Charcoal Kabob – Middle Eastern
The air at Charcoal Kabob is thick with the intoxicating scent of spice-rubbed meats sizzling over glowing embers, drawing diners into a space where the ancient art of the grill takes center stage. Golden, crispy boolanee and warm tandoori bread serve as the perfect prelude to a parade of succulent skewers, ranging from tender, charred lamb chops to the robust, herb-flecked flavors of traditional chapli kabobs. Each plate arrives as a vibrant celebration of smoke and seasoning, offering a soulful dining experience that honors the deep, savory traditions of the hearth.
394, Elden Street, Herndon, VA, 20170 +17034352400 https://www.charcoalkabobhouse.com/0Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at Charcoal Kabob
Dairy-Free at Charcoal Kabob
Charcoal Kabob in Herndon has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Basmati Rice (Large), Kubedah Kabob and Tandoori Bread. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Charcoal Kabob
Charcoal Kabob in Herndon has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kubedah Kabob and Chicken Curry. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Charcoal Kabob
Charcoal Kabob in Herndon has 13 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetable Curry (8oz), Basmati Rice (Large) and Veggie Combo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Charcoal Kabob
Charcoal Kabob in Herndon has 6 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetable Curry (8oz), Chicken Kabob and Basmati Rice (Large). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Charcoal Kabob
Charcoal Kabob in Herndon has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Basmati Rice (Large), Tandoori Bread and Basmati Rice (Small). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Charcoal Kabob
Charcoal Kabob in Herndon has 13 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetable Curry (8oz), Basmati Rice (Large) and Veggie Combo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Charcoal Kabob
Charcoal Kabob in Herndon has 12 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetable Curry (8oz), Chicken Kabob and Basmati Rice (Large). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Charcoal Kabob
Charcoal Kabob in Herndon has 2 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Basmati Rice (Large) and Basmati Rice (Small). 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 Charcoal Kabob
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Curry | 60.5 g | 38.1 g |
| Vegetable Curry (8oz) | 21.2 g | 32.5 g |
| Chicken Haleem | 117.5 g | 32.3 g |
| Chapli Kabob | 63 g | 25.3 g |
| Fish Kabob | 0.2 g | 21.8 g |
| Chicken Kabob | 1.5 g | 20.5 g |
| Chicken Char-Bowl | 23.8 g | 18.7 g |
| Veggie Kabob | 53.1 g | 18.3 g |
| Chicken Chapli | 9.8 g | 17.4 g |
| Chicken & Keema | 9.8 g | 17.4 g |
| Basmati Rice (Small) | 4.8 g | 13.2 g |
| Basmati Rice (Large) | 4.8 g | 13.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Boolanee - $4.99: Flat-bread from Afghanistan, fried with a vegetable filling including potatoes and green onion. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Samosa - $2.29: Fried appetizer dish with a savoury filling, including medium-spicy potatoes, onions and peas. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus with Tandoori Bread - $7.99: Cooked, mashed chickpeas, blended with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, salt and garlic served with Tandoori bread. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Beef Kabob - $21.99: Tender boneless beef pieces cooked over hickory charcoal grill. Includes rice, salad, bread and one side of curry vegetable. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chapli Kabob - $17.99: Afghani style burger patty made of minced ground beef combined with spices and fresh vegetables. Includes rice, salad, bread and one side of curry vegetable. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Keema Kabob - $17.99: Ground beef mixed with spices and green chillies. Includes rice, salad, bread and one side of curry vegetable. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kubedah Kabob - $17.99: Ground beef mixed with parsley, chopped onions and topped with sumac. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Kabob - $18.99: Boneless marinated Lamb shoulder pieces cooked over hickory charcoal grill. Includes rice, salad, bread and one side of curry vegetable. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Chops / Rib Kabob - $26.99: Lamb Ribs marinated and cooked over hickory charcoal grill. Includes rice, salad, bread and one side of curry vegetable. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Kabob - $17.99: Chicken breast cooked over hickory charcoal grill. Includes rice, salad, bread and one side of curry vegetable. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Chicken - $17.99: Legs and thighs marinated medium spicy and cooked over hickory charcoal grill. Includes rice, salad, bread and one side of curry vegetable. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Chapli - $17.99: Afghani style burger patty made of minced ground chicken combined with spices and fresh vegetables. Includes rice, salad, bread and one side of curry vegetable. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Kofta - $17.99: Minced ground chicken combined with spices and fresh vegetables cooked over hickory charcoal grill. Includes rice, salad, bread and one side of curry vegetable. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Afghani Palow - $17.99: Steamed seasoned rice cooked with carrots, raisins and served with a skewer of Chicken Kabob, salad and one side of curry vegetable. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Curry - $17.99: Chicken stewed in an onion and tomato-based sauce, flavored with ginger, garlic, tomato puree, chili peppers and spices. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Haleem - $17.99: Wheat, barley, shredded chicken, lentils, spices and rice. Includes rice, salad, bread and one side of curry vegetable. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Butter Masala - $18.99: Chunks of roasted marinated chicken in a spiced curry and creamy sauce. Includes rice, salad, bread and one side of curry vegetable. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Biryani - $17.99: Long-grained rice dish flavored with exotic spices, assortment of vegetables and layered with boneless chicken. Served with salad, curry vegetable and chicken curry gravy. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Kabob - $17.99: White fish marinated in spices and cooked over hickory charcoal grill. Includes rice, salad, bread and one side of curry vegetable. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Kabob - $16.99: Assortment of vegetables (potatoes, carrots, parsley) minced and cooked over hickory charcoal grill. Includes rice, salad, bread and one side of curry vegetable. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Combo - $16.99: Combination of four curry vegetables (Daal, Spinach, Chickpeas, Mix-Vegetables) served with rice and tandoori bread. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Kabob Combos
- Chicken & Keema - $21.99: Combination of Chicken kabob and a skewer of Keema Kabob. Includes rice, salad, bread and one side of curry vegetable. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb & Keema - $21.99: Combination of Lamb kabob and a skewer of Keema Kabob. Includes rice, salad, bread and one side of curry vegetable. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb & Chicken - $21.99: Combination of Lamb kabob and a skewer of Chicken Kabob. Includes rice, salad, bread and one side of curry vegetable. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Super Combo - $23.99: Combination of Chicken kabob, Lamb Kabob and a skewer of Keema Kabob. Includes rice, salad, bread and one side of curry vegetable. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef & Chicken - $23.99: Combination of Beef kabob and a skewer of Chicken Kabob. Includes rice, salad, bread and one side of curry vegetable. Available at: dinner, lunch
Wraps & Bowls
- Gyro Wrap - $15.99: Lamb/beef cooked on a vertical rotisserie, wrapped in tandoori bread with lettuce, tomatoes, onions and tzatziki sauce. Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyro Meal - $17.99: Gyro wrap served with rice and one side dish. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wrap - $15.99: Roasted marinated chicken wrapped in tandoori bread with lettuce, tomatoes, onion and tzatziki sauce. Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wrap Meal - $17.99: Chicken wrap served with rice and one side dish. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Char-Bowl - $15.99: Roasted marinated chicken served over rice, salad, fresh toppings and secret white sauce. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyro Char-Bowl - $15.99: Lamb/beef cooked on a vertical rotisserie served over rice, salad, fresh toppings and secret white sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
Karahies
- Chicken Karahi (For 2) - $34.99: Combination of white and dark chicken meat made with green chilies, ginger, and spices. Served with two side salads and two tandoori breads. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Karahi (For 2) - $39.99: Lamb made with fresh green chilies, ginger, and spices. Served with two side salads and two tandoori breads. Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Kashmiri Chai - $3.99: Pink beverage made from special green tea leaves, creamy and topped with crushed almonds. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Dough - $3.99: Cold savory yogurt-based beverage mixed with salt and mint. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Mango Lassi - $5.99: Yogurt, milk and mango pulp.
Desserts
- Gulab Jamun - $4.99: Milk-solids-based balls dunked in rose flavored sugar syrup. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Baklava - $4.99: Rich, sweet dessert pastry made of layers of filo filled with chopped walnuts and honey. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Kulfi - $2.99: Frozen dairy dessert. Available in Mango, Pistachio, Malai, Almond and Coconut. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Sides
- Tandoori Bread - $2.72: Leavened bread baked in a clay oven. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Basmati Rice (Small) - $2.99: Light, tender and fluffy basmati rice. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Basmati Rice (Large) - $5: Light, tender and fluffy basmati rice. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Curry (8oz) - $3.99: Choice of Daal, Spinach, Chickpeas, or Mix-Vegetables. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Charcoal Kabob
- Is Charcoal Kabob dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Charcoal Kabob has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Basmati Rice (Large), Kubedah Kabob and Tandoori Bread.
- What can I eat at Charcoal Kabob on a dairy-free diet?
- Basmati Rice (Large), Kubedah Kabob and Tandoori Bread carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Charcoal Kabob have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Basmati Rice (Large) and Tandoori Bread.
- Is Charcoal Kabob gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Charcoal Kabob?
- Chicken Curry, at roughly 38.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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