We love this small but mighty Chinese carry out! My kids go to USArts in the same plaza for drawing…read moreclass on Wednesdays and we get takeout here after if we have no other dinner plans. I usually get the general tso's chicken, beef chow fun, and a large hot n sour soup, and it's enough to feed our family of four. I usually prefer authentic Chinese food but once in a while I crave for some classic Americanized dishes as well! I can tell that the food is not loaded with MSG and grease like some other places. I also like the new, clean, and modern look of the place. The nice gentleman gave my son a free soda one time - thank you!

We drove thru 30 min of traffic to try Chans since our area does not have good chinese take out…read more It's located in a very small shopping center and it's take out only! We ordered the food thru their website and had it scheduled and gave us the option to pay in store. We ordered the 2 piece egg rolls, hot and sour soup (pint), vegetable lomein, general tso chicken, moo shu pork, and beef with broccoli and came with 3 white rice. The food came out hot and was still hot when we got home! We enjoyed everything! It was worth the drive, but maybe not during the week days lol. Def try it if you live in the area!

Coming from LA, Chef Tan is a breath of fresh air. One of the best hunan Chinese restaurants in the…read moreDMV. The J3 Stir-Fried Diced Chicken with Milet Pepper was my favorite, juicy chicken and just the right amount of spice. The J1 Stir-Fried Beef with Celery was also a great follow up. The service was cordial and observant. The atmosphere was cozy and welcoming!

At Chef Tan, the kitchen channels the unapologetic boldness of Hunan cuisine--fermented heat, fresh…read morechiles, and layered aromatics delivered with notable precision. The Century Egg with Chili & Eggplant is a revelation and a must-order: creamy, pungent yolk and silky eggplant meld into a deeply savory, chili-laced mash that lingers memorably. The Sautéed Sliced Lamb in Hunan Style follows with tender, well-seasoned slices that showcase the kitchen's deft hand. Elsewhere, the Hunan Style Fried Tilapia is flavorful but lacks the same distinction, while the Stir-Fried Beef with Celery--though tasty--suffers from a less ideal cut. The Sautéed Cauliflower with Pork lands as competent but unremarkable. A meal here underscores both the heights and occasional inconsistencies of a kitchen otherwise committed to vibrant, authentic expression.

great food and always on time with my orders. I will keep coming back to local place for fresh made…read morefood

There are lots of Chinese delivery places in the area and this is one of the best around. I had…read moreanother excellent delivery meal from this place. The beef with string beans was a large portion and was hot and fresh with lots of flavor. I'll order from here again, keep up the good work.

I was in the area and came in for take out to enjoy for lunch the next day at home. I live in an…read morearea that doesn't have very much in the way of ethnic joints, so anytime I'm in the Northern VA area, I try to grab something to bring home and enjoy for dinner or lunch the next day. I used Toast to place my order and simply went in to pick it up and it was ready on time for my arrival. I re-heated what I got in the microwave oven and that didn't take long and it tasted great. I got their cumin beef and their long pepper chicken. Both had the correct, and diverse flavors I enjoy from "non-American-style" Chinese joints. The heat level was also perfect; nice & spicy!! The textures of the proteins were spot on. The amount of seasonings and everything were great too. Definitely would return!

I got recommended to this place by a fellow foodie friend, and I was impressed with the flavor! We…read morehave since come here four times, and will continue to come when we are craving Chinese food. So with no surprise, the food has a lot of chilis, but the spice is not overwhelming or the type to make you feel like your mouth is on fire. They have a decently sized menu and a few vegetarian option as well. They are transparent about what foods are gluten free, and the staff there are happy to go over those things with you and answer what questions you may have if you have certain allergies. Our favorite things to order here are the lazi chicken, and egg plant dish. We also enjoy the cauliflower. Their food comes with a personal size bowl of rice that is complimentary and does not cost extra. If you order to go, their food is done very quick, and a big majority of their orders are to go. The dining space is small, and can fit parties of 4 easily. It's not a vibey spot but if you're looking for good Chinese food, try this place out!

The original Rockville location has been quietly earning its reputation, and the McLean outpost…read morecarries the torch without skipping a beat. For a self-proclaimed Chinese food snob, that kind of consistency across locations isn't just appreciated -- it's rare. This is the place I bring family and friends visiting from out of town when I need to guarantee both quality and a good time. No hesitation, no asterisks. That's a short list. The menu hits two lanes perfectly: bold, soul-warming noodle soups and dry noodles loaded with zesty mix-ins that slap just as hard. The flounder with sour pickled cabbage noodle soup is the move if you want something that's simultaneously bright, funky, and deeply comforting. The spicy beef brisket in golden soup is pure richness -- the kind of broth you'd drink straight if no one was watching. On the dry noodle side, the Chongqing dry noodles bring the heat and the complexity you want from that style. Don't sleep on the small eats. The scallion pancakes and soup dumplings are legitimately all-star -- not afterthoughts, not filler. One pro tip: pay attention to the rotating specials once you've locked in your favorites. And you will have favorites. Probably after visit one. Casual setting, family-friendly vibe, top-tier food. Yu Noodle earns a permanent spot on the short list.

I really enjoyed the different noodle soups. They were very flavorful and perfect for a rainy day…read more The soup dumplings were just okay; the wrapper was too thick. Also, I would recommend sticking to the original pork ones. Overall, I'd definitely come back for the noodle soups.

I just wanted to update my review because I didn't even notice that I lost my wallet yet but Vivian…read morewas able to contact me and gave me my wallet back! So nice of her and I'm so glad I was still in the restaurant when I got her message!

I've eaten in dozens of Chinese restaurants in my life, from the West to the East Coast, and Peter…read moreChang's stands among the greats at the top while differentiating itself with hints of spices and flavors that elevate its offerings while retaining authenticity. I had lunch here over Lunar New Year weekend, and found the servers friendly and attentive. My wife and I had the all-you-can-eat lunch, which has both dim sum and traditional brunch offerings. We ordered siu mai, Chang's braised pork belly, Chengdu twice cooked pork belly, dry fried red pepper chicken, bok choy, pork bao, shrimp dumplings, and kimchi friend rice. Each dish impressed, and the Chengdu pork belly impressed with delicate, savory flavors with cabbage and sauce. I can't wait to come back with all of my friends and family!

Third visit another 3/3. I tried the coconut shrimp this time and even my kids couldn't stop eating…read moreit. Forgot how big the sushi rolls were but they were devoured. At this point I'm going to try the whole menu! Had no problem getting a table for four at 5pm on a Sunday.

Songbird has such a beautiful, cozy vibe perfect for a rainy day. I stumbled upon this gem while…read moresearching for a sushi spot for lunch, and I'm so glad I did. We started with the fried chicken bao, which was saucy, crunchy, and paired perfectly with the soft, fluffy bao bun. My husband ordered the vegetable spring rolls, which he thought were just okay. Next, I had the Dynamic sushi roll, and it was excellent. The shrimp tempura inside was warm with the perfect crunch, which paired beautifully with the spicy tuna on top. For my entrée, I ordered the Singapore rice noodles, and they were by far the best I've ever had full of flavor and perfectly cooked. My husband had the fried rice with vegetables, and he really enjoyed his dish as well. We also tried the lychee cocktails, which were smooth and delicious, though a bit on the pricey side for my liking. As for the service, I have no complaints. Our food came out promptly, and our drinks were consistently refilled. Overall, it was a great experience, and I would definitely come back to try more dishes on the menu.

great vibe nice service the food was great and dim sum…read morewas great too will come back visit soon

We went here on a Saturday around noon for dim sum. The food was okay. The pork siu mai and the…read morefried sticky rice dumplings were fine, nothing remarkable. The shrimp dumplings were good. The beef ribs were really difficult to eat and the meat was not tender at all, it was much more tough and stringy than I expected. The steamed beef rice noodles also had no flavor, definitely would not recommend this dish or the beef ribs. The space was nice, there were a lot of larger tables as well as smaller tables for parties of 2 to 4. It wasn't too crowded when we went, a few larger groups and some young families. As other reviewers have noted, the service was sorely lacking. I noticed some of the servers were pleasant, but the lady who was serving us was pretty unfriendly and inattentive. She did not check on us even once to see if we needed more water. She just seemed annoyed and like she couldn't be bothered to do her job. There was another lady that did check on us near the end of our meal and she was very friendly, asked us if we needed any boxes, and offered to refill our water glasses for us. I guess your experience just depends on who you happen to get, but in my opinion, if you're that rude to customers, maybe you shouldn't be working in customer service. They do validate for parking in the lot and there's a garage that is for you for the first two hours. Overall, the prices at this restaurant are higher than is typical for dim sum. The space is nice, but for these prizes, I would expect a higher quality of food and definitely a higher quality in terms of service. I don't think that I'll be back to eat here.

Place is ok - good for a cheap mini hot pot (but soup you can drink) style dinner. The appetizers…read morewere good, namely the spicy tripe and the cold spicy chicken. The mala broth was lacking in flavor in my opinion, and the tomato one was a bit one-note (very tomatoey). The best broth I tried was the green pepper one. The ingredients they give aren't that much, mostly you'll fill up on the noodles. If you want the ingredients on the side to put in yourself you'll have to ask them or they will do it for you.

Been here twice now, and both visits were great. The Yunnan rice noodles are somewhat similar to…read morepho and make perfect comfort food for any day. Service is fast, and although the restaurant is on the smaller side, it's very clean and cozy. They also offer a good selection of appetizers.