
7116 Old Keene Mill Road, Springfield, VA
Part of the Moby Dick House of Kabob chain — see all 39 locationsMoby Dick House of Kabob, a beloved chain in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, has been serving authentic Persian cuisine since 1989. Founded by the late Mike Daryoush, the restaurant has grown from a single location into a regional favorite, known for its fresh kabobs, warm pita bread, and commitment to quality.
Staff has given verbal assurance of halal status. From the management: 'All of our meats with the exception of our gyro are certified Halal, indicating it was humanely processed and cleanly handled as prescribed by Islamic tradition and law.'
Score reflects admin-confirmed halal status; no additional evidence on file yet.
This is a small spot that seems more oriented toward takeout than dine-in. The menu looked appealing, and the staff was very kind and helpful, which I appreciated. I ordered Combo #3, rice with vegetables and lamb, which is meant to serve two people. The food was okay, but nothing extraordinary, especially considering the price of $53, which I felt was a bit steep for the quality. One small disappointment was that I was told I’d receive a small appetizer/sauce or two with the order (a side dish, I believe), but none were included. It wasn’t a huge deal, but added to the feeling that the experience didn’t quite live up to expectations. Overall, it’s not a bad place, but I’m not sure it’s worth the price. Do not think that I will be back.