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Courthouse Kabob

4.5 (185 reviews)
ModerateAfghan, Halal
Open • 10:00 am - 11:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Dogs allowed
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Chicken and Beef Kofta Combo Platter
Fatu D.

I randomly stumbled across this place and so glad that I did especially since I'm very rarely in Courthouse. The restaurant is nicely laid out with enough space and extremely clean. The wonderful lady at the cashier station walked me through the menu and gave me suggestions. I ended up going with the chicken and beef kofta combo platter and was not disappointed. It's a seat yourself restaurant and by the time I was seated, water and pita was provided for me while I waited for my food. The pita was fresh out of the oven and delicious. The food itself was very tender and well seasoned. I also got some eggplant on the side and ate that with the rice and meats.

Chicken Shawarma Platter
Kay

A great place to get take out! Every platter comes with naan and the portions are generous. I got the chicken shawarma over salad and it was a good alternative to the rice for me though the rice looked great. The naan was great to tear and grab chicken and lettuce with. I'll return here time and time again.

Combo Platter for 2
Milin P.

Just moved to the from Ballston to Courthouse and tried this Afghan kebab spot and it was great. Generous portions with the kebabs and sides when getting the "Kebab Combo for two." The Chicken stew (extra) and the eggplant were the highlight side dishes. Naan was nice and thick with a crispy crust. Extra sauce, no charge Used to be a regular at Kebab Garden on Quincy which was solid, this place definitely competes.

Qabeli palaw (which is also the national dish of Afghanistan)
Jeff T.

Good but not great, at least not for the qabeli palaw (which is also the national dish of Afghanistan). The lamb shank didn't seem that fresh unfortunately and they forgot to give us utensils and had to go back for them. The accompanying naan was thin and a bit dry, although chewy on the edges. The rice however was great! Service leaves more to be desired, attention to detail. The atmosphere felt relaxed.

Mischa J.

I came here for the first time just recently and I ordered lamb over rice, because it was part of a lunch special, as well as a side of red beans and I side of tabbouleh. It also automatically came in with a side of naan bread and I had a yogurt drink as well. This is a cute and simple looking restaurant with good honest service and food!

Anna C.

This place has my heart!! Soooo good. Pro tip: add the raisins and carrots in the rice I loved the meal for 2 because I got to try a bit of everything!

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Mark R.

Food was well prepared with an ample portion of meat/protein. I ordered a beef kabob wrap and my wife got the gyro sandwich. The pitas were soft and definitely freshly baked and the two sauces (one tzatziki the other a creamy green sauce) were just okay. I upgraded my side from chips to fries. Ordering fries for take out is always risky--if the order is delayed, the fries are barely warm. That's exactly what happened. Grub hub is the middle man, and though I was informed by the text that I would be notified when my order was ready, I sat in the restaurant and waited for the next text; it never came. Finally the counter person asked me if I was waiting for pick-up, and when I said yes and gave her my name, she handed me my food. We ate it back at the hotel and sure enough I ate warm fries! Without the order delay, I would probably give Courthouse Kabob a 4, but with delay, a 3 is more appropriate. Kabob is brightly lite and sports a large pictorial menu which is very helpful.

Tabouli salad
Alexis C.

Our go-to takeout/delivery spot! When we lived in NYC for a year, this is the place we missed the most. Nothing beats the tzatziki and shawarma at Courthouse Kabob Vibe: N/A (usually ordering to go!) Value: 8.5/10 - such great portions and fair prices, even when getting delivery Service: N/A Chicken shawarma platter: 9.8/10 Tzatziki: 9.8/10 Naan: 8/10 Overall: 9.025/10 (4.5/5) [To clarify our review system: 10 = we'll never have anything else as good as this in our lives (we use 10 very sparingly!) 9 = extraordinary 8 = great 7 = above average 6 = average Anything below 6 is being critical]

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Steven G.

I visited Courthouse Kabab today while visiting family in Arlington, Virginia. I decided to eat-in after a short walk to the restaurant. The restaurant is small and a unique combination of family-style, combos meals by number, kebabs/kofta, and catering. I love Mediterranean and Afghan food when I am in metro Washington, D.C. because I have limited choices back home for this type of food. The young lady who took my order was so friendly and attentive to my questions and concern for my level of spice tolerance. It was a two-way dialogue to help me make choices based on my palate and food interest. I was quickly served fresh made naan bread, which was lightly crispy with butter provided. My waitress was very attentive to my needs. She brought me water and checked on me often, even while I waited. My meal arrived and was amazing. The rice was tasty, fluffy and visually appealing (colorful). My lamb kabab was tender and seasoned to perfection. The chickpeas were slightly spicy, but not overpowering and the lamb curry was cooked slowly with love and care creating loads of flavor. For desert I chose rice pudding which was creamy and lightly flavored with cinnamon. It is clear the restaurant does a lot of to-go orders or delivery orders, but the dining room was dotted with patrons. There was a steady flow of customers while I enjoyed my meal and people watched. Other staff members were also verbally inviting and happy I chose their restaurant. If you are looking for an Afghan, Mediterranean or a Halal meal, Courthouse Kabab is an excellent choice. I look forward to a return visit before I depart for home and on my return visit to Arlington, Virginia.

Jennifer S.

Loved getting the combo platter as a first time visit since we got to try a variety of meats. Both of our favorites were the chicken kofta. We dined in and the food came out super quickly. It's a very casual place, with most people picking up take out, but it was nice to people watch and enjoy our food! Our server and the cashier were super nice and helpful!

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Lorenzo M.

This was my first time dining at this establishment. The service was outstanding. You have to go to the counter to order. Once I placed my order. I grabbed a table. I didn't order a drink. I wasn't thirsty. It was a rainy and chilly day. A young lady came from behind the counter with a hot cup of jasmine tea. I was pleasantly surprised and happy. I wanted to give her a hug. She made my delicious meal tasted even better. The food was delicious. The chicken needs a little more seasoning. All in all this is a great place to dine. Keep up the excellent hospitality Courthouse Kabob! I'll see you later. If you're ever in the area...GET SOME!!!

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Sophia M.

Courthouse has become a go to of mine. After my last review, it's only gotten better. I now crave courthouse kabobs while I'm up in my crane each day. All I can think about is those chicken kabobs and that heavenly white sauce. I'm here now waiting for my food. Can't wait!

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I ordered a chicken kabob and a baklava. Sooooo good. The chicken was juicy and rice just right. The baklava was delicious too.

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Delicious food, fast and friendly service. The Gyro I had was on point! Will come back here again.

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I loved this place. The food was so amazing. Afghanistan is between India and the Middle East and the food tasted just like that. Wonderful.

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Food was delicious went there for lunch and the food was good enough where I ended up getting something to go as well, would recommend,

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This is my go-to place for take oot in the Courthouse area. Traditional kabob menu, food is good, service is good.

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