This is one the only places that makes a classic fried chicken. Something akin to KFC or Popeyes…read morebut HALAL. I prefer bone-in classic fried chicken to the tenders, boneless, Nashville hot, etc. versions that have become prominent. Couple a very well prepared chicken with awesome customer service in a convenient location in the Tysons Corner Center mall food court and I hope this place gets its proper due. In case you are a fan of tenders they serve that as well and they might be the largest tenders I've ever seen.

The chicken smelled very chicken like ... almost like wet weathers. The breading was coming off the…read morechicken, almost intact. The pieces were just thrown into a paper bag with a stack of tissues. The paper bag did not sustain walking 30 minutes across the mall. The chicken itself had no season which begged for us to use the dip. I had higher hopes. :(

4/15/26 "Gagawa, was Turkish chicken restaurant located in…read moreTysons Corner Center Foodcourt Area. This restaurant has permanently closed as of March/April 2026. Evidence points to failure due to high competition in the food court (notably beside McDonald's) and the challenges of establishing a new international brand in the U.S. market, leading to a quick closure. Reddit According to community reports on Reddit in March 2026, the location was boarded up, the phone number was disconnected, and it was removed from delivery apps." This kind of action saddens me, because two weeks earlier (maybe), my wife and I ate there for what was our last time. The last item I had on their menu was Its MyThyme. This along with the Crispy Mozzarella Balls. My Favorite Items were the #1 Chef Pan, #3 Chesey Rosemary, #6 Its My Thyme and #4 Teri & Yaki, but not necessarily in this order. Oh, did I mention I liked the Crispy Mozzarella Balls too? I have visited this place 14 times and I thought there would be a 15th time, but "Alas Poor Yorick, Nevermore." I remember the simple but peaceful vibe and ambience the place gave off. The $14.99 meals were fantastic/flavorful, filling and inexpensive. We enjoyed talking to the managers of the establishment. They always made sure food arrived in a timely manner and fixed problems should they occur. I unfortunately do not remember the name of the managers of the restaurant, but I thank them for their services. I would have to say up until Gagawa came to the United States Of America, (formerly Tavuk Dünyası), I have never had Turkish Cuisine before. I now know I have been missing out on great food. Both my wife and I truly enjoyed eating at this restaurant. There are a few reasons I think could have improved the restaurant's business, but managers informed me The owner would never do this. Here is an example of an idea for guests I had..., but first the basics: Ordinarily you would order say...(It's My Thyme #6), you would aquire Your the flavored meat, pasta, (either pesto or tomato not both) or rice and salad. You could get two rice, two Pastas (of the same flavor) or two salads if you didn't want one of these items. I thought it would help guests if you could mix and match items. Say one Pesto and one rice instead of salad for example. This option was done once then quickly reversed the next time I came back to the restaurant. I was informed this "isn't an option." I had talked about the option of Los Tres Pollos (The Three Chickens) where you might order a the chicken meats of your favorite meals..., say number 1, 3 and 6 for a very favorable meal. This idea was shot down too. I am sure people would have paid $19.99 to try this option of meats or soy items. "Potential Causes For Closing Down: Observers on Yelp noted it was located in a crowded, competitive fast-food court." The inability to adapt to ideas of improving the food options of restaurant, the cognitive rigidity of not listening to guests who had ideas of attracting more guests helped bring about the down fall of this business. My wife and I saw this place needed more people to come eat here, but the owner was steadfast in his ways and wouldn't take creative input. "And as the flames climbed high into the night, to light the sacrificial rite I saw Satan laughing with delight The Day the Music Died." and so folks, the end of Gagawa is upon us. Who will take the place of this restaurant, I can not say. Let's hope the new restaurant has the sense to adapt and overcome or history might repeat itself. Incase people are wondering where Gagawa was located, here is the former location. The restaurant was located at the food courts 7939L Tysons Corner Ctr, Mc Lean, VA 22102. Across the hallway from California Pizza Kitchen and next to McDonald's.

Inside tysons mall. Food was decent. Went when they first opened. Some of the flavors weren't as…read moredescribed but still not bad. I wanted to go back and try again. Sucks it closed.

Probably the best Korean fried chicken in the area. It's in a pretty random location so it isn't…read morevery popular - but the chicken is well worth the wait for its crispiness and variety of sauces.

Came by to place a to-go order & was pleasantly surprised!…read more Great flavor & fried perfectly. The chicken wasn't too fatty w fillers or anything & they actually give you decent sized pieces. Will definitely be coming back here

The OG was DELICIOUS, MOIST, WELL SEASONED & GIGANTOR!!!!…read moreIt comes with a really tangy & scrumptious "curtido," potato buns & pickles that made each mouthwatering bite f-a-b! Joanne took very good care of us & made sure the place was spotless! In the kitchen, Jose prepared our sandwiches with precision & by the book yums. So good we have to go back & try EACH of the menu offerings, for sure. ¡Thank you Joanne! ¡Gracias José!

Food here is amazing. Service is very fast. Support a booming local business! I can't imagine why…read morethis doesn't have all five stars from everyone.

My food was delicious and served hot. The service was good, restaurant is clean, but it's very…read moretiny. It's a great place to stop for a quick bite, but not for large parties. There's plenty of parking as it's located in a shopping center. If you're ever in the Tysons corner area, love a good fried chicken sandwich and waffle fries, this is your spot!

I came in with a friend who was ordering food for himself. I wasn't planning on eating, but what I…read moresaw was honestly disappointing. He ended up finding a hair in his food, which immediately made the experience unpleasant. On top of that, it was noticeable that staff weren't using gloves or hair coverings while preparing food, which made the situation even more concerning. That combination really raised questions about cleanliness and food handling in the kitchen. Things like this shouldn't happen in any restaurant, especially when basic hygiene standards aren't being followed. Definitely not a place I'd feel comfortable returning to.

Has both inside and outside seating. Got a milkshake that was pretty tasty, no complaints. I've…read moregotten food here before -- quality wise has always been good, sometimes it takes a little longer given how busy it is. They could probably improve their cleanliness but it's a mall.

I went hear by mistake. I thought I had placed my order at the stand alone store near the Orvis and…read moreTjMaxx. In any event, I had to drive to the mall to get my on line order. It's not the easiest place to find if you're not familiar with the mall. I had to park in the garage and then call the restaurant to see where they were located. The person I spoke with was delightful. The only thing he didn't mention was it was outside the doors once you got to Starbucks. By the time I arrived, my order had been sitting for a good 40 minutes. Luckily, my milk shake hasn't been made but the food was cold. I immediately requested to speak with the manager. He was on his break unfortunately and no one else could handle my request. I waited for an additional 15 minutes for him to return. I asked if I could have my order remade. He did so without any question which I greatly appreciate. Now that location was very busy. Almost all the tables were full and more people were coming in by the minute. With that said, the restaurant was a mess and some of the workers clearly didn't want to be there from what I saw. I ordered a single bacon cheeseburger, onion rings and a vanilla shake. The bacon was undercooked and the burger was questionable. I threw it in the trash after one bite. The onion rings were decent and milkshake was pretty good. I expected better for $25. I would not recommend or come back here. Honestly, if I knew I would end up at the mall I would have just went to coastal flats.

We tried it while waiting for our cake order nearby and it was okay…read more 1. It is self service. You go to the kiosk and order yourself. However, it was very unclear and hard to understand, so I walked up to the cashier and asked questions before ordering. Cashier was very nice! 2. Food itself is underwhelming, but not bad. I just had high hopes. - Fried chicken: not too oily and you can get the sauce on the side. - French fries: just like everywhere It is quite expensive for the quality. $40 for the chicken you see in picture. I doubt I will be back here.

2.5 stars. Wanted to like this place, but unfortunately it was quite disappointing. It's located in…read moreLuna Food Hall with other restaurants. Service was nice too. The 5 piece wings cost $10. I was expecting typical Korean fried chicken size, but they were small like American ones. Not worth $2 per wing. The Honey Butter Wings were very crispy and quite juicy. However, they were very salty under the skin/the actual chicken meat. It was almost like funnel cake?? Since the honey butter seasoning was a more sweet powder. The Secret Batter Soy Garlic was fine. The batter wasn't great and a bit weird tbh.

Do NOT order here. I ordered Chicken Pad Thai and got this. What the heck is this?! It's not pad…read moreThai by ANY MEANS! I should have known by the bad reviews. It's big noodles with some generic sauce that tastes nothing like Pad Thai sauce. Where are my peanuts?!?!? So disappointed. I should have checked my bag before I left. Just be warned what you order, is not what you'll get! Side note- it looks like drunken noodles (which I would have taken over this garbage) it's not!

This is another late review from the trip we made to Virginia (in Colorado now). This is an ok…read moreplace to get a quick lunch. I took a break from shopping and came here to have something to eat. I had the Mongolian barbecue but I had it with noodle, shrimp and vegetable. It's easy, you pick the raw stuff and give it to them to cook on the big round metal grill. I remember having this in one of the deli lunch places in Manhattan in midtown, long time ago, maybe late 90s. This place made my plate ok, but I like the "made-to-order" lunch at a fast food place like this. At least I didn't order the cooked food that's been sitting too long outside. Mongolian barbecue is the way to go here.

For quality fast casual Korean, this restaurant has no peer. I have meant to drop by for a while,…read morebut I finally did today. The staff is extremely friendly, the ingredients are fresh, and the flavor profiles are authentic Korean food. I ordered the bulgogi bibimbap and I was blown away at the quality for the price. I look forward to returning soon.

Really enjoyed my meal here! The food was delicious, filling, and tasted just like the Korean…read morecupbap I've had back home. The portions were generous, the seasoning was just right, and everything came out fresh and hot. The staff were also very friendly and welcoming. It's a great place when you want a quick, satisfying Korean meal. I'll definitely be coming back!

We go out to eat quite regularly. The food, service, ambiance top notch in every regard. One of the…read morebest meals we've had. David, the manager checked on us frequently. Tables never had empty plates just sitting there. Glass always filled with water. Highly recommend!!!

Agora was an outstanding dining experience from start to finish. Every dish we ordered was…read morebeautifully presented and tasted just as incredible as it looked. The mezze sampler offered a fantastic variety of fresh flavors, the watermelon and feta appetizer was refreshing and unique, and the cocktails were both creative and expertly crafted. Even the warm pita served with the dips was fresh and delicious. The atmosphere was inviting, upscale without feeling pretentious, and perfect for a relaxing meal. The service was attentive, friendly, and helped make the evening even more enjoyable. The only negative was that the restaurant didn't carry cash on hand to make change when people wanted change for a cash tip.