Little Sesame – Middle Eastern
Sunlight dances across bright, airy spaces where the air is fragrant with the earthy scent of freshly whipped chickpeas and toasted spices. Velvety hummus bowls serve as a vibrant canvas for toppings like smoky charred cauliflower shawarma, tender harissa-braised brisket, and the seasonal warmth of chili-crisp roasted squash. Paired with the refreshing crunch of herb-flecked fattoush salads, the experience is a soulful celebration of modern Middle Eastern flavors that feels both nourishing and indulgent.
1828, L Street Northwest, Washington, DC, 20036 +12029751971 https://eatlittlesesame.com/0Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, dairy-free, nut-free, vegan, high-protein, gluten-free, low-carb, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, heart-healthy, sugar-free, diabetic, low-fat, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, atkins, south-beach, detox, raw-food, volumetrics, tlc, alkaline, zone, mayo-clinic, sirtfood, pegan, candida, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Salads
- Fattoush Salad with Chicken - $14.95: Romaine, Cabbage, Carrots, Radish, Crispy Pita, Herbs, Choice of Sumac Dressing, Labneh Ranch or Tahini Caesar Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Fattoush Salad with Cauliflower Shawarma - $12.95: Romaine, Cabbage, Carrots, Radish, Crispy Pita, Herbs, Choice of Sumac Dressing, Labneh Ranch or Tahini Caesar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Seasonal Autumn Salad with Chicken - $15.95: Baby Kale, Toasted Almonds, Honeycrisp Apple, Maple Mustard Tahini Dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Sirtfood
- Seasonal Autumn Salad with Cauliflower Shawarma - $13.95: Baby Kale, Toasted Almonds, Honeycrisp Apple, Maple Mustard Tahini Dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Sirtfood, Pegan
Hummus Bowls
- Chili Crisp Roasted Squash Hummus Bowl - $15.95: Fly By Jing Chili Crisp Hot Honey, Tahini, Sesame, Cilantro, served with pita Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic
- Harissa Braised Brisket Hummus Bowl - $17.95: Grass Fed Beef, Fried Shallots, Golden Garlic Tahini, Salsa Verde, served with pita Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Roasted Artichoke Hummus Bowl - $16.95: Preserved Lemon Tahini, Za’atar, Fresh Dill, served with pita Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Cauliflower Shawarma Hummus Bowl - $12.95: Roasted Onion Tahini, Everything Spice Crunch, Herbs, served with pita Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Chicken Shawarma Hummus Bowl - $13.95: Pickled Red Onion, Green Tahini, Herbs, served with pita Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, High-Fiber
- Keep it Classic Hummus Bowl - $13.95: Warm Chickpeas, Tahini, Cilantro Jalapeño Hot Sauce, served with pita Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
Pita Sandwiches
- Tomato Braised Chicken Pita - $14.95: Preserved Lemon, Tahini, Herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean
- Roasted Eggplant Pita - $13.95: Pickled Cabbage, Tahini, Green Scug Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic
- Breakfast Egg Pita Sandwich - $9.95: Soft Scrambled Egg, Tahini, Chopped Salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- Chicken Shawarma Pita - $14.25: Roasted Peppers, Herbs, Green Tahini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean
- Cauliflower Shawarma Pita - $13.95: Baby Kale, Maple Mustard Tahini Dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Sirtfood
Grilled Cheese Pitas
- Cauliflower Shawarma Grilled Cheese - $13.95: Caramelized Onion, Crispy Kale, Chickpea Mayo, Melted Gouda Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Chicken Shawarma Grilled Cheese - $14.95: Caramelized Onion, Pickled Chili, Chickpea Mayo, Melted Gouda Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Sides
- Baby Kale & Maple Mustard Tahini - $5.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Sirtfood, Pegan
- Roasted & Marinated Peppers - $5.25 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan
- Cauliflower & Tahini Salad - $5.25 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan, Candida
- Old School Cucumber Salad - $5.25 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
Desserts
- Vanilla Tahini Soft Serve - $5.25: Made with Oat Milk Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Cinnamon Apple Soft Serve - $5.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Swirl Soft Serve - $5.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Hibiscus Iced Tea - $3.25
- Butterfly Pea Flower Lemonade - $3.25
- Select Drinks
Bundles & Packs
- Build Your Own Bundle (6 Tubs) - $36: Mix and match any six hummus or tahini sauce
- Taster Pack - $36: 4 core hummus flavors plus a 5-pack of pita Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic
- Hummus for Kids Pack - $32: 4 Cartons of Hummus for Kids (16 x 2.5 oz single-serve cups) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Party Pack - $38: Hummus and pita for a group Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic