Came here today for the first time. The place is very nice and clean. The staff is super friendly…read more Plenty of parking outside. The food is delicious. I got the mixed rice platter. It was delicious. I will def come again.

First time and find out the Good fresh halal food! Worth to…read moretry for all the Muslim in the area !

The food is great and so was the service. They had Umm Ali for dessert and it was so good.read more

A friend living in the area had this on his bookmarks but lived a bit out, so my visit served as…read morethe catalyst to try out this establishment's $30 lunch buffet. I first tried the assorted kebabs. Unfortunately, the chicken had dried out and the kofta felt too crumbly. The chicken rice dish had quite aromatic rice but underseasoned chicken; seasoned rice alone can't substitute bland chicken drumsticks. The lamb rice dish had both aromatic rice and juicy, well seasoned lamb. I ended up combining the lamb pieces with the chicken rice. Out of curiosity, I tried a piece of their fried chicken. It proved juicy and not too oily. It would do well as a standalone appetizer in most restaurants. I also tried something that looked like lasagna, but without tomato. It tasted, to my uncultured palate, like a lasagna with some sort of cream or bechamel-like sauce. I quite enjoyed it. For dessert, my friend convinced me to try what I had initially passed over as oatmeal or tapioca pudding. The Omi Ali proved quite delectable, like a cross between bread pudding and oatmeal but with more nuanced spices and sweetness. I added it to my short list of desserts I enjoy, since I don't have much of a sweet tooth. Overall, I appreciated the breath and variety. Some hits and misses are to be expected at a homely, ethnic neighborhood style buffet.

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.

FOOD: *Tacos w/ tinga chicken and cheese were fireee…read more DELICIOUS . *The vegetable Sopes was delicious too . *Tres leches was delicious . *Sauces; La chingona - spicy but gooood SERVICE: *Awesome! AMBIANCE: *Great, always.

Loved my beef birria w cheese taco and lengua taco! Both were so flavorful and definitely reminded…read moreme of LA tacos The lengua was so tender & delish Interior is pretty small so not much seating (fits max grps of 4) but they did have some outdoor seating too. I definitely need to come back for $2 taco tuesday!

This is exactly how smash burgers should be done!! Fresh, hot, and incredibly juicy! Jon's Joint…read moremakes everything fresh to order. It only took a quick 10 minutes to receive our entire order, which was 3 burgers, a crispy fried chicken sandwich, loaded fries, and 2 milkshakes! I was very happy with how efficient the service was and the most important part, how delicious every bite was! The smashburgers are made with 100% halal beef and they come out HOT with perfectly crispy edges on the patties and a juicy center. We ordered 3 burgers and each of them stood out in their own way. You can get a single, double, or triple patty burger and add whatever toppings to it too. The jalapeño burger was the star of the show, it had a such a nice and spicy kick to it. I wasn't expecting much but this burger had HEAT! Another favorite was the Juicy Lucy. It was packed with grilled onions and the patty was stuffed with cheddar cheese. A super messy and cheesy option that was definitely worth every bite! I liked that Jon's Joint offered other options too such as loaded fries and fried chicken sandwiches. What I found unique is that for the loaded fries, you can get it with falafel and make it spicy! This time, they had run out of the falafel so I am excited to try it next time. If you're in Arlington and craving a casual burger spot, you need to go to Jon's Joint. You'll get quick service and a delicious meal!

The burger is pretty good and it's halal. The soda machine was broken and they let you take a drink…read morefrom the fridge instead. It's a bit pricey but I guess that's the Halal tax. The place is pretty casual, I'd come again for the food.

delicious chicken biryani, way better than the frozen kind I've been eating - just a touch of spice…read moreand well prepared - the bread they make, not the kind on the shelves from various vendors, is also outstanding - homemade hummus - just a few of what I've tried and can heartily recommend

I have been there a few times. The hot bar is great for lunch, though I'd prefer less focus on…read morechicken and more on meat and fish. I like the braised beef, and the beef ribs, but the ribs have a lot of bones, which contribute to the weight and hence the price. I was disappointed in the fish, the one time I had it. The eggplant stew and the spinach are good. I'd like the baked potatoes to be a bit crispier. I have bought items in the dry goods area a few times. My main concern is a lot of items don't have prices on them, and it's time consuming and awkward to have to take the item to the cashier and ask what the price is. I have also found the prices to be inconsistent, some too high and others lower than typical. I hope these issues will be resolved and the staff will become more organized, as it is a nice little market and in a great location.

The chicken and gyro meat were very flavorful and I liked that the white sauce wasn't too strong so…read moreyou could still taste the meat. Solid place for some halal food.

Ordered combo over rice on door dash…read more Prices are good but food just isn't flavorful anymore. Doesn't hold a candle to Flavor Hive or Omar's. I wish they just tried a little harder to make the food yummier.

We had such a wonderful experience at Dolan! The restaurant has a very nice atmosphere, the seating…read morewas comfortable and enjoyable, and the food was delicious. Israa made our experience even better. She was very kind, friendly, welcoming, and extremely professional. She took great care of us throughout our visit, and I was truly happy to meet her. Thank you, Israa, for the lovely service and wonderful experience!

This is an absolutely lovely restaurant for authentic food from Central Asia. The decor is opulent…read moreyet intimate. As soon as you walk in, be prepared for not one case of decadent cakes but two cases. So make sure you leave room for dessert. Our entrees included a very traditional Uyghur Pilaf with Lamb and the Goshnan. The Goshnan is like a flat meat pie stuffed with flavored beef and lamb. Even though the menu says it requires an additional 10 minutes to prepare, this dish arrived before my rice pilaf. The rice in the pilaf was one of the most flavorful dishes I have had in a while. The carrots and cumin spice really added so much taste. Now I'm on the hunt for a recipe so I can try at home. For dessert we had the baklava cheesecake. We love the fact that the baklava is incorporated in the cheesecake and not just a topping on a regular cheesecake. The bottom crust is baklava sprinkled with nuts on top. Where else will you find this? Service was attentive. Parking: Extremely limited street parking in front of the restaurant. We ended up in the Tax Analysts Building garage on Tinner Hill Road (turn right on S. Maple Avenue after you pass the restaurant). Signs were not very clear whether parking was permitted but because there were businesses listed on the sign, we assumed it was okay. When we asked the staff in the restaurant, they were not sure. Our car was not towed so this is a possibility if you can't find street parking.

Had a great experience at Charga. We ordered the tandoori chicken, chickpeas, wings, and the…read moreribeye steak kabab skewer, and everything was absolutely delicious. The food was full of flavor, freshly prepared, and really exceeded our expectations. The ribeye steak skewer and tandoori chicken were especially outstanding. The seating area is small and compact, but the quality and taste of the food more than make up for it. I'd definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for flavorful and satisfying food!

About a 2-2.5: I was excited to check out Charga, as this seems to be a popular spot with the…read morelocals to get their various styles of chicken, momos, and curries. We came here for an early lunch, and we ordered: +a samosa - served with a small cup of chutney +the Chicken Steamed Momos - filled with ground chicken; these were just okay, as it was ginger-forward; seemed to have been slightly oversteamed, and the skins easily ripped +a 1/4 Chicken with 2 Sides - went for the Charga style, all-white meat (this also included the neck, which was a little weird); opted for the chickpeas and the plantains; the chicken was overcooked and super dried out, which made it inedible; the chickpeas were okay, and the plantains were the only enjoyable part of this combo meal +the Boneless Chicken Tikka Kabob Meal - served on top of rice with a side of salad, chickpeas, and a large naan; the kabob was okay, slightly less dry than the quarter chicken; had an off taste to it +and, a Butter Chicken - served with rice and a large naan; this was more tangy and more tikka masala-like; it was thick, creamy, and still enjoyable! The naan was soft and fluffy, and a great complement to the curry Staff and service was friendly; we did request our orders to be free from coriander and cilantro, but items still came topped with the herb; we were able to pick it off, somewhat. There seems to be a constant flow of patrons picking up catering and to-go orders, as well as some deliveries. Providing to-go containers and a brown bag was generous. Parking is available in the small shared strip plaza lot. +Butter Chicken +avoid the Charga chicken +inaccurate orders +parking available

Great spot for a quick, hearty and healthy meal. I wouldn't dine in, good for takeout or delivery…read more We both had the combo rice platters, one with spicy sauce on the side. I'd recommend getting the spicy sauce on the side if you're sensitive to spice (I love it, boyfriend does not). Good portion size, I made two meals out of it. I wish it came with hummus to go with the pita, but otherwise really good! Quick, friendly service.

My family stopped here for a quick and easy lunch on labor day and walked away very happy! My mom…read morehad the lamb & chicken combo with white rice and no heat & I loved the lamb combo with seasoned rice and heat. Adding a pita on the side makes for the ultimate combo! I ate some of mine on pita and saved the rest for lunch tomorrow. My dad enjoyed the beef gyro with heat and noted it is the perfect amount of spice. Ordering was easy and the staff was very helpful. The food came out very quickly & we watched as he hand made our orders with care. There is limited inside & outside seating and all orders come in to-go containers. We sat on the patio and really enjoyed the clean ambiance and lovely weather. Overall: great staff, great food, great little spot for a yummy and quick lunch.