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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224 Reviews
First Review by lazylimabean
Practical_Vegan
Points +101
Love this place - Edit
I order every time I’m in town. Love the fluffy pita bread and hummus.
Read morePros: Neat options, Available for delivery on apps, Great flavor
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moontunes
Points +177
Great Middle Eastern Fare - Edit
Stopped in DC on our way to Virginia to bask in the Impressionist artwork at the National Gallery and went to the original Shouk on K Street for lunch afterward. The location reminded me of a stately brownstone you might find on Boston’s Beacon or Newberry Street. There was limited seating in the raised dining area—my wife and I snagged a small table in a bay window with great street views. Although oil-free at home, I often make an exception when dining out. I was pleased to find that, while a number of dishes contain canola oil, several contain olive instead. Using the large wall-mounted touch screen to place and pay for our order was easy and stress-free. Staff were helpful in helping me choose my dishes and quick in preparing them. I started with the Za’atar Cauliflower: roasted cauliflower, chickpeas, roasted red peppers, greens, hummus, lemony chug, and a zig zag of tahini all served over a bed of white rice. The zesty Za’atar spices complimented and enhanced the subtle flavor of the cauliflower. The humus was lightly whipped and delicious, and the rice perfectly cooked. Next, I had the Shawarma Pita: seared oyster mushrooms, green cabbage, cucumber & onion, arugula, and creamy tahini. The pocket was served warm and the Shawarma spices washed the palette in a savory wave of foreign flavors. Along with these two main dishes, I had a side of kale salad doused in some kind of vegan cream sauce that brought a tasty tang to an otherwise standard flavor. The meal was delicious and reasonably priced, especially for DC. I look forward to a return visit.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-02-27
Pros: Flavor, Service, Quality
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MichaelJakubek
Points +450
Israeli street food in an American city made by Spanish-speaking people - Edit
This place claims to be a takeout/delivery place, so when I came in the windy and rainy afternoon, it was a great surprise that I could dine in! It says it serves street food, and even though I have never been to Israel, it really did feel like a very sophisticated street food. On the other hand, they say they try to do a lot for the government, and yet the only non-disposable dish I received was a metal tray. Everything else is wooden, plastic, or paper and goes to one bin. Culinarily, however, it was excellent. For ~$27 I got a main dish of cauliflower bowl ($13), and on top of that some pita bread ($1.5), hummus with pita chips ($6.5), and red lentil soup (~$4).
Read morePros: Clean, nice-smelling, simple, Explosive flavors, Immersive music
Cons: No bathrooms, A lot of paper and plastic, Cash not accepted
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ThroughTheRoses
Points +187
Quick and tasty - Edit
I ordered the "Fried Shouk’n" sandwich and it was very good. My omnivore father got the falafel sandwich and loved it. It was ready quickly.
Read morePros: Lots of options, Decent prices
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Michael.kalmanovitch
Points +400
Really wanted to try this place - Edit
I like to eat. I love using the Happy Cow app for traveling. I get to find all the great places to eat in different cities.
Read moreWhen I was checking out the places to try out in DC before I arrived I watched the great video on their website and I wanted to see if the great review that the person in the video was close to the level they were making it out to be.
Anyway, on my first night in DC, I walked over to the eatery and asked about eating in with real plates. They didn't. I figured I could just get the item wrapped in a wrapper and that would work for me instead of a disposable bowl and such. This would have been a compromise for me since I do not to eat off disposables.
My rating is based not on eating there. Eating lighter on the earth is more than just not eating animal products for me. I also cannot create the waste that so many eateries are partnering with the customers to create.
Unfortunately, their payment system would not accept my Canadian credit card or debit card.
I did write to them to ask if any of their other locations offer real plates - they don't. Pity about that
I walked over to Busboys and Poets and had a good meal there.
Updated from previous review on 2022-12-06
Pros: Looked like a great operation
Cons: Does not offer a wastefree/disposable option
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Vegancoffeetraveler
Points +1454
Quality Middle Eastern street food - Edit
Quality Middle Eastern streetfood, with a lot of taste coming from the ingredients. Ordering is easy, limited seatings inside. The food was excellent, and something to head for in DCm!
Read morePros: Fully vegan, Good middle eastern food
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notthesun
Points +186
Can’t wait to go back - Edit
Shouk sausage was so delicious. Cauliflower side very flavorful. Chocolate chip cookie with cardamom also fantastic. Hummus was a little blah, but it was given complimentary (not sure why).
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-10-04
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CinnamonSpider
Points +62
Delicious and Timely - Edit
Food was delicious and quick! Popping out of the convention center to grab lunch to-go was convenient and far better quality than the food court. Treat yo'self!
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TheGoGoVegan
Points +93
Nice surprise! - Edit
Looking around for vegan options downtown DC on a Sunday aint easy. Ran up on Shouk and was pleasantly surprised how good the food was. Good options once you figure out what is what. The homemade vegan burger was 💣‼️
Read morePros: Lots of options, Homemade vegan burger
Cons: Need better explanation of the food choices
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JZNCYeats
Points +310
Amazing food - Edit
Just behind trader joes is this gem. I had the mushroom pita and friend had a sausage sandwich. Both were delicious!
Read morePros: Great options , Cool indoor and outdoor options
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GanzAnd3rs
Points +1013
Wahnsinnig gut! - Edit
Wirklich sehr leckeres Essen. Bist du in Washington DC musst du unbedingt bei Shouk essen gehen!
Read moreUnser Burger, unsere Pommes und der bestellte "Hot Dog" waren sehr gut gewürzt.
Pros: Alles ist vegan!
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LEGirard
Points +172
Awesome vegan with gluten free options - Edit
My wife and I were visiting downtown DC on business. Decided to try Shouk based on reviews. Physically an attractive very casual place to grab a quick bite. The menu was varied and enticing. We of course tried there specialty burger on gluten free bun. Was very good. Would have another, but now I am interesting in trying other things on the menu.
Read moreWhen ever I visit a new restaurant i always wish they had a sampler dish with several small portions so that One could quickly zero in on one’s favorite (sigh!).
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Nalisa
Points +175
Mushroom Sharma & soup - Edit
I was only able to visit for a week and we didn't want to repeat restaurants but we wish we had when we left. Don't pass this up. My friend loved the sausage link. Wonderful food!
Read morePros: All vegan, filling, quick service, Great variety, good portion size, Dessert options available as well.
Cons: Only bottled beverages , Music too loud inside the restaurant , Uncomfortable, smal, square seats
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Nuruk
Points +31
A delicious quick lunch - Edit
Shouk had a nice variety of menu options. All of the food came out quick, and they had nice outdoor seating. The burger patty was big and filling, and it was so good we came back again on our trip.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-07-15
Pros: Big Portions, Outdoor Seating
Cons: Limited Indoor Seating
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obimoe
Points +421
Incredible and full of flavor - Edit
I ordered the falafel and hummus bowl. It was incredibly filling, a could barely finish it and I eat big portions (and am very pregnant!)
Read moreI ordered the shouk sausage for my 3 year old and it was so full of flavor, I might order it next time. Not too spicy for him, he ate almost the whole thing.
My husband ordered the mushroom shawarma pita. Still delicious, but not quite as good as the sausage... But mushrooms wouldn't really fill me up so I'm biased.
We all split the cardamon chocolate chip cookie and it's was so soft and thick
Edit- we went a second time for sausage and a burger. The burger had whole chickpeas and chunks of mushroom in it, it was very much a veggie burger and tasted very good if that's the kind of veggie burgers you like. Sweet potato fries were delicious too
Updated from previous review on 2022-07-04
Pros: Healthy menu options , Very filling, Great prices
Cons: Limited parking , Only about 3 tables inside, 2 outside
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DC223
Points +115
Best veggie burger around - Edit
Delicious veggie burger that was packed with layers of flavor. It has a great texture, it isn’t trying to be any other kind of burger, it’s one of a kind.
Read moreMushroom shawarma bowl was also delicious, but add falafel/hummus. It’s cheaper then ordering a full side and it makes an amazing full meal if your hungry.
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leekinginc
Points +79
Delicious - Edit
Shouk was near a conference I attended. I met many of the other vegans at the conference in line. The food was absolutely delicious. I went back the next day and want to try the rest of the menu items.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-06-23
Pros: Gluten free options clearly marked, Fast
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HollyBeale
Points +42
SO GOOD!! - Edit
Yum yum yum! So many incredible options, all vegan, not expensive.
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Breah
Points +698
LOVE - Edit
Shouk has been on DC’s list of best restaurants, and it definitely lived up to the hype. All veggie/vegan Mediterranean food. I had the fried chik’n pita and the lentil soup, both excellent! The bread was soft and chewy, the sauces were great, and the mushroom chik’n was actually delicious, even though I’m not typically a mushroom fan.
Read morePros: Affordable , Delicious, All veggie/vegan
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bchudasama95
Points +18
AMAZING ALL-VEGAN RESTAURANT!! - Edit
The fried shouk’n pita and falafel bowl were both amazing! Make sure to get a variety of extra sauces on the side for an extra flavor boost! SO SO YUM! Can’t wait to go back for round 2 😋😋😋
Read morePros: entire menu is vegan so lots of options, food has lots of flavor, all food is made fresh and warm
Cons: self-ordering station takes too long, food is kinda dry without the extra sauce
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KathrinFerrell
Points +274
Food is meh, atmosphere not great either - Edit
Came with high hopes but actually didn’t like it that much. Won’t come back.
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bbradf4
Points +248
Delicious vegan food - Edit
Cool atmosphere and great food. Got the Shouk Burger and Shouk Burger bowl with added falafels. All delicious and gluten free options.
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MaggieH.
Points +40
Okay but does not live up to the hype - Edit
I ordered the Mushroom Shawarma and spicy fries and a passion fruit ginger ale. The fries were very good. The Shawarma was too greasy for me and I couldn't finish it. The interior was ok. Will not come back. But great with an all vegan place.
Read morePros: Only vegan options , Fast
Cons: Too greasy for me
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LacieLynneConstable
Points +26
So delicious and healthy - Edit
Best place to go to for a hearty and filling meal. It’s the best. Every vegan should try this place once
Read morePros: Completely vegan, Lots of options, The opposite of rabbit food
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Ioannam
Points +122
Amazing place - Edit
Pitas and the mushroom side dish are amazing!
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LineshShah
Points +237
Delicious vegan israeli, middle eastern food - Edit
Excellent tasting casual vegan israeli , middle eastern food #Veganuary
Read morePros: Casual dining, reasonably priced, very accomodating, well rated, very popular
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MimiTheVegan
Points +128
Very pleasant surprise! - Edit
We were in DC for the day and decided to get some lunch. We wanted something a little different, and I found Shouk on Happy Cow. We were not disappointed! We ordered the Mushroom Shawarma, Falafel on pita, Hummus (side) with extra pita, and a side of Israeli pickles. YUM. I devoured my shawarma. The pita is HEAVENLY - so soft and flavorful! Definitely recommend this place!
Read morePros: flavorful, reasonably priced, indoor and outdoor seating
Cons: would love more dessert options
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