located in a large shopping center with pay for parking garage…read more I was sat by the hostess right away, I had a choice of wherever I wanted to seat, plenty of seating. there is also a bar area with available seating my waiter doubled as the bartender. he was amazing, friendly, attentive and considerate. he made my drinks immediately. you're given a fresh moist towel at the table to clean noodles, soups and dessert came pretty quick, the only thing that took a little longer to arrive was my bao buns, which you have the option of having it steamed or pan fried. all were delicious. 2 separate single bathrooms

We went to Yunnan by Potomac Noodle House for a late brunch on a weekend. It was easily accessible…read moreby metro and not crowded when we went. The space is airy, filled with light and felt modern and beautifully designed. Decided to do the Endless Table Essentials Tier ($44/guest) with some drinks (+$1 each). I felt like the food in this tier was pretty good value - highlights were the xiao chi platter, the char siu specials (perfect char), pork wuharou, and little pot mixian noodle. The food came out a little bit slow despite the restaurant not being full, which contributed to us eating less than I expected to during the 90 min res. But, for AYCE the food quality definitely beat my expectations. Would skip the crispy garlic rice as it was pretty plain and the souffle pancake (honestly more sponge cake than souffle?). I've heard the Braised Beef Lu is good so I'd come back to try that next time. If you're looking for a modern asian brunch/lunch spot, definitely recommend checking out this restaurant!

A lot to say. First off the service was amazing. I was greeted with smiles upon entering and the…read moreteam seemed to be very happy and it really made the dinner enjoyable. I started off with the FireCracker roll. Which was a warm Tuna roll with an amazing presentation and flavor. I started off with Their Green Gin drink which was a newer item on their menu. The contrast between the cucumber Gin and Mint herb phenomenal. You could taste every individual piece and it was refreshing. I went with the Shio Tamten Ramen and they did really well with the noodles. Perfect tension and break away as you pick up each bundle for a bite. The chicken was cooked really well. I was not able to finish the bowl because of the quantity and deliciousness. After I finished my meal. I topped off with the Old Fashion which was the perfect pallet cleanser into the desert. For Desert I went with their special. The French Toast Ice Cream. Again I cannot stress the quality of their presentations. They are extremely appropriate and eye catching. When I bit into the French toast I was expecting the bread to be room temperature over the cold ice cream. I was wrong. They figured out how get the differences of hot and cold to work in perfect unison. Well done Boru I will be coming back! 5 stars!

Ordered for delivery (through Uber Eats) and it was prepped very quickly on a Friday night and…read morearrived still hot. The portion size was very generous, especially the amount of noodles. Could definitely have stretched it to 2 meals. I also loved the egg, it was a little sweet. The pork belly was melt in your mouth. Beware of the chili oil, it's incredibly spicy (at least for me lol). A small splash makes the ramen perfect though. Will definitely order again!!

Always a positive experience. It starts off with free parking in a garage right behind the…read morerestaurant. Seating is generally available, with a quiet and pleasant atmosphere. Servers are friendly and helpful, with a fair amount of options. Interestingly my wife tried the oroshi tonkatsu (my normal go to), so I tried the beef gyu don. My wife really enjoyed the oroshi tonkatsu, and I found the beef gyu don to be tender, very flavorful, and had a wonderful amount of pickled ginger, so I was set (very satisfied). Our meals were rounded out with miso soup and a salad.

My go-to sushi fix. This is consistently excellent foodie approved. The fish is always fresh. One…read moreof my favorite salads in all of NOVA is their tuna poke. It's a combo with sweet ranch-like dressing that seems counter Asian intuitive, but really works - maybe it's fusion. Another simple favorite is their salmon sashimi appetizer. Five pieces of sake heaven. And it's not an expensive sushi - it's reasonable and excellent.

Amazing experience! Love their Cherry Blossom Sushi. Super fresh, perfect size , excellent…read morepresentation. Rolls were pretty tight, rice didn't fall apart unlike other places. Our server had the best customer service. (And we wish we asked her name). She gave me the allergy list and was very helpful and attentive overall!. She had a great attitude and it showed she takes pride in her work. The hostess last night, though, could use some serious training. She was the exact opposite. Very u friendly, didn't smile and just looked like she was somewhere else. Bookmarked for next time!

Booked a reservation here for a Friday night while working a convention in DC. We have been to…read moreseveral ramen/sushi places in the past, and this was another one we hadn't tried. Upon checking in we were sat at a 4 top and placed drink orders. We ordered sushi to start - I ordered a wagyu type sushi which was good. We also added a couple of rounds of dumplings which came out barely warm. For my entree I ordered a miso ramen- I asked for it without mushrooms. The taste was good. Overall I liked this place - bar area which was crowded and noisy, but the back seating area wasn't as busy and more laid back.

Ichiban Sushi & Ramen is a solid addition to the Shirlington dining scene. The first thing that…read morestands out is the environment, the restaurant is very clean and nice, which makes it a pleasant spot for a sit-down meal. Parking is a hit or miss, as far as the street, but there's garage parking nearby. Regardless, both you have to pay. The portions here are quite generous, and you definitely won't leave hungry and most likely with food to go for another meal at home. I.S.H. ROLL - $16.95 This roll was so delicious and very filling. It's packed with deep-fried tempura shrimp, jalapeño, cream cheese, and avocado, then topped with spicy kani, eel sauce, and spicy mayo (I omitted the eel sauce). The flavors work really well together, though for the price point, I do wish they used real crab meat instead of the kani (imitation crab). It would have taken the roll to the next level! I thought I would want more rolls to try but I barely could finish this alone. SHRIMP RAMEN BOWL - $18.95 I ordered this with the veggie broth, and it was a huge amount of food. It's a very hearty bowl, I added chili paste for some heat, though I personally wish they had chili oil instead, as it usually mixes into the broth a bit more smoothly. SHIRLEY TEMPLE $4 I had a Shirley Temple, it was a good drink, but be aware that they don't offer free refills on it which kinda was disappointing. As for the service, it was nice and perfectly decent. The staff was polite enough and the food arrived in a timely manner. Overall, Ichiban is a great choice if you want a clean atmosphere and large portions. While there are a few small areas for improvement like the crab meat and the drink refills, it's still a very satisfying place for a meal in Shirlington.

Good place in Shirlington, VA for sushi and ramen. The prices are comparable with the area, the…read morefood is good, staff is friendly and the place is clean. One of my favorites is the Washington Nationals roll, the ramen is on the spicy side. We didn't ask to adjust the spiciness, but I'll recommend if you're sensitive to the heat. I highly recommend for a bite before going to the theater, located around the corner.

Great food, friendly service and people, nice ambiance but a bit small. Worth checking out!read more

Stopped by today for lunch recently. Got miso soup octopus…read moresalad (takosu) and 3 rolls Volcano, Godzilla, and Lion King Roll. First off their price is a bit expensive. All of the above was about $75 when you add in tips (their service is really nice) it came to $95. The amount of food that this represented would probably serve 3 people comfortably. We were two and we ended up well satisfied. When you enter the restaurant there are two levels. the 2nd level is not as well known. I would recommend going to the 2nd level. That is what we did and its nice. My friend noticed they had a sign that limits one's in seat time to 90 minutes. It's not a big restaurant so perhaps that is why or maybe because on a weekend it would be very busy and the wait time would be hard. However we went on a weekday for lunch and during that time, the upper level had 6 other diners. It's not a big place so who knows their reasoning. Overall it was enjoyable and the takosu was delicious. The Godzilla had good eel and the Lion King was huge and it had goodies all wrapped into it.

Ordered delivery from here and was pleasantly surprised. Keep in mind that the roll pieces are all…read morebite sized -- the prices seemed too good to be true but then even the inside our rolls are the same size as the small regular ones. I ordered the following: Cherry Blossom Roll Yellowtail Roll Salmon Roll Alaska Roll Monster Roll Everything was great except the cherry blossom roll. The crab on the inside didn't do it for me so I'd probably pass on this one next time. Otherwise I enjoyed everything and appreciated the smaller portions and cheaper cost.

We had a great experience with delicious food, friendly, prompt service and cozy ambiance. Ramen…read moreand tuna n Panko Yuki rolls were delicious, and we will be sure to come back for more wonderful food. We would not hesitate to recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for another round of best sushi we'v had.

My go-to spot. Love the food. The warmth. The people!…read more It's consistent in every possible way. And my favorite spot to take friends who rave about other pho spots... yeah right.

Coming from Houston, I had pretty high standards for pho, but Caphe Banh Mi pleasantly surprised…read moreme. The restaurant itself is small but cute and honestly gives off a bit of a New York vibe. There's also plenty of outdoor seating, which was perfect for us. I came with a group of 14 and we were seated outside right away. Luckily the weather was amazing, so it made for a really nice dining experience. The scenery was aesthetic and the service was impeccable. I ordered a customized pho bowl with beef slices, tripe, and tendon. The broth tasted authentic and flavorful. As someone used to Houston pho, I was actually impressed. I also didn't leave feeling super thirsty afterward, which usually tells me the broth isn't loaded with MSG. Their milk tea boba was pretty good too. Overall, I'd definitely recommend this spot to tourists or anyone looking for a solid bowl of pho.

Ryu Izakaya is literally the bomb. I have been 2 to 3 times in the past two months, and it has…read morequickly become one of my go-to spots. I usually go for their happy hour, which I love so much. Not only is the food great, but the interior is so cute and the ambiance is amazing. It has that cozy, intimate vibe with really fun decor, and they also have a larger dining area if you are going with a group. I have gone on weekday evenings for happy hour, and it has never been too crowded, which makes the experience even better. This place honestly feels like a hidden gem that I want to gatekeep but cannot. I always order the crunchy spicy salmon roll, smoked salmon nigiri, salmon nigiri, and tamago nigiri, and they never miss. Everything tastes fresh, flavorful, and well made. I have also brought friends here who are picky sushi eaters, and they all loved it, which says a lot. Definitely a spot I will keep coming back to and recommending. If you are looking for good sushi, great vibes, and a solid happy hour, this is the place.

They have really good flavors and a good happy hour. Attached to a motel, the bathroom situation is…read moreinteresting in that you have to leave the restaurant and go upstairs into the motel bathroom. The food and service were.l generally good but nothing stood out. I enjoyed their inari flight. The fried oysters were nice. Definitely go for their instagrammable drinks. Lychee martini was the star of the meal.

We came here on a whim late Friday night chasing a sushi craving. We are always looking forward to…read moretrying new sushi places. Walking in on a Friday and being the only people in there should have been a sign. Service was fine, ambiance a little dark and not exciting. The sushi- the sushi was by all means gross. We had 4 different rolls and there was no distinct taste. All ingredients were mushy and creamy with no real structure to the rolls at all. The rice was hard as though it had been sitting out. We were extremely disappointed and couldn't barely stomach the rolls. They looked beautiful but just extremely mushy. We can't say we would return. Sorry ;/

I am super surprised at the low reviews of this place, because it's definitely one of the best…read moreeateries in the Crystal City area! Bonsai Sushi is a Korean-owned Japanese spot that offers an extensive menu, offering items such as teriyaki, katsu, udon, ramen, bento boxes, sushi, sashimi, specialty rolls, and more! We came here for an early dinner, and we were pleasantly surprised at the number of patrons dining in - we also noticed that many were calling ahead and putting in to-go orders, and the staff recognizing and greeting their regulars. We ordered: +a Japanese Lasagna maki roll +a Box Combination - you can choose from chicken/beef/salmon teriyaki or salmon shioyaki; then, a choice from shrimp & vegetable tempura, chicken/pork/fish katsu; and, finally, a choice from nigiri, sashimi, and rolls; I opted for the Salmon Teriyaki, the Chicken Katsu, and the Kabuki Roll (prepared with shrimp tempura, avocado, and crabmeat); the box also comes with shrimp shumai +a Ramen Set (the Be Set) - the Spicy Tonkotsu (prepared with pork broth, bok choy, bean sprouts, scallions, seaweed, and pork with a boiled egg) and a spicy tuna roll Both the miso soup and the dressing with the amazing sesame-based dressing were delicious - the soup was extremely hot, just the way I like it, and the lettuce was very fresh and crisp! We enjoyed our meal, as everything was prepared made-to-order and came out fresh! The chicken katsu wasn't too thick, well-battered, and the sauce was very yummy! The salmon teriyaki was very fresh with a not-so-sweet teriyaki sauce that was complementary! The egg in the ramen was cold, so I wished it was heated through with the broth and marinated a bit more. The shrimp shumai that was included in the box was mushy and forgettable. The maki rolls were tasty - the spicy tuna roll had a nice kick, and the rice to filling ratio was good. Definitely a nice cozy spot with a handful of seating; staff were kind, welcoming, and attentive! Bonsai Sushi is definitely going into our dinner rotation! +fresh rolls +tasty bento box combinations +kind & friendly service