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    4.1 (23 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Katherine S.

    TL;DR: decent flavors, great noodle and dumpling textures. Came here for an early dinner on the weekend and was able to grab a table. The interior is very cute and very panda forward. You can sit and grab a table with full service or order at the counter/kiosk for take-out. Service was very nice and seem like they're still getting up to speed. They didn't have any of the normal soup spoons that I am used to eating soup dumplings with, which was strange, but I was able to ask for a larger spoon to eat them with. FOOD: ~Chili oil wonton (4/5): this one didn't have the flavor I expected compared to the more traditional places I have been. The flavor of the oil is on the sweeter side with a subtle kick of the chili at the end. Tasty. The wontons were very good too. ~Wagyu Truffle Dumplings (4/5): Steamed. The truffle wasn't overpowering and the filling was flavorful. Lots of umami. It was a bit heavy for me, so could only eat 2, but my husband loved them. ~Pork Soup Dumplings (3.75/5): Could be a solid 4.25 but the wrapper ripped so easily that all the soup fell out. The soup we did get was very flavorful, as was the pork filling. Again, the wrapper texture was great. ~Dan Dan noodles (3.5/5): Noodle texture was so good, but the sauce was a little lacking. Need a little more oomph. ~Beef noodle soup (4/5): Again, noodle texture is 5/5. The soup itself felt slightly watered down and lacked that finishing note. But the beef in here was one of the best I've ever had (5/5). So soft and melt in your mouth. This place is worth a try, and with a few refinements, I think it can easily become a 5/5 spot.

    Soup dumplings
    Kathy T.

    This restaurant is average and I think the prices are quite reasonable! My friend and I shared the pan fried potstickers, soup dumplings, and dandan noodles. The soup dumplings were ok. My favorite dish was the dandan noodles. The noodles did not have the typical peanut butter taste and it reminded me of a mi goreng instant noodle. Service was good and I really like the cute panda decoration throughout the restaurant!

    Kiosk for togo
    LanChi N.

    If Kungfu Panda had a dumpling restaurant.this would be it. Parking is a bit meh in this area there is street parking and lot parking near the Giant. The esthetic is pandas and modern Chinese. Upon walking in there is a giant panda statue and a panda face on the wall. On the table you can find chili oil and dumpling sauce accompanied by your dining partner an illuminating panda light. IPanda allows you to eat in or carry out. So for you introverts or people who don't like sitting with people for dinner you can order carry out. You can also place an online order via website or app. So after debate I figured I should just eat there. Thanks to the staff for accommodating me due to my indecisions and answering my random menu questions. So I probably could've ordered more items but as a solo eater I figured limit now and return to try other items. Plus I was the only one in the restaurant at the moment . Food: Cucumber salad -1st dish served.. lacked a bit of flavor very mild, it's not punchy like other cucumber salads. So if your into the mild cucumber salad as a palate cleanser this is it. If you're looking for spice add chili oil. Cereal shrimp-you ever had honey bunches of oats? What about honey walnut shrimp? Think of the flavor of honey walnut shrimp coated in honey bunches of oats . Bit sweet for me but textural shrimp was cooked well and it was nicely crunchy texture. Dumplings Truffle & Waygu - so surprise there is cheese. Which makes this dumpling have a richness. I'll be real I wasn't sure about that cause my question to the server was how truffle we talking and can you taste it. That's when she said there's cheese and she enjoys the overall flavor. It's like a fancy Philly cheesesteak not heavy on the truffle but it's present. Very thin wrapper but held up well to me cutting it in half without tearing it and having the filling separate refer to photos. No need for sauce well seasoned. Pan fried fish dumplings - a really good pan fried dumpling it was nicely crisp good bite on the wrapper and again mouthfeel was good . filling was juicy not dry. Good with and w/o chili oil or dumpling sauce. Noodles Taiwan Beef Noodle Soup- I was skeptical because the noodles looked generic possibly gummy and I was worried the soup was too salty.. and the meat chunks could make or break this soup. Nope I was wrong nice chew/bouncy do noodles good slurp factor but didn't slurp too loud . Broth nicely seasoned not heavy light enough but well salted. Beef was TENDER!! Fat was rendered well because it melted in your mouth beef shredded well it wasn't sticking to my teeth when biting in. Chinese broccoli was cooked well still crunch to bite in but soft enough where you doing feel like your eating a tree. Negative was that spork situation now I love sporks but who eats soup with a spork refer to photo. Only gripe I need a better spoon for my noodle soup. Overall a fan of iPanda I think the quality I got for the value I'm happy with especially since I've been places paid the same price and got lackluster quality. All the food came out hot and steamy. This place does dumplings well so I'm willing to go back with my family to see what they think. But Fairfax does have another Chinese dumpling place close by hopefully they keep up with the quality since they recently just opened.

    Duke N.

    Panda Dumplings New spot, only about 2 months in -- and first impression is very welcoming. The space is modern, clean, and filled with panda décor. There's even a big, cute panda waving at the entrance that sets the tone right away. Started with the cucumber salad -- crunchy, refreshing, and well-balanced. Simple but done right. The Taiwanese beef noodle soup is one of their signature dishes, and it shows. The broth is flavorful, noodles have a nice bite, and the beef is well-seasoned and tender. Definitely one of the highlights. They also offer a nice selection of sauces -- soy-based with garlic, chili oil, and dipping sauces for dumplings -- all good complements to the meal. The truffle wagyu dumplings were just okay. Didn't really get much of the truffle flavor, so it didn't stand out as much as expected. Tried the pork soup dumplings, which I was told sell out often. Flavor was good, but execution needs some work. The skin was a bit too thick, and several dumplings came out already cracked, with some of the soup lost before even picking them up. Also, small detail, but no proper soup spoon -- just a small metal spoon, which made it harder to enjoy them the way they're meant to be. Service was friendly, and pricing is reasonable for what you get. Overall, a solid 4 out of 5. Good flavors, nice atmosphere, just needs a little more attention to detail on execution. #SupportLocalBusiness #DukeTheFoodGuruApproved

    Patrick M.

    iPanda Dumplings, located on the ground floor of Scout on the Circle Apartments in Fairfax, VA, is a charming panda-themed restaurant known for its handmade dumplings, especially pan-fried ones, and flavorful, chewy noodles, including Sichuan Dan Dan Noodles. We tried several dishes, including iPanda Signature Dumplings, Signature Pan-Fried Stickers, and Crystal Shrimp Dumplings -- all delicious. The garlic chili dipping sauce complemented them exceptionally well. The Taiwan Style Beef Noodle Soup had a tasty herbal tea broth and a generous portion of tender beef with a great texture. Lanzhou Beef Noodle Soup was similar to Vietnamese Pho but with a much milder flavor. We also noticed traces of MSG in the dishes, which caused a numb, tingling sensation in our mouths, although it was less intense than at other restaurants we've visited.

    Taiwanese pork chop with rice
    Jesse C.

    New Chinese place in town which I'm happy about! The better the competition, the better the food. I'll compare this place to Ugly Dumpling since their are some similarities. I like how they have a huge panda and panda decorations on the wall and table. We got the beef noodle soup, the dumplings, and Taiwanese porkchop. The beef noodle soup was a solid 4/5 and I like it better then the beef noodle soup at ugly dumpling. The dumplings were also 4/5 and the Taiwanese pork chop was a 3/5 because it didn't have that 5 spice OG flavors like you find in Taiwan. We got the lava dim sum bun that was good but a bit pricey. Anyways, I'm glad a place like this is here and I'll probably be back. Service was good, the bathroom had an empty soap container.

    Icy Y.

    Very delicious! It's perfect for a family meal, but also super convenient and quick if you're dining alone. The food comes out really fast too!

    Lily H.

    New Chinese restaurant that opened about a week ago. We tried several dishes including noodle soups and both the steamed and pan-fried dumplings. Everything was quite good. The noodle soups were flavorful and the noodles had a great chewy texture. The dumplings also tasted fresh and well made. Chili sauce tastes homemade and is quite good, has a nutty flavor. The entire restaurant is adorned colorful and of course, full of pandas. The cute light up pandas on each table are a nice touch. Tried to see another new Asian spot we can add to the rotation!

    Bejing Jia Jang

    Came in on Saturday at about 12:00. Ordered the Bejing Jia Jang. Was really NOT Good! Sauce was cold and uber salty! The veggies they give did not seam to be fresh. Very unappetizing-- the way it looked and smelled. Was certainly not worth the money I spent. Service was mediocre-- not a whole lot "personality" for a new business!

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    Solid restaurant and flavorful food. Dining in I appreciated the waitress's attentiveness as well as asking if we had any food allergies. Definitely will be back!

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    Amazing food, quick service and super friendly staff. Brand new spot and I can't wait to come back!

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    The pan-fried dumplings are crispy and juicy, and the spicy beef noodle soup is rich, comforting, and excellent.

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    Yu Noodles

    (677 reviews)

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    What a good and affordable place for Chinese food! Came on a weekday night and it was pretty empty…read moreand clean. Staff were pretty fast and attentive with the orders and food. I had the szechuan beef noodle soup - the beef was tender alongside its tasty noodles and savoury broth. The scallion pancakes were solid and crunchy. Loved their soup dumplings too with the sauce and ginger. I did except more soup in the dumplings but was still great. Need to come again if I'm craving Chinese food.

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    Chopin Noodle House

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    This review is written after coming here 3 times, which already speaks to its consistency! Noodle…read moremaster there knows his shit and delivers every single time. Kind of wild it's just hanging out here in the food court at Great Wall supermarket. There's usually always a spot to eat and the folks here are real friendly, very community, almost close knit village vibes. I literally get the Lanzhou beef noodle soup every time. My wife likes to explore their other options (win-win in my book lol) Beef noodle soup hits every. single. time. The broth is rich and hearty, just the right amount of chili oil on top, you can select your thickness of noodle (there's like 7+ types) - I always get thick - and the portions of beef are generous. The noodles are cooked just right - bouncy, has the hand pulled texture, very long. Presentation is gorgeous. Get the noodle soup here. You will not be disappointed. Other dishes are great too, the potato salad is an excellent side dish if you're feeling a little extra or perfect just as a snack if you're peckish The stir fried noodles is my wife's favorite and it reminds her a lot of home. Lots of warm flavors - cumin, bit of spicy, nice and thick sauce. It's a hearty and complete meal hitting all the macros The lanzhou liangpi was pretty good, it's a side dish but heavier than you might think - the noodles are generous and thick, lovely amount of chili sauce splashed in with fresh cucumber slices garnished on top for balance The other dish we've tried (thus far) was the triple mix noodle which is similar to the stir fried noodles but a bit lighter, without as thick of a sauce Ingredients are all super fresh, I literally dream of the noodle soup on the coldest of days tldr; get the noodle soup

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    Mama's Taste

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    Old Town Fairfax

    SOOOO TASTY!! My husband and I live in Miami, and it's so hard to find good Chinese food there…read more We were thrilled with the flavors and authenticity of Mama's Taste in Fairfax, VA. We ordered the egg drop soup, crispy beef (perfect texture with sweet sauce), and shrimp fried rice (so filling and delicious)! We will surely be back when we're in town, and can't wait to try their noodle dishes and wontons. Super delicious spot for takeout or sit down dining.

    Lovely little Chinese takeaway right on the sidelines of the Old Fairfax town center. Lots of…read more"classic" dishes and they're all bangers. The place itself is quite small for dine in, but I'm pretty sure that's not their target so we were able to get a seat for 2 pretty easily on a Friday evening. We got mostly "ABC" comfort foods - orange chicken, Yangzhou fried rice, Singapore rice noodles - and an order of their dumplings in spicy sauce (a bit surprising as it's a more northern China style compared to the rest of menu). It was definitely a bit much for just 2 of us but we intended to take home leftovers. All of it was delicious, cooked to spec, but what really makes them stand out is their superior "wok-hei"; it is the soul of wok-style dishes and compliments to the chef(s) - they absolutely know their craft and it shines in the flavor. This craftsmanship is lost in the new generation and it's a real treat to see it preserved here out of all places. Dumplings were splendid. Juicy and handmade, definitely hits that nostalgic nook from the back of your head. tldr; charming Chinese takeout spot with superb wok-hei in their dishes

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    ChoSun Hwaro Korean BBQ

    (95 reviews)

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    I could easily write a 10 page essay on Chosun Hwaro being the best Korean BBQ with high-quality…read moremeats, friendliest service, and a lively atmosphere! Unlike other KBBQ spots, it's not AYCE. Instead, you order combos or a la carte meats, which highlights the quality of what you're getting! For our meal, we ordered a feast of the Chosun Hwaro Combo (Medium), Baekdusan bulgogi, japchae, and bibim naengmyun. The meat quality here is extremely PREMIUM and every bite was super juicy, tender, and packed with flavor! I cannot stop thinking about the Baekdusan bulgogi because it was truly a savory MEAT MOUNTAIN. Our kind server gave us a pro tip to mix the sauce with rice. That completely changed the dish for me! The sauce soaking into the rice made it unbelievably rich and satisfying. I loved that the combos come with steamed egg and soybean paste stew, which were comforting sides alongside all the grilled meat and ban chan (kimchi, radish, etc) already at the table. As for my noodle dishes, I usually never order japchae, but I did and this one ended up being the best japchae of my life. It was PACKED with so many flavorful meat and vegetable toppings. To finish the meal, we got bibim naengmyun, which is my favorite Korean cold noodle dish. It was so refreshing, chewy, and the perfect way to balance out all the grilled meats. Between the amazing high-quality meats, entrees, and thoughtful service, Chosun Hwaro was a memorable meal and definitely a spot I'd return to whenever I'm craving delicious Korean BBQ in Virginia!!

    This is my favorite KBBQ spot of all time…read more Every person that has served us has given us an amazing experience and conversations. This is the pinnacle of meat quality from any Korean barbecue I have ever been to. (I grew up eating the kbbqs around center and DMV so I will stand on this take). The inside of this place also looks like a club and aesthetically pleasing to me. If you're looking for a fun time at the highest of high quality, come to CHOSUN.

    Y Noodles

    Y Noodles

    (61 reviews)

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    Falls Church City

    A TRUE hole in the wall restaurant that continues to hold NoVa's reputation for best Asian cuisine…read morein the DMV. The food was beyond flavorful regardless of what we ordered [and we ordered a ton if you didn't see before]. I've never had Chongqing food before, and this won't be the last time I have it now considering the fact that it was all delicious and more than reasonably priced. For a group of 6 we split the bill to be $30/per person and we still had food to take home as left overs! Service: nothing out of this world because girl they are BOOKED & BUSY. This may be the new yorker in me, but minimal talk and quick delivery of requests makes this the best restaurant that will leave you alone to eat and chat xD

    Absolutely delicious mom-and-pop spot specializing in Chongqing food. Everything we had today was…read moreYUM. - zajiang noodles: these were PERFECT. Thin noodles, not too spicy nor oily. Easy to slurp down and the broth was drinkable! They also hid a generous amount of veggies underneath the noodles. - salt and pepper squid: these were probably the crispiest thing I've ever bitten into. I swear the whole restaurant could hear my bite. So good! The crispy bits were perfect on my white rice too. - BBQ potatoes: yum!!! A must get. - steamed pork slices with preserved veggies: the pork belly was crazy tender (like kakuni), and the veggies were really tasty too. - brown sugar ice jelly: a very refreshing, not too sweet, your grandma would approve kind of dessert. A must get. They give enough to share! Service and ambiance is nothing to write home about, this is the kind of hole in wall spot that prioritizes delicious food. 10/10 no notes WILL DEFINITELY RETURN!

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