Lebanese specialties & small plates in a contemporary space, plus an umbrella-shaded sidewalk patio.
Marwan Abu-Fadel
If you’re looking for authentic Lebanese cuisine in Northern Virginia, MeJana in Arlington is an absolute gem. The food is consistently outstanding and truly captures the flavors of Lebanon.
Everything we tried was fresh, beautifully prepared, and full of flavor. The mezza selections are fantastic, the grilled dishes are perfectly seasoned, and you can tell the ingredients are high quality. But the real highlight for me was the knafeh (kenefe) — easily one of the best I’ve had. Warm, perfectly sweet, with that ideal balance of crispy and creamy that makes this dessert unforgettable.
The atmosphere is welcoming, the service is attentive, and the overall experience feels both authentic and special. Whether you’re going for a casual dinner or introducing friends to Lebanese cuisine, MeJana is a place you’ll want to come back to again and again.
Highly recommended!
Special thanks to Mr. Azar for being such a gracious and outstanding host–his hospitality truly makes the experience even more memorable.
… moreErin Burt
First time trying Lebanese food and we weren’t disappointed. We started with the stuffed grapes leaves and then each had the Kafta skewers with beef and lamb. The Lebanese Cabernet wine was good too. Out server was very friendly and helpful.
… moreEmily W
Eh. The food was fine, the service was medium, though our server was nice. The portions are very small for the price and they apparently don’t offer their sandwiches/lunch menu on Saturdays. Who wants to eat a $44 lamb chop at 11:30a in the morning? The picture I’ve posted is the Shish Taouk (chicken kebab) which is insultingly small for $28 (phone for scale). The rice was pretty bland and they forgot our toum. I won’t be back and I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone.
… moreMaria Lee
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Mejana – Lebanese Cuisine exceeded our expectations in every way. The service was exceptional – attentive, knowledgeable, and personalized.
The food was outstanding, with expertly prepared and presented dishes that burst with flavor. The craft cocktails were delicious and visually stunning.
The beautiful interior, with elegant décor and comfortable seating, created a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Overall, Mejana is a MUST-visit destination for any food lover. Exceptional service, excellent food, and stunning ambiance make for an unforgettable experience. We’ll definitely be back!
… moreElias Chelala (Chewy)
Mejana offers an incredible Lebanese dining experience with authentic flavors, warm hospitality, and a cozy atmosphere. The food is outstanding—everything from the mezze to the grilled meats is seasoned perfectly and full of rich, traditional flavors. The hummus was creamy and smooth, the kebabs were juicy and flavorful, and the fresh pita was a perfect complement to every dish. The service was attentive and welcoming, making the meal even more enjoyable. Whether you’re looking for a casual meal or a special occasion, Mejana is a fantastic choice for Lebanese cuisine! Highly recommend!
… moreCharly Aldebs
I love this place! I ordered the hot sampler, the dip sampler, and the Shish Tawook platter. The food was amazing the dip sampler had an authentic taste, and the Tawook platter was delicious. The person serving my table was really nice and even accommodated my request to change the side on the Shish Tawook plate. The prices were a bit higher than I expected, but I’ll definitely be coming back for the excellent food!
… moreMary H
It was a nice afternoon so we sat outside on their patio for lunch. The patio is nice, aesthetic and the inside decor is modern with a nice vibe. Service was friendly and the menu had a lot of good options, especially for apps… we wanted to make room for our main entrees… But failed we ordered the cheese sticks and they were delicious!
We came for their mixed grill and it did not disappoint! The meat was flavorful and tender plus presentation is always a plus for me. I loved the rack they served it on. The lamb was my favorite. My husband opted for the chicken shawarma. And he was very happy with his choice.
We would definitely return! There are more things on the menu I’d like to try.
… moreScott White
A MUST TRY restaurant. The food is absolutely delicious. For starters, there’s street parking (harder to find) and, within about 2 blocks, a parking lot, which means there’s no reason not to go. The service is very good here, with attentive, friendly staff. And the setting is very pleasant. It’s the perfect place to take someone special. I took my wife for our anniversary. We started out with arnabit and fried kibeh. For entrees, I had the shish taouk (OMG), my wife had the shrimp skewers, and son the kafta skewers. It was all so delicious. We topped off the evening with desserts, ordering the knefe, warbat, and baklawa. Honestly, as much as the appetizers and entrees were fantastic, the desserts were something I would hold off on. The war at was good, but the knefe and baklawa need work. Overall, you MUST TRY here.
This place is phenomenal. Parking is a little hard as it’s street parking but there’s other places to park nearby and you’ll be glad you did. This place is very welcoming with fantastic service; very attentive and friendly staff. The setting is very nice and is a great place to take someone special. And the food. The food is fantastic. Everything my wife and I got was absolutely delicious. Lately we’ve been on a kick for appetizers, which gives us more things to try and so we did quite a few appetizers and one entree to share. We started off with a pinky colada(?) and a blackberry mule. Both nonalcoholic and very good. For appetizers we had baba ghanouj, arnabit, and batata harra, while the entree was the Mejana grill (3 different skewers) with rice.
I have to go back.
… moreNadia Shaya
I went to MeJana’s for the first time yesterday with another Iraqi friend. The food was delicious! The staff and owner are very receptive and friendly! We were waited on by Mahmood from Iraq. He was very kind, super knowledgeable about the menu, extremely friendly, and very helpful! The owner greeted us before and after. I will definitely go back and try some of the other dishes.
… moreHyun Kwak
The location and atmosphere are great. Food and service are great as well. For two people to have one drink each, one shared appetizer, two entre dishes, and one shared dessert, you will need to budget around $150. Recommend trying the mixed grill!
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