some of the best oxtails I have ever had in Virginia. You have to go to the Jamaican jerk pit on…read moreBrook Road. There is two locations. I cannot vouch for The One on Hungary Road as I have not eaten there yet.

10/10! I'm too busy eating to leave a thorough review but I've been going here for the past year or…read moreso..my man and I love it here. He gets the jerk chicken with oxtail gravy + sides and coco bread. I get the curry chicken with sides + coco bread. The plaintains are also a hit when they are available! Highly recommend

Updated review: Under new management, same great…read moreMediterranean food! Note, it is prior owners relative who has taken over. Super friendly service. We were greeted immediately upon entering. The owner answered all my questions and let me try the taboulli before ordering, too! Our gyros were generously filled with meat. Feta, tomatoes, lettuce, and creamy tazziki sauce! Hummus is rich and creamy. Tabouli is excellent! They have 2 different shelving areas offering "provisions" like olive oil,tahini, chickpeas, spices, and assorted cookies and crackers. We got take out, though there are 3 tables up front to eat in. Bright and clean interior What we ate: Lamb gyro Spinach pie platter with tabouli and hummus My rating rationale  +1 Service +1 Food~Taste/flavor/quality +1 Presentation +1 Atmosphere/vibe +1 Value

The best place to get your shawarma. And they now have the popular Sheer Yakh, traditional Afghan…read moreIce Cream.

This review is long overdue.. partly because I wanted to keep this place a hidden gem (just kidding…read more). It remains one of my all-time favorite Dominican restaurants and never disappoints. Starting with the location, the restaurant is in a small plaza, so there's usually plenty of parking available, which is always a plus. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted by the staff, and the interior instantly makes you feel like you're on a tropical vacation. I haven't been to the DR yet, but the vibes are definitely there. My go-to drink is the Morir Soñando--highly recommend it but it's sweet by nature so be careful. Over multiple visits, I've tried a variety of drinks, appetizers, and entrées, and everything has been consistently great. The tostones and empanadas always come out warm and fresh never dry, just perfect. The beef and chicken empanadas are my favorites; both are so flavorful. My boyfriend and I also love the mangú, and the fried cheese is SO good. Honestly, everything on that plate hits. Overall, the food is amazing, the staff is polite and reasonably quick, and I've never had a bad experience here. I seriously can't wait until the next time I'm in town to visit again.

An unforgettable Caribbean culinary experience!…read more From the moment we walked into Cafe Colao Restaurant, we were welcomed like family. The atmosphere radiates warmth, joy, and that island charm that instantly puts you at ease. The food? Absolutely phenomenal -- each bite was like a trip back home to Puerto Rico or the Dominican Republic . The flavors were bold, authentic, and soul-satisfying. A special thank you to our wonderful waitress Yaima, whose heart and hospitality elevated our entire experience. She didn't just serve us -- she nurtured us, offering a level of care and attentiveness that made us feel truly valued. If you're looking for a place that delivers passion on a plate and service from the heart, Cafe Colao is it. ¡Mil gracias por todo! ¡Una experiencia culinaria caribeña inolvidable! Desde el momento en que entramos al restaurante Café Colao, nos recibieron como en familia. El ambiente irradia calidez, alegría y ese encanto isleño que te hace sentir a gusto al instante. ¿La comida? Absolutamente fenomenal: cada bocado era como un viaje de regreso a Puerto Rico o a la República Dominicana . Los sabores eran audaces, auténticos y reconfortantes. Un agradecimiento especial a nuestra maravillosa camarera Yaima, cuyo corazón y hospitalidad realzaron toda nuestra experiencia. No solo nos atendió, sino que nos cuidó, ofreciéndonos un nivel de cuidado y atención que nos hizo sentir verdaderamente valorados. Si buscas un lugar que ofrezca pasión en cada plato y un servicio con el corazón, Café Colao es el lugar indicado. ¡Mil gracias por todo!

Truly a delightful experience. Randomly was around there and my lady friend and I wanted a coffee…read moreso we gave it a chance. Have been thinking about going back all the way across the city just to revisit because it was so good.

My husband and I got the chance to finally check out this restaurant as one of our dates to start…read morethe day with. We have been driving past this place for who knows how long. It is pretty close to the Asian market, Lotte. Plenty of seats to choose from. Staffs were super friendly and made sure that we were taken care of. The menu provides a lot of options and I can already tell that we'll be coming back here to try their lunch. We came here for a brunch date instead of a later date. I got their Mocha coffee and my husband got their Latte coffee. BOTH were delicious! I don't remember the order that we hand (since 2 months have passed) but I know the food came out pretty quick and def had their presentation of the dish. The food was delicious and we both enjoyed our dishes very much. Parking is pretty tight there but worth it. You won't regret trying this place!

Great tacos. Great price. They have sit down and take out. Good parking. Convenient southside…read morelocation.

My husband ordered food directly through El Gallo Pinto Costa Rica's website after working a…read more15-hour shift (and being awake much longer than that). He had been involuntarily assigned to transport supplies to Washington, D.C. for government-related work despite not even working for the government. He was completely exhausted and just wanted a meal before finally getting some sleep. He placed the order on the restaurant's website, which automatically redirected it through DoorDash. The order was confirmed, had an order number, and had already been assigned a driver. Then, out of nowhere, the restaurant canceled the order. Since my husband was exhausted, I called on his behalf. The first employee told me their DoorDash tablet wasn't even on, they never received an order, and they didn't cancel anything. Then another employee admitted they did cancel the order because they weren't working with DoorDash. During this process, I was hung up on twice. I then contacted DoorDash. Their customer service was polite and confirmed there was a valid order, a driver had been assigned, and the restaurant canceled the order. Unfortunately, because the order was placed through the restaurant's website, DoorDash couldn't issue a refund and advised me to contact the restaurant. When I called the restaurant back and explained what DoorDash had told me, the employee began speaking to someone else in Spanish while I was talking and completely ignored me. Every time I tried to explain the situation, she talked over me. I repeatedly said that all I wanted was our money back. Instead of helping, she denied everything and then hung up on me again. After that, they stopped answering the phone altogether. I was polite at the beginning of every conversation. It wasn't until I was repeatedly hung up on and ignored that I became frustrated. Mistakes happen, but the way this situation was handled was completely unprofessional. Hanging up on customers instead of trying to resolve the issue is unacceptable. If you're going to take orders through your website that are routed through DoorDash, then you need to honor those orders or at least communicate professionally when something goes wrong. Based on this experience, I cannot recommend this restaurant. Save yourself the frustration and spend your money somewhere that values its customers.

Excellent customer service The food for me is pretty good…read morebut our taste buds vary including experiences with Indian food tastes! I just love the serene atmosphere & helpfulness here. India K' Raja has been around for decades' Thank you

The food, the service, the quiet ambiance, all perfect! I highly recommend this restaurant for an…read moreinexpensive, delicious lunch. Dinner, too! Everything was so good. I asked for mild and it was mild. The naan was the best I've had anywhere. On Sunday brunch, they do bottomless pitchers of mimosas with a choice of fruit juices! I love this restaurant

Charles Kitchen was delicious! Everything tasted fresh and made with care. We went for lunch and…read moreordered the herb chicken, spinach rice, oxtails, and salmon, and every entrée was flavorful and well prepared. The meat was tender, seasoned perfectly, and cooked just right. Loved the home-like feel with the family pictures and warm atmosphere throughout. The service from Charles and Nikita was also excellent and made the experience even better. Can't wait to go back!

I literally stumbled upon Charles' Kitchen as I was looking for a different restaurant but the…read moreminute I saw CARIBBEAN CUISINE I said forget the other place and let's try this! Getting right to the point, THIS PLACE IS SLAMMING!!! The Food The Service The Ambiance The Energy EVERYTHING IS 5 STARS (& absolutely authentic)! I can't wait to come back to dine in, partake in their Mimosa Fridays and to try some of the other delicious entrees. LOVE THIS PLACE!

The man at the register is rude. Needs a course in customer service. Will not be back.read more

Great variety of Indian cuisine made fresh to order. Classics such as chicken vindaloo, butter…read morechicken, chicken tikka masala, goat curry, and great korma curries as well. My only complaint is that they don't have a plain rice option. All the rice has spices added which can be a bit off-putting with some of the dishes.