What a lovely surprise this was! Just a little restaurant in a great food court…read more But it was.....wait for it.....the best bbq I have ever had!!!! Now it's very simple. A sweet sauce, a hot sauce, ketchup, and syrup for cornbread And the menu is just the basics but it was spectacular. I only had six wings that were hot to which I added a sweet sauce and every bite was paradise. The Mac and cheese was superior as well This is good enough to be a destination all its own! I would go back even when presented with new options that I have never had before If you are in this food court this is your choice!

I really enjoyed my first meal at Hal & Al's BBQ. The food is tasty and goes to such a good cause!…read more5% of their proceeds go to an orphanage in Kenya. So, you can eat yummy food and feel good about it. My favorite by far was the Dino rib. The portion is MASSIVE and it falls off that massive bone. Dipped in some BBQ sauce or not, it was super tasty. I didn't want to share even though, again, it was a massive portion. I also enjoyed the cornbread, brisket sandwich, waffle fries and chicken lollipops. I guess I liked it all! They also have smoked apple pie ala mode. YUM!

Pulled pork sandwich was definitely the highlight. It looks deceivingly simply, but the meat was…read moretender and juicy, and it was fun to try it with the variety of different BBQ sauces at the table. The mac and cheese was solid too. The complimentary cornbread was a nice touch, although it was a bit dry. The honey butter it was served with, however, was really good and made up for the dryness. Service was a little slow and lacking despite the restaurant not being busy. Regardless, I'd still come back for the food, and I'd recommend visiting!

Really good BBQ spot in Arlington. You can really taste the smoke and other flavors you don't get a…read morelot of the time in Arlington. All of the meats were tender. Service is confusing. It was seat yourself, no physical menu, but still place your order with a waiter, drinks came out slow, but food came out quick.

Everything here is stellar. Beef ribs were massive and falling off the bone. Pork ribs had perfect…read moresmoke and tender meat. The jalapeño sausages had great snap and flavor with a nice touch that stands out. The brisket is the real deal though. Perfectly smoked, juicy, incredible bark. Both the straight brisket and the brisket sandwich are winners and the sandwich is loaded and satisfying. The mac and cheese is creamy and a perfect side. Generous portions, authentic BBQ technique, and everything tastes like they actually care. This is quality smoke and meat done right. Highly recommend.

Amazing food, amazing servers, and amazing atmosphere would've given 20 stars. If possible. Very…read morefriendly staff would highly recommend. --12 year old boy with a big appetite. :)

This place will always be top five restaurants in northern virginia. I have been a handful of times…read morefor special occasions and they have neverrrr failed me. Whenever I go, I always order off the most premium tier and while it is pricey at $98 per person, I believe that it is completely worth the money. For endless rounds of high quality wagyu, sushi, ramen, etc., it is beyond easy to get your money's worth here. I've actually done the math totaling up how much we ate and what it would've been al le carte and it totaled to $400-500 total for two people so this is well worth it. The items I would highly recommend is everything off their wagyu tier, the wagyu fried rice, and their specialty rolls. Don't forget to end the meal off with some dessert as well. I thoroughly enjoyed the matcha crepe cake. This place is very modern and with an amazing staff that is super attentive. Water cup was always filled, they came back quick to ask what we wanted next (no waiting around necessary), cooked our meat perfectly for us. Overall, while this wouldn't be my everyday/daily dining option due to the price, it is my most favorite place to splurge at for any special occasions. It is definitely a must try and I will be looking forward to the next time I come

Trendy, modern, with a wide selection of meats on the menu. The a la carte meats are fresh, sauces…read moredelicious and the team was very friendly. Sushi salad = unique and would order again Pork jowl, chicken thigh, pork belly = delicious and would order again

It's Sunday afternoon. You're exhausted, sweaty, hungry, thirsty. But wait, why all this drama on…read morean easy sunny Sunday????? you may ask. My friends, this is the thirst, the hunger, the fatigue of a Sunday morning beer league roller hockey champion obviously! And when you've gone to war and come out bloody and victorious, maybe lost a few friends along the way, you deserve a meal that is as rugged and delicious as your championship. So you got to Rockland's for some bbq! Now it's bbq so it's a bit pricey but that's ok because the cash will be rolling in from all the NILs after this championship. I ordered beef ribs, potato salad, onion rings, a side of corn bread and a lemonade. Everything was delicious. Slather that plate down with there sauces and eat like a (beer league) champion!

Two Haiku Review:…read more Huge portions for a Reasonable price, pretty Decent taste too. Shared The belly buster With two small eaters. Love the Pickles and sauces.

BEWARE: This is a VERY busy place!…read more We stopped by Ruthie's All-Day for brunch, and this place was packed! We did have a reservation, but unfortunately still ended up having to sit at the bar because there were no tables available. I'm still not quite sure how I feel about having a reservation and not getting a table... but I'll move right along. :) Once we settled in at the bar, the experience was enjoyable. We had mimosas and lemonade, both pretty good, and ordered a nice variety of food. We tried Ruthie's Breakfast, the cornbread, biscuits, deviled eggs, and beignets. Everything was good and satisfying, and the cornbread was definitely worth trying. Despite the seating situation, we enjoyed our brunch and there's enough variety on the menu that I'd come back to sample some of the other dishes. Just be prepared for a crowd, especially during brunch!

Very chic aesthetics, bright and airy. Loud interior, open concept layout. Patio is nice, but…read moredoesn't have enough umbrellas to cover each table. Server was quick, knowledgeable and helpful. Restrooms were clean. ADA spacing is tough, but doable, if fellow patrons accommodate. Hash browns are where it's at! Blackberry Bramble was tasty. Bacon was good. Potatoes and eggs were nothing special. Visitor parking in front of apartment building is available, but uses mobile app for payment. Reservations highly recommended, due to long wait times.

Update: since my last review, I am very impressed and happy with the service received. This bb.q…read morelocation has been much more consistent with delivering on my order and special requests. The quality, flavour and taste of the food as well as customer service is still consistent and outstanding. The location has also remained clean and well kept and pick up is always a seamless and fast experience!

Nice place open all day (from lunch through dinner). There are self service kiosks to place take…read moreout orders (for dining in it's still with staff at the counter). I came here to get some original recipe crispy chicken wings. They did not disappoint. Made to order (a bit of wait; she said 15 minutes for 8 wings). At least it's a good sign: not pre-made. Crispy, tender inside, and delicious. Well packaged too. I got the radish to go with it (very good to balance off the more greasy fried wings) Beautiful interior with tall ceilings and funky lighting

I finally tried Gyu-Kaku in Clarendon, and as someone who usually goes to KBBQ spots (especially…read moreMeat Project, which is still my favorite), I was curious to see how Japanese BBQ compared. First off, I do think everyone should try Japanese BBQ at least once just to experience the difference for themselves. We got the Premium AYCE option. It's advertised around $45, but after tax, drinks, and everything else, it definitely ends up being more expensive than that. We also ordered the lychee sake, which was really good and probably one of my favorite parts of the meal. One thing I really liked was the atmosphere. The restaurant has a nice, intimate feel because a lot of the tables and booths are separated, so it feels more private than your typical BBQ spot. The lighting also adds to the vibe and makes it feel cozy without being too dark. We don't eat pork, so we mostly focused on the beef options. Personally, when I'm doing all-you-can-eat, I don't really want to fill up on chicken or seafood. My biggest takeaway is that while there are a ton of different marinades and menu options, a lot of the beef cuts ended up tasting pretty similar to me. The differences felt more like thickness or texture rather than completely different flavors. Maybe I'm not cultured enough in Japanese BBQ to appreciate all the nuances, but that's honestly how it came across to me. At the end of the day, I think I still prefer Korean BBQ. For me, the overall experience isn't different enough to justify paying significantly more. I'd probably rather save $20 and go get KBBQ instead. One thing worth mentioning is that both of us felt pretty sick afterward. mostly nauseous and overly full. To be clear, I don't think there was anything wrong with the food. We probably just overdid it, which is easy to do at an AYCE spot. The standout part of the experience was definitely the service. The staff were incredibly friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout the meal. Honestly, the customer service is the main reason I'd consider coming back. Also, sorry for the lack of photos. I was way too hungry and focused on eating to remember to take any. Overall: good experience, great service, tasty drinks, nice ambiance, but I personally still prefer KBBQ.

If you've read my last review, you know my partner-in-crime from work and I are on a mission to…read morefind new restaurants near the office and take a break from the usual chain spots. That's how we ended up at Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ. We were immediately greeted with a friendly welcome when we walked in and decided to sit at the bar since we were a bit short on time before heading back to the office. After the menu was explained, the biggest highlight was learning they offer happy hour on both food and drinks every day until 8 PM (if I remember correctly). Happy hour *every day*? I'm sold! For this visit, we decided to try a little bit of everything from the happy hour menu: - Spicy Cabbage Salad** - easily my favorite - Miso Chili & Black Pepper Wings** - flavorful and cooked perfectly - Fried Cheese Wontons** - good, but could've definitely used some crab to give it that classic crab rangoon vibes - Spicy Tuna Volcano** - unfortunately my least favorite; it lacked flavor and I wasn't a fan of the crispy fried rice texture Overall, I'll definitely be back especially for happy hour after work to try more items on the menu.

The food is so good that we went twice in one weekend! Would highly recommend to anyone in town…read more The best barbecue spot I've found in Northern Virginia. They have a variety of sauces you can choose from, ranging in spice. The cashiers are very nice and personable. The vibe of the restaurant is exactly what you'd expect from a BBQ spot. They play classic rock from the 70s-90s and have checkered print on the walls. Really good atmosphere. 10/10 recommend. Sloppy Mama's is 1000% going to be a staple for my family.

Decent bbq spot - friendly cashiers but definitely a bit of a wait just for some bbq. Place was…read morereally busy midday Saturday but can't blame them. Clean restrooms and tons of indoor seating. Loved their sauce bar- Alabama, Kansas City, Carolina style to make all the different bbq lovers happy. I agree with the sentiment of wishing they had combo plates as one sausage was like 6 bucks which is wild. Foodwise - tried the coleslaw, mac and cheese, jalapeno cheddar sausage, and the pulled pork. Best thing hands down was the mac and cheese - creamy but with great flavor and a great cheese ratio. Coleslaw was so so- good but some wilted pieces and was a bit thrown by the pickle pieces (though I love pickles). Jalapeno cheddar sausage was good but in my opinion, a bit overpriced for just one sausage. Lastly - the pulled pork. While not bad quality meat, the aftertaste was a bit off putting and I think the chips they may use in their smoker are just not my vibe. With the sauces, you didn't notice it as much but just on generic taste, not my favorite pulled pork in the area. Cornbread and butter were great - no complaints there. Overall solid spot- I'd come back for sausage, maybe try the brisket, but will definitely get some mac and cheese again.

Picked up my bf and his friends from a bachelor party so... you can imagine the weekend they had…read more All good fun! But they came back HONGREE. They said want to KBBQ? We said heck yeahhhh, so the decision was made AMBIANCE: Big space, pretty empty as we were one of the last people to eat before they closed! They were very accommodating-- letting us know their kitchen closed at 10:30 PM and the restaurant closed at 11 PM. When we arrived, it was 945, so we weren't looking to play around. We knew what we were gonna get. Onward we went SERVICE: My girl Arieles (PRETTY sure that's what her name was) was our server! She was so sweet and got us our stuff promptly. We knew we were coming in late so we weren't gonna waste time, but she was joyful to serve us regardless and I appreciate that. So many times people are FED UP, and it shows, to be at the end of their shift (and I get it), so it was nice to have someone of good demeanor to host us! FOOD: We ordered brisket, spicy pork belly, spicy chicken, and spicy bulgogi. First time trying the spicy Bulgogi for fear that it was gonna be TOO spicy and it was not at all! To reference -- I thought the kimchi was a bit spicier than the bulgogi! So try it, flavor is amazing! Can't wait to come again. I hadn't gone to KBBQ in a long while!

Solid experience. This place sits in a strip center with a lot of free parking. Our server was very…read moreattentive and helpful as we enjoyed our time in a comfortable environment. There's a ton of options to choose from and you can make every visit a great one. You'll cook your food to your liking and there are delicious dipping sauces to complement what you cook. I think my favorite is the sesame oil and salt (you'll have to ask for it). I love the pork belly dishes, but everything is very good.