Halal Restaurant Near Alexandria, VA
Alexandria families searching for authentic halal food have found their answer. Taza Shawarma & Falafel in Falls Church serves 100% certified halal shawarma, falafel, and Mediterranean dishes -- all made fresh daily with family recipes from the Middle East. Just 15-20 minutes from Old Town, Del Ray, and Kingstowne.
Our Halal Promise
Authentic Halal Food Alexandria Residents Trust
At Taza, halal is not a marketing label -- it is a commitment woven into every aspect of our operation, from sourcing to serving.
Certified Halal Meats
Every cut of chicken and beef at Taza is sourced from certified halal suppliers. We verify certifications regularly and never deviate from our halal sourcing standards.
Traditional Preparation
Our meats are hand-stacked on vertical spits daily, marinated in our family's proprietary spice blend, and slow-roasted the traditional way. No pre-formed doner cones, no shortcuts.
Fresh, Never Frozen
From pita baked in-house to the 14-item fresh toppings bar, nothing at Taza comes from a freezer. Alexandria families trust us because they can taste the freshness.
Clean Kitchen Practices
Our kitchen follows strict halal practices in food handling, preparation, and storage. There is no cross-contamination with non-halal items because we do not carry any.
Family Recipe Since Day One
The marinade, the sauces, the spice blends -- these are family recipes brought from the Middle East. Authentic flavor that Alexandria residents recognize from back home.
Trusted by the Community
Hundreds of Muslim families across Alexandria, Arlington, and Fairfax trust Taza for their halal food. Check our Google and Yelp reviews to see what the community says.
Alexandria Favorites
Popular Halal Dishes for Alexandria Customers
These are the halal dishes that Alexandria residents order most. Every item is freshly prepared with certified halal ingredients.
Chicken Shawarma Pita
$9.95Overnight-marinated halal chicken, slow-roasted on a vertical spit and shaved fresh per order. Served in warm pita with garlic sauce, pickled turnips, and your choice from our 14-topping bar.
Beef Shawarma Shrak Wrap
$11.45Premium halal beef shawarma rolled in traditional thin shrak flatbread with garlic sauce, pickled vegetables, and a hint of sumac. The extra-large wrap for serious shawarma lovers.
Falafel Plate
$8.95Crispy chickpea falafel served with creamy hummus, tahini, Arabic salad, and warm pita. A hearty, plant-based option that Alexandria vegetarians love.
Shawarma Bowl
$12.45Your choice of chicken or beef shawarma over basmati rice, mixed greens, or hummus with Arabic salad, pickles, and drizzled sauces. Fork-friendly and filling.
Getting Here
Directions from Alexandria Neighborhoods
Taza is an easy drive from all Alexandria neighborhoods. Free parking is available directly in front of our Falls Church location.
From Old Town Alexandria
~20 minutes
Take the George Washington Memorial Pkwy north, merge onto I-395 N, take exit 3B onto VA-7 W/Leesburg Pike, turn onto Seminary Rd. Or take Duke St west to I-395 N for a direct route.
From Del Ray
~18 minutes
Head west on E Glebe Rd, turn onto S Walter Reed Dr, continue onto Columbia Pike, then merge onto Seminary Rd toward Bailey's Crossroads. Taza is in the seminary plaza with easy parking.
From Kingstowne / Franconia
~15 minutes
Take I-95 N/I-495 N to exit 173 for VA-236 W/Little River Tpke, then north on Seminary Rd. A quick, traffic-friendly route from the Kingstowne area.
Serving Alexandria
Halal Catering and Delivery to Alexandria
Whether you need catering for an Alexandria office meeting, a family gathering, or just a quick delivery to your door, Taza makes it easy.
Corporate Catering
Feed your Alexandria office with halal-friendly platters. Shawarma, falafel, hummus, and salad trays for meetings of 10 to 100+ people.
Family Gatherings
Hosting a family event in Old Town, Del Ray, or Kingstowne? Our catering platters make it easy with generous portions and crowd-pleasing flavors.
Delivery & Pickup
Order through DoorDash, Uber Eats, or Grubhub for delivery to Alexandria. Or order online for fast pickup at our Falls Church location.
Serving the Alexandria Area
Halal Food Near You
Located on Seminary Road in Falls Church, Taza is easily accessible from communities throughout the Alexandria corridor. Delivery available through all major platforms.
Old Town Alexandria
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Del Ray
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Kingstowne
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Franconia
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Landmark
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Seminary Hill
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Falls Church
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Arlington
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Annandale
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Springfield
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Bailey's Crossroads
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Fairfax
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Common Questions
Halal Food Alexandria FAQs
Is Taza a halal restaurant?
Yes, 100%. All meats at Taza are certified halal from trusted suppliers. Our kitchen follows strict halal practices and we do not carry any non-halal items. Muslim families across Alexandria trust us for authentic halal food.
How far is Taza from Alexandria, VA?
Taza is approximately 15-20 minutes from most Alexandria neighborhoods. We are located at 5820 Seminary Rd in Falls Church, easily accessible from Old Town (20 min), Del Ray (18 min), and Kingstowne (15 min).
Does Taza deliver to Alexandria?
Yes. We deliver to Alexandria through DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub. You can also order on our website for pickup. Most Alexandria deliveries arrive within 35-50 minutes.
What Mediterranean dishes does Taza serve?
Our menu includes chicken and beef shawarma (pita, shrak wrap, or bowl), falafel, hummus, zaatar manaeesh, savory pies, Mediterranean salads, and fresh smoothies. Everything is halal and made fresh daily.
Does Taza offer catering to Alexandria?
Absolutely. We cater corporate lunches, family gatherings, and events throughout the Alexandria area. Our platters serve 10 to 100+ guests. Call (703) 340-1014 or visit our catering page to order.
What are Taza's hours?
We are open 7 days a week from 11 AM to midnight. Whether you need lunch during work, dinner with the family, or a late-night shawarma fix, we are ready to serve Alexandria customers.
Visit Us on Seminary Road
Taza is located in Falls Church, just minutes from Alexandria via I-395 or Seminary Road. Easy parking, fast service, and open late every night for Alexandria residents who want genuine halal food.
5820 Seminary Rd Ste O, Falls Church, VA 22041
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM -- Open 7 Days a Week
Alexandria's Trusted Halal Restaurant
100% certified halal. Fresh daily. Family recipes from the Middle East. Order online for pickup or delivery to Alexandria from Taza in Falls Church.