I only had Uyghur food in a couple places and was very excited to try. I believe Uyghur is pronounced we-ger. I tried the Laghman: pronounced like ramen but with an L I believe. The hand stretched noodles are made here fresh and are super thick, long, chewy, meaty and delicious. I absolutely loved them. The noodles do not contain eggs. I got my laghman with tofu and vegetables and it had some wood ear mushrooms. I ordered it at the highest spice level and it was delicious. There was some broth/ sauce and it almost reminded me of a combo of a Chinese sauce and a NM strong red Chilli. It was quite interesting. The decor here was nice too and I really liked their chilli crisp. I had to repeat this spot to try more and tried the Korma chop noodles (I had to get something with those same amazing hand pulled noodles again!). I really loved it. I ordered it at the highest spice level as well. These noodles are best eaten fresh and not as leftovers. I hope to try more in the future in one of their locations (sounds like the ones in CA with same name have different ownership)! My general rating system: 1 star: I would stay away 2 stars: Has some good things about it but I generally don't recommend. 3 stars: Pretty good. I wouldn't go out of my way to go back but a decent place 4 stars: Great place. I would go back. 5 stars: I highly recommend stopping whatever you are doing and making plans to try it out! An Evie favorite! read more

Dolan Uyghur Restaurant - Vegetarian laghman noodles highest spice level-- so good - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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I've never had Uyghur cuisine before, and it was so good! Reminds me of Chinese food. Cute space, didn't need a reservation, and was able to get a table no problem. They serve coffee during the day where I assume they have their pastries. Highlight was the korma chop - you definitely should specify your spice level. Medium was perfect and not too overpowering. The sauce that this comes with is so yummy. Wasn't a fan of the fried eggplant - it was on the sweeter side and the peppers weren't sautéed long enough. Service was friendly, but it did take a bit to get our check (you can just walk up to the counter to close out). Would definitely come back! read more

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Recently tried this place after hearing several positive recommendations. We sat on the first floor at a table for two. The restaurant has a more causal interior and is very clean. The menu had so many options we asked the waiter for recommendations. We got the naan which came with honey to dip in. The naan was ok and decent to dip in the sauce of the noodles but I would recommend getting a different side dish. We split two noodles dishes, the Korma Chop and the Royal Laghman. We picked beef for both. Both tasted like a grandmother's handmade dinner. These dishes felt like a warm hug. Really great flavor and each element was cooked perfectly. For dessert wine of the servers recommended we look at the different options in the dessert case at the front. We decided to get the walnut flavor of the Dolan Cake. It's a layered cake with whipped cream and chocolate. It has an interesting texture and it's not too sweet. I will definitely come back to try more dishes. read more

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I took my aunt here for lunch and I had the signature rice noodles with chicken and she had the fried rice with shrimp. My dish was delicious and I really enjoyed it. It's close to my home and I will be back again in the future! read more

Dolan Uyghur Restaurant - Signature Rice Noodle - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

My daughter has recently moved to the D.C. area and is determined to try as many different types of cuisines from the many cultures that call this area home. I was more than pleased to try Uyghur cuisine recently. Parking was found around the corner on the street. There is an upstairs and downstairs with cozy areas to sit and dine. Large glass windows in front offer a nice view of the activities of this eclectic neighborhood. Our first foray into Uyghur cuisine was a delight and introduced a delightfull mix of different flavors of well prepared foods. We started with a large French press style carafe filled with one of the most delicious teas I have had in a while. They have their own blend of Dolan Gul Chai which is a floral tea. It was so enjoyed by both of us that we both purchased the 100g canister of this tea to bring home. For appetizers we tried both the Samsa which had minced beef, lamb and onion and the Kawa .Samsa that was filled with butternut squash onions and peppers. They were delicious but sadly served as just piece. We also tried the Arlash Korma, Goshnan and saved room for a dessert of Uyghur. I would definitely like to come back and try more of their traditional styles of food. My only disappointment was that the service was quite slow. It was a busy Saturday afternoon and a pre-holiday weekend. When we did see our server she was helpful and multitasked the dining areas. read more

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Things didn't go perfect on my first visit but the staff was very apologetic and also provided a free dessert to make up for the trouble. I ordered a noodle dish MILD and it came out quite hot. I should have sent it back but by the time they came to check on us I had already eaten quite a bit and decided it wasn't worth the trouble. My friend's kid had gotten the same dish and they did remake hers and we all tasted and agreed the mild version was delicious. The pumpkin pastry was absolutely delicious and I hope I can try the noodle dish again actually mild. I liked how the tofu was prepared for the dish and the noodles have the best texture. The free dessert was a chocolate cake. It was not very sweet and had a sort of cream cheese icing. It wasn't an American style chocolate cake for sure but it was really good!!!!! read more

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Great place to try some cool Uyghur food!! There's a cozy cafe inside and outdoor seating available. I came on a Friday around 12 pm and were seated immediately with no wait. Korma Chop (5/5): I got the classic korma chop based on the reviews (most people seem to order this). It is a super rich noodle stirfry tossed with some veggies and your choice of meat (I chose beef). The noodles were thick and hand-pulled, perfect texture. I also loved the flavors, Spicy but not too overpowering. Not too salty nor oily, perfect amount of sauce and seasoning. Sesame seeds on top. It was also a good portion size. I would get it again! Chuchurra (4/5): I was not that big of a fan of this soup because personally, I'm not a huge fan of lamb or gamey meats. But I can see how others would enjoy this. Flavorful and hearty lamb broth with mini lamb/beef wontons and little bits of cilantro. A bit on the saltier side. I heard they're opening a location in Rockville which will be closer to me! Excited to go try more Uyghur food :) read more

Dolan Uyghur Restaurant - Korma Chop - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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I've been here several times and always leave happy. Such an interesting blend of flavors from Central Asia and China. If you are looking for something different, you must check this place out... oh and the honey cake. read more

Dolan Uyghur Restaurant - Uyghur Pilaf and Korma Chop - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Odd experience getting the cold egg noodle. It had no cilantro as pictured but some kind of vegetable on top that was very crushed, perhaps cucumber, on top. Noodles looked okay but were coming apart, uncooked and a bit mushy for me. However the pogaca was a nice snack. read more

Visiting Washington D.C. and wanted to try some food that we can't get in St. LOUIS. I don't even think a lot of people know what Uyghur food is, so it was pretty cool that I was able to try it for the first time. I ordered the Korma Chop and my friend ordered a soup dish! (Ooops sorry! I forgot the name of it). Both dishes were delicious. However, the Dolan cake was a bit underwhelming. It reminded me of those pastries you get at a Chinese buffet. I didnt find it to be anything special. It was a but warm in the restaurant and a bit chilly outside, but we decided to sit in. Gender neutral bathroom Friendly service Definitely worth checking out! read more

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I got the Goshnan and the sunset drink. It was really good. ID definitely come again!

It's incredible - every time I come back, I try something new, and it always knocks me back: everything here has a taste that's completely new to me. Turkic-influenced, the flavors are all fascinating--"influence of neighboring cultures such as Greek, Persian, and Arabic cultures." Honors to the Laghman noodle dishes, the Mantas (dumplings - if ordering pumpkin plan to do so early as it's a 20 min process, and be prepared that it tastes nothing like you're expecting), and everything on their appetizer list is amazing so far. read more

Upon reading the reviews on google; I was expecting a rich experience. The meal that we ordered could have been presented better, and the staff could have been more attentive. Overall the experience was lackluster and could have held up to the 4 stars on Google. read more

Very unique, delicious food with many healthy and vegetarian options, and a nice cultural vibe! This place would be great for vegans, vegetarians, and folks who eat meat. The food has similar flavors to Thai and Chinese, and is less oily than typical restaurant food. I'll definitely come back with family! read more

Dolan Uyghur Restaurant - Kawa Manta (Pumpkin) Korma Chop - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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What a wonderful spot. Already planning to bring my mom here when she's in town next month! I've never had Uyghur cuisine. Everything I tried was wonderful -- from the fried green beans and the lamb Kazan to the Dolan Laghman and milk tea. The portions are healthy (I took 80% home!). Space is fairly casual with basic tables and place settings. Service was good - though you can tell they got busy towards the end. Excited to return! read more

Dolan Uyghur Restaurant - Fried Green Beans * Dolan Laghman lamb Kazan - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Dolan serves typical Uyghur and Central Asian food. It is a casual and cozy two level spot. Service is friendly but slow and haphazard, so genuine if you are accustomed to dining in Tajikistan. The highpoints were the Uyghur salad and the Uyghur tea. The salad looks very simple and uninteresting, but looks are deceiving: it is composed of veggies and dried goat cheese with a complex range of flavors...I could have eaten more. The samsa was also a tasty bundle of chopped meat, lightly seasoned and enveloped in a nice pastry. Sadlybthe layman was a big disappointment: the homemade hand-pulled noodles were ok, but the sauce strange and astringent while simultaneously sickly sweet. A day later I am grossed out. The kebabs looked OK, but unfortunately we did not order them. read more

Dolan Uyghur Restaurant - Casual spot right by the Cleveland Park Metro - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

My first visit to Dolan Uyghur was at their new restaurant in Rockville. The food and service were outstanding. I expected a similar experience at the DC restaurant this past Saturday night but was disappointed. Although the Kawa Samsa appetizer and main dishes were flavorful, the Royal Laghman with chicken contained barely any meat and the Korma Chop with tofu had virtually no vegetables. The portions were also meager. There were few people in the restaurant yet it took several minutes for a waiter to show up at our table. The food service was relatively quick, though. Also, they do not serve any alcohol. read more

Amazing place! There was an issue with uber delivery coming to pick up order and the employee I spoke to was so friendly and helped me resolve the issues. He even threw in a free piece of cake. Excellent noodles, cucumber salad, and cake! I asked for extra spicy and the spice level was actually on point. I'm excited to take my fiancé here and actually dine in. read more

Dolan Uyghur Restaurant - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Quick service, delicious food, great location (next to the metro) , gorgeous and classy spot, what is more to like?!? We stopped in post-Zoo with a hungry fam and got a few dishes to share. The service was polite and prompt and we ordered some amazing dishes. What really elevates this spot, beyond all the options, is the vibe. Classy but casual, gorgeous and cozy, this spot has it! Even with our kiddo, we were all able to find something to eat and we couldn't say no to the desserts, which were absolutely superb! If you're looking for something filling, flavorful, fun, and casual, MUST STOP! read more

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This was my first visit to a Uyghur restaurant, though not my first time having Uyghur food. We arrived around 5 and got a seat without a reservation. We ordered the cold skin noodles based off reading other reviews and they were fantastic--probably our favorite part of the meal with their tangy sauce and perfect level of spice. My tofu dish was very tasty and spicy--nothing like Mapo tofu which I always find to be lacking in flavor. My brother loved his Dolan noodles, though he would have like even more sauce to scoop them up with. The crowning moment of the night was after I mentioned that I was paying the full bill (rather than a split check) because it was my brother's birthday. A couple of minutes later, they came out with cake and a candle--a complete surprise! Not only were we delighted by their thoughtfulness, that cake was ridiculously good. Top three chocolate cake that I've had in my life. Dense, moist, and lightly sweet. So impressed with their hospitality, ambiance, and food. I'll be back! read more

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Perfect place for a late lunch after the zoo. The korma chop was a standout! Perfectly seasoned with medium spicy level, the noodles were chewy and thick. It reminded me slightly of Tibetan food! Service was great, the bathrooms were clean! read more

Dolan Uyghur Restaurant - Tandoori Naan, Pineapple Yogurt Drink, Iced Dolan Chai - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Five stars yes! We came here for the first time and tried many dishes. The flavors are amazing. My favorite is the pepper steak and Uyghur salad with feta. Soak up the pepper steak with lots of rice. I almost licked my plate clean. On the way out I had the hot white chocolate drink and it was the perfect ending to a superb meal. We ate up every bite. read more

Finally left when they hadn't come to take my order *a full half hour after I was seated.* other tables in my area were waiting similar times for checks, refills, etc. maybe the food is okay, wouldn't know read more

The cold skin noodle is not good anymore. Tastes staled and over priced. Disappointing!!

This was great restaurant with great food and service. We started with the samsa it was great. It the puff pastry was perfectly made. It was warm and flaky. The meat inside was perfectly seasoned. Also we got the UYGHUR SALAD it has tomato, onion, blueberry, feta, white vinegar, and sesame oil. Tasted fresh and crisp. The dressing added great flavor with acidity cut by the sweetness of the blueberries. Was a perfect appetizer. For entrees we got the MOM'S LAGHMAN and rib kebab. Both were very good laghman is noodle dish served with lamb. It was very good spicy but you can choose your spice level. I like it hot so it was perfect for me. The noodles were nice and tender. The vegetables were perfectly cooked as well as the lamb. The lamb ribs were perfectly cooked as well as being well seasoned. The vegetables were perfectly cooked. It was a nice level of spice. Inside it has nice home ambience to it. We also got their uyghur tea. It was nice and floral tasting. Overall a great experience would go back. read more

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When I used to live in China, there was a Uyghur restaurant in my apartment complex that I ate at all the time. This place took me back to that. The restaurant was packed when I ate here. Thankfully, they have 2 floors of seating. For as busy as the restaurant was, they definitely have a system down, because our food came out very quickly. Everything was insanely delicious. If you're in DC, you should definitely try this place. read more

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Korma chop, how are you so delicious and perfect? Your thick chewy laghman noodles are fresh and tasty. Your grilled vegetables are perfectly cooked and help me think I'm "eating healthy". Your lamb, tender and rich, fills my belly with happiness. And your amazing spices and seasonings tie everything together. In all seriousness, Dolan Uyghur is a great restaurant with friendly staff, a welcoming atmosphere, and really delicious food. Their hearty dishes were great for a cold winter night. I'm so glad that our neighborhood has a Uyghur restaurant, especially one as great as Dolan. read more

Dolan Uyghur Restaurant - Korma Chop * - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Don't know what happened, but I was back in DC and craved the Dolan I remember. Unfortunately the hand-pulled noodles were overly chewy and tasted like they were a day old. The Samsa was the same; not the good kind of crunchy (like old dough) and cold. Would give one star, but I had baklava as well and that was still great. read more

This place was ok - I've been meaning to try this cuisine but what I got was kind of bland - I got the pumpkin dumplings & we tried the honey bread. It was meh at most. Not sure if I'd go again. The restaurant in itself is in a cute little area though. read more

Dolan Uyghur Restaurant - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This was our first visit to this restaurant that is located near Cleveland Park Metro Station. It is a two story restaurant. We sat on the second floor since we needed a large table. The menu must be retrieved on your cell phone. The waiter took our order within 10 minutes and entrees were served within 10-20 minutes. Water bottles are left at the table for refills. We tried fried calamari as an appetizer, which was tasty and looked like French fries. For entrees, we had Hot Chicken Stew, Beef Katlima, Korma Chop Noodles, and Fried Eggplant. All the entrees were large. They looked spicy, but weren't. Lots of garlic added for flavoring. Service was slow after we finished eating. Our waiter was gone and didn't tell us. We had to find someone else to give us our check. There should be more wait staff to help on the second floor. read more

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There's nice outdoor seating with umbrellas. We ordered mushroom salad, Mom's Laghman, and the Kawa goshan for my sister, myself, and 4 year old nephew. The mushroom salad is served cold, it has a vinegary sauce with pickled sweet peppers and onions. The mushrooms themselves do not absorb the sauce/flavor well, so make sure to get everything in each bite. I probably wouldn't order again. Mom's Laghman was spicy (very spicy to my nephew -- he was pounding the water). Very flavorful, heat was there, but not overpowering. The noodles were soft, slightly chewy. I enjoyed this and it was a nice foil to the Kawa Goshan, which was slightly sweet with the pumpkin, and the cooking yogurt dip. These were both delicious and I recommend ordering them (or variations of) as a pair. Service was attentive. I actually had issues with the yelp app and purchasing their $5 off $20 Yelp coupon, but they still honored it. This was my first time trying Uyghur food, and it was delightful. Please consider supporting them! read more

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Yum! It's amazing to have a Uyghur restaurant in Cleveland Park. Now more than ever, it's so important to support marginalized communities. It doesn't hurt that the food is amazing! A cold winter night is the PERFECT setting for this hearty and rich meal. The desserts are the perfect way to end a great night. Service is quick and kind. This is a wonderful community asset! read more

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Wowwww. This meal was excellent. I didn't take any photos of what my dining companions got, but we all thought this was an excellent meal. Service was excellent, and we sat at a table in the front by the window which was cozy and good for people watching. I will absolutely come back if I'm in DC again. read more

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As an Uyghur from Kashgar, the food, environment, and service were so lovely! The lagman, lamb kabob, and big plate chicken were so flavorful and tasty. If you're an uyghur wanting good uyghur food you should check this place out! If you're not uyghur you should still check this place out! men bek hoshboldum, rahmettttttttt read more

Excellent food, warm ambiance. Feels like a warm family room in a busy house. No complaints.

On recommendation of my DC Daughter, I took a walk to Dolan on Connecticut in the Cathedral Heights area of DC. As soon as I walked in I was impressed with how beautiful and welcoming this place was and my expectations of the food were raised immediately! The menu was huge but not overwhelming and with the variety, you are sure to connect with flavors and heat levels that appeal to you. We ordered a few entrees to share and the same with desserts. Everything was fantastic and disappeared quickly! As we lingered over deserts, Dolan hot tea, and conversation, we knew we had made a great choice for our experience in choosing Dolan. I would easily recommend this as a place read more

Dolan Uyghur Restaurant - Chicken Kebab * - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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This was my first time trying Uyghur food and I really enjoyed it! The servers were really attentive and the restaurant is nicely decorated with cute porch seating in the front. This is a good place to take parents or for a more formal dinner! The korma chop was good, I asked for chili oil because mild wasn't spicy enough. I do wish it had more vegetables, haha read more

Dolan Uyghur Restaurant - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

First time experiencing Uyghur food and wow do I plan on enjoying it much more in the future! Sigara boregi was inhaled within seconds which was fortunate because the service was quick to bring our entrées. The entrées were so delicious and the large portions made for a great to go box for leftover dinners the next night. Can't wait to try more things off the menu. read more

4.5 stars, rounding up for consistency with other reviews of Uyghur places. If you like chewy, thick noodles, this is a wonderful place to go. The noodles taste freshly made, and I've been to enough Uyghur restaurants that I know this is as good as you'll get in NYC or the former USSR. They also use fresh vegetables, which is nice. I did find the sauce to be a bit overwhelmingly salty, and I might note that this food isn't _better_ than at other good Uyghur restaurants in other cities. But I'd absolutely get off the red line for it again. read more

If you're looking for some delicious halal Uyghur cuisine this is what I would recommend! Great cozy spot and delicious food! I've visited this spot a couple times now and the food has always hit the spot. My recommendation would be the beef korma chop, and the lamb kabobs!!! Yum!!! Will definitely come back! read more