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    Charga

    4.6 (223 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Good for kids

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    The roasted potatoes with peppers and onions

    How have I never been here before. I've driven by so many times and never stopped. This is without a doubt, the best butter chicken I've ever had! The naan is delicious. My husband got some roasted potatoes with peppers and onions in it. That's delicious too. I'm just sorry that I didn't take pictures before I dug in. It is not a place to come to for atmosphere, but I like sitting here and being in a very relaxed atmosphere, not pretentious at all.

    1/4 Chicken W/2 Sides & Drink - Charga Chicken, Biryani Rice, Masala Fries
    Lynda D.

    Was pleasantly surprised with the large menu of options to choose from. I went with the 1/4 Chicken W/2 Sides & Drink and specifically wanted to try the charga chicken. The meal also came with a drink. I chose the masala fries and biryani rice for my sides. Everything was cooked well and had tons of flavor. Will come back again!

    Triple platter
    King D.

    ANOTHER BANGA!!!I had the tripple platter salmon chicken and lamb all amazing lamb being the tastiest I had there cilantro and briani rice briani being the best of the to if you like spice the Nan super fresh comes out piping hot the yogurt is on point not watery the garlic sauce nice and salty compared to ravi and kp this is up there with Ravi

    Impressive
    Harley S.

    I wouldn't have thought we needed another chicken joint, but then again, it's unfair to call Charga a chicken joint. It's so much more. Let's start with the sides. The variety is truly awesome. You have the standard rice and fruits and potatoes (sorry to call them standard -- the potatoes are really good and the rice is infused with saffron and cilantro), but then there are all the Pakistani-influenced vegetables and legume options! Incredibly flavorful chickpea and lentil and spinach stews, spicy green beans, crisp tomato and cucumber, grilled vegetables... the list goes on and on. And then there's that chicken: there are four varieties to choose from: the specialty here is called Sajji and it's marinated and flame broiled with a mild but Berry flavorful spice mix. It's tender and juicy and the sun is somehow thin and crackling. It's really good. There are other chicken options including a spicy peri peri, a traditional Peruvian pollo a la brass, and Charga, which is a skinless flash-fried specialty. I haven't tried them yet because the sajji is so good. The owners are always there and incredibly friendly. You really want to support a business like this, and thankfully the food and the prices make it a no brainer to continue doing so. The menu goes well beyond rotisserie chicken to a variety of sandwiches, bowls, and wraps. Even burgers I haven't tried it all yet but I have a feeling there are no misses coming out of this kitchen.

    Charga 1/4 Combo w/2 Sides
    Stacey B.

    We were looking for a restaurant after visiting Gettysburg and saw Charga on Yelp. We thought we'd give it a try....if you're thinking of going...DO IT! This is the best food we've had in the DC area over the past week. Wow! Get the Charga! So much flavor, it's ridiculous. The plantains and naan were great sides too. Great service, great food!

    Sajji Quarter
    Jacob C.

    Went back as promised, this time for carryout, and the food was mostly fantastic again. We loved the butter chicken, chicken tikka kabob, sajji chicken; chick peas, spinach, and rice were all delicious, as well. The peri peri chicken was also very good, but not for the faint of heart as it is covered in their spiciest sauce. Only negative was the masala fries, which were soggy by the time we got our food home, but nicely seasoned. The dipping sauces are also all fantastic. Will definitely be back.

    Charga chicken with mixed veg and channa

    Had the pleasure of eating here last Saturday, and everything was amazing! I'm happily carnivorous, but the non-meat items were so good that I filled up on those before I even got to the delicious charga 1/4 chicken I'd ordered. Their lentils, chickpeas, and mixed vegetable sides are amazing. Service is so friendly and helpful! Will definitely be back!

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    Excellent service and some of the best low-medium cost food. Better than most roast/charbroiled chicken places I have been to.

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    Excellent chicken and halal bowl. Very well prepared! I will be back and recommend them.

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    Ask the Community - Charga

    There's no signage saying it's a halal food ? Nor on the menu

    Everything on the menu is 100% certified halal and the owner is very proud to let everyone know that. They recently became the new management so I think they just have not gotten the chance to update everything yet.

    Is it Halal?

    Yes, it's halal! As soon as we saw the sign, we knew we had to go there 😄

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    Bob & Edith's Diner - View out the front windows

    Bob & Edith's Diner

    3.5(74 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    This location is more spacious than the original one at Columbia Pike. It has high ceiling and…read morebetter lighting. Went here on a Saturday morning for brunch. We sat ourselves as usual. Just like it's other branches, Bob & Edith's Diner serve breakfast food anytime of the day. They have omelets, sandwiches, burgers, subs, fried chicken, waffles, pancakes, steaks, etc. I got the specialty hotcake (chocolate chip) with 2 eggs and sausages. You have a choice of chocolate chip hotcake, blueberry hotcake, pecan waffle or waffle with blueberry toppings. Like my review of its other location, their food was good and reliable. Our server was distracted though. When I ordered my food, he did not say that I had a choice between bacon, sausage, or ham. He said, "It comes with bacon. Is that okay with you?" To other customers who do not know that they have options, they would probably just say yes or no. Since I knew, I had him change it. When it came to payment, we were offering 3 credit cards to divide the check. However, he initially just got one of ours but before he reached the register he realized he only got one of our cards so he went back. He then gave each one's check one at a time with only a pen for everyone. Nevertheless, would still give this spot a 4/5.

    It's a breakfast joint. The food is fine, but nothing out of the ordinary. It's fast and…read moreconvenient. And if that's what you need, then that's what you'll get. Parking is a challenge, so you may need to find a spot in one of the adjacent buildings.

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    Kaldi’s Social House - Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich

    Kaldi’s Social House

    4.3(335 reviews)
    2.2 mi
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    I gotta give it up for Kaldi's. My first time visiting and while the prices are a little steep…read more(especially for food - $23 for a chicken Caesar salad), I'd def come back. About that $23 salad: The portion is a little skeet (that's an STL term - look it up) but the chicken was honestly juicy and flavorful as hell. And, the salad was full of very fresh spinach, and maybe other greens, as well as a good dressing. They provided a healthy amount of shaved Parmesan, which is my favorite. I would definitely order this again if I knew I was going to be around for a while and really wanted a salad. The vibe inside is so cute. This particular location is huge and there are various types of seating available. They have Wi-Fi, which is helpful., and some of their furniture is super comfy. It is the perfect place to connect or reconnect with a friend. I have never been much of a coffee shop, girl, but I could definitely see myself coming here multiple times a week. Service was good. I didn't interact with them much because all I did was order from a little QR code at my table and they dropped it off, but when observing them interacting with other customers, they seemed nice For the size of this place and people coming in and out, it was surprisingly clean, too. I didn't check the bathrooms out, but parking outside was paid but easy.

    Busy spot on the weekends but the outdoor tables are nice when the weather cooperates. You order…read moreusing a QR code at the table and service is quick. They have a $9 breakfast sandwich brunch special that's a pretty good deal - I got the lox and cream on a croissant with a poached egg. They also have a variety of bowls, smoothies, and breakfast, lunch, and brunch fare on the menu. Their strawberry smoothie is pretty good!

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    Cowboy Cafe - Cowboy Chili Bowl

    Cowboy Cafe

    3.7(222 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    Cowboy Cafe is the quintessential North Arlington local. While we've affectionately dubbed it our…read more"collective Dad/dive bar," the reality is much more inclusive. On any given night, you'll find a mix of families, couples, and long-time regulars. It's the kind of reliable spot that anchors the neighborhood, especially since it's one of the few quality joints within walking distance of our front doors. Kellie and the rest of the crew are fantastic. They've mastered that perfect "local hang" energy--they provide great service with a side of "don't give a shit / don't take shit" attitude. It's authentic, unpretentious, and exactly what you want when you're looking to decompress. While I'm admittedly usually there for the beverages, the pub grub holds its own: * The Nachos: Whether you go for the "Mountain" or the "Molehill," they are a mandatory shareable. * The Wings: Always a solid, reliable bet. * The Sides: The fries are great, but don't sleep on their homemade tater tots--it's a unique take you won't find elsewhere. They keep a nice rotation of beers on tap and the bartenders know how to pour a proper mixed drink. As the weather starts to turn, the parking lot patio is the place to be. It's a great outdoor space to soak up the spring and summer vibes with a cold drink in hand. Things get crazy there whenever a local school has their PTA fundraiser, Cowboy is always the after party!

    I love the vibe of this bar! Small, but has a ton of spirit. The service was pretty good. If you…read moreneeded anything, you can always go up to the bar and ask. They do trivia too!

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    Jon’s Joint

    Jon’s Joint

    4.4(183 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$

    This is exactly how smash burgers should be done!! Fresh, hot, and incredibly juicy! Jon's Joint…read moremakes everything fresh to order. It only took a quick 10 minutes to receive our entire order, which was 3 burgers, a crispy fried chicken sandwich, loaded fries, and 2 milkshakes! I was very happy with how efficient the service was and the most important part, how delicious every bite was! The smashburgers are made with 100% halal beef and they come out HOT with perfectly crispy edges on the patties and a juicy center. We ordered 3 burgers and each of them stood out in their own way. You can get a single, double, or triple patty burger and add whatever toppings to it too. The jalapeño burger was the star of the show, it had a such a nice and spicy kick to it. I wasn't expecting much but this burger had HEAT! Another favorite was the Juicy Lucy. It was packed with grilled onions and the patty was stuffed with cheddar cheese. A super messy and cheesy option that was definitely worth every bite! I liked that Jon's Joint offered other options too such as loaded fries and fried chicken sandwiches. What I found unique is that for the loaded fries, you can get it with falafel and make it spicy! This time, they had run out of the falafel so I am excited to try it next time. If you're in Arlington and craving a casual burger spot, you need to go to Jon's Joint. You'll get quick service and a delicious meal!

    Happed upon this place while driving. Was hungry, it was close, had good YELP rating, so I came in…read more Basic. Nothing at all spectacular. Cute posters. You can tell the owner is really into Superheroes. I ordered the grilled chicken. The good thing is that it is cooked to order. Loved that. Downside, no seasoning, AT ALL. This would be fine, I understand dietary considerations with sodium. What had me perplexed was they had NO PEPPER in the entire restaurant. I've NEVER been at a restaurant that didn't have any pepper. Plenty of salt, seasoned salt and even more salt. No pepper. Burgers seem to be popular. Wasn't very crowded, but seemed popular by locals. It was a "meh" for me. I do however really like that the food is cooked to order.

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    #5 Jalapeo Burger

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    #3 Juicy Lucy

    Charga - tradamerican - Updated May 2026

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