Pan Asian Restaurants near Washington, DC

“The first time checking this place out. ordered it to go. Customer service was great, staff was knowledgeable of the menu and gave a great recommendation. I got the spaghetti drunken noodles with chicken. Phenomenal, definitely will be going back. I'm actually surprised the flavors were still intact. For it to be a to go order lol“

“The night before the Marine Corps Marathon, we celebrated our anniversary dinner with family and relatives at Satay Club, a cozy Malaysian restaurant tucked in the heart of Washington DC. I’m always on the lookout for authentic flavors — and this place truly impressed us with every bite.

We started our feast with their signature Satay — both chicken and lamb. Perfectly grilled with smoky charred edges, the skewers were tender and flavorful, complemented beautifully by the rich, nutty peanut sauce. It felt like a taste of Kuala Lumpur in DC!

Next came the salted fish fried rice, aromatic and full of wok hei (that irresistible smoky aroma). The balance of savory salted fish, soft egg, and crisp vegetables made it comfort food at its best. The calamari dish was crispy on the outside and tender inside, served with colorful bell peppers and crunchy shallots — a delightful mix of texture and spice.

We also loved the tofu and eggplant stir-fry, which came in a deliciously savory sauce — rich, hearty, and deeply satisfying. To end the evening, we indulged in ice chendol and fried banana, a sweet and refreshing finish that brought nostalgic memories of Southeast Asia.

Satay Club is a gem — family-run, warm, and truly authentic. A perfect place for Malaysian food lovers and a wonderful way to celebrate before marathon day! 🇲🇾🍢🍚💛“

“It's good. Go there...“

“Excellent bento boxes! So good that I will come back for more.“

“Delicious vegan food and friendly staff!“

“We had such a great experience. Lizz was our server and she was amazing!!! This was our family’s first time here and we were celebrating our son for earning straight A’s on his report card. They gave him the most delicious donuts and Lizz made really excellent dish recommendations. We will return for sure!!“

“Artha Rini Indonesian Restaurant had been on my list for a long time, and I’m very glad I finally had the chance to visit. From start to finish, the experience was excellent — food, presentation, atmosphere, and service were all on point.

To start, I tried the Mendoan, a lightly fried tempeh that was soft inside and crispy outside, full of aroma and flavor, and the Tahu Gejrot, fried tofu served with a sweet, tangy, slightly spicy sauce that really stood out.

For the main dishes, I ordered the Rendang and Nasi Goreng Ayam. The Rendang was outstanding — deeply flavorful, perfectly spiced, and incredibly tender. It’s clear this dish was prepared with time, care, and attention to detail. The Nasi Goreng Ayam was comforting, well-seasoned, and very satisfying.

The space is warm and welcoming, and the service was friendly and attentive throughout the meal. This is a place I definitely plan on returning to and would happily recommend to anyone looking for authentic Indonesian cuisine.

A great spot and a place I truly hope continues to thrive.“

“Great spot to stop for dinner. I love Thai food and the drunken noodle was delicious plus the cocktails were creative and well made. The server was very helpful and got us their separate vegan menu, and everything was really reasonably priced.“

“Nice & NEW place! Just had “Grand Opening”. What I ordered was very good. I will be back!“

“Everything was delicious 😋“