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    Pasha Rest & Cafe

    4.2 (38 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Lauren H.

    Pasha may look a bit drab from the outside but rest assured, they're absolutely cooking in there. The chicken shawarma is exactly what was missing in my life. Everything now feels complete. Not to be dramatic but I've been searching for a solid Middle Eastern restaurant since relocating from Richmond years ago and Pasha easily fills that void. It's also a hookah lounge, which I'm not into. We went during lunch on a weekday when only a few were in use, so it didn't impact my experience at all. I will say, the bathroom was in a nightmarish state (the only reason I dropped a star).

    Chicken Tikka Plate
    Jocelyn F.

    We visited from out of town and wanted to eat something we don't typically find in our area, we decided Mediterranean. Our meal started with the hummus platter, chicken Tikka plate with rice, the lamb plate with rice, chickpea soup, and pistachio baklava. EVERYTHING WAS AMAZING! The grilled chicken I had, is one of the best grilled chickens I have EVER eaten. We almost licked the hummus plate, and if you are iffy on trying the chickpea soup, don't be JUST TRY IT! The food was soo delicious, it is a shame the restaurant wasn't packed. ow the ambience and decor could be better, but the food was so delicious it didn't matter much. The service was excellent with a very knowledgeable attendant. Highly recommend this restaurant if you are near by. I only have a picture of the Chicken Tikka Plate

    Chicken Shawarma Plate
    Lynne R.

    In search of great Kurdish/Mediterranean food? Look no further- this is the place! Friendly staff, incredibly fresh food, and flavor galore! Seriously good food and we will be back for more soon.

    Salimi kabob
    Nushi C.

    What a pleasant surprise!! The location and the furnishing is not impressive; however, the food was exceptional we enjoyed this healthy and super tasty options; Tabulie salad, creamy hummus topped with shawarma, and Salimi kabob blew us aw

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    Bobby D.

    So I have had the pleasure of eating at similar restaurants throughout the country. From New York to LA, Kalamazoo,MI to Atlanta, GA. This place is excellent, you don't want for selection here. The flavors are spot on. Definitely a place where I would go back to and bring friends and family.

    Lamb Kebab Plate
    Karin D.

    The food was so tasty, huge portions, love the lamb kebab, and the baba ghanoush. They said they have been open for four months, and hopefully business picks up as there were not many people in there. The dining room was a little dirty, but we still enjoyed it. It takes about a half hour to get the food but it's worth it!

    Chicken Kebab Plate
    Kiana D.

    Persian girl visiting Shenandoah Valley and desperately in need of some Middle Eastern food. Authentic food for sure! Support Kurdish owned restaurants and get yourself great food. We ordered: Lamb kebab plate 10/10 Chicken kebab plate 10/10 Chicken shawarma plate 10/10 Doogh drink 8/10 (It was good but I like it more sour personally) -Great service, friendly atmosphere, good portions that will fill you up, and decent prices.

    Lamb E13-Lamb Shank (Qozi) Beef Shawarma Over Rice
    Lori G.

    Driving through town and wanting something amazing to eat for dinner. They exceed our expectations! Very Flavorful Great quality Great quantity Great workers 100000/10 stars

    Hummus with Shawarma and Tabouleh
    Rami E.

    Fantastic! I am Syrian and grew up eating this type of food and I can confirm it is authentic and delicious. The hummus was beautiful and smooth, the tabbouleh was lemony and perfect, and the service was excellent. Loved it here. Definitely will be back!

    Pasha Mixed Grill- great grilled shish kabab

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    amazing authentic Kurdish cuisine, and amazing customer service. My favourite items are the qozi & Slemani kebab

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    Delicious and fresh. Nice to try something new. All three of us had the lamb. Bothe wrap and rice dishes were well done! Thanks!

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    The food is great! Pasha is my new local favorite. The customer service is also very good.

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    The service was excellent!!! We had the best service, and the food was amazing!!! 10/10 recommend and we are going back!!

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    Great service from Becca! She was so nice and professional, much more than everyone else!

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    Phenomenal food, everything was fresh and flavorful. Meat was moist and perfectly grilled.

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    very friendly ppl , great food , kabob was great , great taste of iraqi food , i love it and i enjoyed it

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    The hummus has the texture of mayonnaise and has a sour taste. Chicken shawarma is pretty good. I don't think I would order from here again.

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