BengBeng Grill &amp; Chicken

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This was pretty solid food court fare!! I got the beng beng spicy honey chicken. It was good! The rice was fine and the salad was fine. It filled me up and it wasn't too bad. I can't ask for much more out of a food court! read more

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10 months ago

$15 hot me a few pieces of chicken, crunchy rice and a handful of lettuce. It was so bad I took it back. To their credit they refunded me but seriously this was gross. read more

BengBeng Grill & Chicken - Chicken with crunchy rice and lettuce. Wtf? - Korean Near Me - McLean, Virginia

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Makale G.

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Worst absolute service from the Spanish speaking girl behind the counter with the long curly hair. Here on 10/11/2025 @ 3:41pm and her attitude was absolutely horrific. As if she would rather we leave than be bothered to even service my wife and daughter. Rarely do I post bad reviews check my profile if you don't believe. But this person deserves to know what's it's like to be on the other side. I will contact the owners and I'm certain this isn't the first time it's happened. I love this mall and its food court. But from now on everyone avoid this place it's not worth it for a single (Kate C.)moment that's shes working here on weekends. The picture also represents what they say they offer but what's actually being served. The old bait and switch. I returned to ask for my tomatoes. But decided to only ask for extra spicy mayo dressing and that's when she unloaded all this attitude. I wouldn't return here if she was gone and they paid me to eat here. read more

BengBeng Grill & Chicken - What they show you and what you actually get. Old bait. And switch. - Korean Near Me - McLean, Virginia

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Eva G.

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Unfortunately I learned I can't expect too much from a food court establishment. I wanted to check out this place cause it had an interesting name. I was asking about some menu options but the cashier didn't seem like they wanted to answer my questions or talk to me . Kind of frustrating. Maybe it was a language barrier, but I was just asking their opinion what they liked better... Anyway, regardless I still ordered the following... *Grilled Shrimp Dosirak -I chose spicy sauce over shrimp, dumplings, salad, japchae (Korean glass noodles) and rice. *Bulgogi Bapbowl -Korean style marinated rib-eye steak and grilled onion on rice, served with salad The spice was good on the shrimp. The bulgogi was good too. The rice accompaniment for both dishes I think is a must! lol Decent food. read more

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Alice J.

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Standard mall food but at least some welcome variety beyond just pizzas and burgers. BengBeng serves Korean style bento boxes (nothing fancy; not appetizingly presented; but tasty) and bibimbap (nicely presented). Basically, bibimbap comes with rice underneath; nice cucumber and pickled radish, carrot, purple cabbage, ground beef, fresh lettuce, and an egg sunny-side up. With gochujeong on the side. Very noisy here due to the overall low ceiling of the food court. read more

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Tina C.

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Korean place located in the Tyson's Corner food court. Ordered their signature dish, the BengBeng chicken rice bowl, which came with fried chicken atop rice and lettuce. Had my chicken in the soy garlic flavor with spicy mayo dressing. Really generous portion size. Tasted like Korean fried chicken without the bones. Great quick bite while shopping! read more

BengBeng Grill & Chicken - Bengbeng Chicken Rice Bowl - Korean Near Me - McLean, Virginia

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Therese V.

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11 months ago

Aunthentic Korean food! Soy garlic flavor is the safest option if you're not big into spicy. They serve big chunks of meat and the sauce they put is just right. If you order the plain ones, dip it in their white sauce and you're all set! They also have a huge portion on their Beef bulgogi! Good quality meat and very good flavor! This is a good spot if you're craving Korean while at the mall! read more

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Sammue Y.

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Great food, specially the korean chicken bites and noodle! and really friendly owner. Everything was fresh and well-made. You can tell they care about what they do. I'll definitely be back. read more

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James W.

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If you're looking for a well-balanced hearty meal, this is not the place to go. But for a restaurant inside of a food court. It's not half-decent. Their fried chicken is good; however, their portion sizes for the price could be improved. I thought the staff were kind and the location decent (especially given that it's inside of a mall). read more

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Nina D.

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Food was good! We needed something quick and was craving chicken, so I got the soy garlic chicken with fries, radish and rice. All were good. The chicken you can tell wasn't processed but had that sweet taste to it. Girl taking order was nice but just hard to understand because of language barrier. Looked like the place was busy but orders went out fast. Typical restaurant in the food court. Just wish they provided napkins because we definitely needed them. Clean and modern with monitor menus. read more

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Carl G.

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Gonna be honest - their beng beng chicken was a 10/10 for mall food. The chicken was super crispy despite being coated in a tangy, spicy teriyaki sauce. read more

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Kennedy W.

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The Korean lady with the short yellow hair has zero tolerance for elderly people and customer service. And then they want you to tip them. Bento Box better deal and food y far. read more

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Diana K.

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Beng beng chicken never disappoints, I went there during what seemed like a rush for them and then my food came out looking good and tasting good! Get #4 if you're indecisive like me. read more

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Adventure E.

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# 1 Soy and garlic chicken. I was craving for BonChon chicken wings soy and garlic and thought this will be close enough. Omg! Soy and garlic chicken is terrible and such a disgrace to Korean Chicken Wings. I cant believe I paid almost $20 for some nasty chicken and some white rice on aside that I only took literally 2 bites from before I ditched it in trash! I feel like I was being robbed out of my cash!!! read more

BengBeng Grill & Chicken - I was being robbed out of my cash!!! - Korean Near Me - McLean, Virginia

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Joshua L.

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Tasty and good service! BengBeng chicken with spicy mayo. Great value and portion size as well. Very filling

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Stefan S.

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Good for what you got. I probably would have increased it to 4 stars if the cashier taking my order had listened to me about not putting dressing on the salad, but the fact that she didn't and I had to scrape out the salad drenched in dressing did not make me happy. I probably should have taken it back and remade it, but it was late, and I was hungry. The bulgogi beef and spicy shrimp were good, and the rice was bland, and there was no sauce over the beef or shrimp to add to and flavor the rice. Again it was good for what I got, not outstanding, and it was mall food court food. I probably would try something else the next time I am at that food court. Listening to the customer might have changed my mind. read more

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Elijah K.

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Chicken bites are so good and crispy, and the bulgogi was perfectly flavored. Great balance of flavors!

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Mahalia C.

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Fast food chicken bites with yummy flavor. Fries are tasty, but I prefer my crispier. One of the better places to eat at the food court. read more

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Robert M.

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3 years ago

I order a number 5 and asked for extra chicken but the girl at the register said they don't do extra chicken. I tried to explain it to her that on the website it shows I can add extra chicken and I don't care if it is spicy, grilled, or fried. I just want extra chicken! She said she can't and to order the number 8 which is grilled chicken. I gave up because I couldn't understand her. read more

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Dee D.

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This was decent for mall food. I feel like for the price point, it could have been better quality meat used. The shrimp were small. It was seasoned well. I enjoyed it. read more

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Jessica E.

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Wanted to grab a quick dinner and walked around the upstairs food court since we hardly come up here. Stumbled on this place and wanted to give it a try since it seemed really new and Korean chicken! Chicken Bites: Honey Spicy - ordered this for my meal. The small size was already $9.99. This was the last thing to finish and come out, & when I sat down to take a bite, it seemed as if it was sitting out for awhile. There was no crunch to it and it was about room temperature. I was expecting it to come out hot and crunchy considering we waited a little bit for it. The flavor is mediocre. It has a hint of spiciness. It also comes with a small side of pickled radish or coleslaw. Japchae side: this is the saddest japchae I've ever had. It's almost shameful to even call it japchae. It's bland glass noodles with carrots, onions, and spinach. And it's $7!!!!!! This is one of those items that should be complimentary. Bulgogi Bowl: First off, this bowl was $13. The meat was dry and bland. It comes with some rice and lettuce. Definitely not worth the money. Overall, way overpriced and really not impressed with the food. Save your money and take it to Bonchon. read more

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Darrell L.

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My high school age son likes this spot and it was his go-to pre-covid when hitting the mall with his friends. We are at the mall and he wants the Korean Fried Chicken so I'm lazy and don't feel like going elsewhere. He orders the soy glazed and I decide on the Bulgogi Bibimbap. First thing you'll notice is this place does not have typical mall eatery prices. $14 for the chicken bites with salad and rice and $15 for the bibimbap. Ordered a medium coke for $2.55 and it's $30 for lunch. The food is pretty good and seems to be a notch above the standard mall fare so can probably justify the higher prices. Bibimbap has a nice variety of veggies and sweet/salty bugogi topped with an egg. Other comments.. We waited 20-25 minutes for our food. The folks behind the counter said they had to prep a new batch of chicken which caused the extended wait. Suggestion-please let customers know if their food will take almost 30 minutes to prep (esp at the food court). To top things off my bibimbap was sitting on the counter for 15 minutes and they could have given my dish to me while it was still hot. Poor execution on their part... Decent food, high prices, mediocre service...probably will not be back as there are other better options at the mall... read more

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Jaycee T.

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The man that took our order was so kind and polite. His name was John. The place was clean and he explained stuff to us when we didn't know what to get. All the while the five guys next door was blasting music and yelling. Gross. Our food was amazing. We got bulgogi, rice, shrimp, garlic soy chicken and fries. Sooo good. read more

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Adrienne P.

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I wish Yelp would allow zero stars. Terrible, unfriendly customer service. The food is mediocre and over-priced. Everything has gone down significantly since COVID. The chicken katsu is often over cooked. There are so many options in the mall. I regret ordering dinner from Beng Beng. read more

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May W.

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I love their sweet spicy chicken. It is really good. Also their japchae is really tasty. My favourite place in Tyson's corner centre.

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Mark S.

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Located in the mall. The chicken was tender and juicy but I wish it had more of a kick to it for a handful of bite sized pieces and some rice with a drink, it was almost $20. Kind of expensive for lunch. I understand that rent is high in the mall so maybe that is why they charge so much. It was good but I'll probably get something else when I'm in the mall next time. read more

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Tee L.

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We had bulgogi bibimbop here and it was pretty good. It was difficult to mix within the plastic container it came in... but nonetheless this is much better option than other mall food. Vegetables were fresh and bulgogi was seasoned very well. Fried egg was overcooked but overall pretty good lunch. read more

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Jina S.

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Delicious and tasty! Came here for lunch with a friend and got the soy garlic chicken plate with rice and salad. Rice and salad are basic, but the chicken was cooked so nicely with good texture and flavors. Also ordered fries to share, and they were crispy AF. Some kind of special batter around it, wish I also got some extra sauces for dipping. Their homemade ginger drink was also super tasty. Can't believe I haven't tried this place before, but lucky to have discovered it! (Right across the AMC Theater entrance in the mall with the food courts.) read more

BengBeng Grill & Chicken - Soy garlic chicken plate. Fries! - Korean Near Me - McLean, Virginia

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Joe F.

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Best Korean fried chicken happens to be at Tysons mall food court. Better than chi mc and others much pricier. I

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Marisol D.

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Delicious!! For mall food this was a really good choice. I ordered the soy garlic chicken and it was great!!! Crunchy and sticky but very good. For the price you do get a bunch of chicken my boyfriend and I shared it and still couldn't finish eat. read more

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ChungTing H.

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Came back again for their chicken bite. This time I also try their Bengbeng shrimp bapbowl. I really love their food a lot. They cook their food right away, it is really crispy and delicious. Great customer service! Probably going to try something new again next time. read more

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Juwan R.

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Great lunch meals. In and out fast, and the food was very good for a food court spot.

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Eric L.

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I cant stop writing about this place. My visits to this place just keep getting better. I met a friendly good looking handsome asian young man at the counter who was really enthusiastic. Really made me feel welcomed and helped me order the right things. Best way to order is to order all the items individually and avoid the combo. More bengbeng for your buck. See what I did there? And last comment... did I mention how good looking the guy was? If your thirsty you should visit ;) read more

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Thuy V.

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Tried a sample at the Tysons mall eatery. They are fried chicken bites that are Korean fried chicken style. The spicy garlic was good but I ended up with the soy garlic due to daughter, but wish I just got the spicy. I also got an order of the fries which were battered and made to order. They were really good. Both were a larger portion than expected! Overall pleased for mall eatery food and a big portion for the price. read more

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Yeonok K.

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Haven't had quality mall food in a while. Chicken is perfectly fried and their shrimp and bulgogi combo meal is tasty. Salad dressing is very good too. I would buy their sauces if they I could. With their price, food quality and portion, it's a 10/10. read more

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Gina K.

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Love their chicken! Super juicy and fresh, unlike other food court dishes. And their sauce is bomb! Wish I lived closer to the mall- I could literally eat this every day. read more

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Samantha L.

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Stopped by Tyson's for some shopping and got hungry (as always). Decided to check out the food court and found this little new Korean spot. I got the small spicy chicken for about $10 and it is a LOT of chicken. It's boneless and very flavorful. It comes with coleslaw (which I did not get), but I wish it came with rice though because i could not eat it alone and had to order rice on the side. My boyfriend also wanted a side of kimchi and it was not worth it. They give you the smallest amount of kimchi and for the price, definitely not worth it. In the end, I'd definitely eat here again. For the $10 chicken and a side of rice- it'll feed both my boyfriend and I. (Need to save our money for the shopping haha) read more

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Morgan J.

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This was my first experience at BengBeng, I was doing some shopping with some friends and decided to try the chicken bites since it would be a snack before dinner. I ordered the Honey Spicy chicken bites with a side of the pickled radish. The chicken was a 7.5/10, as a snack you're given a good amount for $12.99 to split between friends. Crispy, really hot, and freshly sauced and seasoned, was a bit greasy and but it's fried chicken so what else would you expect. Also the volcano sauce and sweet and sour sauce were good but $2.00 is a high price point for a single serving of dipping sauce. The pickled radishes weren't good at all, tasted like it wasn't pickled for very long. I also tried my friend's fries and they were crispy and hot, lightly seasoned! My 3/5 is actually because the service was subpar, the cashier was curt and not very welcoming. read more

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1961 Chain Bridge Rd
Ste 7858E
McLean, VA 22102
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(703) 356-9090
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Hours

What time does BengBeng Grill & Chicken open?

BengBeng Grill & Chicken opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does BengBeng Grill & Chicken close?

BengBeng Grill & Chicken closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.BengBeng Grill & Chicken closes at 7:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 11:00 AM - 9:00 PMSun 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

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Does BengBeng Grill & Chicken take credit cards?

Yes, BengBeng Grill & Chicken takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does BengBeng Grill & Chicken have a happy hour?

No, BengBeng Grill & Chicken does not have a happy hour.

Does BengBeng Grill & Chicken serve alcohol?

Yes, BengBeng Grill & Chicken serves alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does BengBeng Grill & Chicken have TVs?

Yes, BengBeng Grill & Chicken has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does BengBeng Grill & Chicken have parking?

Yes, BengBeng Grill & Chicken has parking options.

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Does BengBeng Grill & Chicken have free WiFi?

Yes, BengBeng Grill & Chicken has free WiFi.

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History

Established in 2018.

9.13.2018 opened

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3.9(1k reviews)

2.7 mi

I will give 5 stars for the days of yore. For the sake cups…read moreraised And nights at the sushi bar. I will say a toast for the freshest fish And for the stories of the days When the chef reeled them in I will wave my chopsticks For the long-time locals lined up On their nights, they were nice enough I will raise an Ichiban For my servers working hard And for the nights ushered in To the back sushi bar I figured a sea shanty for one of my all-time favorite sushi restaurants was in order. Because you know, they are serving raw fish and those fish are caught by fishermen. If you love sushi, I'm fairly certain you cannot go wrong at Tachibana McLean. It's hard to believe the years I spent here might have been a part of the glory days at Tachibana. When they lost their Itamae and were weathered by covid lockdowns, I think the pace of service changed. But the quality of food never has and I've enjoyed every meal here before and since. This is a classic sushi restaurant so you will not get any sort of innovative fusion rolls here. What you will get is a strict adherence to old school tradition and a focus on quality that is worth a visit. It's hard to say favorite dishes because there are so many delicious choices here. If you are sitting at the main sushi bar, you first may enjoy a free gift of whatever the Ittamae is featuring. If you like that fish, then order more of it. For sushi and sashimi, get what you enjoy here because it's fresh and lovely. Do not miss the Philadelphia rolls here because they are extra creamy and the scallions make them a real delight. I also love the New York roll and the spicy tuna and spicy salmon rolls. Back in the day, my go-to was a spicy, crunchy salmon roll. This was always a special request but they humored me since I was a regular. I was also forever asking for a very thin slice of jalapeño in my tuna roll but you could only get that in the less-friendly and ambient sushi cafe down the street. Years later, times have changed and you can now order jalapeños, as well as tempura crumbs and spicy mayo on any roll. They have so many vegetarian rolls here, as well, so that is a whole experience if choose. You can order Japanese pickles, fermented soybean and scallion rolls, a plum and shiso roll, a gourd roll, a cucumber roll and an avocado roll. I so enjoy a big plate of veggie and shrimp tempura here. The tempura batter is not thick and just right. I also have very much liked the katsu's here: either crispy Berkshire pork loin or crispy chicken. It's an old familiar taste which you should not miss out on. The bento dinner boxes are also awesome. I usually get salmon, beef negimake, shrimp and veggie tempura, shumai dumplings and salmon sashimi. A delightful treat. The buckwheat noodles and udon soups are a bit plain and while they are classically good, i more enjoy the sushi. As for the cold sake, I recommend: the Shochikubai Nigori, the Junmai Ginjo and the cloudy pearl junmai if it's on hand. They also have Choya plum wine and a beer and wine list. You will love the green tea presentation in the gorgeous pottery, as well as that they are diligent on tea refills. Their desserts are nice but make sure you at least taste green tea ice cream once. You can get it here! It's not easy to find this at restaurants, even sushi restaurants, recently.

It had been a while since I came here after coming here a few times while growing up in McLean…read more Lots of famous people come by allegedly so I hoped the food would deliver. I went with a spicy scallop roll and the tonkotsku ramen. I'd recommend just sticking with sushi, which was awesome. Ramen was just average unfortunately. Service was also quite slow- we were waiting almost an hour for our food. It was very busy, to be fair.

Soft shell crab

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Large Sake

Hokkaido Ramen Santouka - Tysons Corner

4.2(465 reviews)

0.8 mi

As a family who lived in Japan, we can definitely reccomend this ramen spot as the most authentic…read moretasting we have had since moving back to the states! delicious and authentic tasting. Unless youve been to Japan, You havent had ramen until you've had this ramen!!!

Great food! Great environment! I love here and their food. I recommend to come here. Please come!read more

Takoyaki

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Shio ramen

Kusshi

4.4(368 reviews)

0.8 mi

•$$$

Solid sushi spot in Vienna. We ordered a bunch of items,…read morestarting off with the takoyaki and the gyoza. The takoyaki was really good, and the sauce went with it nicely. The gyoza was good as well but nothing special. We ordered several sushi rolls as well, along with salmon and yellowtail sashimi. I don't eat a ton of sushi/sashimi, but both tasted very fresh and were tasty. I ordered the kakuni donburi for my main, and it was also tasty. The only complaint I have is I wished it had more of the Japanese pickles. Service was solid, no complaints. The restaurant is very cute. At first glance it doesn't look like it has much seating, but there is an upstairs area as well with more seating. I would definitely come again!

I've worked at the neighboring Sushi restaurant across from this place. Sometime a month or two…read moreago, I got off of my shift and came inside this establishment. One of the taller workers who's sitting down on the table, scoots out aggressively, walks up to my face with his chest puffed out and stares me down with a "Can I help you sir!?". I didn't take it as a threat, but the ambiance within the room made it feel like I was unwanted in the establishment. I simply smiled, walked passed him and asked if I could look at the menu. I then order 1 Mochi piece. I find it a bit strange that a singular piece is 5 dollars but that's besides the point. The same server opens the refrigerator and pulls out the Mochi with his Bare Hands that I witnessed him use to eat his food and wipe his face before I walked into that door. I actually live in Japan and eat mochi regularly. There was nothing special about that Mochi in taste being 5 dollars. The entire strip where this is located is amazing, every establishment treats neighboring staff kindly, EXCEPT for this place. I've been to other Kusshi's and this is by far my least favorite one. I don't like to give out low reviews as this is my first ever one. But this is just improper etiquette.

Upstairs

Seared salmon nigiri

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Katsu curry - pork

Miyagi

3.6(369 reviews)

2.8 mi

Returned here 15 years later and the restaurant may now hold the title as best sushi restaurant in…read morethe US. The creamy garlic and baked scallop rolls are unmatched and the fish fresh. The spicy tofu is no longer complimentary but still available to order off the menu. I was happy to see some of the staff still there too.

Been hitting up Miyagi since 2013, and it still feels like home the moment the aunty (the owner)…read moreand uncle say hi. Sushi's reliably solid, and while other spots keep jacking up prices, Miyagi's still pretty wallet‑friendly. Just remember: it's a tiny, family‑run joint in McLean, so don't roll in expecting white‑tablecloth vibes or lightning‑fast service--there are only two folks out front (the old aunty and uncle) and two behind the sushi bar. I do miss the old sushi chef who always sent us off with a thank‑you. Also, RIP to the free salad and orange slices, but hey, costs are wild these days, so I get it.

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Wren

I'm from California, and this is my second time visiting WREN. Every time I'm in Virginia, I make…read moreit a point to stop by this restaurant. The service is exceptional, and the food is absolutely delicious. I'm particularly impressed with Chef Yo's elegant and thoughtfully prepared menu. Even on a Wednesday evening, the place is bustling with diners. I wholeheartedly recommend it--five stars!

Wow. Just amazing food and service team. We shared a lot of delicious food and really enjoyed our…read moretime there. If you're interested in great sushi go there

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Fahrenheit Asian

3.6(547 reviews)

2.8 mi

On my journey to find the best beef noodle soup, I stopped by this small mom and pop shop. A very…read moresmall place supposedly serving up some very authentic Chinese food. We started with the Scallion Pancakes which were a hearty portion and very thick - not your typical thin flaky pancakes you normally get. The hot pot was not my favorite and would definitely pass on this. The noodles however were pretty good. They had a good chewy texture with a flavorful broth that was too spicy. Definitely a family owned spot with their service doing their best to make sure you are taken care of. Funny enough, the mom was trying to wait tables while helping her son with homework. Loved that! Decent neighborhood spot. Apps: Scallion Pancake Entrees: Spicy Beef Noodle Soup and Beef Hot Pot

Their MAPO TOFU is Devine!!!!!! Definitely one the best in this area…read more I love their mapo tofu. The staff is funny and obviously hard workers.

Bubbling beef broth

Spicy beef broth

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Cute little mousse cake... almost too beautiful to eat... almost!

Lei'd Poke

Easy pick up if order on app, with all the toppings, easier to use than kiosk…read more I got 3 variations of salmon, they put the meat at the bottom of the bowl so make sure you mix it well! Theres a coupon now for a BOGO, which is great bc their bowls are expensive. The salmon was so fresh and I loved all the toppings. It's a huge bowl! So filling!

My new favorite Poké area! And it's a shame, I'm not even from the US. How can I be back for more?…read more My cousins heard that I am obsessed with poké so they took me to Lei'd because of all the good things they've experienced in this store. We each got the regular BYO Poké and they were all divine! I forgot what specifically I got but this bowl was a-ma-zing. I am crying by how good this tasted. I wish I could eat this every day. The place was also good. A lot of glass windows. It let the sunlight enter so well.