Food Corner Kabob House

My family has been coming to Food Corner for years, and I always make a point to have it when I'm visiting. The owner and everyone working there are incredibly friendly, the food is always delicious (our favs are the afghan gyro platter and the boneless chicken kabob platter - chickpeas on the side). We recommend calling in your takeout order ahead, and know you'll likely wait a few extra minutes once in the store so your food is extra fresh. On the last visit they needed to finish making the bread for our order - it came out hot and soft and perfectly chewy. Parking is plentiful in the shopping center, and there are a good number of tables inside - though most people get takeout.

WHAT I ATE - Virginia@ Food Corner Kabob House7031 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, VA 22003Quabili, Kabuli, Qwabuli.... However you spell it, it's delicious!It's the national dish of Afghanistan, whose capital is Kabul, so I gravitate toward that spelling! Kabuli Pilau is a rich, rice pilaf made from simmered meat stock. The extremely long grains of basmati rice are steamed and topped with sweet, shredded carrots and raisins.The Kabob House as we call it, make very popular lamb, chicken, and beef kabobs and an assortment of other popular dishes. It's not fine dining, but it's definitely a few notches above fast food.Though it's know for kabobs, we have yet to try them because we always gravitate toward the Kabuli Pilau! It's so soul warming and satisfying! The staff is friendly and will usually offer a cup of sou to go with your meal. The spiced tea is set to the side and you help yourself. It's fragrant and infused with cardamom. With or without sugar , it's delicious. Just be careful to avoid burning yourself because it is ALWAYS PIPING HOT!You have a choice of two sides to go with your meal if you get the combo. We like the spinach, sweet potato, and lamb stew (which btw is not spicy) which is oniony and garlicky.The Afghan Bread is very similar to Naan, but is pierced with holes. Fresh from the tandoor, it's always crackly, crisp, and fluffy inside with a nice chew. It's like your favorite pizza crust.This is the type of place we go to when we don't feel like cooking, but want a casual sit-down meal that is not a burger or fast food. That's why we continue to go here!It's also a good alternative if you're not in the mood for Korean food. Annandale has so many Korean BBQs and restaurants. But sometimes you just want something different.VIDEO LINK:https://youtu.be/q56zZkqWSVU

We ordered the palau and qabali palau and tried the aush soup. Everything was very tasty and came with a slightly spicy chutney on the side. The aush soup was like a chicken noodle soup. Perfect comfort food (Afghan style)!The owner (I think) was incredibly friendly and helpful. He seems to really value his customers. I've been wanting to check out this spot for a while cause I've always heard good things. I'm glad I did and we will certainly be back to try more menu items!

This is the only place I go to get kabob. I have coming here for over 15 years and the food is always good. The service is amazing. I know the owner and son that runs the place. They are so nice and make you feel like family. You will not regret coming here.

Was craving kabobs and heard this local joint was supposed to be one of the best in the area. I ended up getting their Chicken and Beef Kabob Combo with a side of chickpeas. They even gave me a complimentary Afghan style chicken noodle soup that was very unique and hearty. The kabobs themselves had a great flavor, but I wish they were just a bit more tender. The chickpeas were some of the best I have had and paired great over the brown rice. Solid spot for or kabobs. The owner was also extremely friendly as well!

If you're in the mood for Afghan kabobs, this is one of the best spots for it. The service here is always top notch. Very friendly folks working here.I came here with some friends that haven't tried it before and they loved it. We went with a few combos which was a mixture of the shami, chicken, lamb, and beef. I had the shami and beef combo. The shami wasn't bad but I was able to try the chicken and lamb as well. Definitely go with the beef/lamb/chicken. I got some chicken curry and eggplants over rice. The naan was a perfect balance between crispy and soft. I highly recommend this place! The food and service is always consistent.

I was really disappointed by my experience here. First off, the wait was ridiculously long--I ended up waiting way longer than expected for my order. When I finally got my food, I noticed a strong smell of smoke coming from the back, and it was clear the staff was smoking while preparing food. On top of that, I could hear vulgar language being shouted in the back, which was unprofessional and made me feel uncomfortable. The food itself was just okay, but the poor service and unpleasant atmosphere really ruined it for me. Definitely won't be coming back.

This is our go to kabob spot and our five years old favorite "orange chicken" she's been eating the chicken and rice here since she was two! It's her birthday meal every year and everyone we've brought here has been impressed. Not just the flavor and sides but the staff here is unparalleled. You may walk in the door a stranger but you will be greeted like family and always want to come back!! Parking can be tricky... and the nearby lots are almost always packed, but you can wait inside, swing by shilla next door for some pasty deserts, or call ahead (which is what we usually do).

Wow! This place is an awesome find!! I went off a recommendation in a social media group and I could not have been more pleasantly surprised!! Delicious, wholesome, clean (did NOT affect my food sensitivity), priced well and the staff were so welcoming! They give you a complimentary bowl of soup while you wait and I wanted more. Then the meal came out and it was just fresh and filling. I'm a fan and I'll definitely be back!!

Amazing food and incredible service - wasn't sure what to order but they were patient and talked through recommendations. Also such a chill and friendly atmosphere!