Came here with a group on a weekday night for dinner. It wasn't too busy so it was a perfect time, the space was well designed. We received some complimentary dips, they were all very good. We also ordered the mast-o-musir for the table, with the bread it was very good. For my main I got the kubideh kabob, this was very good. It was well seasoned and cooked well. The rice was also very well done and a good portion. The only downside was the drinks, I got the Pom Fizz and it was a bit bitter, normally I don't mind but it was not great. Someone else got the cucumber mint sharbat and it was terrible, she actually sent it back and got a soda instead. Overall a good experience, I would definitely recommend it to others and likely make my way over as well. read more

Persian/middle eastern restaurant. Located next to Tiffany & Co., Joon was such an amazing dining experience. We came here for lunch and ordered off the lunch special and a few appetizers. The lamb meatball app was our favorite. Has a large space with beautiful decor and a very relaxing atmosphere. Staff was very attentive and helpful. read more

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Not bad, kind of average. 3.5 stars would be a more accurate rating. The kubideh kabob (singular) was good and I did enjoy the rice. Dishes ordered by others at the table were good as well but I feel bad to say Moby Dicks casual Persian eateries might be a little bit better. The small portions at Joon and pricy entrees also factors in to the rating. Beautifully designed restaurant. It's very noisy peak dinner time. It was a little difficult to hear others without making a conscious effort to speak very loudly. read more

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The atmosphere is very pleasant and upscale. I went here on a Friday afternoon and there were barely any other customers. You could definitely see how big the restaurant is. I got the $20 lunch special with a chicken kabob and mast-o musir. Chicken was cooked well, with slight smokiness and without being too dry. I also liked the seasoning they used and how it wasn't too overpowering. I tend to be a big eater but the portion size of the dish was very generous. I could barely finish it all in one sitting! read more

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There's an Eater video about this place which makes the food look insanely good and explains some cool cooking techniques the chefs use to achieve their flavor profiles and textures, so I had to check it out. Unfortunately there were a few big misses that disappointed us. Bread service: the complimentary dips were a nice touch, with herb butter, pistachio/olive oil/vinegar, and a goat cheese mix. The pistachio one in particular had a nuanced flavor that I really liked! However the bread had the texture and taste of a tortilla with slightly more chew. It would be great if the bread was softer and thicker to make the dip experience more enjoyable for me. The mirza ghasemi was delicious. Served inside a large roasted eggplant, the dip had the perfect balance of smokiness with the tomato and eggplant with a kick of spice from the harissa. The kebabs were insanely tender, juicy, and flavorful. 100% the most tender barg kabob and juiciest, most delicious kubideh kabob I've ever had! The duck fesenjoon had a sweet yet sour flavor profile from the stew, with a smattering of pomegranate seeds to boot. I think it was too sweet for me. The duck was fall off the bone tender. The rice looked amazing due to the crispy top, but the crispy bits didn't have any special flavor, and kept getting stuck to my teeth. Would've preferred no crispy part and all normal rice. The apple tart didn't seem like it was fresh since the sides weren't crispy at all, but the crust was the best part due to the interesting type of dough they used. The ice cream was highly floral and fragrant, but not to my liking due to the floral notes. The candied walnuts were incredible though! read more

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Set in the upscale, corporate-feeling Fairfax Square, Joon is a relatively new elevated Persian cuisine collaboration between Michelin‑starred chef Christopher Morgan and cookbook author Najmieh Batmangli. From the exterior, the restaurant is unassuming, found inside one of the square's building (you'll need to find parking elsewhere or utilize their valet service). Inside, rich shades of peacock blue, turquoise, and white, velvet banquettes, floor-to-ceiling windows, and tile‐inset bar counter bring understated elegance. As we had made a reservation for our party of six, we were immediately led to our table at 1pm on a Thursday, where the restaurant was about half-full (mostly with corporate clientele out on a work lunch). The menu is rooted in traditional techniques and global presentation, with a wonderful blend of classic Iranian dishes such as duck fesenjoon and tahdig to more well-known Middle-Eastern fare (think hummus and falafel), with a contemporary flare from fun Middle East-inspired cocktails. There's also plenty of options to meet different dietary needs, ranging from vegan to gluten free to halal. While this is a bit pricier, it's understandable given the corporate setting and high caliber of the chefs. There is also a lunch special that is quite reasonably priced, which comes with your choice of protein, cucumber salad, mast-o musir, and chelow (saffron steamed rice) with tahdig for $20. All of our food came out within twenty minutes of ordering, which was much appreciated as this was a work lunch. Our servers were extremely attentive (perhaps almost too much so - we were checked in on almost every five minutes throughout our meal), walking us through their recommendations on the menu. We began our meal with some appetizers to share: firstly, their Seasonal Vegetable Hummus ($17) with grilled seasonal vegetables, black garlic, feta, herb oil, Persian basil was truly unique and beautifully presented, with a myriad of colors, textures, and fresh taste. It was served with a side of pillowy, luscious pita bread that soaked up the earthy hummus in a lovely way. Their Kashk-e Bademjan ($13) is composed of grilled eggplant, nana dagh, crispy onions - while I didn't love the flavor of this dish (it felt a bit muted in a sense, especially with the mushiness of the eggplant), I did appreciate the textural contrast of the crispy onion, and it was also nice when paired with the pita. Two members of our party shared the Traditional Persian Black Tea Service (32oz for $16), which came with a beautiful tray of an elegant teaset and fun saffron rock candy. They enjoyed the deep flavors of the tea, which paired nicely with the varied appetizers. I opted for their Cauliflower and Shishitos ($19), which came with a generous portion of roasted cauliflower, shishito peppers, cherry tomatoes, green tahini, and pickled pearl onions. You could really taste the freshness of the ingredients, and I appreciated the variety of richness from the tahini and acidity from the pickled onions. However, I did think there was far too much oil pooled at the bottom of the dish, making my last few bites overly greasy. The other five members of my party opted for different variations of the Pre-Fixe Lunch Special - one ordered the kubideh kabob, while another ordered the chicken kabob, and the final two opted for the herb falafel. At $20, this was quite a good deal, as it came with large portions of the selected protein (I heard the kubideh and chicken were quite tender and flavorful), along with a bright cucumber salad, a variety of dips, and a large portion of rice cooked in a stone pot with a crispy exterior. The one thing is that our server attempted to upsell a member of our party to choose the sour cherry rice with tahdig for an additional $8 - while this was certainly stunning with the tart red cherries, she found the dish too tart for her taste, and couldn't take more than a few bites. Overall, we really enjoyed our lunch at Joon - the service was attentive, the atmosphere is serene and upscale, and the food is truly unique and flavorful, with reasonable prices for a work lunch or nice dinner. I'll certainly be back to sample some of their dinner options! read more

Joon - Front to back: Seasonal Vegetable Hummus ($17), Kashk-e Bademjan ($13) - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

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We had a very nice experience at this restaurant overall. The food was excellent, the atmosphere was beautiful, and the restaurant definitely has a high-end, upscale feel. Given the quality and the prices, however, we expected a much higher level of responsibility when an issue occurred. We ordered a mushroom dish that was clearly listed as vegetarian. We had some leftovers and took them home. The next day, when we opened the container, we found an unmistakable piece of chicken bone in the mushroom dish. We did not eat it and threw it away. I contacted the restaurant to let them know what had happened. What was extremely disappointing was that, instead of apologizing or acknowledging that a mistake had been made, I was told that the piece of bone was actually a type of mushroom. I am very familiar with what a mushroom looks like, and I certainly know the difference between a mushroom and a chicken bone. This was clearly a bone. Mistakes can happen, even in a very high-end restaurant. What matters is how the restaurant responds when a mistake is brought to its attention. A simple, sincere apology and acknowledgment would have made a huge difference. Unfortunately, denying what was clearly a piece of chicken bone--and not offering an apology--was unacceptable, especially for a restaurant of this caliber and price level. I hope management takes this feedback seriously. A dish labeled vegetarian should be vegetarian, and when a mistake happens, customers deserve honesty, accountability, and a sincere apology. read more

I had this spaghetti dish with a salad, and it was so delicious and filling! The restaurant itself is absolutely beautiful, and the service is always so delightful. I always enjoy coming here and look forward to my next visit! read more

Joon - F - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

Joon was amazing! This was my first time dining here. I had the pistachio meatballs and the mast-o musir to start. My entrée was the duck fesenjoon, which is a whole duck leg sticking in a bowl of really savory stew. Just to make sure you got your carbs in, all entrees came out with rice tahdig, a dish made of delicious basmati rice compacted and fried on the surface for the nice golden brown crispy experience. The food all tasted generally authentic with an American kick. They make a great espresso martini as well. Had a couple of those. No issues about the atmosphere; it was lively and generally upbeat. The valet parking is complementary/priced at your discretion and they take cards, so that was super convenient, I tossed the guy a $20. Overall would highly recommend, has been one of the most authentic Persian dining experiences I've seen in the DMV, and I would definitely go back! read more

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Bottom line: a few ups/ few downs. Overall, ok. There are some tasty plates but surprisingly this is not the best place for the lactose intolerant, so if you have that allergy, keep that in mind. For the high points, we both thought the grilled octopus was well flavored, and the cauliflower and squash dish was tasty. Finally, the top portion of the whole branzino was extremely fresh and tasty. (I credit it both to good sourcing) The problem is that the flavor was often lost because it was swimming in oil. Plus, to our surprise, the barg kabob (filet mignon) had little taste and was a little cold. Service was polite and tried to be attentive, but for this price point, they really aren't where they should be. (Of course, this is going to be server dependent). Some of the answers to questions did not always line up accurately until pressed to consult with the kitchen. Course change outs of plates and silver wear lagged a couple of times. For the price/ quality, the wine was not bad and the wine list is broad for lots of budgets. All in, we had two starters, the kabobs, the branzino for two, a shared dessert, three glasses of wine, and two non alcoholic cocktails. All in with tax and 20% tip (mostly for the effort), it was about $300. If I thought we would have more choices on our next visit (once again, this is from a lactose allergy standpoint), we might try again, but TBH, this was likely a one and done. But the DC restaurant critic class usually gives Joon high marks, so it might be worth it for you. Maybe the stars just didn't line up for us. read more

Came for the $20 lunch special. The food was tasty and a good deal. They only give 1 kebab rather than 2 but the serving of rice is really big. I liked both the yogurt and salad side options. I paid to upgrade my rice to their award winning fava bean and dill rice but found that I actually preferred my friend's plain tahdig rice. The butter flavor in it was really good. My rice tasted too strong and salty. The restaurant interior was elegant and the server was nice. The food took a little bit to come out. read more

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Stopped by for lunch and they have a wonderful lunch special. For $20, you can choose a protein (beef, chicken, or falafel), cucumber salad or a labneh dip, and a bed of rice. It was super filling and delicious. We even had leftovers to bring home. Our waiter was attentive (it was also not at a peak hour so may be different when busy). I would love to come back to try more of their menu. Parking can be a bit of a hassle as its part of the patsy's parking lot, but I did see some valet parking available. We also made a reservation, but it didn't seem too busy during they day where you would absolutely have to. Looked like a great atmosphere for a business lunch/dinner read more

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Amazing place to eat at! The decor here is stunning yet not overdoing it. Our waiter was extremely friendly, provided us with multiple recommendations, and even offered to pack up our food for us! The complimentary flatbread and assortment of "dips" was a nice addition to have at the beginning of our meal. My favorite item here was definitely the Braised Lamb Shoulder Hummus. The lamb was cooked perfectly, and the hummus complimented it well! Everything was super flavorful! I also ordered the Chicken Kabob, and while I liked the meat, I did feel like there was a bit too much rice. I wish the proportions matched, but ordering Toum on the side made it a little better. Will definitely be back! read more

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Joon has been my favorite for a while and this week they shined again. 1. Tea This is one of very few places where you can get some good tea. 2. Food - good I tried lamb and hummus and my friend got the duck. Food was good 3. Service: fast, nice, professional and truly accommodating. I can't say higher praise It is not too crowded Tue-Thu if you want quieter moment. Located next to Tiffany's and all my favorite furniture stores is definitely a plus. read more

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Wonderful place to take guests and business meetings. It is quiet and the staff is very friendly. The kebabs are very juicy and flavorful. Their rice is unique and tasty. Definitely a place to eat. read more

Overpriced low quality food and service! the food is realy bad! their Barg was so salty , it was very soft but anything soaked into that much of salt would be been soft and melt in your mouth! the safran ice cream tasted like they bought off the shelf vanila ice cream and mixed it with safran rather than making it from scracht! waitresses are horrible , and my god the prices for the shitty food you get is unbeilvable ! also their menu during the day is so limited and bad that it doesn worth visit at all. Update: The audacity of the manager's response is unbelievable. Instead of taking a legitimate criticism to heart, he chose to dismiss the experience entirely by hiding behind what "the overwhelming majority" of guests supposedly think. That says a lot more about the restaurant's attitude toward criticism than it does about my experience. And let's be honest: most of your guests aren't Iranian and may not have the cultural or culinary background to meaningfully compare what you're serving to genuinely good Persian food. A high number of satisfied customers doesn't automatically make the food authentic or good. Listening to criticism instead of being defensive would have been a much better look. read more

I recently went here for a late Sunday brunch with a friend. Despite not having a reservation, we were able to get seats immediately. The decor is mostly understated with some Persian tilework and art. We received great service throughout our meal, ordering and receiving our food quickly. My friend and I shared the following dishes ordering a la carte (there's also a $55 all-you-can-eat brunch option): Do Piazeh Aloo: A delicious dish! The potatoes were perfectly cooked, the onions provided great crunch, the Aleppo pepper added great heat, and there was a good amount of toum. Spinach and Feta Omelet: The eggs were perfectly cooked, tons of fresh herbs and greens, and a good amount of creamy goat cheese. A good if non-distinctive vegetarian dish. Chicken Kabob: A good dish and a great portion size. We upgraded the tahdig to fava bean and dill rice, which was worth it. The rice was perfectly cooked, the tahdig was appropriately crispy and crunchy, and the fava beans and dill added great flavor and freshness. I also liked the lime, onions, and mint that came with the chicken kabob, which enhanced the flavor and balanced the heaviness of the rice and chicken. The chicken was well-cooked, extremely flavorful, and already taken off the skewer; however, it was quite salty. I would highly recommend Joon for your next birthday or other special occasion! read more

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This was my first time at Joon, and I came to celebrate my boyfriend's birthday with their weekend brunch. We both went for the unlimited brunch at $55 per person and honestly, it was so worth it. The portions were generous enough that we felt satisfied without feeling overwhelmed. I kept it simple with the pomegranate fizz, while my boyfriend explored a bit more, he tried the Mehjoon and had two of the Tehrooni Negronis (their unique take on a classic). Each drink had its own flair, and we were impressed with the creativity behind them. The space itself is beautiful filled with a great vibe. The staff was attentive and kind, which made the experience even better. We left full and happy, already talking about coming back again, this time for dinner. They have complimentary valet, but if you don't wish for that they have extra parking around Patsy. read more

Joon - French Toast - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

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We had a great time today at Joon. We got together for a friend's dinner and the food was on point. The complimentary green butter looked fancy but was ok. Appreciated the aesthetically pleasing look of It but it did not taste remarkable. The rest of the food, however was delicious. We ordered the joon kabob platter which included the chicken kabobs, beef koobideh and the lamb steak medium well. Everything was tender and juicy and even people that did not eat beef or lamb appreciated it. The hummus was delicious especially because of the pomegranate molasses, feta, pepper and olives they added to it. Whoever came up with that combo, nailed it! We wiped it clean with the complimentary lavash bread. Even the cauliflower we got as an app was delicious so if you are a vegetarian, they have great options for you. I did not taste the falafel but the sabzi pulao (rice with herbs) was yummy. I got the mango ginger mocktail and it was a refreshing little drinky drink with my meal. The overall experience would have been a 10 outta 10 if it wasn't for the ridiculous fact that they charge $6 each for serving cake that we brought for our friend's birthday. And that too, in this economy, yikes! Plz do better! Otherwise our dinner was yummo and i'd be back for another special occasion. read more

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My mom took me here for my birthday dinner. I like the interior-it's elevated and elegant. They do not give anything extra for bday (just fyi). The staff is very sweet and kind. We got the $50 prix fixe menu: - season vegetable hummus - lamb and pistachio meatballs - chicken kabob - kubideh kabob - chelow rice (preferred this one) - cherry rice -saffron rose water ice cream -Persian love cake All in all very tasty! I got the pistachio martini and mom got the mango and ginger spritz! Would definitely come back! read more

I've visited Joon with my friend and enjoyed their lunch menu chicken kabob. It was very delicious and server did very well as well. My friend and I could enjoy conversation as well. Will recommend this restaurant to friends and family. read more

I came here to get takeout since I was in the area. Last time I recall, I liked the Persian love cake but this time it was very different. It still had its base cake familiarity - dense and fragrant, but the toppings are very different. However, the toppings were different with raspberry instead. It was still good--just different. I also got the lamb shoulder pave which was a relatively large block of beef--well cooked and tender. Not the prettiest dish, but certainly filling! read more

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I would probably say it's a 4.5, but I feel very comfortable rounding up! We arrived for a late reservation, but they were very kind and accommodating, and this is the only place for the half star removal where we sat felt like an afterthought position. So there was seating in the bar That wasn't as vibrant or as boisterous as other areas of the restaurant, and I didn't really wanna sit there, because I think it changed the vibe of the evening, but that's my only complaint. The cucumber and pomegranate salad was outstanding, the Bronzino was phenomenal, and honestly probably no need to get the fancy rice, because the saffron rice was amazing! A nice glass of cava, and a server who was readily available for all things made for a perfect evening! Highly recommend, and will certainly be back! read more

Joon - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

We arrived at 6 pm for dinner and the place was near empty. We ordered appetizers and dinner and were disappointed with the cuisine. We ordered ghormeh sabzi that was nothing like persian food - the taste was mediocre at best and the tahdig rice was not crispy. The service was fine but the food was way too price. We will not go back any time soon. read more

Everything was exceptional! Service, ambiance, and most of all food. My favorite was the filet mignon kebab--so tender! Can't wait to go back. read more

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I really liked everything I tried here. It was such a great experience. The food was very flavorful and every bite was so interesting and delicious. The drinks were so unique and good too! I loved my pistachio drink. It was creamy and had a distinct pistachio flavor. The desserts were good too! I was way too full by the end of the meal, but they still tasted delicious. All the appetizers were my favorite part of the meal! I would go back and I recommend this spot. read more

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First came here a couple years ago for a Yelp event and once one of my friends said they were offering bottomless food brunch, I knew I had to return! We came for brunch on Sunday and it was amazing. They have lots of different options, so we let our waiter take the reins and order for us. The portions are still huge and they don't let you take leftover food to go (bring your own Tupperware lol) so be mindful when ordering. The French toast is legit so good and that's coming from someone who doesn't generally like French toast. Definitely get the crispy rice and the kabobs! The iced coffee was delicious and really pretty but also $10 so beware. read more

Joon - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

The food was amazing, we had the unlimited small plates. Was bombarded with loads of food and couldn't finish it. The service was great as the server explained each dish and the best way to eat. Attempted to have him join us as there was too much food. read more

The food: I ordered the unlimited brunch and everything was very good, but not really much better than many of the other outstanding Lebanese restaurants in the area. My favorite dish was the fried shrimp. For something on the sweet side, the french toast was very good, although it did come out a little undercooked. Atmosphere: The bar area is very pretty. The main dining are is nice, but nothing spectacular. Service: Service was excellent! Price: Way overpriced! I feel kind of like I was tricked. The font they use on their online and print menus makes it very hard to read the price of the unlimited brunch. I was certain it was $30 per person, but it turns out that the "3" is really a "5" and it's $50 per person. And if that wasn't bad enough, they charge $6 for an iced tea and they don't offer free refills. read more

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We visited Joon to celebrate my friend's birthday which was noted on the reservation. We arrived early so decided to grab a drink at the bar since it was still happy hour. We were disappointed in the light pour for our drinks both glasses were half full (cocktails and wine are $5 off). When I got the bill we were charged full prince when I said something to bartender he said we weren't there before 6pm. He adjusted the bill even though I could tell he didn't want to and then I went to find my friend. To my shock she was seated squeezed in at a tiny table for two by the cold front window. Not exactly the ambiance you want for your birthday (cold, technically in the lobby and crowded). I asked the hostess to move us to the main dining area as we wanted something with more of a vibe and I noted I had been there before, she said sure and then sat us in an equally terrible table in an isolated back room that looked like it was originally an additional bar area. The table was so tiny that we had a hard time with the small plates all night. Additionally, I had to tuck my coat behind me on my chair and balance my bag on the table and pray it didn't fall with the balancing of the plates. There was no vibe and no ambiance, I even said this is no better when she took us to the table but they still sat us there. When we walked past other tables there were parties of two seated at larger tables in the main dining area. Our server was great he knew the menu well and offered good suggestions everything was great minus the eggplant it had a sour taste/small that made it impossible to enjoy. The kebab was great but I actually didn't care for the way the saffron rice was prepared it was really dry. We went with the apple dish for dessert and they brought it out with a candle for my friend's birthday. We ordered the same cocktails with our dinner and noticed a much more generous pour since it wasn't happy hour which I found ironic. This was my second time at Joon and the dinner experience was much different than brunch. They offer complimentary valet. read more

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Food was wonderful, but the service and logistics were a bit of a mess. While our main server was great, everyone else seemed like they'd never had any training. Runners and bussers placed food on the (too small) table, dropped it without regard to whom it was for, and reached over people to place dishes. Kabob entrees came on ridiculously small plates to eat on, leaving no room for any of the huge plates of rice that came with the meals. And entrees arrived barely 5 minutes after the soup was dropped on the table, not even in front of the person who ordered it. The meal felt rushed and hectic in an already noisy room (so many hard surfaces for sound to bounce off of). The food was wonderful, so maybe we'll just go with take out next time. Otherwise I won't be recommending this to anyone. (I shared the same review on Google Maps.) read more

Beautiful location! Wonderfully decorated. Very good Persian food. Very attentive waitstaff read more

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Joon was recently included in the NYTimes Top 50 Favorite Restaurants in the US, and it is well deserved. We had the opportunity to visit on a Tuesday when they have 3-course pre-fixe dinners, and it was perfect for our group of 4. Pretty reasonable for $50 especially given how much food you get. The portions are generous. The restaurant is gorgeous. Cocktails are divine. The service was next level. Would highly recommend for a date night or a night out with friends! read more

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3.5 stars for an inconsistent experience. I am feeling bad for not giving Joon 4 stars because they really tried, but 4 stars to me means that pretty much everything was solid to great in an experience but not across the board outstanding enough to warrant five stars. There is a lot to enjoy about Joon, so I want to say at the outset that I would *still recommend it* if you're looking for fairly upscale Middle Eastern food in a very well-designed space that certainly helps to curate the experience. You just may need to embrace a bit of chaos or confusion in the process, which will likely include more hummus than you'll ever know what to do with. We had a 7:30pm reservation at Joon for a party of four on a Tuesday night. The space itself is quite large and when we walked in it initially seemed like we were the only people there. As it turns out, there are a few different rooms, so all of the diners were somewhat hidden in the back. It still wasn't all that busy, perhaps because of the weather and the time of week. I tend to feel trepidatious when a restaurant is relatively empty at primetime, but I had to remind myself that I am coming from the NYC dining scene which is a different beast altogether. It did mean that the service was extremely speedy, which is not always needed but always appreciated! Drink-wise, I started with the Tehrooni Negroni (Gin, Blanc Vermouth, Bergamot Orange Liqueur, Genepy, Saffron Ice, Mint & Basil), because there are few drinks I love more in the summer than a white negroni. This one was not your typical white negroni, mainly because of the fruity and fragrant ice sphere it features. The drink overall was good, though I do think the bright flavors of the ice took away a bit from the softer, more floral/aromatic notes of the liqueurs featured in the drink. But still, it was a very beautiful cocktail and even if a bit overcomplicated, the flavors were solid. Food-wise, I would urge you to under-order if you get any of the mains that come with rice. I would also urge you not to order a special hummus unless you are absolutely sure you want the veggies or the lamb or whatever is featured, because you will also likely be gifted some hummus from the kitchen, and there is quite a lot of it. I will also say that they give you this sort of pita-injera under a pile of napkins that you need to rip in a way that gets a little unwieldy, and they also may drop a series of spreads on the table prior to bringing what you've ordered, yet neglect to tell you what they are. As I'm writing all of this it occurs to me that I am finding fault with the logistics behind the complimentary items and I should not complain about anything that's free, but it got confusing and ultimately wasteful, because there was no way we were finishing everything. In any case, I should say that the food here is pretty solid, most of it very well seasoned albeit fairly oily in some cases. The menu has great diversity and tons of options for the conservative and adventurous alike. Eats, below: Seasonal Vegetable Hummus (grilled seasonal vegetables, black garlic, feta, herb oil, Persian basil): B+ As I mentioned, we did not really need this because they brought two massive dishes of hummus out in addition. That said, I did prefer this one, though we all hoped that there would have been more veggies than just a few on top. Persian Cucumber Salad w/ pomegranate seeds, pistachios, feta, goat cheese, spring onion, golpar, mint, lime: A- A little too oily but the flavors were there. I love cucumber salad and eat some variation of it several times a week, and this one gave me some good inspo. The combo of ingredients was delicious and intuitive, and nice to have something fresh and relatively light. Grilled Rockfish w/ sour orange and parsley beurre blanc, smoked trout roe, hakurei turnips, pickled pearl onions, fava bean and dill rice with tahdig: A- The fish itself was delicious. The flavors were there and it was presented beautifully, but again it was perhaps a bit heavy-handed on the sauce/oil. Still would absolutely recommend this as your main if you're a seafood person, because there's a lot to enjoy here. Just know that the portion of dill rice is hefty, so if you prefer saffron rice (which is prepared the same way but fairly plain), you should request a substitution. We also ordered the Kubideh Kabob (ground beef tenderloin, sumac onions, grilled tomato, chelow (saffron steamed rice) with tahdig), mainly because my partner wanted to supplement what we had with meat. I didn't try it because I don't typically like red meat and this didn't look particularly appetizing, confirmed by my partner. He ate it but felt it was meh. The onions were yummy though. The saffron rice on its own was a bit bland, but luckily you will likely have plenty of excess sauce/oil to provide some flavor. The rice also travels well relative to the hummus, so if you find yourself overwhelmed by the quantity, get some takeaway containers. read more

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A lovely space to catch up or celebrate with friends or family. The Joon iced coffee was strong and good. The chicken kabob dish was reasonably portioned. My guest ordered the lamb hash, which was flavorful and I'd order it next time. I don't typically like sour cherry in desserts, but the sour cherry brought out a nice refreshing contrast to the vanilla (?) ice cream. Persian love cake was beautifully presented, though a bit dense for my preference, so I'd likely try something else next time. Our server Tristan provided excellent service, and checked in at the perfect times. read more

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It's been a while since I've written a Yelp review, but Joon is the place where I want to end this break. To begin it first got on my radar when I watched the episode about Chef Chris Morgan on the Eater YouTube channel. I was immediately intrigued, particularly about the rice based sides that are all individually cooked. I constantly badgered my wife for us to come try it which was hard because we were dealing with her being in the hospital and then a newborn baby. It also didn't help that we needed to be on more of a budget and it is a $$$-sign type of place When we were finally able to get someone to watch our baby we went out to try to make the lunch menu time since the prix-fix meal is affordable. We made the lunch menu time and was able to order right at 3:30 pm EST. Initial thoughts, not a lot of people at the time but great ambiance/decor. I ended up getting the kubideh and she got the chicken one. I also sprung for the $8 extra for the sour cherry rice which was absolutely worth it. My wife was jealous she went with the standard rice that came with it. We also ended up getting an eggplant based appetizer that was really good on the sort of happy hour menu. Additionally I ended up getting a Tequila happy hour drink. The service was excellent. When the food came once we saw it my wife was like I see why you wanted to try Joon ;) read more

My husband, son, and I returned for a delightful Friday night dinner, with reservations set for 5:45 PM. We were seated in the back area of the restaurant and were pleasantly surprised by its spaciousness. Our server, Nadine, was both polite and friendly. We kicked off our meal with lamb and pistachio meatballs, accompanied by a bread garnish. They were tender and absolutely delicious! We ordered two iced teas, which were quite aromatic, along with a Diet Coke. The drinks came in slim 8 oz glasses, filled to the brim with ice, and were gone in just a couple of sips. My husband chose the barg and kubideh combo with Tadiq. The ground beef sits on top of the steak in one large skewer. While the rice was tasty, the ground beef was mushy and undercooked (probably because it didn't cook through) which left him feeling unwell and with an unpleasant aftertaste. My son and I both opted for lamb shoulder dishes. My son's was fantastic, but when I cut into mine, I found it was mostly fat , over 70% with very little meat to enjoy. We sent it back, and the manager came over to sincerely apologize and promised to prepare a new portion quickly. Unfortunately, this meant I had to wait an extra 20 minutes while everyone else finished their meals. When the replacement finally arrived, it was acceptable, but no one followed up to check on us. It may seem picky, but waiting for my meal after seeing all that fat was quite frustrating. We ended our meal with blueberry pavlova for dessert, which was, as always, delightful! When the bill arrived, we were shocked to see a $6 charge for each drink, with no refills included! We ended up paying over $50 just for iced tea and Diet Coke, which felt outrageous. This wasn't mentioned anywhere, and the tiny glasses filled with ice for that price felt like a rip-off. Our total for two people came to $260, including tax and tip. It's not about the money; we wouldn't dine out if we couldn't afford it. It's more about the principle of how the restaurant treats its guests. The drink was honestly worth less than a small 10 oz mini can, and that's what made it frustrating. read more

Joon - Lamb Shoulder pave. The Diet Coke is in the photo. It's hard to tell but it is slightly taller than the tea light candle - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

Very great date spot. Went recently and sat by bar for dinner. We missed their happy hour which is daily but the food was excellent! We shared the lamb meatballs and the giant huge fish with pistachios and some berries and herbs served with crispy rice! They deboned the fish for us and it one of the most flavorful things I've had in a long time! The restaurant was great with swapping the rice out for the dill one we wanted to try. The bread they serve at the beginning is also so good and thin! We appreciate that it's not super thick like some places. Only wish is they had the delicious green zoug sauce to eat with everything. It's our favorite Persian sauce. Def will be back to try some other things again soon! read more

We had planned to go to a French restaurant for my birthday. But while out with friends a few nights beforehand, they mentioned having eaten at Joon and that the food was great. I love Persian cuisine and immediately was interested. So McDreamy surprised me with a reservation. I'm not sure where to start. The atmosphere was simultaneously elegant and relaxed. Many families were seated but so were many couples, like us. The waitstaff were exceptionally welcoming and attentive but also gave us plenty of time to just enjoy the experience and one another's company. The noise level was held to an ambient hum of voices. The food was off the charts delicious. Again, I love Persian cuisine so I went in ready to like it. But Joon took it to another level. We enjoyed the standard dips and such to start. But then tried the makaroni, which can only be described as somewhat like an upscale, homemade beefaroni. It was unique and yummy. We shared a kabob platter with tomatoes and crispy rice and made sure to take home what we could not enjoy at the table. Then for dessert, we shared a piece of love cake that was slightly sweet and a perfect way to end the meal. If you are interested in trying Persian food, I highly recommend Joon. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience. Happy birthday to me! read more

My husband and I came for date night and everything was so good! The place itself is beautiful and got pretty packed while we were there. The service was great, everything was explained to us and everyone was so friendly. My husband and I split the pistachio soup, I was so amazing and creamy. I've never had anything like it. I had the Barg Kabob, the meat was so tender. The portions were bigger than I thought but we also had to get a dessert. We got the apple tarte tartin and it was divine. Highly recommend coming! We will be back for sure. read more

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