Caravan Grill Washington, DC

This Persian restaurant offers selections from the buffet or from the a la carte menu. Whichever style you choose, a meal here is a delicious bargain. Located in a lower-level space, the Caravan Grill is easy to overlook. But once inside, patrons find a pleasant atmosphere with a particularly attractive courtyard. The buffet offers a strong variety of dishes, from saffron rice to yogurt soup and kebabs. The a la carte menu has several tempting entrées, including roasted chicken and lamb shanks.