As a huge fan of crispy beef, I've often turned to TNR Café for my fix. Months ago, my friends and…read moreI decided to order from there on a Friday, enjoying delicious Chinese food while watching a movie. We've since ordered multiple times, but the quality of the crispy beef has been inconsistent. Sometimes it scores a five, while other times it dips to a three, likely due to different chefs preparing the dish. I noticed this firsthand during my last visit when I picked up my order. Though I was excited to indulge in the crispy beef again, it turned out a bit tougher than usual. No service issues. Restaurant is clean and inviting. I'd love for TNR to refine this dish so it maintains its deliciousness consistently, as I truly enjoy it and will definitely be back for more.

I moved to Arlington and August and I've been looking for a go-to Chinese takeout place. Normally I…read moreDD from New Big Wong in DC but today I finally found a place in Arlington I love and glad it's not far from home. TNR Cafe is the ideal Chinese takeout in Arlington. Located in Courthouse near the Taco Bell Cantina and the Four Courts is TNR. I ordered beef and broccoli (came with white rice), pan-fried dumplings, and shrimp and chicken egg rolls. The beef and broccoli was great. Nice fresh slices of beef with the cooked perfectly broccoli and plenty of sauce to drizzle on my white rice. The dumpling were meh. The size and portion was good for the price but the filling was underseasoned. The egg rolls were great as well! Wish there was a little more meat but not terrible at all!

Service should be more proactive. I had to go to the counter to tell them that the green scallions…read moreare out in the sauce bar (they did not replenish it even after I told them). We also had to flag down the waitress to tell her to bring forks for our guests. Otherwise dining in is a pleasant enough experience. We had hot pot, and our table was full (of delicious stuff to cook). The wine marinated beef is a must try, and the lobster balls are very nice, too. Their renovated interior is pleasant, however their chairs are so hard! Can't sit here for long. The chairs should come with some cushion.

-Food was mid -Food was weird…read more-had to make ur own food -Waiters were chill -mid place -not a fast food place

As someone who grew up in Southern California in a large Vietnamese community and has visited…read moreVietnam many times, I can usually tell pretty quickly when a restaurant captures authentic Vietnamese flavors. I was happy to find that the pho here really delivered. I ordered the beef pho, and the broth was rich, flavorful, and tasted very close to what I grew up eating. You can tell that care went into developing the broth, and that was definitely the highlight of my meal. That said, I do have some constructive feedback. I ordered both the beef pho and the special combination bánh mì, and after tax and tip, my total came out to around $30. For that price, I expected larger portions. The pho itself was delicious, but the noodle portion felt quite small, and I left still feeling hungry. If the restaurant increased the amount of noodles, I think the pho would easily earn 5 stars from me. Unfortunately, the special combination bánh mì was disappointing. The bread was very hard, dry, and tasted stale rather than light and crispy. A good bánh mì should have a crusty exterior while still being soft and airy inside, but this one was difficult to eat, and I found myself dipping it into the pho broth just to soften it up. I also felt that the fillings could be improved. The pork skin was quite chewy, there wasn't enough chả lụa, and I would have loved to see more pâté, which is such an important component of a traditional đặc biệt bánh mì. The fillings overall felt a bit underwhelming compared to the authentic bánh mì I grew up with. Overall, I appreciate that this restaurant offers authentic Vietnamese flavors, especially in their pho. With some adjustments to portion sizes and fresher, higher-quality bread for the bánh mì, I think this place has the potential to be outstanding. Góp ý gửi đến chủ quán (tiếng Việt): Cảm ơn cô/chú đã mang hương vị Việt Nam đến khu vực này. Nước dùng phở rất ngon và đậm đà, gợi nhớ đến hương vị quê nhà. Cháu rất thích món phở của quán. Tuy nhiên, cháu xin góp ý một cách chân thành là phần bánh mì đặc biệt chưa được như mong đợi. Bánh mì hơi cứng và có cảm giác không còn tươi nên làm giảm trải nghiệm món ăn. Ngoài ra, phần da heo hơi dai, chả lụa hơi ít, và nếu có thêm pate thì bánh mì sẽ đậm đà và đúng vị truyền thống hơn. Phần bánh phở trong tô cũng hơi ít so với mức giá. Nếu quán có thể tăng thêm lượng bánh phở và cải thiện chất lượng cũng như độ tươi của bánh mì, cháu tin rằng quán sẽ nhận được nhiều đánh giá 5 sao hơn. Chúc quán ngày càng đông khách và thành công!

I absolutely love this place. The staff are friendly and the food is delicious. This evening I…read morewanted a light dinner and Pho & Banh did not disappoint. I decided to try the Summer Rolls and Egg Rolls (not pictured) and both were on point on. The Summer Rolls were so refreshing and the egg rolls were just as tasty. The restaurant is really nice, with ample seating options for its size. I can't wait to return and try other options.

This is a review for the Sushi Omakase menu. The sushi was good, but the barebones decor and…read moreservice and ridiculous alcohol prices mean I can't recommend it over other omakase restaurants (and its location in Georgetown is not as easy to get to). The omakase menu costs $120 per person (+22% tip and 10% tax) and requires an advance reservation with a $50/person non-refundable deposit later applied to the check. We visited on a Tuesday for the 5:30 PM seating with an advance reservation. The ambiance was disappointing. The decor is very sparse and does not feel like a fancy restaurant; it feels more like someone's kitchen. The vibe was very subdued because there were only four guests in the entire restaurant. Service was also a let down. The sushi chef had very little showmanship. He quietly told us the name of the fish he was serving, and that was it. The other server only refilled water and brought one round of drinks. They did not give us a printed menu at the end. The lackluster service was unacceptable for 22% auto-grat. If the decor and service were better, this could have felt like an exciting, intimate experience. Instead, it just felt a bit sad. The alcohol prices are completely out of touch with the restaurant atmosphere and the omakase pricing. No sake bottle was under $100, no glass of wine was under $20, and it was $14 for a basic Orion beer. I normally order at least two drinks at dinner, and we only ordered one per person. It seemed the other couple was similarly holding back. I was shocked at the pricing. The sushi itself was good. There were about 18 courses, including one dessert course that came with some tea. I took photos of many, but not all, courses. They were mostly nigiri and also one soup; one small bowl of fish, roe, and egg; one oyster; and one handroll. The sushi quality might be on par with other omakase counters, but the decor and service is not. Cannot recommend.

Koryouri Urara has been on my list ever since it first opened last year, and I finally experienced…read moretheir 10-course tasting menu (which features a variety of Japanese comfort food) this past Friday. Even though I arrived 20 minutes late for my reservation, the staff was incredibly accommodating. I was seated and fortunately arrived before the first course. The interior is simple and without frills, almost cafe-like in its casualness. However, the staff was very hospitable and attentive, and the experience was engaging (with Chef Urara) and intimate. CHAWANMUSHI This was incredibly seaweed rich, which added strong "sea sweet" and umami. The egg was silky and soft underneath an abundant of warm and flavorful broth. Incredibly flavorful, but a bit too salty. Great course to begin with. SEA TROUT SALAD The salad was cool and refreshing, composing of a couple pieces of sea trout sashimi, sea jelly dressing, and cucumber. Flavors were bright and citrusy, also pretty herb-forward from the shiso mint. Very playful salad. SABLEFISH TEMPURA The sablefish tempura was light and perfectly crispy with buttery fish underneath. It was prepared with bits of seaweed for a subtle brininess, served alongside a creamy yuzu kosho sauce. The sauce was bright and lightly sweet with lingering yuzu notes. The flavors of fish and sauce worked harmoniously without being overpowering. This was definitely one of my favorite courses of the night. BLACK SNAPPER FISH The black snapper was clean and delicate, accompanied by blanched crown daisy on the side, which added a lovely earthiness and crunch. Both were topped with a nutty sesame dressing that enhanced the flavors of the fish and the slight bitterness of the greens. HARUMAKI The harumaki featured tender pork belly and crunchy lotus root wrapped with cheese and Tokyo leeks. Served with a side of rice vinegar and karashi (spicy Japanese mustard), it was the richest course thus far -- decadently fried but perfectly balanced by the sauce's slightly acidic tang. The contrast between the tender pork and the snap of the lotus root made every bite delicious and addictive. SASHIMI This course featured pieces of lean tuna (akami), fatty tuna (otoro), topped with uni from Hokkaido. The uni was incredibly creamy and on the sweeter side. While the akami was smooth, the standout was the otoro, which melted instantly in my mouth and was incredibly satisfying. On the side, the dashi-forward greens was refreshing and complemented the umami-rich uni perfectly. WAGYU The A5 wagyu was marinated in a savory red miso sauce and grilled right before our eyes. It was served with a vibrant side of celery and watermelon radish, which provided a nice crunch and a hint of spice. The beef was grilled to perfection -- tender, with a delicate char, it melted in my mouth instantly. The salad's bright, soy-based dressing paired well with the fatty marbling of the beef. MISO SOUP Unlike most restaurant-served miso soups, this version was incredibly hearty, packed with carrots, homemade meatballs, and lots of onions. It was sweet and flavorful, with a subtle acidity from the onions. Much more robust than your typical miso soup, it felt warm and homey. TAKANA MESHI This course was just as homey and unpretentious as the miso soup. The flavors were beautifully mild, highlighting light dashi flavors and subtle umami. Rather than being fried, the rice felt steamed, similar to a claypot preparation. This was a light, delicious conclusion to the savory portion of the tasting menu. The simplicity and homey flavors was so comforting it left me wanting more. Fortunately, there was still some left in the pot, and Chef Urara offered me a second serving -- say less. DESSERT To end the night, we were served green tea ice cream over a red bean base, topped with mochi and a drizzle of brown sugar syrup. It wasn't too sweet, and the green tea ice cream was very smooth and pleasantly tea-forward. The mochi was chewy without the excessive stretchy stickiness I don't enjoy. Very good. As we wrapped up the meal, we were served a warm hojicha, which was the perfect roasty-ness and strength. The courses were delicious and playful, often with heavier bases paired with something bright and refreshing to balance out the rich flavors. Overall, this was a phenomenal experience that I enjoyed on my own, and I would love to come back for a different tasting menu or for their sushi omakase.

The food was absolutely mind blowing.The service was nice,And the restaurant was very beautiful!…read moreOverall it was a wonderful experience for me and my family.

Really really cute place. Service was also quick and was very friendly. I hate to give less than…read more4 stars but I'm hoping that the owners will read this and make do better with their food. It was just way too salty. My tonkutso ramen was just unbearable because of the amount of salt. They even salted the shiitake mushrooms. Who does that? They should just let the natural umami of the mushrooms to just shine. Please, do better and let the ingredients remain in their perfect state of goodness.

my mom and i were walking DC and wanted to get food but everywhere else on the street seemed too…read moreexpensive, we went into Teashi on a whim and it was amazing!! the service was so good with one of the workers personally showing us where the nearest restroom was, the food was even better!!!! i had only gotten 3 chicken dumplings and the peach tea but wish i had ordered more, my mom got the chicken bento box and LOVED it

ran by a sweet, hardworking family in a prime location near Farragut west & DuPont circle, teashi…read moreis one of my go-to's for lunch and dinner carry-out. they have boba, bento boxes, and rice/noodle bowls. my go-to is the spicy tofu noodle bowl without egg (they are accommodating for vegetarians and vegans). the tofu has INCREDIBLE flavor and the bowl is garnished with pickled mustard greens and fresh crunchy lettuce. they also offer oat milk and almond milk substitutes for the milk tea options. my favorite boba is the thai tea highly recommend!

I though hard on this, and it's tough to justify anything less than 5 stars, especially for the…read moreprice point for the all you can eat brunch option. I visited with 4 friends, and we had a private booth. The food kept coming...and coming...and coming! I was genuinely surprised how fast the turn-around between ordering a dish and it arrived at our table. We visited on a Sunday so they had $1 mimosas. Yes-please-thank you! All the dishes were good-to-great. I don't recall a single one of us complaining about anything we tried. And if you don't like something - order something else!

Was walking with family and we're looking for somewhere to eat for dinner. We stumbled upon Tiger…read moreDumplings and was able to get seated immediately. Not too busy inside but a good amount of people for a Saturday at 7PM. We ordered a Thai Tea, Passionfruit Iced Tea, Scallion Pancakes, Crystal Shrimp Dumplings, Pork Shrimp Shu Mai, Cucumber Salad, Shanghai Soup Dumplings, Tiger Signature Dumplings, and Pork Chive Dumplings. Food came out as it was ready. The teas were ok, the Passionfruit was the best. The soup dumplings were disappointing. You can't avoid them breaking but there was hardly any meat, was lukewarm, and mostly fat. The Tiger Signature and Pork Chive dumplings were better, but not too much flavor. The amount of filling in there were ok. The Shu Mai and the Crystal Shrimp Dumplings were solid, not too bad at all. The Cucumber were refreshing and also a little spicy. The Scallion Pancakes were fine, nothing special. Food was ok overall. The staff is nice but it seems that they were a little slammed despite the restaurant not being too full. Hard to get the server's attention at times. I wouldn't go out of my way but I might come back if I'm in the Clarendon area again.

Very good! It is always delicious. Regular bowl is quite enough for ladies. Btw, No tips!read more

Best Pho in all of NOVA FIGHT MEEEEE on it. It's SO GOOD. Cash only and I actually love their…read moreborderline rude demeanor. I'll say if you're a regular and thank them-- make the main guy laugh who seats people laughs he'll remember you and give you a smile . I appreciate the efficiency. The broth is SO GOOD. It's not greasy, it's fresh; and you get a ton of food. I always get Large bowl pho#5 because I love tripe and tendon. It's lively and there's always a line no matter what time you come. So be prepared to wait a bit. They seat you pretty quick only 2 times I've come with the line out the door and I was like oh nawh I cannot. And lastly I come here bc no where else can you get the tapioca banana pudding, dessert. It is SOOOOO GOOOD omg. I always leave stuffed. And I cannot forget the Vietnamese coffee with sweetened condensed milk. Yaaaaa. It's the best.