While aesthetically and logistically it’s closer to Closer to Cava Grill or the aforementioned &Pizza than Food Corner Kabob House or Moby Dick, the Shoja’s have a background in preparing the traditional Afghan dish, with parents owning and operating Dulles Kabob and Reston Kabob (now closed). It’s a surprisingly large space for that area, which means there should still be plenty of room lunchtime comes around Stark black and white walls are accented with sleek black marble counters, and bright blue chairs that are meant to evoke the lapis lazuli mines in northern Afghanistan. It’s immediately obvious when entering that this is not your mom or dad’s kabob joint. Opened by cousins Tamim Shoja, Hemad Khwaja, and Masoud Shoja, SKWR Kabobline is the modern interpretation of your neighborhood kabob house. While you could probably grab some Afghan kabob at a million different places downtown, few of them resemble the sleek and modern Kabobline that popped up last week. Note: While there is a decent amount of seating, I wouldn't bring a large (>12) group here if you intend to eat in.Proudly displayed right next to &Pizza (the competition so to speak) SKWR sticks out from the office buildings and dingy lunch spots that litter K Street. Much better than the more familiar fast food spots, but slightly more expensive. Overall, however, it's a solid four stars on a fast food scale, and I'd happily eat here again on its own merits. Maybe a plate would be a better choice, although I didn't actually see anyone with a plate. in the bowl all ends up smooshed together. The food came with a slice of mediocre (but edible) bread. Picky kids can find something here too so this spot is good for tourists. Vegans and gluten free eaters can find a meal here. fair for a novel, downtown, fast food place. My bowl provided a decent amount of food, and the price was. The meatballs were fine, not hard or overcooked. Lots of choices of what you get, proteins, base (rice/lettuce), sauces, and spreads.
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