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Delivered in 30 minutes to my hotel and with a smile! When I'm in town, but can't make it out to my favorite Lebanese place I'm usually left with unhealthy, greasy pizza choices. Well, Rumi not only just introduced me to a great delivery option, but the quality and full flavored food has made them my NEW FAVORITE! Rumi Platter and Doner Platter (enough for 2 or 3 people). Excellent!

I am crazy about Mediterranean food and have tasted many different cuisines from a variety of cultures. This is one of my first forays into the wonderful land of Turkey and although I only visit DC a few times a year, I will always go to Rumi. The food was just great - served to us by the owner although he mentioned that they are usually self-serve (like a pizza place). I had the chicken doner platter with an exta helping of the cacik sauce which was just incredible - a spicy, garlicky yogurt accompaniment that made every bite amazing. I am giving 5 out of 5 stars to Rumi on everything except the atmosphere which could use some adjustment. When you first walk in, it feels like you've walked into a low-end fast food joint and this does the restaurant a disservice. The food is far better than that. If I might suggest, all that is needed are some table cloths, a flower or two and more atmospheric lighting to give the place some class. For those who are thinking about going, all I can say is don't hesitate. It's good, it's fun and it won't break the bank. Enjoy!

This was our first trip to Rumi and we were not disappointed. The charming owner, Najme, took wonderful care of us. I had the beef and lamb doner platter and it was incredible. A huge portion with some of the most delicious pita I've tasted. I highly recommend getting an extra portion of the yogurt sauce/soup "cacik" which is great on everything. Loved the Ezme salad as well. The restaurant is clean and surprisingly cosy once you are inside, although when you first walk in it seems more like a cafeteria than a restaurant. Don't let that deter you. This is fabulous food at a great price and we look forward to our next visit to DC and to Rumi.

The food was flavorful and the rice was particularly delicate and well spiced. I'm pleased. I got takeout, so my mandatory "atmosphere" rating is arbitrary.

Absolutely delicious. The pita bread is really the star of the show; it makes the doner so much better. The only "oddity" (from an American perspective) is that I'm used to Tzatziki as a standard side, whereas the Cacik is sold as a separate soup. Not a big deal, though, because it's also delicious. Also quite reasonably priced. Not quite fast food, but cheap given the great quality. Rock on, Rumi!

I love Rumi's delivery service. It is such a wonderful alternative to unhealthily pizza and Chinese food.

Rumi's has great Turkish food. The hummus is the best I've had in the states. And they serve it with fresh, hot bread. I would also recommend the doner platter. Ask for Najme, he is the owner and a real nice guy. He moved here from Turkey 6 years ago so you know the food is authentic.