Maya Bistro

Ashlea Çalgın

a year ago

My husband and I are both Turkish, so I decided to find a Turkish restaurant while we were visiting DC to enjoy for his birthday. The original restaurants I picked did not serve döner on the day we wanted to go, so I had to find a place that served his second favorite- Mantı. I was in it solely for the Pide, especially as a vegetarian. I also ordered the fried cauliflower with cacık (yogurt sauce) instead of tahini… and it was wonderful! In fact, I thought MY food was so good, that I ordered it for delivery again the next night! My husband and I both agreed that we didn’t care too much for the lahmacun, (yes, the vegetarian tried a BITE because I had to… It’s in my blood.) but the Pide was baked perfectly. I could taste a hint of feta or a sharp cheese inside, but just enough to add the perfect amount of flavor! Dining in was a calm atmosphere, but my husband and I were dealing with a few family issues at the time so our visit was cut short. I wish it wouldn’t have been, because I wanted to stick around for coffee and dessert! I did manage to order Künefe to go, and it was really good too. Not the first restaurant I had in mind, but definitely a cute little hidden gem. Go support this small business, solely for the Pide! 🇹🇷

Clayton DSouza

a year ago

Very good Turkish food. We ordered the mezze and each and every food was very well made. The Mixed grill was even better with the most succulent meats and the most flavorful rice and bulgar

Jacqueline Laurin

6 months ago

Had dinner at Maya Bistro. Had not been there for a while. Great service from Ali. Food is still excellent. We received complimentary hot, delectable pita bread with olive tapenade. The red lentil soup was delicious and served hot like soup should be. We shared 2 dishes and both were delicious. Orange & beet salad on a potato puree with olive oil and lemon and sprinkled with walnuts & onions. Yum! And very tender pieces of chicken with yogurt on bread and also with grilled bell peppers, jalapeño and tomato. So good. Restaurant has pleasant low lighting, nice bar, very clean, cloth napkins. An enjoyable experience. Can’t wait to go back and try other items on the menu!

Idris Ulas

3 months ago

Great place for authentic Turkish food. I recently visited Maya Bistro and tried the Adana kebab and baklava—both were delicious. The bread was incredibly fresh as well. I’ll definitely be back to try more dishes.

Scott White

Edited 10 months ago

Always a pleasure to eat here. While they only have a small (free) parking lot, I’ve never had an issue getting parked. The staff are friendly and attentive, with a relaxing casual setting appropriate for family and friends. The menu is wide enough to satisfy just about anyone, and the food is great. On my last visit, we started out with the Maya trio, ordering the hummus, baba ganoush, and patlican kozleme (one of my favorites). For my main meal I opted to try the baked zucchini. It’s good, but I have other favorites I tend to drift to. My wife had the manti (which I always enjoy) and son had the sucuk (although I love the lamacun). We finished the meal off with knefe, a MUST TRY. This is a great place to take a loved one, or family. The food, service, and atmosphere are all great. I’ve always had a very positive experience here. There’s some parking in front of the restaurant and there’s also street parking. The menu selection is diverse enough that everyone should be able to find something they’ll enjoy. This time I started with the patlican kozleme, which is absolutely delicious, and the beyti yogurt. My wife ordered the baked zucchini, although I think it was slightly overcooked. But everything is always delicious. And you have to have the knefe! Amazing food. Amazing service. From the moment my wife and I entered the restaurant, we felt like part of the family. The staff were so friendly and helpful. We tried 3 different spreads (htipiti, baba ganoush, and patlican kozleme), the mousaka, Adana, baklava, and kunefe. Everything was absolutely delicious. The atmosphere was very casual but in a very relaxing way. This has definitely become a place to go to regularly. Others were clearly regulars.

Mustafa SARAC

3 months ago

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely delicious lahmacun! The crust was thin and perfectly crispy, the minced topping was flavorful and well-seasoned (not greasy at all), and everything tasted super fresh. The lemon and salad/onion garnish on top made it even better—bright, refreshing, and the perfect balance with the spices. Came out hot and looked just like the photo. I’ll definitely be back for this again!

Aida Huseynov

3 months ago

Such a lovely place for a dinner. The atmosphere is warm, cozy, and intimate. Perfect for dinner🍷 The food was absolutely delicious, fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The service was kind, attentive, which made the evening even more special. Maya Bistro is one of those places where you feel comfortable and want to stay a little longer. Definitely a spot we’ll return to again and again 💛🍷🤗

Ece Karabudak

3 months ago

Loved this restaurant! The Beyti was amazing, tender, flavorful, and served hot with creamy yogurt and a rich tomato butter sauce. The service was friendly and attentive, and the place felt clean, welcoming, and comfortable. Great portions, highly recommend!

James Robert

3 months ago

Solid Turkish spot in Arlington! Maya Bistro is my regular go-to. The Beyti Yogurt is amazing; warm Turkish flatbread rolled with seasoned ground beef and lamb, fresh garlic flavor, then topped with rich tomato sauce and creamy yogurt. Super tasty, good portion, and the yogurt makes it so balanced. Around $23 and totally worth it. You should definitly try Turkish Coffe with baklava or kunefe dessert, delicious. The Turkish staff was great; family-run, friendly and welcoming. Relaxed vibe.

Kübra Tayyar

3 months ago

Turkish food is amazing. The food I ate here was incredible and very delicious. The waiters and the owner, Mr. Murat, took great care of us. They are very friendly and people who love their job. The restaurant's atmosphere, energy, and hygiene are impeccable. I can't wait to go back again.