Hummus Near Me
You searched for hummus near you. Here it is. Taza Shawarma & Falafel on Seminary Road in Falls Church, VA serves hummus the classic way. Chickpeas. Tahini. Lemon juice. Raw garlic. Extra-virgin olive oil pooled on top. Warm pita bread from the oven on the side.
Five ingredients. 100% halal kitchen. Just $4.95 a bowl. Open seven days a week, 11 AM to midnight, with free parking at the door.
No Shortcuts, No Substitutes
Taza's Hummus -- Why It Tastes Different
Most hummus served at restaurants near you is made from canned chickpeas, bottled lemon juice, and pre-mixed tahini. That is fine for a supermarket tub. It is not what we do. Every ingredient at Taza is intentional and every step is done by hand, every single morning.
Chickpeas at the Core
Great hummus starts with chickpeas cooked until they are soft enough to blend into a smooth, velvety paste. Traditional cooks start from dried chickpeas, soaked and simmered, because well-cooked chickpeas give a cleaner flavor and creamier body. Hummus at Taza is served with warm pita from the oven.
Tahini Does the Heavy Lifting
Tahini is the soul of great hummus. Good tahini is rich, nutty, and silky -- ground from sesame seeds. It provides that characteristic depth and lusciousness that turns ordinary chickpea puree into real hummus. Cheap tahini makes bitter hummus, which is why the sesame paste matters so much.
Bright Lemon
Lemon is what keeps hummus from tasting heavy. It adds a clean, bright acidity that lifts the tahini and chickpeas without overpowering them. Bottled lemon juice sits on shelves for months and tastes like it, which is why classic recipes call for fresh lemon.
Raw Garlic, Used With Care
Raw garlic gives hummus its warmth and backbone. Used in the right amount, garlic enhances every other ingredient without burning through them. The result is a gentle heat that builds as you eat, not a punch in the face.
Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Finish
A pool of extra-virgin olive oil in the center is not decoration. The oil adds richness, a fruity aroma, and a silky mouthfeel that ties the whole dish together. A light dusting of paprika adds color and warmth.
Five Ingredients, 100% Halal Kitchen
Classic hummus needs only five things: chickpeas, tahini, lemon, garlic, olive oil. It is naturally vegan and gluten-free, and everything on the Taza menu is 100% halal. Order it as a side with warm pita, as a bowl base, or as one of the 14 free toppings at the counter.
Our Dips & Spreads
Hummus & Mezze Menu
Hummus is the star, but it belongs alongside baba ghanouj and labneh. Order one or order all three. Each is $4.95 and served with warm pita bread.
Hummus
$4.95Velvety-smooth hummus made from chickpeas blended with tahini, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and finished with a generous drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a dash of paprika. Served with warm pita bread.
Baba Ghanouj
$4.95Fire-roasted eggplant, peeled and blended with tahini, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and a hint of cumin. The result is a smoky, creamy dip that's rich in flavor and perfect for scooping with warm pita bread.
Labneh
$4.95Traditional strained yogurt, thick and tangy, drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil and sprinkled with dried mint. A cool, tangy side that pairs beautifully with manaeesh or shawarma. Served with warm pita.
Perfect Pairings
Pair Your Hummus With
Hummus works as a side, a base, a dip, and the foundation of a full meal. These are the eight items from our menu that go best with it.
Pita Bread
$0.95
The essential pairing. Our pita is baked in the oven -- warm, soft, and pillowy with a slight chew. Tear off a piece, drag it through the hummus, and that is a complete experience right there. Centuries of tradition got this one right.
Falafel Pita
$8.95
Crispy chickpea falafel in warm pita with hummus spread inside. Double the chickpea goodness in one sandwich. The falafel is fried to order, and it pairs perfectly with a side of hummus for extra dipping between bites.
Chicken Shawarma Pita
$9.95
Marinated chicken roasted on a vertical spit, sliced thin, and tucked into fresh pita with garlic sauce. The creamy tahini in a side of hummus complements the savory, caramelized chicken better than almost anything else on the menu.
Chicken Shawarma Bowl
$12.45
Choose hummus as your bowl base instead of rice or greens. Topped with sliced chicken shawarma, Arabic salad, pickled turnips, and garlic sauce. A protein-packed meal that is built directly on a bed of our fresh hummus.
Falafel Bowl
$10.45
Crispy falafel over a hummus base with tomatoes, cucumbers, tahini, and olive oil. A fully plant-based meal that is filling and loaded with flavor from top to bottom. Falafel fried to order on a plant-based base.
Beef Shawarma Pita
$9.95
Beef shawarma carved off the vertical spit into warm pita with tahini and pickled turnips. The richness of the beef plays off the cool, bright acidity of a side of hummus. An excellent combination for anyone who wants a hearty meal.
Falafel Shrak Wrap
$9.95
Falafel rolled in thin, traditional shrak flatbread with hummus inside, Arabic salad, and tahini. The shrak bread adds a delicate, chewy contrast to the crispy falafel. A lighter option that still fills you up.
Chicken Shawarma Shrak
$11.45
Generous chicken shawarma wrapped in soft shrak bread with garlic sauce, pickled vegetables, and fresh greens. Add a side of hummus and use torn pieces of the wrap to scoop between bites. A full meal you can eat with one hand.
Behind the Scenes
How Our Hummus Is Made
There is no magic ingredient in great hummus. It comes down to patience, fresh ingredients, and a process that has been refined across generations in the Levant. Every step matters, and cutting any of them produces a noticeably worse result. Here is how traditional hummus is made.
The Soak
Traditional hummus starts with dried chickpeas submerged in cold water, often with a pinch of baking soda. Over many hours they absorb water and nearly double in size. A long soak is what allows the chickpeas to cook evenly and blend into a perfectly smooth paste.
Gentle Simmer Until Falling Apart
The soaked chickpeas cook at a low, steady simmer until they are so soft they practically dissolve when pressed between two fingers. This step cannot be rushed. Undercooked chickpeas produce grainy, gritty hummus. Fully cooked chickpeas melt on the tongue.
Tahini and Lemon First
Here is the technique that matters most: many cooks blend the tahini with lemon juice and garlic before the chickpeas go in. This creates an emulsion -- a creamy, unified base that the chickpeas incorporate into smoothly. Adding everything at once produces a denser, less silky result. The order of operations matters.
Chickpeas In Gradually
Warm, freshly cooked chickpeas are added to the tahini emulsion in stages while the blender runs. A small amount of the cooking liquid goes in to reach the right consistency -- thick enough to hold its shape on the plate, thin enough to scoop cleanly with a torn piece of pita bread.
Plate, Oil, Serve Warm
Each serving gets plated with a swirl, creating a shallow well in the center. Extra-virgin olive oil fills the well. A dusting of paprika adds color. At Taza, warm pita from the oven comes alongside.
The Five-Ingredient Promise
No preservatives. No stabilizers. No citric acid. No fillers. No thickeners.
Catering & Party Platters
Hummus Platters for Parties
Hummus belongs on any Mediterranean catering table. Taza caters for 10 to 200+ guests -- office lunches, birthday parties, wedding receptions, corporate events, and other gatherings across Northern Virginia, with delivery available.
Hummus comes with warm pita bread. Pair it with baba ghanouj, labneh, falafel, and chicken and beef shawarma for a complete Mediterranean spread that covers every dietary preference at the table.
Feeds Any Size Group
Taza catering serves groups from 10 to 200+ guests. Hummus comes with warm pita bread for scooping. Tell us the headcount and we handle the rest.
Delivery Across the DC Area
Catering delivery is available to Falls Church, Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Tysons, McLean, Annandale, Springfield, and nearby. Call (703) 340-1014 to plan your order.
Full Mezze Spreads Available
Go beyond just hummus. Add baba ghanouj, labneh, falafel, chicken and beef shawarma, manaeesh, and pita for a complete Mediterranean catering spread that covers every dietary preference.
100% Halal, Vegan Options
All of our food is halal. Our hummus, baba ghanouj, and falafel are naturally vegan. This makes Taza catering ideal for offices, events, and gatherings with diverse dietary needs.
Hummus Near You
Areas We Serve
Taza is located on Seminary Road in Falls Church, Virginia -- just minutes from Washington DC via I-395, and a quick drive from every major community in Northern Virginia. Whether you are searching for hummus near you in Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, or anywhere in the DC metro area, we are closer than you think.
Free parking right at the door. Walk in and order at the counter, or order online through Clover for pickup.
Address
5820 Seminary Rd Ste O, Falls Church, VA 22041
Hours
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM -- Open 7 Days a Week
Call Us
(703) 340-1014Hummus Delivered to Your Door
Delivery & Takeout
In a hurry? Order online through Clover and your hummus will be packed for pickup -- warm pita on the side, olive oil on top. Free parking at the door makes the stop quick, and we are open until midnight every day.
For larger orders and catering, we deliver directly. Call us at (703) 340-1014 to arrange catering delivery to your office, home, or event venue anywhere in Northern Virginia or Washington DC.
Common Questions
Hummus Near Me -- FAQs
Where can I find the best hummus near me?
If you are anywhere in Northern Virginia or the Washington DC metro area, Taza Shawarma & Falafel on Seminary Road in Falls Church, VA serves hummus every day from 11 AM to midnight. We are a short drive from Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Tysons, and DC, with free parking at the door. Hummus is made from chickpeas, tahini, lemon, and garlic. $4.95 with warm pita bread. Order online through Clover for pickup.
Is hummus vegan?
Yes, hummus is naturally vegan. It is made from chickpeas, tahini (ground sesame paste), lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil -- all plant-based ingredients. At Taza, our hummus contains absolutely no dairy, eggs, or animal products. It is also naturally gluten-free. If you are looking for vegan food near you, our hummus, baba ghanouj, falafel, and several other menu items are all completely plant-based.
Where can I get a hummus platter near me for a party?
Taza offers hummus and full Mediterranean catering for parties, office lunches, corporate events, and gatherings. We serve groups from 10 to 200+ guests. Our catering menu includes hummus, baba ghanouj, labneh, falafel, chicken and beef shawarma, and warm pita bread. Delivery is available. Call us at (703) 340-1014 or visit our website to place a catering order.
Where can I find fresh hummus near me that is not store-bought?
Taza in Falls Church, VA serves hummus made from the classic five ingredients: chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil, with warm pita from the oven. Taza means fresh in Arabic. It is a different thing from a plastic tub at the grocery store, which usually relies on stabilizers and citric acid to last for weeks.
What makes Taza's hummus different from other restaurants?
Three things to know. First, it sticks to the classic five ingredients -- chickpeas, tahini, lemon, garlic, and olive oil. Second, it comes with warm pita from the oven, or as the base of any bowl. Third, in the store it is one of the 14 free toppings, so you can add it to a pita or wrap when the crew builds your order at the counter. Everything on the menu is 100% halal.
Does Taza deliver hummus near me?
For catering orders of 10 to 200+ guests, delivery is available across Falls Church, Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Tysons, McLean, and nearby. For individual orders, order online through Clover and pick up at 5820 Seminary Rd, Falls Church, VA, with free parking at the door. Order online or call (703) 340-1014.
Finding Hummus Near You in the DC Area
When you search for hummus near me, you are looking for something specific. Not a plastic container from the refrigerated aisle of a grocery store. Not a mass-produced dip with citric acid and potassium sorbate in the ingredient list. You want actual hummus -- the kind made from real chickpeas, real tahini, fresh lemon juice, and garlic -- with warm bread alongside it. That is what Taza Shawarma & Falafel serves every day on Seminary Road in Falls Church, Virginia.
Hummus is one of the oldest prepared foods in human history. Mashed chickpea dishes have been eaten across the Levant, Egypt, and the broader Middle East for thousands of years. The modern version -- chickpeas blended smooth with tahini, lemon, and garlic -- became the standard across Lebanon, Syria, Palestine, and Jordan, and from there it spread to the rest of the world. At Taza, we respect that history by sticking to the traditional ingredients: chickpeas, tahini, lemon, garlic, and a finish of extra-virgin olive oil. Order it as a side with warm pita from the oven, make it the base of a falafel or shawarma bowl, or ask for it as one of the 14 free toppings when the crew builds your pita at the counter.
Our location in Falls Church puts us within 15 to 25 minutes of most communities in the DC metro area. Customers drive from Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Tysons, McLean, Annandale, Springfield, and Washington DC itself. We also provide catering for 10 to 200+ guests, with delivery available, for offices, parties, and events. Whether you want a quick $4.95 bowl of hummus with pita for lunch, a full mezze spread for a dinner party, or food for 100 guests at a corporate event, Taza handles it.
Beyond hummus, our menu includes chicken and beef shawarma carved off vertical spits, falafel fried to order, shrak bread wraps, Mediterranean bowls, oven-baked manaeesh flatbreads, specialty pies, and pita from the oven. Everything is 100% halal. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are available throughout the menu. We are open seven days a week from 11 AM to midnight, with free parking and fast service for takeout, catering, and dine-in orders.
Your Hummus Is Ready
Chickpeas. Real tahini. Lemon. Warm pita. $4.95 a bowl. Open seven days a week on Seminary Road in Falls Church, VA. Order online for pickup, walk in, or call to set up catering for your next event.