Food Near NVCC
Northern Virginia Community College students deserve better than campus vending machines and overpriced fast food. Taza Shawarma & Falafel is just 5 minutes from the NVCC Alexandria campus on Beauregard Street, serving authentic halal Mediterranean food at prices that actually work for student budgets.
Stone-oven pies from $6.95. Pita sandwiches under $10. Open until midnight for late-night study sessions. The food is fresh, the prices are fair, and we are ready when you are.
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NVCC and Taza: Five Minutes Apart
Northern Virginia Community College is the largest community college in Virginia and one of the largest in the United States, serving over 70,000 students across six campuses. The student body is among the most diverse in the nation, representing more than 180 countries. Students at NVCC are commuters, working professionals, parents, and recent high school graduates -- all sharing a need for affordable, accessible food that fits tight schedules and tighter budgets.
The NVCC Alexandria campus sits on Beauregard Street, just south of Seminary Road. Taza Shawarma & Falafel is located at 5820 Seminary Road in Falls Church -- roughly 2 miles and a 5-minute drive from the campus entrance. For NVCC Alexandria students, Taza is closer than most fast food chains and infinitely better. Head north on Beauregard, turn right on Seminary Road, and you are there.
The Annandale campus, NVCC's largest, is about 12-15 minutes from Taza via Route 236 (Little River Turnpike). Students heading toward Falls Church, Seven Corners, or Bailey's Crossroads after class pass right through the area. Taza is a natural stop for a proper meal before heading home or to a study session.
What makes Taza the right fit for NVCC students is simple: the food is fresh, halal certified, and priced for real budgets. Stone-oven pies start at $6.95. Full pita sandwiches are under $10. We are open until midnight every night -- long after campus dining closes and chain restaurants start winding down. For a community college population that includes evening students, late-night studiers, and working professionals with unpredictable schedules, those hours matter.
Why Students Choose Us
Why NVCC Students Love Taza
From the Alexandria campus to Annandale and beyond, NVCC students discover Taza and keep coming back. Here is why.
Prices That Work for Student Budgets
Stone-oven pies start at just $6.95. Full pita sandwiches run under $10. Two NVCC students can split a shawarma bowl and hummus for less than a chain combo meal each. Real food at real prices -- not overpriced cafeteria fare.
Fast Service Between Classes
NVCC students juggle classes, jobs, and commutes. Most Taza orders are ready in under 10 minutes. Order online for pickup and your food is waiting when you arrive. No wasted time in a slow line.
100% Halal Certified
NVCC has one of the most diverse student bodies in Virginia. For the large Muslim student community across all campuses, Taza is a trusted spot for halal food. Every protein is halal certified -- no exceptions, no ambiguity.
Open Until Midnight -- Every Night
Late-night study sessions, evening classes, and group projects run late. Taza is open until midnight seven days a week. Long after campus dining and most nearby restaurants have closed, we are still serving fresh food.
Scratch-Made, Never Reheated
This is not cafeteria food reheated from a freezer. Shawarma roasts on a vertical spit for hours. Falafel is fried fresh to order. Pita comes out of the oven warm. Pies are baked in a stone oven. Everything is prepared the way it should be.
Group-Friendly for Study Sessions
Need to feed a study group or club meeting? Order a mix of pies, hummus, and shawarma to share. Our menu has enough variety that vegetarian, vegan, and halal students all find something they love. Call ahead for large groups.
Top Picks for NVCC Students
Student Favorites with Real Prices
These are the items NVCC students order most. Every one is made fresh, served fast, and priced for a student budget. No surprises, no hidden fees.
Zaatar Manaeesh
$6.95The ultimate budget bite for NVCC students. A freshly baked flatbread from our stone oven brushed with fragrant zaatar, sesame seeds, and olive oil. Ready in minutes, easy to eat between classes, and costs less than a campus vending machine snack.
Falafel Pita
from $8.95Crispy chickpea falafel fried to order, loaded into warm house-baked pita with lettuce, tomato, cucumber, pickles, and tahini sauce. A complete vegetarian meal packed with protein. Under nine dollars for a real lunch that keeps you focused through afternoon lectures.
Chicken Shawarma Pita
from $9.95The number one seller with NVCC students. Marinated chicken, slow-roasted on the vertical spit for hours, sliced fresh and loaded into warm pita with garlic sauce, pickled turnips, and crisp vegetables. A filling, flavorful meal under ten dollars.
Chicken Shawarma Bowl
from $12.45The study session power meal. Generous portions of spit-roasted chicken shawarma over fluffy basmati rice or mixed greens. Topped with Arabic salad, pickled turnips, garlic sauce, and fresh herbs. High protein to fuel late-night studying.
Hummus
$4.95Silky-smooth hummus made fresh daily from chickpeas, tahini, lemon, and garlic. Served with warm pita bread for dipping. A shareable side or a light meal on its own. Perfect for group study snacking.
Avocado Boost
$5.95Thick, creamy avocado blended with banana, milk, and honey. Packed with healthy fats, potassium, and vitamins. Far more nourishing than an energy drink and way better tasting. Popular with NVCC students who need real fuel after a demanding day.
What $5, $10, or $15 Gets You at Taza
NVCC students know every dollar counts. Here is exactly what your money buys at Taza. No hidden fees, no surprise charges, no mandatory tips on counter service. Just real food at real prices.
Study Fuel
Meals for Every Study Scenario
Whether you are grabbing a quick bite between classes, fueling a group study session, or powering through a late-night cram, Taza has a meal that fits the moment and the budget.
The Between-Classes Bite
Under $5- Zaatar Pie ($6.95)
- Cheese Pie ($2.95)
- Spinach Pie ($2.95)
You have 30 minutes between classes and your stomach is growling. Grab a stone-oven pie from Taza. Hot, filling, and ready faster than any drive-through line. Two pies and you are set for under five dollars.
The Power Lunch
from $8.95 - from $12.45- Chicken Shawarma Pita (from $9.95)
- Falafel Pita (from $8.95)
- Any Bowl (from from $10.45)
A full, satisfying meal that keeps you energized through afternoon classes. High protein, real ingredients, and enough substance to keep you focused through a three-hour lab or an evening shift at work.
The Group Study Order
From $25 for 4 people- Assorted Pies Platter
- Hummus + Pita ($4.95)
- Mixed Shawarma Bowls
Studying with classmates? Order a spread of pies, hummus, and shawarma to share. Everyone picks what they want. More affordable per person than ordering individually, and way better than pizza from a chain.
The Late-Night Fuel
$5.95 - from $12.45- Smoothie + Pie Combo
- Chicken Shawarma Bowl (from $12.45)
- Wrap + Lemon Mint ($5.95)
Pulling an all-nighter before finals? Taza is open until midnight. Our smoothies give you quick energy while bowls and wraps provide sustained fuel. Skip the energy drinks and eat something real.
Late-Night Study Fuel -- Open Until Midnight
NVCC evening classes end at 9:45 PM. Study groups run until 11. Finals week pushes everyone to their limits. While campus facilities close and chain restaurants stop taking orders, Taza stays open until midnight, seven days a week.
Our shawarma spit keeps turning until close. Falafel is fried fresh, not pulled from a warming tray. Stone-oven pies come out hot at 11 PM the same way they do at noon. A 10 PM order from Taza gets the same quality as a lunchtime order. For NVCC students who need real food at real hours, Taza is the most reliable option within 5 minutes of the Alexandria campus.
Group Orders for Study Groups and Clubs
NVCC has hundreds of student clubs, honor societies, and study groups. Taza makes it easy to feed a group with authentic Mediterranean food that fits every dietary need and every budget.
Getting Here
Directions from NVCC Campuses
The NVCC Alexandria campus on Beauregard Street is the closest campus to Taza -- just a 5-minute drive. The Annandale campus is about 12-15 minutes away. Here are the routes.
NVCC Alexandria Campus (Beauregard St)
About 2 miles -- approximately 5 minutes- 1Exit the NVCC Alexandria campus heading north on Beauregard Street
- 2Turn right (east) onto Seminary Road
- 3Continue on Seminary Road for about 1 mile
- 4Taza is on the right at 5820 Seminary Rd in the shopping center
- 5Free parking available in the lot directly outside
NVCC Annandale Campus (Little River Tpke)
About 5 miles -- approximately 12-15 minutes- 1Exit the NVCC Annandale campus heading west on Little River Turnpike (Route 236)
- 2Continue on Route 236 toward Falls Church
- 3Turn right onto Seminary Road
- 4Follow Seminary Road about 1 mile to 5820 Seminary Rd
- 5Taza is in the shopping center on the right with free parking
NVCC Woodbridge / Manassas / Loudoun Campuses
Varies (20-40 min) -- approximately 20-40 minutes depending on campus- 1Take I-95 North or I-66 East toward Falls Church / Alexandria area
- 2Merge onto I-495 (Capital Beltway) toward Seminary Road
- 3Take Exit 52A for Seminary Road East
- 4Continue on Seminary Road for about 1 mile
- 5Taza is on the right at 5820 Seminary Rd
The Best Restaurant Near NVCC for Students
Northern Virginia Community College students deserve food that matches the quality of their education -- not overpriced campus vending machines or generic chain restaurants that treat every meal like an afterthought. Taza Shawarma & Falafel, located just 5 minutes from the NVCC Alexandria campus on Seminary Road in Falls Church, offers authentic halal Mediterranean food at prices that work for students paying tuition, buying textbooks, and managing real-world budgets.
Our specialty pies are the real standout for budget-conscious students. Starting at just $6.95 for a zaatar pie, you can grab a freshly baked, stone-oven pie that is infinitely better than anything from a vending machine or campus grab-and-go counter. Our cheese pies ($2.95) and sfiha meat pies ($2.95) are hearty enough to power you through a two-hour lecture. Grab two and you have a full snack for under $5.
For NVCC students looking for halal food, Taza is one of the most trusted halal restaurants in the Falls Church and Alexandria area. All our meats are halal certified, and we serve the diverse NVCC community with Lebanese and Mediterranean dishes that feel like home cooking. From chicken shawarma to beef kafta to falafel, every item meets strict quality and dietary standards.
NVCC is a commuter college. Students drive in from across Northern Virginia, attend classes, and head to work or home. Taza fits into that rhythm perfectly. The Alexandria campus on Beauregard Street is a 5-minute drive from our door. The Annandale campus is about 12-15 minutes. Students heading through Falls Church, Seven Corners, or Bailey's Crossroads pass right through our area. Order online, pick up on your way, and you are eating real food without breaking your schedule.
We are also a go-to for study groups and student organizations. Order a mix of pies, hummus plates, and shawarma bowls for your next study session, club meeting, or campus event. Our food travels well, has enough variety that everyone -- including vegetarian and vegan members -- finds something they love, and costs significantly less per person than ordering from a chain.
Open until midnight seven days a week, Taza is here when campus dining closes. Whether you need a quick bite between morning classes, a proper lunch during a break, dinner after an evening course, or late-night fuel for a finals study marathon, we have you covered with real food made from real ingredients at prices that respect your budget.
FAQ
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Visit Taza -- 5 Min from NVCC Alexandria
Address
5820 Seminary Rd Ste O, Falls Church, VA 22041
5 minutes from NVCC Alexandria Campus
12-15 minutes from NVCC Annandale Campus
Hours
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM -- Open 7 Days a Week
Open late for study sessions and evening classes
Better Than Campus Food. Way Better.
Fresh shawarma, crispy falafel, stone-oven pies from $6.95, and smoothies that actually taste like fruit. Five minutes from NVCC Alexandria. Order online, pick up between classes.