A great dinner experience. The sushi is terrific. I especially liked the otoro nigiri and the…read moregarlic butter miso scallop. Yet even better was the service. Nicole was fabulous! A superstar who explained the menu to me and was polite, friendly, and quick throughout the meal, she is also stunningly beautiful. I highly recommend Yume Sushi.

We walked in without a reservation. She said we could have a regular table (not high top or bar)…read morebut would need to leave by a certain time. We agreed. We started with the emerald Wave cocktail. Sashimi was a good mix and everything was fresh. Salmon roll was delicious. My friend's lobster roll was something I wouldn't order but loved it.

A perfect day in Falls Church for me would be: 1) Grabbing…read morea latte at Rare Bird 2) Strolling around the toy and children consignment store next door 3) Stretching my legs at Cherry Hill park 4) Picking up some fresh produce at the farmer's market 5) Hopping over to Koi Koi Sushi for a big old sushi boat! Their bento boxes are one of the best deals in town, and they have the sweetest, kindest servers. Get the Las Vegas Roll, Dynamite Scallop Roll, and Crab Salad Roll. My kiddos love their teriyaki salmon. Their proximity to Sweet Frog makes this a favorite in our family.

I've been here before in person years ago and remember falling in love with the roll of torch and…read moreone day I just couldn't get my mind off of what I remembered it tasting like so I decided to have it door dashed to me. I got the roll of torch and salmon belly sashimi. Sushi is delicious and flavorful. Prices are kinda up there. The roll of torch is nearly $17. For the roll of torch specifically, i'm not sure if they still "torch" the roll but it did not taste torched nor look like their menu photos.

I just tried this place for the first time and I'm so glad that I did! It's sort of a hole in the…read morewall place but it was super packed and they stayed open past 2pm because it was a holiday. I love that they still serve salad and miso soup with your order. I got the combo roll lunch special and it was definite worth it in my opinion. We did get the wrong order for one of the rolls (originally wanted the spicy scallop) but they made it for us after we let them know. The spicy scallop is to die for. Definitely coming back for that

High quality sushi falls into two tiers: there's the Morimoto/Nobu omakase experiences and then…read morethere's the high quality neighborhood joints with regulars and Takumi and perhaps Yume Sushi falls into the latter in the Falls Church area. If I were to compare them with clothing brands, the top tier restaurants would be akin to Hermès: impeccable, yes, but you're refinancing your apartment just to sit at the counter. Takumi is Ted Baker: genuinely refined, quietly stylish, and doesn't require a second mortgage to appreciate. The fish is flown in fresh daily. There is no cream cheese within a 50-foot radius of this kitchen. No yum yum sauce. No roll named after a questionable life decision. Just pristine fish doing pristine fish things. The menu is tight -- bento boxes, focused apps, nothing that needs a paragraph of explanation. The fried oysters and squid tentacles are mandatory. Non-negotiable. Do not test me on this. Then the subtle flex begins: yuzu, truffle, shiso placed with quiet confidence, mango puree that sounds wrong and tastes right, an Old Bay finish that would make Maryland weep with pride, and a Kalamata olive that has absolutely zero business being this good on a sushi menu -- and yet. This is a kitchen that knows exactly what it's doing and doesn't need your validation. For top tier sushi in Falls Church, go with Takumi if you skew towards traditional, go to Yume if you prefer modern more creative options.

This is one of my favourite restaurants. I've been going here since I was a teenager…read more It has a charm that larger chains do not.

For my son's birthday, he originally wanted to order from a different restaurant but they don't…read moreopen on Sunday, so we tried this one. It's a cute restaurant. We ordered the sushi sashimi platter with 57 pieces and a side order of salmon roe sushi, sweet shrimp and a Christmas roll. I am impressed with the sweet shrimp sushi, it's very fresh and cane with fried shrimp head! Not many restaurants do that any more! The sushi and sashimi pieces were also tasty.

Sushi Zen is a family favorite. My daughter's go to order is always the shrimp shumai, and my other…read moredaughter sticks with the sweet potato roll and avocado roll. Reliable picks every time. For me, it's the fireworks roll and the seared salmon belly. Both consistently excellent. And the hot sake always hits, even on a warm day. We also love Divine, who works there and always makes us feel welcome. Always smiling, always a delight, she's a big part of why we keep coming back.

Holy fish ("holy cow" seems inapplicable)!How have I never reviewed Sushi Zen before? This has been…read moreour neighbor go-to sushi place for years! But convenience is not the only reason we go. Tonight was probably our 20th visit... Their sushi is, without exception, always the best, and the freshest we have ever had in the area! Additionally, this is a locally owned and operated business that really cares about the community. How many Arlington restaurants have an AFAC donation box in their vestibule? Their connection to Arlington amplifies their value as a local business with delicious food. Among our favorites are the scallop sushi -- and even the simplest thing, their miso soup, is fabulous! Great for catering too! (We get a 150-piece platter for our holiday party every year!)

We get Kyuramen regularly for takeout and it's my son's favorite ramen spot! There's parking in the…read moregarage behind the store if you want to eat in. We usually get the spicy Tonkotsu ramen and edamame. Good flavor, big portion, and overall always a hit. The chicken curry is also pretty decent. It's our favorite ramen spot in Nova, highly recommend Kyuramen!

Beautiful space and a fun dining experience, but the ramen itself was a little underwhelming for…read morethe price. We were seated right away in one of the upstairs honeycomb booths for two, which honestly made the whole visit feel unique and memorable. The interior is super modern, clean, and thoughtfully designed, and the atmosphere felt very similar to the Kyuramen location in Orlando, FL. The ramen gets the job done, but the broth lacked a little depth and richness, even after adding the table seasonings. At nearly $18 a bowl, I expected a bit more flavor-wise. The pork belly was definitely the standout though, tender. Also appreciated the free 2-hour parking garage next door (they will validate it) which made visiting really convenient and fast.

Great news--Padaek is now open on Sundays! I stopped by today, September 6, for their very first…read moreSunday opening and had another wonderful meal. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. We especially enjoyed the crispy rice salad, papaya salad, and grilled meats. The dishes had the bold, authentic Lao flavors that Padaek is known for, and the portions were perfect for sharing. Since Sunday hours are brand new, not many people seem to know about them yet. If you're looking for delicious Lao food this weekend, come support this wonderful local restaurant. I'm very happy that we can now enjoy Padaek seven days a week!

I personally prefer their Laotian food over their Thai food, although there aren't as many Lao…read moreoptions. Their Thai food's just alright for me. Naem Khao Thadaeu - Crispy coconut rice salad with peanuts, lime, cilantro, scallions, and chili, served with green lettuce wraps. Easily the best thing on the menu. It's a bit pricey for something that's basically all carbs, but it's very well made. Paa Tod - Crispy fish with spicy chili-lime sauce, lemongrass, mint, dill, cilantro, onion, and tomato. I can see how the seasoning might taste unique to some people, but as a fellow Southeast Asian, I thought it's just alright. I know their buffet was discontinued for a while and only recently restarted. I'm excited that it's back because for me,. it's the best thing about this place back then.

The appetizers we ordered were pretty good, but we were disappointed in the small portion sizes of…read morethe mains (i.e. shaking beef, soft shell crab). The staff is hands off and took a while to come by for us to order. There are a few smoky dishes, and when neighboring tables ordered them, the smoke filled up the whole restaurant, which too pleasant. I ordered the pho which was $16 and okay.

Super delicious. Smoky petal one of my favorite dishes. I love all the bizarre dish names. Good…read moreparking in the lot. Clean nice space with helpful people. Weird that they charge you after your first free refill for iced tea but to each their own I guess.

Amazing service and food. Definitely coming back again. Food was very tasty and fresh.read more

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!

IMO this is best Poke place around and the ingredients are fresh and plentiful…read more THE DEETS They are a part of Happy Endings Hospitality which also owns Roll Play, Teas'n You, Chasin' Tails, Asian Kitchen, & Nue. Gotta love the names and Lei'd Island Kitchen's playful motto is "It's a great day when you get Lei'd!" Now who doesn't agree with that lol. You can dine in, order to go and pick up, or you can order delivery. They also offer catering. FOOD They have poke bowls, hot bowls, island rolls, and hand rolls (sushi). For the build your own bowls, you choose your portion size, your base, and your protein otherwise you can choose from one of the many traditional predetermined ingredients bowls and you can still specialize it. They also have sides like taro or tortilla chips with avocado smash, shrimp tempura, and macaroni salad. I got a wild caught tuna build your own bowl over rice. Delish! NUTRITIONAL INFO The fish is cut fresh daily. They offer seasonal flavors, have in-house made sauces, no seed oil, 90% gluten-free and there's an allergen sheet for those that need it. They offer a loyalty program and you can also join their mailing list. In the DMV area they only have one location in Tysons corner/Vienna, VA. As always, peeps support your local small biz and aloha baby! Cheers.

I was excited to go here after a soccer game brought us to the area, but no score here sadly (pun…read moreintended). The place is a cute casual decor. My make your own bowl was okay. I had salmon, edamame, corn, cucumber salad, ginger and eel sauce. It had a little too much ginger but that is easy to fix. A step below my usual bowls for a couple dollars more. Husband ordered the Koji chicken bowl and it was surprisingly small. It seemed like a weak version of a chicken teriyaki bowl. Daughter ordered the kare-kare brisket bowl and it was terrible. We really should have said something or tried to switch it out because she basically picked at it and left hungry. The brisket was dry and tough and it has something else that was like mush. They also charge a 3% credit card fee, which I get is becoming more standard. Overall, it was probably a 2 star visit for us, but I think it is likely better than that most times.