I love this place and the food never disappoints. I ate so much I couldn't walk but the food is incredible. Service is so so. Didnt get a menu and no smiles. It's fine because the food quality made up for it. read more

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My favorite place in the DMV currently to get kabobs. Parking can be a bit weird but if you just go past the restaurant, there's ample parking in the garage. I have always used this and never had any issues. Inside, it's a bit chaotic. There are many tables close by and it has a formal look but it's very casual. I don't think there is a dress code though. Lots of servers running around, big crowds of people eating, and sometimes a big wait too. Fortunately I came around the time where it wasn't too packed and I was immediately seated for this visit. Upon seating I was asked for my drink order and what I wanted to get. As per usual, the Chicken Soltani is probably my go to dish here and I can do no wrong. After I got my drink, bread was served. There's this green sauce that had a slight kick to it and I was just here slabbing so much of it on to my bread. I absolutely loved it. The butter is well just salted butter you'd get from ordering to go but it's very good too paired with the bread. The Chicken Soltani is basically Chicken Kabobs & Kubideh over a big pile of rice with vegetables. The food is fresh for sure as the kabobs have a smokey taste with every bite. That when paired with the rice, it's very soft and cooked to perfection. The grilled tomato is also good but I didn't find myself enjoying the raw slices of onion though. Portion size wise, this is the best value you can get here if you want consistently good kabobs but definitely check out this place when it's not busy. You'll be waiting for a bit! read more

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The AMBIANCE, has not changed much since 1993 although the tables have been moved around a lot and it has actually gone down a bit. Since 1993 the food has been getting worse and today on May 8th 2026 I had the LAMB SOLTANI the FOOD, was dry and terrible it was not what I expected and the SERVICE, was horrendous especially the LADY at the REGISTER she was talking with a friend instead of taking care of the guest she in a rude manner said I should pay my server that was not around so the older GENTLEMAN took the payment I will not return until a major change is done specifically with the lady up front that is nothing but rude and the experience was overall terrible exception is the older GENTLEMAN who was extremely WARM & FRIENDLY and who understands a warm welcome even without hot tea read more

Shamshiry - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

What a wonderful experience! Best Persian food, great service. We had lamb shank and two types of beef kebab (filet mignon was melt in your mouth), with doogh and delicious maast and bread. Everything was fresh and made in the restaurant. Persian tea was very delicate. Prices are good, setting clean, noise level better than most restaurants these days. We will be back! read more

I love their Kubedeh Shamsheri I call and tell them it's for delivery, they usually have it ready waiting for me when I get there! Definitely recommend eating here in the restaurant but also pick up! read more

I'm extremely disappointed by my experience today at Shamshiri Restaurant. My family and I have been loyal customers for several years . We regularly dine here in both cold and hot weather, always choosing the outdoor seating area because we come with our dog. Our dog is calm, quiet, and always stays in a stroller -- never bothering anyone. However, today we were asked to leave simply because another customer (an Arab guest) did not like dogs. Instead of handling the situation fairly, the restaurant chose to remove us -- long-time, respectful customers -- to accommodate someone else's personal preference. As an Iranian supporting an Iranian restaurant, this was especially upsetting. Respect and fairness toward all customers should come first. If someone is uncomfortable with pets, they can choose another seating option -- not force others out. After years of loyalty, this treatment was truly disappointing. I expected much better. Unfortunately, this experience has changed my view of this restaurant. Rate for this restaurant is one even under one with this new manager read more

Back again during the holiday season 2024 for a Friday lunch. I arrived early and waited in the car for the restaurant to open at 11:30AM. My friend arrived for our lunch only a few minutes later. We both had the Persian tea and ordered the Mast-o Musir (i.e., yogurt with cucumber) appetizer to share. The big bottle of water and bread for dipping came first and then the tea and then the appetizer which excellent. I ordered the "Traditional Persian Cuisine of Chelo Kabob" (i.e., filet steak with rice, onions and tomato). Today, the meat seemed to be dry and had no taste. Perhaps it was just me as I was still cold from the outside temperatures. The portions are still large; I took half of the meal home. Hmmm.....I wonder if they have "kids menu"? I did see parents sharing part of their meals with children, but no children's offerings on the menu. We ordered the baklava. Out waiter was kind to tell us that there would be five pieces and decided that just one order would be enough and that we could share. This was still a good meal, but still fairly expensive for a lunch (i.e., $33 per person). This is still our favorite Persian restaurant and we will be back again soon. read more

It was my second time going there .I had good company which made it fun but I was not very thrilled with the service.the bottle of water that you are served is straight tap water and you can taste the chlorine. the servers bring your food to the table and reach across and hand you your plates which was odd to me. my favorite persian restaurant in VA DC area will remain Rumi . read more

Ok...first thing first...the bread and the green sauce they serve you As soon as you sit...bread is so light and the sauce is spicy but so flavorful. Delish We ordered the cucumber salad which was light and refreshing. The kubideh was spiced well and cooked just right. Pieces were tender. But for me the star of the night was the lamb kabob. The lamb spices were balance well and did not overpower the lamb taste which I love, The service was fast and friendly, the ambience was welcoming. this was our first time there. We will return to try the other items on the menu. Once more Yelp reviews helped us another winner. Thanks peeps! read more

First time at Shamshiry, thanks to a recommendation from a Persian coworker. Shout out to Mamoud our server! He was friendly, attentive and helpful in explaining the menu. We enjoyed Mamoud's recommendations (Kabob Barg/Steak and Chicken Kabob )! The restaurant was bustling at 7.30pm on a Sunday evening. We waited about 10 minutes for a table. The wall of freshly baked bread was kind of exciting to see :-) The rice portions are mountainous. Everything was very fresh and we enjoyed the whole dining experience. read more

Their food is good but waiters don't look happy. They charge service fee by default and I don't think waiters get anything. Hand over cash tip direct to waiters read more

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I always loved this place that's very close to the Tysons Sheraton and tucked away in the Westwood road. Excellent service and great food. You have an unlimited supply of bread with a nice spicy green accompaniment. Service is top class, water glasses filled up instantly they are empty. My chicken kabob tasted fantastic. The yogurt sauce mixed in the rice was right like I am used to. I took the rice home. I would have loved some gravy too make the rice moist. This restaurant has been fairly consistent in both excellent food and great service. read more

Shamshiry - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

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One of the best Persian kabob spots in the area. Authentic and this time I hit the rice with the egg! Gave it that extra shimmer! Went during lunch and service was great as always. Been going to this spot since highschool and has been a go-to for my visiting friends and family ever since. Tip: be ready to ask for more green sauce cuz that stuff is some stuff! read more

Shamshiry - Kubideh Rice Platter - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

The chicken kebab plate was great! The portions were very hearty. I'd definitely go back!

The 30 minute wait was extremely worth it. The chicken was soft and tender and the kofta was nice and soft.The orange juice was nice and fresh and the rice was great. I really recommend coming here again. read more

A Persian friend brought me here, where I had not been in years. A very fine family atmosphere and fantastic value. read more

Shamshiry - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

Shamshiry was very good and quick with service. I would definitely make the drive to eat here again. Also the tea with the sugar stick was delicious read more

Shamshiry - Chicken Soltani - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

So service is fine. The food is decent. It's not my favorite Persian spot, I got two others that are much better and more consistent than this place. But one cup had a sharp edge and I almost cut my mouth on it. And then my replacement cup was dirty.. it's ok next time I'll just bring my own water or something. read more

Shamshiry - Chipped cup - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

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I swung by Shamshiry for a birthday dinner with a crew of 12. They managed to squeeze us in, but overall, it was just okay. Vegetarian Friendly: - Unfortunately, Shamshiry isn't the move for vegetarians. Their menu really just focuses on meats. Decor: - The ambiance at Shamshiry is a mix of cozy and elegant. However, I secretly wished for more Persian or Middle Eastern vibes. Maybe some colorful tiles or intricate lanterns? Food Breakdown: - Lamb Kabob: It's good, but not mind-blowing. The flavor could use a little boost. Have to give it a solid 3 out of 5. - Saffron Rice: Now, this is where things get interesting. The saffron rice surprised me with its unique taste. I'd give it a solid 4 out of 5. Portion Size: - Nothing to complain here. The portions are pretty satisfying. Service: - The staff is friendly, but they move at a slow and honestly they could be alot more attentive. For example just to place our order I had to get up and get the waiter to come and take our order. Price: - Considering the Tyson's Corner location and the fact that I ordered a lamb dish, the price make sense. Would I Go Back? - Honestly, I won't go out of my way to return, but if a friend insists, I won't protest. read more

Great food. Fast and nice service. Our server, Mahmoud was very attentive and nice. He kept checking on us and suggested different options for our party. Second time we had Mahmoud as a server. Great both times. The quality of the beef (Barg) is unbelievable. read more

Excellent service and texture for the food, but was lacking a little in spice. Presentation could be better, but that doesn't matter much when the food tastes so good all together. A bit pricy, but worth it. read more

Shamshiry - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

Shamshiry has been a family favorite for over 10yrs. Always bustling with energy and friendly amazing staff. One of the best places to have a delicious meal and avoid the rush hour traffic! Excellent variety of fish and meat skewers over fluffy white or green rice. Love the filet mignon, lamb shank, fish kabob and tandoori soltani with koobideh. Tzatziki is perfect for starter. Excellent with cardamom tea and finish off with saffron ice cream! Recently renovated dining space and restrooms. The best Persian cuisine and the standard to which all others are compared to!! read more

Shamshiry - Tandoori Soltani - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

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I was so amazed at how generous the portion was when they brought this out! Thought it was a shared dish for a whole table but nope, just mine, made just for me lol the koobideh was so delicious and juicy. Just the perfect seasoning, not too salty. The chicken chunks were okay, they were not dry but could've been a little bit more flavorful. I can't get over the fragrant aroma of the rice! It smelled so good and made me instantly hungry. Definitely ask for tzatziki sauce on the side to eat with your bread and meat! Decent service, they forgot a few things here and there because they were busy so it's okay. Very spacious inside. read more

Shamshiry - Half beef koobideh half chicken chunks - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

Amazing place to eat at remind us of food from Iraq!!! I know it's Iranian food but similar!!

I heard a lot about ShamShiry before going for an early dinner with a friend. The first thing one notices is the absolutely excellent service--friendly, quick, and professional. Second, the portions of absolutely authentic Persian food are HUGE. Hummus may not sound exciting, but it's the best around. And the saffron ice cream for desert was out of this world. I can't wait to go back. read more

I just wanted to update this review to once again strongly encourage the owner of Shamshiry to consider taking reservations. I understand the reasons why they don't, as I have talked with the staff before, but times have changed since my original review in 2018. Here is why I think a reconsideration of the no reservations policy is in order: 1. The restaurant is always very busy during the weekends, no matter what time you go there. I have tried many different times and always end up waiting for a long time. 2. Several times while I've been waiting in line to just put my name on the seating list, a person in the back of the line decides they are not waiting and comes right up to the front and the employees seem too meek to say anything to them, and they get a seat, which leaves everyone else in line pretty angry. 3. The waiting area is so small and packed with people, and in these days when people are worried about getting sick, it's not great to be squished in that area. However, Shamshiry is still serving fantastic food and I've been a loyal customer for over 24 years now, it's one of the few restaurants that my family of 4 totally agrees on, but reservations would make our time management a lot simpler since we do not live that close to the restaurant. read more

Amazing food and service! This restaurant maintains consistency in the quality and taste of its food. You can never go wrong here for kubideh, chicken, rice, etc! We had amazing service on a Saturday afternoon from Mahmoud!! He was very attentive and provided us with excellent response. read more

My Iranian colleague, Farchid, touted this as the best place in the DMV to get kabobs. And Yelp reviewers seemed to agree. Found myself across the street at Walmart on a rainy spring afternoon. What better time to drop in for a taste?!? Okay, first off: park on the TOP deck of the parking garage behind the restaurant. As soon as I entered, I was SHOCKED to hear Little Red Corvette (huge Prince fan) and then Caribbean Queen as the first two songs over the speakers... (Edit: Close your eyes and imagine you're listening to a pop radio station from 1985-1988. That's the music you'll hear; at least during lunch service.) Servers quickly brought both a basket of bread and a large, ice cold bottle of water. My waiter, Yaya, promptly appeared and made a recommendation for my entree. The meal arrived relatively quickly and the serving size was huge. The Chelo Kabob Kubideh was tender and well seasoned. The white rice with saffron was perfectly prepared, and I liberally added butter as recommended by other reviewers (but not an egg yolk). I did add a bit of the brown powdered sumac from a shaker in the table as well. I'll definitely be back, and will specifically ask for Yaya. read more

Shamshiry - Chelo Kabob Kubideh w/White Rice & Saffron, Grilled Tomato &Jalapeno, and Raw White Onion - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

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One of the best place for who ever like kubide kebab and chicken kebab. I go there at least once a week . read more

The foods aren't good as used to be and service is the same. I m the regular customer and since work in the area and convenience but this place disappointed me many times read more

Kabobs here tasted excellent! The light airy flat bread really hit the spot! Unfortunately, they don't take reservations, so we waited outside for a table. The inside didn't have adequate waiting room. The dining area noise level made conversation difficult. It had a clean and modern interior designed for quick and efficient access and seating. We'd love to return at a time when they are less busy. read more

The food quality was disappointing. Kebab-e-barg was as thin as lunch meat, and Kobideh was dry! It used to be a great place to eat. Judging by the customers, I don't think Persians eat there anymore! read more

My Persian boyfriend + his friends/family and I come here all the time when we're craving a good kebab meal. Must get: - koobideh kabob - this beef dish is the BEST thing here - salmon kabob - this is technically not authentic persian but it's my absolute favorite, as someone who loves salmon - barg - another great beef dish - saffron ice cream - it's my boyfriend's favorite but I'm ok without it :) Mediocre: - gormeh sabzi - it's OK but not great, still good to try if you've never had this amazing herb-filled and hearty dish - Gheymeh Tahdig - also good to try Service is always reliable and fast. It does gets busy around brunch on weekends but we usually go without reservation and can be seated right away. The restaurant has a nice formal yet casual feel. read more

Shamshiry - Koobideh kabob, salmon kabob - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

Love this place but if your going to tip please use cash because the Owners don't give the servers the tips in credit

Wish I could give 10 stars Best service from a restaurant of all time Cannot explain how amazing it was And definitely some of the best Iranian food too Please show this place from love This place is so good from food to service that I would come out here again all the way from California just to experience this place again read more

OMG to the flat bread served before you order! I would pay for it and just eat bread if it wasn't for their amazing rices and great meats. While the restaurant could look a bit nicer, the food more than makes up for any lack of decoration. read more

*This is for takeout and not for dine-in* We got our takeout quick and easy and we got kebabs with tahdig. Not only was it a big portion but seasoned well with the kebab being very juicy. read more

I can tell that the food is delicious cooked well and the portion is so good although there is a delay in service but still I recommend this place read more

Our waiter Hassan was horrible. Did not check up on us a single time. we had to ask another waiter to help assist us. Great food, bad service. read more

I love this place, but their portions keep getting smaller. Great food, atmosphere and staff, and an icon of Persian food in NOVA.