A great spot for Egyptian food! Could really just sit down and order with their QR code, or have…read morethe staff take your order. I got the Egyptian-style liver and Koshary with added kefta. I was surprised at the portion sizes for both of them, actually. Food was flavourful and extremely filling for me; it sufficed for two meals for me. The place was cute with the seating and decor. Plenty of parking around here too. I'd definitely come again whenever I'm craving Egyptian!

4/12/26 This was a real treat. I have walked past this…read morehidden gem for many years until today. The food, service and ambience gave off great vibes from the short time we were there. We had just eaten at The Orginal Pancake so eating a full meal was out of the question. However, this did not stop us from getting a drink and buying a dessert. I tried the Green Lemonade and it was delicious. I know I will have get one of my own next time. The food served here is a Mediterranean Style and the own ruled this restaurant with a friendly fist. I saw this is not her only restaurant, but one of many. Some of the photos I saw are of rewards she has achieved for excellent quality and service. Something I will be looking forward to seeing when we eat here on empty stomachs next time. During the time we were there, I liked what I saw. The taste of that Green Lemonade is still on my mind at 1:39AM on an early Monday morning. Something will have to be done about that...

Good place , delicious authentic Egyptian food , very welcoming people, good prices , enough…read moreportions , 5 stars I highly recommend this place to everybody

Two Haiku Review:…read more Came here to try the Best koshary in NoVA. Wow, it was good. So Many other good Egyptian dishes too. The Owner is so nice!

This is a solid little place in an unassuming spot, a quiet little oasis in a busy downtown…read moreneighborhood. It's a welcome alternative to the standard fare nearby. The ordering is quick, off of digital pads or the cashier and they bring the food out fast but also freshly prepared. A few small tables and two tables for larger parties fill the small space, but it feels comfortable rather than cramped. The staff is very nice, and routinely checked with all the tables. The falafel was great, small balls crispy on the outside but not still soft, and the hummus is nice and light. The homemade hot sauce isn't very hot, but it adds a nice flavor. This was a random stop-in for me, and I'm very glad to have found it!

Decent spot. I believe this was my first time trying Egyptian food and I got to try a wide array of…read moredifferent items. These included the chicken kabob bowl with tum, apricot juice, and the Om Ali pudding. The vibe of this place is a bit like a to go spot. It's quite small. If you are paying with a credit card, they have you order on a separate touchscreen. Ambiance was just standard, and we didn't really interact much with the people (I don't think they really have servers). The food was okay. The chicken kabob meal was honesty a bit of a let down. The rice is was served was was far too oily/buttery to the point of being overpowered. The chicken was also rubbery. Other than that, pretty good spices and I did like the garlic sauce. The apricot drink was nice. Tasted very fresh and a decent portion. Seems like they might make it in house? The om Ali pudding was also quite unique and good. It's similar to a bread pudding, and they have tons of little additions like raisins, nuts, etc. It is a traditional Egyptian dessert that I liked.

If you're looking for a dining experience that feels like a warm hug from someone's grandmother,…read morelook no further. This Mediterranean treasure sitting along the Alexandria waterfront is everything a great restaurant should be. The concept here is simple and beautiful: recipes passed down and made completely from scratch. Don't skip the traditional hummus. I was skeptical about the halloumi goulash because of the fruit but somehow... it works! Both entrees: salmon and lamb chops were delicious. Allie was both the perfect server and drink (ask for her signature punch). They also create award-winning martinis; ask for one!

I felt the host really tried to talk up the fact that they one best something.... I can't even…read moreremember.... Long explanation on the menu. It was like someone was trying to convince me that the place was great. Beet salad was incredibly underwhelming, and even looked unappetizing upon arrival. Nice musical playlist though, and overall space. I wouldn't go back to dine though...

We sat on the patio on nice day. The servers were very attentive and nice, providing…read morerecommendations on our first visit. I was really craving baba ganoush but unfortunately they didn't have any eggplant based dip. We ordered the red pepper dip and the meat shindig. Red pepper dip - came with warm pita and was pretty good. A mix of savory and sweet from the pomegranate. Shindig - came with trumpet mushrooms, steak, lamb-beef kubideh and chicken. The proteins were all cooked well but unfortunately under flavored making the use of the sauces a necessity. I also wish there was more pita. The rice, although a beautiful vibrant value, lacked the aroma and flavor of rice from the Mediterranean. This dish was not a good value for what it contained. Further, the inside of the restaurant is suffering from the effects of wear and tear. Both bathrooms were out of order. This lack of care is incongruous with the intended vibe of the restaurant. I don't think I will be making a return visit.

Mediterranean spot with bar, table, and patio right off of the main drag in Mosaic…read more I came here for dinner with my fiancé and we split a couple of apps between the two of us, all of which were solid. These included a hummus, chicken swarm sliders, brussel sprouts, and falafel. The falafel was my favorite. We each also got a mango margharita, and we both really enjoyed our drinks. The atmosphere and service left a little to be desired, as the our table was falling apart and our waitress seemed to be a little overwhelmed.

The food at Mama Ayesha's was delicious, and packed full of flavor! The service was also…read moregreat--very attentive and kind. The restaurant itself is a bit dated, both the patio and dining room. It looks like the decor hasn't been refreshed in a few decades. Mouzat, 5/5, delicious, tender lamb with seasoned rice Maklouba, 5/5, tender chicken that fell off the bone with delicious rice and vegetables Pomtini, 2/5, somehow tasted like Hi-C or some kind of chemical citrus

The food here is very authentic but not reasonably priced. The service is lacking. It is as though…read morethey are doing you a favor to wait on you.

Our family has very much enjoyed the chicken kabob sandwiches and other platters here since 2023…read more Portions are great with friendly service. You can call in advance for take-out orders, or just place an order in person, walk over to H-Mart for shopping, and return in 15-20 minutes. We have not dined in the restaurant, but it has a separate section with tables that can easily accommodate families and small groups. It has a pleasant, family-owned restaurant vibe.

Stumbled upon this quiet mom & pop shop. They are very welcoming and seated us promptly for dinner…read more My favorite dish would be their chicken kabob platter. It comes with a bowl of salad. The chicken itself is a little on the drier side but I still like it. They give you a fairly large portion of chicken for the price. I definitely met my protein intake goals for dinner. The rice portion was also large and had a nice, simple flavor. I had to get a to-go box because there was so much to eat.

The bowls are fantastic. It's like a better version of Cava. The bulgur pilav base is interesting…read moreand different than the usual rice, and the array of toppings is so plentiful and varied that you will have a hard time choosing just 4. I actually paid like $1 more to get an extra topping and it was worth it. The best thing, though, is the falafel. Wow! The guy makes it right there in front of you - forming it into a ball and dropping it in the fryer. It comes out hot and crispy and just perfect. The counter guy seems like a grump but they serve great food, so oh well. It's also a decent space to sit inside if you want to eat in.

Fresh, healthy food; lots of customizable options; clean restaurant and restroom; friendly staff…read more Will be a repeat customer.

The food is great, we like it very much, dine in service was great and the atmosphere was also very…read moregood.

The service was very friendly and they were very enthusiastic about their food. Unfortunately, I…read morejust wasn't impressed and found this truck to be below average. I ordered the chicken platter with potatoes. This also comes with a small parsley/onion salad on flatbread on top and a larger piece of flatbread on the bottom. The chicken was well seasoned but was less lean and was a smaller serving of meat than at most similar restaurants. The parsley/onion salad on flatbread was an interesting concept but tasted a bit like cilantro on stale bread to me. The roasted potatoes were also well seasoned but because they were pre-cooked and reheated, they had the consistency of leftovers from last night that were reheated in the microwave. Finally, the piece of flatbread on the bottom seemed to be I heated and right off the shelf at the grocery store. That or perhaps it was just stale? Either way I wasn't impressed. This truck was less than impressive despite the friendly service. There are too many other quality trucks in the DC area for me to recommend this one or give it another try.

A Gem, the owner knows his craft. They carry quality halal meats. The owner will custom cut your…read moreselection and always goes the extra mile. Highly recommend this butcher shop, one of the best in the DMV

Very expensive double the price elsewhere and average quality especially for such high pricesread more