From The Fairmont Washington, D.C. Best Nearby Middle Eastern (Restaurants) (10 Overall Closest) Metro: Washington, DC Moby Dick – Dupont Circle (Restaurants - Middle Eastern) 1300 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington  DC  20036 • 202-833-9788 Distance: ~0.50 mi         Description: DUPONT CIRCLE. Order a Moby's Combo platter and prepare to dig into some of the best kebabs you've ever tasted. This restaurant specializes in Persian food on a skewer. The meat is juicy and tender, and everything comes at a bargain price. Freshly baked bread and tasty hummus accompany the kebabs for even more flavor. Daily specials deserve notice too, so be sure to look for them. Vegetarian options available. Moby Dick has a total of six locations around the metro area. Casual dress. Moby Dick – Georgetown (Restaurants - Middle Eastern) 1070 31st St NW, Washington  DC  20007 • 202-333-4400 Distance: ~0.52 mi         Description: GEORGETOWN. Order a Moby's Combo platter, and prepare to dig into some of the best kebabs you've ever tasted. This restaurant specializes in Persian food on a skewer. The meat is juicy and tender, and everything comes at a bargain price. Freshly baked bread and tasty hummus accompany the kebabs for even more flavor. Daily specials deserve notice too, so be sure to look for them. Vegetarian options available. Moby Dick has a total of six locations around the metro area. Casual dress. Neyla (Restaurants - Middle Eastern) 3206 N St NW, Washington  DC  20007 • 202-333-6353 Distance: ~0.64 mi         Description: GEORGETOWN. Named for the Mediterranean concept of success, this charming restaurant has made a name for itself in Georgetown. Upscale and welcoming, it offers an array of tasteful Lebanese dishes. Start with stuffed grape leaves, and then try porcini-scented Chilean sea bass or succulent roast duck. Vegetable dishes, salads, fish, and grilled meats make up the bulk of the menu. Smart casual dress. Reservations accepted. Skewers (Restaurants - Middle Eastern) 1633 P St NW, Washington  DC  20009 • 202-387-7400 Distance: ~0.79 mi         Description: DUPONT CIRCLE EAST. Looking for a healthy lunch or dinner that's also quick and affordable? Then head upstairs (above Cafe Luna, that is) to Skewers. The house specialty is kebabs, and since both lamb with eggplant and chicken with roasted peppers virtually fly out of the kitchen, you've got to get your order in quickly. The cafe's popularity is strong, and folks can't seem to get enough of its ambience and tasty food. Vegetable and seafood (in season) kabobs dot the menu as well. Casual dress. Local 16 (Restaurants - Middle Eastern) 1602 U St NW, Washington  DC  20009 • 202-265-2828 Distance: ~1.11 mi         Description: U STREET. This classy neighborhood restaurant offers not only an elegant dining atmosphere, but a soothing haven from the city in the late night hours. From its crimson dining room to its candlelit bar, Local 16 creates an atmosphere that makes anyone feel welcome. Head upstairs to select one of their lush cocktails made with freshly squeezed fruit, veg on the comfy couches, or gaze on the street below from the rooftop deck. METRO: U St-Cardoza Meze (Restaurants - Middle Eastern) 2437 18th St NW, Washington  DC  20009 • 202-797-0017 Distance: ~1.23 mi         Description: ADAMS-MORGAN. Superior Mediterranean-Turkish tapas join an outstanding selection of martinis to make this restaurant a must-visit. The menu boasts over 28 different tapas options and six entrees, so most folks come to sample a variety of the zesty dishes. Notable selections include hummus topped with pureed chickpeas and mucver, zucchini pancakes topped with a tangy sauce. Outdoor patio dining is available. A stylish, trendy set gather here to nibble, sip, and be seen, so dress in your best. Lebanese Taverna (Restaurants - Middle Eastern) 2641 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington  DC  20008 • 202-265-8681 • 703-841-1502 Distance: ~1.32 mi         Description: WOODLEY PARK. For those unfamiliar with Lebanese cuisine, this restaurant will certainly turn you into a fan. If you already know the pleasures of Lebanese dishes, you'll be thrilled by flavorful falafel, hummus, bread from the wood-fired oven, and fresh kebabs made with top-quality meats and veggies. The mezza appetizer is the best way to try it all, with 22 fantastic items impressively presented. Rotisserie chicken melts in your mouth, and pinenut- and spinach-stuffed turnovers are light and flaky. Finish with a glass of arak, an after-dinner drink with an anise-flavored kick. Reservations recommended. Business casual attire. METRO: Woodley Park/Zoo Zaytinya (Restaurants - Middle Eastern) 701 9th St NW Pepco Building, Washington  DC  20001 • 202-638-0800 Distance: ~1.58 mi User Rating: 9 / 10         Description: DOWNTOWN. With its stark white walls, high ceilings and dramatic glass facade, Zaytinya has emerged as a popular after-work gathering place. Hot and cold mezze ("middle-of-the-day" meals) enrich the dining scene with contemporary Eastern Mediterranean fare – for example, lamb with hummus, and spiced sirloin with dry fruit compote. For more substantial appetites, the kebab platter or braised lamb shank with eggplant does nicely. An added perk: Their wine list focuses almost exclusively on Greek, Turkish and Lebanese selections. METRO: Gallery Place/Chinatown Marrakesh (Restaurants - Middle Eastern) 617 New York Ave NW, Washington  DC  20005 • 202-393-9393 Distance: ~1.66 mi         Description: DOWNTOWN. This exotic, lush palace of a restaurant offers the finest in Moroccan and Middle Eastern cuisine in an environment that feasts the senses. Colorful ceilings, golden accents, costumed staffers, and luxurious sofas with embroidered pillows are just the beginning. Your hands will be washed for you after you choose seven mouthwatering courses for communal dining. Who needs silverware? Scoop up delicious salads with chunks of fresh bread. Lemony roasted meats, pungent lamb with chickpeas, and flaky pastries will leave you stuffed and ready to watch some of the world's best belly dancers. Reservations required. Business dress. METRO: Gallery Place/Chinatown Kabob Palace (Restaurants - Middle Eastern) 2333 S Eads St, Arlington  VA  22202 • 703-486-3535 Distance: ~3.65 mi User Rating: 9.5 / 10         Description: ARLINGTON. Open daily, Kabob Palace serves authentic Pakistani food for dine-in or take-out. The menu offers regular specials along with lamb, beef, and vegetable dishes. However, kabobs (both lamb and chicken) are the house specialty. Not in the mood for a kabob? Try charred lamb chops and fresh, warm pita bread, or sample the daily vegetable special. Prices at this Crystal City eatery are sure to make you smile – they're around $5 per entree. Casual dress. Copyright ©2001 10Best Inc. All rights reserved.