Maman Joon

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480 L St NE
Washington, DC 20002

Maman Joon Kitchen in Washington, DC, is a hub of authentic Persian cuisine with multiple locations across DC, Maryland, and Virginia. At Maman Joon, the philosophy is simple yet profound - food should be genuine, well-crafted, and delightful to the palate.

The restaurant's name, a blend of "Maman" meaning "mom" and "Joon" meaning "dear," embodies a sentiment of familial warmth and hospitality. Maman Joon is a welcoming space where family and friends gather to enjoy traditional Persian dishes prepared with fresh ingredients and treasured family recipes.

From homemade yogurts to fresh-baked breads, Maman Joon's menu showcases a rich tapestry of Mediterranean flavors. Whether you're savoring colorful vegetarian dishes like Shirin Polo or indulging in mouth-watering kababs, each dish is a culinary journey that echoes the soulful essence of Persian cuisine.

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2.53 reviews
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Melody L.
2/27/2025

I've been to two of their other locations. The food has always been a good value. I think this location is still working out the kinks though, I thought the koobideh tasted reheated and rubbery. I...

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Vinny G.
8/9/2025

First it's not an easy location to find using a GPS, being at the bottom of a building in a food court. The customer service was nice. Aside from that it's hard to say the food was even basic. It...

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Sarah A.
9/3/2025

If you've been to other Mama Joon locations, this was one will be a huge let down. They were out of koobideh so I got the salmon, which ended up being very dry. I asked for 1/2 rice and 1/2 salad...

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