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FIREPAN Korean BBQ

4.3 (883 reviews)
Closed • 11:30 am - 11:00 pm

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Scott W.

Solid experience. This place sits in a strip center with a lot of free parking. Our server was very attentive and helpful as we enjoyed our time in a comfortable environment. There's a ton of options to choose from and you can make every visit a great one. You'll cook your food to your liking and there are delicious dipping sauces to complement what you cook. I think my favorite is the sesame oil and salt (you'll have to ask for it). I love the pork belly dishes, but everything is very good.

Huge shout-out to David Congona at FIREPAN Korean BBQ! He took excellent care of us and made our experience even better. We were surprised to learn he's still a trainee because the service he gave us was already five-star worthy. David deserves recognition from management--having someone who makes guests feel this welcome is a big win for any restaurant. Thank you, David! We'd gladly come back and ask for you again!

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Mona L.

A spur of the moment decision to stop for dinner as we passed this restaurant which was across the large Wayne Ave. Garage where we had parked. The delicious smells hit directly into our faces as the front door was opened. This looks like a popular neighborhood establishment. We were greeted and seated immediately on a Wed. evening. The setting is a bit dark with neon lights and table booths with their BBQ grills arranged around the restaurant. It did feel a bit tight for my legs due to the way the BBQ grill was set into the table. Service was great. The person attending to us helped explain the menu, how to order and decide on which proteins to be brought out. He would occasionally pop over and help grill our meats when we became too busy talking instead of cooking our meals. We ordered the All You Can Eat Option A and you are given 1 1/2 hr. to eat, don't know how strict they would be with that. Unless you are truly hungry, I would order an à la carte dinner instead of the all you can eat option. I particularly enjoyed the thick cut pork belly, steamed egg and spicy tofu stew. There were a few small portions of Banchan to go with our meal and you would need to order additional side dishes of noodles or rice dishes separately from the all you can eat menu choices. There were tried and true hearty portions of meats to grill and it was quite filling. Nothing extraordinary but tasty and a nice place to visit on a regular basis if you want a satisfying Korean meal.

Jennifer N.

Honestly, this is my new spot. We frequent Iron Age, but decided to give firepan a try this time. All the protein was really good quality. The steak was amazing. We did try one of the sushi rolls. I would skip on those the rice on. It was very mushy. Other than that, everything was really good. The side dishes were good and the service was exceptional.

Sally A.

We love firepan. They always have great service and delicious food! Our go to is- steamed egg, rice, salad, firepan steak (literally almost like la galbi) my friend said bulgogi was her favorite, pork belly and sliced brisket. Its pretty busy in the area I would recommend reserving if you go in the middle of lunch or dinner time. We went early on sunday afternoon around 3 pm, people were still eating & busy! I also like the vibe in there. It was a bit cold but the heat from the grill was adjusting :)

Sharon H.

So glad they gave refills of the radish! Good refreshing banchan to combat the greasiness of the meat. The staff kept coming over to our table even though we chose to grill ourselves, so that wasn't ideal, but at least the staff is attentive and makes sure that their patrons don't burn down the restaurant (?). Good prime steak and brisket that wasn't too fatty. I wish they had more veggie options but this is KBBQ! They have good marinated bulgolgi from their option A too! Their ventilation is pretty good as well--my hair didn't end up smelling all Smokey! Came out very full and happy!

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Kent D.

Great time at FirePan. The service was exceptional. I like that our server provided us with the option to cook on the grill. It allowed us to just enjoy the food without the worry of burning the food. The food was really good as well. My favorite were the short ribs. Delicious. I'll definitely be back.

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Mila F.

Finally dined in and loved the quality of meat and serving size! Our waiter was friendly and offered to help with the cooking which I love as it takes the pressure off of the table paying attention and cooking. Really spacious with lots of space for walk ins on the Sunday we went! My only problem is while it was affordable for lunch ( around 35 per person for one of the all you can eat options) I really love Galbi and the combo that included galbi was quite the price jump. But def worth it despite that personal preference ! There's still so many great options - way more than a lot of places to pick from - and rice and sides are included.

Francine A.

Solid KBBQ spot in the heart of Eden Center! Good service and quality meat, but a bit overpriced compared to some other options farther out--however, the location is in the perfect spot surrounded by other fantastic eateries and shops which makes it a go-to for us. A bit busy on certain evenings, so be prepared to be on a waiting list if you don't get a reservation.

Tasnia H.

For the price in quality of the meat served at this Korean barbecue place I don't think you can beat the price! Not only do you get quality meat, but the quantity served as well is substantial to the point that you do not get hungry trying to flag your waiter down again for a second or third order set. For lunch on weekdays it is $23. All you can eat for the A package for dinner and weekends. The price is $30 per person. Will be returning here and also a great date spot to take someone if you like to enjoy privacy and have a full meal!!

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Liam our server was awesome we recieved our food so quickly and all the food tasted great!

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Amazing service and food. Definitely coming back again. Food was very tasty and fresh.

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Amazing service and food always fresh and taste the same everytime. Ambiance fits the cuisine.

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Our family loved this place. Great service. Great food. Great environment. Highly recommended.

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Is there a waitlist you can join?

Yes, you can join through yelp or their website.

Do they have a time limit for how long you can stay?

1.5 hours

Do they have galbi included in the AYCE?

They do not! But you can order it a la crate.

What's the largest table they have?

They have large tables that can accommodate about 20 people towards the middle of the restaurant. The seating style in the middle is long tables with the stove area in the middle. We had family visit from Hawaii and we took an entire table section… 

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Sloppy Mama's BBQ - Brisket Egg and Cheese, Egg and Cheese, Hash Brown

Sloppy Mama's BBQ

3.9(286 reviews)
1.6 mi
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So far, Sloppy Mama's is by far the best BBQ I've had in the Arlington area. By far…read more The ribs are superb - dry rubbed with a light sauce coating but intense flavor and the cuts aren't all choppy keeping the meat intact on the bone until it slides off when eaten. The brisket takes the show though - spectacular beef flavor, smoky with excellent bark with the excess fat rendered down keeping it juicy without a huge layer under the surface. Sides are great - the slaw has a good vinegar strength to cut the meat sweats, and the cornbread was solid. Super wide range of sauces for every taste including multiple Carolina styles, KC, Alabama white, and some spicy pepper sauces. Self serve, open seating, and expect there to be a line on weekends, but totally worth it.

Decent bbq spot - friendly cashiers but definitely a bit of a wait just for some bbq. Place was…read morereally busy midday Saturday but can't blame them. Clean restrooms and tons of indoor seating. Loved their sauce bar- Alabama, Kansas City, Carolina style to make all the different bbq lovers happy. I agree with the sentiment of wishing they had combo plates as one sausage was like 6 bucks which is wild. Foodwise - tried the coleslaw, mac and cheese, jalapeno cheddar sausage, and the pulled pork. Best thing hands down was the mac and cheese - creamy but with great flavor and a great cheese ratio. Coleslaw was so so- good but some wilted pieces and was a bit thrown by the pickle pieces (though I love pickles). Jalapeno cheddar sausage was good but in my opinion, a bit overpriced for just one sausage. Lastly - the pulled pork. While not bad quality meat, the aftertaste was a bit off putting and I think the chips they may use in their smoker are just not my vibe. With the sauces, you didn't notice it as much but just on generic taste, not my favorite pulled pork in the area. Cornbread and butter were great - no complaints there. Overall solid spot- I'd come back for sausage, maybe try the brisket, but will definitely get some mac and cheese again.

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Preservation Biscuit Company

4.3(379 reviews)
1.0 mi•Falls Church City
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Delivery review ahead!…read more I have not yet visited this place in person so I'm unsure how it is inside and how the service is. Delivery: well packaged for a long trip to DC and it remained fresh and hot. Food: Sweet potato tater tots El Lomo Saltado Both of these selections were AMAZING! The sweet potato tater tots were genius! Perfectly prepared, packing flavor in each bite. The El Lomo Saltado was DIVINE! Allow me to break down the flavors: Biscuit: gosh this biscuit was buttery and soft. And yes, the juices from the steak did not make it soggy. But back to the biscuit...the top was flaky and the inside was soft! Soft and buttery. Egg: I asked for a well done fried egg (the main dish contains over easy) the egg was perfectly cooked and delicious. Steak: the steak pieces were generous and the seasoning on the meat...dangerous! There was a slice of provolone cheese melted on the egg and the sandwich also contained pieces of potatoes and tomatoes inside. All of the flavors in this biscuit meshed together so well, making this a reallllllllllllllly good sandwich. Now I'm sold! What other fun dishes can I try on their menu?!

Preservation Biscuit Co. is such a standout and definitely worth the drive…read more I ordered the el lomo saltado and it was incredibly yummy--rich, savory, and perfectly balanced, with tender meat and bold flavor that really hit the spot. The surprise star of the meal was the tater tots. They were genuinely divine: crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and dangerously addictive. Every bite was satisfying. The food feels thoughtful and well-executed, the kind of place you keep thinking about after you leave. Definitely worth a visit, and I can't wait to come back and try more! The service was down to earth and the shop is quaint. You might need to wait for a seat to open, but it moves quickly!

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Seoul Prime - Dry Aged Ribeye Cap

Seoul Prime

4.7(433 reviews)
1.9 mi•Falls Church City

We visited near opening time on a Saturday for restaurant week menu. It was obviously empty but a…read moresteady amount of people came in while we were there, and kind of busy when we left around 115p. Inside is very modern and dark. Tables of various sized with the bbq in the center can accommodate any party size. To keep it short, the standard combo was more than enough food for two hungry guys. Quality of everything is great. Our helpful waitress did all of the cooking. As it got busier, we did have to wait a bit for our desserts and check. But overall will come back.

I was really excited to try Seoul Prime, especially with it bring covered as quarterly Resy credit…read morethrough Amex. Unfortunately, especially as a regular diner at Korean barbeque/Japanese yakiniku restaurants at a similar price point of ~$50-150pp, I can't say that I was satisfied. When it came to taste, Seoul Prime felt very average. From the get-go, the raw Hanger Steak came out as cuts of irregular cubic chunks rather than the typically thinner slices. The meat itself was not stellar, even though it was tender. Pieces of fat were left on and it didn't seem like much of anything was really seasoned (and this is coming from someone who eats on the blander side). I expected the Marinated Rib Finger to be the most flavorful, but even that did not taste very marinated. At similar restaurants, the taste of the steak alone with maybe a dash of salt or wasabi is enough to carry the meal without much need for any other sauce. Here, I felt like I needed to save my steak with ssamjang, which tasted alright. Additionally, I would've liked a more traditional sesame oil-based sauce over the mustard, but that's personal preference. With this, the available sauces did not help make the steak any better. The sides we ordered (Soybean Brisket Stew & Volcano Egg Souffle) were average; there are definitely places in the area that do better on the sides department alone. From the ambiance to pricing of Seoul Prime, it's clear that the restaurant aims to present itself as a more upscale KBBQ experience compared to the many more casual KBBQ restaurants in the area. From dropping my fork off my plate when serving meat to continuously mentioning that they are new and conversing about all things not steak--our server's banter and visible lack of experience did not match the experience Seoul Prime seeks to give, even if they were really friendly. They also left our Marinated Rib Finger on for too long at the end, which definitely burnt due to the marinade. With the abundance of KBBQ restaurants in NoVa, I'm not sure I'd return.

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La Estancia Churrasqueria - Parrillada mix to

La Estancia Churrasqueria

4.0(177 reviews)
3.2 mi
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Looking for a good steak in an unknown area, we were lucky to have found La Estancia; the pictures…read morewere enough to convince us. The service was 10/10. They were not very busy when we arrived but remained attentive during our entire visit. The food was fresh, well-seasoned, and delicious. We got a parrillada mixta, which means mixed grilled meats. It was superb! My husband had a cup of coffee, which was also good. Usually, restaurants go for generic coffee, and it's always overcooked. This was fresh and delicious. The restaurant is nicely decorated, music is playing, and there is a bar. It would be a great hang-out spot.

1 Star is too much -- Very disappointing experience…read more We were really excited to try this restaurant because we were hoping for an authentic Argentinian dining experience. Unfortunately, it was nothing like what we expected, and the food was extremely disappointing. Then I found out the owner is Bolivian not even Argentinian. The chimichurri was red and had a very different taste than what we expected. The green hot sauce was basically like eating raw jalapeño--extremely overpowering. The mashed potatoes were watery and very salty, and the broccoli was literally sitting in so much water that almost half of the bowl was full of it. The rice tasted like microwave rice, and the French fries were just ordinary fries. The biggest disappointment was the meat. It was extremely fatty, chewy, and had almost no flavor. The chicken was overcooked and tasted like leftovers that had been reheated. For an Argentinian restaurant, the quality and preparation of the meat should be one of the highlights, but unfortunately, it was the complete opposite. Honestly, we could barely eat our food and ended up leaving most of it. What made the experience even worse was that, despite barely being able to eat the food, we were still charged half of the meal. The total bill was over $85, and that included $5 for a small cup of what tasted like microwave rice. Just in case the food looks half-empty in the pictures, we did put some of the food onto our plates to try it. Unfortunately, we couldn't eat it, so that's why some of the containers look partially empty. As someone who was genuinely looking forward to trying Argentinian food, this experience was incredibly disappointing. In my opinion, this restaurant does not represent the quality or flavors that people expect from Argentinian cuisine. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this restaurant, and I would not return.

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