This place is such a fun twist on a Chinese takeout bar. The atmosphere blends tiki hut vibes with…read moreChinese influences, making it feel lively, unique, and perfect for grabbing drinks with friends. One of the highlights of the night was meeting the owner, Jason. We bonded over our shared Cantonese backgrounds and even got to meet his aunt, who was visiting from California and happened to be sitting next to us. It made the whole experience feel incredibly welcoming and personal. We ordered the Dynamite Roll, which was a solid choice with 8 generous pieces, and the Szechuan spicy wontons, which were juicy with just the right amount of heat. If you visit, definitely grab a seat at the bar. The bartenders are friendly, engaging, and really add to the experience. We were treated to a complimentary shot of Jäger with Jason and even got to sample their Lychee Pearl cocktail because the bartender had made an extra. The cocktails really stood out. Instead of masking everything with sugary juices, they use extracts and creative techniques to build balanced drinks that complement the flavors beautifully. Jason also mentioned that their cocktail specials change every month, so we already told him we'll be back regularly to see what new creations he comes up with.

Nah, I used to live in the SGV. We have the best Asian food. So this place was a solid 2 out of 5…read more It's open late. That's why I came. I've been here a few times and tried several different things. All average or basic. Nothing wow. I think people come here for the drinks and vibes. Which is fair. Cool ambience. Music, dim lighting, comfortable booths and plenty of parking. Hard pass for me. Prices are a bit high given the portions and quality. But whatever. Don't take my word for it, give them a try for yourself. I've had enough. Unlike their dishes, I'm not salty, just won't be back

Food! Best Taiwanese street food I've found, yet! The Pork Belly Bao is sooo good, and the Beef…read moreNoodle Soup? D A M N ! I love it! Top-tip: ask for just a little heat/spice to be added to the soup when you order. Service is awesome and conversational. Ask for Joe, who will likely be behind the bar. I also recommend sitting at the bar if it's just you or you're a friend. The bar has a more social vibe. Parking, this is downtown City of Fairfax, so parking is plentiful, and while in the neighborhood, checkout the City of Fairfax Regional Library; it's fantastic.

tldr; if you like bars and you like Taiwanese bites. this place is an absolute vibe…read more I told my wife I want bar food and I haven't had any in months. Decided on this little spot in Fairfax town center after having a quick weekend day trip to DC. Really pleasantly surprised with the whole atmosphere of the place. It's a true fusion of asian bites but still a legitimate dive bar. The space is small, patrons are merry, and the whole place is an absolute vibe. I ordered some pilsner and some other lager on tap from local breweeies. Delicious. Ordered popcorn chicken, pork belly, and some 'real food' - a quick rice bowl with chicken. The fried bites were wonderfully crispy. They have good oil management and felt quite light especially with a swig of a cold lager. The rice bowl was tasty too. Construction was indeed very Taiwanese, and yet... I still felt like I'm in a dive bar complete with all its grunge. So cool They sell 4/6 packs of craft brews here too. They've got stuff all the way up from some Vermont and Maine (true craft beer land IMO)

This place is the real deal. You walk by thinking it is going to be just some strip mall overpriced…read moreAsian food but the internal ambiance and decor is just so cool! The staff and service were fast and friendly. The food was fantastic (and we are well versed). We enjoyed the nasi goreng, whole grilled squid, roti canai, and tamarind shrimp. But the two STARS OF THE SHOW were Beef Rendang and the Singaporean Chili Crab. Beef was "melt in your mouth" tender and the rendang curry was velvety and luxurious. The chili crab was Dungeness, pre cracked, required bibs and gloves, and has me looking fool trying to suck the claws clean. Cocktails were just iight, but can't all be hits. Well done yall!!

This is one of the best Thai restaurants I have ever dined at! I have been here twice and the food…read moreis consistently excellent. The interior is gorgeous and they also have the option for outside seating The employees are very friendly and service is great! You really cannot go wrong with whatever dish you choose. I would suggest making a reservation because the restaurant stays busy. There is a free parking garage behind the building. I will definitely return!

Wow, this place was a great find by my former colleague for a get-together. It's tucked away down…read morein the new Reston development areas, but the food was amazing and it's got a super cool vibe. Mocktails were damn good - particularly the Sunrise in Italy with Lychee. We had the lemongrass beef and fish sauce wings to start, and they were damn good. I had the hot stone pot fried rice with grilled beef for my main, and loved it. The rice at the bottom got crispy and chewy and added so much to the dish. My friends split the hot pot pho for two and it looked amazing too. I would definitely recommend this spot to anyone in Reston.

I'm blown away by the taste of this place. I'm currently going through the menu items as I work…read moreclose by. So far, the spring rolls, the pho-nomenal, and caramelized fish are all 5/5 taste wise. Wow! The place is quite polished ready to serve business lunch and dinner dates. The decoration is quite modern. I like the overall vibe. The price of the menu reflects this but everything I ordered so far is so good that the price tag may be worth it. The staff is really nice and friendly and I already know what to order for my next few visits. Parking may be a challenge but it's not really a busy area. If you cannot get street parking, there are parking lots within walking distance either to the left or right side of the restaurant.

I had the BEST Lunar New Year celebration at Hot Spot! From the moment I walked in, the vibe was…read morewarm, lively, and so inviting. The service was fantastic. Evelyn and Brenna were super attentive, checking in just the right amount and making helpful suggestions when we asked about specials. They made everything feel seamless, so we could just focus on enjoying the food and drinks. Speaking of food... HOT POT HEAVEN. I loved the all-you-can-eat selection here which included unlimited meats, seafood, fresh veggies, noodles, and more. My go-to broth will always be the tom yum! It is bold, flavorful, and pairs perfectly with literally everything here. For about $14.99-$19.99, you can upgrade your hot by adding premium A5 wagyu, snow crab, or a whole lobster. It's so worth it! For Lunar New Year, Hot Spot is running a deal right now where you buy 3 drinks, get 1 free, which is perfect for trying a few different ones! All in all, I can't recommend Hot Spot enough. I'll absolutely be coming back again and again!

Service was attentive. Food and sauce station selections were quite limited, definitely can't…read morecompare to other major hot pot places. There were a lot of common veggies and starch missing from their menu. I got the regular soup base which was good. My friend complained about her Sichuan chili soup base was not spicy at all. Overall not bad but I'd prefer to go to other places in MD.

Everything is a flavour bomb... The only thing that's throwing me off was it was upstairs rather…read morethan the first floow. The lady who served us was amazing and very nice but a bit pushy on recommendations. I like the idea of looking around their little shop while we wait for our food. Food 5/5 Service 4.5/5 If your in Fairfax county and like thai food it's worth the visit.

FALLS CHURCH - Fun, friendly service and vibe, darn good eats. Upstairs from Duangrat…read more The missus and I ate there at 1ish on a Saturday. Plenty of parking on the left side of the bldg, tons of available seating. Hostess/waitress was a hoot; very friendly. Suggested several dim sum items. Samosas (4, $12) had a nice crispiness and a thinner dough than one usually finds in samosas. Would get again. The duck roll (2, $13) is filled with crispy duck and scallions. Would also get again. Mango cashew slaw ($11) has a nice spicy warmth to it. The Chinese chive dumplings (2, $6) had a nice crunch. We also got a beer ($9). A nice canned and bottled beer selection. We also got the Thai beignets dessert. 3-4 dim sum items is a full meal for a couple unless you're *really* hungry. Will definitely return. You should go. Now.

Overall great food, would come back again! We ordered these:…read more Hot Chili oil flounder and tofu: surprisingly very tasty. we only ordered this because this was a very popular item. I'm not a big fan of tofu but this was delicious. The fish was so soft and the sauce really worked well. Ganghood chicken: our favorite thing on the menu, when it comes to fried chicken I'm a harsh critic. With that being said this was REALLY good fried chicken. Combination Fried rice: it had a mix of shrimp, chicken, beef and egg. It was simple yet flavorful. Shrimp dumplings: A bit bland, would not order again.

Mama Chang is the perfect place for a group dinner. Come hungry, order a bunch of dishes to share,…read moreand you'll still leave with plenty of leftovers. Our group of five sampled a great variety from the menu, including the Hot & Numbing Tofu Skin, Crab Roe Soup Dumplings, Cucumber Salad, Lettuce Wraps, Cumin Fish, Stir-Fried Beef Tenderloin, Crispy Pork Ribs with Scallion Crisps and Mixed Grain & Purple Rice, Stir-Fried Beef with Chilies, and Kung Pao Chicken with white rice. The standout for me was the cumin fish. It was fried perfectly--crispy without being greasy--and the cumin added great flavor without overpowering the dish. The crispy pork ribs lived up to their name and had a nice kick of spice. The cucumber salad packed a serious garlic punch, which I really enjoyed. The Hot & Numbing Tofu Skin was something completely different from what I expected. It's sliced into long ribbons that resemble noodles or pasta. The flavor was excellent, although the texture took some getting used to. The only dish that fell a little short was the stir-fried beef tenderloin, which could have used a bit more seasoning. Everything else was delicious. The portions are enormous. At first the prices seemed a little high, but once the food arrived it made perfect sense. Every entrée was easily enough for two meals. One thing to keep in mind is that rice is ordered separately and isn't included with the entrées. Service was excellent throughout our meal. We arrived for lunch and didn't realize they close between lunch and dinner (lunch is served from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.). We ended up staying until about 2:45, and the staff never made us feel rushed even though they had technically closed. They greeted us promptly, took our drink orders, and gave us plenty of time to look over the menu without hovering. The restaurant is tucked away on the ground floor of an office building, so it's easy to drive right past if you aren't looking for it. Parking was plentiful, and the oversized booths comfortably fit all five of us without feeling cramped. If you're dining with a group and want to sample a variety of authentic dishes, Mama Chang is definitely worth the visit.

I always come here when I'm craving tonkatsu. The portions are generous, and the pork cutlet is…read morealways crispy and delicious. One of my friends absolutely loves tonkatsu, so we always come here whenever we're in the mood for it. If you're a fan of tonkatsu, I definitely recommend giving this place a try!

Rosu donkatsu - batter is nice and crispy not oily at all or thick. Won't make you feel sick and…read moreheavy after eating. The pork on the inside is thick, moist and juicy. Best katsu around imo. Cheese donkatsu - nice thin batter, light and crispy not oily at all. The cheese could've been warmer when brought out. Tteok bukki - on the sweeter side but gimmari was so crispy and good really well seasoned on the inside. Can't complain about the mandu and tteok either. Service was exceptional and server was extremely attentive, never had to ask for a refill or take a long time to get their attention for something. Overall great food and experience even tho we went in 10 minutes before kitchen closes. (Kitchen closes around 8:30ish 8:40ish while the store closes at 9)

I came seeking something easy on the stomach, but good on the tastebuds. I landed a lightly…read moreseasoned tofu dish with a mouthwatering onion and pepper flavor, and a convincingly decadent chocolate cake. Plenty of other options were available for when I get my tolerance for spicy food back, as the place leans Szechuan. Takeout was an efficient process even though they did not take online payments; I just paid when I got there. The location is a bit past the airport, which is probably a better place to look for Chinese food than most of downtown DC.

Very good NY-style food. Very hard to find in the NOVA area. We ordered sautéed fish in light…read moreginger sauce-fantastic! Orange chicken-very good with the right amount of spice. Spring rolls-good. Shrimp with walnuts-my BIL loved it. Lemongrass soup-my SIL loved it. My BIL picked up the food and they deliver through DoorDash also. The place was clean and orderly..

server was very accommodating and food came out quickly. drinks were delicious and diverse…read moreselection for menu. very easy to eat your monies worth.

First off... I have never considered leaving a review until I visited this establishment. I have…read morenever eaten food so good that I immediately felt compelled by the gods of delicious food to write about a meal until today! Upon entering we were greeted and seated by the nicest staff you could ever imagine! The entire vibe was amazing and the establishment was flawlessly clean!!! Now to the food! The portions are huge!!! Come hungry because you're about to be stuffed!!!! I ordered the muscles off of the appetizer menu and they were absolutely amazing. I don't know what kind of broth they used, but I could drink a gallon of it. I had the eel sushi and I'm not sure what kind of roll I ordered. But it was top-notch absolutely phenomenal. I also ordered the Spicy miso tonkotsu!!!!! It was my first time trying this dish and I cannot believe how delicious it was. Whatever magic they are doing in that kitchen is out of this world! I will honestly say that it was possibly the best meal I have ever eaten in my life. I don't have enough good things to say about our entire experience. My review does not do this restaurant justice!!!! 10 out of 10! I honestly hope someone with better writing skills than me eats here ASAP so they can properly get the word out about how perfect this place is!!!