Visited for my birthday dinner with a reservation for 4 and was greeted by the hostess and seated…read moreright away. However, it took a while for our server to acknowledge us, even though she had passed our table several times. We decided on the AYCE menu, which allowed us to order up to 5 rounds, with premium items limited to one order. Our group only made it through 2 rounds. The food came out relatively fast, and the standouts were the chicken hibachi, popcorn shrimp, and premium sushi. The restaurant itself was pretty, trendy, and seemed like a cool place to visit, but the food was nothing too special, especially for the price. I would definitely come back and give it another try for a better experience.

If you want to take aesthetically pleasing instagram photos that makes it look like you're in an…read moreizakaya in Japan this is your place. But if you want actually good food RUN AWAY. We went and got the AYCE premium menu (which is ridiculous that you have to choose the premium for nigiri and sashimi but whatever), and upon seating they give you a paper menu to write down your order. We got their premium box which is like $25 or $26 off of their à la cart menu and while it's super pretty to look at it was disgusting. The Wagyu was thick, slimy, and chewy and made me want to throw up. The toro had wayyyyy too much wasabi in it and felt like torture to eat. The other two pieces were ok but if I paid à la for it I'd be PISSED. The rolls and nigiri and sashimi were a mixed bag, some were okay, some were slimy, and some were just dry. The cooked food was decent but not very flavorful, my siblings favorite dish of the night was the cooked bulgogi which I found to be chewy and you guessed it, flavorless. Service left much to be desired, there's an hour 30 minute time limit on AYCE and you get four rounds total. They take your paper in the back to put in your order and don't bring it back out until all of your order has come out(which fair), but it takes about 30ish minutes per round and having to flag someone down to take your paper back is a pain. I think if they had tablets or maybe a call button that would be better? Unsure. Regardless the food quality needs a major upgrade to make it worth the price.

Needed a quick bite to eat before heading home and this spot came up in my vicinity. You have to…read morewalk inside of the building to get to it. I was sat down quickly. They were super kind and attentive towards me. The food came out fast and all of it was absolutely delish! Pricing was great, too! It definitely lived up to it's name because I definitely felt "kozy" as if I was eating at home. Parking can be a gamble since the lot isnt but so big but I found one fairly quickly.if you like trying different ramen spots, this one is worth a visit!

I had my reservations since I've had such phenomenal ramen all over the DMV, but Kozy wasn't too…read moreshabby. The broth could have had more notes to it, but it had enough bold flavor that I'd continue to slurp. Their chashu was big and thick, but stayed tender. I've had chashu at places like Marumen where it was rock hard so I appreciated Kozy did a much better job. The noodles were nothing to rave about; very regular noodles. The service was super attentive and respectful. Is this the best ramen in the DMV? I wouldn't say so, but for Annandale, I was genuinely surprised and would try them again if I was in the area. Much better than Tanpopo!! (The previous ramen shop that was there before them)

I went here on a whim because I was craving ramen, but then I saw that Kajiken serves not only…read moreramen, but abura soba (a brothless noodle dish where the sauces sit at the bottom of the bowl and get mixed into the noodles). I'd heard about this style of dish before and had been wanting to try it, so of course I had to! I stopped in on a Monday in the middle of the afternoon, and there were already about 4-5 tables occupied, which I took as a good sign! As soon as I walked in, I was greeted with a smile and seated promptly. I ordered the Chicken Curry Abura Soba, and this was definitely a hit in my book! It smelled and looked so good that I dug right in as soon as it hit the table (so please excuse the picture lol). The curry flavor was rich and full, the noodles were perfectly chewy, and the chicken was crispy on the outside while still moist on the inside. At first, I only mixed everything together slightly and thought it was delicious. But once I REALLY mixed everything and got all of that sauce from the bottom incorporated throughout the noodles? Completely different flavor experience. So good! I also ordered the pork dumplings as an appetizer. I order pork dumplings pretty often when I go out, and whatever version of them Kanjiken is doing, I really enjoyed it. The texture was giving homemade...I don't know if they actually are, but that's what it gave! Either way, they were good. To drink, I had a bottle of white peach black tea, which was crisp, refreshing, and paired really well with the meal. Overall, I highly recommend Kajiken. In fact, I'm writing this review a few days later and seriously considering heading back there for dinner tonight.

Went in on a whim, thinking this was a ramen place (like soup ramen), but found out quickly about…read moreAbura Soba. The sauce is served at the bottom of the bowl and you mix everything together. The beef with the egg yolk was very good, especially along with the spicy add-on sauce (it was spicy!). The noodles & sauce were excellent; you can order add-ons to the noodle bowls, and they come in separate dishes so you can add on yourself to create different bites, and also share. Each add-on was small and good for 1-2 people to share. Tried umeboshi (sour plum) for the first time and loved it mixed in with noodle or rice. Caution to eating by itself, it'll make you pucker up real quick. Wakame soup was comforting. They also have smaller portion rice bowls, that were plenty filling. I would recommend getting a couple add ons though, as the karrage chicken was good, but rather plain. If you like spicy, you can get it here, but you can also keep it mild. Fun dinner. Kevin was a wonderful server, answered my bunches of questions and was friendly about it. I walked in without expectations and walked out with a memorable experience and getting to try new foods. A win in my world! The inside of the restaurant is very well lit and bright. It has a bit of a high end food court, corporate feel to it. I'd go again.

This is a cute, cozy, warm atmosphere. There's not really a lot people there. It's great for dates…read more The chef was super nice. The lady was disgruntled when I came in and not really talkative. I got the soy marinated pork. The pork was crispy, juicy, and flavorful. I wish they gave more rice, sauce, and letter wrap for the ratio of the meat. I loved that they come with banchans. I would like to come back and try their other dishes. 1 suggestion is they need to be consistent in their hours on all platforms. Yelp it says 10 pm. Google, Google maps, and their website says 9 pm.

The best Korean restaurant in the DMV. From the cocktails (the Old Korean Fashioned), to the kimchi…read morepancake, to the soy infused pork out beef, the traditional quality of this atmospherically high quality joint is a great formula. Honors to the their kimchi pork jjigae - this stew might be my favorite Korean meal so far anywhere.

I am ecstatic to have found a new favorite restaurant in the DMV! This place is a true hole in the…read morewall place. The star ingredient is mae mil which translates to buckwheat and everything from the dumplings to noodles, it's all buckwheat based. Everything is handmade from scratch and fresh. So far, I've tried the dumplings and soba dish and both were super delicious!! I'll definitely be back to try other dishes!

I got the spicy noodles with tofu and vegetables, without the meat topping. The noodles were very…read morefresh and it was as an abundance of food! The broth wasn't as flavorful or spicy as usual wanted it to be the first day, but the next day, I added some buldak hot sauce and it was fantastic! The vegetables were also fresh and the tofu was good quality. It's located inside of the food court at K Mart and looks like a standard food court. Nothing fancy. If you go, be prepared to eat because the people were eating for real!

Gigantic portions of pork tonkatsu. Has really good, traditional Korean sauce, you can ask for it…read moreon top or on the side. Crisp and tender. Lettuce was very fresh, with a nice scoop of rice. Soup was udon soup. Lots of menu options for fun Korean street foods. Quickly made. They give you a buzzer so you can pick up your food!

Really wanted to like this place, but it just didn't quite hit the mark for me. It's located inside…read morethe K Market Food Court, which has plenty of seating. My partner ordered the Spicy Cold Noodles, and they were decent. The sauce had a nice kick, and the noodles were chewy and cooked well. I ordered the Donkatsu and wasn't a fan of the sauce served over the cutlet. It lacked flavor and made the breading soggy, so I'd recommend asking for the sauce on the side instead. Each dish also came with a small cup of soup, but unfortunately it was only lukewarm. The staff was friendly, but overall the food didn't leave much of an impression.

Stopped by here at lunch time during the week. I really wanted "Juk" but it was not on the menu…read more Instead, I ordered the "#28 or Mondoo Gook" (i.e., beef and vegetable dumplings in broth). It was excellent and nice and plain which I prefer. The kimchi was there if I wanted it. The service was quick and the restaurant, including the bathroom, is clean. I plan on returning.

I had to double back on this place! The food was excellent and the portions were big. Service was…read moregreat, our waitress made sure we were comfortable and kept our drinks filled. The place packed but all the staff stayed on top of it.

I've been coming to Dal Shabu Hot Pot since they first opened, and it continues to be my favorite…read moreplace for Korean-style all-you-can-eat hot pot in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) area. The quality and consistency have always been outstanding. They offer a fantastic selection of fresh meats, crisp vegetables, rich and flavorful broths, delicious dipping sauces, a variety of Korean side dishes, and even desserts--all included in one amazing dining experience. Everything is fresh, well-stocked, and perfect for customizing your own hot pot. Whether you're celebrating with family, catching up with friends, or simply craving a comforting meal, Dal Shabu Hot Pot is the place to go. If you're looking for the best hot pot in the DMV, I highly recommend giving it a try!

Dal Shabu Hot Pot on John Marr Dr in Annandale, VA, is a shabu shabu eatery specializing in hot pot…read moredishes. Their menu offers an all-you-can-eat option featuring a variety of meats, seafood, and vegetables, as well as an à la carte selection. You can also cook items like fish cakes and tofu in your own broth. The broth options are extensive, including House Veggie, Pho, Tonkatsu, House Spicy, Mala, and Tom Yam. They also offer a sauce bar with a variety of dipping sauces. During our recent visit, we found the service to be slow, and our first order was incorrect. The bell button at our table was broken, so we had to change tables. Additionally, the overall area could be cleaner to improve the dining experience.

Hey yall, I went on…read morea FIRST DATE here lastnight at 9:10pm! He picked the place, how nice! He drove us here. It was the right place after all. We had such a good night and the food was ALL EATIN UP, drinks GOne! We sat at the bar and it was a VIBEEEEEE! Place closed at 10pm but they let us sit and chat till about 11pm! We ordered 5 ROLLS! Salmon, lobster, shrimp, all seafood, all good, on point bomb!! We also got SHOTS of CASA AZUL.. awww my baby! I got a lot of footage too! Go here!

Love a good Japanese BBQ, and Gyu Shige never disappoints! I've been here a couple of times now,…read moreand each visit has been consistently great, from the quality of the food to the friendly service. Our table ordered a variety of meats, and our favorites were the Prime Short Ribs, Beef Tongue, and Rib Fingers. Everything was fresh and well-marinated. We also shared the Garlic Beef Fried Rice and the Corn Cheese. The fried rice was flavorful, well-seasoned, and a generous portion that's perfect for sharing. The only letdown was the Corn Cheese. It was much heavier on the cheese than the corn, lacked flavor, and ended up being pretty underwhelming. The restaurant itself is spacious, with plenty of indoor, outdoor, and bar seating.

Food: Soy garlic glazed wings-yum, loved that they aren't…read moredrenched in sauce and they have a great crunch. 1/2 rack spicy ribs subbed with fries. Very tender meat and nice and crispy fries! Mac salad-good flavor 1/2 roasted chicken-very good and moist! Good flavor. Chilled Water was at each and every table as well Service- good even though there was only one server. He kept up with everything and everyone in the dining room. Ambiance- not too many tables inside but lots outside in the covered patios.

The food was pretty good but not exceptional. The staff could not have been more friendly and…read moreaccommodating. BUT one thing REALLY bugged me. While the place was nice looking and relatively clean, with only two people on staff (at least visible to us), nobody was clearing the used tables. Customers had long gone, but their dirty (used) dishes sat on the tables like they belonged there or as if clearing tables was the responsibility of the customers and nobody told the customers! It was actually kind of strange. In all fairness, there was robust take-out traffic!