Halal Food Near Franconia, VA
Halal chicken and beef carved from a vertical spit, hand-formed falafel, oven-baked manaeesh, and a full Mediterranean menu -- 20 minutes north at 5820 Seminary Rd, Falls Church. Open until midnight.
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Why Franconia Families Drive to Taza
What Makes Taza the Halal Food Destination for Franconia
Taza offers what Franconia Road chains cannot: a vertical spit carved to order, falafel fried to order, oven-baked bread, and 100% halal meat on every order.
Vertical Spit Shawarma, Not Flat-Grilled Imitations
Franconia has fast-casual chains along Franconia Road and Beulah Street. None operate a traditional vertical rotisserie. Taza stacks seasoned chicken and beef onto a rotating vertical spit. The exterior caramelizes into a crisp shell while rendered fat bastes each layer below. That is what Franconia residents drive twenty minutes north for.
100% Halal -- Every Protein, Every Day
Franconia sits in a corridor with a growing Muslim population. At Taza, every cut of chicken and beef is halal, and there is no pork on the menu. No partial menus. The chicken tenders, the lahm bil ajin, the sfiha pies -- all halal. Franconia families eat here with full confidence.
Warm Spices, Carved to Order
Levantine shawarma seasoning traditionally uses warm spices such as cardamom, allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg, black pepper, coriander and cumin, often with yogurt and lemon. At Taza the chicken and beef turn on the vertical spit and are carved off when you order. That depth of flavor is something you cannot approximate on a flat grill.
Fresh Means Made to Order
Taza means fresh in Arabic. Pita comes out of the oven warm. Shawarma is carved off the spit to order. Falafel is formed from ground chickpeas and fried when you order it -- not batch-fried, not sitting under a heat lamp. And you pick from 14 free toppings, built at the counter.
A Full Mediterranean Menu for the Whole Family
Shawarma pitas and bowls for the meat eaters, falafel wraps for the vegetarians, chicken tenders for the kids, oven-baked manaeesh for anyone who wants Lebanese flatbread, and rice pudding for dessert. One stop, everyone is fed, and you are back on I-395 in under an hour.
Open Until Midnight, Seven Days a Week
Franconia commuters coming off the Metro. Families finishing late after kids' activities. Anyone heading home on I-95 or I-395 after a long shift. Taza stays open from 11 AM to midnight every single day. That late-night availability is rare at this quality level anywhere in the Franconia-Springfield corridor.
100% Halal
What Franconia Residents Can Order
Chicken or beef. Pita, shrak wrap, or bowl. Each starts with the same 12-hour marinade and the same hand-carved precision.
Chicken Shawarma Pita
Chicken seasoned with yogurt and warm spices, turned on the vertical spit, hand-carved to order. Tucked into oven-baked pita with garlic sauce, pickled turnips, and crisp vegetables.
$9.95
View DetailsBeef Shawarma Pita
Layers of seasoned beef pressed onto the spit with fat ribbons between each layer. The fat renders down as it rotates, keeping the meat rich and moist. Sliced thin into oven-baked pita with tahini and garlic sauce.
$9.95
View DetailsChicken Shawarma Bowl
Spit-roasted chicken over basmati rice or mixed greens. Topped with Arabic salad, pickled turnips, garlic sauce, and fresh herbs. High protein, no bread, full flavor.
$12.45
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Falafel Pita
Crispy on the outside, herb-green on the inside. Formed fresh from ground chickpeas and fried to order. Stuffed into warm pita with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, pickles, and tahini.
$8.95
View DetailsChicken Shawarma Shrak
Chicken shawarma rolled in shrak -- paper-thin flatbread baked on a convex dome. Lighter than pita, with a subtle chew. Layered with garlic sauce, pickled vegetables, sumac, and fresh greens.
$11.45
View DetailsBeef Shawarma Bowl
Spit-carved beef shawarma over basmati rice, greens, or hummus. Garnished with Arabic salad, pickles, tahini, and sumac. The heaviest hitter on the menu for hungry Franconia commuters.
$12.45
View DetailsFranconia Neighborhood Guide
Franconia, VA -- A Community That Deserves Better Halal Food
Franconia is a community in Fairfax County between Springfield and Rose Hill, anchored by the Franconia-Springfield Metro station and the I-95/I-395/I-495 interchange. Here is why Taza fills a gap in its halal dining landscape.
Franconia-Springfield Metro Station
The Blue and Yellow lines terminate at Franconia-Springfield. Taza is a 20-minute drive north via I-395 for commuters who want a real meal on the way home.
Franconia Road Corridor
Franconia Road runs east-west between Springfield and Rose Hill. The immediate dining options lean toward chains. Taza fills the gap for families who want authentic Mediterranean cooking.
Between Springfield & Kingstowne
Franconia sits between two major retail hubs. Taza adds a third destination -- one focused entirely on craft-prepared halal food -- just north on I-395.
Diverse Community, Diverse Dietary Needs
Franconia is among the most ethnically diverse areas in Fairfax County. Taza's 100% halal menu and broad Mediterranean offerings serve that diversity.
Why the 20-Minute Drive from Franconia Is Worth It
Franconia occupies a strategic position in southern Fairfax County. The Franconia-Springfield Metro station brings daily commuter traffic. Franconia Road connects Springfield to Alexandria. I-95 and I-395 pass directly through. Despite that connectivity, the immediate neighborhood has limited options for dedicated halal dining. The restaurants along Franconia Road lean toward chains and fast-casual franchises.
Taza sits about 20 minutes north via I-395. The route is direct: Franconia Road to the I-395 North on-ramp, Seminary Road exit, and you are at our door. That drive connects Franconia families to a restaurant that carves shawarma off a vertical spit, fries falafel to order, bakes bread in the oven, and builds every order at the counter.
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Start Here
Chicken Shawarma Pita -- $9.95
Getting Here from Franconia
Directions from Franconia to Taza
From Franconia Road, the Franconia-Springfield Metro, Kingstowne, Springfield, or Rose Hill -- six routes Franconia-area residents use to reach Taza at 5820 Seminary Rd, Falls Church.
Franconia Road / Beulah Street
North on I-395 to Seminary Rd exit
Head east on Franconia Road to the I-395 North on-ramp. Take I-395 North for about eight miles. Exit at Seminary Road and head west. Taza is on your right at 5820 Seminary Rd.
Franconia-Springfield Metro
North via Frontier Dr to I-395 N
Take Frontier Drive north to Franconia Road. Merge onto I-395 North. Exit Seminary Road and head west. A fast route for Metro commuters grabbing halal food on the way home.
Kingstowne / South Franconia
Beulah St north to Franconia Rd, I-395 N
From Kingstowne Towne Center, head north on Beulah Street to Franconia Road. Merge onto I-395 North. Exit Seminary Road. Under 25 minutes in normal traffic.
Springfield Town Center
North on I-395 to Seminary Rd exit
Take I-395 North from Springfield. Exit at Seminary Road and head west. Franconia and Springfield share the same I-395 on-ramp. Sixteen minutes door to door.
Rose Hill / Bush Hill
North on Van Dorn St to I-395 N
Take Van Dorn Street north to I-395 North. Exit Seminary Road. This route avoids Franconia Road congestion near the interchange.
Fort Belvoir
North on US-1 to I-395 N
Take US-1 North through Franconia to I-395 North. Exit at Seminary Road. For military families at Belvoir, Taza is open until midnight.
Beyond Shawarma
More Halal Food at Taza: The Full Menu
Our halal menu extends far beyond the spit. Oven-baked manaeesh, falafel, hummus, chicken tenders for the kids, and rice pudding. One stop for the whole Franconia family.
Lahm Bi Ajin Manaeesh
Lebanese meat flatbread with seasoned ground beef, onion, and parsley. Baked golden in our oven.
Zaatar Manaeesh
Flatbread brushed with zaatar, sesame, and olive oil. Baked in our oven until fragrant and golden.
Hummus
Velvety chickpea dip blended with tahini, lemon, garlic, finished with olive oil and paprika.
Cheese Manaeesh
Lebanese flatbread topped with melted cheese and baked in the oven until golden. Rich, simple, and easy to share.
Falafel Bowl
Crispy falafel over rice or greens, topped with Arabic salad, tahini, and olive oil. Vegetarian and satisfying.
Spinach Manaeesh
Lebanese flatbread topped with seasoned spinach and baked in the oven. A light, vegetarian bite.
Rice Pudding
Creamy rice pudding topped with pistachio. A cool, simple finish to a shawarma meal.
Avocado Boost
Creamy avocado blended with milk, honey, and mixed nuts. Packed with healthy fats and protein.
Serving Franconia & Beyond
Areas We Serve Across Northern Virginia
Taza is at 5820 Seminary Rd in Falls Church. Here is how far Franconia and surrounding areas are from your next halal meal.
Franconia
Franconia Rd to I-395 North
Springfield
I-395 North to Seminary Rd
Kingstowne
Beulah St to I-395 North
Rose Hill
Van Dorn St to I-395 N
Fort Belvoir
US-1 N to I-395 N
Alexandria
Van Dorn St north
Annandale
Columbia Pike east
Falls Church
We are right here
Arlington
Straight shot via I-395
Delivery & Pickup
Halal Food for Franconia VA: Pickup and Catering
Order online for pickup and it is ready when you arrive, with free parking at the door. Catering for 10 to 200+ guests can be delivered across Franconia, Springfield, Kingstowne, and Rose Hill.
Order Online for Pickup
Order online for pickup through Clover and collect it at the counter. Free parking at the door.
Catering Delivery
Catering for 10 to 200+ guests, with delivery to Franconia, Springfield, Kingstowne, and Rose Hill.
Free Parking
Free parking at the door at 5820 Seminary Rd. Park, pick up, and head back down I-395.
Address
5820 Seminary Rd Ste O, Falls Church, VA 22041
Hours
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Phone
(703) 340-1014From Franconia
20 min via I-395 N
Common Questions
Halal Food Franconia VA: Your Questions Answered
Where can I find halal food near Franconia VA?
Taza Shawarma & Falafel at 5820 Seminary Rd, Falls Church, VA is about 20 minutes north of Franconia via I-395. Every meat item is 100% halal. Open 7 days a week, 11 AM to midnight.
How long is the drive from Franconia to Taza?
From Franconia Road and Beulah Street, about 20 minutes via I-395 North. Take the Seminary Road exit west. From the Franconia-Springfield Metro it is about 18 minutes. From Kingstowne about 22 minutes.
Is Taza fully halal?
Every item on the menu is halal. Every cut of chicken and beef is halal, and no non-halal meat is served. This applies to shawarma, chicken tenders, lahm bil ajin, sfiha pies, and all meat items.
Does Taza deliver to Franconia VA?
Everyday orders are pickup: order online through our Clover ordering page and your food is ready when you arrive, with free parking at the door. Catering orders for 10 to 200+ guests can be delivered to Franconia with advance notice. Call (703) 340-1014 to arrange it.
What halal food can I get near Franconia-Springfield Metro?
Taza Shawarma & Falafel is about 18 minutes north of the Franconia-Springfield Metro station via I-395. We offer 100% halal chicken shawarma, beef shawarma, falafel, manaeesh, hummus, bowls, and more. Open until midnight seven days a week.
Does Taza have vegetarian options for Franconia diners?
Yes. Our menu includes crispy falafel (in pita, shrak wrap, or bowl), creamy hummus, smoky baba ghanouj, zaatar manaeesh, cheese manaeesh, spinach manaeesh, spinach pies, cheese pies, veggie pies, and multiple smoothies. The falafel is fried to order.
Can I order halal catering from Taza for events in Franconia?
Yes. Taza provides halal catering across Franconia, Springfield, Kingstowne, Fort Belvoir, and all of Northern Virginia. Shawarma platters, falafel trays, hummus spreads, and full buffets. Call (703) 340-1014 to discuss your event.
Franconia: Your Halal Food Destination Is 20 Minutes Away
100% halal. Vertical spit shawarma. Hand-carved to order. Oven-baked pita. Open until midnight. Taza Shawarma & Falafel, 5820 Seminary Rd, Falls Church, VA.