This place is lowk such a hidden gem! its perfect for a dinner hangout with the girls…read more They are consistently delicious, and you can tell a lot of care goes into every dish. The Sesame Chicken was super crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. I think by far, this one was my favorite dish. I also ordered the Crispy Chicken Bao and this was phenomenal. The way the spicy mayo complements the sweet and sour cucumber was scrumptious. The service was so friendly and attentive from walking in to sitting down. The owner (Angela's mother) was super sweet! The decorations are super cute and authentic. If you're looking for great Chinese-American cuisine with an elevated twist and an amazing ambiance, I highly recommend giving Songbird a try!

Glad to revisit a place after a while to find they are still as good as they used to be. Jason…read moreknows his craft, makes on point recommendations, food remains fantastic, ambience is warm and inviting. Vesper Martini 6/5-hard to find such a clean, crisp, yet bright Martini. Midnight Sun 5/5-exactly as described Old Fashioned--reminiscent of a Clouseau Dan Dan Noodles--5/5 Harvest Sushi-4/5

I stumbled upon Mama's Taste completely by accident while checking out a nearby cafe, and I am so…read moreglad I did. It turned out t be a fantastic random find that pleasantly surprised us! Since I have a pretty low spice tolerance, I was a little nervous ordering dishes like Mapo Tofu and Spicy Work Wontons. However, the kiosk ordering system made it easy, and we were able to request everything to be prepared mild. Both dishes were so delicious! The service here is quick and friendly. A worker even brough water directly to our table, which was so thoughtful. The restaurant has plenty of indoor seating if you want to dine in. I noticed a steady of stream of people coming in for takeout orders.

SOOOO TASTY!! My husband and I live in Miami, and it's so hard to find good Chinese food there…read more We were thrilled with the flavors and authenticity of Mama's Taste in Fairfax, VA. We ordered the egg drop soup, crispy beef (perfect texture with sweet sauce), and shrimp fried rice (so filling and delicious)! We will surely be back when we're in town, and can't wait to try their noodle dishes and wontons. Super delicious spot for takeout or sit down dining.

Had such a great dinner at Mama Chang with my family! We ordered a bunch of different dishes, and…read morehonestly, everything was so delicious and flavorful. There wasn't a single dish we didn't enjoy! My family and I really loved the food here. The vibes were also great, such a nice place to hang out, catch up, and enjoy a meal together. Our server was friendly, attentive, and made sure we were well taken care of throughout the evening. Overall, we had a wonderful experience and would definitely come back again!

Mama Chang is the perfect place for a group dinner. Come hungry, order a bunch of dishes to share,…read moreand you'll still leave with plenty of leftovers. Our group of five sampled a great variety from the menu, including the Hot & Numbing Tofu Skin, Crab Roe Soup Dumplings, Cucumber Salad, Lettuce Wraps, Cumin Fish, Stir-Fried Beef Tenderloin, Crispy Pork Ribs with Scallion Crisps and Mixed Grain & Purple Rice, Stir-Fried Beef with Chilies, and Kung Pao Chicken with white rice. The standout for me was the cumin fish. It was fried perfectly--crispy without being greasy--and the cumin added great flavor without overpowering the dish. The crispy pork ribs lived up to their name and had a nice kick of spice. The cucumber salad packed a serious garlic punch, which I really enjoyed. The Hot & Numbing Tofu Skin was something completely different from what I expected. It's sliced into long ribbons that resemble noodles or pasta. The flavor was excellent, although the texture took some getting used to. The only dish that fell a little short was the stir-fried beef tenderloin, which could have used a bit more seasoning. Everything else was delicious. The portions are enormous. At first the prices seemed a little high, but once the food arrived it made perfect sense. Every entrée was easily enough for two meals. One thing to keep in mind is that rice is ordered separately and isn't included with the entrées. Service was excellent throughout our meal. We arrived for lunch and didn't realize they close between lunch and dinner (lunch is served from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.). We ended up staying until about 2:45, and the staff never made us feel rushed even though they had technically closed. They greeted us promptly, took our drink orders, and gave us plenty of time to look over the menu without hovering. The restaurant is tucked away on the ground floor of an office building, so it's easy to drive right past if you aren't looking for it. Parking was plentiful, and the oversized booths comfortably fit all five of us without feeling cramped. If you're dining with a group and want to sample a variety of authentic dishes, Mama Chang is definitely worth the visit.

Food was excellent! Fast and's friendly service. Excellent! The sweet and sour chicken and orange…read morechicken were yummy. Egg rolls are a must!

Chan's Kitchen serves Chinese food. It is a small storefront, so plan on taking your meal home to…read moreenjoy. Chans Kitchen has a variety of options, so everyone can find their own favorite. Service was good. Our food was ready to go when we arrived. We ordered shrimp with lobster sauce, wonton soup, pork dumplings, Kung pao chicken, and Mongolian beef. Everything was delicious and portions were generous. The food was packed well and everything was hot when we arrived home. We would definitely recommend their food.

My husband and I love coming here when we're craving dumpkings. You really can't go wrong with the…read moremenu, but our favorites are the spicy oil pork wontons, pan friend chive and pork dumplings, steamed crystal shrimp dumplings, and the pork soup dumplings. We always order the cucumber with garlic sauce as an appetizer. It's refreshing and crisp and really complements the richness of the dumplings perfectly! The service is fast and the staff is always warm and friendly. Finding parking is also very easy. Highly recommend if you're in the mood for dumplings and noodles.

One of my favorite places to eat. I got the rainbow dumplings as well as the noodles with scallion…read moreoil and chicken. Didn't expect much but exceeded my expectations. The noodles were top tier. It was chewy and had the right amount of flavor without overwhelming too much. Dumplings were great and we were able to try a variety all at the same time. Overall, service was great and clean. We got our food quickly and lots of seats available. Would recommend.

Hidden gem! A nice sit down restaurant with lunch specials and even happy hour drinks! Pleasantly…read morequiet with good service. Was pleased with the little appetite openers (pickled radish and peanuts) while waiting. Authentic and tasty, though I think they made it less spicy for us So

Chef Yan delivered the kind of meal that makes a celebration feel even more special. We started…read morewith the xiao long bao, which came out steaming hot with delicate wrappers and a rich, savory broth inside. Every bite had that perfect balance of soup, pork filling, and ginger-vinegar flavor that makes xlb so satisfying. The sizzling beef was easily one of the standouts of the night. It arrived still crackling on the plate, tender and packed with smoky, slightly sweet flavor. The tofu shrimp dish was another surprise favorite -- light but comforting, with silky tofu and perfectly cooked shrimp that paired really well together. For something more classic, the chicken and string beans hit the mark. The chicken was juicy, the string beans stayed crisp, and the garlic sauce tied everything together without overpowering the dish. To top it all off, the restaurant brought out dessert for my brother's birthday, which made the night feel extra thoughtful and memorable. Between the food, generous portions, and warm atmosphere, Chef Yan turned a simple dinner into a great celebration meal. Definitely a spot worth coming back to.

The best authentic Chinese food I've had in years!…read more As we walked in, the decor was minimal, clean, cozy, and welcoming. We were promptly greeted and invited to seat ourselves wherever we liked; they were very kind and it felt like I was visiting family. Everything we ordered was amazing. The last authentic Chinese meal that could compare was probably in Taiwan many years ago. We ordered the shredded pork (with peppers, which gave it a nice kick), wonton soup (flavorful and clean), mapo tofu (so much flavor - especially the sauce), water spinach, and pan-fried mini pork buns. Service was wonderful from start to finish. They even packed up our leftovers for us. I definitely plan to bring my family here the next time they visit Virginia, as they are huge foodies when it comes to authentic Chinese cuisine.

I love this place. Excellent food, reasonable prices, and friendly staff. More a to-go experience…read morethan dine-in, but that's fine by me. (The dining room is very austere.) Love the fact that there are authentic recipes on the menu. My only suggestion: I'd love to see a few more American-Chinese staples, like shrimp with lobster sauce. That said, great place for quality Chinese food.

If you're looking for outstanding Asian food, this place is absolutely worth seeking out. The…read morelocation is a little tucked away, but the food more than makes up for it. The portions are incredibly generous, and every dish we tried was delicious. The drunken noodles were packed with flavor, the fried rice was perfectly cooked, the Tso's chicken was excellent, and the steamed fish was fresh and beautifully prepared. The highlight of the meal was the spectacular tableside Flambé dessert--it was both delicious and a fun experience. The service was exceptional. Our waitress was incredibly sweet, attentive, and made sure we were well taken care of throughout the meal. The owners were also warm and welcoming, adding to the wonderful dining experience. And don't skip the beer--it was fantastic! Great food, generous portions, outstanding hospitality, and excellent value. We'll definitely be back.

I saw this place named on some guy's list of best restaurants in NOVA. We only ordered 4 dishes so…read moreI can't speak for the rest of the menu. But what we did get was pretty darn good (if a bit pricey)! The style is much more authentic, so if you're looking for something like Hunan Cafe (Greenbriar), or that NOVA institution China King, this is different. Is it better? For the most part, yes. (But I still crave that Americanized sweet, spicy, glazey brown sauce that comes in slight variations in so many dishes). I had the hot and sour soup, Szechuan spicy fried eggplant sticks, Taiwanese rice noodles with fried tofu, and the Chengdu twice cooked pork. Everything was excellent, except....the hot and sour soup. Honestly, Hunan Cafe and China King beat the pants off this place's hot and sour soup. Here, it was a bit too sweet. It had some red chilies in it, but I could not detect much white pepper. And it's a vegetarian version, so no small bits of chicken or pork. I'd skip this the next time I order from here. But the other dishes... amazing! The noodles were light-tasting but still delicious. The eggplant was garnished with cilantro, garlic, salt, and red chili sauce. The twice cooked pork was sauteed with sliced leeks and the same red chili sauce. I think that's the fresh, zingy, spice flavor profile I like that can't be found at Americanized Chinese restaurants. Sure, China King has its place and I'll still go back there when I'm close (RIP China King Fair Lakes and Herndon). And admittedly, I go to that awful Panda chain occasionally because I never learn. The unfortunate thing is, I'll more likely go to these places than Cheng's because of the price. The pork dish was $21 and the noodle dish was $19. My total bill came to $60 before tax and tip. If I need to stuff my face with a Chinese umami bomb fast, I'm probably going to the other places for $15-30. I do want to try the rest of the menu at Cheng's, but it's going to be a drawn-out process for the sake of my wallet. I'd be remiss if I didn't include a comment from my dining partner. She compared the quality and taste of the food at Cheng's to Peter Chang's (either Peter Chang's-Herndon, or Mama Chang Fairfax). A high compliment. But she said the value is better at those places' AYCE options than what we got at Cheng's, and I agree. If you've been to none of these places, you have to try them all at least once.

I've never heard of this place before, but I was in the area and was looking for food options…read morenearby. This shopping center is only a skip away from Mosiac District. My husband got the bone broth and I had the golden hot and sour broth. Delicious! I was so thrilled with our choices. The golden hot and sour broth was thankfully not too spicy. I enjoyed the different toppings in the soup. At the table, they had black vinegar, soy sauce, and chili sauce for you to enjoy wirh your bowl. The restaurant is very clean and I appreciated there was no loud music playing. In terms of service, we got seated and received our food quickly. A satisfying first visit!

This is my first time in this location and I believe these are franchises. The one that I went to…read morebefore was in NY. The soup and food are good here but maybe a few things to note. I was hoping for the shabu shabu experience where the ingredients were brought out for me to put in myself. At this location my food and others came in the stone pot already mixed and cooked. I guess if you were looking for "activity" I was, this was different. I don't know if we were supposed to specifically asked specifically and if it's available. We also tried the pumpkin cake which was good and chewy!!

Space is small but well kept and clean. Can't complain about the service and most importantly, the…read morefood is top tier. It comes out piping hot and flavors don't disappoint. You can order with an employee or the self checkout kiosk. Highly recommend the Dry Fried Cumin Fish if you are an experience spicy eater.

Yeah for google translate!!! I ordered on their kiosk.... Ohhhh ohhh chef comes out and no one…read morehere speaks English.... They wanted me to order on the kiosk which we did.... Figured out the order didn't print .... We used google translate to understand each other which worked great... I couldn't spell as I typed so added that in translate... had a good chuckle ... Time to try their new spicy fish!!!!! Yummmmmmm Will update this review after lunch!