The Best Food Near Pentagon City
Pentagon City has the mall, the Metro, Amazon HQ2, and some of the densest office space in Northern Virginia. What it does not have is a proper shawarma restaurant.
Taza Shawarma & Falafel in Falls Church fills that gap. Fresh halal shawarma carved off the spit, hand-formed falafel fried to order, and stone-oven manaeesh -- all 15 minutes from Pentagon City. Order online for pickup, get delivery to your Pentagon City address, or make the short drive.
15 Minutes Away, A Different Standard
Why Pentagon City Chooses Taza
Two Vertical Spits Running All Day
Pentagon City Mall food court serves reheated protein from steam trays. Taza runs two full-sized vertical spits -- one chicken, one beef -- rotating beside open flame from 11 AM until midnight. The meat is shaved off the spit the second you order. That distinction matters in the final product.
15 Minutes from Pentagon City Mall
Take Army Navy Drive to I-395 South, exit at Seminary Road, and pull into our lot. During a standard lunch window, that is 12 to 15 minutes depending on traffic. Order ahead on our website and your food is carved and ready when you walk in the door.
Certified Halal -- Every Single Item
Pentagon City has a large and growing population of residents and workers who require halal dining. All meats at Taza come from certified halal suppliers. There is no split sourcing, no asterisks, no exceptions. The certification applies to every cut served every day.
Made Fresh That Morning, Not Last Week
The hummus is blended before service. The pita comes out of the oven fresh. The falafel is formed from raw chickpea batter and fried to order -- not reheated from a warming drawer. The garlic sauce is made in-house daily. Taza means fresh in Arabic. That is what the name promises.
12-Hour Overnight Marinade
Every batch of chicken and beef soaks overnight in a proprietary blend of yogurt, lemon juice, and a seven-spice mix: cardamom, allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg, black pepper, coriander, and cumin. Twelve hours minimum. That slow infusion of flavor is what separates real shawarma from imitations.
Owner-Operated, Not Corporate-Managed
Taza is not a franchise. It is an independent, family-run restaurant where the owners are in the building. That means consistent quality, accountability on every plate, and a kitchen that treats regulars from Pentagon City like neighbors -- because many of them are.
What Pentagon City Orders Most
Top Dishes for Pentagon City Customers
These are the items Pentagon City residents and workers order on repeat. Every dish is made fresh and available for pickup or delivery.
Chicken Shawarma Pita
Best SellerThe most-ordered item by Pentagon City regulars. Chicken marinated overnight in yogurt and seven spices, slow-roasted on the vertical spit, hand-carved to order. Stuffed into warm pita with garlic sauce, pickled turnips, and fresh vegetables. Filling without being heavy.
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Chicken Shawarma Bowl
Protein PackedThe go-to for Amazon HQ2 workers tracking macros. Generous chicken shawarma over basmati rice or mixed greens, topped with Arabic salad, pickled turnips, garlic sauce, and fresh herbs. High protein, adjustable carbs, and genuinely satisfying.
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Beef Shawarma Shrak
Premium WrapSeasoned beef layered on the spit with ribbons of fat between each layer. As it rotates, the fat renders down, basting the meat continuously. Carved thin, rolled in paper-thin shrak flatbread with tahini, garlic sauce, and pickled vegetables. Richer and more savory than pita-based options.
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Falafel Pita
VegetarianCrispy on the outside, herb-green on the inside. Formed from raw chickpeas, fresh parsley, cilantro, and aromatic spices, then deep-fried to order. Tucked into warm pita with tahini, lettuce, tomato, and pickles. A serious vegetarian sandwich, not an afterthought.
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Beef Shawarma Bowl
Hearty BowlSlow-roasted beef shawarma over basmati rice, mixed greens, or hummus. Garnished with Arabic salad, pickles, tahini, and sumac. Rich enough to carry you through a full afternoon. One of the more substantial options for dinner after a Pentagon City shopping trip.
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Zaatar Manaeesh
TraditionalWarm flatbread brushed with a fragrant blend of dried thyme, toasted sesame, sumac, and extra-virgin olive oil, baked in our stone oven. A Lebanese staple that Pentagon City first-timers often discover here and then order every visit.
$6.95
DetailsUnderstanding the Neighborhood
Pentagon City Deserves Better Food Options
Pentagon City is one of the fastest-growing neighborhoods in Arlington County. Amazon HQ2 brought thousands of tech workers to National Landing. The Pentagon itself employs tens of thousands. New residential towers keep going up along South Hayes Street and South Joyce Street.
The dining options have not kept pace. The Fashion Centre food court covers fast food. Pentagon Row has a handful of sit-down restaurants. But for authentic, fresh, halal Mediterranean food -- real shawarma off a vertical spit, real falafel fried to order, real hummus blended that morning -- Pentagon City residents consistently drive to Taza.
We are 15 minutes away on Seminary Road in Falls Church. The drive is straightforward: I-395 South, Seminary Road exit, right into our lot. Free parking, open until midnight, and every order made fresh. That is the trade Pentagon City customers make, and the reviews confirm they think it is worth it.
Amazon HQ2
Thousands of tech workers within walking distance of Pentagon City Metro
Fashion Centre at Pentagon City
Major regional mall with hundreds of stores and a food court that closes early
The Pentagon
Department of Defense headquarters, directly adjacent to the neighborhood
Pentagon Row
Mixed-use complex with restaurants, shops, and residential units on South Joyce Street
Growing Residential Population
New high-rise apartment buildings bringing thousands of new residents annually
Pentagon City Metro Station
Blue and Yellow line access connecting to National Landing and Crystal City
Built for Pentagon City Schedules
Meal Ideas for Pentagon City
Whether it is a quick lunch pickup between meetings, a post-mall dinner, or a full team catering order, here is how Pentagon City customers use Taza.
The Quick Lunch Run
$13.90Chicken Shawarma Pita + Fries
Order online from your desk at Amazon HQ2. Drive 15 minutes to Taza. Your pita is wrapped and ready. Eat in the car or back at the office. The pita holds together cleanly -- no fork required.
The Post-Mall Dinner
$17.35Beef Shawarma Shrak + Hummus + Pita Bread
After hours at the Fashion Centre, skip the food court and drive 15 minutes for a real dinner. Beef shawarma shrak wrap with a side of smooth hummus and warm pita for scooping.
The Macro-Friendly Bowl
$18.40Chicken Shawarma Bowl + Lemon Mint
High protein, low processed carbs. Chicken shawarma bowl over greens with Arabic salad and a lemon mint drink on the side. Pentagon City gym-goers order this one on repeat.
The Team Catering Order
Custom quoteShawarma platters + Falafel tray + Hummus & Pita + Baklava
Feeding a Pentagon City office? Call us for custom catering platters. We deliver shawarma trays, falafel, sides, and desserts for groups of 10 to 200. Popular with Amazon and defense contractor teams.
Complete Your Order
Sides, Dips, and Desserts
Every great shawarma meal needs the right supporting cast. These are the sides and extras that Pentagon City customers add to their orders most often.
Hummus
$4.95Smooth chickpea dip blended with tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil. Served with warm pita. A staple side order for Pentagon City regulars.
Baba Ghanouj
$4.95Fire-roasted eggplant blended with tahini, lemon, and garlic. Smoky, creamy, and rich. Pairs with everything on the menu.
Labneh
$4.95Thick strained yogurt drizzled with olive oil and dried mint. Tangy, probiotic-rich, and refreshing alongside heavy shawarma dishes.
Rice Pudding
$2.95Layers of phyllo pastry, crushed pistachios, walnuts, and rose-water honey syrup. The traditional ending to a proper Mediterranean meal.
Rice Pudding
$2.95Creamy rice pudding slow-cooked with whole milk, sweetened with sugar, and perfumed with rose water and cinnamon. Comfort food in a bowl.
Avocado Boost
$5.95Ripe avocado blended with milk, honey, and mixed nuts. Rich in healthy fats and protein. One of our bestselling smoothies among the health-conscious Pentagon City crowd.
A Straight Shot on I-395
How to Get Here from Pentagon City
Taza is on Seminary Road in Falls Church, directly off the I-395 Seminary Road exit. Here are step-by-step directions from key Pentagon City starting points.
Pentagon City Mall
14 minExit the mall onto Army Navy Drive. Head west and merge onto I-395 South. Take exit 3A for Seminary Road. Turn right on Seminary Rd -- Taza is on the right in the shopping center.
Amazon HQ2 / National Landing
15 minHead south on South Eads Street or South Clark Street. Merge onto I-395 South via Army Navy Drive. Take Seminary Road exit 3A. Taza is on your right.
The Pentagon
13 minExit onto I-395 South from the Pentagon parking lot. Take exit 3A for Seminary Road. Head east on Seminary Rd. We are in the shopping center on the right.
Pentagon Row
14 minHead south on South Joyce Street. Turn right onto Army Navy Drive. Merge onto I-395 South. Take Seminary Road exit. Taza is right off the exit on the right side.
Crystal City
15 minTake Crystal Drive to 23rd Street South. Merge onto I-395 South. Take exit 3A for Seminary Road. Follow Seminary Rd east -- Taza is on the right.
Pentagon City Metro Station
14 min by carHead west on Army Navy Drive. Get on I-395 South. Take Seminary Road exit 3A. Turn right on Seminary Rd. Free parking right in front of the restaurant.
Skip the Drive
Delivery and Takeout to Pentagon City
Do not want to leave Pentagon City? Order Taza for delivery to your apartment, office, or hotel room.
Online Pickup
Place your order on our website before leaving Pentagon City. By the time you arrive, your food is carved, wrapped, and waiting. No line, no wait.
DoorDash
Get Taza delivered to your Pentagon City apartment, office, or hotel. Our shawarma and bowls are among the top-rated DoorDash items in the 22202 area.
Uber Eats
Order through Uber Eats for delivery to any Pentagon City address. Fresh Mediterranean food at your door, typically within 30-40 minutes.
Catering Delivery
We deliver catering platters to Pentagon City offices, conference rooms, and event spaces. Shawarma trays, falafel, hummus, and desserts for groups of any size.
Minutes from All of These
Close to Pentagon City Landmarks
Taza is a short drive from every major destination in the Pentagon City and National Landing area. Here is what is nearby.
Fashion Centre at Pentagon City
Amazon HQ2
The Pentagon
Pentagon Row
Pentagon City Metro
National Landing
Crystal City
Long Bridge Park
Army Navy Country Club
Virginia Highlands Park
Pentagon Centre
South Joyce Street Corridor
40+ Items on the Menu
A Full Mediterranean Menu, Not Just Shawarma
Shawarma is what Taza is known for, but the menu goes much deeper than that. The stone oven turns out zaatar manaeesh, lahm bil ajin, cheese manaeesh, and spinach flatbreads. The sides counter has hummus, baba ghanouj, labneh, and tabbouleh. The pastry case holds sfiha pies, spinach pies, cheese pies, and zaatar pies -- all hand-folded and baked fresh.
For drinks, there are ten smoothie and juice options, from the rich Avocado Boost to the bright Lemon Mint. For dessert, baklava with pistachio and rose-water syrup, or creamy rice pudding with cinnamon. A kids menu with chicken tenders and cheese pizza covers the younger crowd.
Common Questions
Pentagon City Dining FAQs
How far is Taza from Pentagon City?
Taza Shawarma & Falafel is located on Seminary Road in Falls Church, approximately 15 minutes from Pentagon City by car. Take I-395 South to the Seminary Road exit. The restaurant is in a shopping center with free parking.
Does Taza deliver to Pentagon City apartments?
Yes. Taza delivers to all Pentagon City addresses through DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub. We also handle direct catering deliveries for Pentagon City offices and events. Delivery typically takes 30-40 minutes.
Is everything at Taza halal?
Yes. All meats at Taza are sourced from certified halal suppliers. There is no mixed sourcing. This applies to every chicken and beef item on the menu, every day.
What should I order on my first visit?
Start with the Chicken Shawarma Pita ($9.95) -- it is the best seller for a reason. Add a side of hummus ($4.95) and a piece of cake ($4.95) for the full experience. If you prefer a bowl, the Chicken Shawarma Bowl ($12.45) is equally popular.
Can Taza cater our Pentagon City office lunch?
Absolutely. We provide catering for groups of 10 to 200+. Popular packages include shawarma platters, falafel trays, hummus and pita spreads, and baklava dessert trays. Call us at (703) 340-1014 for custom quotes and delivery scheduling.
What are Taza's hours?
Taza is open from 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM (midnight), seven days a week. That makes us available for late dinners after Pentagon City Mall closes at 8 PM, or for late-night orders when most food court options are already shut down.
Is there parking at Taza?
Yes. Taza is located in a shopping center on Seminary Road with a large, free parking lot directly in front of the restaurant. No parking garages, no meters, no circling the block.
Does Taza have vegetarian options?
Yes. Our falafel is made from scratch and available as a pita ($8.95), shrak wrap ($9.95), or bowl ($10.45). We also serve hummus, baba ghanouj, labneh, zaatar manaeesh, spinach manaeesh, and multiple vegetarian pies. About a third of our menu is vegetarian.
Visit Taza on Seminary Road
Taza Shawarma & Falafel is located in a shopping center on Seminary Road in Falls Church, directly off the I-395 Seminary Road exit. Free parking lot in front of the restaurant. Open seven days a week until midnight.
5820 Seminary Rd Ste O, Falls Church, VA 22041
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM -- Open 7 Days a Week
Pentagon City, Your Shawarma Is Ready
Fresh halal Mediterranean food, 15 minutes from Pentagon City. Order online for pickup or delivery, or make the drive to Seminary Road for the best shawarma, falafel, hummus, and manaeesh in the area.