Outstanding food and service every time! The flavors are delicious and the homemade hummus is a must!!

Loved the food ~ I had the 1/2 chicken. Tips * Get the chickpeas * The chicken is a must try * There is soft serve & Açaí is some of the freshest I've had * Have Heba and to make you a soft serve combo Heba - tool awesome care of us! The service was phenomenal. read more

Absolutely terrible service. It takes them 20 minutes to prepare even a simple sandwich, and somehow that's not even the worst part. The staff constantly say, "It's almost ready," when it clearly isn't. Apparently, being honest about wait times is too much to ask. Delays happen, but repeatedly misleading people and showing zero respect for their time is unacceptable. If you can't prepare a sandwich in a reasonable amount of time, at least have the decency to be honest about it. Extremely unprofessional and disappointing. read more

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I decided to try this place out on a Sunday afternoon. They open at 12pm and we went around 1pm and the place was pretty full. They have a dedicated parking lot which makes parking very easy. First impressions - the decor is simple and pretty. Very modern and bright. They have a few booths on the inner wall and 4 person seated tables by the window. They also have a more communal higher counter tables where you can work. Although I didn't check if they had WiFi. I was looking for a counter to order from, but alas it was those self service kiosks. While I understand that those are suppose to be efficient - in this case it was not. There was only one kiosk and a long line of people ordering. I think I stood behind this couple for like 20 minutes. After some frustration I asked what the issue was and it appeared as tough they were trying to order the half chicken but the system would not allow it. Then after yelling to the cooks at the back it turns out they were out of chicken. The half chicken is their signature dish so I couldn't understand how they ran out like 2 hours after open. Anyway- there was no sign letting people know that they were out which meant the line to order took very long. I couldn't see anyone working there beyond the guys cooking at the back so there was definitely a delay at the ordering kiosk. I think when it's busy they should have someone assisting or at least have a sign saying they sold out of something. Eventually when I ordered - the process seemed simple enough. I knew they were out of the half flame grilled chicken- so I opted for the sandwiches which came with fries and 2 sauces. The sandwich wa steady after about a 15 minute wait and it tasted nice. The sandwich wrap was pretty burnt and while I do appreciate a bit of Smokey fire flavor there were sections a bit too burnt for my liking. The chicken itself was good and they are very heavy handed with the sauce so I didn't need any extra. The size of the sandwich was pretty decent. Now / they recently opened another section on the side for smoothies, acai bowls , etc . Thinks section was empty and had empty tables. You can't really see it when you walk in the restaurant - so just turn the corner and there it is. I was going to try a dessert out but when I was told I would have to order from the one kiosk again - yeah no. I immediately left it. The line to the kiosk was too long. They def need a separate kiosk for the smoothie section- or maybe even allow you to buy at the counter. It's always nice talking to human about their offerings. The experience itself was not great and I wouldn't go back and dine in. I might go back and do a pre-order of the chicken to try it out. There was sadly just no warm welcome feeling that I would expect from a newish place. I do think that they need a front of house manager or just someone to say hi to customers and help them out. There was also no water stations at all. Now let's talk bathrooms - actually let's just say that the one bathroom they have for females was absolutely gross. There's no one cleaning it during busy times and it showed. I will need to retry this place and update my review but this was my first experience. read more

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What a great place to get a quick bite of delicious Brazilian food! I felt like I was back in São Leopoldo sitting in a "lanchonete." The décor was green and yellow, an homage to the flag of Brazil. Ordering was done at the touch-screen computer at the counter, and in a short time, my number was called and my lunch was ready. The food was hot, fresh and so tasty. The portions were generous, and I am looking forward to finishing the leftovers I brought home. In addition to the standard selection of soft drinks, Tio Pelé has their own label of fruit and vegetable beverages. They also stock Guaraná, a favorite Brazilian soft drink. The owner was very personable and very helpful with our group. In fact, everyone on staff that I encountered was nice and friendly. There is another section in the restaurant that is all desserts. I was too full to sample one at this visit. All the more reason to go back. read more

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This wrap is pretty solid. The size of it sort of justifies the price. Good amount of fries. The sauce is tasty and really ties in all the flavors. My only gripe is that the charred parts of the wrap are a little TOO charred. I don't mind some burnt bits when I bite, but some of it was overpowering. This place is open late so maybe I should come back and try it when I'm inebriated... I'm sure it would be a 5 star experience. Social Media definitely hyped this place up a lot in my opinion. We'll give them a 4 star, but maybe I'll come back and try other things and we can change it to a 5! read more

Unfortunately, after a long wait in line .. it didn't "meat" my expectations! Please try it! I could be wrong! The positive side: The staff is nice and polite and the "sides" are unique and looks amazing! The negative side: I still can't believe! I saw the chicken getting grilled over charcoal with my own eyes but it didn't taste like charcoal grilled chicken! I'm afraid it's not their fault and the heavy regulations against the smoke could be causing this? Maybe? Because the other competitor also tastes the same way! No charcoal taste! What really was disappointing to me was that the chicken wasn't juicy enough! Almost dry! The menu was limited at the time I went ( the review is old, the date on the photos is accurate) maybe the other items are better? I'm sure they improved listening to the feedback! This restaurant group usually know how to make good food! They are the owners of the block, Villa Yara, Caramella and many more! They have proved that they know food! So again, I still recommend trying it and I'll try it again soon! Try it, vote for the review , message me, or compliment me with any comment or question, and don't forget to ... Pray for me ;) All my 2026 reviews are gifted to my beloved & wonderful father Sami Wahib Tawadros 01/07/1955 - 12/08/2025 read more

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The food was delicious, flavorful, and comforting. The quality of ingredients and care demonstrated in the cooking process were self-evident. And I could not be happier with the end product of my bowl. The price is affordable and what you get for it is one of the best deals in the DMV. The staff were also welcoming and friendly. I have been here before and I will keep coming! Couldn't recommend more highly. read more

Mediocre food and a 40-minute wait in a cold, overcrowded space. The team messed up our order, though they did offer a free item to compensate. Between the okay food and the long wait, I likely won't be returning... read more

Menu consist of 2 items: shawarma wrap or grilled chicken (1/2 or 1 pound). I opt for the shawarma wrap with fries! The charcoal chicken is a game changer for this wrap. Flavorful, not dry chicken!, and packed with meat. I love the sauce that pairs with this which only enhance the meal more. The fries were crispy! The shawarma wrap exceeded my expectation + was 2 meals for me with how large the wrap is. Line is long esp during business hours, limited seating, and limited parking. The other side of the restaurant is their juice shop! Service is friendly! read more

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Welcome to Lyon Village, Tio Pelé! I was curious about their chicken with Brazilian and Lebanese flavors! Note that their items are halal! The charcoal chicken with Lebanese spices were juicy and had a nice char on them. Don't sleep on their juices! The space was cute, with straw shades and nice tiles. Staff were friendly, and the place smelled tasty! There's a small lot, but be cautious going in and out, as it's a bit tight. +friendly staff +parking available read more

If you live in the DMV or visiting the area and haven't checked this place out yet, you are missing out! It's fairly newly opened, but they are already doing everything right. First off, they are open late, which makes it the ultimate spot to cure a late-night sweet tooth. They have a massive selection of unique, high-quality toppings, you have to try the pistachio kataifi, it is easily 10/10 good! Huge shoutout to Heba, who made our visit so memorable. She was unbelievably friendly, generous with the portions, and even let us sample their upcoming pistachio frozen yogurt flavor (which is going to be a total game-changer once it officially drops). Amazing customer service, incredible flavors, and great late-night vibes. DMV locals need to run, not walk, to try this spot! read more

Tio Pele is an absolute gem! From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is vibrant, welcoming, and full of energy. The food is outstanding fresh, flavorful, beautifully presented, and you can tell there's real thought behind every dish. What really stood out to me was the hospitality. The team was friendly, attentive, and genuinely made us feel welcome. Great food is important, but when you combine it with excellent service and a fun atmosphere, that's what makes a place memorable. Tio Pele is definitely a spot I'll be coming back to and recommending to friends and family. If you're looking for delicious food, great drinks, and an experience that feels different from the usual, give this place a try. Five stars all around! read more

Staff and service was great, food came fast, the laidback decor and vibe is cool (upbeat Brazilian music + soccer). It feels like a upscale peruvian chicken with lebanese sides and spice/chipotle style. They are about to open a fresh smoothie/acai on the other side, and we were able to try the mango pinneaple coconut water one that is really yummy. We'll be back. Just missing the beer to go with futebol. :) read more

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We went during their soft opening and they ran out of food so the manager kindly let me know I can still get a free sandwich (which is really more like a shawarma) if I come back. So I returned the week after and he kept his promise. I do think that the wait times were pretty long, especially for an order that's rather simple. I think from the moment we walked in, it took us 45 mins to get our food. The sandwich itself was okay, a bit dry in my opinion. It did come with sauces though. I wish they had some non-sour sauces. The whole meal just felt very sour. They do give you a ton of fries though. I also purchased their Habibi bowl, which is like a smoothie with avocados topped with fresh fruits, honey and pistachio. It's super unique and delicious! I would go back for this. My management seems very kind and if they can work on being faster, I think they would do well. read more

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Love the food and service!!! Food is Absolutely delicious! It's worth the drive every time. You have to try their spicy potatoes!

First time, won't be the last time. We ordered the half chicken, which comes with fries, 2 sides (we got the chickpeas and rice), flatbread, pickle, toum and house sauce. It was an impressive amount of food for the price, and everything was tasty. read more

The owner was so nice and gave us free samples to try out the sides! He is so hospitable and what's even better is that the food was so good! The sandwich pita bread was perfect and a good portion size. They stack the chicken bowls too. I'm definitely coming back! read more

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I'm always a bit skeptical of new restaurants that pop up who obviously pay for big social media marketing campaigns, such as the case of Tio Pele. However, I was interested in giving them a try given their unique approach to blending Brazilian and Lebanese cuisine. I was specifically interested in their take on a shawarma given the lackluster shawarmas I've experienced in the NoVa area. I've found that most places tend to water down their toum sauce in order to appeal to a wider audience who may or may not be accustomed to bold flavors. So I'm always in search of an authentic, punchy toum. Tio Pele delivers on that aspect. However, the shawarma sandwich I ordered was disappointed in that they seemed to just used chicken breast cooked over charcoal which left the chicken a bit dry and under seasoned as opposed to using a mix of breast and thigh over on a spit. The fries and sauces were great. The restaurant was nicely decorated and had plenty of seating and parking. I will likely be back to try their Brazilian dishes, but I may skip the shawarma. read more

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The food at Tio Pele is delicious!! Their service is great as well the restaurant vibe. read more

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Sub par food, high prices, they gave me a to go drink in a plastic cup without top...not worth it

What kind of restaurant takes your order, leaves you waiting for over half an hour, and then tells you they ran out of chicken? Wasted my family's time on a sunday afternoon, and when we asked for a refund since we never received our order, they tell us they can't do same day refunds. They took our phone number and told us the owner would contact us, but still haven't heard from them 4 days later. There's plenty of better places in this area, don't bother wasting your valuable time on this unprofessional establishment. read more

We just tried to eat at this place at 1pm on a Sunday, as it came recommended. What a total f***ing disappointment. Overall, this place is totally unprepared and disorganized with limited lackluster food options and no sense of professional urgency to do business. Mind you there are literally 4 options on their menu: whole chicken, half chicken, chicken bowl, and chicken "sandwich" (which is basically a shwarma wrap). Yet the 4+ kitchen staff apparently do not believe in any food prep. When we arrived, the place was completely empty. I tried to order for 6 people and was immediately told there are no half chickens and no chicken bowls available (as they ran out of bowls the day before) and didn't prepare any half chickens. I asked about the whole chicken (costing an offensive $30) and was told it would take minimum 30-40 minutes to prepare. My wife pulled a McGyver and ordered a chicken bowl -- and with some quick thinking used 2 takeout boxes, resemble something you'd get at Sweet Greens, to spread out the bowl order. Hell, judging by the Silver Diner door mats still on the floor from the last owners, the takeout boxes may have come from Sweet Greens! Who knows? But it only offered bitter reminders of two better options I could have gone with for the group lunch. Everyone else got stuck ordering the wrap, which was heavy handed on the garlic sauce with some pulled chicken. One positive: no vampires will bother us today after eating it. Finally, this establishment claims to be "Brazilian Lebanese" and yes, everyone wears yellow and green Brazil soccer jerseys. But the Brazilian food part must've been an afterthought. Absolutely nothing resembles Brazilian food -- at all. So forewarned, it's a gimmick apparently designed to disappoint customers- including my Brazilian wife. Huge letdown. Won't be back. read more

The food was worth the wait. I came on the opening weekend but food came out quick and it was delicious. read more

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Lemme tell you something about this spot... it's freaking AMAZING!!!!!!! the customer service was friendly and warm, the facility was clean and well organized. The food is really the standout feature. I got the half chicken and it tasted like perfection! Crispy, flavorful, and filling. It came with two sides and we got the rice and black beans. I'm Hispanic and I will tell you that these are the best beans I've had in the whole DMV. I could eat them plain. The fries were also fresh, well seasoned and crispy on the outside fluffy on the inside which is what I'm always looking for. I will say that the sandwich and bowl is on the pricey side but maybe it's worth the price and I'll be trying that next. I also had their kids strawberry banana smoothie and it was so fresh and yummy!! You can tell that they use quality ingredients which is key for smoothies and juices. I will definitely be back! Can't wait to try everything they have! Support this small business you won't regret it read more

Been a couple times for both the chicken wrap and açaí bowl. Both were worth, very tasty and fresh. Also, staff is super friendly and good vibes inside. read more

Today I had the pleasure of trying out Tio Pelé. Let me tell you, from the amazing service to the delicious entrees, I had, they did not disappoint. The tender, juicy chicken paired with their tasty, spicy green sauce was incredible. I also got the chicken wrap, and it was so tasty. Definitely recommend giving them a shot; it was so delicious. I will definitely be back. read more

Food and juices were delicious. The ambiance is great for a quick service restaurant.

Food was good , but they said eta 15-20 mins and once I got there around 25 mins later . I had to wait for my food for another 30 mins, we're def understaffed and only food item was not edible was the salad, with bitter vegetables and did not seem fresh at all. Would go back, but why need to improve service asap. Waiting over an hour overall is something that can be avoided with enough staffing . read more

Their Sol Tropical is the best! Great customer service and very clean place. Heba is amazing and very friendly.

This place needs to figure out its indoor seating. Either make it a culture of sharing tables, or remove the tables altogether. The food was ok, better chicken in the area, in my opinion. read more

The place is great. The food is so yummy. Heba wa very professional and friendly. She was nice. She is a great asset to the place. She deserves a rise read more

I wait almost for 30mn but it deserves to wait more the food is amazing delicious the sandwiches is big you can't finish it and the most important it's the costumes service specially YAHYA so nice and welcoming definitely I will come back read more