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Shouk

4.4 (158 reviews)
ModerateVegan, Kosher, Vegetarian

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Mushroom shwarma
Gaurav B.

How do I start? Fried Oyster mushrooms sounds so Shouk'n Good ! We had to try this place. We have had vegetarian shawarma before but most places its the impossible or beyond meat or some sort of fusion soy crumbles. Never tried a oyster mushroom shawarma before. Shawarma itself was so well seasoned and flavorful went so well other options that we picked in the platter. We really wanted to try the Fried Mushroom schnitzel sandwich but they didn't have it at that time so we decided to go for Falafel platter and the falafels so were different form other places, packed with flavor. Pita was so soft and fluffy unlike I have had before and yes I had tried Pita in hundreds of different food joints. Can't wait to be back for fried mushroom sandwich and the shouk burger.

Navot C.

Food is so fresh and tasty Shewarma made from mushrooms, Wow! Service is great and quality Great value for my money Love the atmosphere

Liyang S.

Great falafel place that's possibly the best in the DMC area, according to my wife. Service is good as well, but the atmosphere could use some improvement. Be sure to get the white sauce and spread that _______ on everything; it's sooooo nom nom good .

Fried Shouk'n, Spice Fries, and build your own bowl
Molly K.

I had a fantastic meal at Shouk! This all vegan business excels providing Israeli inspired food with plenty of flavor. Shouk has fairly limited indoor seating and has three tables outside. It is certainly plenty of room for 2-4 people to dine in. Additionally their bathroom has a changing table which makes this a really family friendly option. As a new mom I am now noting what bathrooms are compatible for diaper changes. To order your meal you use their touchscreen kiosk. You can also scan a QR code from the Shouk app to accumulate points and redeem discounts. My absolute favorite meal is the fried Shouk'n sandwich with spiced fries. The fried oyster mushrooms are a crispy and chewy texture. I get the sauce on the side to make sure the pita is not drenched in too much creaminess. And I love the veggies included in this sandwich that add some lightness and tang to the pita. The French fries are spiced so well and always come out perfectly cooked. The portion size of fries is also generous. I can never finish my side and always offer for people to help me finish them. Shouk also has a build your own bowl option which is fantastic. You can pick 8 items as the base and then pay extra for falafel or other specialty items. I love assembling my own bowl so I dan out all my favorite veggies in. The food at Shouk comes out quickly. I think the staff at this location work hard and are very friendly. I am making my meals at Shouk more regular because it's a very quick meal to pick up and the quality is always great.

Fried Shouk'n and Shawarma
Kim P.

Shouk came up on a lunch search I did in the area. We decided to take a chance with a new place and were well rewarded for this chance. Pros: Two screens to place your order on with pictures of all the food. I love seeing what my food will look like before ordering so I loved this. Easy to pay and go. Amazing food-it took about 20 minutes from the time we ordered until we got the food, so it was fresh. Everything tasted amazing and the coconut pudding was the most unique thing I've tried in the last month. I could eat that every day. Cons: There's seating inside but all large four seater tables when most of the people that came in while we were there were couples. There wasn't enough seating for everyone that came in. Next time I'll order take out. The food didn't come with any indication of what was in either of the boxes and since I forgot what I ordered, it was a little confusing. There were only two of us, but if it was a larger group I could see that being frustrating. The restaurant has kind of an awkward layout. The trash, which is right next to the door, causes unnecessary people flow issues. We had to the hold door and wait for people who were sorting their trash because there wasn't enough space to pass them, which was fine except there was a line of people waiting throw things away, which meant we just stood with the door open looking for a break in the trash line to get in. Overall, I really liked Shouk and will come back for takeout soon.

Classic Falafel
Shayna H.

I was extremely impressed by my experience at Shouk. When you walk in you order on a computer screen. The wait for the food took about 5 minutes. There is some indoor and outdoor seating but not too much so keep this in mind. Personally, I got my meal to go. I started with the classic falafel which was amazing. It was also extremely filling as the portion size was quite large. I didn't feel too bad about that though because I knew it was plant-based and fresh. I finished with the choco-cardamom cookie which melts in your mouth (just as described on the menu). This is a great option for those who are dairy free, vegan, vegetarian, or kosher. Can't wait to go back!

Hummus
Bhavna A.

Got the Shouk burger which was fantastic as usual. Also had the hummus and lentil soup. The pita just smelled and tasted so wonderful and soft as a pillow. Then I got the malabi, a coconut milk pudding which was also amazing. I just love Shouk. Naturally Plant based and truly good fast casual cuisine with no fanfare or fuss. You have my heart!

Shawarma Mushroom sandwich
Jeff J.

Rockville location: kind of get a 'dive' feel when you walk in. I wouldn't characterize it as inviting, warm, or very clean. I was apprehensive but determined to give it a try because I love mushrooms! There were a couple of people hanging around waiting for their orders. It's small, the walls beg for fresh paint, the floor could use some updating (different shades of concrete), and an overall vibe of the need for a good old-fashioned scrubbing. So, if you've never been, you walk up to the counter and place your order via a touchscreen. We found seats and waited. After we got our order - my wife got the falafel and I got two pocket sandwiches to try, the fried mushroom and the mushroom shawarma - we dug in. I cannot express my surprise and delight at how delicious the food is there! Even the side kale salad was excellent. The mushrooms were succulent, flavorful, rich, and paired wonderfully with the pocket sandwich additions. I have decided that I can't decide which one is my favorite, so when I go again, and I will, I'll have a hard time choosing. Or...maybe get both again

Ella T.

The food was soo good! We got the bowls and loved them. It was nice that the whole place is plant based so we didn't have to worry about anything. The service was great and the place was very nice and cute. It was a great place for a chill hangout.

Ingenious packaging
Mike B.

If you are sleeping on Shouk, allow me to give you a true foodies kiss to wake you up *SMOOCH* #Cringe And now for my rendition of Elvis' All Shook Up: A well a bless your soul What's wrong with you? Ya itchin for meat like an addict true. My friends I'm tellin' you real straight up I'm in love I'm all Shouk up Mm mm oh, oh, yeah, yeah, yeah! If your hands are shaky, and it's flavor you seek The menu is broad, and it's real unique Vegan and Kosher? Well you're in some luck. I'm in love I'm all Shouk up Mm mm oh, oh, yeah, yeah, yeah! Well, I bet I can get you to change your mind It's a little plant-based but it's more than fine When I get the burger that I love best My heart beats better it scares me to death Ya don't have to trust me if ya gonna hate Carla Hall says the burger's "The best thing she ate" Think we can agree that she knows what's up I'm in love I'll all Shouk up Mm mm oh, oh, yeah, yeah, yeah! My tummy gets full from all the protein The hummus is smooth and the meal is lean There's only one thought for this body of mine That's to have that lunch that I love so fine. Ya don't have to trust me if ya gonna hate Carla Hall says the burger's "The best thing she ate" Think we can agree that she knows what's up I'm in love I'll all Shouk up Mm mm oh, oh, yeah, yeah, yeah! Mm mm oh, oh, yeah, yeah, yeah! I'll all Shouk up.

The easy to order computer menu.
Joy B.

The word "Shouk" means open air market in Hebrew. It specializes in plant based foods that use fresh vegetables, grains,legumes, and seeds. Truthfully, I was a little hesitant to try Shouk, until my son in law, who is a chef, raved about it. I thought it would be the perfect game day meal. I ordered humus and the felafel sandwich. Ordering was so easy. You come in and order on a screened computer in the front of the restaurant. The computer prompts you, if you don't want any items in the dish or if you want to add on menu items. I took out the onion on my sandwich. The people working there were very pleasant and nice. I was in and out in about 5 minutes. I liked the middle Eastern decor. The hamsa hand on the wall stands for good luck. Well, my food was absolutely delicious. The breads are made in house and they are fresh and tender. The hummus was one of the best I have ever eaten. It was light, creamy, and flavorful. I couldn't stop eating it. Then, the felafel sandwich was packed full of huge felafel balls, fresh cucumber, and tomatoes. The tahini sauce on top was really tasty. The felafel balls were so tender and spiced perfectly. They melted in your mouth. The sandwich was huge and I ate it in two sittings. Probably, because I ate too much humus. Lol! Well, this may have been my first time,but it definitely won't be my last. My brother in law recommended trying the chicken nuggets. They are made from mushrooms. Next time, I will give those a try. This food is wonderful and I could not tell it was plant based. So, healthy and packed with flavor, this is a win-win celebration! Thanks Shouk.

Shouk Sausage: Veggie sausage rolled by hand, tomato jam, charred onion, pickled cabbage, harissa mayo, a zig zag of tahina.
Paul J.

We stopped by Shouk to try their new Crab Cake sandwich, and it didn't disappoint. As a Marylander, I'm VERY picky about crab cakes, and I have to hand it to Shouk for their ambition in creating a vegan version. The texture was spot on - if I closed my eyes, I probably wouldn't be able to tell the difference, except that it was a bit bland, flavor-wise. Still, a vegan crab cake that actually felt like crab cake? You gotta give this a try. High marks for their Shouk Sausage and Malabi, too. Of all the vegan places trying to make it in this world, Shouk is on the right track.

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2 years ago

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3 years ago

I was so surprised on how much I liked there food. My daughter ordered carry out, vegetarian meals, OMG, delicious!!

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Yael N.

Thanks, Jill!

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Yael N.

Thanks for the kind review, Marc! We really appreciate it.

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Yael N.

Thanks, Ishmael!

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Yael N.

Thanks, Esther! We're so honored you feel that way!

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3 years ago

Gosh darn delicious! This is the best vegan food I have ever had in my life. I wish I lived closer so I could eat Shouk falafel everyday.

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Yael N.

Thanks for the warm review, Katie!

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2 years ago

It's true, this is an incredible burger. Not your typical veggie burger at all. Eat it to believe it.

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3 years ago

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Thanks, Elizabeth!

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Thanks, Malinda!

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3 years ago

Awesome vegetarian option! Quick, easy and yummy as well. The food always seems fresh!

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2 years ago

Great falafel, fluffy pita, and fresh salads. I make a point to stop here every time I'm in at the area.

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5 years ago

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2 years ago

Fabulous and fresh food!! I am not even vegan but i Absolutely love this place - so delicious!!! Highly recommend!

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4 years ago

Best vegan street food around! Get the sausage for sure! I didn't love the Shouk chicken, but love the sausage and the sweet potato fries.

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Yael N.

Thanks, Genevieve!

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2 years ago

Great food, best for vegetarian and vegans! Food always ready in time for a quick pick up.

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Was excited to see this location open up near me! I love their falafel. Would not recommend the burger. Also a little $$$ for what you get

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Thanks, Rakesh!

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4 years ago

So good, and it's vegan too. The falafel is melt in your mouth. Everything is really yummy, they are fast and served hot.

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Thanks, Laurella!

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Solid. Tasty. Excited to watch them grow. Fried Shouk'n was my favorite of the items we tried.

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3 years ago

Great falafel! Highly recommend! Crunchy, flavorful, great packaging for mess-free on the road.

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Julii - Greek Yogurt

Julii

4.3(673 reviews)
0.3 mi
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Have you ever loved a restaurant so much you went back twice in the same day? That was me here…read more This Pike & Rose gem in North Bethesda is everything you hope for in a neighborhood spot -- fresh, imaginative Mediterranean-inspired food, a vibrant yet cozy atmosphere, and the kind of place you immediately start planning to revisit. Everything I tried was fantastic, from the perfectly prepared chicken kebabs to the cod with farro. The blackberry vodka cocktail was beautiful and delicious, and the saffron steamed milk with ginger for dessert was absolute perfection. The entire concept feels current, welcoming, and effortlessly cool without trying too hard. Can't wait to return the next time I'm back in town for meetings!

I've had this booked marked for over two years and my cutie pie always says, "what is in this book…read moremark of yours", lol. Although he will lead most times, I pick one place every weekend so we can check it off together. This Friday (5/16) I picked Julii! He's a regular so although super packed they made it work and sat us immediately without a reservation. This place is popular and a reservation is needed. While I thought the menu was limited, it does the job. I wanted Branzino and had that in my mind the whole day but was disappointed that it wasn't on the menu. Welp, y'all know I love a burger. Service was fantastic! Ambiance feels like stepping into a French‑Mediterranean boutique café that someone elevated into a luxury dining room. It's warm, intimate, and softly glamorous without trying too hard. Let's get into it! Chicken Kabob - Seasoned perfectly over rice! Really good! Burger - Added bacon and mushrooms- Absolutely delicious! Drinks were delicious! No apps because I wasn't that hungry! I will definitely be back to try more of the menu!

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Yuan Fu Vegetarian - Hot And Sour Soup

Yuan Fu Vegetarian

4.2(592 reviews)
2.3 mi
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I want to start by saying that I am not a vegetarian or a vegan, but this place is absolutely…read moretop-notch. The food was amazing across the board. We loved the spring rolls so much that we ended up ordering two orders of them, so between the two of us, we had four pieces each! They were just that good. For my main entrée, I ordered the Peking "duck" and it was phenomenal. Honestly, even though I've never actually had the real version, I can't imagine it tasting any better than this. The restaurant itself is really cute and comfortable, with plenty of seating in both booths and tables. The service was also great. Our server was a sweet older woman who was so kind and took the time to answer all of my questions. I would definitely come back here again, whether you're a vegetarian or not.

Pro: Food, moderate size parking lot, friendly staff. Con:…read morenone. I would like to start out by saying that I was genuinely surprised about my experience here at this restaurant. I came to find this place through a recommendation on Reddit and after looking at the many positives reviews on yelp and google, I just knew I had to come eat here. We came here on a Saturday at 3:30 pm and the inside was empty but more people came in later on. The interior had an older timely feel and was very spacious with many table around that could hold a big party if needed. For appetizer, we ordered the steam dumplings and for the entree we had the pineapple fried rice & the crispy orange chicken with broccoli. The dumpling came out fairly quickly and tasted good. Dip that dumpling into that sauce to elevate that flavor. The pineapple fried rice portion was decent and the taste was amazing. Season perfectly and you can see the chef cooking in the back through a small window, I see him using that wok technique to give my fried rice that " wok hay smoke flavor". For the crispy chicken it was cook nicely and come with a bowl of rice. Rice mix with the sauce and eaten with the chicken was tasty. The staff were very friendly and refilled our water when it was low, very attentive to our needs. All in all, had a positive experience here and would highly recommend anyone to come and try some amazing food here atleast once.

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Commonwealth Indian Restaurant - Butter Chicken

Commonwealth Indian Restaurant

4.4(300 reviews)
0.3 mi
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A delicious and delightful lunch at Commonwealth. I ordered the Butter Chicken Lunch Combo and it…read morewas a great amount of food: A portion of white rice, one garlic naan (cut into quarters), a bowl of daal (lentils, a bit spicy), the butter chicken (not spicy) and the avocado mango salad. The chicken was juicy and delicious in the velvety smooth creamy curry. I also loved the zesty salad and the luxuriously creamy and flavorful daal. My husband had the Yellow Crab Curry ($22.99). It contained a very generous portion of lumped crab and the curry was smooth and creamy as well. The curry came with rice and we had the option of ordering additional naan, if needed. The restaurant was very quiet for lunch and service was very attentive by the waiter and the Maître d' The restaurant itself is beautiful and has a nice amount of seating, especially for large events. The waiter advised me the restaurant served about 300 people for their Mother's Day brunch! I thought that was amazing. I also thought I couldn't imagine how difficult it would have been to go to the bathroom during such an event. The women's room had two stalls (and the accessible stall had a diaper changing table), but only one sink! Luckily that was not a concern during our lunch visit. Heads up, the wait staff will ask if you'd like a paper bag to carry out any leftovers, and they are $0.10/bag due to the bag tax.

Our started with spinach chaat. The spinach was crispy as it should be, and pomegranate and mango…read moreadded nice contrast. We got naan but the plain naan was betty than the garlic. For entrees one got the chicken vindaloo. He loves heat, but this dish overwhelmed him. Along with his sputtering, his checks had a nice rosy red glow. Our crab curry was a nice change. I don't see crab on alot of Indian restaurant menus. It was blue crab, albeit from Louisiana. Tasted fine though. Our other dishes were butter chicken, and chicken tikka marsala. Both were fine, but most Indian restaurants have that down. We got good service, enjoyed the ambience, and recommend you give it a try.

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Shouk - vegan - Updated May 2026

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