Halal Food Near the Pentagon
Taza Shawarma & Falafel sits just off I-395 on Seminary Road in Falls Church. A straight shot from the Pentagon, Pentagon City, and Crystal City. Certified halal shawarma, hand-formed falafel, fresh-baked pita, and a 14-topping bar -- all ready in minutes.
Open 11 AM to midnight, seven days a week. Dine in, pick up, or get it delivered to your office.
Built for Your Schedule
Halal Lunch for the Pentagon Workforce
Tens of thousands of people work in and around the Pentagon every day. The cafeteria gets old fast. Taza is the halal alternative that actually tastes like something.
Pentagon & DoD Workers
You have 30 minutes for lunch and zero tolerance for bland cafeteria food. Taza is a quick drive from the Pentagon with fresh shawarma plates ready in minutes. Real food, real fast.
Defense Contractors
Offices in Pentagon City, Crystal City, and Rosslyn are packed with defense and tech contractors. Taza delivers and caters to all three corridors. Feed the entire floor.
Military Personnel
Fort Myer, Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, and the Pentagon all sit within a short radius. Halal-certified food that meets your dietary standards without compromise.
Office Catering & Team Lunches
Hosting a working lunch or all-hands meeting? Taza catering platters serve 10-50 people with shawarma, falafel, hummus, and pita. Everyone eats well, including those who eat halal.
Our Halal Promise
What Halal Means at Taza
Halal is not a marketing label for us. It is the foundation of how we operate. The word halal means "permissible" in Arabic, and in food terms it refers to meat sourced from animals raised humanely, fed natural diets, and processed according to Islamic law.
For the large Muslim community working in and around the Pentagon -- and for anyone who values ethical sourcing and clean food preparation -- halal certification is not optional. It is essential. Taza meets that standard every single day.
Certified Halal Meat
Every cut of chicken and beef at Taza comes from certified halal suppliers. The animals are raised and processed according to Islamic guidelines. No exceptions, no shortcuts.
No Cross-Contamination
Our kitchen is exclusively halal. There is no pork on the premises. No shared fryers, no shared prep surfaces with non-halal products. The entire operation is halal from storage to service.
Fresh, Transparent Sourcing
We source from suppliers we know and trust. Our community depends on us to maintain this standard, and we take that seriously. Ask our staff about any ingredient -- we will tell you exactly where it comes from.
100% Halal Certified
Every meat, every day
Pentagon Lunch Picks
8 Menu Items Built for a Pentagon Lunch Break
You need food that is fast, filling, and actually good. These are the items Pentagon-area workers order most. All halal. All made fresh when you order.
Chicken Shawarma Pita
Fastest option on the menu. Perfectly portable for eating at your desk. One hand on the pita, the other on your keyboard.
from $9.95
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Chicken Shawarma Bowl
Protein-heavy, clean fuel for a long afternoon of meetings. Rice base keeps you full without the crash.
from $12.45
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Beef Shawarma Shrak
The shrak wrap is massive. One wrap handles lunch and kills any temptation to snack at 3 PM. Serious portion.
from $11.45
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Falafel Pita
Vegetarian, halal, and ready in minutes. A go-to for meatless days or anyone who just loves good falafel.
from $8.95
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Falafel Bowl
Light enough for a midday meal, filling enough to power through to dinner. Great with the tahini drizzle.
from $10.45
OrderBeef Shawarma Bowl
Premium beef over rice with all the fixings. This is the meal you bring back to the office when you want coworkers asking where you went.
from $12.45
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Zaatar Manaeesh
Add it as a side or grab it solo for a light bite. At $4.95 it is the best snack deal near the Pentagon.
$6.95
Order
Lahm Bi Ajin Manaeesh
Lebanese meat flatbread. Grab two of these and a drink for a quick, satisfying meal under $20.
$8.95
OrderOffice Catering
Catering for Pentagon City, Crystal City & Rosslyn Offices
Team lunches, client meetings, all-hands gatherings. Taza catering handles groups of 8 to 50+ with platters that cover halal, vegetarian, and every appetite in the room.
Team Lunch Platter
Serves 8-12 people
Includes
Mixed shawarma (chicken + beef), rice, hummus, pita, Arabic salad, garlic and tahini sauces
Ideal For
Weekly team lunches, project kickoffs, informal meetings
Executive Meeting Spread
Serves 15-25 people
Includes
Shawarma platters, falafel tray, hummus & baba ghanouj, manaeesh, mixed greens, assorted dips, pita bread
Ideal For
Client presentations, leadership meetings, VIP events
Large Office Event
Serves 30-50+ people
Includes
Full shawarma station, falafel bar, sides buffet, specialty pies, baklava, beverages
Ideal For
All-hands meetings, holiday gatherings, promotion celebrations, office parties
Ready to Order Catering?
Call us directly to discuss your event, group size, and dietary needs. We handle setup and can accommodate custom requests. Most orders need just 24 hours of advance notice.
Directions
How to Get to Taza from the Pentagon
Seminary Road in Falls Church. One exit off I-395 South. Free parking lot right in front. No parking garages, no meters, no circling the block.
By Car via I-395
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Exit the Pentagon south lot onto I-395 South
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Take Exit 3 for Seminary Road
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Head east on Seminary Road for 1.5 miles
- 4
Taza is on your right in the Bailey's Crossroads shopping center
By Metro + Short Ride
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Pentagon Metro station (Blue/Yellow lines)
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Take Blue line to Van Dorn Street direction or ride-share from station
- 3
Quick 8-minute drive from Pentagon City Metro to our door
- 4
Or order ahead and pick up on your commute home
From Pentagon City / Crystal City
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Head south on S Hayes St toward Army Navy Dr
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Merge onto I-395 South
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Take Seminary Road exit, head east
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Taza is 1.5 miles down on the right side
Distance from Pentagon-Area Landmarks
The Pentagon
4.5 miles -- 12 min drive
Pentagon City Mall
4 miles -- 10 min drive
Crystal City
5 miles -- 12 min drive
Rosslyn
5 miles -- 13 min drive
Fort Myer
5 miles -- 14 min drive
Arlington National Cemetery
5 miles -- 13 min drive
Reagan National Airport
6 miles -- 14 min drive
Ballston
4 miles -- 10 min drive
Customize Every Meal
14-Topping Self-Serve Bar
Every order at Taza passes through our toppings bar. Fourteen fresh toppings. You choose what goes on. Load up on pickled turnips and hot sauce, or keep it clean with fresh vegetables and tahini. Your meal, your rules.
The Taza Difference
Why Taza Beats Pentagon Cafeteria Food
Real Shawarma, Not Reheated Protein
Our chicken and beef rotate on vertical spits all day. Sliced to order. The difference between Taza shawarma and cafeteria grilled chicken is the difference between a meal and a chore.
15-Minute Lunch Run
Pentagon to Taza: 12 minutes. Ordering takes 2 minutes. Food is ready in 5-8. You can leave the Pentagon, eat a real meal, and be back at your desk inside an hour.
Under $13 for a Full Meal
A shawarma bowl with rice, protein, toppings, and sauces runs $12.45. A pita sandwich is $9.95. Sides start at $0.85. Real food at a reasonable price point.
4.8 Stars on Yelp (92 Reviews)
Pentagon City, Crystal City, and Arlington residents consistently rate Taza among the best halal restaurants in Northern Virginia. That is not marketing -- it is Google, Yelp, and DoorDash feedback.
Everything Made Fresh Daily
Hummus, falafel, pita bread, sauces -- all made in-house, from scratch, every single day. Nothing frozen, nothing pre-packaged, nothing sitting under a heat lamp for hours.
Open Until Midnight
Late at the office? Working a long shift? Taza is open 11 AM to midnight, seven days a week. Halal food available when most restaurants near the Pentagon have already closed.
Delivery & Takeout
Get Taza Delivered to the Pentagon Area
Cannot leave the office? No problem. Order delivery through DoorDash, Uber Eats, or Grubhub. Or place your order online and pick it up on your commute.
Online Pickup
Order on our website. Pick up when you arrive. Skip the line entirely. Hot and ready.
DoorDash
Taza on DoorDash. Delivered to Pentagon City, Crystal City, Rosslyn, and all of Arlington.
Uber Eats
Order through Uber Eats for fast delivery to your office or home in the Pentagon area.
Catering Delivery
We deliver catering directly to your office. Pentagon City, Crystal City, and Rosslyn coverage.
Common Questions
Pentagon Halal Food FAQs
How far is Taza from the Pentagon?
Taza is approximately 4.5 miles from the Pentagon, about a 12-minute drive via I-395 South to the Seminary Road exit. It is also accessible from Pentagon City and Crystal City in roughly 10 minutes.
Is Taza's food certified halal?
Yes. All meat served at Taza is certified halal. Our kitchen is pork-free with no cross-contamination. We are one of the most trusted halal restaurants serving the Pentagon and Northern Virginia area.
Do you deliver to Pentagon City offices?
Yes. We deliver catering orders to Pentagon City, Crystal City, Rosslyn, and surrounding office buildings. For individual orders, Taza is available on DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub with delivery to the Pentagon City area.
What is the fastest halal lunch I can get near the Pentagon?
Our pita sandwiches -- Chicken Shawarma Pita ($9.95) and Falafel Pita ($8.95) -- are the quickest options. Order online before you leave the office, and it will be ready when you arrive. Total time: about 15 minutes door to door from Pentagon City.
Can you cater a meeting at a Pentagon City office?
Absolutely. We cater events from 8 to 50+ people throughout Pentagon City, Crystal City, and Rosslyn. Our platters include shawarma, falafel, hummus, sides, and desserts. Call us at (703) 340-1014 or order through our website to arrange catering.
Do you have vegetarian options?
Yes. Our falafel pita, falafel bowl, falafel shrak wrap, hummus, baba ghanouj, zaatar manaeesh, and spinach manaeesh are all vegetarian. The falafel is also vegan-friendly. Every vegetarian item is clearly marked on our menu.
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 meters, no garages, no hassle. Pull in, park, and walk right up.
What are your hours?
Taza is open from 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM (midnight), seven days a week. That means you can grab halal food after work, after evening events, or on weekend outings. We are here when you need us.
Visit Taza
Seminary Road, Falls Church
Taza Shawarma & Falafel is located in the Bailey's Crossroads area of Falls Church, directly off Seminary Road. One exit south of the Pentagon on I-395. Free parking, quick in and out, and 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
Free parking lot directly in front of the restaurant
Pentagon Workers -- Fresh Halal Food Awaits
Twelve minutes from the Pentagon. Certified halal. Made fresh. Open until midnight. Taza Shawarma & Falafel on Seminary Road in Falls Church.