Nestled in the upstairs space of a building shared with a desserts shop, Reren was a great lunch destination for Chinese cuisine. Their menu features lamen and noodles, dumplings, and an assortment of soups. The space feels very open upon entry at the top of the stairs, and has a semi-open kitchen in the back of the dining area. My friend and I were seated immediately at a table next to the windows overlooking Wisconsin Ave, and our waitress provided great service throughout our meal. There were only a few other tables dining, so we had plenty of time to enjoy the dishes ordered. The Food Breakdown: Grandma's Style Pancake (4/5) - I was admittedly skeptical at first about the item, as the beef was presented wrap-style within the scallion pancake. However, it was actually a refreshing bite with a slight kick from the red pepper. It made for a filling starter. Pork Xiao Long Bao (5/5) - Very delicious and flavorful. There was a good amount of soup in each dumpling as well, properly wrapped so it was easy to pick up and add in the complimenting sauces. Steamed Vegetable Dumplings (4.5/5) - Unpictured, but I was pleasantly surprised by the seasoning in the veggies. They come with six per order, and I enjoyed alternatively between them with the soup dumplings. This was a great lunch stop in the heart of Georgetown, with a second, equally convenient location in Chinatown. The menu offers plenty of selections, and I'd be likely to revisit for its noodles and broth next. read more

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After spending the afternoon with my friends in the area, we decided to try this place out for dinner. Everything started out good. We were sat down quickly since it wasnt crowded for a sunday evening. The servers were helpful with the menu. We ordered about 10 minutes into our visit. We ordered appetizers to include Taiwanese popcorn chicken, spicy wontons, and cucumber salad. We also ordered our meals, too. A beef lamen, pork soup dumplings, crab and pork soup dumplings, and I originally wanted the fried chicken curry lamen but he talked me against it due to spice level and I opted for the sake chicken, per his recommendation. The soup dumplings came out abt 15 min later at which I was told that the cucumber salad was sold out and asked if I wanted anything else. I passed since I had ordered the popcorn chicken already. My friend wasnt a fan of her pork soup dumplings and didnt finish them at all. She stated a severe lack of flavor. The crab/pork ones were a hit for the other friend. I cant eat pork nor beef, so I was still sitting and waiting for my popcorn chicken appetizer to hold me off a bit. About another 20 minutes passed then the beef lamen came out for one friend and then an order of the curry lamen. We were confused on if this was our actual order until he realized that he wrote down the wrong dish for me after I explained that he told me to get the sake chicken instead. He apoligized but by this point, I hadnt had food in roughly 6 hours, I was starving and asked to keep the wrong order, please. He refused and said he would get me the correct item because it's just in the back. Keep in mind that the spicy won tons were still missing and so was my popcorn chicken. About 10 minutes later, the spicy won tons finally made it and she enjoyed them more than her pork soup dumplings. Then the other server comes to tell me that there is more cucumber salad. Im not sure how we go from sold out to availability nearly an hour later but I still refused since I was ready for my main entree at this point. The other friend ended up ordering it instead. She said it was good. I didn't try out of frustration of how this experience was unfolding for me. My entree finally came out after another 15 or so minutes, which meant it acrually was NOT sitting in the back and ready. Im exhausted. Im starving. Ive sat here and watched my table eat while my orders were fumbled for some odd reason. The sake chicken was okay. Its really like katsu chicken with a ton of yum yum and eel sauce over a bed of rice. Best way to explain it. I probably would have enjoyed the original curry dish more. About another 10 minutes later, my popcorn chicken arrives, which beyond upset me because I asumed this order wasnt put in at this point. It had been over an hour! I gave it to my friend instead after trying one and not enjoying the flour-heavy taste. I'm not sure if this was an off night or what but I cant say that I will return just from the sheer time it took to get our orders! An hour and half was beyond ridiculous when the place wasnt even full. No one explained the delays nor came to give us updates while we were waiting, either. I gave them a star for the food being half enjoyed by some of my party and another for pricing because it really wasnt expensive, which was a plus. If you have hours to spare and dont arrive hungry, check this place out! read more

Reren - Sake Fried Chicken. - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

It was the perfect spot for a quick bite to eat! I got the edamame and the handmade chicken dumplings. Both so delicious! The restaurant itself was really cute and very clean. I definitely recommend coming here if you love dumplings! I'd love to come back and try the soup dumplings. read more

Reren - Handmade chicken dumplings - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Staff were kind and helpful. Small place with a single stall bathroom and most tables were full in the evening but we were still seated quickly. The fish was really tasty, definitely recommend an extra order of rice to go with. As for the noodles, I think there are other places with tastier broth that I might go to first, but in a pinch this is a fair choice. read more

Reren - Fish filet with chilis and Reren Signature Lamen - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Such a lovely restaurant in Georgetown. I popped in on a cold day to have a ramen soup and it didn't disappoint. The Kung Fu ramen was absolutely incredible. Huge portions, a lot of meat. The meat was so tender and flavorful. The service was absolutely amazing. I highly recommend if you're in the area and especially on a cold day! read more

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This is such a cute place! My mom and wanted a quick bite to eat before a movie. And because it was so cold outside, dumplings and soup sounded perfect. And it was!! From the outside, Reren doesn't look like much. But once you go upstairs into the restaurant, it's very cute and sophisticated. We shared the chicken dumpling appetizer and each got a bowl of wonton soup - both were absolutely delicious! Our waitress was friendly and service was pretty quick (although there was only us and one other table there at the time). I'll happily come back here again! read more

Reren - 6 Piece Shanghai Wonton Soup - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This place is an absolute gem. The Lamen was incredible with chewy noodles, meaty mushrooms, and delicious broth. This feels like an authentic spot rather than a "designed" restaurant. The ambiance is chill and cozy. Of all the amazing places we tried on this trip, this is top of my list to return to. read more

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Stopped for lunch before my flight, but I wasn't super hungry. I picked the lemongrass pork chop and it was crispy and thin. I kinda wish there was a dipping sauce. Overall, I enjoyed it and the server was very nice. read more

Reren - Lemongrass Pork Chop - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Easily accessible location close to the downtown capitol corridor in the heart of Chinatown. Small inside, but a sit-down bar area along with regular style tables. Nothing fancy, but serviceable along with fast and efficient serving staff. My wife and daughter each started out with bubble tea and we shared a salty bowl of edamame that was cooked perfectly. Next we slurped down a dish of xiao long bao (soup dumplings) that were piping hot and delicious. For main dishes, we shared both a Singapore style baby back rib tips and an order of General Tso's bourbon chicken. The rib tips were of a sweet-n-sour nature and their gooey sticky sauce paired well with the traditional sticky rice served alongside. The General Tso's was a generous portion of chunked fried chicken with a sauce slightly more savory than normal due to the bourbon glaze. We very much enjoyed both. Glad we made the trek over to Chinatown and this specific spot. Would definitely return here. read more

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Despite the offputting conversation about reservations, my wife and I ate there before seeing Merry Wives at the Shakespeare Theater. My experience on arrival was inauspicious. I got there a few minutes before my wife, but the host would not seat me until she got there. I said, but I'm hungry and I would like to start ordering. No, you have to wait until your party. (there were several tables empty). Not until I threatened to leave and the two of us would eat elsewhere did the host relent. Once I sat down, it was OK. I ordered spicy wontons with the chili oil on the side so that my wife would eat them; she did arrive just as the dumplings did and she liked them ore than I did. I enjoyed my cumin lamb; she found her stir-fried noodles a bit boring. The list of beers was not great. I had a hot tea, which was OK. This could get two stars because of the unpleasant arrival but being generous I'll give 3 Oh. and a very nice mural portraying a figure wrapped in a long noodle, with another figuring slurping in the noodle, adorns the dining room. read more

There isn't many Asian restaurants in Georgetown so we decided to go to Reren. I've tried their Chinatown location years ago, however maybe it's this location or my memory is wrong, but I thought the food was average/ok at most. We shared the taiwan style popcorn chicken and I got the dandan noodles and passion boba passion. The popcorn chicken was ok, slightly dry, could be crispier, and needed more flavor. The dandan noodles wasn't spicy or even slightly spicy, and lacked flavor. The drink was ok, but I wouldn't get it again. Reren is on the second floor so you will need to go up a flight of stairs, and there is a few steps up to the entrance door. There is one all gender bathroom. read more

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Reren is an adorable spot in Georgetown delicious ramen and soup dumplings! Fun fact, even Tim Cook has stopped by! The ambiance is a row-house style restaurant that is a boba shop on the first floor and restaurant on the upper floor. Popped into dinner here with a friend on a cold night and enjoyed their happy hour deal of Taiwanese style fried chicken and fries. On the side, we got chicken soup dumplings. This was a delicious combination! The chicken and fries were fresh and flavorful - I specifically appreciated the yum-yum style sauce on top. The soup dumplings were juicy and perfectly meaty. The service was super accommodating with our waitress consistently making sure we understood the menu and were satisfied. Would definitely come back to Reren! read more

Reren - Chicken Soup Dumplings with Taiwanese Fried Chicken and Fries - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

A True Hidden Gem in Georgetown! This place is hands-down one of the best finds in Georgetown. Not only do they offer some of the best prices in the area, but the food is also incredibly authentic and delicious. The soup dumplings are a standout -- delicate thin skin, bursting with flavorful broth. The noodle soups are always my go-to comfort food. Honestly, even when I come to Georgetown alone, I make a special stop here just for their beef noodle soup -- it's that good! If you're craving real Chinese flavors without the Georgetown price tag, this spot is a must-try. read more

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Stumbled into Reren on a cold night before a Wizards game. It was great for convenience of location and warming us up, but the food was average. We ordered the soup dumplings, bao buns and edamame to start. All three were good, but nothing overly memorable. For entrees, my husband got the General Tso's Bourbon Chicken - which he LOVED. This was the best thing we ordered, by far. I ordered the Reren Signature Lamen, which I was honestly a bit disappointed by. It lacked flavor and was just mediocre. The staff was very attentive and kind and the ambiance was cute and cozy. Overall, it was a good experience, though I will most likely not return. read more

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If you're in DC and craving amazing dumplings, Reren Lamen Bar is a must. The food was seriously delicious -- every bite of the dumplings was packed with flavor, and their noodles were just as impressive. The all-day happy hour is a total win, with $3 beers that make it easy to settle in and stay a while. That said, they only had one waiter when we went, so service was a bit slow -- but honestly, the food more than made up for it. If you're not in a rush, it's 100% worth the wait. Great flavors, chill vibe, and you can't beat the prices during happy hour. I'll definitely be back. read more

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Had lunch at Reren after a long walk around the Mall with my sis. It was the perfect treat! Pancakes scallions 10/10 they were crispy and flaky and very flavorful. Cucumbers salad was the right balance of acidic and light spice. The soup dumplings were comforting in a cold day. We rounded it off with pork belly bao buns - would've loved a little char on the edges, but the flavor was spot on. Ambiance is chill and the service friendly. We'll definitely be back. read more

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Dumplings were good however the cucumbers were not worth the money. Overall not a bad pick but cucumbers were not worth 8 dollars. read more

Reren - Cucumbers - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Have been to Reren in Chinatown but didn't know they also have a location in Georgetown. They other day just walked past and made an impromptu decisions to try it for lunch. The place is in a town house on 2nd floor. Well decorated very atmospheric, more spacious than the other one. Menu not extensive but their soup dumplings are very good - the skin a bit thick but there is so much juice inside the dumplings you absolutely need to use the ladle they give you to eat them or you'll lose all the juice. Also had dan dan noodle and wrapped sticky rice. All tasty and service is friendly and courteous. There aren't that many good Chinese restaurants in DC but this is a good one even if they mostly just have dim sum items. read more

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The food is great overall and the server are really nice. The ambiance and interior design are good. Highly recommend the Taiwan style popcorn chicken! read more

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Steep prices, mediocre flavor. The best dishes were the appetizers, but unfortunately the service was lackluster.

Definitely not authentic ramen. You can definitely do better. Price: 3.5/5 - on par for the area Signature ramen: 2/5 - hair in my bowl, egg overcooked, broth nothing special, mushrooms in ramen were big chewy pieces, would have been better if smaller Service: 4/5 fine Interior: 4/5 fine read more

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Walked into this ramen bar last minute before closing, but the staff was incredibly patient and welcoming. They didn't rush us and took our orders with a smile. We started with vegetable spring rolls and takoyaki -- both were delicious and paired really well with the peach soju. For the main course, I had their signature ramen with chicken and a side of vegetable fried rice. The ramen broth was rich and full of flavor with just the right amount of spice. Great food, great service -- definitely coming back! read more

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I've always liked their Chinatown location, and this was my first time trying this one. The decor is cute, and the service was great. I loved the wontons--they were delicious. The wings were crispy on the outside and tender and juicy inside, though I was expecting a bit more Thai flavor. The soup dumplings had plenty of broth, but the flavor and texture were a little lacking. I will definitely come back and try some other items on the menu. read more

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Cozy little spot in Chinatown! I was quickly greeted after coming in from the rain and sat at the small 5-6 seat bar. For dinner, I ordered the spicy wontons and soup dumplings. I loved the texture and chili flavor of the spicy wontons, not to mention that they were served fresh and hot- perfect for a chilly rainy day! I found the soup dumplings less extraordinary, but decent. Service was friendly and speedy. Restaurant was clean, well maintained, well-lit, intimate, and homey. read more

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First of all, the service was great. We had multiple staff coming to our table to ask what we needed, take our orders, and offer complimentary white rice for our curry dishes. The food, however, was ok but some items did remind me of Panda Express, not authentic food. I really enjoyed the Mango-Go cocktail! We also had the Bourbon chicken, noodles, chicken karaage, curry chicken, fried rice and Veggie dumplings. I would go back for the Vegetable dumplings. Chicken Karaage and noodles but nothing was memorable. read more

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Omg the scallion pancakes were so good I still think about it to this day! I didn't enjoy my shrimp tempura lamen very much but the spicy beef lamen was good. The restaurant is small, the waitress was a little rude but other than that I still enjoyed the food! read more

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I've been to this spot a few times now and it's always a solid pick! I came here most recently for a late weeknight dinner with a friend. It's a cozy spot. We were sat immediately and served pretty quickly as well too. We decided to get the xiao long bao (pork soup dumplings), dan dan noodles, and kung fu noodles. The dumplings were tender and delicious, and the kung fu noodles were so flavorful and probably my favorite!! Overall, quick and delicious spot in Chinatown and can't wait to come back! read more

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Tried Kung Fu Lamen at Reren in Georgetown and it was so delicious! The noodles are chewy and delicious from their special recipe, and the broth is rich and flavorful. Great spot for a tasty meal in DC Georgetown. The atmosphere is good, service is great. I will definitely be back! read more

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I'm not one to choose a location based on vibes but this restaurant has such unique and well-designed seating in their upstairs that it feels perfectly paired for sipping on delicious Lamen & soup dumplings! I always ask for a booth by the window for people watching while waiting on my food. Soup dumplings demand to be eaten immediately vs takeout and they deliver on creating a comfy yet chic environment. DON'T MISS: black truffle & pork soup dumplings, The duck Lamen (the broth was delicious and the book choy was amazing!) Service was attentive and helpful as always & I appreciate their fair pricing and swift service in bustling Georgetown. read more

Unexpectedly good given the relatively mediocre average rating. We were looking for something simple and familiar during our trip to DC, and this place seemed to fit the bill. There was a big Bruins-Capitals game starting soon down the street so we were concerned about getting a table, but fortunately we were seated soon after arrival. Lots of interesting things to choose from, and we agonized over our decision. Takoyaki - nice chunks of octopus inside a hot center and crispy outside. Nicely done. Kung-fu noodles - just the right amount of heat in a delicious broth with noodles cooked perfectly - just ever so slightly firm to give it that nice texture that all ramen-type dishes should have. Seafood fried rice - plenty of properly cooked shrimp, bits of crab, and scallop. Great flavor without relying on soy sauce, though maybe just a little bit on the salty side. Still well liked. Taiwanese braised pork over rice - probably the favorite of the night, with tender pieces of pork, mushroom, pickled vegetables, bok choy, and half a tea egg. Really excellent, but I would have preferred a jammier yolk. Service was friendly and food came out quickly. Prices were good for DC - the total bill including tip (no drinks tonight) was $80 for our group of three. read more

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What we had was not awful but wasn't great either. The 2 star rating for me signifies that I most likely won't be going to try this place again. The pork belly on the lamen wasn't soft. Flavor wise, the broth seems watered down. The xiao long bao wasn't soupy inside. The bao sandwich was really subpar. read more

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Food was amazing Kiss the Chef! Service was warm and welcoming! Visiting from San Francisco. read more

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Fantastic food, reasonable prices, great service! I got a ramen soup, husband got the bourbon chicken, both were very tasty with generous portions. read more

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If you're in Georgetown, you HAVE to check out Reren - the food here blew me away! The grandma-style scallion pancake wrap with beef might be my new obsession. The pancake is super crunchy, and the beef in the middle is so tender and flavorful that every bite feels like comfort food leveled up. The pan-fried crabmeat & pork bao are ridiculously good - crispy on the outside and packed with juicy flavor inside. And don't skip the vegetable dumplings - I've honestly never seen them like this anywhere else. They're fresh, tasty, and totally unique. Everything we tried was a hit. Reren is definitely one of my new go-to spots in DC. Highly, highly recommend! read more

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It's a different kind of restaurant in Gtown. Cute little restaurant on a 2nd floor, 1st floor is a bubble tea place. Party of 5, greeted by friendly staff, they were very attentive during our dinner, refilling water, taking away finished plates, and ordering was very easy. Fresh ingredients and delicious food. Highly recommend the salt & pepper chicken, very juicy and tender. Can't go wrong with the soup dumpling, steamed to perfection; Shrimp hargow is way bigger than normal dim sum places. Let's talk about price: priced at a very reasonable price point, given the prime location and cost of rent, their pricing is way better than a lot of restaurants. Overall, will definitely go again. read more

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Came in on a weekday lunch and there was enough seating for our group of six. The noodles taste good and fresh while the broth is flavorful. They have some homemade kimchi and also sour pickled veggies. It is listed as hot, but did not taste that spicy. The half egg was also a nice touch. The meat is a good portion of beef with tendons and its thinly sliced. The food was good for a quick lunch or meal. Not as deep or flavorful as I hoped. But, worth a stop if you are in the area and craving Chinese noodle soup. They have some a variety of side items and other noodle dishes. Meal was about $20 after tax and tips. A little pricey but that's probably the same as the other restaurants. read more

Reren - Kung fu ramen - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

If you're in DC and craving amazing dumplings, Reren Lamen Bar is a must. The food was seriously delicious -- every bite of the dumplings was packed with flavor, and their noodles were just as impressive. The all-day happy hour is a total win, with $3 beers that make it easy to settle in and stay a while. That said, they only had one waiter when we went, so service was a bit slow -- but honestly, the food more than made up for it. If you're not in a rush, it's 100% worth the wait. Great flavors, chill vibe, and you can't beat the prices during happy hour. I'll definitely be back. read more

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History of Present Indulgence: After a few hours of shopping in Georgetown, AKA leaving expensive stores empty-handed only to go to TJ-Maxx to get the real shopping done, and massively hungover, some food was a must. Physical Exam: Taste - The food here took me back to some of my mom's home-cooking, as well as casual spots I would hit up whenever I traveled back to Shanghai to visit my grandparents. They have dishes from different Chinese cuisines, like the spectacular Toothpick Cumjn Lamb and the Chengdu Spicy Wontons, as well as Taiwanese-style dishes, but it was the sweetness of the Braised Smoked Duck that made me feel nostalgic for home-cooking I haven't had in a long time. The cumin lamb and spicy wontons were yum yum for my tum tum, but could've been spicier. But I also am a very spicy eater. The signature lamen (ramen, but spelled closer to the Chinese pronunciation) was also a simple, but rich soup noodle noodle bowl that was exactly what I needed that day to nurse the hangover I was having. Soupy noodles = Liquid IV for Asians. Service - Our server was LOVELY. She was so nice, almost NPC character from a video game nice. Which is sad how surprising that was, because that means I don't usually expect niceness. I won't go too deep into an expectations of human kindness in a Yelp review though. Environment - The 3 of us were all very jazzed about how fun this place was decorated. It gave a fun bar vibe and I felt like there should be some TVs around and a karaoke machine setup somewhere. The bar was lined up with beer towers, so they must attract a clientele (not to stereotype but probably a significant amount of the Chinese students from Georgetown). I mean it makes sense. Great snackable food that goes well with drinks that they have plenty of (下酒菜 xia jiu cai in Chinese would literally translate to "down wine dishes"), a fully stacked bar, and good music in the background. Food as the vehicle for fun while drinking on a Friday night needs to be more imbued into mainstream culture here. Assessment/Plan: It's kind of a hidden, inconspicuous place on a side street off of M on the 2nd floor of a boba shop. But definitely look for it and go try it out. I'm definitely going back. 5 out of 5 stars for food, service, and atmosphere. Really curious what the vibes are at night and hope it gets as lit as it seems setup to be. Give me a beer tower and a couple plates of those cumin lambs, it'll probably be safer to stop serving it with toothpicks by the end of the night! read more

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I would describe my meal here as "good," no more and no less. I was dining solo and popped in at around 3:30 on a Saturday afternoon. There were tables available, but still there were a number of diners present, a good sign for that time of day. I was seated right away and my order taken promptly. Soon I had a plate of steaming noodles in front of me. I ate quickly and hungrily, mindful that lomein is at its most tasty in those first few minutes out of the wok. The flavor was satisfying but not out of the ordinary. My dissatisfaction came from the scarcity of chicken and vegetables among the noodles. I know costs have gone up in these inflationary times, but honestly, would it be impossible to be a bit more generous with them? Perhaps throw a few scallion in for good measure? My bill came shortly after the last noodle was slurped. I paid, and left. read more

Prefacing this review by saying that DC's Chinatown is not a real Chinatown - it's very gentrified and there are very few ethnic Chinese still left in the area. DC's overall Asian population is only impressive if you have lived in ultra white suburbs growing up. It does not remotely compare to LA/NYC/Chicago - or even Chinese immigrant communities you'll see in college towns. As a result of this lack of Chinese community, the Chinese food here leaves a lot to be desired. I ordered a lamen bowl and it was bland - I've had better in the food area in a Chinese grocery store. It wasn't well seasoned and the noodles were overcooked so the texture was off. The service was quick and the waiters were nice so I did appreciate that element. But overall, like most Chinese food in DC, I was less than impressed. If you've never had Chinese food (beyond the standard takeout lomein and fried rice), the food would probably impress you - but if you're actually Chinese, it's nothing impressive and not worth the cost. It's food I can make at home for cheaper and better taste. read more

Reren - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia