Look, still my fav kabob spot.. here's a few tips on what to order. From a meats perspective the gyro and chicken are both good, but the chicken is where the flavor is at. Can never go wrong with what I think so the best dish, chicken over rice, with the chickpeas and salad, def add the classic white sauce along with the cilantro sauce, and throw some jalapeños on for a kick. While the loaded fries look amazing, they're probably the most average dish there. Lots of fries, but need more meet and veggies on it, it's loaded with fries, but not topping, add the crushed takis for texture and spice. read more

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Afghan quesadillas! I ordered the chicken quesadilla, and it was packed with flavor. The meal came with a drink and side of fries... I chose the masala fries, and they did not disappoint. There are tables for dining in, but the overall vibe feels more like a casual takeout-style spot. read more

Big Red Halal - Chicken Quesadilla with Marsala Fries - Afghan Near Me - Springfield, Virginia

Ok good but won't give you the $5 credit if you order in the store. They want you to cancel your order and reorder on the app while you're standing there.... nope read more

My husband and I went here the other day. The service was good and they filled our orders very quickly. We got a decent amount of food for the price. The food was okay, there was nothing "wow" about it. I got the falafel platter and my husband got the chicken. The falafel was dry in my opinion, the saving grace was the sauce and hummus they put on top. My salad with the same sauce was great. The fries were good, a bit salty, but good. The rice was okay as well. The nan bread was good! We would go back but would probably try something different. read more

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Fast, Friendly, efficient, and absolutely delicious! Salaam my friends!!‍ The whole office was impressed. We will be back soon!! read more

Big Red Halal - Afghan Near Me - Springfield, Virginia

Nice casual halal bowl spot on my way to Costco. No fuss tablet ordering style. Sauce selection is good, rice has a good texture, and meat options are more varied than usual halal spots. Approved as I can't eat the Costco cafeteria food anymore, this is a bit of a better option. read more

Stopped by this place as it was en route to a meeting and the Thai place I wanted was closed... this place did not disappoint!!! Everything we had was tasty, I got what the cashier recommended and my friend got chicken with a side of fries and everything was sooooo tasty! Portion sizes are massive!! If you're in the area stop by and check it out read more

Halal guys who? Haha I used to be a big fan of them, but I kept asking myself why. It lacked a lot of flavor, but I probably liked it for it's quick service. Anywho! BIG RED HALAL IS SOOOOO PACKED WITH SEASONING, and their sauces that you can throw on top are so good, I wanted more. The white, Cilantro, and red sweet chili is what I opted for in mines. For the price here vs. Halal guys... you don't get more than 3 toppings without additional charges. Also they gave me someone else's order yesterday. I had ordered the chicken over rice platter and you get a choice of one side( chickpeas was mines) cucumbers, tomatoes, and cranberries. Instead I got lettuce, onions, and tomatoes. It wasn't a game changer, but I wish I got what I asked for. Also there was a LONG WAIT TIME, considering there was only 5 of us there with three workers, the order took almost 20 minutes to make. Now I know order ahead of time... other than that I was super happy with the overall taste and quality of the food. I will make sure to check my food before leaving next time. *I did find two pieces of men's hair in my good, I'm usually old about things like this...but I was hungry and just pushed a quarter of my food into the trash* read more

Big Red Halal - A black plastic takeout container holds chickpeas, chopped cucumbers, onions, and a loaded pizza with cheese, sauce, and toppings. - Afghan Near Me - Springfield, Virginia

My coworkers and I came here for lunch, and the food was great, and the service was even better. I opted to get Falafel over rice; the food was enough for two meals. The falafel was perfectly seasoned, and I opted to get white sauce on the dish and a side of hot sauce on the side, and I'm glad I did. Their hottest sauce has a good kick to it. My coworkers got sandwiches with enough fries to have a small appetizer afterward. They were seasoned very well. read more

Ordered chicken quesadilla to go and opened the box and it was so greasy and nasty looking, it went straight into trash. read more

Big Red Halal - Super greasy Chicken Quesadilla - Afghan Near Me - Springfield, Virginia

Local gem for chicken and rice! The food is absolutely delicious and doesn't disappoint. I also tried their chicken loaded fries (masala fries) with the sauce which is absolutely fantastic. It is a very small location with two tables inside so it is more of a takeout spot for anyone that is looking for ambiance and appeal. Parking is directly in front with ample space. The service is fast and they happen to be busy when I arrived but my order was done quickly and in friendly manner. Looking forward to returning to try other dishes. read more

Big Red Halal - A close-up of loaded fries with melted cheese, white and yellow sauces, and bacon bits, served at Big Red Halal in Springfield, VA. - Afghan Near Me - Springfield, Virginia

Big Red Halal, was just a Big White Pita stuff with processed meat, veggies, and sauce. That is it. Nothing more. Nothing less. Just okay food. I see a Halal restaurant on Yelp with 4.5 stars. I am going to make a trip. I did and was disappointed. I really don't know what to write. I had high anticipation. I was hungry. No; I was starving. I love my halal gyros, but the meat gyro at Big Red Halal was a sandwich composed of processed cubed meat with cucumbers, tomato, onion, and some white sauce on an oversized pita. I ate. I was full. It was OK. I am sure their bowls are the way to go, but I am not a fan of restaurants that buy processed gyro rolls. I just don't get it with taking this shortcut. This meal had no flavor. Big Time Disappointment... read more

Big Red Halal is a hidden gem off of I-95 that was a pleasant surprise to find. The meat was very fresh and the sauces just popped - each distinctively. I think it brings a lot more personality to the table than Halal Guys or a similar chain because this one has more unique sides that hints at what the cuisine really is and not just a fast food alternative. The service is quite amazing here as well as you'll be greeted with a big smile and great hospitality from the staff. read more

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They offer solid catering package and excellent flavor on some favorite party dishes- even the kids loved the rice and chicken! They are clearly very comfortable with large orders on short notice. As for their takeout menu, they have some unique dishes not usually seen at Shawarma places which keeps things interesting. read more

I love when I finally make it out to try a food spot and it is as good, or sometimes even better than you imagined it would be. My visit to Big Red Halal was one of those times. The customer service and the food was actually better than I had imagined it would be and I was already thinking it was going to be good, which is why they were on my foodie to-do list. When I first entered the door, I was given a friendly greeting and I told the gentleman that it was my first time dining at his establishment. He was more than happy to explain all the different menu options that they had and I ended up ordering a Combo Rice Platter with Gyro (Lamb) and Chicken. I selected Chickpeas as my side. I got their White Sauce on top. I also was curious about their Cilantro sauce so I had that on the side, as well. Everything tasted fresh on this platter. Every ingredients' flavor complemented each other in the best way. The small side of Feta Cheese, Olives, and Cucumbers really accented everything for me. The rice wasn't dried out like some places make it...it was cooked to perfection. I also loved that they gave enough protein/meat and White Sauce to be able to truly enjoy the whole platter. And that Cilantro Sauce was delicious as well. All of the staff I encountered was friendly and helpful and the cleanliness was up to par to what I expect from a well run food establishment. I most definitely will be back. 10 out of 10...Five Stars! read more

Big Red Halal - Combo Rice Platter (Gyro/Lamb and Chicken) - Afghan Near Me - Springfield, Virginia

The chicken over rice with sides is to die for. Try to get over there as much as I can. I always get that on my road trip back to PA

Food was mediocre, prices were not justified and there was no clean table to sit. Service was good but I was charged extra for asking for two extra olives. Will not ever return. read more

Great food and solid hours for those that want a good late meal. The only feedback I have is to hire someone for the evening shift because online orders do not stop coming in on top of the in-restaurant orders, so that causes two staff working to be overwhelmed and the customers to have a delay in service. read more

I went back on 16 Dec, and noticed the owner/manager was back behind the counter and everything was back in order. Food was good like before Chicken was plentiful like before Bread was slightly toasted and not burnt like before I actually end up showing the owner/manager the pics of the burnt bread from my previous visit while he was ringing up the food. He was extremely apologetic, which was welcoming to have a nice conversation about my experience. All in all, the food was back to the standard that kept me coming back. I will be returning! read more

Big Red Halal - Chicken Rice Platter with white and red sauce - A chicken rice platter with white and red sauces in a clear plastic container, served at Big Red Halal in Springfield, VA. - Afghan Near Me - Springfield, Virginia

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So, I had to stop eating my food to make this review. So you know this is going to be good! This was my first time here, so I went ahead and go the "Combo Rice" which includes their chicken and lamb gyro. After opening up my takeout, you can smell the aroma hit you and right away you'll know this will be good. The chicken and lamb gyro is delicious, and with the chick pea and spinach mixed in together, this makes the perfect combo. They are very generous with their portions as well, you get a good amount of chicken and chunks of lamb! I think I just found a new spot that will replace Halal Guys for a while. As for the staff, everyone was incredibly friendly and respectful! They were all following Covid-19 protocols and kept the place clean. I will definitely be coming back again. Highly recommended! read more

Big Red Halal - Combo Over Rice ($10.99) with white sauce and red sweet chili sauce. - A foil takeout container holds Afghan dishes including rice with white sauce, cooked greens, and chickpeas with potatoes. - Afghan Near Me - Springfield, Virginia

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My wife and I tried Big Red Halal for the first time today. We ordered the soup, primarily because she is gluten intolerant and the soup they said is gluten free. I'm not sure whether I would call it soup or stew, but it was very, very good. A lot of ingredients and a lot of flavor. Since I am not gluten intolerant, they gave me some bread to go with mine and it was also excellent. At any rate, we will no doubt stop by again when we are in the area. An A+ to the chef and the entire team! read more

Arsalan opened up the lines of communication and followed up with his third party vendor to get to the bottom of what happened with the missing food delivery order. Ultimately, Arsalan provided a full refund for the cost of the order I had placed. It's a bummer that the delivery driver had a lapse in judgement, but c'est la vie. Thank you! read more

It's called Big Red Halal for a reason. Of course "Red" because the chicken is red, but BIG because the portion they give you is humongous. One bowl for $11 was able to feed me and my boyfriend easily. Not just fed us both, but made us both uncomfortably full (we do it to ourselves, but we love it). What I like even more is their lamb gyro along with their chickpeas and flat bread, way better than the lousy lettuce and tomatoes from Halal Guys. Douse it in white sauce and red sauce and you'll be in ecstasy. This is such a good deal that I wonder why people would even go to Halal Guys. Come on guys, get with the program! I will definitely be returning and I hope you guys will try it too. read more

Big Red Halal - Big Red Halal baby! - Afghan Near Me - Springfield, Virginia

Amazing food. Tried the quesadilla for the first time. It has grilled onions and peppers and a blend of sauces. They put a generous portion of chicken and the cheese has a slight crisp from where It contacts the grill. read more

Big Red Halal - Chicken Quesadilla - A quesadilla cut into two pieces, filled with melted cheese and tomato, served on a checkered paper-lined tray with plastic utensils and a small container of green sauce. - Afghan Near Me - Springfield, Virginia

this place has super local vibes! think halal guys but family owned. the people running this place are so accommodating and truly so welcoming... every visit they speak to me so warmly and they are really just the nicest people. when i mentioned it was my first visit they were very patient with me. they allowed me to get two sides in my bowl (half and half) so i could try a couple things with my bowl. i got gyro the first time but realized that the chicken is the way to go!! it seems to be how they got the name big red. it's so flavorful and delicious. i want to try falafel next time :-) they have two sauce options similar to halal guys -- red and white -- the white is good, but the red spicy sauce is a bit too sweet for me, not too spicy though! there's another spicier sauce that's green, and a few other options that didn't interest me too much... bbq... the pakowra is sooo good. it's $4 for 3 sizeable pieces. i ate them when i got home and they were still crisp even though they were wrapped for a while!! and the cilantro dipping sauce is soo yummy.!! i really love this place and can see myself becoming a regular... the food is great and the people :') so nice read more

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Big disapointnent a waist my $29 Cold food and when you order menú force you to add combo, cashier wont take order say go to self service read more

Everything from the food to the people working there. I loved my experience here. They gave me the perfect recommendation of a chicken platter with salad. The chicken was so juicy and well marinated. The salad was so fresh and vibrant. You could just look at the salad and tell all the ingredients were freshly prepared. They had a green & white sauce they put over the chicken and MY LORD. It was everythingggg and more it had my taste buds going crazy. read more

Amazing Gyro Over Rice platter. Amazing chickpeas side, freshly made Fries. The gyro meat is amazingly cooked, nice crisp taste to it. Service is great, HIGHLY recommended! read more

Big Red Halal - a tray of food on a table - Afghan Near Me - Springfield, Virginia

Very sorry to have missed out on eating here. When we arrived about 1:00pm, the sign on the door said "closed" so we went next door to eat. Maybe next time. read more

Big Red Halal is definitely one of my favorite food trucks! This Afghan food truck makes its rounds around the NoVA area, so keep up with their social media for their schedule. Currently, the menu is all about their Chicken over Rice, Lamb over Rice, Falafel over Rice, or Combo over Rice - they also have super large family/catering options available, and other limited time specials. The hubs and I usually share the Combo Over Rice, which comes with chicken and lamb over seasoned rice, your choice of chicken-potato qorma or sauteed spinach (we go for the chicken-potato), and each plate comes with bread. Let me tell you - this place packs it in! The amount of protein that's given is unbelievable - the ratio between the protein and the rice is very fair! I love their chicken-potato quorma, as the chickpeas are cooked fully (no one likes undercooked chickpeas!)! I mean, I can eat, but it's a struggle to even finish half of an order! They also have a variety of sauces, and I recommend their white sauce as well as their Thai red chili (super spicy, but so good!). I love the fact that this place has been consistent, every single time. That's what strict quality control is all about! The flavors are SO GOOD, and everything is really cooked to perfection! The staff here are very welcoming, super kind, and everything is made-to-order. You can also take advantage of their online ordering system to schedule a pick-up. Definitely support and check this truck out - you won't be disappointed! +delicious rice combos - the Combo over Rice is amazing! +great housemade sauces! +high quality control and consistency! +friendly and kind staff! +check their social media for truck schedules read more

I love this place and go there almost every week. Great food, and humble service. Will recommend it to everyone, try once and you will go always all the time. read more

This is a small independent business and has tasty gyros and other freshly made offerings. I would recommend it over other local chain competitors. read more

The flavors and the style of new and old halal. Truest a must eat. The masala fries seasoned and burst of flavor on every fry keeps you eating. Greatest dish was the chicken. Best chicken ever eaten. Portion size makes you truly feel a family aspect. Every bite had the perfect flavor with mouth watering craving for more. Next I want to try the chicken quesadilla that dish looked out of this world delicious read more

Big Red Halal - Falafal Rice Platter - A takeout meal in a black plastic container includes rice, salad, bread, and multiple side dishes such as beans and a casserole. - Afghan Near Me - Springfield, Virginia

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Absolutely amazed by the taste, quality and size of the wrap I ordered, which was chicken. I was in the plaza and searched for middle eastern food and came upon this restaurant. I was encouraged to visit it after seeing the reviews. I saw the worker working on my wrap and it looked like a piece of art so I asked for their permission to take a picture. I told them if it'd taste good I will write a review, and if it wouldn't then I won't post anything. I asked if they have other branches and unfortunately they don't... other than the food truck. read more

Big Red Halal - Inside restaurant - Inside Big Red Halal in Springfield, VA, showing the counter with a staff member preparing food, menu boards overhead, and social distancing markers on the floor. - Afghan Near Me - Springfield, Virginia

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My friend put me on to this place and I've been hooked since! Chicken is cooked beautifully with great flavor even their fried chicken tenders. Definitely get a side of that cilantro sauce it will not disappoint. read more

This is my second time trying food from here and I enjoyed my meal the first time and thought I'd try it again with a friend. I've tried another similar place in Springfield and was disappointed but this place did not disappoint. The service is friendly and quick and the food is fresh and well seasoned. I got the chicken rice platter to go with sauce on the side. The cilantro sauce and green hot sauce is great. read more

Big Red Halal - Chicken, rice, spinach, platter - Afghan Near Me - Springfield, Virginia

I'm a fan of Big Red Halal which surprised me that I had not written a review. The food is always delicious and big portions too. I usually get the combo platter of chicken and gyro meat. So good! The chickpeas, fries, and spinach are my go to sides. Definitely recommend! read more

Plus: - Chicken and lamb were both flavorful - Loved the falafel sandwich - Portions were huge - Pick up time estimate was spot on - Nice vibrant interior Minus: - I didn't like the chickpeas. It smelt as if it was stale. Other than that everything was great! Will be back again. Thanks! read more

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The food and quantity is great for the price. Quick service. My go to is the combo over rice with chicken and chapli kabob (add white sauce and red if you like a bit of spice) w/ chickpeas and salad. I have not tried many other options from there but the combo platters are excellent and is enough for me for 2 meals. read more

If you are Black or African-American, you may want to consider another restaurant. As soon as they see you walk in, they will immediately direct you to the kiosk to make your order. They seem to not like serving Black people and they make it obvious. read more