I had a surprisingly great experience at Flower Child…read more With such a wide variety of menu items, it was easy to find plenty of vegetarian options. I ordered an entrée with three sides: grilled vegetables, roasted heirloom carrots, and mac and cheese. Everything was made to order, so my meal arrived fresh and flavorful. The olive oil-roasted vegetables were simple but well seasoned and satisfying. The roasted heirloom carrots were unique as they were seasoned with za'atar and served with whipped feta, which added a delicious flavor. The mac and cheese, however, was just average. I'm not a big fan of gluten-free pasta, and I found it a bit too chewy. It also didn't absorb the cheese sauce very well, so it wasn't as creamy or flavorful as I had hoped. I also tried the draft kombucha, which was fine but nothing particularly memorable. The service was quick, even during a busy weekend lunch, and a staff member was friendly. The restaurant itself has a cute, welcoming interior with plenty of seating, so finding a table wasn't an issue. Overall, I had a really enjoyable meal and thought it was well worth the price. I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu.

Unfortunately the portion sizes are very small here and not worth the price…read more I always order the Steak entree with Mac & Cheese + Kale Salad (roughly $19). First visit I had no issues but the second time I came I asked why the serving was so small after showing a photo of my previous order and was told that I was mistakenly give a double portion. The manager and staff did work to remedy it which I was grateful for but sad to know that the average size is so small.

Updated Review (previously 5 stars) due to poor management response:…read more Management has changed since my last visit, and boy, this place is not what it used to be, and that makes me sad. About four years ago, I happily gave this restaurant 5 stars and recommended it to others. Unfortunately, my most recent experience was the complete opposite. During my meal, I discovered ANTS actively crawling around my food. (See video) It was disturbing to watch them around the sauce next to my meal, and I immediately stopped eating because I no longer felt comfortable consuming the rest of it. What disappointed me even more was how management handled the situation afterward. It was extremely difficult to get in touch with the manager despite multiple attempts. When I finally spoke with him, he refused to provide a refund because more than 30 days had passed since my visit. Given the nature of the complaint and the difficulty I had reaching management, I found that response completely unreasonable. I also raised concerns about being asked questions during my visit that made me feel racially stereotyped. Those concerns were never acknowledged or addressed by management, which only added to my disappointment. Because I believed this was a legitimate food safety issue, I filed a complaint with the Fairfax County Health Department. After investigating, the inspector informed me that they visited the restaurant, discussed my concerns with the manager, and that the manager confirmed my reported ant sightings. The Health Department also required additional pest control measures. Beyond the service issues, I also noticed a significant decline in the food. The wonton soup was bland and lacked the rich flavor I remembered, and the General Tso's Surprise tasted off and was missing the depth and spice that used to make it one of my favorite dishes. This restaurant used to be one of my favorite vegetarian spots, which is why writing this review is so disappointing. Based on my recent experience, the difficulty in getting in touch with management, and their total lack of customer service or care for loyal customers, I can't recommend dining here. They do not care about their customers based on how I was treated.

Came here for my bday dinner and was not impressed. They don't have AC so it was extremely hot…read moreinside the restaurant. Bright lights - almost cafeteria like. I asked our server if I could have tofu in the sushi roll instead of the fake shrimp and he just simply said no. No explanation. Later I asked if I could have gluten free noodles in the lo mein and he also just said "no". My dad asked if they could lower the lights a bit and also - no. Zero accommodation. The food was not good, simply put. Waiter didn't bring out any birthday candle for me either. I was excited to try this place out and unfortunately it was not for me. I would look past the heat and the lack of accommodations if the food actually tasted good. Sorry :/

This is my second time here and everything was as delicious as the last time I was here. Neither my…read morehusband nor I are vegetarian, yet we enjoyed everything we ordered. The service was amazing. They're very attentive and helpful. PS: My husband ordered the heavenly friend rice and it's one of the best fried rices we had (even compared to non-vegetarian restaurants).

This is my second time at Chay (the first time being 2 years ago), but it seems like I should be…read morestopping by more often! Our meal took place on a Tuesday evening, yet the restaurant was constantly busy (though not packed to the point of having to wait for a table) with a diverse clientele, which speaks to Chay's popularity. Among the 3 of us, we split 2 mains and an appetizer, which was more than enough food. The fried calamari was nice and paired well with the spicy dipping sauce (which was actually spicy). I loved all the fresh veggies and generous amounts of peanuts and fried shallots in bún chả Hà Nội (vermicelli platter). As a saucy girlie, I REALLY liked the "fish sauce" accompanying the dish. Despite the deliciousness of those 2 dishes, the real star of the meal was thịt kho sả (lemongrass clay pot). Perfect flavoring; I almost forgot that it was vegetarian. The only downside to my experience was the service: it would have been great for a server to stop by and refill our water every once in a while.

Not sure if they changed names or owners, but this spot is still amazing!!!!…read more This restaurant is inside the hallway shops of Eden Center on the first left building if you're facing the center! It's not as hard to find as you think We approached the front part of the shop (it had hot food lamps for to-go vegetarian food mostly), but upon asking to sit down and eat, the nice woman working directed us to go around the corner to the backside where they have a cute restaurant to eat in! The hospitality and service was very nice and generous. The women working take great pride in their food and are so kind. My mom and fiance had the Bun Mam and Crispy noodles with vegan "shrimp"/tofu and veggies. The vegetarian "pork roll", "shrimp", etc blew me away with flavor! Everything was delicious from the egg rolls and dipping sauces, to the depth and flavorful soups. Do not be intimated to try something new, walking inside Eden to find this hidden gem is 100% worth it! I'm not a vegan or vegetarians, but I did not miss the meat with our meal here. I had the Bun Hue (vegetarian Bun Bo Hue) and it was one of the best I've had. The dishes here are exploding with flavor and the portions are so generous and perfect for sharing. We were offered water, or free iced tea and the nice staff gave us both! Definitely recommend this spot

When I discovered that there's a 100% vegan Vietnamese restaurant, I knew I had to make the trek to…read moreFalls Church! Long story short, I was absolutely blown away. On a cold winter day, the Bún bò Huế was healing: the broth was spicy and flavorful, the rice noodles had great texture, the meat substitutes were definitely reminiscent of beef, and I loved the radish that absorbed all that great broth. The Bánh xèo was also phenomenal: huge and packed with perfectly seasoned tofu and veggies, came with a refreshing mound of herbs and a perfectly sweet sauce (I could seriously just have drank this straight). Service was fast and friendly. The restaurant has two sides, the front for take out and the back was dine in (casual ambiance). Btw they do take credit card now. I'm only sad that I won't be able to go back for a long while. 10/10 would recommend!

Yum! As a gluten free gal, this was a slam dunk for me. The whole menu was gluten free! Honestly,…read morethe way it should be with mexican food. I tried three of the veggie tacos- mushroom, kale and potato, and eggplant. All delish! Thich tortillas that didn't disintegrate during delivery as well. I also got a mushroom quesadilla for a little comfort food and it was a great size for a side. Chips were pretty good, dip options were amazing. I also got a hibiscus tea and it was flavorful and wonderful. The meal was thoughtfully packed for delivery and I enjoyed the flavors and textures of everything a lot. No surprise that this place came highly recommended to me!

This quick but quality new find deserves a shout out!!…read more Food: Gluten free Mexican cuisine that can be made dairy free too! Score! I had sweet potato nachos with DF cheese; they were satisfying and had a unique sweetness. And it was the perfect size for lunch. Service: You order at counter, wait for them to call you, and then take your tray of food to your seat. Ambiance: cute! Clearly an old home. Extra searing upstairs if needed.

Had to come back and just as impressed as the first time I tried it!…read more You can taste the passion they have for the food they serve, high quality ingredients and the portions have blown me away every visit. The Greek / Mexican fusion idea is to die for and definitely works in a quesadilla. Such a unique menu and made to order, I'm sure anything you can get here would blow you away! Falls church is very lucky to have this unique restaurant nearby, I consider them a local staple.

This place was amazing from the service to the food. It's a small little food stop and it looks…read morelike a family owned business. When arriving we were greeted by kind employees who explained the menu to us and how everything works. Their menu is Greek and Mexican fusion and they have many options for both. I tried a regular cheese and chicken quesadilla and I wanted to try something Greek as well so I ordered the Greek tacos. My husband ordered a huge burrito. The food was amazing, there was so much flavor in everything. The quesadilla was so huge stuffed with so much meat and cheese and had the perfect crisp to it and it came with salsa and sour cream. The Greek tacos were also so flavorful and the feta cheese was the perfect touch. I really want to go back and try more of their menu.

Great food, great service but I don't enjoy eating in the dining room so just takeout for me…read more Enjoy!

I've ordered from there twice I do like the restaurant. I've ordered chicken korma which is a…read morechicken dish creamy with almond sauce. The first time I saw it. I didn't think that they would add dairy to it. I don't think that they do but for the most part I believe it's an almond cashew sauce. It's sweet creamy and a little bit of heat, but it's not too too overly spicy and I got an onion salad, which is chopped red onion with green chili, small green whole chilies and lemon wedges and what you do is you freeze the lemon over the onions and you rub the whole chili onto the onions and you eat it it actually balances out the richness of the dish and I had garlic naan as well we got Carrie out and I got it from DoorDash. I will definitely order from the spot again.

They have an absolutely amazing rava onion dosa. I came last weekend with my dad and it was so so…read moreso good! I was completely a mind blown by this place. It was amazing. Their somber was really good as well. I crave it. Literally all the time now and the service was absolutely amazing. It's a cute little shop on West Maple Avenue. Def come here

Great place for Dosa. There Dosa is the best in Northern Virginia. We were a large group . The…read moreDida's were crispy tasty . Loved their sambar dal . Friendly waiter .Ordered a takeaway for hubby . He loved it too .

As far as vegan restaurants go, PLANTA is hands down the best I've experienced. I stepped outside…read moreof my comfort zone and tried several things I wouldn't normally order, and I loved every single bite. The Caesar salad was incredible so much so that I genuinely think they should bottle and sell that dressing in stores. And the raspberry cheesecake? It absolutely gave me life. It was rich, creamy, and so delicious that I'm still thinking about it. For our entrées, we ordered the Hawaiian pizza, spicy rigatoni, and spaghetti carbonara. While everything was good, the pizza and the rigatoni were my clear favorites. I also tried their sushi and was pleasantly surprised by how much it resembled traditional sushi in both texture and flavor. It was a fun and delicious experience. What impressed me most was the quality and creativity of the menu. There's truly something for everyone, whether you're vegan or not. The restaurant itself feels bright, airy, and inviting. It's the kind of place where you can easily gather with friends, family, or even enjoy a date night. The service was excellent, and our server was warm, attentive, and genuinely kind. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and can't wait to come back and explore more of the menu. PLANTA has definitely changed my perception of vegan dining.

Ssoooooooo clearly historically I've loved them and have had amazing experiences... so chose to…read morecelebrate my bday there with the hopes of everyone being able to find something to eat. I made the resi, I called to confirm they saw its a bday - they confirmed. We arrived and no mention of it .. ok fine no big deal. Let me say our server Deija and the manager, I think a lovely Latino gentlemen with a ponytail- were fantastic , professional, and really engaging. The staff is awesome ! Im just not sure what's happened to the kitchen... our fries were excellent - crispy - hot - not oily tasting or anything, best fries I've had in a while... my tequila passionfruit cocktail was also excellent, and refreshing ! It went downhill from there- we said no worries bring food out however whenever it's made, so no pressure on timing or coursing aannnddd ... the lettuce wraps were strange ... Brussel sprout drenched in sauce / soggy / sugary / and not hot... the tofu squares were OK but honestly big squares to put in lettuce ?? Just not conducive.. flavor was OK on them but also lukewarm .. I was so hungry we didn't say anything.. then the sushi which historically has tasted fresh and crispy and light and bright... was drenched in so many sauces to the point where you couldn't even pick them up - they just completely fell apart and was like eating .. sauce ... I then asked and saw Deija type notes to the kitchen that the gluten free pizza should be well done and extra crispy and burnt... she literally wrote the word burnt at my behest ... it came out cold - a little raw in the middle - inedible... sooo weird. I finally had to say something- they obliged and remade it- 15 mins later still floppy and cold ... Im wondering if the oven was having issues ? The kitchen was having issues ? The kitchen staff was new ? I'm confused why baking a crust first - no toppings - to crisp it up and get it crunchy then top it and run it through again .. is so hard ? It was hard, we took half home and will recook at home ... One of my aunts mentioned it's my birthday and the staff were surprised and kindly gave a desert, interesting no one had seen notes. Deserts could also be less sweet ... Overall tasted like a lot of sugar is in everything now (maybe to help with costs and surges in inhalation ??) ... I don't know I'm torn- the last time I went to the Dc one it was fantastic so maybe I'll try there again .. Again interior and staff are excellent and beautiful and well appointed- but food was a bust last night :( I hope they pull it together again!

I love you guys sooooooo much omg. my go to order is the meal deal with the basic b burger, medium…read morefries, campfire bbq, and sweetened green tea. holy crap it's so good. honorable mentions are the philly cheesesteak and veggie burger as well I was devastated when the DuPont circle location closed. I need the Chinatown location to never close so I'm writing this review

This was really good!! I had this place bookmarked since the previous time I visited DC. We had…read moreattended a hockey game and were starving afterwards. As we were walking back towards our hotel, we actually were passing here so I chose it for our din din spot. I thought for sure it was going to be packed but luckily it was not. I knew I wanted a burger but was struggling with choosing which one. Hubs knew he wanted the Cheesesteak and knew I wanted fries. I went with the Smokehouse burger. We grabbed a seat and did not wait long for our food to come out. I really enjoyed my burger and scarfed it down! I paid for sauces, which were tiny and super overpriced. Hubs enjoyed his cheesesteak but he prefers meat. I had a bite and thought it was really flavorful and very closely tasting like the real thing. I noticed later this is a chain, which is pretty cool. I think the prices were pretty steep so I might skip on the fries next time. The food could have been warmer as well. Definitely worth a visit and will most likely be back when in DC again.