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    Kabob Palace

    4.0 (2.3k reviews)
    ModerateAfghan, Halal, Pakistani
    Open Open 24 hours
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    KABOB PALACE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Open all night!
    Bryan D.

    Stop the best in the DMV - by FAR. No one clones close to their chick peas. Open late. One downside: prices have gone through the roof. $21 for a kabob plate is rough. We used to go weekly, now maybe once a month.

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    Varun S.

    One of the best spots for kebabs and karahi. We ordered the goat karahi and chicken kebab. There wasn't much waiting, and even though the restaurant isn't too fancy, the food was prepared pretty quickly. Both dishes were delicious and full of flavor. Definitely a great place if you're looking for good, authentic food without the frills.

    Rebia B.

    Been coming here since I was little with my dad and the food is always 10/10! The guys that work behind the counter are pumping out the food for everyone and have a hard exterior but they're truly softies if you just ask for what you need! The decor is rustic but is crowded and could definitely be updated but I'm not coming there for a fancy night out. I'm coming for the grilled chicken and naan!

    Boneless chicken with salad, rice, and okra
    David H.

    Review for delivery only. I hadn't had Kabob Palace in several years but it was as good as ever. There was a large portion of lean perfectly cooked boneless chicken accompanied by a large fresh salad, chick peas and a large fresh piece of naan. I was hungry and it was still plenty of food for leftovers. This place has been around forever for a reason and I'll be back here again sometime.

    Boneless Chicken Kabob
    Quinney H.

    Kabob Palace is a national treasure! I lived in DC for 6 years from 2015-2021, and I would come here often. The chickpeas are simply divine (and well-seasoned). The chicken kabobs are smokey and succulent. Even the salad was always crisp and packed with flavor. Nom nom. In addition to the food, the service was always top notch and the restaurant is oozing with character, from the stickers covering the walls to the rich diversity of patrons you'd find in line at the restaurant.

    Ryan B.

    I'm surprised this doesn't have higher reviews. My dinner was some of the best middle Eastern food I've ever had The chicken was perfectly cooked and slightly spicy. Everything was delicious I was skeptical at first but this place will certainly be added to the rotation. It's a crystal city gem

    Boneless Chicken Kabob
    Jada H.

    Our family loves Kabob Palace so much. We discovered this 24 hour place during the isolation period and we've gone at least every other week since then. The place is usually pretty busy during dinner hours. The chicken and beef kabob always taste very tender and juicy. The chick peas have a little spice to them. The spinach is flavored very well. Inside dining is an option but the parking lot is a little tight. Recommend visiting!

    Beef and chicken special combo
    YuJun L.

    This place really hits the spot. Place was packed on Friday night at 10:30 and food took a while to get to us. We got a boneless chicken plate and a beef and boneless chicken plate. The boneless chicken I have to say is so juicy. Usually when you grill chicken it starts drying out, but none of the pieces even the next day after microwaving felt dry. Really impressive. The lentils over rice and naan felt like carb overload but it was really good. Portion size is pretty big. In hindsight my wife and I should have just got one plate to share. Also love that it's really close to Avis rental

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    Jon T.

    This place is 24/7 and it's known by locals as a staple for food that you can get late night. Walking in, there is a lot going on but don't let it intimidate you. There is a menu that you can glance over to order food. If you like dishes ranging from kabobs to biriyani or curry based dishes, this is a place for you. I got the palace combo 2 which came with kubideh and boneless chicken served with basmati rice and naan. You also get two sides and they scoop a lot for you too! I got chick peas and mixed vegetables. For the price you pay, this is definitely enough to feed two people for it's worth. The food may not look appetizing but it's quick, late night food doesn't discriminate here. If it tastes good, thats all that matters to me. Fortunately it delivers and I can see why it's still a place to go to after so many decades later.

    Mango lassi
    RIZA L.

    We had the kabob plate that cane with the meat, rice, pita bread, salad and another dish that was green and a bit spicy. Both meats were tender and well seasoned and were really good. The pita bread was huge and warm when it came out. Mango lasi was less creamy then what i would expect but was rich in mango taste. The place was small and had a few tables. Its not a fancy place but you go for the food. So you order at the counter, chose your food and you wait as they prepare it.

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    Tasnia H.

    Food quality: traditional Bengali style cuisine, large portions Inside: tons of tables, well lit. Can easily bring yourself or multiple people to eat Price: in comparison to nyc/queens, food is on the pricier side but that's a given with nova area

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    Do they have buffet?

    They do not have a buffet. There is an order line and you pick your food when it's ready

    Do they have a kids menu?

    I haven't seen one, but they're very friendly, I'm sure they can accommodate you if you ask for smaller portions

    Do they have any gluten free options?

    There are some! There is a chickpea thing that is tasty and this spinach/potato thing that is yummy!

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    About a 2-2.5: I was excited to check out Charga, as this seems to be a popular spot with the…read morelocals to get their various styles of chicken, momos, and curries. We came here for an early lunch, and we ordered: +a samosa - served with a small cup of chutney +the Chicken Steamed Momos - filled with ground chicken; these were just okay, as it was ginger-forward; seemed to have been slightly oversteamed, and the skins easily ripped +a 1/4 Chicken with 2 Sides - went for the Charga style, all-white meat (this also included the neck, which was a little weird); opted for the chickpeas and the plantains; the chicken was overcooked and super dried out, which made it inedible; the chickpeas were okay, and the plantains were the only enjoyable part of this combo meal +the Boneless Chicken Tikka Kabob Meal - served on top of rice with a side of salad, chickpeas, and a large naan; the kabob was okay, slightly less dry than the quarter chicken; had an off taste to it +and, a Butter Chicken - served with rice and a large naan; this was more tangy and more tikka masala-like; it was thick, creamy, and still enjoyable! The naan was soft and fluffy, and a great complement to the curry Staff and service was friendly; we did request our orders to be free from coriander and cilantro, but items still came topped with the herb; we were able to pick it off, somewhat. There seems to be a constant flow of patrons picking up catering and to-go orders, as well as some deliveries. Providing to-go containers and a brown bag was generous. Parking is available in the small shared strip plaza lot. +Butter Chicken +avoid the Charga chicken +inaccurate orders +parking available

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    Only Moroccan place I have found in the DMV. If there are others, please let me know…read more Chicken Bastilla: First time trying it, a savory chicken pastry with powdered sugar, it wasn't really for me, but the phyllo was well done. Lamb Tagine: Tasted pretty good, Lamb Shank could have been a little more tender, sauce and prunes were good. I wish i had gotten Lamb Cous Cous instead. My meal came with Moroccan bread, which is good, but Cous Cous is better. Kefta Tagine: Savory, delicious, more familiar tasting. My friend crushed it. Service: Owner is very friendly and made the experience much better. Ambiance: Crowded, cool decoration, felt like it was catered towards the ethnic community, which is what I want! Overall impression: First time i've had Moroccan in years. Appreciate it while it's here. Not every city has a Moroccan place. It's unique and different from other Mediterranean. It's a 4.5, not the best I've had but pretty darn good.

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