Mazadar - Fairfax

This restaurant is a hidden gem with stunning decor and incredibly tasty food. We tried lamb kabobs, hummus, lamb shank, and saffron ice cream. The ice cream is homemade and has a unique and delicious flavor. The service was excellent as well. We really enjoyed our experience at this place.

The Afghan/Persian cuisine at this restaurant is truly amazing. The atmosphere is clean and delightful, with a wonderful aroma. The owner is exceptional and goes out of their way to ensure that every guest is well taken care of. It is evident that the owner is passionate about their restaurant and genuinely enjoys serving others. I highly recommend visiting this establishment.

This restaurant offers a fantastic dining experience. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with cozy benches and pillows along one wall. Families filled the room with laughter and joy. The owner, hostess, and chef, Ida, is incredibly kind and helpful. The hummus and Eggplant stew I had were delicious and flavorful. I can't wait to come back tomorrow! I asked Ida to surprise me with my dinner selection, and she did not disappoint. The Veggie Mantu appetizer was delightful, and the Veggie Delight main dish - featuring three vegetable dishes with rice - was wonderful. The butternut squash, spinach, and eggplant were all fantastic, but the sautéed spinach (Subzi) was my favorite. I can't wait to return the next time I'm in town.

I met with a three other friends to catch up and dine here and would happily come again. The staff are courteous and friendly, the food is flavorful, and the interior is designed with a modern Mediterranean style that makes the atmosphere an absolute delight. They also have dishes that can be made vegetarian or vegan which is a huge plus. Everyone in the group enjoyed their meal. We had various types of mantu paired with a pot of hibiscus tea and another pot of saffron tea along with baklava for dessert. You will feel like an esteemed guest dining at this place. Highly recommended!

Very classy restaurant. My appetizer and tea and sugar was all brought out in china. I ordered the lamb shank, with rice that has carrots and raisins. I’ve never had this type of rice before. It’s very good. I think the dish I ordered is Afghan.