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    4.6 (28 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Bowl with Pita (12.99) Mint Lemonade (3.99)
    Monica S.

    (+) clean (-) pricey for what was given, food didn't agree with me Yafa Grille is located in Liberty Center in Lorton across from the Lidl. Plenty of parking in the shared public lot. It seemed to be the most popular choice on the particular Sunday I went, The guy who helped me make my bowl was very kind and explained what things were. The guy who was ringing me up- didn't acknowledge me and the guy making my bowl had to tell him multiple times what bowl I got. When I went back to ask for the bathroom and a lid for my bowl- I had to wait as he was looking down at his phone and then starting a discussion with his colleague before acknowledging me- when he clearly saw I was there. I got the Chicken Shawarma Bowl with Pita for $12.99, I asked for a drink and it was $3.99 ending up at $18 for a meal. A little pricey for the quantity- also the meal didn't agree with me and my stomach was suffering for the next couple of days. A bit of a different concept than kabob station down the road- but will probably choose kabob station over yafa.

    Bowl
    Usamah N.

    Mediterranean style chipotle! Lots of fresh options and lots to choose from gyro, shawarma, shrimp, to fresh kabob made to order. I had the gyro and shawarma and both were delicious paired with the eggplant, cauliflower, hummus, and baba ghanoush. Definitely recommend trying! Worth the drive!

    Gyro bowl with all the toppings. It was soooo delicious!! I will definitely be back!!
    Senait H.

    The food is absolutely fresh, delicious and just superb. The service and pricing is also incredible and always consistent. Thank you so much.

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    Michele F.

    I was looking for someplace to stop on my drive back to Richmond from Baltimore. When this popped up on Yelp, I decided to give it a try. I told the man behind the counter that this was my first time here and he walked me through all the options to add to my bowl. It was a bit frustrating that for a number of items I chose, he only added about a half a spoonful to my bowl. I ended up with a bowl of ingredients that were not even as tall as the paper bowl they were served in. As I ate, I watched a man order a bowl and it was overflowing with ingredients. The flavors were good, but I wasn't able to really taste everything I added to my bowl because the amounts were so small. The bowl itself wasn't all that big, so I left feeling hungry. This is kind of the same idea as Mezeh in Richmond, but at Mezeh, they give you a generous serving for a lower price. I don't think I'd go back to this place if I were ever in the area.

    Steak and lamb shawarma
    Michael A.

    WOW. Unbelievably good. So fresh and flavorful, balanced, and authentic. Really incredible couldn't more strongly recommend.

    Chicken bowl

    Our family loves this place! Friendly staff, clean establishment, & fresh delicious ingredients. It will definitely continue to be on our regular rotation.

    Chicken Kebob wrap with fries
    Amber L.

    The food is very flavorful! The fries are also amazing!!! Definitely a must try!! Plenty of seating and excellent customer service.

    We were in the area for about a month and Yafa was our lifeline. The owners are so kind and they actually care about their customers. Everything is made fresh and from scratch. It's quite honestly the most nourishing meal I have gotten out in a very long time. It's very inviting on the inside. We have eaten there and taken it home. The food also holds up very well in the fridge and tastes great the next day! Our go-to has been the chicken kebab bowl with pita. I do 1/2 rice and 1/2 mixed greens with almost every topping. I definitely recommend the cucumber dressing! You can get it on the side. The Yafa fries are also amazing, we get the Za'atar seasoning on them and it's to die for (if you like Za'atar). The falafel is also noteworthy along with the Egyptian rice (sweet desert).

    Grilled Shrimp bowl with lemon garlic vinaigrette and olive oil , balaclava, vanilla sweet rice pudding, homemade pita
    Chrisi L.

    Omg! One of the best Mediterranean restaurants that I have ever been too. Everything is made in house. Small business owner. I am so happy you all are in Virginia! Everything was delicious and fresh! The lemon garlic vinaigrette and olive oil on the grilled shrimp bowl is a must try!! Service was amazing! Ambiance was family friendly. Thank you for the recommendation! Will return!

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    23 days ago

    Very fresh food . Very nice service from the guys . Highly recommend this rather new place.

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    Always friendly and always delicious food! I love that it is not a chain and that the food is all homemade. Highly recommend!

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    6 months ago

    Delicious Mediterranean food, great portions, and amazing service at Yafa Grille !!!!!!!!!!

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    3 months ago

    This place was the best place I have gone to, best shawarma I've had in a long time. The service was good and so was the food. 10/10.

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    5 months ago

    Super nice and helpful staff. Completely professional and knowledgeable on the menu. Easygoing great people. Must try if you're in the area.

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    11 months ago

    Cute new spot! Ordering process feels like a Cava or a Mezeh, with a very authentic outcome.

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