ala – Middle Eastern
Sun-drenched and spirited, ala serves as a vibrant Levantine sanctuary where the air is perfumed with toasted za’atar and the convivial hum of communal dining. Guests lose themselves in a bountiful tapestry of flavors, from the crunch of golden seeded falafel and velvety labneh to smoky mushroom kebabs, all complemented by the floral brightness of a Jallab Sour. This celebratory atmosphere transforms every meal into a leisurely journey, where bottomless feasts and artfully plated mezze capture the warm, generous essence of Mediterranean hospitality.
1320, 19th Street Northwest, Washington, DC, 20036-1610 +12027171166 https://www.ala-dc.com/0Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Diet fit at ala
Dairy-Free at ala
ala in Washington has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seeded Falafel and Mezze Lunch Experience. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at ala
ala in Washington has 5 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seeded Falafel, Za'atar Labneh and Mezze Lunch Experience. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at ala
ala in Washington has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mushroom Kebab and Za'atar Labneh. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at ala
ala in Washington has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seeded Falafel, Mezze Lunch Experience and Bottomless Cocktails Add-on. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at ala
ala in Washington has 5 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seeded Falafel, Za'atar Labneh and Mezze Lunch Experience. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at ala
ala in Washington has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Za'atar Labneh. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at ala
ala in Washington has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mushroom Kebab. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at ala
ala in Washington has 4 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seeded Falafel, Mushroom Kebab and Za'atar Labneh. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at ala
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Seeded Falafel | 34.8 g | 10.2 g |
| Za'atar Labneh | 12.6 g | 8 g |
| Mushroom Kebab | 1.2 g | 4.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Mezze Lunch
Served to share amongst the table.
- Mezze Lunch Experience - $28: A selection of our best and quickest mezzes served to share amongst the table. Dessert included. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol Available at: lunch
Brunch
Available weekends only.
- Brunch Buffet + Bottomless Food: Brunch buffet featuring mezze, sides, and dessert, plus a bottomless main course (choices include crab omelettes, short rib gyros, shakshuka, and more). Available at: brunch
Appetizers
- Za'atar Labneh: Strained yogurt, za'atar spice Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seeded Falafel: Chickpea fritters with seeds Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Mushroom Kebab: Grilled mushrooms Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Jallab Sour: Fruit syrup cocktail Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Bottomless Cocktails Add-on - $12: Available with brunch Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about ala
- Is ala dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. ala has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seeded Falafel and Mezze Lunch Experience.
- What can I eat at ala on a dairy-free diet?
- Seeded Falafel and Mezze Lunch Experience carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does ala have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Seeded Falafel and Mezze Lunch Experience.
- What is the highest-protein dish at ala?
- Seeded Falafel, at roughly 10.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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