If you're ever in downtown DC, come get the lunch specials at Grill Kabob! It's a great deal and the amount of food you get makes it a great bang for your buck. I usually go for the half-chicken, comes with rice, a huge flatbread, a salad, and stewed chickpeas. It's a quick-service spot so you pay at the counter or through the kiosk and they'll call out your order number when the food is ready. There's a good amount of seating for such a small space. The people are friendly and they can always make recommendations based on what you're feeling. read more

Grill Kabob - Half chicken lunch special - Middle Eastern Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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This spot was a pleasant surprise. Most late-night spots are loud and overcrowded, but this one had plenty of space and a relaxed vibe. The staff were amazing and made the experience even better. I had the gyro and fries, and both were outstanding. The fries had a seasoned coating that made them next level, and the gyro was packed with flavor. For a meal at 2 a.m., it exceeded all expectations. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in DC. read more

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This place is close to a lot of offices downtown so I met up with my partner here for lunch. Service was very quick and efficient. We shared one combo platter since it was lunch and we didn't care to bring back leftovers for later. The one platter was enough for both of us. The food was very flavorful and the meat was juicy. The one thing I didn't like was the bathroom needed payment to use and I wanted to wash my hands after using the metro but didn't have time to wait in line to ask for a code if there was any. read more

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Super causal kabob restaurant with multiple locations. Food is good but the size is a bit on the small side. We had the kobeeda kabob (a lamb beef mix) which comes with rice and a simple salad. It was very tasty. The chicken curry had simple flavors but was also decent. It comes with one piece of flatbread. read more

Grill Kabob - Chicken curry - Middle Eastern Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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This place was ok. I was disappointed the rice didn't have saffron in it and the chicken was a little dry. Food came out quickly though! read more

Grill Kabob - Chicken Kabob - Middle Eastern Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Food was excellent. We had hummus , lamb over rice with salad plate & a gyro . Order at counter and choose a table . The lighting was harsh, music loud ( some kind of droning pop ) and not very cozy. With a few small changes decoratively it would be more comfortable. Felt like a cafeteria . The food was spiced perfectly, rice cooked to perfection. Could jazz up the side salad a bit . Fountain soda machine was broken , but there were available bottles in fridge for sale . Turn down the lights & music . Add a few decorative touches & it will be more cozy ! read more

Since it's right across the street from my office, I go here for my quick dinner breaks. The gyro wraps are about $10-15, which I find as a decent deal, since they come with a couple of sauces and lentils and are filling. And the food comes out quickly, making it a great place if you're on a time crunch. read more

Grill Kabob - Middle Eastern Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This was my favorite spot in DC. I came here three times while I was visiting. The food is phenomenal. I had the chicken kabob platter and my boyfriend got the gyro sandwich. Both were really good, but the chicken kabob platter was more filling and the variety on the plate was awesome. When I come back, I'll definitely be visiting again. read more

Grill Kabob - Chicken Kabob - Middle Eastern Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Needed something to eat - excellent food truck - friendly service. Wide selection to pick from. read more

Very good kabobs. The place is interestingly decorated with a bunch of buckets as a chandelier. You can order online or at a kiosk inside the restaurant, but trying to get gluten-free options requires ordering in person. Even then, it does not always seem they know what that means. Sometimes, I get the kabob without bread and others without the dressing on the salad, so you have to talk to them to ensure they get it right. But the reason to come here is the food, which is tasty. You can still get a full meal (a kebob comes with a salad, rice, and bread) for under $20. read more

Grill Kabob - Middle Eastern Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This is the best Afghan/Middle Eastern fast food restaurant in Washington, DC. The restaurant is very clean, respectful, and welcoming. The staff are incredibly kind and friendly, and the food is absolutely delicious and mind-blowing. If you're looking for a great place to enjoy a meal with family or friends, you must visit this restaurant. Highly recommended! read more

It has been some time since my last review, and I thought I would provide an update. This location of Grill Kabob continues to provide reliable middle eastern offerings. I particularly like the lunch special (either a chicken or gyro sandwich) but they also have other good choices on the menu. There can be a wait to receive your order, but I that the items are made to order and fresh. read more

This food place was very racist and predatory. The food was extremely cold and the front cashier worker was extremely beyond rude. This was the worse food experience I've had in dc. I will never ever go back and will advise others to not go. They didn't allow paying customers to use the restroom. Kindness always goes a long way. read more

I hate to say it because it's quite unfortunate when a small restaurant that isn't a chain fails this miserably. I mean quite frankly there are no redeeming qualities. Naan was dry like cardboard the beef was legitimately inedible i mean it all around sucked and cost 35$ for a bowl naan and chick peas. Avoid like the plague, however hummus was good but that's hard to mess up! read more

Grill Kabob - Naan - Middle Eastern Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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This place has a small mom and pop shop vibe and the food is DELICIOUS. I came here during lunch on a Thursday and they got busy starting around 12:15pm. We waited a bit for our food but it tasted fresh and homemade so it was worth it! The bread was fluffy and hot. The beef was so tender and the chicken was perfectly seasoned. The only thing I didnt like was the lentil soup. It had a weird soapy after taste but not sure if it was just me. Otherwise, everything was amazing! read more

Grill Kabob - Beef and Chicken Kabob platter with lentil soup - Middle Eastern Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I like getting takeout from here when I don't feel like cooking. The plates are a bit pricey but I can usually make one plate last two meals so it's worth it to me. The kabobs taste great! read more

Grill Kabob - Middle Eastern Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Excellent, tasty, fresh food. Had the falafel platter and it was huge and probably the best I've ever had.

Mean old man who cheated us out of our order. Twice. The man at the counter who might be the owner didn't even greet us when we came in a large group. I had to say hello, ask how he was and wait for a bit until he grumbled something. It was the pride parade, and he was a block away from it. We ordered a large order, and the rest of our group ordered separately. We ordered one drink, but he charged us for two. When we realized this, we brought it up to him and asked him for the second drink - a yogurt-based drink. He said it was a dollar more, so I paid in cash. Then at the table, I see the digital menu change to feature our drink. It was the same price he originally charged us, not a dollar more. I brought this up to him, but he wouldn't refund it even with the price right above his head proving him wrong. He got angry, yelled, and accused me of cheating him. By the time we ate, I looked at our receipt again. He had left out the two samosas we ordered. He refunded those only when we pointed it out, but he still unfairly kept the dollar he conned us out of. I'm sorry I suggested this place to our group; I won't do that again. read more

My husband, eight month old baby and myself thoroughly enjoyed the food here. We both ordered the beef kabob platters, which came with a saucy chickpea soup (unsure what it's actually called), a piece of bread, rice, salad and the beef kabob. Ordering was easy and the kind lady at the front was helpful when we were trying to figure out what we wanted. The food was delightful. The chef even came out personally to see if we were enjoying the meal, which we very much were! Even the eight month old was loving bits of the bread, chickpeas and steak. The seating area itself was pretty clean and had a high chair for the baby. The soda fountain is currently out of order, but they do have bottled sodas and waters. I would 100% eat here again as the prices are reasonable and the food is delicious! read more

I went there for dinner based on the recommendation from the staff of the hotel where I was staying. The person (young male) at the ordering counter was rude and also didn't seem to be capable of speaking English The food quality was so horrible that I ate a few bites and left it. Had to go another restaurant for dinner. I Have had Afghani food a lot of times and this was clearly the worst. read more

I ordered a Gyro Platter from Grill Kabob today and was pleasantly surprised at the portion sizes. Felt like a lot of food for the cost, and my to-go order was ready for pickup in almost no time at all. The food travelled well and was packaged tightly to prevent any of the sauces from leaking. I was a little surprised that the white sauce included was just ranch, not for me but I'm sure some folks won't mind. The seating at the restaurant looked comfy so if I return I'll try eating in house. read more

Grill Kabob - Gyro Platter - Middle Eastern Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The best places on Yelp are 3.5 stars. How do I know? I've been an Elite for 10+ years, and the truth has remained the same. The best places on Yelp are 3.5 stars, and Grill Kabob is one of those examples. Food is ALWAYS flavorful, ALWAYS filled to the brim, and ALWAYS fresh. If this place has had a bad day, I've never encountered it. It's so good that I'm willing to trek 20 minutes on my lunch break to grab it, no matter what the weather. My fave is the Chicken Kabob platter, which is filled with large chunks of grilled chicken, zesty salad, tasty basmati rice, and savory chickpeas. They're even nice enough to throw in fresh Pita bread; which is usually a $$$ add-on at other places. Staff are friendly and orders are completed quickly... what's not to like? Lunch time fave for sure! read more

I asked for the order, usually it 2 sticks of chicken. They only put one . If they will still you . I they should let people know .

The most tasty kabob rice plate I've had in DC so far! Reasonably priced, and you get a really good portion of food. I got the Grilled Chicken Kabob plate that came with two kinds of rice, veggies, some chickpea side, and their signature sauces. The chicken had such a GREAT char grilled flavor to it, and went perfectly with the rice and veggies. Service was quick and easy, no negatives to say at all! read more

Grill Kabob - Chicken Kabob with Rice & Salad - Middle Eastern Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Almost 10 years later and I'm still obsessed with Grill Kabob! Their quality has NEVER changed and I can 100% see why they've been in business for over 25 years. I still order my usual, the chicken kabob platter with chickpeas on the side. I now frequent the location in Arlington, VA but I just wanted to give an update! read more

I've always been curious about the inconsistent reviews this place gets as I really like it here. Over the years, I've probably been here 10 times...and have only eaten one dish: the chicken koobidah plate. It's easily the sleeper item of the menu as most everyone is here for the grilled chicken. "My" dish is a made-to-order kabob of ground chicken, spices, turmeric (?), and jalapeño. It takes forever for them to make but is simply delicious with a great grill-char on the outside of the moist chicken. It's a ton of food and so good. It's a must for me when I'm in DC and have time to make it to McPherson Square! Bonus points for clean tables and floors. read more

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Great food. Chicken was well cooked. Nice ambience. Friendly staff. Definitely recommend!

Some of the best Afghan food I've ever had in the area! Met the owner and he was kind and informative about the menu. Service was outstanding and it was really clean and nice inside read more

Grill Kabob - Middle Eastern Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Grill Kbob is my go-to spot for a quick, flavorful bite. Their kabobs are perfectly seasoned, juicy, and paired with fresh, zesty sides that hit the spot every time. The casual vibe and friendly service make it a place I keep coming back to. Follow my IG account for Curated Google Maps list for brunch, happy hours, rooftops, parks, wineries & more in the DMV area: @yourdmvbestie read more

Was sooooooo good. Still think about it till this day. I don't eat chickpeas and they were so bomb! Def recommend

Very rude. Charged us for a drink we didn't order. Refused to give refund. I'd suggest finding a different restaurant.

For a late night grub in the weekend after clubbing, it's kind of hard to bear this place especially when everything else nearby is closed. And yes - I had only one item. The menu goes up to #12 and it's really more extensive than that since my lamb kabob wrap is actually #15 and can be had - hinting that there's a larger menu out of sight somewhere. The lamb kabob here blew the one I had in Union Market a bit earlier out of the water in both portion and flavor. The lamb kabob here consisted of chargrilled chunks of lamb meat, and had that smokey char flavor that comes with being grilled on an open fire. With basic veggies in the wrap, it was heaven enough for me for a quick bite. There are two sauces - labeled white and spicy (green). I only had the white sauce which was in the sandwich and it was enough for me - they don't offer much more than those two sauces as far as condiments go. The value was good as well. read more

Pre-cooked frozen chicken does not deserve a good review- it was not delicious or with the $

Unfortunately, my experience was very disappointing. The food was bland and poorly prepared, and the service was just as bad--slow, inattentive, and unprofessional. I really expected better and wouldn't recommend this place. read more

My favorites are chicken kabob platter and chicken kabob sandwich. The chicken is marinated well and is very delicious. The visual menu display they have is great to see the dishes before ordering. We ordered on the display stand and process was simple and quick. will definitely come back again read more

I have wanted to try this spot for the longest time! I ordered a Chicken Kabob Sandwich with a side of fries. (I would recommend ordering ahead of time Online.) The restaurant has a very 90's diner feel to it in terms of ambiance. The chicken kabob sandwich comes with a tzatziki sauce, and also a delicious spicy green sauce. The fries were nice and crispy, and they were seasoned nicely as well! They paired perfectly with the sandwich. The chicken kabob sandwich was so juicy and delicious! The toppings were nice and fresh, and the sauces added an extra bang to the overall flavors! I felt so full and at peace after eating this meal. Two things that I would recommend that would make this restaurant a five star review. 1. More warm and welcoming Customer service for starters. The ladies working at the counter were very standoffish. It took them 2 whole minutes to speak to me upon arriving in the restaurant, and this made the atmosphere seem very cold and unwelcoming. Speak up and greet your customers! This will make more people come in, and customers return in the future!!! 2. Do not be afraid to season that chicken! The chicken kabob sandwich was beyond delicious!!! Though, I must say the meat was poorly seasoned. It was lacking a lot of traditional seasonings and cultural flare. Adding more seasoning to the meat is highly important & will help this sandwich be more flavorful! Cheers to good eats! read more

The chicken kabob plate was fantastic! It's great portion of food. The service was fast and sweete!! The lights are in awesome buckets giving the place a great creativity feel. read more

Grill Kabob - Chicken Kabob Platter - Middle Eastern Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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This place is a ripoff, placed an order to go pick it up, they did not include everything in the order. In addition the y have the cheapest water, ingredients NEVER AGAIN tourist beware read more

Grill Kabob - Tourist beware this place ripped us off - Middle Eastern Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Older gentlema at the counter was rude and dirty. Also a little inhumane....He lied about not using his bare hands to serve me my fries after handling cash and credit card payments. Think twice about ordering from here. read more

We came here for dinner on our last day in Washington DC. When we arrived, there were already a few patrons at the restaurant dining in and a few waiting for takeout orders. You can order at the counter and there is also a kiosk near the entrance. We opted to use the kiosk to order our food. We ordered one chicken samosa, one veggie samosa, one curry platter, one gyro platter, and one lassi. The food was seasoned pretty well, and portions were very generous. We were stuffed by the end. One thing that could be improved is adding a description of what is included in each dish on the kiosk. After placing our order, a staff member informed us that the curry platter would not contain any meat, which we were okay with. There is a restroom available at this location. read more

Grill Kabob - Gyro Platter - Middle Eastern Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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