7 Restaurants for Ramadan

"The casual concept restaurant YELLOW is by Michael Rafadi, the chef and owner of One MICHELIN Star Albi (also on this list). Across multiple locations in DC, YELLOW serves an array of Levantine food that comprises baked goods, mezze, and wood-fired pita sandwiches. The baked goods playfully reinvent staples like baklava in the form of a croissant, which also comes made with za’taar and labne for those who perfect a savory breakfast. The wood-fired pita sandwiches are made with the classics: chicken shawarma, falafel, or lamb. And for the vegetarians, there’s a barbequed harissa cauliflower pita. Those who save room for dessert are rewarded with soft serve and affogato – again with Middle Eastern flavors like labne and Turkish coffee. Most items can be taken to go, perfect for bringing to a dinner or cocktail party." - Khalid El Khatib