we cater
your event
When it comes to your next event, let us take care of the food with our delicious and expertly crafted catering options featuring a wide range of middle east dishes that are sure to please any palate.
Order
your favorites online
At our restaurant, we strive to offer the best possible dining experience. With the added convenience of online ordering, you can now enjoy the same great food from the comfort of your own home.
mama ayesha's
Established in 1960.
Our founder, Mama Ayesha Abraham, was born on the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem in the late 1800s. After running 24 farms by the age of 21, she came to the United States in the late 1940s and was hired as a cook for the Syrian Embassy. After toiling at the embassy and working at several D.C. restaurants, she opened her first restaurant in 1960, Calvert Cafe.
Reviews
Review by - Yelp
Paula K:
We had a big group, and they were able to accommodate us and make us welcome. Service was attentive, food was great for sharing. Delicious food in an attractive setting.
Review by - Yelp
Daniel R:
This restaurant is an absolute delight! I came with a friend on a Thursday evening around 6pm and found a very quiet and intimate restaurant with a beautiful waterfall in the center.
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Cris:
No other way to describe this place other than incredible. The decor was perfect, service was wonderful, and the food even better if that's possible.
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Julia N:
Delicious food. Great service. Charming atmosphere! I would definitely recommend. We especially loved the Fava appetizer and squash entree.
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Jeremy O:
I have never ate at a middle eastern restaurant before, but both meals were excellent. The rice had excellent flavor and both meals meats were perfect.
Location
1967 Calvert Street Northwest
Washington, DC
20009
Hours
Tue, Wed, Thur
5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Fri, Sat
5:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Sun
4:00 PM - 9:30 PM
