We had a wonderful dinner at Grace's Mandarin while visiting Washington, DC and staying just around the corner at Club Wyndham National Harbor. Our family of five was seated upstairs by the window, and the sunset waterfront view was absolutely gorgeous--it made the entire evening feel extra special. The teenagers and their dad ordered an impressive amount of sushi, and every roll was fresh, beautifully presented, and delicious. The rest of our entrées were just as excellent, with generous portions and great flavors. Everything we ordered was well prepared and arrived promptly. The atmosphere really stood out, too. Between the beautiful setting, attentive service, and stunning view of the harbor, it was an experience we all enjoyed. If you're visiting National Harbor and looking for a great place for sushi or an excellent meal with a view, Grace's Mandarin is definitely worth a visit! read more

Good Mandarin food in National Harbor. We came for a we quick meal before a meeting at Gaylords. Knowing this is a tourist area, we wondered what it would be like. We ordered light- the Hawaiian Chicken and the Harbor Fried Rice. The chicken was cooked perfectly and although not authentic Hawaiian, was a really good sautéed chicken dish. My wife wanted it and loved it. The Harbor fried rice was amazing. Maybe only Din Tai Fung is better. But this was great. We were in and out quickly, the team worked together and the food was really good. Good Chinese option in the Gaylord area. read more

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Food was good and the service matched! Will return! Ambiance was nice as well, not too loud and nice decor! read more

We decided to give this a try because a coworker recommended it. Unfortunately, it missed the mark on the flavor to cost ratio. We ordered: 1) Edamame: it was cooked great but wasn't seasoned at all. 2) Crab Rangoons: The cheese added to the top completely made the wonton soggy. It had a weird texture because of that, though it did have a decent crab taste. 3) Pork Fried Rice: $9 for pork and it did not taste anything of it. The pork is battered and fried which just completely ruined the taste. Rice wasn't coated evenly with seasoning and some parts were still white. A shame for $29. 4) Crispy Beef: this was actually the only good thing we ate. The seasoning was decent and the beef pieces were large and tender. Overall, the food was not worth the price tag, especially when you can get better Asian food somewhere else. read more

Grace's Mandarin - Asian Fusion Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

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No bread. We ordered a lot: sexy salmon roll, chicken Indonesian fried rice, shrimp crispy roll, beef Thai street noodles. Food came out fast. Service was quick! Sit upstairs for better ambiance with the water feature by the stairs. Best dish: sexy salmon roll. Skipped dessert. Overall good food and vibe, though I was very hungry so slight bias. read more

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Excellent food and drinks. The combination rice, bulgogi dish is great. Pretty pricey but cod is delicious.

It is very rare for me to waste time writing a review about food I will never eat again under any circumstances. But, this place is on a whole different universe when it comes to portions/pricing and quality of their food. I stopped by one a sunday night after placing take out from their website. These prices are EXACTLY what you would get from their in house dining. Instead of driving two hours north to my favorite chinese food place, we regretfully ordered here for my birthday. We ordered for 9$ edamame. Decent portion size for 9$, absolutely 0 seasoning on it. I mean come on. Its 2 ingredients to make edamame. How do you forget one? We also ordered crab rangoons. First off, yes we did order this as a take away so we understand the "crispy" scale falls when the steam is trapped inside the take out box. What we dont understand is if you assumedly spend the energy to make a perfect crispy wonton wrapped crab rangoon, why on earth would you put cheddar cheese on the crispy shell and serve it once the cheese melts? The wonton were basically steamed after we got home since they were smothered in a layer of cheese. That being said, you also only taste the oil that the things were fried in. It loses any flavor of whatever "crab" is inside the shells. What a waste of 19$ for 5 tiny soggy rangoons. We ordered a large shareable size of pork fried rice, the upcharge of 9$ was for the stringy pieces of pork scattered in the fried rice. Again. Why are you making something fried then smothering it in hot moist food to steam it. The breading on the pork in the fried rice was gummy and honestly not edible. There's no need to try to reinvent the wheel. Every Asian place around does chunks of pork in their pork fried rice. Might want to consider changing your preparation of the dish. Lastly, the literal only saving grace was the 2 star tiger steak. This is a generous 2 star. The sauce was savory? Yes. Did it have a depth of flavor? Not really. Did we order it spicy, and did it actually have any level of heat to it? Yes, and 3/10. We did not get it mild. Was the steak worth 39$? Embarrassing question. I honestly never thought I would have spent 102$ on Chinese food ever for two people sharing a meal. This is insane evaluation for the pricing. See the pictures below for the quality of the food. The steak came in large, medium, small, and tiny sizes. Embarrassing. I honestly have no idea how places like this are still in business. We will not be back. Jake n kev read more

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It's a solid choice for a special occasion like an anniversary! Joy was our server and she absolutely nailed it - super polite, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed. This is my second time here in 10 years and it's clear why I decided on coming back. The ambiance and vibe are still on point, with a great balance of elegance and fun. And the location? Unbeatable - the view is a nice bonus. Food-wise, it's consistently good, and the experience is always entertaining. Would definitely recommend Grace's Mandarin for a celebration or just a nice dinner out. read more

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Not impressed by the combination of their food quality and prices. The menu felt overpriced and sitting at the bar felt stale compared to the surrounding restaurant- low energy with several TVs that don't seem too related to the overall theme. To be fair the decoration and overall ambience of the restaurant is amazing - and feels like a museum - but the food does not make up for it. There aren't many options for Asian food in this part of DC making it difficult to find other options. Overall average but still generally recommend if you're in the area looking for a Royal setting. read more

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Really enjoyed my first experience at Grace's Mandarin. The Crab Rangoon was surprisingly very good, even with yellow cheese (which I usually only like on burgers), but it worked perfectly. The Emperor fried rice was hands down my favorite. The seasoning had so much flavor and tasted amazing with the shrimp and scallops. The drinks were great too. I had the Silk Road which tasted more like a light smoothie. The mango puree, strawberry and pineapple blended really well and weren't overly sweet. The lychee drink was especially good. We also had egg rolls, sushi rolls and a pork dish with a pineapple-based sauce. The sauce was really flavorful, and the pineapple gave it a taste that reminded me a bit of General Tso's chicken. Loved the little details like the purse chair and the stylish bathroom. Great food, drinks, and vibe. Definitely going back. read more

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Came here with my husband after a winter activity at the Gaylord and stopped in for happy hour. We sat by the bar, and our bartender was really helpful even though it was busy. We shared the crab rangoon--which were amazing and elevated compared to typical takeout--and a couple of sushi rolls that were fresh and tasty. I got a Pad Thai-style dish that was really good, and my husband had a thick udon noodle dish with shrimp and meat, which he loved. Overall, solid food and service. We'd definitely come back if we're in the area. read more

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First off FANTASTIC service. Every waitress was great, but Emily was awesome. They give you hot towels to wash off your hands to start the meal. We got the Tiger Beef and Togarashi Chicken. Both were the perfect amount of spicy and savory. We would definitely recommend this place. The decor in here is INSANE. It is incredible and makes you really feel the customs of the culture. It is more fine dining, so the prices are a little bit higher, but the quality and amount of food you get is worth it! read more

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summary: located in the heart of the National Harbor/Oxon Hill area, Grace's Mandarin delivers upper-scale Asian cuisine (primarily Chinese and Thai) for an overall great experience. The first thing I noticed when we walked in was the decor of everything. They have it set up in a way where there's this tall staircase as well as a bunch of decorations all around and it does look fantastic. It's definitely a unique experience. They have a great menu with a system of servers and staff that clearly have a pretty well-oiled vibe going on. They tend to get busy - much like all of the other sit-down establishments in the area, so I would plan accordingly. The reason for the docking of the 1 star is due to the flavor. The food was good, but all of the dishes come at premium prices. I wouldn't say that I was necessarily blown away by any of the dishes considering the cost. That being said though, it was still a great experience with a friendly staff. The dishes were balanced and had good flavor and it's located in a very convenient spot if you're trying to explore the National Harbor area. read more

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We got a mixed review from the group of 8. Overall, the ambience was elegant with comfort. If you time it right, you could see a beautiful sunset from the second level dining area. The service was lovely. You get a table side hot towel service to start. The food ranged from appetizers to sushi rolls to Chinese to Thai. crab rangoon, Edamame, tempura, soup, sushi rolls, and fried rice- good Panang, seafood medley, and Mandarin chicken- were a miss Salt and Pepper tofu- loved this dish (my order) read more

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Beautifully located at the National Harbor with amazing views of the Potomac River, this restaurant exudes an upscale dining experience. The wait service was attentive and friendly. Items I ate: * Salt & Pepper chicken wings- simply seasoned but very tasty. * Singapore Rice Noodles- I added shrimp as my protein. Nicely prepped. Insights: * Plenty of paid parking garages in the area. * You can reserve to dine here and I recommend to do so. * Each main entree is large enough to share with others. read more

Grace's Mandarin - Singapore Rice Noodle* - Asian Fusion Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

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The atmosphere in this restaurant is amazing. From the hot towel service to the decor down to the service it gets an A+. I had the catfish bites to start which were pretty good and some sushi as my main which was okay. The sushi roll "sexy salmon" I was not a huge fan of but I'm willing to go again and try a different roll. The nigiri I had was really good though. I had a pineapple mint margarita to drink, it was delicious and very strong. I finished off with the raspberry sorbet. The portion was huge and it was really tasty The food outside of the nigiri was just okay to me but the drinks, desert and ambiance were impressive I would give this restaurant another try read more

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Came here for date night with bae. Ive been here a bunch of times but it has been awhile. I love trying new dishes each time. Today i tried the crispy shrimp imperial rolls. They were stuffed with flavorful veggies and shrimp. Then idk why i never noticed they had brussel sprouts! My favorite thing so i ordered those with my combination ( shrimp and chicken) fried rice. I definitely could not finish everything because the portions are so large. So 3 to go boxes it is! Lol read more

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They are such a popular place with a long line, but the food and drink aren't that special. I came here twice for business meetings and once personal, every time it is the same experience. 1. Reservation: necessary They are busy. If you don't have a reservation, come prepared to wait at least 30 mins. 2. Food: 3 stars Chinese and Japanese fusion food. Nothing is that good and the price does not reflect the quality. 3. Drinks: 3 stars Mixed drinks aren't as good as other places such as Bond nearby. 4. Service: 3 stars Slow, they are very busy and lots of crowds to attend to . 5. Ambience: very loud, crowded The decor is beautiful though. read more

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I went here for happy hour, and the Singapore noodles were very delicious as well as the bartender made me a great lychee martini the bartending staff during the happy hour was also very nice and accommodating, and I love the way. The restaurant is really the epitome of feng shui. read more

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The food is always amazing! The service is impeccable and the ambiance is great for a date night!

Yes yes yes! I dined here with my cousin and her 4-year-old daughter and everything was glorious. Our server was so kind and patient with our young dining companion, ensuring she felt included and special. He delivered her drink in a special cup and made sure to highlight the kids menu (all kids meals are served in an elevated bento box that looks like a treasure chest). We sampled a variety of items including the seaweed salad (perfect texture, balanced flavors), Oshinko pickled radish rolls (unique flavor, great crunch), emerald veggie roll (radish, cucumber, cream cheese, tempura flakes, spicy mayo, avocado), and the General's Cauliflower (HOLY SMOKES - BEST THING I'VE HAD IN A HOT MINUTE). Everything was presented beautifully (including the kids meal), served at the correct temperature, and truly delicious. Pricing is a little steep for the entrees, but the sushi is pretty reasonable. Our young diner was particularly enamored by the fancy restroom - lots of gold finishes, and a tv on the wall - #winning. read more

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Mom and I had an impromptu lunch here today. We arrived at noon and they still had plenty of places to sit. Customer service was impeccable! We had a total of three people waiting on us throughout the entire experience. They made great menu recommendations. Everything came out hot, fresh, and delicious. They checked on us several times throughout the meal and insured that we were happy with everything. The bathroom is dim, but inviting. The restaurant is well lit, overlooking the water. We had great seats right by the window. Highly recommend! read more

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I took my daughter for dinner at this restaurant. Our rib appetizer was decent. Our our spring roll appetizer was decent. Our sushi was one step above grocery store sushi and that is being generous. We got $36 fried rice that had some frozen seafood, thin pork? Strips, low quality rice and frozen peas and carrots. They serve the sushi with some sort of sauce that tasted like miso soup instead of soy sauce. The wasabi probably came out of a tube. When my $133 bill came I was not shocked as everything is way overpriced listed on the menu. I was shocked that I had an 18% gratuity added to my bill for a two top table. I could have ordered food for a family of eight for Chinese delivery that would have tasted better. I would say this was lackluster at best. I guess your bill is helping to pay for the ostentatiously ugly Asian decor and giant statues outside the door. Maybe they should put more money back into their food. I will not be dining there again. Asian fusion = nothing notable. read more

Grace's Mandarin - Thanks for visiting aka thanks for being a sucka!! - Asian Fusion Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

I used to love this place when it first opened..... now, I can do without. Sorry. Wait is usually long and the food is blah. Def want to give it another chance in the future. read more

The food is mediocre and bland for the price. I was not a fan of the items I ordered. They put all their pricing in the decor but the food ingredients don't feel like quality. I feel faked out lol. Walking in you're like "WOW" then you get the food. To start I ordered the crab ragoons. I wouldn't recommending trying this as an appetizer. It's one of the pricier apps. It's like a puff pastry with shredded American cheddar on top and the flavors just taste off. I ordered the surf and turf and the plating wasn't great. Portions were fairly tiny, and the pricing was pricey. I think the MKTPC for surf and turf was $56. You get 4 flat thin pieces of baby lamb chops, 1 cup of very dry brown rice and quinoa mix (the microwave bagged kind that you can get from the grocery store). The broccoli was cooked fairly good. The crab cake was fairly tiny as well you get one and that taste alright. I will say the crab cake was definitely better than what you get with the lamb chops. The plating also comes with some sort of whipped cheese/butter? Which in my opinion didn't compliment the other items on the plate. They could've gone with something a bit more saucy. I was very sad to find out they didn't have quality tea here. This spot feels so ceremonial when you walk in, plus most good high end Asian spots serve good hot teas typically. This spot does not. The service was the only thing I liked here. Staff were very kind. I don't think I'd come here again to be honest read more

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$33 for a few slices of pork and pineapple for lunch that wasn't much better than a strip mall Chinese restaurant. The portion left me hungry and even the side of rice was just a scoop. Not anywhere near worth the prices being charged. If you want a meal that is worth the cost go next door. read more

Grace's is a fantastic Asian fusion restaurant with an elegant flair that sets it apart. The atmosphere is refined yet inviting, making it a great spot for a special night out. The menu offers a creative blend of flavors, delivering a dining experience that feels both luxurious and comforting. I tried the lobster fried rice, which, while pricey at $70, came in a generous portion and was perfectly seasoned. Each bite was rich and flavorful, making it a worthwhile indulgence. To accompany my meal, I had a lychee martini--my go-to cocktail at any Asian restaurant. It was beautifully crafted, with the delicate sweetness of lychee reminiscent of a ripe Bosc pear. The light, refreshing flavor was the perfect complement to the meal. I did not capture an image of my meal, however go and check it out . Stellar customer service , all of the staff were pleasant friendly and efficient , I was in a party of ten and they handled the task well. read more

Grace's Mandarin - Lychee Martini - Asian Fusion Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

Grace's Mandarin is great if you are craving Asian-Chinese food but is the price worth? It depends. For me, this is very close to the Gaylord Hotel. For those who go to conventions like I do, it is a no brainer to check this place out. Maybe the price is for the convience of being right next to the convention center itself but for some on a budget that can be a tough sell. I unfortunately did not take a picture of the menu or the interior, I will have to give points that there is a lot going on here and it is aesthetically pretty. I don't remember much about the menu but there's options for classic chinese dishes, sushi, chef specialities, and of course a drink menu. I went really basic and got dumplings and chicken fried rice. I know that's a bit odd to get but I was really hungry at the time and it felt right to get. Service was actually great, and the waiters were attentive. They checked up on us and refilled our waters so I can say that it was great. Walking out with a $37 dollar bill + tip... it's very tough to come back unless I'm with a group. read more

Grace's Mandarin - Chicken Fried Rice - Asian Fusion Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

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My favorite aspect of this location has to be the view, we went after a work event at the nearby Gaylord and were gifted with a lovely view of the water and the setting sun to enhance our meal experience. Our server was funny and attentive, bringing wit and menu knowledge that was helpful for our vegan companion navigating their order. In particular I enjoyed the pickled jalapeños in the drunken noodles, the dish as a whole was fantastic but those jalapeños were such a nice inclusion. The Malaysian crepes and associated curry was also just a delight. read more

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Well service was great, food was great. Look what else is there to say, lots of good reviews and they are right. Go check it out.

A beautiful restaurant with good food at National Harbor. There is street parking an available near the restaurant but there is also a parking garage around the corner. The restaurant is gorgeous with vibrant red and gold accents and beautiful Asian themed decor and paintings. They had a round table that could seat all 10 of us which included 3 toddlers and one child so that was amazing as well. We had Calamari as an appetizer but I forgot to photo before we devoured it. It was crispy and delicious with the dipping sauce provided. I had Seaweed Salad with Korean Seafood Soup. My Husband had Shanghai Chicken Wings. My Grandson had Chicken Nuggets, Crispy Wontons Strips, Green Apple Slices and a Chocolate Chip Cookie that was served in a cute divided box. Our Server was attentive, kind and knowledgeable which is not always easy with 3 active toddlers Everything was delicious and tasty. Since it was my Daughter's birthday, they gave her a cute gift box that included chopsticks and a mint tea bag. Greet experience, great service and a calming environment that helped with the kids. read more

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I'm only giving them two stars because they put pork in their Szechuan String Beans. I don't eat pork at all & the menu says it "Contains SHELLFISH". Since when has pork ever been considered shellfish?? I asked the lady afterwards what type of shellfish & if it was mixed in the sauce or something, she said, "Oh it's pork." As mad as I was, I couldn't even say anything. They tasted great but you can't just put stuff in your food & mislead people on what they're eating. What if I was allergic? I haven't eaten pork in years & I just sat there & ate a full bowl of deception. Please update your menu to reflect the "correct" ingredients in your food. read more

Grace's Mandarin - Green Beans contain pork (not shellfish) - Asian Fusion Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

The ambiance was great and the view was perfect, right at sunset. However the food was mixed and disappointing. The soups were excellent and the one non sushi dish, Singapore with chicken was also very good. The sushi, the whole reason we choose this restaurant was average. They looked ok, and the taste was also just ok. We all were disappointed. Great sushi is worth the price, this dinner was way overpriced. We have had far better sushi. They were not bad but not great either. Mediocre. Staff were very nice and accommodating. read more

Quite an experience, indeed. We were a walk-in and they seated us right away. We're greeted by a lovely gentleman who was well knowledgeable about the menu and gave us a lot of suggestions. We decided on the surf and turf and the. Lobster,shrimp and scallops meal. We decided on a few drinks and definitely sipped from each other's cup until we were able to decide what was really good and what we wouldn't order again. To end the night we decided to go with a couple of green tea cocktails because they're just easier on the tastebuds. However, I do agree with what I read from someone else's post about the food being overpriced and not authentic mandarin food. From my entire meal, I ended up paying about $250 and that included tax and gratuity. The meats were delicious though, the lobster was fried nice and crispy, the vegetables tasted quite fresh and the rice was pretty nice as well. A real nice restaurant but it's more feels like a tourist trap so I wouldn't go back but for the experience that was experienced, it was quite well. read more

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Unfortunately, this review has no food photos. I was so impressed by the interior and the beautifully decorated upstairs that I did not grab a photo of the food we got. We ordered to go fried rice along with the pork and tuna sushi. Some of the best and fresh tasting tuna sushi I've ever had it was absolutely delicious. The service was quick and everyone was so polite. I really enjoyed the infused water. It was refreshing and really cold. They also offered us warm hand towels to wipe our hands with. This was only my second time going to Grace's and the experience was just really nice. They have an elevator if you cannot walk up the stairs and the view from the second floor looking over the harbor is very peaceful. They have the restaurant decorated for Christmas so it's very festive in there and you could take some really great photos even when you're just getting dinner. read more

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Go here for some good Chinese, beautiful decor and a fun scene on the water. Got here early on Saturday and was excited to see the $6 happy hour options on the menu so we ordered a bunch of items to try. The crowd was an anime crew which made it as exciting as Halloween with many different characters to look at. The servers were great with taking our order and not rushing us out. Loved the cauliflower, gyoza, crab cakes, friend rice. The sushi was ok but the seaweed tasted a little stronger than I typically would expect and it seemed like the soy sauce was watered down. Biggest issue was tiny...it Took forever to get a spoon and had to ask 3 people to finally be able to share the rice. Could have used a knife to cut the cauliflower too. read more

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There is so much to love about this fabulous restaurant first of all it's in the National Harbor fabulous ! the ambience the ambience is very cozy, sexy romantic but the food is out of this world. i've never had the Rock fish but once you've eaten it trust me you'll be a fan and it will leave you wanting more. The food was excellent very fresh so delicious.... we had the vegetable fried rice huge chunks of veggies , the salt and pepper wings , shrimp fried rice is absolutely amazing!!!and tempura veggies All phenomenal. drinks were on point. I just love this place every time I visit the harbor this is the first spot on my list to dine. I visit here at least 2 to 3 times during my visit. Do yourself the service and check them out . You won't be disappointed .... also side note it's a Very busy crowded restaurant but you're seated pretty quickly so don't let the crowd overwhelm you it's worth the wait! read more

I'd heard great things, but always forgot about this place because it's tuck away in the corner of the National Harbor. I came for happy hour and was very impressed with the service and food. The restaurant is extravagantly decorated and a bit crowded with decor, but the ambiance is nice. Happy Hour pricing is pretty reasonable and they had lots of food and cocktail options. We ordered wings, edamame, chicken karaage, shrimp and veggie spring rolls, some sushi and fish bites. All of the food tasted very fresh, was very flavorful and came out pretty quickly. Ando was our server and he was very nice. We ended with one of their cheesecakes for dessert and it was also very delicious! I'll be back for sure. read more

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I used to love coming here. The ambience was nice and the food was good and I loved the view over the harbor. Came here recently and I am so sad to say the food was not good at all. Came at lunchtime and usually it was packed but today it was empty and I think I understood why. The service was good though and our waiter did his best to accommodate us, The food was just not fooding this day. read more

Grace's Mandarin - Grace 's Signature Jumbo Lump Crab Cake; Mandarin Chicken; beef Panang Curry - Asian Fusion Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

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This place should be rated most beautiful restaurant in Maryland! The service and ambiance is top tier! read more

Grace's Mandarin - Sweet Potato Fantasy - Asian Fusion Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

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