Charga On The Pike

I've heard great things about Charga from a friend, so I grabbed some to-go this past Tuesday for dinner. There's less than 10 parking spaces outside, and I'm not sure if there's any seating inside. Ordering online (via Toast) is super straightforward, and my food was ready within 30 minutes.CHICKEN TIKKA KABOB MEAL - 14Most drinks are complimentary, except for the mango lassi (+3). Since I had enough sweets for the day, I opted for a bottle of water for health reasons. The meal was generously portioned, enough for me to enjoy half of it as leftovers for a second meal. It came with a small platter of food and a large piece of naan. The naan wasn't too thick, but it still had a nice chewy texture that paired well with the meal and dipping sauces on the side. The platter contained thick, charred, pieces of chicken breast, a generous serving of basmati rice and chickpeas, along with a side of house salad and pickled onions and beets. The chickpeas were phenomenal -- saucy, incredibly well-seasoned and spiced, pairing perfectly with the lightly salted basmati rice. The salad was light, fresh, and had a few juicy tomato chunks that added a nice contrast. I also really enjoyed the beets, which were tangy and helped balance the rich flavors of the meal. The chicken itself had a strong, smoky grilled flavor, but some edges were overly charred and blackened, so it was inedible. While the chicken was flavorful, it was a bit dry and not as juicy as I had hoped. The chicken was my only qualm -- everything else was so good.Overall, a 4.5/5 but bumping it to a 5/5 because I loved the chickpeas and basmati rice so much. I could eat this for multiple meals in a row. The pricing is affordable and the portion size is generous. I highly recommend stopping by!

The wings really left an impression on me! It's always exciting to find a spot that nails the flavor. The service was awesome! Charga on Columbia Pike really knows what they're doing. I'll be back. I definitely recommend this place. You gotta try it.

Flavor!!!, perfect spice level, fresh, affordable. So glad I found this place because I was NOT impressed by the popular kabob restaurant down the street.*Nan Bread!!!!!! 10/10 love it!-Ribeye Steak Skewer 10/10-Grilled veggies 10/10-Cilantro Rice 10/10-Tandoori Jerk Kabob 8/10-Seasoned potatoes 7/10-White sauce, Green sauce10/10Looking forward to trying a Gyro on next visit!

There is a Halal spot in Arlington Virginia that is a must visit spot!! You may miss it while driving pass. Trust me...GET THERE!! Shout out to @sugarsheed_ for his STAMPED Mumbo sauce!!.Where I am: @chargaonthepike.Location Reviewed: 3293 Columbia Pike, Arlington VA..Items Reviewed:STAMP STAMP!! Their Chili MoMo Dumplings ($14 fried dumplings filled with chicken & a chili sauce). Tangy, spicy sauce, thick dumplings, I'm coming back for this!!STAMP!! Their Kabobs Combo Tandoori Jerk Chicken with Salmon Tikka Kabob ($19 with Briani rice, chickpeas, salad-LIKE THAT, & naan-STAMP). I guarantee you've NEVER had tandoori jerk chicken...GET THIS!!STAMP!! Their Suga Sheed Mumbo Wings ($12 with potatoes & sautéed veggies-Both DELICIOUS. Suga Sheed's Mumbo sauce taste like real carryout Mumbo sauce!!LIKE THAT! Their Chopped Cheese ($15 with onions, bell peppers, & American cheese, & spicy masala fries). Cheesy, meaty, with well seasoned fries!!STAMP!! Their Charga Chicken ($12 steamed & flash fried 1/2 chicken, with Mac n cheese-DELICIOUS , & spinach-DELICIOUS). Mildly spicy well cooked chicken, good mac, & a spinach that's a tad different!!LIKE THAT! Steak n Cheese ($15 with fried onions, provolone, bell peppers, & fries). Cheesy, meaty, worth a try!!LIKE THAT! Their Veggie Samosas ($3 fried veggie filled pastry's). Tasty curry'ish veggies!!STAMP!! Their Mango Lassi Drink ($5 house made yogurt drink). Sweet, & thick like a milkshake!!.Customer Service: On Point.Parking: Rough!! It's a small lot..Accessibility: Slightly Wheelchair friendly, but differently abled persons accessible..The Inside: It's a carryout basically!!.Recommendations: Get those dumplings!!5 Stars=STAMP4 1/2 Stars=LIKE THAT4 Stars=DELICIOUS 3 Stars=DECENT2 Stars=PASS1 Star=NAH#Bigschlimsreviews

After a long day at work, I swung by to pick up my online order from Charga on the Pike, and let me tell you--efficiency is their middle name. My food was ready when I arrived, neatly packed in two bags and a drink tray. No waiting, no hassle. They even offer curbside pickup, but I was feeling ambitious and hopped out to grab it myself.Now let's talk logistics: parking is minimal, but it's a takeout spot--get in, get out, and go enjoy your feast. And speaking of feasts, these meals are no joke. By the time I got home (a solid 40 minutes later), the food was still hot--shoutout to those aluminum pans that lock in the heat. And the portions? Whew! Enough for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. If you manage to eat it all in one sitting, you're built different.Let me break down what I ordered: * 2 Samosas with Chutney ($3.95): Perfectly crispy with a kick of flavor. * Chicken Tikka Kabob Meal ($14): Tender, juicy, and seasoned to perfection. * Ribeye Steak Kabob ($14): Melt-in-your-mouth goodness. * Chicken Shawarma Platter ($14): Flavor bomb that had me in a literal food coma.Oh, and did I mention? The bread was still warm when I got home. That's 40 minutes of hot, fluffy, carb happiness waiting to happen.The best part? The next day, the food was just as fresh. Pakistani cuisine never misses with the flavor, affordability, and massive portions. In total, my damage was $50.58--a small price to pay for a mini buffet that had me set for days.If you're looking for food that's affordable, flavorful, and plentiful, this is your spot. Now that I've put you on, it's your turn: run it up, try it out.Visited 12/10/2024

Ordered takeout in October 2024, so can't comment on service or ambiance.Food itself is good. The chicken was the best part. The lamb and steak kabobs were OK but dry. For the price, it is definitely worth it.

We have been here a couple times since they opened on the pike and we give it a 10/10!What I didn't realize and I don't think people do is they make everything fresh. Sometimes it means you are waiting a little longer for your food but it is worth the wait.We've had the lamb souvlaki, shawarma wrap, cheesesteak, wings, chickpeas, naan, dumplings, charga chicken, lentils, yuca, kabob. My favs have been the chickpeas, souvlaki and shawarma wrap. The naan I could eat all day.Give this place a try! Recommend ordering ahead at least for bigger orders.

3.5 stars. I ordered the lamb and chicken kabob corner for pickup during their opening week. Service was a bit slow due to them being understaffed and I had to wait almost 30 min past my pickup time. I understand that they just open and hopefully their staff and processes have had a uptick since then. The food had good flavors. A little burnt on some of the ends of the meat, but very minor. Staff was nice and apologized for the wait. I would definitely give it another try in the future.

Food and service is good. A variety of choices. I wish it was a sit in dining. Stopped in doing a road trip. Customers lined up with anticipation waiting on the good good amazing food.

Great new restaurant on the pike. I ordered the build your bowl with chicken and the many ingredients were very fresh and tasty and a very generous portion. I will definitely be back to try other items on the menu. The woman I met when I picked up the order was very nice too. Very reasonable cost for what you get.