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Maman Joon Kitchen

4.3 (134 reviews)
Open • 10:30 am - 10:00 pm
Updated a few days ago

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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.

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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Mark W.

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

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Hanaa K.

Oh wow. We had to come by again while in town because of how much we loved it last time. They did not disappoint. Excellent service and the food was so delicious that I can't even move anymore because I ate so much. I switched it up today and for the adas polo morgh. He got his soltani and loved it. Mine came with loads of raisins and dates. It was so packed with flavor that I couldn't stop myself. Bonus bits of potato tahdig. The chicken was lightly spiced and juicy. The adas polo was perfectly cooked. The rice grains were long and perfect and the rice was cooked exactly the way it should be. Portion sizes were massive and I couldn't finish my food. Served with bread and a nice mast r khiar. It was thick and tangy. The surprise of the day was zayton parvardeh and it was so amazingly. It reminded me of an olive version of fesenjan. Tasted amazing with the adaa polo and morgh. You'd never believe this is fast food because everything tastes like home. I urge you to come here if you love Persian cuisine. It's the closest to Iranian home cooking in the area.

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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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