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    SimSim

    4.1 (28 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    We had an amazing dinner at SimSim. The lamb kabab, babaganoush, and family lamb shawarma were absolutely delicious. Every dish was beautifully balanced and perfectly seasoned -- the flavors were outstanding. The owner personally welcomed us in a very warm and genuine way, which made the experience even more special. The atmosphere is cozy and relaxed, and honestly, it's hard to believe this place isn't packed every night. Highly recommended!

    Meat pies did not look like the traditional ones on the menu picture
    Kyle N.

    Wanted to try this new middle-eastern restaurant. I ordered a mixed grill platter, the rice was crisp, but lacked seasoning, and the ground lamb was bland. I also ordered the meat pies, the did not look like the traditional Lebanese pies on the picture, but rather like empanadas. The meat was watered down with something else, and they too lacked seasoning. I loved the Turkish Salaam Cola; not too sweet with a great Cola taste. Service was super friendly, but the food could improve.

    Abdullah A.

    Very nice place and nice food Great location and friendly stuff . Thank you for everything it was a great day ...

    Mansaf
    Farah S.

    Right when we walked in, we were greeted warmly. The restaurant is beautiful inside and feels familiar. The food was quick to come out and amazing. Hubby had shawarma and I had the mansaf. Falafel and hummus, everything tasted like back home. Mint lemonade and strawberry lemonade both totally fresh and made right then. Worth it, def come again!

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    Jehad A.

    Tried the Yemeni haneeth and it was excellent. The meat was incredibly tender, well seasoned, and full of flavor, clearly slow cooked the right way. Portions were generous and everything tasted fresh. A great spot if you're craving authentic Yemeni food. Would definitely come back.

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    Catherine R.

    A great new restaurant in Fairfax City. We loved the hummus, fresh hot pita, and chicken shawarma. Such a friendly and attentive wait staff.

    Shish touk .shawarma.

    MashaAllah best service ever best food .the owner comes even talk to you.definately will come again and again

    Kofta in oven

    Absolutely fantastic experience at Sim Sim! We ordered the haneeth and the kofta in the oven, and both dishes were incredibly flavorful, tender, and perfectly seasoned. The food truly tasted homemade with authentic Middle Eastern touches. The service was just as impressive, warm, attentive, and welcoming from the moment we walked in. Sim Sim is a gem in the community, and I highly recommend everyone to come and try their amazing food. I especially encourage my Kurdish community to visit and enjoy this wonderful restaurant. Support this place. you will love it just as much as we did!

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    Thank you so much! Appreciate the visit with your lovely family

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    5 months ago

    Service & ambiance was great, there needs to be improvement with food .....som dishes were dry, burnt, etc;

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    Fantastic service, great food and lovely ambiance. Went here for brunch with the girlie and had a wonderful time

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    This place is great! I loved it and would definitely come back again with family and friends and I can't wait to try all the dishes!

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    Super tasty food and friendly atmosphere / service. Can't wait to make this a regular dining spot!

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    Nice restaurant great food. I love the hummus and the falafel. I will recommend it. I will definitely come back

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