This was our first time visiting The Burger Shack and we had a great experience! We did an online…read moreorder since we have a little one and wanted to get our food to go. They have a great selection of burgers and hot dogs with options to customize your bun, toppings, and doneness. We ordered two classic cheeseburgers on brioche rolls and split an order of the loaded fries. The food quality was great! The ingredients were fresh and much better than you would get at a chain restaurant. The loaded fries were filling and delicious too! I also appreciated that my well-done burger was juicy, but wasn't greasy. My husband and I will definitely be back the next time we're craving a quality burger and fries!

Stumbled upon this spot after a coffee run and exploration day in the area. I immediately went to…read moreyelp and saw they had 1k reviews so thought why not give it a try. And we needed something quick as traveling with a baby equals time crunch. So let's get to it. There's a small parking lot and seating inside and out (picnic style tables). I got sliders and my significant other got a personalized burger. In addition we also got chili cheese fries and tater tots. We had to get this to go so I was quite happy with the temperature and taste when we got home. Surprisingly all the food maintained its quality and warmth on a 20 min ride. We both really enjoyed the burgers and I was surprised by the sliders. Most sliders don't fill me and I feel it's always missing something. These mini burgers were super filling and felt like I didn't have to miss eating a big burger. We both enjoyed our sides. I think my significant other heated up the fries later in the evening and said it was still pretty good. I myself reheated my one mini burger I had left and it still tasted like I just got it recently. Hoping to visit again and try more items when I can.

Always a big fan of Jollibee. One of the very few fast food chains I enjoy. Everything I tend to…read moreget is delicious to me. From their chicken with gravy to their aloha angus burger, I have many favorites. I can see why the spaghetti and palabok fiesta may seem strange to some eaters, but if your appetite is more adventurous, I would recommend you try everything Jollibee offers. Of course, not every location has the same menu as palabok fiesta and ube pie are not available in all locations (palabok is unfortunately not at this location), so search around if there's something you want but a local Jollibee doesn't have it.

I was not familiar with Jollibee, so I looked forward to giving it a try. Add this chain to the…read morelist of places where you can get spicy fried chicken as good as, or better than, Popeye's. Now I can also claim I've had their spaghetti - it's interesting and unique, but thanks, I'll stick with the fried chicken. The folks who ordered desserts really liked them. We had no problems placing or getting our orders, though they didn't necessarily all come out at the same time or in the order they were placed. But nothing was super-delayed or wrong with our orders.

the food delicious excellent service the staff super…read morefriendly great ambience and family friendly thank you / will be back

My friend wanted tacos (and in Centreville of all places!) so Taco Chinoz & Bar we went, which is a…read moreMexican-Korean fusion spot. It's a casual sit-down with full service. There was only one dude working a couple Sunday afternoons ago, so service was a bit slow. Between the two of us, we shared a small plate and quesadilla: TRIO DIP CHIP PLATTER - 15.50 We were looking forward to the trio dips which included guac, cheese, and salsa -- three amazing classics. The guac was bland, but had a good mix of tomatoes and chopped red onions. The salsa was under-seasoned, and my friend thought it tasted a bit strange. Lastly, the cheese reminded us of the ballpark cheese, which is low quality, but has that nostalgic factor. Sadly, this was unimpressive, and we wouldn't recommend. BEEF BIRRIA QUESADILLA - 14.99 Large portions, each piece were really big and I struggled to finish my portion of the quesadilla. It was incredibly greasy and heavy, however, the beef birria was melted-in-your-mouth tender and the depth of flavor was impressive. It came with various sides and dips along with a side of guajillo consommé to dip our quesadilla in. We'd definitely recommend the beef birria quesadillas here (which seems to be their most popular menu option), albeit on the heavier and richer side. Overall, glad to have tried Taco Chinoz & Bar, but a bit of a hit-or-miss experience for me.

Calletanas catering food is delicious and feels pretty abundant for we pay for. For my birthday, I…read moreordered catering from Calletana's and it was one of the best meals me and my family have had. If you're into ceviche with lime, Lomo Saltado or causa rellena, you'd enjoy their catering.

After walking around ikea we walked in to place a take out order. Planned on ordering two 1/4…read morechickens with a kids meal. We were warmly greeted and spoke with a gentleman behind the counter about what we were looking for. He kindly made us aware that they only had 1/2 a chicken left. We were also told the kids chicken meal is close to 1/4 chicken serving size. Keep in mind it it's more than three hours before closing on a Monday. No problem we pivot and order the lomo sandwich 1/4 white and the kids meal. We pay, wait, take our food and 2 year old home to eat what we were excited about ordering. After opening the 1/4 white we find the side of plantains we ordered is completely missing with what looks like a single serving of yuca. Huge disappointment considering it's a main attraction for me to get Peruvian chicken in general. Open the kids meal to find a single chicken drumstick the size of a medium wing and a ball of rice. That's $8.75. The only silver lining was the lomo sandwich was decent although once again a small portion. If you don't have enough food to fill orders don't take them. If I could give less than 1 star I would.

Tonight's experience at Pupatella completely ruined what was supposed to be a nice family meal…read morebefore our flight. My wife specifically ordered the eggplant arancini because our family is very careful about what we eat. Instead, she was served sausage arancini disguised under marinara sauce and unknowingly ate some before realizing the mistake. By that point, the trust was gone. We had no choice but to walk out as a family. What made the situation even worse was that we were flying out that evening and simply wanted to enjoy a peaceful dinner together before our trip. Our son became so upset that he cried, and the entire evening was overshadowed by something that should never have happened. This is not simply about receiving the wrong order. People avoid certain foods for religious reasons, ethical reasons, health reasons, or allergies. Serving a completely different item without proper verification is a serious failure. In a diverse community like Northern Virginia, restaurants must understand that dietary restrictions and food choices deserve respect and careful attention. A restaurant's first responsibility is to ensure that customers are served what they actually ordered. Sadly, our family left disappointed, upset, and without confidence in returning.

TL;DR: overall bad experience with food and service…read more VIBE: Came in on a Friday night and it was pretty empty. No one seated inside, but a few tables outside since the weather was nice. Interior is decorated cutely. The table and the booths were dirty/had lots of crumbs around. The plates were also dirty, as well as a few dried on pieces on the silverware. SERVICE: We were greeted promptly and seated. Server came took our drink and food order, but that was basically the extent of it. Had to walk up to the counter to get our check. FOOD: ~Frittura Sampler (2/5): a runner brought this dish to our table but did not point out what was what, which would have been helpful because everything looked similar. He promptly left before I could even ask. It came with 2 sausage arancini (3/5), eggplant arancini (2/5), panzarotti (2/5), mozzarella balls (3/5), and zucchini fries (1/5). ~Sausage and onion pizza (1/5): as soon as we bit into this one, it tasted off. I thought it was just me, but my husband couldn't take more than one bite. Sausage was flavorless, onions tasted funky, and cheese was meh. We felt sick almost immediately after our meal and assume it was from this. ~Chorizo pizza (3/5): this one at least has some flavor. Chorizo was a little tough, but the peppers were nice. Overall, it seems like people like this spot, but this was very disappointing for us.

Fried chicken shop off of (yet another) plaza out in Fairfax. Lots of parking. Came in as a party…read moreof 2 able to find a seat in the relatively small shop. Ordered a Sando and a 6pc bone-in wings combo to share between the two of us and boy it was a lot of chicken. Service was quick, the front guy was very friendly and patient as this was our first time and took the time to explain the lingo and go-around to us there. Sando is MASSIVE - for 10 bucks, the chicken patty is literally spilling out on the sides and there is a lot of meat in there. Medium spicy was just right for us and very well balanced with the sauce, toppings (lettuce, tomato, pickle?) easily fills up a hungry stomach The bone-in were equally fantastic. Lots of meat on the bone, very crispy, obviously using nice fat hens here. They only come in plain, which is perfectly fine, and a selection of different sauces to dip in. We opted for buffalo and their house special. Buffalo was great - nice consistency and spiciness. Their house sauce is a bit ranch-ier, little bit of heat, little bit of sweet - overall a nice balance. We also got run-of-the-mill ranch sauce which I think is meant to go with the celery, but to be honest, is nice with the wings to balance with the buffalo. The combo came with a side of waffle fries and they were great too. Nothing remarkable, but no downsides there tldr; one of the better fried chicken shops out in Fairfax, at a great price (if you're a GMU student you get a discount too), 100% will be a regular here

Pretty pricy for a chicken sandwich, but they give you a huge piece of chicken unlike other places…read more I love how they finally have combo options too which seems like a good deal. My friend and I ordered their chicken sandwiches; however, I opted to try their new menu item - a grilled version. Just as yummy and a tad healthier. I also tried it at the hot level which wasn't stupid hot - you can still taste the flavor while getting some heat. Honestly, I think next time I can sign the waiver for the final level. Portion wise, the sandwich alone can be filling on a regular day. Inside was clean and you can either order at the kiosk or the counter. They have a rewards program too. There are bathrooms available, but they need to check on them a little more often. The soap was empty early on in the day. Thankfully, the always have a bottle of hand sanitizer at the counter. There is plenty of seating too in a spacious area. Overall, it's a solid local chicken joint with what seems to be a constantly expanding menu (not that I'm complaining as long as they can keep up the quality). It's located in a shopping center, so there is plenty of parking.

We were introduced to California Fish Grill through a Yelp event and now my family are regulars!…read more Where else can you get fresh, tasty, healthy sustainable seafood options at an affordable prices. The answer is ... nowhere but California Fish Grill! Their menu is super varied so it is one of the few fast casual places that our entire family can enjoy. Husband goes for the protein bowls, kiddos go for the battered fish / chicken tenders, and I love the grilled rockfish, cauliflower mash, and extra crispy/seasoned fries. We took our in laws here and they loved it so much that they ended up going back the next day by themselves. Service is super friendly as well. Pro-Tip: Download the app to get extra deals added to your account.

Had their catering for dinner and had the chance to try a little of everything- overall food was…read moregood and made me want to come to their restaurant. Swai- tender flavorful white fish. Cooked well Salmon- also cooked well and seasoned well Grilled chicken tender- a little dry. Under-seasoned but was good with their sauces/ dressings Cajun Shrimp- cooked well not rubbery or overcooked. Seasoned well Cajun Fish- seems to be swai in Cajun seasoning. Yum. Brussels sprouts- my favorite!! Flavorful Fire roasted corn- second favorite. Tasted buttery Diced zucchini and rosemary- cooked well but rosemary heavy- rosemary is my least favorite herb lol Fries were underwhelming but I know they were probably sitting in the catering tray for some time Cauliflower rice- delicious!! Wouldn't miss rice at all Rice- fluffy and yum Cajun sauce- salty Greed goddess sauce- delicious. Tasted like some herby mayo

The food was good. The chicken is tender and flavorful. There are many interesting meal options,…read moreall available on the digital kiosk. We were the only patrons yet the food took five minutes to arrive. It gave us the sense that it was freshly prepared. One negative: the tables and dining area needed cleaning.

Upon entering, the restaurant was clean and there were plenty of seats open to dine in. There is no…read moreone to greet you, but the self serve kiosks were easy to navigate. After ordering, my food took about 20 minutes, but everything was really fresh and piping hot just how I like it. I ordered my honey butter chicken sandwich with medium spice and it was so good. When I'm in the DMV area, this restaurant is a must have!

Just driving through on a business trip and needed a quick lunch. Lots of tables and room in here…read morewhen we walked in. Although it was barely 11am. You can tell this is an authentic Italian delicatessen. They were busy prepping for the lunch rush. I got the chicken club sandwich and it came out fairly quickly. Loved the bread it came on. My first bite and I knew it was freshly baked. The sandwich was extremely good and the chicken seasoned well. Even the shredded lettuce was fresh!

I'm pretty sure I have reviewed other Santini's locations over the years. So, I'll just cut to the…read morechase: This location lives up to all the good things I have experienced elsewhere. The sandwiches are consistently made and delicious. We stepped out of our NY deli sandwich craving on this visit and took home some desert as well. Peanut butter cup cheesecake and Limoncello cake. I assume they are not made onsite, but damn they were so good! I've had the tiramisu before as well, which is also excellent.

Honestly... I was not impressed by this Five Guys. First, the fries are now $7 each and the…read moreburgers $10... This restaurant location is incredibly small and hard to move around. The service was not great either, albeit they were quite busy. I was disappointed by how the bun was not toasted like it normally is. They barely put any mayo or pickles on the burger even though I requested both. The fries were good though. Just incredibly overpriced.

i couldn't tell you the last time i had five guys because it is simply out of my budget for just a…read moreburger and fries. HOWEVER, as a treat, we got some tonight and it was DELISH as always. while $14 for a burger, fry, and soda is outrageous, at least it is good. PABLO our cashier was super helpful by moving our order around to include a combo so it was less expensive. coca cola freestyle machine is goated