My friend grew up in Nova, and his favorite KBBQ is Makchang Dodook. He says it's the best for AYCE…read morein terms of quality and price. I've never heard of this spot before, and you typically will not find me in Springfield. However, a few of us made lunch plans this past Good Friday to take advantage of the $29.99 AYCE weekday lunch pricing. We got three rounds of beef brisket (chadol), one thin & thick pork belly (samgyupsal) each, and half an order of large intestine (daechang). The chadol was a little too fatty than I'd like, but it was high quality and comparable to non-AYCE options like Meokja Meokja. I didn't love the thin samgyupsal as much, but the thick version was so meaty and juicy. The intestines were a fatty treat, and I was good with just a couple bites. We had to ask for ssamjang and sesame oil for sauces, which they were generous with giving. Our server was pretty attentive, but we thought it was weird that he cooked the thin samgyupsal and the beef brisket at the same time. As for sides, we asked for lots of them (sadly our corn cheese never came). The fermented soybean stew was strong, but a bit too salty at the end. The egg bomb was fluffy and delicious. They also have ramen (aka shin ramen) which we enjoyed by adding several pieces of chadol and letting it soak in there to get that deep meaty flavor. I enjoyed the kimchi throughout the meal, which was the perfect "not quite fresh, but still crunchy" texture. Overall, we ate to our heart's content. I definitely would be back for more chadol, thick samgypsal, and a bit of daechang in the future. The $30 pricing is a steal for the amount of food we got, but I'd hesitate to pay for the $40 dinner price. I don't eat enough at AYCE spots to get my money's worth, so I would rather spend that $40 at a non-AYCE spot for higher quality cuts like galbi and rib tips.

We came in really optimistic, and the start was strong. The banchan were excellent, especially the…read morekimchi and pickled onions. Easily some of the best I've had in the area in a long time, and they set the bar high going into the meal. Once we got to the meat, though, it was a little underwhelming. The all you can eat selection was limited, and a lot of the flavors leaned sweet. We were hoping for more savory, classic Korean BBQ flavors. The sauces were fine, but nothing that really stood out. If we came back, we would definitely add on the ribeye or galbi instead of sticking strictly to the all you can eat option. Service was great and attentive, and the atmosphere is solid for the Springfield area. That said, our hood vent almost came off mid grill, which definitely took away from the experience. Overall, a strong start with great banchan and service, but the BBQ itself did not quite deliver.

3.9/5 Had the jjajangmyun a couple of times. It's pretty…read moregood for it being a food court. The price currently is at $8.99 per bowl. It's definitely not gourmet like jangwon in centreville but it definitely will be the spot to go for a quick fix since it's so close to home. Their tangsuyuk was alright- it had a bit of a porky smell the recent time we went but hoping that was just a rare situation.

Am surprised how good it is here. Love Korean food. Even better when you can go into a grocery…read morestore, and then get a meal. The convenience factor alone is huge. In the northern Virginia area, time isn't always a luxury. That's why this appeals to me. Wonderful employees. You'll always feel welcome here. The barbecue chicken with kimchi works for me. It is delicious. Also you get generous portions here. That alone is a reason to stop in. Be sure to as I will be here tonight.

First time back in years--came here recently on a Friday night and it was just as good as I…read moreremembered! Pretty packed too, would recommend making prior reservations. For three people, we got the Combo 2 (brisket, pork belly, bulgogi and galbi) large portion for $138--this was plenty of food for us, we couldn't even finish it all, had to pack it to-go! My favorite was the Marinated Short Rib Galbi--meat was tender and flavorful. The Soybean Soup, Angry Egg and Corn Cheese were included too--all delicious. Service was great as well. Our server Subin was super cool and attentive. Will definitely be back!

Had to make reservations for two here for a Friday evening…read more Very dive-y, NYC vibe more than LA, grunge-y scene, which is appreciated since we're out here in Fairfax I love this place. Great service (oddly they're all REALLY attractive Asian guys... save for the front desk girl - and I'm a straight, married, asian male), prices are great for the quality of meat and service you get (they cook for you) They come with the little appetizer plates like most Korean restaurants do, and they all have their own little twist to them, not super vanilla but still keeping to their roots and simple flavors. The green onion one was particularly memorable Our side dishes were excellent. Cheesy corn and seafood pancake. Both come out in cast iron pan, so it's piping hot and super fresh. Corn is hella cheesy and paired great with the appetizers. The seafood pancake was DENSE - really packed with seafood and not so much filler We got their combo so it came with kimchi soup and egg soufflé. The soup was very simple, very spicy. The soufflé was a nice contrast - light, fluffy, honestly almost felt like a desert. We definitely done made a mistake because for two of us, by this time the meats were ready to be cooked, we were about 60% full - and there were 4 meats to cook through We got brisket, pork belly, bulgogi, and another beef I don't remember - ended up taking about 1/3 of it home and half the pancake Our server was attentive and busy managing other tables so it's great to see all these guys staying sharp Considering how much food we took home, the bill was quite reasonable. Eyes were definitely bigger than our stomach this time tldr; fantastic kbbq served by ridiculous hot Asian guys. You need a reservation to get a table here

the most amazing korean food i have ever had. their kimchi stew is perfect, no notes. their side…read moredishes were perfectly crispy and seasoned. the pork belly was amazing with the fried kimchi on the side. i truly cannot recommend this place enough, and take it from me as a Korean food lover and a Korean. their lunch special is a must try and i would recommend this place to everyone and anyone.

Being Korean, I'm very picky when it comes to Korean BBQ, and I've tried a lot of places. Many feel…read morerushed or focus more on turnover than quality, but this one truly stands out. The restaurant is clean, the staff is attentive and welcoming, and most importantly, the food is excellent and high quality. Everything felt well cared for, from start to finish. I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone who loves Korean BBQ or wants an authentic, enjoyable experience. I'll definitely be coming back!

First off, the chicken? Ridiculously crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and coated in…read moresauces that actually stick instead of sliding off. The soy garlic had that perfect sweet-salty balance, and the spicy one brought real heat without overpowering the flavor. But the real game changer: they now offer AYCE (all-you-can-eat) EVERY DAY. Yeah, not just weekends. If you're the type who orders "one more round" every time... this is your place. It's dangerous in the best way. Service was quick, vibes were casual and fun, and portions kept coming out fresh--not sitting under heat lamps. Perfect spot for a hang with friends or when you just want to go all-in on fried chicken. If you're even slightly craving Korean fried chicken, go. And go hungry.

I love this place. The food is amazing, I always get the tenders with the soy garlic sauce and some…read morewhite rice on the side. I have tried other things on the menu and I can say it is all good. Also the staff is always so nice! It's always the same guy when I go in and he is so helpful and pleasant!

Some days all I want a soothing bowl of broth. Seolleongtang is a famous Korean soup where they…read moresimmer beef bones for hours to create a milky rich beef broth. Our friend recommended this spot and it was so good! Paired with a seafood pancake and homemade kimchi made this meal very warm and comforting. The soup is also super high in collagen which is great for you! Apps: Seafood Pancake Entrees: Seolleongtang (Beef Bone Soup)

Shin Chon is very popular at noontime with Koreans. When we dined here, we were the only…read morenon-Koreans. We noticed that other customers seated themselves, though we let a server seat us. I'm thinking that many people who come here know already what they want, because even before we cracked open our menus, the server was immediately at our table expecting us to place our order. When we told her we weren't ready yet, she left, but came back less than a minute later and then stood there waiting for us to place our order. So I ordered the Sullangtang, which is bone broth with brisket and noodles. JP ordered the Yukgaejang, a spicy red broth with veggies and flank steak. We also ordered the fried dumplings. I don't know if the fried dumplings were vegetable or pork, but they were very good, made even better with a delicious dipping sauce. As hoped, banchan was served with our meal, but was just cubes of daikon radish (kkakdugi) and kimchi. The kkakdugi and kimchi were fresh and tasty. Even if the Sullantang recipe is traditional, I was disappointed. The broth was thin and very bland. However, I was able to jazz it up and make it into a pretty good soup by adding spoonfuls of the Yukgaejang broth and the fried dumpling sauce, plus salt and pepper. The Yukgaejang, topped with crispy noodles, was the better of the two soups. It had a lively flavor and as billed on the menu, was indeed spicy. The menu is limited, almost exclusively vegetable and beef dishes, but there is a seafood pancake and whelk (mollusk) dish. No chicken or pork dishes. Overall, our experience was decent and we would certainly consider returning. Shin Chon has plenty of off-street parking.

Foods always good very great place to go for authentic Chinese food.The service is great very calm…read morechill place totally recommend.

Very good food located inside a grocery store. Table seating was pretty tight for a Sunday lunch…read morebut everyone is pretty friendly to share tables. You do have to clear your own table, Definitely try the dolsot bibimbap (stone bowl bibimbap). This is one of the best places to try this dish. The stone bowl keeps the meal nice and warm. Plus the service is very friendly and happy to explain any of the dishes.

A hole-in-the wall restaurant not located in the central centreville, but serving some of the…read morebetter korean comfort foods in area. One thing they do here are huge portions that are perfect for sharing within a large group. I actually didn't end of ordering anything for myself, and I was still very full at the end from trying everyone's LOL I particularly liked their bossam and kimchi, not usually a fan of bossam but whatever they do here, it's so yummy! I could probably just make do with an order of their daeji bossam, which has everything :) I would also recommend their kimchi jjigae and donkatsu

Bon Ga is a mom-and-pop restaurant that is located in a plaza a mile west from the other Korean…read morespots in Centreville. The menu was extensive, filled with lots of homey options that I don't usually see in other restaurants. After ordering, we were served six different banchans, all of which were incredibly homey -- light and not too savory. My favorites were the acorn jelly (which was mixed with salted seaweed and sesame seeds) and the white kimchi. Honestly, all six were really solid. AL TANG - 19.99 Super savory with lots of "sea sweetness" and umami, this stew was rich and piping hot upon arrival. I've never had al tang before, but have heard great things about it. Unfortunately, I didn't love the texture of fish roe (kind of reminded me of the texture of cooked chicken lungs). By the end of the stew, I thought it was too salty, so I didn't end up finishing it. Overall, I'm glad I tried it, but I probably won't get it again. My friend got the mackerel which he loved. I'll look forward to other items on the menu next time.

About a 1-1.5: Hate to do this to you, Mat Jib, but not sure if you had a change in the preparation…read moreof your meals or a new team of chefs/cooks - we used to come here for their simple Korean/Japanese/Chinese-Korean fare, but the food is just not the same. I was curious about their spicy squid stir-fry, and I asked the ahjumma how it was; she said it was the best thing on the menu and the most popular; unfortunately, the dish was inedible - the squid wasn't fresh, it was too rubbery/overcooked, and there was a fishy odor and taste to it; the sauce wasn't savory and spicy, but more watered down. This was tossed. We also tried the jajangmyun, which was not great, either - the noodles were overcooked, and the jajang sauce was thin and watered down, making this a super bland dish. There's no banchan 'buffet' anymore, so you'll have to ask for a refill up at the front. Service is friendly. Located inside HMart, there's plenty of parking in the plaza lot. +inconsistent food items +friendly service +located inside HMart +plenty of parking in the plaza lot

This Korean restaurant is tucked into the back of H Mart…read more We occasionally come here for a bite after a walk or jog around Burke Lake. Service is usually very friendly, but sometimes the older ladies working there will charge you 50 cents for a take-out box. I usually order the chicken fried rice with black bean sauce. The sauce, with bits of onion, is so tasty! I fairly regularly order the gyoza (they don't call them gyoza, but they look like gyoza, but I don't remember offhand what they are called but they might be mandu). With your dishes they provide complimentary miso soup and banchan (usually including kimchee and sesame bean sprouts among other vegetables). The kimchee is excellent. On a couple of occasions, I have ordered the seafood pancake. It was pretty good, though this last time, I noticed they now include thin slices of red bell pepper. I don't really like the red bell peppers so I pick them out. I Complimentary water is available. For whatever reasons, spring, summer, fall or winter, H Mart keeps the store temperature very low. You can hang meat on the walls! But knowing that, I always bring a hoodie or jacket to stay warm while eating.

Even after 6 years, I still love this place. I usually get kimbap to go, but I recently tried their…read morerose ddukboki and dumpling and rice cake soup (dduk mandoo guk). The rose ddukboki was so delicious and creamy. I loved dipping my tuna kimbap in the sauce for extra flavor. Thank you myunga kimbap for not skimping out on quality after all these years.

We ordered kimbap, rose tteok-bokki, and the half-and-half Korean fried chicken. The portions were…read morepretty generous and we enjoyed everything. One thing about the tteok-bokki though was that it had a lot of cabbage and onions and I would have liked some more actual rice cakes. The staff were also very friendly.