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    Maman Joon Kitchen

    4.3 (132 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Joojeh kabob, rice, lamb shank

    We used Maman Joon in McLean, VA for catering for our wedding, and I honestly cannot say enough positive things about our experience. We ordered Joojeh Kabob, Koobideh, and Lamb Shank. There are several reasons why I would choose this restaurant again for my wedding: 1. Food quality was amazing. Both our Iranian and American guests raved about the food, saying it was the best food they have had at a wedding. The meat was tender and juicy and the rice was delicious without being oily, which is very hard to do. Our guests went for seconds and thirds and majority of the food was finished even though we ordered extra! Even my mom, who is a very harsh judge of Persian food, loved it. 2. Service was excellent. Wedding planning is a really stressful process, so choosing a caterer is really important. Coordination with Mr. Sanaei was very smooth. He gave us his personal phone number and texted us everything we needed within hours (including COI and business license). The business is very organized. The delivery was on-time, and all the food arrived well-packed. 3. Most importantly, the staff at the actual restaurant is just really kind. I initially just went for a meal and after being treated with such kindness, I decided to use them for catering. Honestly, I get a feeling that the staff are more like my cousins. The ability to run an efficient and organized business, while still giving us a homy/comforting feeling is what makes this Maman Joon so special! 4. Price is great! I got a quote from several Persian restaurants in the DMV area (and even other Maman Joon branches) and this was lower for the exact same meals. Overall, I highly recommend Maman Joon at McLean as both a restaurant and catering!

    I had one of my best food experience there. I had their Fesenjan stew and my wife got ghorme Sabzi stew, it was amazing and it was our first time trying Persian stews. Definitely come back to try more food!

    Soltani ( 1 skewer of Koobideh and 1 skewer of Barg) Ghormeh Sabzi (Beef) Gheymeh Bademjan (Beef)

    Amazing and fresh food and ! 10/10 experience dining in with them Very good service and very kind owner and staff

    The chicken kabob is consistently undercooked. Please see the attached photo and always ask for meat to be cooked well done.

    Beef kabob platter
    Mark W.

    Absolutely the freshest cooked food around.. great customer service and the employees keep the restaurant very clean.. thank you

    I ate before taking this picture and as you can see, still have a lot of food leftover. Great portion size!!
    Sahar R.

    After a work shift, I wanted something that was healthy but fast and this place did not disappoint! Made a call-in order for their Saturday Sultani special and side of an appetizer. Sultani: / stars. A little on the salt by side but very edible, soft, delicious. This meat is expensive (~$40+) so I was over the moon to learn it was only $20.99 here! Portion size is incredible. I swapped my rice for full Persian salad and they were happy to do this at no extra charge! Appetizer: came with fresh bread. Chefs kiss! Workers were fun to chat with as I was waiting for the food. Great people, clean store, and nice all around vibes.

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    Love their food and hospitality . They are kind and great customer service, I recommend this place to everyone.

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    Great service, friendly people, world class food. The menu has everything you could hope for and more. They do not miss.

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    Amazing customer service and their food is very amazing I highly recommend this service

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    We had the chicken kabab plates. Highly recommend. It was quick and delicious. Carry out.

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    Food was hot and fresh. Service was good. Didn't wait long. It's just located in the cut in McClean. Overall good meal.

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    Great food, incredible array milk shakes, ample and delicious portions. Burgers are excellent - so are the kabobs.

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    Don't spend money on branding yourself other than improving food flavor. It not a high stars review restaurant

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    Joon

    4.3
    (622 reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$$
    Private events
    Large group friendly

    Fantastic service, cute little elegant ambience, loved the velvet upholstery and interior decor…read more Complimentary valet was deff a plus. Came here with a friend for my bday brunch. They brought out complimentary little cakes with candles, super cute. We did the a la carte entree option, I ordered lamb potato hash which was delish. Deff would come back! Pro tip: If you're using Waze, it may not take you right to the restaurant entrance! I ended up driving right past it and looped around just to be able to find it.

    Retail parking on the other side of Tiffany's. No patio today but they seated us next to the window…read moreand it was nice and bright. Not too many diners on a Sunday during lunch time, surprisingly. Quick and attentive service, and the food came out in good time. The coffee was really good - loved the cinnamon and cardamom and I substituted oat milk. Would try to get it a little less sweet next time but overall good. French toast was different but really good. I didn't like the whipped (cheese? Cream?) that much--too lemony for me. But the toast was yummy. Texture is different but good. Very moist. Liked the nuts. The lamb and potatoes were really good. Great flavor. Big portions. Lamb was super tender and juicy. Potatoes soft and well seasoned. I got a side of toum and it was sooooo garlicky but great. Overall really liked it and would recommend.

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    Halal Bowl

    4.7
    (15 reviews)
    2.7 mi

    New halal spots pique my curiosity, unlike the average restaurant. It's almost impossible for them…read moreto be both overpriced and bad. At worst, it is one of the two (with exceptions). This establishment seems to be Egyptian owned, as the walls claim that Egyptians created bread, cupcakes and falafel. The service was fine, though the tables could have been cleaner. I appreciate that they allow you to substitute some of the rice portion for lettuce/spring mix although the spring mix was wet. They also offered both spicy and regular options for rice and chicken. I got spicy rice with spicy chicken, and for my toppings I got Mediterranean salad, hummus, and tzaziki. I didn't realize you could also get white sauce, green sauce, etc, so I probably wouldn't get tzaziki and get olives or something else next time. The chicken and rice combo was a bit overly spicy for me and upset my stomach slightly. I'd probably get regular for both the next time. I also got tiramisu which they recommended over all the other "cupcakes" which they claim (via the wall) is Egyptian. The tiramisu was surprisingly good. There was soft music that seems Arabic-speaking. They have fountain drinks as well as bottled beverages. They also include a service charge - it was like $0.42 for me. I don't regret stopping by, but I wish my stomach was more settled. I just came from a restorative yoga class and I was thoroughly at peace.

    GO HERE. I've been charging near here for a while now and we've always gone to the other…read morerestaurants nearby. But, I've always made a comment about wanted to try this place. Well, this time we actually tried it. I'm a simple caveman - we've got a bowl with basmati rice, chicken AND lamb/beef gyro, tahini, and hummus. Hits the damn spot. Fountain drinks, combo options, cups for water, and bottled drinks. You go down the line, say what you want (like every fast casual these days), and end up at the register. Fast operation. Plenty of seating indoors.

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    Cafe Levantine

    Cafe Levantine

    4.6
    (69 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    Did a phone order before my lunch at work and had a very positive experience. Service is incredible…read moreand they're very on top of your order. I had their Lebneh sandwich which was delicious but pretty light. Not ideal if you're really really hungry. Their matcha was ok. I added simple syrup but I wasn't impressed. The restaurant had limited street parking but it's a cute cafe aesthetic. I do agree with other reviewers, their menu items are pricey.

    Really nice coffee & sandwiches here, I got the cardomom latte and it's one of the best in the area…read moreso far. The sandwiches are pretty big you can probably share one between two people especially if you want to get a dessert. Beef egg & cheese sandwich - my husband got this one and it's a nice breakfast sandwich it has really nice spices in it which make it different from other breakfast sandwich places. Kafta sandwich - this was perfect for lunch the flavors are really amazing. The baked desserts were hit or miss I'll come back to try some more. I wasn't the biggest fan of the flour used. It was pretty busy on the weekend, but we still managed to find parking and a table. People work on their laptops there so the turn over is slower. The inside is a bit cramped, I did have a little anxiety because there's really no space between you and the person next to you and there's just a small path to walk around. Parking is around back of the building, it has signs up that it's parking for that building only. I'll definitely be back when I'm in the area.

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    Bawadi Mediterranean Grill

    Bawadi Mediterranean Grill

    4.2
    (545 reviews)
    4.6 mi
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    While I am not Muslim, I went to experience the buffet at Iftar, the meal following a day of…read morefasting during Ramadan. The food was varied , substantial and terrific. We were welcomed warmly and received caring attention from all the staff. And we benefited from a truly multicultural experience. We look forward to returning often.

    A friend living in the area had this on his bookmarks but lived a bit out, so my visit served as…read morethe catalyst to try out this establishment's $30 lunch buffet. I first tried the assorted kebabs. Unfortunately, the chicken had dried out and the kofta felt too crumbly. The chicken rice dish had quite aromatic rice but underseasoned chicken; seasoned rice alone can't substitute bland chicken drumsticks. The lamb rice dish had both aromatic rice and juicy, well seasoned lamb. I ended up combining the lamb pieces with the chicken rice. Out of curiosity, I tried a piece of their fried chicken. It proved juicy and not too oily. It would do well as a standalone appetizer in most restaurants. I also tried something that looked like lasagna, but without tomato. It tasted, to my uncultured palate, like a lasagna with some sort of cream or bechamel-like sauce. I quite enjoyed it. For dessert, my friend convinced me to try what I had initially passed over as oatmeal or tapioca pudding. The Omi Ali proved quite delectable, like a cross between bread pudding and oatmeal but with more nuanced spices and sweetness. I added it to my short list of desserts I enjoy, since I don't have much of a sweet tooth. Overall, I appreciated the breath and variety. Some hits and misses are to be expected at a homely, ethnic neighborhood style buffet.

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    Dolan Uyghur Restaurant

    Dolan Uyghur Restaurant

    4.4
    (94 reviews)
    3.7 mi
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    This was my family's second visit to Dolan and it has been superb both times…read more We had dinner at Dolan last night because I wanted to sit outside in the gorgeous weather. We arrived at the tail end of their Iftar buffet and the restaurant was pretty full, but the manager (owner perhaps?) was so gracious and accommodating. Nobody else was sitting outside but he had the server set up a table for us within a few minutes. We ordered a sort of deep fried cheese stick wrapped in phyllo dough (can't remember the name!) which comes with a yogurt and dill dipping sauce - excellent! We also had the goshnan, a traditional meat pie with lamb and beef. The pastry was flaky and buttery and the mixture of meat and spices were very delicious. My son and I shared a chicken pide - a flatbread with cheese and chicken - also spiced to perfection. My husband ordered the rock pot soup with noodles and beef (you can also order it with seafood). He said it was very good. Our server was a sweetheart - patient with our questions and attentive even though he had to run in and out of the restaurant. The outside seating is nice because it's set back a bit from the street so you don't have cars roaring by while you eat. The Dolan Chai is not to be missed! It has dates and rose and lots of other wonderful elements. I've never had tea like this before. They also serve it iced which I imagine would be delightful. Note on the pictures: I forgot to take them until half way through so just know that the presentation is better than pictures!

    I would like to give 4.2 stars. I was already excited when I…read moregot into the restaurant. I saw the high ceilings with fancy lights, ethnic decorations and comfortable dining chairs. One young man welcomed us with a big smile and he recommended some popular dishes to us. All the dishes were great. Beef noodle was a pinch spicy but it was a right kick; steamed dumpling with lamb meat was excellent, you can taste the juice from the meat and the soft strong skin outside. But unfortunately, two of six were The meat pie was so delicious with full of flavor; cucumber salad was good too, but the skin was a little hard; lamb chops came out with right temperature and perfectly done. We loved all the seasonings and spices. Our drinks were good too. Salty yogurt was light but very smooth. The last one: our dessert was a honey cake. It was so so good! It was moist with a bit chewy texture. This is a Must Order One! Everything there was freshly made after taking orders. The restaurant dining table and chairs are well made and comfortable. We definitely will go again.

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