My party of 9 arrived at 6pm and we were treated to a fantastic feast. We shared a variety of…read moredelicious appetizers, to include: dal puri, haleem, pakora, paratha, and naan. We were already full! Then our main orders came... biryana, kabobs, and curries... all delicious and all authentically prepared. When we could not have another bite, we were treated with the most wonderful gulab jamun. Most of us had enough leftovers for another meal! I strongly recommend that you visit Aladdin. I suspect you will be very happy!

We recently visited Aladdin Restaurant in Washington, DC, and I must say, it was a wonderful…read moreexperience for anyone who loves authentic Bengali food. From the moment I walked in, I felt a warm and welcoming atmosphere that reminded me of home-style dining. The staff were polite, friendly, and very attentive, making sure everything was perfect throughout my visit. I ordered several Bengali dishes, and every item was full of rich flavor and traditional taste. The rice was fresh and perfectly cooked, the curries were well-balanced with spices, and the fish and meat dishes were tender and delicious. The bhorta, dal, and vegetable items tasted just like homemade food, which is hard to find in many restaurants. The aroma and presentation of the food made the experience even better. What I loved most was the authenticity. You can truly feel that the chefs understand Bengali cuisine and prepare each dish with care. The portion sizes were generous, and the prices were reasonable for the quality and taste. The restaurant was clean, comfortable, and suitable for families, friends, or even solo dining. Whether you are missing Bangladeshi flavors or simply want to explore traditional Bengali food, this place is a great choice. Overall, Aladdin Restaurant is a hidden gem in DC for Bengali food lovers. I highly recommend it and will definitely be coming back again.

Niralla sweets never misses. One of the best restaurants in Springfield. Great hospitality and…read moregreat vibes.

The self-serve buffet consisted of one warming bar with standard Indian dishes that were labelled…read morebut not described, assuming you knew what was inside each, or the spiciness of the various options. Thankfully, there was plenty of complimentary water at the tureen on the counter. Lots of colorful and attractive dessert options in the bakery section, but one needs to be familiar with Indian cuisine in order to know what is what! There were names on the overhead menu, but not in the windows, leaving us to order by color, shape, or resemblance to other foods (to the annoyance of the server). :-D Nevertheless, it was no deterrent to their Southeast Asian customers, who were ordering boxes of the delicacies, which were sold by the pound or by the item in some cases.

Affordable prices, and I definitely recommend it. Deshi items such as beef and fish are of good…read morequality. However, it would be great if they could increase the variety of deshi items.

Very affordable prices and good service by the store people. Food is great too. I got to get my…read morechildhood favorite snacks from here.

Nice Indian fast food spot with mild spicy food. The Paneer Burger hits the spot!…read more The crispy Paneer Burger was delicious with a thick fried patty of paneer with lettuce and spicy mayo on a toasted bun. I prefer the Burger over the Wrap. The Paratha tortilla as a bit oily and heavy and the bun is a bit lighter. The Aloo Tikki Bun was simple and tasty with just lettuce and onion tucked in a sesame bun, I recommend opting out of the American cheese. The crispy Veggie Samosa is very tasty and a good size. The Mango Lassi was creamy and a refreshing smoothie. I've come back countless times for the Paneer Burger, Aloo Tikki Burger, and Samsosa!

Okay I am from Lahore, Pakistan but my ancestors are from Pahalgam, Kashmir…read more So that makes me a Punjabi with Kashmiri heritage. Kashmiri tea is very prominent in my Kashmiri heritage and family history. Samosas are very prominent in the Punjabi street food culture. Combining both of them for a snack is very prominent to me in order to remain in touch with my roots. There is one place that does justice to both Kashmir tea and samosas. That place is none other than Cha Street Food. Hands down the best. 5/5 for letting me stay in touch with who I am. Bonus point for imlee sauce and green chutney.

Food: Great. Service: Great…read more Ambiance: Great. The garlic and regular naan and the gulab jamun were great. The baklava was fire. The lamb chops with rice, peas, and vegetables was very good. The mango lassi was fire. Delicious.

This little spot near Fort Belvoir is a keeper!…read more We went here multiple times and it was delicious every time. I got the chicken tikka masala and garlic naan. The garlic naan is incredible and slightly thicker and fluffier than I'm used to with Indian food I've had in the past but it was so damn good! The chicken tikka masala was excellent, but a little bit more on the oily side. It didn't detract from the dish at all, and mixing in the rice with it completely negated any excess oil but oh man the flavor was really good. I will say that service is not quick. From the time we ordered to the time I received food was about 18 minutes. So so if you're there on a short lunch, you may want to order ahead. On the flipside, you can tell that they make food fresh to order so that's really good. Again, highly recommend this little hidden gem in the back of a small strip mall!

They have the very best gyros that are full of spice and well prepared. Very reasonably priced. I…read morehighly recommend them. So far I've had three gyros and have not been disappointed. They have lots of competition nearby, but they exceed their competitions capabilities.

Pros: The food is consistently delicious. I would give 5 stars for the food…read more Cons: Their business practices leave much to be desired. ALWAYS call before you go. After the day we drove from DC to have lunch there on a Sunday, we were told that they were closed because they were catering an event. Another time I called ahead at 4pm (they supposedly open at 3) and was told they're opening late that day at 5pm. These are not the only 2 instances but it seems that if they don't feel like it, or if they have some else going on they don't open. I've never experienced this with a restaurant. The ONLY reason we keep going back is because the food is delicious and I have not found Bangladeshi food that is as good as this place. I would give 1 star for their business practices. This gives them an average rating from me of 3 stars.

the General Washington Dr location of Flavor Hive is now an actual store unit and not just a truck…read more There is no inside seating, and there are a few outdoor tables. Most of this operation appears to be take-out. We placed a pickup order online and it was waiting for us by the time we showed up. We ordered two small chicken bowls and one "feast mode". The "feast mode" size was actually challenging for three people to finish! The "hive sauce" tastes like a honey mustard with maybe mayo? It's pretty good. I really wish Flavor Hive would have additional toppings - just cucumber tomato onion cilantro etc are quite minimal. Would be awesome if they could add something like beet salad or beans! The value at this place is excellent compared to the numerous other rice / slop bowl places in the area. It is a lot of food. This place went viral on social media for a reason, and it lives up to the hype.

This review is for the Alexandria location of Flavor Hive off of General Washington Dr…read more On 1/28/26, after 8:00 PM, we placed two separate orders. Only one order (check #88) was provided at pickup. The second order (check #87) was never given to us, despite being paid for. When I called the phone number listed on both the paid receipt and from Google, I did not reach the restaurant. Instead, the call was answered by a male individual phone comes up from Vienna and did not appear to be affiliated with the restaurant staff on-site. This alone is unacceptable. The individual who answered was rude, dismissive, and unprofessional. Multiple witnesses overheard the conversation, which has been documented. We were not initially seeking a refund -- only verification of the missing order and whether it could still be picked up. There was zero effort to assist, no accountability, and no urgency to resolve the issue. This level of disorganization and lack of customer service is unacceptable for any restaurant. If Flavor Hive continues to operate this way -- including routing customer calls to unprofessional third parties -- it will absolutely damage the business and its reputation.

Had iftar at hunan which claims to have the 'biggest iftar buffet' in northern virginia. The…read morevariety is definitely there. From middle eastern to chinese fusion to pakistani food, there is something for everyoneee. Not everything was great but almost everything we tried was nice. Some things better than others like the nihari, their chinese was also pretty yum, gol gappa pani and chaat was yum. I mostly tried the chinese, mandi rice was ok but the meat was quite delicious and tender, halwa puri was also standard and not bad. Dessert sections was ok but again a good variety. Come for the choices, you will leave stuffed!

Went here while visiting my parents. My mom really likes to go to restaurants that have a lot of…read morevariety. Food was what you would expect from a buffet. Appetizers were cold but flavorful. Restaurant has a variety of Pakistani, Mediterranean and Chinese options. Restaurant was also pretty loud and the furniture was pretty beat up. Positive was that there was always someone going around clearing the tables. Also we were seated pretty quickly. Not really my kind of restaurant but if you have a hearty appetite and like variety, might be a good pick for you!