Overall: 5/5 My only disappointment is that I didn't know of this place sooner. I can't wait to come back with family and friends! Food: 5/5 Everything was packed with unique flavor and delicately balanced. Nothing was oversaturated with oil or seasoning and the food was prepared and presented with care. The egg noodles were the most unique thing I had and I enjoyed every bite. The potatoes looked full and dense but dissolved as soon as they hit the palate. This is one of those gems that seem to do no wrong. They cuisine seemed like a fusion of middle eastern and east asia - the latter most notably the noodles which reminded me of udon. Ambiance: 5/5 Beautiful and tasteful. There was a simplicity and casual feel about the space that made me feel at home with undertones of sophistication such was with the table arrangement and furniture selection. Service: 5/5 The staff was incredibly kind and hospitable. Recommendations: Not sure if they offer a buffet menu, but given the range of unique and tasty dishes, it would be great if this was a weekend option. I loved being able to try many different menu items at once that I otherwise would not have been able to try. It helped me narrow down my decision of what I would want to order a single plate of during my next visit. read more

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Hamid doesn't just own restaurants -- he's building a legacy one location at a time, and tonight, at Dolan Uyghur's brand new National Landing spot, you could feel every bit of that journey in the room. Meeting him in person, hearing him talk about coming to this country and opening not one, not two, but five restaurants across the DMV, was genuinely inspiring. There's a quiet warmth to him, the kind that comes from someone who's built something real from the ground up. That same warmth carries through the entire staff, who were courteous and attentive all evening, clearly proud to be part of this opening. The food tells its own story. Hamid traces the recipes back to his mother and the traditional cooking of Xinjiang, and you can taste that lineage -- a graceful blend of Turkish and Central Asian influence, with none of the overpowering spice you might expect. The bread came fresh from the oven, the noodles hand-stretched right in front of us, and the kebabs were hearty without ever feeling heavy-handed. Every dish felt considered, not rushed. Watching Hamid move through the room, greeting guests and chefs alike, made it clear this opening wasn't just a business milestone -- it was personal. If you want a genuine taste of the Silk Road and a restaurant built on real heart, do yourself a favor and get to Dolan Uyghur's in Arlington. Hamid doesn't just own restaurants -- he's building a legacy one location at a time, and tonight, at Dolan Uyghur's brand new National Landing spot, you could feel every bit of that journey in the room. Meeting him in person, hearing him talk about coming to this country and opening not one, not two, but seven restaurants across the DMV, was genuinely inspiring. There's a quiet warmth to him, the kind that comes from someone who's built something real from the ground up. That same warmth carries through the entire staff, who were courteous and attentive all evening, clearly proud to be part of this opening. The food tells its own story. Hamid traces the recipes back to his mother and the traditional cooking of Xinjiang, and you can taste that lineage -- a graceful blend of Turkish and Central Asian influence, with none of the overpowering spice you might expect. The bread came fresh from the oven, the noodles hand-stretched right in front of us, and the kebabs were hearty without ever feeling heavy-handed. Every dish felt considered, not rushed. Watching Hamid move through the room, greeting guests and chefs alike, made it clear this opening wasn't just a business milestone -- it was personal. If you want a genuine taste of the Silk Road and a restaurant built on real heart, do yourself a favor and get to Dolan Uyghur's in Arlington. read more

Dolan Uygher's arrival in Crystal City was much anticipated, yet perhaps it was a bit overhyped. Dolan's Chinese/Uygher fusion cuisine is certainly a welcome addition to the dining options in South Arlington, although it hasn't come without growing pains. Stopped in after work for an early dinner. The dining room Central Asian/Turkic trinkets on shelves lining the walls and a few Chinese motifs throughout, though it was rather minimalist, which isn't a huge concern as the space itself was inviting enough. My server was generally amiable and seated me without hesitation, then mentioned a few specials and allowed me adequate time to review the menu; very much the level of service necessary, no complaints at all there. It's the kind of simple yet friendly service that doesn't go over the top and tells you the food is their focus. Unfortunately, that is where I wish we were fully meeting expectations. The churchura soup, a Turkic version of a Chinese dumpling/wonton soup, was decent with a flavorful broth, but the dumpling were a bit underwhelming and lacked filling; could also have benefits from a little more scallion or herbs to cut through the rich broth. The Royal Laghman was also mixed; the chicken itself was well-marinated and cooked, and the sauce perfectly-spicy and savory. However, the peppers and onions could have benefitted from a bit more cooking to match the consistency, and the noodles, while stretchy and chewy enough, didn't have taste super fresh. Finally, their promotional materials have been... lackluster at best. The promotional coupons they've gave me mostly can only be used Mondays through Thursday, some only during the workday. I understand wanting to fill tables for lunch with those who work nearby, but they're practically useless to residents who work outside the neighborhood. One item that I'm not factoring into my review is price; even by Arlington, VA standards, the price is a bit higher than average, but I know their landlord (who is also my landlord) is likely being miserly on the rent, so I won't penalize them too much, although my earlier recommendations about the food quality stand. All in all, 3.5 stars (Four as a courtesy). Dolan is far from the worst addition Crystal City could have asked for, and if you've never had Uygher food before, I do recommend it. Just think they may need to work on their marketing and address a few quality shortfalls. read more

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New place just opened. Another location in dc. The space was spacious. Service was a little new but good. Food was flavorful. Definitely on the heavy side if you are looking for something light. Great seasoning. For the dry pot, even if you say no spice, it might not be on the side. We had asked for spicy on the side but when the food came it was not that way. read more

Dolan Uyghur Restaurant - Lamb chop - Turkish Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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My family and I were in the area and decided to stop by the new Dolan location. Food and service were as good as the other locations I've visited. Of the dishes we ordered, favorites included the spicy chicken salad (had just the right amount of spice) and korma chop with shrimp (always a must!). Also enjoyed the pepper steak (packed with flavor) and goshan (meatier than I thought the meat pie would be). Least favorite dish of the evening the whole lamb tandoor chop (1lb) - flavor and came with a good amount of lamb, just wasn't as good/memorable as the other dishes we tried. Ended with the Italian coconut cake. It was dense and a little hard to dig in to, but was surprisingly softer once you started eating it. Good, but probably wouldn't order it again - I prefer their honey or chocolate cakes more. Limited parking along the street or park in the nearby garage ($6 max on the weekends). If you're in the area, highly recommend a visit. read more

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Spoiler alert this spot has some of the BEST Turkish/Asian food I've ever had before. Well, it's the only Turkish food I've ever had, but Good Folks...it HITS!! They have a new restaurant in Arlington Virginia. I pulled up, try something different good people!! Let's GO!! . Where I am: @dolan_dc . Location Reviewed: 320 23rd St., Arlington V.A. . Items Reviewed: STAMP!! Their Honeydew Yogurt Drink ($6 thinned out yogurt with honeydew flavor). This HIT!! Creamy, sweet, & not as thick as it looks!! LIKE THAT! Their Spicy Chicken Salad ($11.95 with spiced chicken, onion, scallion, & pepper with chili sauce). This definitely had some heat with it!! Cooked chicken, cold toppings...tasty!! LIKE THAT! Their Samsa ($5.95 an oven baked sesame oil drizzled pastry with minced lamb, & beef, black peppers, & red peppers). This one was way better than the one I had last time!! Juicy, simply seasoned, & tasty!! STAMP!! Their Sigara Boregi ($9.95 crispy rolls with a herby cheese filling, parsley, & dip). Flaky, & crisp, if you had these, & mozzarella sticks, I guarantee you're choosing these!! STAMP!! Their Sweet Tea ($8 with refills). Floral, not super sweet, get it hot or cold, perfection!! STAMP!! Their Shrimp Fried Rice ($22.95 fried rice with tail on shrimp, peppers, & green onions). Some of the BEST shrimp fried rice I've had!! There was a sweet'ish sauce on it, & besides the tail being on the shrimp, they were meaty & well cooked!! STAMP!! Their Kebabs ($6.95 for the chicken kebab, $7.95 for the lamb kebab that are both cumin & house spiced). Fairly spicy, smoky, meaty, & tasty!! A must try!! STAMP!! Their Red Chili Chicken ($24.95 with diced chicken, chili pepper, scallions, & white rice). I could eat this everyday!! Nicely seasoned with heat, chunks of chicken kebab, & tasty!! STAMP!! Their Layered Chocolate Cake ($11.95 with whipped cream, & chocolate sauce). Chocolaty, thick, & tasty!! . Customer Service: On Point . Parking: Decent. . Recommendations: Get what I STAMPED!! . Accessibility: It's wheelchair friendly, & it's differently abled persons friendly. 5 Stars=STAMP 4 1/2 Stars=LIKE THAT 4 Stars=DELICIOUS 3 Stars=DECENT 2 Stars=PASS 1 Star=NAH #Bigschlimsreviews read more

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Visited this place as part of an event. This will be my second time trying Uyghur food and every time it hits the spot. The food that was provided was so hearty and the meat was cooked to perfection. The cold noodles rice were my fav two dishes. The owner and staff were so attentive with service and the different food options were endless. I also enjoyed hearing about the owners story with coming to America and his side business with his fresh team and chili oil. I would come back to eat and would bring my family. read more

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I walked in and was shown to my seat. It took a little while for the server to come over but I didn't think much of it. The food was okay but not as spicy as advertised and smaller on the portion size. Where this restaurant went wrong was that they were selling MOLDED cheesecake. I was completely thrown off by this so much that I lost my appetite. I had to stand at my table and flag down my waiter to pay my bill. I informed my waiter of the molded cheesecake and he didn't seem too concerned or surprised! I want to support small businesses but not at the expense of my health. read more

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Awesomeeeee portions. Got the big plate order. Lots of food and tastes amazing. I will be coming again. Smells very clean and nice in here as well and good AC. Thanks for the experience. read more

Dolan Uyghur Restaurant - Big Plate Chicken - Turkish Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

We had a wonderful dining experience here and will definitely be back! From the moment we walked in, we were warmly welcomed by the staff. The restaurant is beautifully decorated with Uyghur artworks that create a warm, inviting atmosphere and immediately made me feel at home. While waiting for a friend to arrive, we ordered a pot of Dolan tea. It was flavorful, refreshing, and not overly sweet. For appetizers, we tried the meat samsa and the kawa (butternut squash) samsa. Both were delicious and surprisingly juicy. The meat samsa was especially impressive--the beef was hand-cut into small, uniform pieces rather than machine-ground, giving it an excellent texture and flavor. For our main courses, we ordered the Dolan Laghman, Royal Laghman, Pearl Noodles, and Korma Chop. Since hand-pulled laghman noodles can be difficult to share, we asked whether one order could be divided into three smaller portions. The waiter happily accommodated our request without hesitation, which was greatly appreciated. Everything arrived together and at the perfect temperature. The hand-pulled noodles were fresh, chewy, and packed with flavor. The Pearl Noodles and Korma Chop were equally delicious. We enjoyed several pots of tea while catching up with friends and savoring the meal. For dessert, we ordered the honey cake, kazandibi, and sütlaç, along with a couple of lattes and a coffee. The desserts were wonderful on their own, but pairing them with coffee made for the perfect ending to the meal. What stood out most was the combination of authentic Uyghur cuisine, attentive service, beautiful décor, and thoughtful hospitality. When I visit restaurants that highlight a distinct cultural heritage, I usually don't expect a refined dining atmosphere. This restaurant completely changed that perception. It successfully combines authenticity with elegance, creating an experience that feels both culturally rich and genuinely special. We left with full stomachs, happy memories, and a deeper appreciation for Uyghur cuisine. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy authentic Uyghur food in a warm, welcoming, and beautifully curated setting. read more

I made a reservation for 20 people a month ago. Two days prior to the date, I had dinner at Dolan because i wanted to confirm the reservation and check in about the menu. The afternoon of our reservation, I called to place a family-style order but was told our reservation had been cancelled due to another event. No apology, no attempt to make it right. I was just told someone got their wires crossed and they could not accommodate us. I had to scramble to find another place to seat a large party at the last minute. It was their attitude about the whole thing that bothers me the most. While I want to support this restaurant, I will not be eating there again. read more