Vegan
Mediterranean
Delivery
Take-out
Middle Eastern
Israeli
Casual, vegan Israeli cuisine eatery. Est. May 2016. Open Mon-Sun 11:00am-8:00pm.
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655 K St NW, Washington, District Of Columbia, USA, 20001
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Last update on 20 Feb 2023 by LJVegan
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213 Reviews
First Review by lazylimabean
collsmaj
Points +108
Amazing - Edit
Cauliflower pita was delicious! I'd come back just for that. My husband really enjoyed his fennel pita. The plaintain fries were great too. I liked that even though it was a fast casual restaurant, they had tap beer and wine on the menu. Overall wonderful vegan experience.
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TravelVeggie
Points +313
ALL TIME FAVORITE - Edit
100% vegan place in dc!
Read moreThey make everything by themselves, including the Pita Bread. Love love love this place .
The owner is sooo nice
Pros: cashew labaneh, cauliflower majadrah, lentil soup
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mimiveganloca
Points +45
Great Vegan Option - Edit
OMG... the fennel pita and the chickpea pita were unlike anything I’ve ever had before...so tasty...I will be back to try others. And the sweet potato fries were the best I ever had...and I am a sweet potato fry snob!!!!
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happyhourjon
Points +30
awesome! - Edit
Just hit up Shouk and had the burger. It was awesome! Maybe best vegan burger I've had. Also, like most vegan places, the store had a great energy and friendly staff. Can't wait to go back and try other stiff!
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xxxx
Points +267
So good! - Edit
The food is simple but delicious. The kind of food that you put in your mouth and feels a "wow". We got the hamburger, the lentil soup and the mushroom pita and all were amazing! For the road we got the polenta fries, which were too salty to the point of being inedible, and the cookie which was moist and awesome! The service was fast, sweet and warm. The cashier knew we were out of town, since everyone that are from the DC area eat there once and become a regular. I believe her.
Read morePros: Delicious, Cheap, Warm and welcoming service
Cons: Polenta fries too salty., Only one dessert option
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nat9966
Points +13
Excellent - Edit
The people who work here are awesome, and the food is great. Cauliflower pita is top notch. Must stop every time I’m in DC.
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jonkatz5
Points +46
Shouk does it right, again and again! - Edit
From the moment you enter Shouk, you find a clean, welcoming oasis for a vegan feast or snack (take your pick).
Read moreThe food is fresh and leaves a good feeling in one's stomach during the meal and long after.
Don't miss the great harissa hot sauce and lentil soup to accompany any meal.
My only regret is that they do not accept tips. In fact, the cashier put my cash tip back in my pocket when I tried leaving a currency tip on the counter.
Be ready to pay by credit or debit card. No cash is handled here.
Pros: Great food, Great energy, Friendly and efficient staff
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DODIBOSSAS
Points +173
Excelent! - Edit
Tasty food! All vegan:D
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Karen P
Points +76
A Wonderful Vegan Eatery - Edit
Exotic Middle-Eastern food beautifully prepared. A nice variety of preparations. The "burger" is unbelievable! Friendly service.
Read morePros: Wonderful, exotic food with good options., Nice, friendly staff., Best vegan burger in town.
Cons: Wish their dining stools had backs!, Beverages could be better.
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kenvegan
Points +12932
Delicious Middle Eastern with a Modern Twist - Edit
The excellent reviews of this restaurant brought me here. When I walked in, I had a great feeling about this place. The decor is super cool, with wooden shelves showcasing various sauces and spices against the brick walls, and clean and sturdy wooden tables.
Read moreThe staff was friendly and helpful. I ordered the Shouk burger and polenta fries. The veg burger was substantial, but I was quite hungry, and enjoyed every bite. The polenta fries were unusual, with a wonderful taste of rosemary and other spices.
For a quick, inexpensive lunch DC, this is a wonderful option.
Pros: Wonderful decor, Excellent food, Excellent service
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ArashArabasadi
Points +132
So good - Edit
Love hummus? Pita sandwiches? Rosemary lemonade?
Read moreYou'll love this place.
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custerja
Points +79
So tasty and great service! - Edit
The burger and sweet potato fries were amazing! The chocolate chip cookies were mouth watering. The two staff members I interacted with were incredibly nice and helpful. Must stop in if you're in DC!
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Maxim
Points +24
Best burger, and so much more - Edit
Shouk is a gem. If you are a vegan visiting DC, put it on your "must-visit" list! The food is delicious and original, and portions are very generous. The place is well designed, and service is superb.
Read morePros: excellent food, good value, friendly staff and attractive space
Cons: None!
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nataliejane38
Points +46
Burger was great! - Edit
I was in DC for a few days and glad this place was within walking distance of my hotel. I got the burger (no bun - over greens) and it was great! Super filling and flavorful. The sauces it came with were great too.
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kurtanderson
Points +150
I need this place in CA - Edit
I'm in D.C. For 5 days and I have eaten at Shouk 6 times. It's that good
Read moreThe burgers are famous (and delicious) but my favorite thing is the breakfast pita.
Only thing I can not recommend is the drinks. I tried each separately and combined and I just did not like it.
Super cool atmosphere and fun and informative staff.
Hey Shouk how about a San Francisco location???
Pros: insanely delicious , great staff, fun vide
Cons: house made drinks, somewhat spendy, too far from my home
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m@earthville
Points +9566
Tasty, filling, friendly, and mostly healthy - Edit
True to its name, Shouk is a lively place full of flavors and colors. It does a well-conceived balancing act between comfort food and health consciousness. Fries with that? Yes, but choose polenta fries or sweet potato fries. And there are three interesting salad options.
Read moreShouk is not a falafel joint: the offerings are creative and multicultural, though inspired by the Middle East. If you're into spicy, try the harissa.
Service was exceptionally warm and friendly.
Enjoy!
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MyGreenTongue
Points +478
Great Flavourful Food - Edit
Love the food here. The Shouk Burger is my favourite, they know how to balance flavours very well. Everything I have tried here tastes fresh and delicious. Friendly staff and relaxed atmosphere.
Read morePros: Delish food, relaxed venue
Cons: more seating needed
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daroff
Points +1613
Consistently Delicious & Healthy Vegan Fare - Edit
Have been to Shouk about half a dozen times and find it consistently delicious - with great staff and excellent healthy vegan fare.
Read moreIt's about a three minute walk from the D.C. Convention Center - so definitely worth the walk if you're at a conference.
My favorite dish is the Breakfast Pita - which is a veggie omelette (from chickpea flower), Israeli salad, and crushed avocado. It's superb! All of the pita dishes can be served over rice and lentils (mujadra), if you want to lessen the gluten or carbs of eating pita.
We love the polenta fries. The sweet potato fries are good too.
There's not a lot of places to sit - so you might want to come early during rush times, or have someone grab seats while you order. There's outdoor seating too when the weather is nice. Parking is a drag too - but it's close the the Mt. Vernon Square/Convention Center Metro Stop.
Staff are very friendly and give the restaurant a great vibe.
Pros: Close to Convention Center & Verizon Center, lots of delicious options , non-bread options (mujadra bowls)
Cons: not many seats, not a lot of parking
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philipcristiano
Points +29
Must Try - Edit
I stopped here when in DC for the weekend. The reviews were all positive and I wasn't disappointed! The few tables inside were full but there was plenty of seating outside.
Read moreThe staff was friendly and helpful and our food was ready quickly. I didn't care much for the fries but the rest of the food was fantastic.
If you're Vegan and in DC, you should stop by!
Pros: Friendly Staff, Great Food
Cons: Limited indoor seating
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veganeconomist
Points +106
Delicious street food - Edit
Shouk offers a pretty wide selection of pitas, salads and burgers at reasonable prices. Ordered a mushroom pita and it was delicious! Even my non-vegan friends were impressed by how good the food was. One of them even said he was going to bring his colleagues there for lunch next time.
Read moreThe place also had a good vibe to it.
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Noodlegirl
Points +322
seriously delicious - Edit
This place was great! My burger made of 21different plant based ingredients (and no soy) was seriously delicious and my friend liked her black bean pita. We also enjoyed the rosemary infused lemonade. Cant wait to go back!
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BaltiVegn
Points +260
I'm craving it - Edit
Highly recommend the mushroom pita. Also had the black bean pita, would not recommend. Nice outdoor seating. Only takes cash. Friendly staff. Counter service. Good pickles.
Read morePros: Excellent Food., Outdoor Seating, Friendly Staff
Cons: Only Takes Cash
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vegSCPA
Points +100
Shouk = A+ - Edit
Shouk is a wonderful restaurant for vegans. My family & I found this place via HappyCow, and we ended up going back there for nearly every meal because it was close by our hotel, and Shouk's food was so much better than the hotel's! The staff were extremely friendly & remembered us when we returned the next day. There is variety in the menu. Shouk is a place that you should definitely check out!
Read morePros: Delicious food, Personable staff, Menu variety / interesting combinations
Cons: Need small table for outdoor seating
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oleiah
Points +587
Shouk is legit - Edit
Shouk is doing everything right: awesome unique food, friendly staff, modern space, and it's all vegan. The owner (who is hanging around the shop almost all the time) is super friendly and helpful. They call their food "plant-based," which is probably smart since "vegan" can scare people off. The food is interesting, creative, and tasty. My husband especially loves how it's all plants and there's no faux-cheese or faux-meat patties just to cater to Western-diets. Shouk doesn't shy away from spicy. It's maybe a bit on the pricey side, but I really want Shouk to succeed (their location is odd), so we try to visit often. We need more proud 100% vegan restaurants in the world!
Read morePros: friendly, unique, 100% vegan
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DCVegan2017
Points +46
The cauliflower, mushroom, and fennel pitas rock! - Edit
Shouk has consistently excellent Moroccan vegan food. The cauliflower pita has homemade creamy tahini, tomato, scallion, and parsley. The way the flavors come together is amazing, and it is one of my favorites.
Read moreThe mushroom pita is a close runner up, with big slices of portobello mushroom, cauliflower, asparagus, arugula, tahini, and za'atar. I am a serious mushroom lover and can't wait to get this as a bowl next time. (All pitas can be made into a bowl of rice and lentils.)
My third favorite is the fennel pita, which includes potato, red pepper, and pistachio pesto. This has a unique taste, very refreshing. I loved this more than expected.
The most popular selling item at Shouk is now the Shouk burger, voted the best DC veggie burger. I found the Shouk burger to be a bit too spicy and missed the flavor combinations of the cauliflower or mushroom pitas. It is definitely a tasty veggie burger that draws long lines of customers, but I would rather have a pita.
The polenta fries with tomato sauce were good, but I found that ordering the cauliflower pita was enough for me. The sweet potato fries with cashew labneh are said to be good, but I haven't tried them yet.
I also was told the beet tahini is excellent and will try it one day, along with the ratatouille pita and other pitas I have yet to try. I also haven't tried the Shouk salad yet but read it is good.
Shouk just came out with a new breakfast burrito that includes chickpeas and avocado. I haven't tried it yet as i am so in love with the pitas.
The price tag for a pita is nearly $10 and for fries nearly $5. That can seem very pricey, but these are pitas made from the freshest ingredients, including tahini and veggie burgers made in house.
During lunch hour, the lines can be longer and seats hard to find. The atmosphere is meant to be like a Moroccan shouk, with long tables and somewhat uncomfortable stools. Sometimes it can be hard to find a seat during the busiest times.
Shouk has consistently great food and is definitely worth the trip!
Pros: The cauliflower and mushroom pitas rock!, Pitas can be made into rice and lentil bowls., The staff is great, and the ingredients are fresh!
Cons: The seats can be hard and uncomfortable., Seating is very limited, especially during lunch., Some of the food can be too spicy or salty.
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Juanefny
Points +190
amazing! - Edit
Came to this area for a conference. Delicious food and very friendly service. Definitely going back this week before going home. The burger is to die for.
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SarahHarmonOberther
Points +93
Odd Flavors - Edit
It's nice that it's vegan but I can't believe how many people rated this place 5 starts. The food is mediocre at best. Very strange and conflicting flavors. The pita bread was nice as was the spicy harissa bust that's about it. Is was pricy but we are in DC so it's expected. I had the burger and my hubby had a pita. It was just ok. There are many much better places in the area. Overall I would NOT recommend.
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