Idk where all these positive reviews are coming from but probably worst meal I've had in a long time. The price to the quality of food was bad. We got the octopus, and it had like four chopped up pieces for $28, as you can see in the photo. The branzino came out lukewarm and potato was cold. The plate consisted of 60% salad. The sampler tasted like store brought, roasted cauliflower tasted super bland. If you want to pay high price for way below average food, then this is the place. It was also a Saturday night and only four tables occupied. read more

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Everything was wonderful! The hummus was excellent. The doner kebab and octopus were delicious and the walnut baklava was superb. Wait staff were gracious and I forgot to mention the Turkish wine. Excellent place in Falls Church! read more

Cafe Zevian - Beautiful decor - Turkish Near Me - Falls Church, Virginia

Run don't walk!! This breakfast special is spectacular! Everything is HOUSE MADE. So Turkish pastry requires the same fastidiousness as French pastry does. They're making it in house !! A cornucopia of dips and fresh veggies, traditional omelette and potatoes, and fresh halloumi cheese! Gorgeous upscale interior the owner designed himself, high ceilings, fresh flowers, giant windows, white tables clothes ! Falls church is lucky the owner has opened this place and already making everyone feel like family ! Add to your list ! read more

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I rarely leave reviews, but this experience was bad enough that I feel compelled to warn others. I truly don't understand why someone would go through the trouble and expense of opening a restaurant if they aren't committed to making good food. So many corners were cut here that it was almost insulting--and there's no way the owners genuinely believe what they're serving is good. Don't be fooled by the glowing five-star reviews. My husband and I chose this spot based on them, only to walk into a mostly empty restaurant--just one large group was seated when we arrived. A server greeted us and said our waitress would be right with us, only to turn around and become our waitress herself. It was disorganized from the start. We ordered the cold mezze sampler, and everything on the plate tasted store-bought, not house-made. It was all refrigerator-cold--so cold, in fact, that we could barely scoop anything up with the bread, which itself was also cold and tasted like it came out of a plastic bag. Not fresh, not warm, not good. For our mains, I ordered the branzino, and my husband got the salmon. The fish itself was okay--not amazing, but at least served warm. However, the dishes were completely overwhelmed with sauces. The sides were disappointing: cold potatoes, cold spinach, and a "salad" that was just unchopped spring mix tossed with cherry tomatoes and a balsamic drizzle. That same balsamic was inexplicably poured over the main dishes too, clashing with everything on the plate. The worst offender was the sauce on the salmon--a thick, dark paste made of butter and sumac that totally overpowered the fish. It was incredibly heavy-handed and hard to eat. Honestly, the nicest thing I can say about the place is that the furniture looked decent. The service, the food, the overall experience--mediocre at best. I walked away frustrated that we spent $100 here. read more

Cafe Zevian - Branzino, potatoes, salad, spinach - Turkish Near Me - Falls Church, Virginia

I love this place! I've been a few times now and the food is absolutely amazing, service is top notch, and it's just a beautiful place to relax after a long day read more

The staff were extremely friendly, but the food was extremely bland (none of us were keen on what we tried). The pacing of the meal was very strange with some people getting meals and others waiting (we were a table of 6 so perhaps that was more than they are accustomed to). Also, the server tried to remember our orders w/o writing them down - he had to come back 4 times to be sure he had gotten the order correct. While I like to support local businesses, I don't think I will be returning. read more

Cafe Zevian is a beautiful restaurant. The interior is beautifully crafted. Unfortunately the service and food leaves much to be desired. The staff were nice upon arrival we had a reservation but somehow it took us maybe 30 minutes to get asked what we wanted. 3 tables were seated and served way before we were asked if we wanted to order, and when we did order the item was not good. The sampler was basically $30 for 5 pieces of old bread (was not fresh or hot) and the dips. These dips by no means were bad in taste, but they weren't anything special they tasted like you could go to a grocery store and get the hummus and everything else. We were given two grape leafs when in other pictures of other reviews they were given four and a ton of bread. We saw all of the other tables get mountains of bread and service while we didn't. Even when we asked for the check we didn't get it until maybe 10 minutes after? The server also asked us if we did not like the food - we didn't want to be rude and say what we thought so we just said we were just grabbing small bites. Truthfully we looked up another restaurant and left to go there instead! If you want good Mediterranean food maybe go somewhere else. read more

Cafe Zevian - SAMPLER - Turkish Near Me - Falls Church, Virginia

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Cafe Zevian has just opened up, and they have an extensive menu, offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. We came here to check them out for lunch, and we ordered: +Babaganoush - pureed eggplant with smoked garlic, yogurt, pomegranate, and olive oil +Sarma - grape leaves stuffed with rice and pomegranate, served with lettuce and lemon +Zevian Boreks +Manti - baked dumplings filled with ground beef, garlic, pepper paste, and tomato sauce +Kofta - ground beef and lamb mixed with parsley, onions, garlic, and spices +Doner Kebab - veal and lamb marinated and cooked on a vertical rotisserie; served over rice with tomatoes and green peppers Note that larger parties of 6+ will have an automatic 22% gratuity added to the bill. Staff were friendly, and the interior of the cafe is clean, modern, and sophisticated-like. There are street and garage parking in the area. +extensive breakfast, lunch, and dinner options +friendly service +street and garage parking available read more

Cyndy's Bottom Line: Delicious Mediterranean food in Falls Church *Walk ins welcomed for lunch *Reservations on TOCK *Hours: Mon-Fri : 7.30 AM- 10.00PM Sat-Sun (Brunch) : 10.00 AM - 9.30 PM *Serving Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner *Credit cards accepted *A gratuity of 22% will be charged for a party of (6) or more. *Street parking and garage *Available for private functions I went to the newly opened Cafe Zevian for lunch craving a doner kebab like the one that I had in Berlin. The menu is good for not only lunch but also breakfast and dinner. The restaurant is spacious, great decor and ambiance. Nicely appointed seating with large windows. This is what we ate: +Complimentary bread and spicy tomato dip. Yummy +Doner sandwich -Turkish dish of veal and lamb marinated for about 12 hrs, cooked on a vertical rotisserie with tomatoes and fresh green peppers. *The doner kebab is so tasty delicious. The veal and lamb so robust in flavor, tender and perfectly assembled in the lightly grilled thin flatbread. Delish!! I can't wait to eat another one! +Sarma -Grape Leaves stuffed with rice, served with fresh lettuce, pomegranate and lemon. *Beautifully plated and well executed. The rice in the grape leaves so flavorful, the lettuce perfectly chopped and dressed. The pomegranate adds a burst of sweetness, followed by a subtle tartness. Fresh and delicious! +Turkish tea -a strong, full-bodied black tea served piping hot in small tulip-shaped glasses, accompanied by sugar and a yummy cookie. *Love the flavor of Turkish tea. *Friendly & attentive service. *Highly recommend! read more

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12/25/25 Update: I see online their updated menu lists many more ingredients and food labels. Great update! Very helpful. Original review: This newly opened spot is perfect for a date night, friends gathering, or New Years Eve dinner! It's got Mediterranean food - Turkish, Greek, and Lebanese flavors! The hummus was great (though next time I will have them remove the red pepper flakes they sprinkle on top) and the bread that came with it was fantastic - a spongy, thicker than pita almost sourdough texture. The grilled chicken was delicious, seasoned well, tender and hot! The potatoes that came with it were a bit unseasoned except the red pepper flakes that were on there (too spicy for my mild palate). The cauliflower dish and mucver (veggie pancake, but it comes with a yogurt sauce below - dairy unlabeled: beware.) were both good and flavorful. The za'atar fries were fresh and hot, a bit salty but good to share. We were in a rush to eat and they were able to accommodate our speed and brought everything out as fast as they could. The staff was friendly and fast. You could tell they appreciated sharing their cuisine with us! Overall great food, experience, and ambiance. Just ask about ingredients on a dish you're interested in because the menu isn't listing dairy or red pepper flakes (or vegan/ eggs/ gluten, etc either). read more

Cafe Zevian - Set tables, dessert fridge, and cooking area. - Turkish Near Me - Falls Church, Virginia

Amazing food and great service. Zevian did not disappoint! Not only did we have their awesome Turkish breakfast, but we ordered four kilos of baklava for our upcoming event. read more

Delightful calm atmosphere and well rounded menu with a quality I would visit for lunch any day of the week. Service was quick and concise. No complaints and felt as if the restaurant was well kept and clean. read more

Cafe Zevian - Wine - Turkish Near Me - Falls Church, Virginia

Cute and unassuming spot that we stumbled on while walking through the downtown area of Falls Church. I can't speak to the food, as we just stopped in for night cap, the bar was small and intimate with comfortable seating (underrated need for barstools!). While the original bartender wasn't super experienced, and options were limited, having to remember their not quite a cocktail bar, we were able to craft our own drink with a manager/owner and were pleased. Service was kind, environment passed the vibe check and I'll add it to my places to dine next time I'm in the area for dinner. read more

Enjoyed the dinner with my husband at the new Cafe Zevian. Great tasting dishes, polite and friendly staff, and a bright, open concept environment, make this place elegant and cozy at the same time. We will be back soon! read more

Cafe Zevian - Inteerior - Turkish Near Me - Falls Church, Virginia

Turkish Delight! Fabulous new restaurant joins so many others in Falls Church , VA! Food, service, wine and atmosphere! Come and enjoy. read more

Cafe Zevian - Lamb chops. So juicy and delicious. Even the rice tastes great! - Turkish Near Me - Falls Church, Virginia

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Staff were very nice and the environment was great. However, the restaurant seems to be under staff on the floor and in the kitchen. Food serving was very slow. The worst part: the portion or size of their entrees was very small and they looked like a kids meal. For a normal adult, you probably need to order 3 entrees for one person. Would not recommend unless you usually eat kids meals and have plenty of time to kill sitting at the table. It's really hard to understand why they make the portions so small. read more

I've eaten here several times and couldn't be happier. I typically come for date night, and the ambiance is perfect. The first couple times I dined here, the owner happened to be present and personally greeted us/checked in about the food. I absolutely loved the food, including the mezze sampler, and thought each item I ordered was delicious. I can't wait to return! read more

So disappointed with this restaurant. The service was awful, wait staff never came back to us after we placed our order. The food was cold and not very good. Over priced and mediocre food is not my idea of a good time. Go to Yayla for MUCH better Turkish food at half the price and a much more comfortable surrounding. I felt like I was sitting in a cafeteria with SUPER bright lights and some how really loud even though there were very few people dining. read more

Terrible food nice ambiance and All but terrible food probably worse meal in ages. So much better place to go and not waste time and money

My dinner companion and I went the evening of July 4th. Parking was easy, decor was nice, hostess was friendly and helpful with the menu. We ordered the labneh and the beet salad for appetizers. Both tasty and refreshing for the humid weather. My companion got to talk with the owner and modified one dish based on her critique. Very accommodating. We ordered the diner kebab and the branzino which were seasoned and cooked well. We finished with a Turkish tea and had a pleasant experience. We both would've preferred a chef/house specialty dish to define the experience hence the 4/5 but overall pleasant. *it was also July 4th so very aware restaurants weren't going with a typical Friday service. read more

We celebrated a friend's birthday here and had so much fun - the food is delicious especially the doner kebab and all the cold mezzes! it has a nice upscale airy interior and solid cocktails in pretty glasses. The baklava and Turkish coffee were also so good and the owner and waiters were all very nice and let us stay a bit late. We'll be back! read more

Great experience here last night! Went for a late-night date night and had a wonderful experience. Good food, great service, and nice atmosphere. We will definitely be back and highly recommend. read more

Had high hopes going to a place like this. When our party showed up we were the only ones at the restaurant on a Sat night. That should have been a warning sign. The service was poor. We waited over 25 mins for our main entrees, and only after we complained did the waiter bring out some of our dishes, and even then we received only 4 out of the 6 dishes. We kept being told they only had one cook, yet no adjustment was made to the final bill. The Bronzino was over cooked and burnt in one examples, water was not refilled, and we had to call the manager over twice to get any service. Would recommend avoiding this place at all costs. read more

We had a great experience here. Tasty food, nice atmosphere and great service. We will be back!

The food and the service is first rate. Parking was convenient. The wait staff was attentive and helpful without interruptions to our group. The new owner has also made the ambiance of the space quite comfortable. read more

Really really good foot and ambience! Even better service too- really warm and inviting and hospitable. Thanks for having us!

Very nice decor and welcoming service. The food was not what we expected. The chicken mushroom "crepe" was deep fried and overcooked like a Chinese egg roll. There was no resemblance to a traditional crepe. The donor kabob did not taste or resemble past Turkish experiences. Not a repeat for us. read more

We enjoyed Cafe Zevian very much! Beautiful ambiance, wonderful menu, & the service was excellent. Definitely will make it one of our regular restaurant destinations! read more

I recently had the pleasure of having a full Turkish breakfast at Cafe Zevian and it was amazing! The bountiful array of dishes they brought was slightly overwhelming but each dish was absolutely delicious. It was a journey of exciting flavors which was such a fun departure from the common brunch items you find in all menus in the area. Also, the restaurant was beautiful and so chic! Think white tablecloths with distinctively beautiful ceramic dishes that made me wish they had an attached home store. This is such a delightful restaurant and I can't wait to come back for dinner! read more

Had a wonderful dinner here tonight. The staff were kind and welcoming and the vibe in the restaurant is really quite inviting. The food was satisfying and I really enjoyed the Mediterranean menu. I would highly recommend the lamb chops and the pistachio baklava for dessert! read more

Recently had lunch here and it was excellent. Appreciated the interior decor and elevated atmosphere. We sampled a variety of dishes, hummus, babaganoush, Zevian salad, lentil soup, and the Kofta, from the menu. They were all equally delicious and made with high quality ingredients. Great addition to the restaurant options here in Falls Church. Looking forward to eating here again. read more

Unfortunately the food was not good at all. I want to like the place, we need more diverse options in the area and the location is nice. The food was bad and to add insult to injury the prices are high. I hope they take feedback and are able to improve, but I don't see how they can offer the food they currently do. The place is a ghost town, so the chef should hopefully see that what they're doing isn't working. read more

Well done! Super ambiance, food is exquisite! Get the sampler appetizer and the cauliflower. The doner kabob is amazing! Recommend sharing multiple dishes--each bite is perfect. read more

We tried this fairly new restaurant in FCC last night. We really enjoyed the food and ambience. The sampler appetizer was delicious. The Branzino, prawns and octopus did not disappoint. The complimentary Turkish tea and cookie was a nice touch. read more

Great food and kind people! I've been here twice and the food was great both times. Pretty decor, great for date night or out with friends.

The food was delicious and hospitable service. Lovely ambiance and convenient free parking garage for guests. Both patio and dining seating.

What a friendly comfortable restaurant to relax, have a drink or glass or wine and enjoy wonderful fare. Food is delicious, servers are friendly and professional. As out of towner, it was welcoming and definitely a restaurant to come back to when in the area. If you are a local don't walk, run to Cafe Zevian!! read more

The food was amazing and the service was the best. The owner made sure we were fully taken care of. Will visit again!

I love everything about Cafe Zevian! We initially went because of its proximity to where my mom lives but keep going back for the food, the cool atmosphere and the owner, Adam, who is terrific. Don't be put off by the prices, which, if like me, you might think are a bit high. It is so worth it and we've felt we've gotten terrific value for the cost every time. FYI I normally don't care for lamb but tried some from a mixed plate when there with family - it was stellar!! read more

Food and service were great. We had branzino for dinner. It was perfectly cooked and the skin was so crispy. We'll definitely come back.