Three stars equates to "A-OK" in my book, and that is exactly how I feel about my platter at…read moreShah's. I tried this place out for lunch on a rare outing without my wife and when the craving for cart style meat over rice struck. The restaurant was completely empty during peak lunch hours, which did not bode well. I nonetheless proceeded and ordered a combo chicken/lamb platter over rice to go. Shah's sauces are solid, and I appreciate that the white sauce is not gloppy or sweet like some other competitors' and that the red sauce is appropriately piquant. They also offer a mild but flavorful green sauce which adds some fresh notes. Those sauces are needed as the chicken, lamb, and rice are unremarkable. The chicken possessed a decent flavor from a spiced marinade, though the pieces ran a little dry. The lamb cubes tasted like generic gyro and carried little flavor besides salt. The rice itself lacked the fluffy yet al dente texture seen at the best halal places. The proteins did not taste fresh and were served from a steam table rather than off the griddle. Still, the overall eating experience felt reasonably enjoyable due to the flavor of the sauces carrying the weight of the platter. The guy who took and assembled my order was very nice, though forgot to include pita bread in my order. I paid about $13 for the meal, and the portion was generous. As such, Shah's is a competent but unremarkable halal platter spot. I would not go out of my way to eat here, but if it's the closest place to you for this type of food it's a fine option.

Shah's is our favorite halal-cart joint in the area. Portions are extremely generous, a platter is…read moretypically two meals for a hungry person. Lamb is tender always, chicken tasty. Kofta and falafel are great as well. Pakora chips are excellent as is the baklava. Cheesesteak is excellent too, especially with extra meat. Loving the new topping additions as well. We go pretty often as it's well priced, well portioned, and fast. The owner is consistently there making food and is an extremely kind gentleman. Not much of an ambiance but a great grab and go spot.

Food was incredible, portions are great so much food for the price, I just wish the containers were…read morebigger and they had spoons

Pros: Opens till 4AM, crepes, staff are very polite and happy going, hearty meal, excellent price…read more$12 for big portion. Rice is very tasty. Cons: Chicken is red dyed. Lamb is meatloaf texture. Salad bar is not as fresh. Prefer gyro style fresh meat like the shawarmas in Paterson, NJ.

I came to grab some pork egg rolls, and for $6.50 for 2 skinny pork egg rolls that didn't have much…read morefilling, I would pass. Very oily and crispy though as they make it fresh.

This is my go-to-spot for some good viet food! Broth is amazingly good. I love the variety they…read moreoffer! I have came here a handful of times and no dish has not disappointed! This place is located in where TeaDM is, just fyi. We're tried the Banh Mi (which comes in beef broth on the side), Garlic Steak on rice, Beef Pho. ALL GOOD. I just love this spot. hands down my favorite viet place. If you were to ask me "hey lets get Viet food", I will not hesitate and bring you here. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! such a hidden gem.

Delicious and halal. If you like Mexican food, particularly tacos and all the fixings you will…read morelove their tacos

Ummmmmmmm... it wasn't my favorite.... My mom enjoyed her…read morequesadilla with a rate of 5/10. She said she preferred chipotles quesadilla . And I got sick from my burrito, it wasn't in my stomach that long if yk what I mean. I'm sorry to post this, just a bit disappointed. Definitely form your own opinion but that was just mine. Also, I felt like the whole way home my car smelled like a dirty McDonald's like if they fried their food in old grease or something. Like I did not smell the "good food" whatsoever. Sorry guys

Every time I come, I order the same thing: the Seekh Kabob wrap. It's perfect. Just the right…read moreamount of food. Comes with this really fresh sauce. Filled with salad. I've also had the chicken samosas, which were excellent and I would order in a heartbeat. I especially like this as a safe stop during travel. It's rarely too busy, the food is always good, and you can grab a drink if that's your thing. The mint lemonade is also good if you want an NA option.

I don't usually leave negative reviews, but this was my second poor experience with the same…read moreserver, so I felt it was worth sharing. I'm a local customer and live just a minute away, so I've visited more than once. I came in for lunch today with my wife and our 1.5-year-old son. After placing our order and sitting down, the server loudly yelled from behind the counter for us to come get our water. It felt uncomfortable and unprofessional, especially with a young child. When I placed my order, I asked for extra white sauce, and I asked again when the food came out. Both times, the request was ignored. I also mentioned that we hadn't received our drinks, but instead of addressing it, the server again yelled for us to get the drinks ourselves from the cooler. The food itself was okay, but the bread was very poor--hard and barely edible. I even called the restaurant later in the evening to share my concerns, but was told the server was off at that time. Overall, very disappointing experience, mainly due to the customer service. I hope this feedback is taken seriously and leads to improvement.

Omg- I feel like I should have my Lebanese card REVOKED!!! I never knew such delicious cuisine…read moreexisted so close and conveniently!!! The store had everything we needed to make tabbouleh at home and then we had a yummy affordable and fresh dinner here with Ayran Cold yogurt to wash it down! We will be back and if you like me hadn't tried it until today, make sure you try it ASAP!! Husband approved :)

This restaurant is located inside a grocery store, just walk straight to the back when you walk…read morethrough the doors. The kabab was soooooo good, the size of the platter was humungous. You can choose between white or yellow rice and it comes with pickled peppers & veggies and garlic spread on the side. Note: there is decent amount of parking spots outside, this shop is located around some other businesses.

Not sure if there's a new chef or an off night in the kitchen, but the food definitely didn't taste…read morelike the Thai dishes we're used to. Hoping it was just an off visit or I should stick to the pad thai? Truly disappointed, nothing worse than looking forward to eating some good food but it turns out bad. We ordered a few staples and unfortunately most of the dishes tasted...off. The drunken noodles were a miss -- the noodles themselves were oddly firm and the onions were still pretty hard, like they hadn't been cooked long enough. I had to throw away over half of the meal. The duck was also overcooked and a bit tough, which took away from what should have been a really flavorful dish. The tom yum soup also had a strange aftertaste and felt like it was missing that bright, punchy balance of sour and spice that usually makes this soup so good. It just tasted a little flat and confusing flavor-wise. The one bright spot was the fried banana for dessert -- hot, crispy, and easily the best thing we had all night. I spent $40 on these items- and it was truly a disappointing meal overall. If I hadn't gotten it to-go, I would have asked for a different dish for sure.

Fast service and great quantity and quality of food!…read more The pad see ew duck and the crispy duck dishes were delicious! So flavorful and smoky! Great quantity for under $20.

A Hidden Gem for Afghan Cuisine If you're looking for…read moresomething different from the usual Northern Virginia dining scene, Zamarod is a place worth discovering. This cozy restaurant quietly serves some of the most comforting and flavorful Afghan food in the area. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, the portions are generous, and the flavors feel no authentic and thoughtfully prepared. Zamarod is a true neighborhood gem and one of the best places to experience Afghan cuisine in the area.

I enjoyed the salmon entree and the Bulanee Kachalu. I don't know much about Afghan cuisine, but…read morethe rich flavors are amazing. I look forward to trying more.