Had a lovely iftar dinner here with my family. Our server Wissam was super attentive and helpful, even with an entirely full restaurant of hungry people breaking their fast. The steak was served sizzling and cooked perfectly with yummy veggies underneath. Will definitely be back! read more

My buddy and I have been wanting to go here for a while now and have finally gotten the chance. The ambiance in the place is wonderful; it really makes you feel welcomed. The staff was really nice and was there to help with any questions. We ordered the Brisket and the Short Ribs with the Smoked Rice. The food came out quick which was great. But it was not smoked in a smoker. The meat had an artificial smoke taste to it, which was fine but we were looking for smoked meat smoked in an actual smoker. The brisket and short ribs seemed to be baked in an oven to a well done, a tiny bit dry. They were still a bit moist but a lot of that comes from the fat. The seasoning didn't seem to be there. I'm not sure why other reviewers are not catching the artificial smoke, but it was basically "liquid smoke". Which is fine, if you're into that, but I want the real deal. There was no bark. The meats and rice tasted as they should but didn't have anything special to it. Nothing from Pakistan was added. The 4 sauces on the side seemed to be from a grocery store, the BBQ sauce tasted like "old baby rays" and the buffalo sauce tasted like "franks red hot" sauce. We tried very hard to find what everyone was raving about, but we didn't seem to find that. Ambiance 10/10 Customer Service 10/10 (the staff was truly amazing. Please do not think that because the rating was low because of the staff, it was not that at all. The chef's did great too) Food 6/10 - (liquid smoke versus true smoking) I really enjoyed the customer service, the staff and ambience however for BBQ I'd rather stick to Monks BBQ. Don't always trust the 5/5 reviews in Yelp. read more

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New spot in the heart of Herndon on Elden Street (behind Starbucks) with plenty of parking. Small, simple space, but big on flavor and service. We ordered the chicken chop and Twook chicken from the grill both came with yellow rice, salad, and white sauce. Beautiful presentation and seriously delicious, flavorful bites all around. They surprised us with a free slice of cheesecake for my birthday (no ID, just a thoughtful touch), which we enjoyed with chai khak. Gratuity is automatically included, so just something to be aware of. Great food, kind service, and a lovely experience definitely coming back read more

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Superb find during our trip to Northern Virginia - we got smoked beef short rib with side of bulgur and mixed grill with side of smoked rice. For good measure, we got hummus and fries too. The result - two very well fed people and plenty of leftovers. The mixed grill (platter of different chicken/beef/lamb meats) was delectable, the short ribs were very tender, the bulgur went nicely with the meat dishes, hummus was very creamy, and the fries were nice and crisp. Plenty of seating, warm ambience with justified pride in their Palestinian heritage on display. Our waitress Ruba was very friendly and helpful with her recommendations. It's probably a good thing that we live hours away because we'd visit a lot more otherwise. Plenty of parking around, gratuity is included. Menu is marked as halal. read more

Kanoon Restaurant - Beef short rib - Smokehouse Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

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Foos was tasty. We order a shish Kabob and rice was amazing and meat was juicy. My lime mojito was refreshing. The only thing we don't like was the tip of 18% was included regardless of party size. We don't think we received a good service. Most likely, our waitress was slow even the place was not busy. Also, we asked for water and she gave us a bottled water which we saw in our bill later. Make sure to order tapped water because you will be charged otherwise. Place was clean. read more

Kanoon Restaurant - Shisk Kabob - Smokehouse Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

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Family was in town over the weekend and we feasted. Well you can see for yourself the amount of food given was more than we had imagined. It's said the kabob platter here is for 6 people, but we fed almost double and had left overs! Of course the ribs accounted for some of that also, but it is certainly a mountain of meat! The kabobs and chicken were great. Cooked to the most delicious and juicy point. I do like a bit of spice with my kabob, so some of the sauces on the tables really got their use with us. The ribs are brought out with a dome to reveal the smoke at the table, which is a nice touch. I was caught off guard with the "extra" meat they provided and charged for, as I wasn't aware the up charge for their by the los meat. They did have a show they do when there is a full house, and it was FIRE! Ambiance, check, vibes, check, food, check! read more

Kanoon Restaurant - Falafel - Smokehouse Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

I'm not a meat person and I couldn't tell the difference between the prime rib and the lamb shoulder... but it was delicious. I loved the baba-ganoush... loved it so much that I over stuffed myself with it before the meats came out. The meats was super soft and fell off the bone... I feel like I missed a chance to say something super inappropriate... but I digress... I was so stuffed from putting those meats in my mouth that I didn't have any room for dessert. Another missed opportunity... read more

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We tried Kanoon in Herndon and had a great experience. I ordered the smoked beef rib with smoked rice, and it was incredibly tender and flavorful. My wife had the 1/2 chicken with rice, which was excellent as well. For drinks, I had the fresh carrot juice while we also tried the mint lemonade, both were refreshing. The restaurant has a nice interior, and you can tell they take pride in showcasing their Palestinian heritage. All the meat is halal, and while the menu feels a little expensive , everything we tried was definitely worth the drive. read more

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My friends and I came to break our fast at Kanoon today, arriving about 10 minutes before Iftar. Wissam welcomed us right away, took our orders quickly, and made sure everything was handled smoothly. Despite us being a group of 12, she was incredibly sweet, patient, and attentive. The food came out fast, right on time for Iftar, which we truly appreciated. This was my second time here and once again the atmosphere and service were excellent. It was my friends' first time, and they all really enjoyed the experience as well. Thank you, Wissam, for the amazing service -- you made our night even more special! read more

It's really nice to find a halal place, that offers delicious smoked meats, kabobs and much more. We came here for Father's Day and luckily we were seated fairly quickly. We ordered the mint lemonade and that was very refreshing and good. We also ordered karak tea and it had really good flavors but the tea was a little water down. We ordered short ribs, kabob platter and smoked meat platter. Everything was off the bone tender and full of flavor. The service and very nice and overall excellent experience specially for people who love smoked meat. I suggest making a reservation because as we were leaving the line was forming outside and there was a wait. read more

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This is a Palestinian-owned restaurant, and we were excited to try it. We ordered two entrées along with strawberry lemonade and mint lemonade, and the total came out to around $150. Please note that gratuity is automatically added to the bill without any heads up. The smoked rib was excellent and much of the food was very enjoyable. However, the onion rings came out undercooked and still had raw flour on them (see picture). When we mentioned this, the waiter simply said, "I suggest not to eat it and I'll bring you another one," with no apology, which felt dismissive. What ultimately left us disappointed was the way we were treated. While others seemed to receive more attentive service, we felt overlooked throughout the meal. It gave us the impression that, as customers from a different background, we were not valued the same way as others. read more

Kanoon Restaurant - Smokehouse Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

I really wanted to like this restaurant but my experience there for lunch was less than impressive. First the food was just ok, nothing stood out. I ordered the mixed grill. Some of the meat was on the dry side and tough. Second, the price was on the high side. I was alone and a service charge of 18% was added. I was a little confused because there was an option for service charge. To their credit, the waiter did say that the service charge has been added. read more

I ate here for lunch today and the food was exceptional. I had the hummus, Turkish coffee, 1/2 smoked chicken with yellow rice, and the fall-off-the-bone ribs. The total bill was around $125 but it was worth it. I love the taste of Middle Eastern food. There is an upfront 18% tip, but since the service was fine, I didn't complain. Although having a recommendation to tip more seems a bit arrogant. Bulgur wheat is an acquired taste that I did not enjoy but the rest was fantastic. read more

Kanoon Restaurant - Smokehouse Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

Happened to be in the area and found this spot online. It was the middle of the day so it wasn't busy. Customer service was great as it felt like I was the only one being catered to. Wissam was was the server and she was able to run down the menu explaining items and making great suggestions. The smoked short rib I had was so good!! So tender!! Melt in your mouth!! I will definitely be back again! Wissam mentioned that they do a fire show with the meats during the evenings on the weekend I think, that is supposed to be a must see event! read more

Kanoon Restaurant - Smoked short ribs prime Angus beef. DELICIOUS - Smokehouse Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

Really want to give it a 4.5, but that's not an option. Great ambience. Staff was warm and friendly, our server Wissam really went above and beyond to make our dining experience positive. My Shish Tawook was very good, nicely presented, generous portion. The ribeye was just so so, we received a rather fatty portion and per my companion was "from an old cow". Seasoning was right, and the sizzling presentation was awesome, but not enough to overcome a subpar cut of meat. I suspect on another day we might be a lot happier with the steak. Chairs and booths are comfortable, the tables are not crowded all together to maximize seating (I appreciate this!) And one can look into the kitchen. Smells great, with the meat roasting. Don't bring your vegetarian friend. We both had tiramisu cups for dessert, they were good and came in self-contained plastic cups, perfect for taking the extra home. read more

Kanoon Restaurant - Ribeye steak and rice - Smokehouse Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

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The food was delicious and service by Wasem was awesome. Will definitely come back and try other things on the menu. We tried Lamb Shoulder and Beef Ribs. read more

Kanoon Restaurant - Beef ribs and lamb shoulder - Smokehouse Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

Amazing place!!! You can feel the love when you enter and the food was amazing. I got the mix platter and the flavors were just hitting on every meat and I got the wheat flakes rice... I think that's what it's called in English. Will definitely come back with my family!!! read more

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The drinks, teas and food are very expensive. On top of that 18% service charge ALREADY included in your bill and they expect tips too. I pay for my food, service charge and Tiptoo expensive and the food is ok. Wouldn't recommend it. Never returning back. read more

We recently visited Kanoon Smoked Meat & Steakhouse with my nephew's family, who were visiting from New Jersey. We were looking for something different from the usual halal kebab restaurants in the area, and Kanoon--a relatively new Palestinian restaurant in Herndon, Virginia, specializing in zabiha halal smoked meats and steaks--fit the bill. The highlight of the meal was the quality of the meat. We ordered the beef brisket, smoked lamb ribs, and a mixed grill platter. Everything was tender, juicy, flavorful, and well-seasoned. The hummus was excellent, the French fries were fresh and crispy, and the portions were generous. The restaurant was modern, clean, and inviting, with a comfortable atmosphere. Although we arrived for our 7:30 p.m. reservation on a busy evening, we were seated right away. The dining room felt welcoming and family-friendly. One thing that stood out was how quickly the food arrived after we ordered. While the prompt service was appreciated, it made us wonder whether some items had been prepared in advance. The service was courteous, though there is room for improvement. Our server was friendly and eager to help but appeared relatively new, which may explain why we had to request a few basic items, including water, napkins, serving utensils, and steak knives. The biggest drawback is the cost. Our party of five spent more than $40 per person, including the mandatory 18% service charge and an additional 15% tip. While Kanoon is not inexpensive, the quality of the food, generous portions, and atmosphere help justify the price. We also appreciated the complimentary baklava. Overall, Kanoon offers a distinctive halal dining experience that is hard to find in the area. It is an excellent option for meat lovers, families sharing platters, and anyone seeking halal steaks and smoked meats in an upscale setting. We enjoyed our visit and would return for another special occasion. Zafar Iqbal, PhD read more

Our first time at the restaurant and it won't be our last. We were greeted at the door in a timely manner and seated very quickly as well! Our server Wissam was AMAZING! She was so sweet and was constantly checking on us to make sure we were doing ok! The food was absolutely delicious and there was so much to choose from. We got the short rib with a side of bulgur as our main course and OMG unreal! The restaurant was spotless and well maintained. We can't wait to go back! read more

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This is not one of those places where you can get a $20 meal and for that I am happy to go to this place because I know how much high-quality meat cost and this place definitely delivers This was a once in a lifetime experience trying this meat. The ribs were unbelievable better than most high quality American barbecue places I have been to. My friend tried the shrimp and said it was one of the best he ever had. I have had hummus so many times in my life, but never did I ever taste hummus like this. It was clearly fresh and packed with flavor. The baba ghanoush appetizer was also very good and my friend tried the Turkish coffee he loved it. I absolutely cannot wait to go back to this place to try more stuff read more

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The flavors of the food and quality of meats are really great. The salad appetizer is a cool thing, and the salsa dressing it comes with is delicious. The falafel was overcooked and too dry/almost burnt. The bread seems like just packaged pita halves. The service was attentive and friendly. Overall, I thought it was a yummy meal, but you get an enormous plate of rice with just a little meat on top which is disappointing for the price. Furthermore, the pricing is actually variable and oddly it seems like you are ordering 'around a pound' of meat but if they put a slab up and it weighs more they will just charge you. Also be aware, gratuity is already included (18%) when you get the bill. read more

I went with my family to celebrate my mom's bday yesterday (Thursday) and enjoyed from start to finish. From the welcoming greeting at the door to the comfy corner seating to the attentive waiter Amir to the yummilicious food it was a great experience. We enjoyed brisket, lamb, ribs, and salmon. The lamb and ribs were fall off the bone delectable and sides of yellow rice was delish. Also the appetizing soft feta in wrapped philo deliciously kicked off the meal. I bought a Wegmans cake with sparkling candles to close out the meal and the staff bless my mom with a warm birthday song. Great time! read more

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This place was pretty good. There was a little wait for the food, but the food itself was very tasty ,tender , and flavorful. I liked the ambiance and atmosphere of the restaurant having some Palestinian decor and some vintage Egyptian spirit burners. The service was pretty good. The staff was nice and kind but not too slow. This place was decent and I would come here again. read more

Authentic, delicious, and amazing atmosphere. Portions are great and the menu has something for everyone. The service was great too! Highly recommend read more

My family and I came for dinner on Saturday, it wasn't very busy and we got our seats and food quick. The place itself was pretty spacious and the chairs we had were really comfortable Turkish imports. We all got something different but I ordered the smoked short rib and that slab of meat alone is worth coming back for. If you're a tea person I also recommend the karak chai. read more

Typical middle eastern fare. The food was slow to come out and when it did, one order was prepared incorrectly. The mistake was corrected, but my dining partner still did not like it but ate part of it because they were very hungry. Also, be advised they add an automatic 18% gratuity to the bill which might be overlooked as the server is standing there holding the device for you to complete the transaction. The next screen will ask for an additional tip after having already just tipped 18%. Did not feel a value for what was spent and will not be returning. read more

Food is not good at all never try the steak it's not steak like kofteh (meatballs) flavor No customer service at all to much waiting read more

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Highway robbery! I really wanted to like this place, especially because I try to support Muslim-owned businesses whenever I can. Unfortunately, Kanoon ended up being one of the most uncomfortable and unnecessarily expensive dining experiences I've had in a very long time. I had just picked up my wife from the airport, and this was her first restaurant experience in the U.S., at a halal spot. I was hoping for something warm, welcoming, and representative of good hospitality. What we got was the opposite. From the moment we walked in, the service set the tone. Our waiter--a teenage girl who appeared to be related to the owner--was rude, dismissive, and shockingly arrogant. When we asked to sit at a different table, she refused, insisting we sit near the only two occupied tables. One of them was a large family with kids, and I politely explained that we'd prefer a quieter table elsewhere in the restaurant. She ignored our request entirely. The food itself was okay, nothing more. We shared a one-pound short beef rib, which was about a 6/10 at best. Not bad, but definitely not memorable or worth the price. What made it worse was discovering that every side dish was charged separately, without this being clearly explained upfront. What we assumed were standard sides turned out to be add-ons. Then came the bill. An 18% gratuity was already included, which is fine--but on top of that, the server came back with a credit card reader pushed into my face, prompting me to select an additional 10%, 15%, or 20% tip. When I asked her to clarify, she confirmed the 18% gratuity was already included. I asked why I was being prompted for more. Her answer? "Extra." At that point, it genuinely felt like we were being taken advantage of. The attitude, the lack of transparency, and the pressure for more money--especially in front of my wife, on her very first day in the U.S.--was embarrassing and infuriating. When I declined the extra tip, she rolled her eyes and walked away. I almost asked for the manager, but the damage was already done. I truly want to support Muslim businesses, but Kanoon made that incredibly difficult. Between the poor service, hidden charges, forced gratuity, and awkward tip pressure, this experience felt less like dining out and more like highway robbery. I won't be returning, and I can't recommend it to others. read more

As someone who eats Halal, it's really hard to find a good steakhouse. Although I've only ever ordered through UberEats each aspect has been exquisite. The meat is so juicy and tender, and they cook so quickly. It is great to experience this while still eating Halal. It is a little pricy, but comparatively it's pretty good. Personally, the rice is a little bland but that may just be a preference I have. All in all, 10/10, this has quickly become one of my comfort foods. read more

Absolutely incredible experience at Kanoon! From the moment we sat down, the service was top-notch. Our waitress Wissam was amazing!! Wissam was so attentive and made sure we had everything we needed without us even having to ask. I was blown away by how fast the food came out, especially considering the quality. Everything was delicious, perfectly seasoned, and the brisket was perfect. Highly recommend! 10/10 read more

SOOOO pleasantly surprised. Loved their seating, their cleanliness, and their food. Service was OK, and so were drinks. But overall loved and will def go again. read more

Excellent food. Service started in a snobbish way but then it warmed up somehow - appreciate the owner coming over to the table and checking up - short rib is the best that I have ever had - I was on a ten day trip and wanted to go to this place again but due to shortage of time and lousy 495 traffic (endless construction), was not able to go. Next time will start the trip with this restaurant and go directly from Dulles airport to this place. :)) read more

First time at Kanoon, came in by the delicious smell of smoke meat . The place so beautiful and clean. The service just perfect and the food was extremely good. My brother and I recommend this place for just a perfect dinner. read more

Absolutely delicious! The portions were generous, and my friends couldn't get enough of the chai. The chicken was cooked to perfection both flavorful and juicy. The mint lemonade was refreshing and so tasty. read more

Kanoon Restaurant - Smokehouse Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

The restaurant has a nice setup but was busy on this Saturday night and the kitchen staff looked a bit overwhelmed which delayed things a bit but the food was good. I got the mix grill and it came with a lot of food. The variety of meat was great and the quality was reasonable for the price. Excited to try some of the other items on the menu in the near future. read more

My wife and I went for dinner last week at Kanoon. We couldn't be more impressed by the amazing food and outstanding customer service. Truly a beautiful place with authentic food and enjoyable atmosphere. read more

Kanoon Restaurant - Smokehouse Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

The setting is open and very welcoming, the staff is very friendly. I came here for halal smoked ribs and brisket. We also order chicken chops, shish tawook, and T-bone steak. Chicken chops and shish tawook were cooked to perfection (fully cooked and still moist). The T-bone cut was generous and very flavorful. Now comes the main attraction, the smoked meat. To say I was disappointed with the smoked meat would be an understatement. It felt like boiled meat. I couldn't feel any flavor or any hint of smoke. We also got kunefa, it was delicious. Overall, the food was good as long as you stay away from smoked meat. read more

Amazingly cooked meats, the lamb chops are a must try. Great spot for families and celebrating birthdays! Definitely would recommend.

The food is absolutely amazing! so flavorful, so delicious. and the service was top notch. thank you so much for making our first Kanoon lunch experience so delightful. Our server Majd Z was extra kind and helpful, and when he noticed that after my meal I had become sad in conversation with my daughter, he showed up with a complimentary slice of their delicious chocolate Dubai cake. What a thoughtful young man! we will be coming back for sure to try all the delicious dishes! and enjoy the hospitality! did I mention they have an amazing mint lemonade and Palestine cola to drink?? read more