Lebanese Food Near Me: Taza in Falls Church
Shawarma carved off the vertical spit. Falafel fried to order. Manaeesh baked in the oven. 100% halal, with free parking at the door. Lebanese food at 5820 Seminary Rd Ste O, Falls Church, VA 22041. Open until midnight, seven days a week.
What Sets Us Apart
Why Taza Is the Real Lebanese Restaurant Near You
A lot of places put "Lebanese" on the sign and serve reheated steam-tray food with bottled sauces. Taza operates differently. An oven for manaeesh and pita. A vertical spit for shawarma. Falafel fried to order. The details matter.
Oven & Vertical Spit
Two pillars of Lebanese cooking, both running in our kitchen. Manaeesh, pita and pies bake in the oven until the edges blister. Shawarma turns on a vertical spit and is carved off to order. This is the same basic setup you find in Lebanese street-food shops in Beirut, Tripoli, and Sidon.
Bread From the Oven
Pita, manaeesh and pies come out of the oven at Taza, so the bread arrives warm and soft. Shrak is the thin flatbread used for the wraps -- thin enough to roll tightly around shawarma or falafel. Manaeesh are baked to order, so the crust is still crisp when you get it.
100% Halal, No Exceptions
Every protein at Taza is 100% halal. Chicken shawarma. Beef shawarma. The ground beef in the sfiha and lahm bil ajin. No exceptions and no ambiguity. For the Northern Virginia Muslim community -- and for anyone who values transparent sourcing -- Taza is a name you can rely on.
Serious Vegetarian Options
This is not a meat restaurant that added one token salad. Falafel is ground, formed, and fried to order. Hummus is made with tahini and lemon. Baba ghanouj brings smoky roasted eggplant. Za'atar manaeesh, spinach manaeesh, and cheese manaeesh are all baked in the oven. Half the Lebanese menu is vegetarian by nature.
Warm Levantine Spices
Cardamom, allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg, black pepper, coriander, cumin. These are the warm spices of the Lebanese seven-spice tradition, the flavor family behind Levantine shawarma. The profile is warm, aromatic and layered -- not generic 'Mediterranean seasoning.' At Taza the meat is carved straight off the vertical spit.
Taza Means Fresh
Taza means fresh in Arabic. Falafel is fried to order, shawarma is carved off the spit when you order, and manaeesh come out of the oven hot. Pickled turnips get their fuchsia color from beet, the traditional Lebanese way. In the store you pick from 14 free toppings and the crew builds your order at the counter.
The Lebanese Table
Lebanese Staples on the Taza Menu
Shawarma, falafel, hummus, manaeesh, lahm bil ajin, rice pudding. These are the dishes that define Lebanese food. At Taza the shawarma comes off the vertical spit, the falafel is fried to order, and the manaeesh are baked in the oven.
Chicken Shawarma Pita
Spiced chicken cooked on the vertical spit and carved off to order. Stuffed into warm pita with garlic sauce, pickled turnips, and crunchy vegetables -- you choose the toppings at the counter. The pita sandwich is the classic way to eat shawarma in Lebanon.
$9.95
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Falafel Pita
Chickpeas ground with fresh parsley, cilantro, cumin, and coriander. Formed by hand and fried to order -- crispy shell, herb-green interior. Tucked into warm pita with tahini, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, and pickles. A staple of Lebanese street food done exactly right.
$8.95
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Hummus
Chickpeas blended to a velvety consistency with tahini, fresh lemon juice, and garlic. Finished with extra-virgin olive oil and a dash of paprika. Served with warm pita. Lebanese hummus is all about texture -- smooth, light, not grainy. Ours nails it.
$4.95
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Zaatar Manaeesh
The quintessential Lebanese breakfast. Flatbread brushed with a thick layer of dried thyme, toasted sesame seeds, sumac, and extra-virgin olive oil. Baked in our oven until the crust blisters and the za'atar becomes fragrant. Simple, aromatic, and deeply satisfying.
$6.95
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Lahm Bi Ajin Manaeesh
Thin, crispy flatbread topped with seasoned ground beef, finely diced onion, fresh parsley, and a blend of Middle Eastern spices. Baked in the oven until golden. Squeeze lemon on it, roll it up, eat it with your hands. This is how lahm bil ajin has been eaten in Lebanon for generations.
$8.95
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Rice Pudding
Creamy rice pudding finished with pistachio. Rice pudding is a comfort dessert across Lebanon and the wider Levant -- cool, lightly sweet and simple. A gentle way to finish a meal of shawarma and manaeesh.
$2.95
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Start the Meal Right
The Lebanese Mezza Spread
In Lebanon, every meal begins with mezza -- a spread of small dishes shared across the table. Hummus, baba ghanouj, labneh, and falafel form the core. At Taza, hummus, baba ghanouj and labneh sit next to falafel fried to order.
Hummus
$4.95Silky chickpea dip with tahini, lemon, garlic, and olive oil. The foundation of every Lebanese table.
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Baba Ghanouj
$4.95Fire-roasted eggplant, peeled and blended with tahini and lemon. Smoky depth that pairs with warm pita.
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$4.95Thick strained yogurt drizzled with olive oil and dried mint. Tangy, creamy, and probiotic-rich.
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$8.95Hand-formed chickpea fritters fried to order. Crispy outside, herb-green inside. A mezza essential.
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Oven Baked
Baked to Order in the Oven
Manaeesh: The Lebanese Flatbread You Need to Try
Manaeesh is one of the most beloved foods in Lebanon. Flatbread dough is topped with za'atar and olive oil, or cheese, or spinach and pine nuts, or seasoned ground beef -- and baked in the oven until the crust blisters and the toppings become fragrant.
In Beirut, manaeesh stands are on every corner. In Northern Virginia, they are harder to find. Taza bakes them to order in the oven -- za'atar, cheese, spinach, and lahm bil ajin -- starting at $6.95. Fold one in half and eat it while it is hot.
Zaatar Manaeesh
$6.95Dried thyme, sesame, sumac, and olive oil on oven-baked flatbread. The Lebanese breakfast staple.
Cheese Manaeesh
$7.95A bubbly, golden blend of melted cheeses on soft flatbread dough. Kid-approved and addictive.
Spinach Manaeesh
$7.95Fresh spinach, caramelized onion, pine nuts, and lemon on baked flatbread. Nutritious and savory.
Lahm Bi Ajin Manaeesh
$8.95Seasoned ground beef with onion and parsley. Roll it up, squeeze lemon on it. Pure Lebanese street food.
Baked in the Oven
Lebanese Savory Pies
Sfiha, spinach pies, cheese pies -- these small hand-folded pastries are a cornerstone of Lebanese bakeries. At Taza, each one is folded by hand, filled, and baked in the oven until golden. At $2.95 each, they are an easy snack or a party tray.
Sfiha Pie
$2.95A boat-shaped pastry filled with seasoned ground beef and tomato, spiced with cinnamon and allspice, mixed with onion. Baked golden. The Lebanese answer to the empanada.
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$2.95Flaky hand-folded dough encasing a filling of fresh spinach, finely chopped onion, a squeeze of lemon, and a touch of sumac. Light, tangy, and satisfying. A beloved vegetarian staple.
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$2.95Golden baked pastry stuffed with a cheese filling. Simple, gooey, and irresistible. The kind of snack that disappears first from any party platter.
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Nearby Areas We Serve Across Northern Virginia
Taza is at 5820 Seminary Rd Ste O, Falls Church, VA 22041. Centrally located to serve all of Northern Virginia. Here is how far you are from authentic Lebanese food.
Falls Church
We are right here on Seminary Rd
Seven Corners
Just down the road
Bailey's Crossroads
Practically next door
Annandale
Quick drive down Columbia Pike
Arlington
Straight shot via I-395
McLean
North on Rt 7 past Tysons
Tysons
North on Rt 7
Fairfax
West on Rt 50
Alexandria
Down Seminary Rd to 395
Merrifield
East on Rt 50
Pentagon City
Via I-395 North
Springfield
South via I-395
Get Lebanese Food Your Way
Delivery, Pickup & Dine-In
Three ways to get Lebanese food from Taza: order online through Clover for pickup, book catering for 10 to 200+ guests with delivery available, or walk in and order at the counter. We are open every day from 11 AM to midnight.
Order Online for Pickup
Place your order on our website and skip the line. Ordering runs through Clover, and your food is made when the order comes in. Free parking at the door at 5820 Seminary Rd.
Catering Delivery
Feeding a group? Taza caters for 10 to 200+ guests, and delivery is available. Pitas, wraps, bowls, and pies travel well to offices and events across Northern Virginia.
Free Parking at the Door
Picking up in person? Park free right at the door at 5820 Seminary Rd in Bailey's Crossroads. Open 7 days, 11 AM to midnight, so late pickups work too.
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Address
5820 Seminary Rd Ste O, Falls Church, VA 22041
Hours
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM -- Open 7 Days a Week
Phone
(703) 340-1014Order Online
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More From Our Kitchen
Beyond the Classics: Bowls, Drinks & More
The Lebanese table does not stop at shawarma and mezza. Taza also serves protein-packed bowls, lemon-mint drinks, and build-your-own combinations.
Chicken Shawarma Bowl
Chicken shawarma over basmati rice or greens. Topped with Arabic salad, garlic sauce, and fresh herbs.
Falafel Bowl
Crispy falafel over rice or greens with tahini, olive oil, and Mediterranean toppings.
Beef Shawarma Pita
Spiced beef carved off the vertical spit. Packed into warm pita with tahini and pickled turnips.
Lemon Mint
Lemon blended with fragrant mint leaves. The iconic Lebanese lemonade, cold and bright.
Common Questions
Lebanese Food Near Me: Your Questions Answered
Where can I find authentic Lebanese food near me in Northern Virginia?
Taza Shawarma & Falafel is located at 5820 Seminary Rd in Falls Church, VA, serving authentic Lebanese food across Northern Virginia. Our menu features shawarma roasted on a traditional vertical spit, hand-formed falafel fried to order, oven-baked manaeesh, hummus, baba ghanouj, lahm bil ajin, sfiha pies, and rice pudding. Open 7 days a week from 11 AM to midnight.
Is Taza a halal Lebanese restaurant?
Yes. Taza is 100% halal. Every protein on the menu -- chicken shawarma, beef shawarma, and the ground beef in the sfiha and lahm bil ajin -- is halal, with no exceptions. Muslim families across Northern Virginia and the DC metro area can order anything on the menu.
What Lebanese dishes does Taza serve besides shawarma?
Beyond our shawarma, Taza serves a full Lebanese menu: hand-formed falafel (in pita, shrak wrap, or bowl), creamy hummus, smoky baba ghanouj, thick labneh, za'atar manaeesh, cheese manaeesh, spinach manaeesh, lahm bil ajin (Lebanese meat flatbread), sfiha pies, spinach pies, cheese pies, and rice pudding for dessert. Our smoothie menu includes a traditional Lebanese lemon-mint drink.
Does Taza deliver Lebanese food near me?
You can order online through Clover for pickup at 5820 Seminary Rd, Falls Church, VA, with free parking at the door. For groups, Taza catering serves 10 to 200+ guests and delivery is available. Our wraps, pitas, bowls, and pies are packed to travel well.
What is manaeesh and does Taza make it fresh?
Manaeesh (also spelled manakish or man'oushe) is a traditional Lebanese flatbread baked in an oven with toppings. The classic version is za'atar manaeesh -- flatbread brushed with dried thyme, sesame, sumac, and olive oil. Taza bakes all manaeesh to order in the oven. We offer za'atar, cheese, spinach with pine nuts, and lahm bil ajin (ground beef) varieties.
What is the best Lebanese food to order for a group or party?
For group orders, we recommend a mix: a dozen sfiha and spinach pies ($2.95 each), hummus and baba ghanouj with extra pita for the table, a selection of chicken and beef shawarma pitas or wraps, falafel pitas for vegetarian guests, and rice pudding for dessert. Taza also offers catering for 10 to 200+ guests, with delivery available. Call (703) 340-1014 to arrange catering.
How much does Lebanese food cost at Taza?
Taza offers authentic Lebanese food at fair prices. Za'atar manaeesh starts at $6.95. Sfiha and spinach pies are $2.95 each. Falafel pitas are $8.95. Chicken and beef shawarma pitas are $9.95. Bowls are $12.45. Hummus is $4.95. Rice pudding is $2.95. Every item is priced on the menu, so you can build a full meal to fit your budget.
Is there good vegetarian Lebanese food near me?
Lebanese cuisine is one of the most vegetarian-friendly in the world, and Taza reflects that. Our vegetarian options include: falafel (pita, shrak, or bowl), hummus, baba ghanouj, labneh, za'atar manaeesh, cheese manaeesh, spinach manaeesh with pine nuts, spinach pies, cheese pies, veggie pies, and za'atar pies. The falafel bowl with hummus base is a filling, entirely plant-based meal.
Finding Real Lebanese Food Near You in Northern Virginia
Lebanese food has traveled all over the world. Hummus, falafel, shawarma, tabbouleh, and baklava have become household names in American dining. But popularity has a downside: many restaurants label themselves "Lebanese" while serving food that bears little resemblance to what you would actually eat in Beirut, Tripoli, or the Bekaa Valley. The za'atar is old and flavorless. The hummus comes from a tub. The falafel was frozen. The bread is cold.
Taza Shawarma & Falafel in Falls Church, VA is a different operation. The restaurant runs a vertical shawarma spit -- the same style found in Lebanese street-food shops -- where chicken and beef are carved off the spit to order. The falafel is made with chickpeas, fresh herbs and spices, and fried to order. Manaeesh, pita and pies are baked in the oven. Hummus comes with tahini, lemon, and garlic. In the store you pick from 14 free toppings and the crew builds your order at the counter.
For residents of Arlington, McLean, Tysons, Fairfax, Annandale, Seven Corners, and Bailey's Crossroads, Taza is a short drive away. The restaurant sits on Seminary Road between I-395 and Route 7, making it accessible from nearly every direction in Northern Virginia. Falls Church itself is centrally positioned: 10 minutes from Arlington, 15 minutes from Tysons and Fairfax, 7 minutes from Annandale.
The menu covers the full range of Lebanese food. Shawarma is available three ways: in a fresh pita pocket, wrapped in thin shrak flatbread, or deconstructed in a bowl over rice or greens. Manaeesh comes in four varieties: za'atar, cheese, spinach with pine nuts, and lahm bil ajin. The mezza selection includes hummus, baba ghanouj, labneh, and falafel. Savory pies -- sfiha, spinach, cheese, veggie, and za'atar -- are hand-folded and baked in the oven. Rice pudding with pistachio closes the meal.
All proteins at Taza are 100% halal, with no exceptions, so Muslim families across Northern Virginia can order anything on the menu without asking twice. Vegetarian options are extensive, reflecting the naturally plant-forward character of Lebanese cuisine.
Taza is open from 11:00 AM to midnight, seven days a week. Order online through Clover for pickup, or stop by the Seminary Road location, where parking is free at the door. Catering for 10 to 200+ guests, with delivery available, covers offices, events, and private gatherings across Northern Virginia and the DC metro area. Call (703) 340-1014 or visit tazava.com to order.
Your Search for Lebanese Food Near Me Ends Here
Shawarma from the spit. Falafel from the fryer. Manaeesh from the oven. Hummus with warm pita. Taza means fresh, and that is the whole idea. Taza Shawarma & Falafel, 5820 Seminary Rd Ste O, Falls Church, VA 22041. Open until midnight, seven days a week.