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Here at Maman Joon, our philosophy is simple – food should be authentic, well-crafted, and delicious. We practice this in everything we create, from our homemade yogurts to our fresh-baked breads. As for the restaurant’s name, the word Maman means “mom and the word Joon means “soul, spirit of life. Used in a modern day to mean “dear, as a gesture of close kinship and hospitality. So all together Maman Joon, means DEAR MOM! Food is the language through which mom best knows how to express herself. Maman Joon is a place for family and friends to come together. You’re welcome to meet us there. Mom’s food, Made with love!
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Address: 4531 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016
Phone: (202) 683-6233
Website: http://www.mamanjoonkitchen.com/
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Reviews
Ethan Murphy
I have been here many times and this time Was very disappointing. And I have to mention the Persian man at the cash register and will get to the food in a second.
First and foremost the Persian man at the front always seems to be in a bad mood.
The times I get good service here is when he’s not working. Attention to detail is what he lacks and he doesn’t properly serve dishes.
The kashk e bademjan. Ice cold and no kashk on top whatsoever nor are there crispy onions
I have been to other maman joon locations and this one never does both of those things with the kashk e bademjan. It is supposed to be served hot and doctored up
This time I came the masto khiar was honestly bland. It looked great but didn’t have much flavor.
However the hummus was Great as always although I noticed that he doesn’t put whatever seasoning the people who served me last time did it might be sumac or something? It was reddish orange.
Even though it wasn’t there the hummus was still great.
Now we get to the kabobs.
Whoever the Hispanic man is cooking back there needs to cook the koobideh about a minute less . Was honestly just a little dry and when I came here the last time before the koobideh wasn’t charred and was Extremely juicy. This time it wasn’t and it was charred. As well as the chicken koobideh which was charred on the bottom but not on the other side so they just turned it over so I didn’t see it.
I didn’t notice the char on the chicken until I got home which kind of reminded me of when egg cooks and it gets that spongy texture that’s kind of how it was for the chicken.
The rice grains weren’t cooked properly . They weren’t long and the rice was honestly a little soggy.
I ordered side of tahdig which never came to the table but was resolved when I asked for it in a Togo container after my cousin and I were finished eating.
Which I will say the tahdig is very delicious.
If you’re craving kabobs just go to shamshiry. It’s the best deal and their koobideh is juicy, more flavorful and you can tell they add lamb to theirs which maman joon does not.
I really enjoy how shamshiry gives complimentary tahdig with every kabob plate but maman joon charges $8 for a side.
On top of that they Give 3 different veggies
Onion, hot Serrano pepper and a grilled Roma tomato.
Anyways I hope this was helpful. Persian food is my favorite food and I have koobideh at least once a week and make it at home all the time. This time was just very disappointing and I hope that The man at the front fixes his attitude because I honestly think it’s because I’m white and he probably thinks that I don’t know how it’s supposed to be. But that’s just my personal thought, doesn’t mean he’s actually doing that . Just how I feel about it.
… moreFirst and foremost the Persian man at the front always seems to be in a bad mood.
The times I get good service here is when he’s not working. Attention to detail is what he lacks and he doesn’t properly serve dishes.
The kashk e bademjan. Ice cold and no kashk on top whatsoever nor are there crispy onions
I have been to other maman joon locations and this one never does both of those things with the kashk e bademjan. It is supposed to be served hot and doctored up
This time I came the masto khiar was honestly bland. It looked great but didn’t have much flavor.
However the hummus was Great as always although I noticed that he doesn’t put whatever seasoning the people who served me last time did it might be sumac or something? It was reddish orange.
Even though it wasn’t there the hummus was still great.
Now we get to the kabobs.
Whoever the Hispanic man is cooking back there needs to cook the koobideh about a minute less . Was honestly just a little dry and when I came here the last time before the koobideh wasn’t charred and was Extremely juicy. This time it wasn’t and it was charred. As well as the chicken koobideh which was charred on the bottom but not on the other side so they just turned it over so I didn’t see it.
I didn’t notice the char on the chicken until I got home which kind of reminded me of when egg cooks and it gets that spongy texture that’s kind of how it was for the chicken.
The rice grains weren’t cooked properly . They weren’t long and the rice was honestly a little soggy.
I ordered side of tahdig which never came to the table but was resolved when I asked for it in a Togo container after my cousin and I were finished eating.
Which I will say the tahdig is very delicious.
If you’re craving kabobs just go to shamshiry. It’s the best deal and their koobideh is juicy, more flavorful and you can tell they add lamb to theirs which maman joon does not.
I really enjoy how shamshiry gives complimentary tahdig with every kabob plate but maman joon charges $8 for a side.
On top of that they Give 3 different veggies
Onion, hot Serrano pepper and a grilled Roma tomato.
Anyways I hope this was helpful. Persian food is my favorite food and I have koobideh at least once a week and make it at home all the time. This time was just very disappointing and I hope that The man at the front fixes his attitude because I honestly think it’s because I’m white and he probably thinks that I don’t know how it’s supposed to be. But that’s just my personal thought, doesn’t mean he’s actually doing that . Just how I feel about it.
hanieh nasrollahi
The lamb shank and ash was the best lamb shank I’ve ever had in the United States. It was very delicious with reasonable price. Believe me, it’s not easy to be the best, especially considering that I live in Houston with a wide variety of excellent Persian and Arabic restaurants. If you’re looking for a delicious lamb shank, I highly recommend this place.
… moreTimothy C
Oh my the food here is so good! Very flavorful… the chicken was tender the prime beef kabob was good! Loved the hummus! Great hospitality, warm and friendly people! Would definitely come back.
… moreAatif Junaid
I can’t believe I walked past this place for years without going in -big mistake!
This spot serves incredible Iranian and Middle Eastern cuisine with top-notch ingredients and bold flavors.
What made my visit unforgettable was Peter, the owner, who not only gave me a tour of the kitchen but also let me try everything on the menu for free! That kind of hospitality is rare.
From grilled kebabs to silky hummus and fragrant saffron rice, every bite was a flavor explosion. If you haven’t been here yet, don’t wait, you’ll regret not going sooner!
… moreThis spot serves incredible Iranian and Middle Eastern cuisine with top-notch ingredients and bold flavors.
What made my visit unforgettable was Peter, the owner, who not only gave me a tour of the kitchen but also let me try everything on the menu for free! That kind of hospitality is rare.
From grilled kebabs to silky hummus and fragrant saffron rice, every bite was a flavor explosion. If you haven’t been here yet, don’t wait, you’ll regret not going sooner!
Afshin Shayeghi
We were completely blown away by the quality and portion size of the food we got! We ordered their family platter, which included three types of kebabs and 2-3 sides. The food was super flavorful and cooked to perfection, and it arrived quickly with no delays. The best part? It was incredibly affordable—around $85, and it was more than enough to feed 6+ people. I especially loved the bread that came with the Hummus and Kash Bademjon, it was the perfect pairing. I’d definitely recommend this spot for a family gathering or whenever you’re in the mood for a big, hearty portion of delicious Persian food cooked by someone who really knows their stuff.
… moreGinacurly Q
Best food! Best service! Prime location. Folks, this is worth it in every way and will be back any time I am in the DC metro area. It’s been a long time since I’ve had an actual experience in a restaurant like that and it reminded me of my family growing up with our restaurant; nothing better than a warm and accommodating restaurant! Everything I tried was spot on and especially loved the hummus, chicken kebab, tea and salad! Talk about feeling the love after eating a meal and a soul revival. Thanks for making this the best meal especially after getting a botch surgery that day with barely eating, that food hit different!
… moreMae Mae Optimistic
My friend Lorena and I were treated like we were princesses. Very good customer service, good food and good area! We love love the food!
… moreM K
This Persian restaurant in DC is an absolute gem! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with the warmest hospitality. The kind older gentleman went out of his way to bring us warm, freshly baked bread and smooth, flavorful hummus while we waited for our food—such a thoughtful touch. When our meal arrived, we were blown away by the freshness and richness of the flavors. The chicken and beef platter was perfectly seasoned and juicy, and the fesenjan was a revelation—its deep, tangy-sweet flavors instantly made me a fan of Persian cuisine. This was my first time trying Persian food, and I’m officially hooked! It’s no surprise this place is so popular. I can’t wait to go back!
… moreRay Moreno
Great place for Persian food and the owner Alex is very hospitable. Me daughter and I tried lots of dishes featuring chicken, beef & lamb with two rice options. The traditional basmati with saffron & his grandmother’s mixed vegetables rice. We really enjoyed ourselves. We also had two beautiful salads! The fresh bread and yogurt & cucumber sauce was spot on.
… moreKeshia Wideman
The service was impeccable, the food was mediocre considering the beef was not steak. Overall I would return to try something different. Just a lil under seasoned for me. The falafel is made to order which is a plus.
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