My husband and I love coming here when we're craving dumpkings. You really can't go wrong with the…read moremenu, but our favorites are the spicy oil pork wontons, pan friend chive and pork dumplings, steamed crystal shrimp dumplings, and the pork soup dumplings. We always order the cucumber with garlic sauce as an appetizer. It's refreshing and crisp and really complements the richness of the dumplings perfectly! The service is fast and the staff is always warm and friendly. Finding parking is also very easy. Highly recommend if you're in the mood for dumplings and noodles.

One of my favorite places to eat. I got the rainbow dumplings as well as the noodles with scallion…read moreoil and chicken. Didn't expect much but exceeded my expectations. The noodles were top tier. It was chewy and had the right amount of flavor without overwhelming too much. Dumplings were great and we were able to try a variety all at the same time. Overall, service was great and clean. We got our food quickly and lots of seats available. Would recommend.

Came here for the luosifen and stinky tofu!! Words that one never imagined belongs in one sentence…read more We ordered the beef shank luosifen, little spicy (spicy condiments available to make more spicy) and it was just heavenly. The from scratch broth, pleasant aroma from sour bamboo, crunchy string beans (wish there was an option to add!!) were phenomenal. Plus the tender yet collagenous beef shank cooked to perfection was phenomenal. Absolutely stick to your bones without the usual heaviness with big spicy noodle soups. No MSG headaches here, all the flavor is homegrown. The stinky tofu was also fried to perfection, with a side of Taiwanese kimchi. All the food was thoughtfully prepared and executed. We had our noodles fall apart and Yan corrected it immediately. She took the time to talk about her story of how she opened the restaurant originally to support her daughters college, her natural gift at cooking, and how her recipe was developed originally from a family one to what it is today. Just the warmest, most welcoming people. Even short staffed, we were impressed at how faultless and prepared from the heart the food was, warm and inviting the service, and leaving feeling like we just ate at our favorite auntie's house. Will definitely be back!!

My husband and I came in this evening (4/24/26) an hour before closing for dinner…read more He had been before but it was my first time. I cannot say enough wonderful things!! The gentleman who waited on us was very kind and chatty, and took the time to explain the menu and kept checking on us...he alone I would come back for...I love it when someone takes pride in their restaurant. The food was flavorful and so delicious! I had the brisket (A17, I think) and OMG so good! Had extra egg and it was pure perfection! My husband had the pig feet and he was very happy. I think we will definitely come back and soon! The food, service, cleanliness, and pricing are perfect! I'm wiring this while sitting in the parking lot because I had to get my thoughts out immediately! Thanks for a great Friday night date night dinner!

This location is located in a food hall next to Great wall grocery store…read more The service was ok nothing special since is a food court style. The soup was amazing and the noodle are handmade and can be cut many different style of thickness . Lanzhou Intestine Noodle soup 5/5 $14.95- The soup surprise me because the broth didn't look dark and lack seasoning but went you take a sip of so full of flavor and umami without the heavy feeling like a ramen. The intestine was cook and clean properly with no Oder and the noodle was nice with bounce to it. I love it would come back soon

I absolutely LOVE this hand pulled noodle spot. The thick regular ones are so chewy and so so good…read more The spicy A2 bowl is perfection, any time I crave hot soup, this is the spot!! Service is quick, and ambience is what you'd expect in a food hall located inside a grocery store.

I've never heard of this place before, but I was in the area and was looking for food options…read morenearby. This shopping center is only a skip away from Mosiac District. My husband got the bone broth and I had the golden hot and sour broth. Delicious! I was so thrilled with our choices. The golden hot and sour broth was thankfully not too spicy. I enjoyed the different toppings in the soup. At the table, they had black vinegar, soy sauce, and chili sauce for you to enjoy wirh your bowl. The restaurant is very clean and I appreciated there was no loud music playing. In terms of service, we got seated and received our food quickly. A satisfying first visit!

This is my first time in this location and I believe these are franchises. The one that I went to…read morebefore was in NY. The soup and food are good here but maybe a few things to note. I was hoping for the shabu shabu experience where the ingredients were brought out for me to put in myself. At this location my food and others came in the stone pot already mixed and cooked. I guess if you were looking for "activity" I was, this was different. I don't know if we were supposed to specifically asked specifically and if it's available. We also tried the pumpkin cake which was good and chewy!!

ordered delivery; food came on time, but disappointed in the saltiness of the pork and chive…read moredumplings. Also got the Won Ton doup.. $ 9 for a small pint is sad.. no soy sauce included..

I stumbled upon Mama's Taste completely by accident while checking out a nearby cafe, and I am so…read moreglad I did. It turned out t be a fantastic random find that pleasantly surprised us! Since I have a pretty low spice tolerance, I was a little nervous ordering dishes like Mapo Tofu and Spicy Work Wontons. However, the kiosk ordering system made it easy, and we were able to request everything to be prepared mild. Both dishes were so delicious! The service here is quick and friendly. A worker even brough water directly to our table, which was so thoughtful. The restaurant has plenty of indoor seating if you want to dine in. I noticed a steady of stream of people coming in for takeout orders.

Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5…read moreVibe: 3.5/5 This ramen spot it a small, chill spot but definitely a delicious place to eat! The service was excellent; kind, attentive and quick! The ramen I got was amazing. The broth was flavorful and it had a good amount of meat. The vibe was good, but I'm not much of an anime person. It has lots of posters and signs from Japanese culture. But it was clean and nice! I'd for sure go here again.

AMBIANCE: Mannn I haven't been to a restaurant with unique…read morecharacter is a long time!! It's a very small spot. Granted I came late so no one was in there but they've made it work. Attached are pictures of how the place is decorated SERVICE: I wonder if who was serving me was the owner. She was amazing! Quick and simple. There is a slight language barrier but I just wanted the food so it was nice. FOOD: Tbh some of the BEST ramen in nova. I pretty much like Jinya for their creamy broth but it IS a bit pricy. I got their "Kimen Ramen" rated number 1 and added spicy chili oil to my liking as well as soy sauce. The broth had depth to it and it was just honestly so good. I'm trying to eat healthy so I don't think I'll have carbs for a long time but I am SOOOO happy to say this was my last hoorah and it was worth it!

Flew into town for a concert and saw this at the top of the recommendations, very serendipitous!…read more The place has a great atmosphere from the moment you walk in, the decor has a unique kitsch and the music is a definite vibe as well, and that's before you meet the staff. The staff was friendly front to back, hostess, waitress, bar tender- friendly and knew the menu and had solid recommendations and knowledge of the menu. The food was great, we had rangoons for an appetizer, followed by their famous General Tso's and the Mongolian Combination, all delicious! Highly recommend this place if you're in the area! Shout out to Jason!

This adventitious find popped up on my way out of the city. In general, the outer suburbs are…read morebetter for Chinese food than DC itself, so I gave them a shot. My takeout was ready in timely fashion, and there was definitely some quality there. My kung pao tofu was a little sweet as the dish normally is, but also amply spicy as I requested and came with plenty of peanuts, extra-crispy tofu, and a few other vegetables. Lo mein was a fairly straightforward soy-garlic affair, though I must say I appreciated the option to add some tofu to that as well. My spring rolls came sauceless and were fairly basic and cabbage-y, but a decent way to round out a meal. I appreciated their thorough vegetarian labeling; of course some things were not available to me that I wish they would make vegetarian, but the most important thing is being able to make informed decisions. I skipped the ma po tofu this time, but they claim it offers genuine numbing sensations and they did enough to convince me that it might be worth coming back to try.

This place -- formerly called Mims -- is under new management. In addition to Uyghur cuisine,…read morethere is now Uzbek food along with other items. The new menu items are fantastic -- particularly from the Uzbek menu -- and I can say without a doubt this is the best restaurant serving Central Asian food in the DMV. I've spent a lot of time in Central Asia and have typically been disappointed with Uzbek food options in the area. This restaurant is a diamond in the rough with the plov being the best I've had in Virginia. Similarly, samsa and korma chopped noodles were absolutely fantastic. This is in excellent addition to the Fairfax food scene and I hope it sticks around for a long time. My family and I will be back, frequently.

Deep in the heart of Fairfax ( it felt like that to me) lies a hidden gem serving incredible Uyghur…read moreand Turkish cuisine. We kicked things off with the Shakshuka appetizer platter, featuring four flavorful dishes: Acili Ezme, Haydari, Hummus, and Baba Ghanoush. Each one brought its own unique character, and every bite was packed with bold, authentic flavor. From the rich and satisfying Royal Laghman to the perfectly prepared Plov, every dish was outstanding and beautifully crafted. The staff were warm, welcoming, and genuinely attentive, making the entire experience even better. If you're looking for Uyghur and Turkish food this place is a must-visit. Highly recommended.

I really wanted to love my visit here, especially because I'm a fan of the Ellicott City location,…read morebut unfortunately, I left pretty disappointed. My partner and I were seated quickly, but it took about 20 minutes before a server came over to greet us. The restaurant wasn't busy at all, and we repeatedly tried to flag someone down but were ignored. Meanwhile, we noticed other tables receiving almost immediate service after being seated, which honestly left a sour taste in our mouths before our meal even started. Once we were finally able to get a server's attention, we placed our order and everything else came out pretty quickly. From there, we received consistent service while our meats were being cooked on the grill. Still, the initial experience of being ignored for so long was frustrating and really took away from the overall experience. The menu is also pretty pricey for the quality, and unfortunately, I don't think it's worth the price. There are better KBBQ options in the area, so I wouldn't recommend this location. Definitely disappointing, especially as someone who enjoys their first location in MD.

Possibly the best meat quality I've experienced at any Korean BBQ place in the area. The marinated…read morecombo was my favorite. No sauces needed because the marinade held its own. My party of 6 frequents another AYCE kbbq restaurant so we were reluctant since this place does not offer all you can eat, but the Marinated Combo and the Pork Combo with sides were plenty to feed the 6 of us. We ordered one additional appetizer, the tteokbokki was a generous serving making it worth the $16, and it was a mild spice level. We were left very satisfied with the meal and service and have plans to return! We visited at half past noon on a Sunday and were seated right away with no reservation. No issues with parking.

Family-run spots always have a little extra heart, and this one definitely delivered…read more The BBQ potatoes were super tasty, but be ready--they pack a pretty bold spice and salt punch. The Zajiang noodles were the star of the meal: rich, flavorful, perfectly cooked, and absolutely something I'd order again. I even took the leftover sauce home to pour over rice because it was too good to waste. The salt and pepper squid was another winner with its crispy, well-seasoned coating. My daughter only wanted plain noodles (kids ), and the staff was incredibly kind and patient with her. The plain noodles were a little gummy, but they paired nicely with the comforting bowl of soup they brought out. It's not the fanciest or cleanest restaurant, and parking takes a little patience, but when the food is this good, I don't mind one bit. The staff clearly works hard, and the delicious food speaks for itself. I just wish this place were in my neighborhood! Looking forward to coming back and working my way through more of the menu.

Really great authentic Chinese noodles here! Everything is a reasonable price and very flavorful. I…read moresee why parking is very crowded here which can be a pain. I enjoyed the refreshing brown sugar jelly dessert which was unique. I loved all the different meats and veggies and spicy oil on the side. Everything came out quick and the servers were able to split the checks out for us! There's a good amount of seating inside and nice decor.