Songbird is an Asian Cafe & Bar located in Fairfax, VA. The restaurant makes comfor Chinese…read moreAmerican food and custom cocktails. They even have a disco ball ! Some of our favorites: *Lychee Pearl Cocktail *Sapporo *Sichuan Spicy Wontons *Disco Tots *Crab Rangoon *Mighty Spider Roll *Tiger Roll This restaurant provides fast service all around, from ordering to receiving drinks and food quickly after placing your order!

Ambiance: beautiful big bar with Asian decor. I'm not sure about the underwater guy in the front…read morethough. Service: quick service and good came out with little wait. Food: there was a blend of Chinese-American, sushi and Thai. I typically do not go to restaurants that have that many Asian cuisines on their menu because it looks confusing to me. I normally choose more 'authentic' style restaurants. I want to state that so my review doesn't seem too harsh. 2 of my friends and I shared the crab rangoons, Peking duck and broccoli. Crab Rangoon was average but I did appreciate the sauce wasn't the typical sweet chili sauce. Our main had great crispy skin but the duck was dry. I was disappointed since it was $69 so I was expecting it to be a lot better. The broccoli had great taste but u was surprised that it was American broccoli and not Chinese broccoli. I understand it's Chinese American but maybe I should have read the description a little better. My friends did love it. Overall - the food was ok. The service was great.

Great service at the bar! Conveniently located in the hotel we were staying in this past weekend…read more The bartender was very friendly and attentive. He knows how to make great drinks. Checking in on yelp comes with a 20% off food reward, or so we thought. When we attempted to redeem this coupon at breakfast the next day, the server said she never saw it before. She went to get a manager who said that it has nothing to do with them and we would have to check with the hotel to redeem the coupon. We didn't bother fighting them on the issue but why have a deal on your Yelp page if it won't be honored?! Oh well. There is plenty of seating and great people watching.

Overall, I would recommend this restaurant. My entree was amazing. I got the beef short rib with…read moremashed potatoes and veggies. The short rib was very tender. It definitely lacked seasoning though. I also got the flourless chocolate cake. I assumed the cake would be fluffy and airy. It was very hard and seemed frozen. I also got a glass of Rutherford Merlot. It was very delicious and the waitress gave me a heavy pour. The service was phenomenal. My waitress was so nice and attentive. The bar area wasn't busy and there's plenty of seating at the restaurant. The ambiance is laid back.

Daebal is my go-to pocha spot! The food is amazing. The music can be a little loud, but the vibes…read moreare fun and energetic. We've had great service every time we've gone and always enjoy trying different items on the menu. I highly recommend the vegetable pancake and the tofu with kimchi--those are my absolute favorites! My girlfriends and I also shared the 막소수 while enjoying our meal. I definitely recommend coming during early dinner because it fills up quickly, especially on weekends!

This place reminds me of my college years and it was enjoyable…read more Interior is cute and old, but clean. The owner is super kind, humorous, and absolutely helpful when selecting a menu. Food is amazingly good. I couldn't believe it at first, but every time I visit here and try new things, I am amazed by the taste and it's better than others. If you want to experience 90s Korean pop bars, then this is your stop. I plan on getting some soju bomb tonight.

A really beautiful restaurant with a large whiskey and wine selection and delicious foodread more

American restaurant with a large menu of slightly expensive but delicious food and drinks, but…read morewithout much of a vibe I came here on a Friday night for dinner with my fiance, and the place was pretty empty. The place's vibe seems to be somewhere between a local pizza shop and a rundown upscale restaurant. That said, our food was fantastic. Our waiter was very friendly, but it took a while for us to get our check. We also overheard the waiter for the table next to us ask them if they could pay their bill in cash, which seemed to be a strange request

Great place for food and drink! Staff are fantastic. The hush puppy quesadilla is amazing pretty…read moregood burgers as well.

Warm and welcoming. The owner, Josh, sees to it that you are treated well. This is a Fairfax jemread more

randomly stopped by Sedona Taphouse after being out all day and craving appetizers, and they did…read morenot disappoint. The Thai glazed wings were absolutely delicious and easily the highlight of the meal. The nachos were a close second and definitely worth ordering. The flatbread pizzas were just okay for me, but my husband really enjoyed the meat lovers version. We arrived during happy hour, which was perfect because we were able to order from the special drink menu. I had a French 75, and it was so good--light, refreshing, and well made. The only small hiccup was that it took about 10 minutes for a server to come to our table. However, once she did, everything went smoothly and she more than made up for the delay with great service. I'd definitely come back to enjoy their happy hour again and try more from the appetizer menu.

Only 2nd time going to this place and both times bad food or service…read more A guest had hair in her dessert and burger not cooked correctly. Manager took her meal off even though the whole table was grossed out by this. Husband ordered grilled chicken for $22 and got the smallest piece of chicken I have ever seen.

TL;DR: tasty Thai food with great service…read more This place changed ownership/rebranded over the past year, so we decided to give it a shot. Thank goodness we did, because it is our new go-to Thai place around us. The interior is cute; the menu is extensive but not crazy; and the portions are great. We have been here a few times, and the food is consistently good. Service is always super friendly and attentive. FOOD: ~Thai tea (4.5/5): flavorful and creamy with a great balance of sweetness ~Drunken noodle (4.5/5): usually get this with beef which can be hit or miss. The flavor of the drunken noodles is perfect though with good spice ~Pad see ew (5/5): probably the best pad see ew we have had in this area or anywhere ~Pad thai (4/5): we got it with shrimp which was cooked perfectly. We got this a little spicy, and it was very good ~Guai tiew kua gai (3.9/5): basically the same as pad see ew, but less sweet and with mushroom and green onion instead of broccoli. This one wasn't as flavorful in our opinion thought. ~Crispy pork belly (3/5): flavor was great but a bit too dry/chewy for our preference ~Jumbo Lump crab meat fried rice (5/5): tons of crab meat, seasoned well, and gets better the more you eat it This place is our new favorite Thai spot.

I based all my reviews on my expectations walking in. The best sushi I've ever picked up at a gas…read morestation is not gonna make the cut at Nobu. That said, northern Virginia has a very strong Asian population and influence and so I do expect quite a bit from a Thai restaurant. We have visited here several times. First time was just dropping by because we had a craving for some pad Thai. Should be easy. First of all the interior is beautiful. It's like a very homie dining room room with lots of character. There is a small bar offering full service beer and cocktails. I had a drink while I waited for my takeout and the takeout was ready so quickly that I barely got halfway through my drink. After being impressed, we came back for a full sitdown dinner, and ordered a dozen menu items taking plenty with us. Everything was amazing! If you are in or near Centerville, and are in the mood for great Thai cuisine in a very welcoming atmosphere. I recommend you give Jarern a try

Ocean Paradise is a must-visit, we are fortunate it's next to our neighborhood. Ocean Paradise…read moreabsolutely lives up to its name. A special shoutout to our server, Sandra, she was fantastic. We started with the bang bang shrimp--perfectly crispy with a delicious sweet heat that wasn't overpowering. Easily one of the best appetizers we've had. For my entrée, I had the twin lobster tails they were tender, buttery, and flawless. The seasonal vegetables were fresh and perfectly seasoned. My husband ordered the Connecticut lobster roll, which was loaded with generous chunks of lobster, lightly dressed, and served on a perfectly toasted roll with crispy fries. Simple, fresh, and absolutely delicious.

Ocean Paradise came to our attention when Yelp sent an email with restaurant suggestions. After…read morelooking over their menu, we decided to give it a try. It's in a newish shopping center, which, for us, had a bonus-- there is a Harris Teeter there. We needed to pick up some items, so we did before having dinner. We were here for an early dinner. Now that it's getting darker so early, we try to avoid driving after dark, when possible. Thus, we were here around 3 p.m. and were glad to see they were serving dinner at that time. To drink, I chose a mocktail called "What a lychee" which consists of "lychee, pineapple juice, club soda". It was garnished with a lychee. I did enjoy this drink. My husband had a non-alcoholic Stella Artois. Upon arrival, we were greeted and seated immediately. Having looked at the menu before arriving, we each knew what we wanted. I chose to try the "Blackened Pan Seared Yellow Fin Tuna" which (supposedly) consists of: "Topped with jumbo lump crab meat, sundried tomatoes, shiitake mushrooms, creamy lemon sauce served with rice." My husband chose the "Shrimp platter," which (supposedly) consists of: "crispy beer battered shrimp, coleslaw and chipotle sauce served with hand cut French fries." It took a while for our food to come out. As I was eating, it dawned on me that there was no crab meat or sundried tomatoes. Also, the sauce sure was a creamy lemon sauce. It was more like a miso-flavored sauce. Hard to say if the menu got changed, but no new menus were printed up to fix it. Or was it that the young man who cooked the food wasn't familiar with the entrees? Still, despite the discrepancies, I did like this dish, although it would have been even better if they had prepared it correctly. My husband noticed that there was no Chipotle sauce on his dish. Instead, there were two small containers: one with ketchup and another with tartar sauce. He, too, thought that his shrimp was well prepared, although the breading didn't cling to the shrimp. This experience left us with mixed feelings. On the one hand, we appreciated the friendly, attentive service. Yet, on the other hand, we wonder whether it's worth going again, given the possibility of not getting all the ingredients for one's entree. We liked the ambiance, which evoked images of the beach. They have some nice paintings on one wall depicting the seashore, a lighthouse, and beach houses.

Beautiful tropical atmosphere with rich cultural vibes from the music and decor. Service is quick…read moreand efficient, though it gets busy; so expect a wait without a reservation. Mango lassi is thick and naturally flavorful, just wish it was colder. Chips and salsa are fresh and well-balanced. Marsala fries are crispy, flavorful, and unique; definitely a standout. Fajitas were delicious with perfect portions. Highly recommend!

I've heard about it for years, and we finally made it out. It's a mix between Indian and Mexican…read morefood, you won't find anything like this in the DMV. I would definitely suggest making a reservation. We waited for almost 30 minutes because it was packed, and that was on a Thursday. The service was quick, though, and the food came out fast. We had the burrito, roti, taco and fries. The portions were generous, and everything had such a unique flavor. Our bellies definitely weren't big enough to try more, but everything we had was delicious. There's plenty of space inside, which I loved, and the bathrooms were clean. They also have free parking, which is always a plus.

The service was very slow overall. We waited a very long time in between each course we were…read moreserved. And the food was served lukewarm at best. The winter restaurant week deal was great and worth the price but I am not sure if we would pay full price for the food we received. The saving grace of the meal were the cocktails (pain and pleasure) and dark chocolate whisky pie. The server was also super nice and friendly and I do not fully blame him for the slow pace. The bar and lounge downstairs is a great vibe and because the cocktails are excellent, we will revisit for this experience. However, not sure about dining upstairs again.

I've been back to Trummer's many times since my initial brunch review and felt like I should give…read morean update. Side-note: Idk why I always forget to check in here. The food is consistently good. This is not a quick service restaurant, it's definitely paced out like a European meal, but most of our servers since the first experience have been wonderful. Their Titanic cocktail is one of my favorites and the butcher salad and truffle fries never disappoint. Expect to take your time here, but the food is worth the wait. Bonus: they have a very nice selection of ages of tawny ports!