Celebrating Black History month by supporting Black owned businesses. Join me!…read more Black owned business UberEats review "All Hail the Queen!!!! Of duck fat fried chicken! Whew-this place was everything that I needed on a calm Sunday. As mentioned, I ordered online so I haven't visited the location in person yet. But, after my experience with the food, I'm eager to take the trip and check them out. I ordered the 2 piece tenders which came with a side of duck fat fries. I then paired it with the mother sauce and extra pickles. These chicken tenders were huge cuts and perfectly fried. The seasoning on this meat was perfect, not too salty and not bland at all. It was just right! The mother sauce took the chicken tenders over the top with each dip and honestly, whatever is in this sauce needs to be bottled and sold lol. The duck fat fries were addictive because of a dry seasoning sprinkled on them. Add that to hot crispy fries and you've got magic! Definitely recommend this menu selection. My boyfriend had the Queen Mother's classic sandwich and he raved about the flavor profiles and soft bread. He said that the chicken sandwich was a hit to him and that he thoroughly enjoyed his meal. As mentioned, I think that this place might be worth an in person visit to try another one of their great chicken sandwiches and those amazing fries.

About a 2.5: Queen Mother's Kitchen offers various fried chicken sandwiches with a selection of…read moredifferent sauces and toppings; they also have Duck Fat Fries as well. We ordered: +the Queen Mother's Classic Chicken Sandwich - brined and battered chicken breast, cooked in duck fat, topped with Mother Sauce and dill pickles, and nestled between a Lyon bakery brioche +the Virginia Honey Butter Chicken Sandwich - brined and battered chicken breast, cooked in duck fat, brushed with a honey butter, and nestled between a Lyon bakery brioche +Duck Fat Fries - seasoned with Queen's spice and choice of sauces The sandwiches were okay - while they were a generous size, I felt that the breast was way too thick, and the batter wasn't as crispy and tasty as I imagined it to be; also, there were just not enough pickles in there. Fries, which seemed like a popular item, were more on the bland side and not have been drained completely. Located at the Water Park, you can order ahead online and do a pickup or order in person - everything is made-to-order. Staff are friendly! Garage parking is located in the area, and there are seating/community tables in the area. +friendly service +located at the Water Park

I walk by this restaurant all the time. The smell of grilled bacon and the advertising finally…read morepulled me in. I ordered their "world famous" Smokey Chili con carne and added cheese and onions... For the price and speed it's deserving of 4 stars. Yes it's expensive. Yes it's served in a paper cup and spilling over the edge. It's served with saltine crackers. But it's good chili. It has a smokey taste. It taste like real food. While eating I saw them grilling real eggs and bacon. So I trust the food is real. The service could be friendlier but it's the airport and it was 6am.

It's very rare that I'm traveling late on a Friday night, but today was one of those rare…read moreoccasions. I hadn't had dinner yet and, unfortunately, the Delta lounge was closed, so we decided to hit up a classic D.C. staple before boarding our flight. Food Unfortunately, the grill was already off, so burgers weren't an option and only hot dogs and fries were available. I skipped the bread, but the hot dog topped with chili and cheese was still delicious on its own. Messy in the best way The fries were fresh out of the fryer and piping hot, which honestly made up for the limited menu. Service The staff working were really kind and apologetic about the grill being off. They even gave us extra fries to make up for it, which was a thoughtful gesture and definitely appreciated after a long day of travel. Ambiance & Value The restaurant itself was clean and pretty empty, which makes sense given the late hour and slower airport traffic. Prices were higher than the typical Ben's Chili Bowl locations, but that's expected when you're dining inside an airport. Overall Not the full Ben's Chili Bowl experience since the grill was off, but still a solid late-night airport option with hot food, friendly service, and a little taste of D.C. before takeoff.

After working for years nearby this small bodega below a Crystal City apartment building, I finally…read morewent with my eight-year-old daughter. With an impressively high Yelp rating, I was disappointed to hear the new owners say the glowing reviews are from the previous owner (though I respect the honesty). Despite that, we really enjoyed our visit. The new owners live up to the legacy. First of all, the service is excellent. An older man makes the food and who I assume is his daughter takes the orders. Both are kind. At the end, she gave my daughter a granola bar for free. The menu is a mix of Korean food and the small market in the back sells Korean products and more. It's very fun to browse and pick up some snacks and treats. My daughter loved the juicy grape fruit snacks. To eat, we ordered the Japanese curry and milk tea. Both were full of flavor and made with love. "This is my new favorite meal of all time," said my daughter. She devoured the bowl herself! There's a small parking lot in front of the cafe. It's within walking distance from the Crystal City Metro.

For lunch this past Sunday, a few of us stopped by Paramount Cafe since they actually have 卤肉饭…read more(Taiwanese braised pork over rice) here. Who knew that there would be a cafe in Pentagon City with this option? The interior is a bit cramped with many cardboard boxes piling up. We were able to order the food at the counter and waited about 5-10 minutes before the food was ready. BRAISED PORK OVER RICE (卤肉饭) - 15.49 Lots of rice, more rice than I could finish with the amount of braised pork belly they give. The pork was very fatty, which made it tasty and juicy, but it wasn't very saucy. There were two halves of a bokchoy and half of an incredibly boiled egg, which was meh. Still, I finished all the toppings and maybe a little less than half of the rice. I was full, but $15.49 for the food was not worth it. Overall, 3.5/5 but bump it to a 4/5 since there's a scarcity of food like this in the area. They sell other comfort Asian dishes too, like coconut chicken cutlet rice and Japanese eel rice.

Burger was good. Fries were horrible---super salty and greasy. Not like i remember them from other…read morelocation. Prices were high, but that's kind of expected at an airport. Service as wonderful---fast and organized. Everything was clean and neat. Fries were not good.

Very slow, which was a problem when needing to catch a flight. They took my order quick enough but…read morethe prep time was way too long.

MEZ come again! Their new Honey harissa chicken was delicious. They let me sample the meat before I…read morewas able to purchase. The place was clean and well run. The staff were pleasant and seemed to enjoy the work that they do. I had problems with the app, and it does not work when I went to make an account. I also had reception issues in the store. You should eat here if you are into fast, casual quick bowls or burritos similar to Cava.

Was on a mini vacation and was walking through and everyone outside was eating from this…read morerestaurant. We had already eaten, but noted that we needed to come back tomorrow to check it out; and we did! We went around 7:30 and the line was to the door. There were only three people working so it moved fairly slow. The concept is like cava; they have bowls to pick from or you can do the create your own bowl. I ordered the chicken chicken bowl, that came with double chicken, rice, hummus, corn salsa & pickled turnips. You can choose a sauce and I chose the lemon garlic. You also receive a tortilla with it, but we ordered the pita chips also. The food was very fresh, a lot of choices to choose from. I also liked that they have a junior bowl in case you don't want a full bowl. Even if I didn't get the double chicken bowl, it was enough food for two meals. I wish we had this place in Raleigh.

We only ever stop here because it's right next door to the car rental company we use every now and…read morethen. It's pretty much an average McDonald's in terms of food, service, quality, and cleanliness. The parking is pretty small and it sees a lot of people since it's the closest location to the Reagan National Airport in Crystal City. Parking is pretty small so when you're entering through US-1, it could get backed up due to the drive thru immediately on the left. You may need to drive around the building if the line of the drive thru gets backed up. This location is a 2 story building and it looks updated with its interior decoration. You can order 4 different ways: through the counter, the self-ordering kiosk, mobile app, and the drive thru. The day we decided eat inside, the stairs to the second level was blocked (not sure why or for what reason). It was also not busy for a weekday afternoon, so we were able to sit at a large booth. There were even counter height seating available. Food is as expected, just average, but at least it was hot and came out fairly quickly. Service was good and decent.

This is literally the worst Mickey D's in the whole DMV area - trust!…read more Their food is NEVER fresh - the fries and sandwiches are always cold, and the staff never honors any requests to make items 'fresh out of the fryer'- they really don't care. It's probably because people avoid this place like the plague, and the one drop that they do in the morning just sits all day for the next unlucky customer. Also, it's a pain to get in and out of this location. Avoid! +cold and stale items +awful staff

Nice burger joint! I ordered a hamburger with cajun fries and the marshmallow milkshake! The food…read morecame out hot, fast, and fresh. The fries were crispy and seasoned well. The burger didn't wow me, but I can forgive all sins with the right sauce! The dip bar was great and it kicked everything up a notch! The shake seemed to have an aftertaste, but everyone else was super pleased with it. Lots of seating is available and they can accommodate a large group. Love the atmosphere! I can't wait to go back!

The Famous Chef Thomas visited this place for the first time, placed an order in good faith, paid…read morehis money, and expected the most basic standard of hospitality: a place to sit and eat. Instead, after taking his payment, they informed him that he could not sit there because a group would be coming in 30 minutes and that he should go outside and eat. Outside. In weather that was a little too nippy for that kind of foolishness. It was a complete slap in the face. Let us be clear. Once a business accepts a customer's money, that customer is no longer a passerby. He is a paying guest. To then tell him he cannot sit and must take his food elsewhere is not a minor inconvenience. It is disrespect. It is disorder. It is a sign that the establishment has no command of hospitality, no understanding of dignity, and no instinct for how to treat people with even the smallest measure of courtesy. What exactly was the Famous Chef Thomas supposed to do, stand in the middle of the floor and eat like a man without sense? Hover awkwardly with food in hand while being made to feel unwanted? Absolutely not. The Famous Chef Thomas has rules, and one of them is permanent: never stay where you are unwanted. https://famouschefthomas.com/paris-notes/never-stay-where-you-are-unwanted.html That rule exists for a reason. When an establishment shows you plainly that your comfort, your presence, and your patronage mean nothing, the correct response is not to beg, explain, or compromise. The correct response is to leave. So the Famous Chef Thomas demanded his money back and walked. That was the meal. That was the experience. That was the review. This dive is not simply disappointing. It is banned by the Famous Chef Thomas.

This spot is okay for a late night bite, but I wouldn't recommend it for chicken if you're…read moreexpecting something similar to Nando's. When you order the chicken, you can choose the level of spiciness you can want, but it's not a big deal since the chicken isn't prepared in the sauce, it's given to you in dipping packets. I found the chicken itself to be dry, so I wouldn't suggest it to anyone, but their menu is so extensive (I think 2-3 different restaurants operate out of the same building) that I wouldn't rule out coming back to try something else especially if it's late at night. The restaurant itself was interesting because at first appearance you'll think it's a fast-casual spot, but the furniture looks like it's from a lounge. Nothing bad, just interesting. The staff were friendly and the food was delivered in a reasonable amount of time.

Always a good sign when the person ahead of you is such a regular they eat here several times a…read moreweek! I am in town from out of state and not familiar with this restaurant. Decided to try the peri chicken strip salad. The server at the counter was super friendly and helpful when I needed to decide what seasoning I wanted on my chicken. And she offered to put the salad dressing on the side since I am taking my order to go. I sat at. A booth while I waited and the furniture was pretty comfy. I was blown away by my salad. There were probably 5 chicken strips (grilled chicken breast tenders) covering the entire top of the salad. The marinade (lemon and herbs) created enough of a sauce that I didn't need dressing. Salad included olives, tomatoes and cucumbers sort of like a greek salad.

Honestly, no long review is even worth it. It's so disappointing and aggravating to consistently…read moreorder meat-free dishes only to find pieces of chicken and steak scattered throughout. This keeps happening, and it's unacceptable. Do better, Chipotle.

I came for a steak bowl but felt disrespected and mistrustful of the food. A staff member cut in…read morefront to take the last bit of steak for himself after I already told the server what I wanted, and then the server said there was no more steak. After a brief back-and-forth, the steak supposedly would be ready in 10 minutes, and the priority steak bowl was said to be the owner. No one acknowledged my request to speak to the owner. The manager later seemed surprised by the claim and said the owner was not there. Overall, I left unhappy with the service and concerns about how the food was handled.

Came here on Tuesday around 6 pm for some tacos after having a craving…read more There is a parking garage for all the businesses around here and it is free after 4 pm during the week and free during the weekends. The elevator door opens right next to the restaurant, and it is convenient. It was decently busy when I came for dinner, but the service felt a bit rushed. They serve tap water inside a green glass bottle. I ordered the corn esquites and I highly recommend it. It is warm and easy to consume with a spoon. All the ingredients in it are well balanced. I also ordered a frozen pina colada, chips and guac. The saltiness of the chips paired well with the guacamole and ice cold pina colada slush. The chips were thick and had a crispy texture. For tacos, I ordered Al pastor and carne asada. The tacos were not too spectacular, but they were big enough for 3 bites each. It is lively inside with music played at a decent volume so that you have to speak with an outside voice.

I would give this place higher but there was a long wait for a table even after we already had a…read morereservation. Staff were nice about it and gave us complimentary guacamole and chips because of the long wait. Also in terms of the actual dining experience, the music is turned up so loud that it's hard to make conversation with the people you're dining with. I'd definitely recommend going on Taco Tuesday because tacos are buy one, get one free so I tried four. My favorite was the Baja crispy fish taco! I'd return for the Tuesday deal. This location is in Crystal City so if you live nearby definitely recommend walking but there is street parking available via Park Mobile as well as a garage nearby.