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Sheesh Grill

4.2 (370 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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2. Chicken Shawarma Platter Mantu (10pcs)
Kristi K.

Overall, the food was good! I would recommend the gyro platter - the portions were good and the gyro was flavorful. I got the chicken shawarma, and it was just okay. The chickpeas that came on the side were so good! We also got the mantu, which was also pretty good. I don't think I'll get it again personally, but recommend if you like mantu (similar to dumplings). The only thing was the generator (?) inside was super loud, so I would say the ambiance is not great. I'd definitely get takeout next time.

Chicken kabob platter
Marivic L.

Huge fan of Sheesh. I've been coming to Mosaic to get my hair done for over a year and if it's during a time when I need to grab a meal, Sheesh is at the top of the list. My faves are clearly (I mean, look at my pics. Haha) the chicken kabob platter with the juicy flavorful chicken, spinach, chickpeas, and rice. Love the green/hot sauce but will also use the other sauce as well. The burger was such a surprise to me. I got it just 2 weeks ago (oh yeah, I get my hair done every other week) for the second time and it was as good as I remembered. Really SO many delicious spices that it's better than a "regular" burger. I get it with fries which are super crunchy, just how I like them. Pro-tip: You can pay with the inKind app and take advantage of the deals they give and it's so convenient. I will be coming back.

Salmon kabob Togo through doordash
Dakota M.

I really like how healthy sheesh is. I often pick it up for myself, friends recovering or friends at the hospital. Today I couldn't run out and ordered falls church/mosaic location through DoorDash. The food was not very good. Salmon was dry, the sautéed spinach needed olive oil and chick peas were bland. I had to try some because I was raving about it to my friend in the hospital whom I bought it for and was disappointed when they were right on the taste not being the same as chantilly location.

#7. Beef Kubideh Platter
Katherine T.

Dropped by yesterday with some of my sorority syzters for dinner after a workout and we all LOVED our plates. I personally got the #7 with pita bread and a soft drink. Next time I want to try to the steak or lamb chops! Everything was delicious and the staff was friendly! We loved the ambiance and the wooden feel to the seating. I'd definitely come back here again!

Inside dining area.  Nice sleek hardwood tables and benches and plastic chairs.
Nina R.

3.5 Stars Quick service. Food had good flavor. Nice hardwood tables which gave the place a nice look if you opted to dine-in. I decided to get the chicken kabob that came with basmati rice, spinach and chickpeas in a tasty red sauce. Solid portions. The chicken was tender, well-seasoned with a nice char-grill on the outside. Basmati rice was fluffy. Chickpeas were cooked in a nice red sauce. I could tell they use canned chickpeas rather than fresh, but they were fine nevertheless. The spinach was tasty as well. I hope they use fresh spinqch and not frozen or canned. The meal came with a spicy-tangy green sauce on the side which had the right amount of kick. I asked for white sauce and those were .50 cents each (for 2 tbs portion). I was sort of surprised the meal did not come with the standard pita bread. I guess you have to ask for it and it so there could be a cost, I am not certain. I didn't see it on the menu but i could have overlooked it. I was also surprised they did not sprinkle that tangy Sumac seasoning on top of the meal as well. Usually kabob restaurants do that. - 1 stars for lack of pita/naan, sumac sprinkled on top and use of canned chickpeas. Pretty good kabob place to check out. I'll come back since it's convenient.

Kubideh Beef - Rice
Claudia L.

I'm a fan of this casual & friendly kabob place in Mosaic. Great selection of Middle Eastern favorites and everything always tastes freshly made! My go-to is the beef kubideh with chopped salad and chickpeas - so delicious and filling. Lately all meals are served in a takeout container, even if one orders for dine-in. I hope they reconsider that decision. Other than that, excellent place for a meal!

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Jon T.

Sheesh Grill may be quick service but is it enough for me to get out of my seat and yell Sheesh? I wish but my experience was alright. Inside, you have lots of open tables to sit down. Ordering is pretty convenient, there's a touch screen you can order from or you can order from the counter. Knowing me, I came here to see if their kabobs were good. Let's put that to the test. What I like about this place is that you can create your own bowl, pick your own protein, base, and two sides of your choice. If you aren't adventurous, they have their signature plates which is what I opted for since I wanted beef that day. I got the beef Kubideh plate which consisted of ground beef kabobs grilled to perfection, rice, salad, and chickpeas. It took a minute for the food to come out but that's how you know it was made to order. When I got the food there was signs of steam right out of the box. Couldn't been happier. I went to sit down and I immediately noticed that the tables were sticky. I tried sitting down at another table but it was less sticky so I wonder if they even clean up their tables when people are done dining.. The Kubideh is great. Can't go wrong with seasoned beef over a nice pilaf of rice. The salad was also good and served as the healthy component of my meal and chickpeas? I honestly think they were not fresh but the sauce that it was cooked in was pretty good. A very tomato-y kind of sauce. I think my complaint is that you don't even get bread for the price you are paying for so it is a bummer. You do get at least the spicy green sauce and yogurt sauce which is a bit watered down. That plus the tables not being clean makes me question their cleaniness. At least the person up front asked me how the food was and I will give them that it was good. Hopefully when I come back it's not so much of a sticky situation!

DISGUSTING Chicken "not spicy" Sandwich

Food is NOT middle eastern but more Indian style. I ordered chicken sandwich and specifically said NO spicy. But it came out spicy. Would not recommend this place Chicken schmarma is pretty much chicken biryani. Very deceiving Sheesh is correct

Penelope N.

I got the loaded fries which were bomb, great flavors. The chutney was fantastic and they definitely loaded up on the sauce which is appreciated. It has a nice kick. The garlic sauce pairs well with the spice. I love pickled veggies so I'm glad those are included in the loaded fries. The chicken had decent portion size too. It's self service where you order at the register and then seat yourself. I want to get the eggplant dish next time.

Salmon Kabob Platter
Camryn K.

I really enjoy the food here. I hadn't ordered here in a while, but the food I ordered for takeout was as good as I remembered. I typically order the salmon platter with half salad and half rice, along with a side of chopped salad and chickpeas. The salmon was on the dry side, but it is very flavorful and not super fishy, which I like. I notice that they often overcook the salmon, but I feel like the overall flavor of the salmon, along with the sides, makes up for it. I love the sauces that come with the dish, which are the white sauce and the cilantro chutney. The white sauce has good flavor, and the cilantro chutney has a nice kick to it. The rice is tasty, and the portion size is great. The sides are tasty as well, and the salad is very fresh. However, the food is on the pricier side. I love ordering from here, and I will definitely be back!

1. Chicken Kabob Platter w/ salad & chickpeas
Nathan N.

The Chipotle of Middle Eastern food. Food is expensive and mid at best. $18 for a chicken kabob platter with 2 sides. I can get more food for less at any family-owned Middle Eastern restaurant that is in a place not named Mosaic. As stated, I ordered the chicken kabob platter. For my sides I chose the salad and chickpeas. It also came with 2 sauces, which I presume were a yogurt sauce and a mint chutney. I did not really enjoy either of them. The salad needed more dressing but was fine. The chickpeas were a little hard and didn't have much flavor. They skimped on the rice. The chicken was alright, I didn't really like the seasoning they used but that is personal opinion. I will not be coming here again. Moby Dick's is a much, MUCH better chain Middle Eastern restaurant all around.

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Reviews are generally positive. People highlight the flavorful and fresh food, generous portions, and friendly staff in a clean and modern atmosphere.

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Delicious and fresh. Convenient location in Falls Church. Reliably good food each time.

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Got the lunch special; for $13 you get a wrap with your choosing of falafel, chicken shawarma, or gyro along with a side of fries and drink.

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Yes all meats are Halal.

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About a 2-2.5: We were really excited to check out Arlington Kabob, as this place has been around…read morefor a while, and it seems to be a local favorite. We came here for an early lunch, and we ordered: +a Combo Platter for 2 - this came with chicken kofta, beef kofta, and a choice of chicken, lamb, or beef kabob - we went for the beef; for the sides, we went for the potatoes and the lentil soup, and for the rice, we went Quabli style Out of all the meats, we thought the chicken kofta had the best flavor; both the beef kofta and the kabob were just 'okay'; the beef kofta had a more game-y flavor - not sure if they had mixed it up with lamb first; the beef kabob was overcooked and dried out, more on the chewy end, which was not enjoyable. The Quabli-style rice didn't really enhance anything - the carrots were way too soft, and there were hardly any currants, which was disappointing. Potatoes were forgettable, as they were bland; the lentil soup was piping hot, but could have had more lentils - it seemed like just broth with just a spoonful of lentils in it. The white sauce was more dill-heavy and ranch-like which didn't complement the kabobs and the kofta at all. There was complimentary tea for those who dine-in, which was nice, but the tea wasn't steeped well and was too watered down. Staff were friendly, and there's limited parking in the tight strip plaza lot. +chicken kofta +game-y beef kofta +dried-out/overcooked beef kabob +avoid the Quabli style rice +friendly staff +limited parking in lot available

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