The appetizer calamari is a must try. Tender, crispy, delicious (a bit numbing spicy flavor; mala)…read more Authentic peppercorn. Real squids. Wow huge improvement from the rubbery calamari they offered before. That's truly a pleasant surprise when we placed our order this time. Underneath the calamari is a bed of crispy chow mein noodles. Yum!

Always a solid spot for a meal. The restaurant is always clean and I always have good service. One…read morething to note is that not all of the seating is comfortable. I would ask for a booth/regular seating if you don't want to sit on the high top stools. I tried the mushroom and eggplant bao for the first time and was pleasantly surprised. I could definitely eat more than two of these. The chicken katsu curry is a generous portion size and I took some home. My only note is that I would prefer more curry sauce for a more even sauce to rice ratio.

Everything is a flavour bomb... The only thing that's throwing me off was it was upstairs rather…read morethan the first floow. The lady who served us was amazing and very nice but a bit pushy on recommendations. I like the idea of looking around their little shop while we wait for our food. Food 5/5 Service 4.5/5 If your in Fairfax county and like thai food it's worth the visit.

FALLS CHURCH - Fun, friendly service and vibe, darn good eats. Upstairs from Duangrat…read more The missus and I ate there at 1ish on a Saturday. Plenty of parking on the left side of the bldg, tons of available seating. Hostess/waitress was a hoot; very friendly. Suggested several dim sum items. Samosas (4, $12) had a nice crispiness and a thinner dough than one usually finds in samosas. Would get again. The duck roll (2, $13) is filled with crispy duck and scallions. Would also get again. Mango cashew slaw ($11) has a nice spicy warmth to it. The Chinese chive dumplings (2, $6) had a nice crunch. We also got a beer ($9). A nice canned and bottled beer selection. We also got the Thai beignets dessert. 3-4 dim sum items is a full meal for a couple unless you're *really* hungry. Will definitely return. You should go. Now.

Absolutely obsessed with the ambiance and aesthetic. Everyone who served us was super chill & cool…read moretoo. Whoever designed the interior is insanely creative--it really stands out. I'm from SoCal, so having a spot nearby that reminds me of home honestly means a lot I've had plenty of cucumber dishes before, but this one genuinely impressed me. My partner even said he liked it more than Din Tai Fung. I def liked it more than Paradise Dynasty The food was incredible and made me so happy. The only thing is the banchan--I wish the portions were a bit bigger. Not sure if I'm just being a big back though LMAO This was our second time coming back since it's walking distance from us, and we'll definitely be back again.

I dined in today around 6/7pm, thinking that it was gonna be yet again another great experience,…read moreunfortunately other than my server and the sweet host which I shall not name because I don't want them to be a part of any of this terrible mess. Waiting on my food is understandable and noted in the greeting that my server gave me. BUTTTT my drinks on the other hand, took so much longer than it should have, especially since the bartender had help. Meaning that there is a bartender and a server who is coming behind the bar to help make drinks, now when I say help I do use that loosely, especially since I only seen them make drinks going to their tables. When the actual bartender had tickets and wasn't busy at the bar he was not making drinks and instead was going to clean up their bar which was basically empty. I don't work in the service industry, but I do know it's not for everyone and I do feel as if that the bartender today could not handle himself. I feel like it was worse when it was getting a little bit slower and he still had tickets. Him and server both pulled out their phones and started showing each other things on it and laughing. If not for my incredible waitress, I would probably never return! She did try her best to explain that being short staffed tonight was a thing and apologized repeatedly for things that were not her fault. I would like to add seems like that the server who was "helping" behind the bar seemed like he needed help as well. Maybe put him back into training. I don't understand why it takes two servers and a bartender keep just the bar running when the windows weren't even open. I have watched two bartenders be able to handle before with windows open.

Picked up my bf and his friends from a bachelor party so... you can imagine the weekend they had…read more All good fun! But they came back HONGREE. They said want to KBBQ? We said heck yeahhhh, so the decision was made AMBIANCE: Big space, pretty empty as we were one of the last people to eat before they closed! They were very accommodating-- letting us know their kitchen closed at 10:30 PM and the restaurant closed at 11 PM. When we arrived, it was 945, so we weren't looking to play around. We knew what we were gonna get. Onward we went SERVICE: My girl Arieles (PRETTY sure that's what her name was) was our server! She was so sweet and got us our stuff promptly. We knew we were coming in late so we weren't gonna waste time, but she was joyful to serve us regardless and I appreciate that. So many times people are FED UP, and it shows, to be at the end of their shift (and I get it), so it was nice to have someone of good demeanor to host us! FOOD: We ordered brisket, spicy pork belly, spicy chicken, and spicy bulgogi. First time trying the spicy Bulgogi for fear that it was gonna be TOO spicy and it was not at all! To reference -- I thought the kimchi was a bit spicier than the bulgogi! So try it, flavor is amazing! Can't wait to come again. I hadn't gone to KBBQ in a long while!

Honestly, this is my new spot. We frequent Iron Age, but decided to give firepan a try this time…read more All the protein was really good quality. The steak was amazing. We did try one of the sushi rolls. I would skip on those the rice on. It was very mushy. Other than that, everything was really good. The side dishes were good and the service was exceptional.

Had the pleasure of dining solo and was blown away by both the food and service. My server Heather…read morewas absolutely amazing and made the BEST drink. Very clean and relaxed environment. Will definitely visit again next time I am in town!

The pork was juicy, the noodles were bouncy and fresh. The service was a bit slow but there was…read moreonly 2 people serving. The ambiance was bad cuz it was loud but that doesn't really matter to me.

Hong Kong Palace is honestly fantastic. I think a lot of the negative reviews are just wrong…read more I only got two dishes, but that was more than enough for ~$32. The prices are quite good and the portions are generous. I had a full second meal the next day without trying. I got the Yangzhou fried rice and it was very well executed. The meat inside was excellent, with what tasted like lap cheong or a similar Chinese sausage. The egg was fluffy, not burnt, nicely moist, and evenly distributed. Everything tasted fresh and balanced, with real depth of flavor. This is fried rice done properly. The other dish was listed as spicy fried chicken or something, though it was basically a la zi ji. It was excellent. I loved the peppers, and the spices were very aromatic. The frying was done well, clearly cooked in plenty of oil, so not exactly light food, but extremely satisfying. The chicken was crisp and flavorful, and the overall execution was strong. The food came out fast, the prices were low, and the quality was high, and service was good. This is an authentic Hong Kong-style place, not fancy or polished, but clearly focused on getting the food right. Five stars. I definitely want to come back.

I've had many meals here since my last review. We took a long pause in the COVID years but have…read morerediscovered this excellent Szechuan joint. The dining room is quiet bc of all the competition in Chinese food these days but those new places are not quite as good, serve smaller portions, and charge higher prices. While the dining room is a bit sad and tired the food is not. Come support this small family owned business. Eat in bc takeout is never as good... especially with the amazing crispy, fried dishes this place knocks out. Chengdu Salt & Pepper Jumbo Shrimp, Cumin Fish, Stir Fried String Beans, Dan Dan Noodles, Chengdu Zhong Spring Dumpling, Cumin Lamb are some of the many dishes I recommend. They do a lot of things well --- a rarity these days in the restaurant scene.

Year after year, Rice Paper remains an incredibly good and incredibly reliable source for truly…read moreauthentic Vietnamese dishes prepared consistently, with quality ingredients. This place was first recommended to me by Vietnamese immigrants many years ago, and it feels like it's only gotten better. So why aren't the ratings higher? Because it's not the cheapest place in Eden Center, because there's always a wait and the service can be indifferent, and maybe because the room and the furnishings are a bit tired. Who cares? I'm here for the food. Order the rice paper dishes from the back page of the menu, and prepare to get messy. So good. Nobody does it like Rice Paper! TIP: I use the stopwatch on my phone to measure how long I wet the rice papers. 20 to 25 seconds is the most you need, otherwise they get too sticky. Wet a rice paper for 20 seconds, then spread it on your plate, and fill with all the goodies before wrapping tightly.

This place is lively, we came for a very late lunch in the afternoon but the restaurant was still…read morepacked. The tables are close together. I like this, it feels familial and busy which somehow makes the experience better. Food comes out when it is done, fresh and hot so don't wait for other dishes to come out before starting! I regret not coming here sooner, they have many awards and I can understand why. The flavors of every item were cooked well! All the vegetables were fresh and clean. I cannot wait to go back. I really recommend any of the platters or combos, the portions are generous but you feel good after eating as plates are very balanced.

We love this place and have enjoyed everything that we've ordered from drunken noodles, pad see…read moreewe, fried pork with rice, etc. Note there is limited seating, maybe 4 tables inside and a few in the hallway, so come with a smaller group and I'm off hours if you don't want to wait. No bathroom.

Found this hole in the wall from a friend who recommended it after seeing a tiktok about this spot…read more God bless that review because how amazing! The service is soo good and the server answered all my questions with no hint of irritation. The food comes out fast and it's soo fresh ! Will 100% go again and bring my husband this time

All green lights. Service was great. Smoky and soft and tender octopus. Seafood fried rolls in…read morelettuce wraps were wonderful but messy. For entrees, everyone needs to try the coconut curry risotto. The creamy rice seems like there's a gallon of cream. So full of flavor, this was the hands down winner. Short rib pappardelle is good and solid but you can get similar at other good restaurants. My drink was excellent as well. There is a mandatory 20% fee added for service that is split amongst the service staff. Anything above goes to the server. This was well explained when paying. Bar area looks inviting inside. Bathrooms had air dryers (boo)

Awesome restaurant-- great service, cocktails, and food flavors. I have dishes that I think are top…read morenotch and different and then there also the ones you think are going to be 5-stars but are duds. Favs and must try -- seafood cha gao is delicious with the combination of lettuce wrap, basil, mint. It's a perfect bite flavor wise. The green papaya seafood salad is also good but not as Caesar-ey as I wish. But again, still yummy! Coconut curry risotto is a delicious new take on risotto. This has a lot of flavor and is cooked perfectly. Lobster garlic noodles-- no complaints here, it's delicious! Meh dishes-- chili wontons are nothing special, and the short rib paparadelle wasn't good IMO. Parking isn't the best but I usually find a spot in the garage and the restaurant has a discount code so don't pay for the parking until you get into the restaurant and use the discount code at the host stand. The restaurant is very pretty, good for date night or girls night too!

Siam Miyaki is a true hidden gem tucked away in Cherrydale that absolutely deserves a spot on your…read more"must-try" list. Chef JJ is performing culinary magic, serving up some of the freshest sushi and Thai cuisine in the entire area. I visited last night with a large group, and the experience was exceptional. Chef JJ personally ensured we had an incredible meal, featuring some of the best flavors I've encountered in a long time. Menu Highlights Sushi: Truly spectacular. The quality of the fish is evident in every bite--incredibly fresh and expertly prepared. Thai Basil Fried Rice: This is a mandatory order. Unlike many versions, it isn't oily at all. Instead, it's light, super flavorful, and tastes remarkably fresh. Egg Rolls: Perfectly executed. They are light and flaky without a hint of greasiness. The Verdict Whether you are a sushi lover or a Thai food enthusiast, you are in great hands here. Chef JJ is easily one of the most talented chefs in the region. Don't sleep on this spot!

Consistently delicious and well packaged!…read more I have ordered some good Thai food from place since they deliver to my workplace. Four stars only because the flavor in some the items Ive ordered can be lacking at times. But overall, delicious and appreciate consistent service.