Restaurants in Annandale

“We were worried getting out of a late meeting and we didn’t think we would be able to find a really good meal with it being after 9pm. We were wrong! We followed our GPS to this restaurant and the place was so welcoming. They let us sample before we decided on our meals and everything we tried was delicious and most importantly FRESH! To get a meal THIS good at this time of night blew us away! We will be coming back and will be using their catering option as well for a summer birthday party! Please try and return for another ! Visit the Annnandale location! And once you’re done with the delicious dinner, please save room for the crepes they have here!”

“Decided to try mae ornnit with my sister based on the strong reviews they have. Our server provided excellent, attentive service from start to finish. Mixed reviews on the food: Papaya salad was a downer. Lacks that nice flavor with fish sauce and papaya slices were sliced a bit too thick. Tom kha gai and chicken wonton soups were a winner. Lovely coconut milk flavor for tom kha soup. Fried tofu was pretty decent. The sweet and sour sauce for crispy flounder rocked, but I was expecting a slightly fresher flounder than what we had. Overall a pretty nice experience and we may return if we pass by the area again.”

“Very good food nice atmosphere”

“One of a kind! Awesome selection of Korean and American snacks. The service is top notch. The atmosphere is upbeat with a lounge vibe. Highly recommend.

Only caveat is parking might be tough during peak hours. Be careful parking in Honey Pig and Rumba lots adjacent to 1943 Classic.”

“My Co worker brought the blueberry yogurt cake into the office... OMG. It was light and fluffy and so fresh. The like chocolate name plate was the best chocolate I've ever tasted. I will be in soon, I'm planning my wedding as we speak!”

“Very cute place, delicious teas and desserts, nice staff.”

“We got the pork (i think) cheesy katsu. It was absolutely delicious and well worth what we paid. The side bits were also delicious and really complement the katsu itself. Really nice guy (owner?) served us--I'd definitely come back again!

The only slight downside I had was not service or food related, but the lighting in this place was really...depressing?? It was a cold office overhead light feeling, I think they'd benefit from warmer bulbs.”

“soujouk is one of the best sandwiches i ever ate at this restaurant highly recomanded”

“Have been coming here for around 20 years...
There's a reason.....Best Kabob joint in Northern Virginia. Portions are huge!
They make you feel like family. Great people, great food!”

“The food was really delicious, just like what I used to eat when I went to visit my grandmother in Korea! Tofu stew, jjolmyeon, and kimbap with a lot of perilla seed powder, and the side dishes, especially young radish kimchi, are the best.... In this time of rising prices, the price and quantity are good, and the taste is truly the best!”

“I recently had the pleasure of dining at Incheon Nova, a modern fusion Korean cuisine restaurant, and I must say, it was an absolute delight! The culinary experience at Incheon Nova surpassed all my expectations with its delightful and delicious dishes, each infused with a touch of creativity. The flavors at Incheon Nova were simply explosive! From the moment I took my first bite, I was instantly transported to a world of culinary bliss. The combination of traditional Korean ingredients with innovative cooking techniques resulted in dishes that were not only unique but also incredibly tasty. It was evident Chef Ahn at Incheon Nova possess a true passion for his craft. The modern and stylish interior created a warm and inviting atmosphere, making it the perfect setting for a memorable dining experience. Whether you're looking for a cozy dinner for two or a celebratory gathering with friends, Incheon Nova offers a versatile space that caters to all occasions. What truly made my visit to Incheon Nova exceptional was the friendly and accommodating staff. From the moment I walked through the door, I was greeted with warm smiles and attentive service. The staff went above and beyond to ensure that every aspect of my dining experience was enjoyable, offering helpful recommendations and ensuring all my needs were met.”

“Lots of desserts 🍮 🧁 🍨 and snacks”

“This place seems like a clean traditional Korean snack bar with a male owner and a female owner. All the delicious food is here. Squid kimbap. Jjolmyeon. Awesome, awesome. I want to go eat again

Vegetarian options: Jjolmyeon with vegetables. Freshness. Highly recommended”

“Great service and tasty food . Will return again”

“Cue Club Cafe is the greatest. Amazing service. Fantastic bar food (bulgogi fries 😱). Fun and welcoming atmosphere. Cheap drinks. Darts and pool. What's not to love?!”

“The service was excellent. I like the special treat in the end. Glad we decided to go here.”

“Old school! Dinner special comes with egg roll or spring roll and choice of soup (my mom got wonton, I got egg drop). They give you free peanuts immediately when you sit down which is so nice if you're hungry! You automatically get a pot of tea. After dinner you get a traditional fortune cookie and two fresh orange slices. I love this place. Sometimes you don't want the newest trendy thing, just the comforting classics.”

“I ordered take out for the first time and this place knocked it out of the park. The serving size is perfect and the food was delicious. Will definitely be my go to spot for take out Chinese in Annandale.”

“excellent chicken sandwich and I love the aguadito de Pollo ( chicken soup)”

“I usually order beef, Kaprow papa salad, and fried rice. By far the best Thai place near me I live three cities over I ordered DoorDash. It’s not Americanized. They actually make stuff spicy flavor good flavor someone in the past did order the pad Thai and they said the noodles are different. I don’t know pad Thai so I don’t know”

“Favorite Salvadorean cuisine. My favorite meal is the "yuca con chicharrón," which is fried yucca root and pork crackling (rinds). This also includes shredded cabbage in the center as a side. I recommend reheating in an oven for better taste and texture.My second favorite meal is the chicken sandwich, which includes fries. It's about 8", has some lettuce and mayo in it. Pretty tasty. Same as above for reheating.My favorite sides are red beans or "pupusa revuelta." Pupusas are probably a transliteration of "pupus" or "pu-pu platters," which are similar to "tapas." These are bite-sized entrees or platters, but in this case, it is a fried, corn meal, pancake-like item similar to a 'tamal' in that it is corn-based, but it is flat and round and filled with either cheese, beans, or a combination of both (revuelta).Lastly, no meal comes with a drink included, but you can choose soft drinks, water, beer, coconut water, "horchata" or "jugo de marañón" (cashew juice). Horchata is the name of several kinds of beverages, made of ground almonds, sesame seeds, rice, barley, tigernuts, or melon seeds (in this case, it's a powdered mix). Jugo de marañon is cashew juice, a light sweet juice somewhat similar to guava juice and almond milk combined.Prices are very, very reasonable as is the quality of food. However, I cannot guarantee the best customer service. This does not deter my 5-star rating because I enjoy the food, not the people.Lastly, there is music videos or live fútbol (soccer) usually playing on about 3-4 TVs. There is a restroom for men and women, bit the women's restroom requires a key, which you obtain from the counter up front. They also sell pastries of central American style.”

“From the moment you step inside, you’re greeted by a beautifully designed space that feels both inviting and stylish. The attention to detail in the décor creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere, making it the perfect spot to enjoy a great meal.

The food here is outstanding! Every dish is crafted with care and delicious What truly sets this place apart, though, is the people. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful, going above and beyond to ensure a great experience.”

“***** Rice Pot Asian Cuisine has an extensive diverse menu I cannot find in my neighborhood. We highly recommend anything with eggplant in it. Our food was very tasty. Will definitely come back. (I don’t know why I can’t give it a star rating)”

“ما شاء الله مطعم مع اراكيل شي راقي ونظيف استقبال روعه اسلوب تعامل حلو جدا ..... شكرآ لكم وفقكم ربي”

“Si lo recomiendo de todas las chicas q atienden la mejor es Dalila es amable atenta y sobre todo muy detallista se lo toma muy en serio su trabajo.”

“Wife and I love this place. Very chill whole in the wall kind of place. Came here almost every week for most of last winter. Continues to be a regular spot because of how simple, cheap and good it is. Love the spicy pork dish - Jayuk Bokeum. A bit pricy but is huge and almost feeds two people. Wife loves the tofu soup. Mandu and the kimchi or seafood pancakes are great starters. Kimchi and tea come with every meal. Have had kimchi at lots of asian spots but this is by far the best kimchi ever. Will continue to frequent this spot”

“I tried the new burger, it tasted different than the whopper, the fries were good. The power went out so things got hectic, we ordered desserts but took 45 minutes to get it.”

“Best Bul jok bal and mak guk su place in DMV area.
The interior is looking like pocha, so people might come here for just drinking. However, you guys can just come to this place for having dinner. They are mostly delicious.

A place where buljokbal and makguksu are delicious. A taste that cannot be beat even in Korea.
The interior looks like a bar, so people come here late in the evening to drink. However, considering the price, taste, and quantity, this is one of the few Korean restaurants that is worth coming to for dinner.”

“This place is very spacious and clean. The servers were super nice and accommodating. Fun place to try nice Korean food and have some drinks. It’s a good place to watch some sports games too! Great place for a large group. There are private rooms as well. Would definitely come back.”

“Son las mejores pupusas que e comido 😋”

“A&J was a delicious find! The food was amazing and hit the spot. Small dining area, but perfect for taking out. Parking is a little rough- the lot itself is falling apart and full of massive holes. Parking can be tight.”

“Food was good, service was…lol not bad just very indifferent. No greeting, no smile, no words at all — just slid me the food and silently took payment — no real problem with that. Food was decent, prices had gone up a bit from what I could see online but overall basic decent late night option for pizza.”

“Great environment, wonderful service and highly recommend! The food is absolutely delicious and worth any wait. Also a family-owned restaurant, which is an incredible plus! You know the experience will be just right.”

“Trust me the taste is amazing it’s unbelievable i feel like im in kabul and eating this. Thank you so much from Afghanistan shawarma and burger for such a quality food.”

“Everything was great! Daniel went above and beyond to provide amazing service while everything tasted incredible! Inside and outside both have very enjoyable atmospheres!”

“Always good food! Reasonably priced. Good service. Clean.”

“I had a fried whole fish here. It was amazing. Friendly and attentive staff. The owner came out and checked on us multiple times. They also have a very healthy vegan platter along with spaghetti options, well flavored and fulfilling. Ambience was also great. Sporty bar vibe with beautiful Ethiopian traditional coffee setup. I’ll definitely go back.”

“Amazing tea, great staff, definitely recommend!”

“Delicious boba—especially the taro milk one! And it's a really cool atmosphere with chill music!”

“Great tasting food (tofu soups). Taking 1 star off as Tip Inflation is insane at this restaurant. The suggested tip on the bill starts at 20%… all the way up to something like 30%. I would suggest the restaurant do a reality check.”

“Well prepared to your order. first time having shaved ice cream. staff courtesy and attentive to detail”

“I'm checking in once a week hahaha a great malatang kwabarou restaurant! The most delicious malatang I had in the DMV area. This time, Kwao Barou also came out and became my favorite malatang restaurant. The owner is so friendly that it's always nice every time I go. Because I can add whatever toppings I want?

Parking: Since it's inside a supermarket, the parking lot is really spacious.”

“The food was absolutely delicious, and the ingredients were incredibly fresh.
The kimchi and radish kimchi (kkakdugi) were also really flavorful.
The staff were very friendly, and the restaurant was clean and well-maintained.
It was a wonderful experience overall.
This is definitely the best restaurant in Annandale!
👍👍👍👍👍”

“The soup was too plain, less flavor. Beef and pork was good. Baby octopus was fresh, but it would be nice to cut it to a smaller pieces. Service was little slow, but acceptable. Menu was confusing.”

“New Tosokjib focuses on traditional Korean fare, and the food js consistently good. The menu has a decent variety of options, and a couple of the stews and scallion seafood pancake are good. For non-spicy diners, recommend the samgaetang (chicken stew) and mandoo-kook (dumpling soup).

On the downside, the restaurant is really no frills. The service leaves much to be desired and is downright cold. Good luck asking for extra napkins. You will get a death stare along with a couple of kiddie napkins.”

“You have got to ask for Jay Kim, he is the best server in the house. He was patient and ever so helpful with us as first time hot potters. I had a vegetarian hot pot, well, except for the dumplings. Although they have no vegetarian options, he worked with me and provided me with an alternate option. It would be more awesome for them to add it to their menu tho for those of us who just love veggies. The broth is vegetarian based so it makes sense to have a vegetarian option along with it. We had a party of 8 and Jay Kim made it so much fun!!! The food was absolutely delicious. Everything was so fresh. One other option that would have been great to have would be fresh ginger at the sauce bar and mushrooms on the vegetable plate. We were all pleasantly pleased with our food. The ambiance is very nice, low light but more than enough to cook and enjoy each other's company. Jay Kim made sure we always had what we needed. The sauce bar was amazing, so many choices. I recommend making a few bowls, some for the broth and and some for dipping your cooked food. If you get any type of meat, also make a sauce to marinade the meat. You don't have to but it made a good difference. Meats are thinly sliced for quick cooking and again,so fresh. The price was worth the amount of food and the experience. There is an all you can eat option or an a la carte option where you just get one meat selection and a vegetable plate which was more than enough for us as a party of young ladies. This was a great first hot pot experience and I definitely recommend it, just make sure to ask for Jay Kim. I know you will enjoy it!!!”

“Today I place an order around noon for delivery at 9:00pm. I order the dish Soondae+Bossam, the order came right at 9:00pm on the dot. This little girl came out the car name Jenny with mask and gloves(due to all the virus going around)... very professional and clean. Food was great 10 out of 10. Would strongly recommend eatting here!”

“Great spot for a delicious bowl of pho! The noodles were perfectly cooked, the portions were generous, and the broth had great depth of flavor. The staff was professional and welcoming, making the experience even better. Definitely a place worth visiting if you’re in the area!”

“I traveled around a lot (New York, New Jersey, LA), but I couldn't find a restaurant that I would want to go to again because I wanted to eat salted fish and grilled mackerel. I'll try going again next time with my husband ☺️”

“I love the general tso chicken, orange chicken, and sesame chicken and my wife loves the Singapore noodles. I normally don't order chicken but this place is really good. Great prices, large portions and super fast delivery. Best in the area! Highly recommend.Update: We've been ordering from Hunan Heritage for over a month now and there is no question, they make delicious food. This is the only place I would order catering from. January 2024”

“Honestly if you want kimbap this is the place to go.
I have been going to red holic since 2010 and the owners have been consistently changing however the current owner knows how to do bunshik! Twigims are so crispy, tteokbokki and kimbaps are perfect, soondae is alright.
Do not expect a five star restaurant level service here because that is simply not what korean bunshick is about.
Come here for the affordable, wonderful, delicious food!”

“A Great customer service. The manager of this location is very friendly and they serve good quality food despite the price. This location is always busy but I always leave happy with my order and with the place I truly recommend it.”

“I order from doordash a lot from here, as well as picking up orders to take home so I never eat in, but the chicken mayo is absolutely phenomenal, as well as being relatively low priced. I've found myself craving it at least once a week, easily some of the best food in the area, and there's some great spots nearby”

“You guys never disappoint us when we visit. Always very good food, tasty and filling!”

“My fiancé and I decided to have dinner here last night. I have to say considering how busy and packed they were last night cause of Valentine’s Day they handled it very well. Our server, Asher did an amazing job. The whole night he served us with a smile. Will definitely be coming back.”

“Me encanta el personal, super amable, en principal la señora Sonia es un amor.”

“Best pizza t world”

“My husband and I found this little spot while out walking . We purchased coffee, bagels and decided to have a scone apiece. The owner and staff are so sweet and you can tell that they love what they do. It will be a regular spot for us to visit.”

“Come sing at the bar! Room! With great food and drinks!!”

“Great coffee, fresh and locally roasted in their store. Well worth driving past a few other coffee shops on the way to get there, pick up some beans for home.”

“This is a great place for my son's birthday dinner. They served all his favorite foods and the host was especially helpful with squeezing in our large group into a cozy space!”

“I love trying out places with unique drinks and Ben Gong's Tea in Annandale is a location with many unique drinks. Of course, they have your traditional boba tea and various fruits teas but I love their fermented rice milk tea series. I appreciate how a lot of their drinks come with crystal jellies already too. Also highly recommend their strawberry yukult if you love fruity and sweet drinks!

Their drinks are not very sweet to begin with so if you prefer sweeter drinks I recommend going with 70%+ sugar. Around 50% and less it isn't really sweet anymore!”

“Wonderful Diner, great servers!! Good food. Music way too loud outside… a shame one can’t talk without shouting. I do love Elvis though!!”

“Great food! A must try for everyone!”

“Highly recommend! Not too far from Inova Fairfax Hospital, walkable distance. Amazing food and very sweet owners. Nice change from hospital food. The bulgogi wrap is very tasty.”

“We almost ordered one of everything. Our favorites were the tocino and the kare kare. This was the first time I've ever had it with brisket and not oxtail. It was delicious. I wish I could be there for the grand opening pig roast.”

“We've been driving all the way down to Moby Dicks at the Kentlands, and then to the new Shady Grove restaurant, from Thurmont, MD. Yes, the food is that good! Now there's one in Frederick.���”

“There are so many pho restaurants in NOVA, but Pho Hai Duong has quickly become my favorite. I order their combination pho with extra hoisin and jalapeños at least once a week, and with their early opening hours I can even get pho for breakfast! I love the quality of their meat, the flavor of their broth, and the consistency of the meal each time I order. I definitely recommend this restaurant and feel spoiled to be able to eat there so regularly. 💯”

“The jjajangmyun was fantastic! My boyfriend’s pork fried rice looked pretty good, too. The prices are way more reasonable than other places we went to for this trip. Service was really good and the banchan were delicious.”

“I’ve been going here since I was a kid, and I can’t recommend it enough! The buffet is so cheap and yummy, incredibly flavorful and filling. Staff is super kind even when they’re busy. Love this place!”

“Amazing as usual. Always a interesting selection. Great coffee and nice atmosphere.”

“Best value Korean bakery around. We spent about $70 here so while we didn’t try one of everything, we did have a good selection. All great and we figure it would be close to double in the big chains. Owner was kind enough to compliment my Korean so nice bonus :)”

“Wonderful Diner, great servers!! Good food. Music way too loud outside… a shame one can’t talk without shouting. I do love Elvis though!!”

“You have got to ask for Jay Kim, he is the best server in the house. He was patient and ever so helpful with us as first time hot potters. I had a vegetarian hot pot, well, except for the dumplings. Although they have no vegetarian options, he worked with me and provided me with an alternate option. It would be more awesome for them to add it to their menu tho for those of us who just love veggies. The broth is vegetarian based so it makes sense to have a vegetarian option along with it. We had a party of 8 and Jay Kim made it so much fun!!! The food was absolutely delicious. Everything was so fresh. One other option that would have been great to have would be fresh ginger at the sauce bar and mushrooms on the vegetable plate. We were all pleasantly pleased with our food. The ambiance is very nice, low light but more than enough to cook and enjoy each other's company. Jay Kim made sure we always had what we needed. The sauce bar was amazing, so many choices. I recommend making a few bowls, some for the broth and and some for dipping your cooked food. If you get any type of meat, also make a sauce to marinade the meat. You don't have to but it made a good difference. Meats are thinly sliced for quick cooking and again,so fresh. The price was worth the amount of food and the experience. There is an all you can eat option or an a la carte option where you just get one meat selection and a vegetable plate which was more than enough for us as a party of young ladies. This was a great first hot pot experience and I definitely recommend it, just make sure to ask for Jay Kim. I know you will enjoy it!!!”

“My husband and I found this little spot while out walking . We purchased coffee, bagels and decided to have a scone apiece. The owner and staff are so sweet and you can tell that they love what they do. It will be a regular spot for us to visit.”

“We were worried getting out of a late meeting and we didn’t think we would be able to find a really good meal with it being after 9pm. We were wrong! We followed our GPS to this restaurant and the place was so welcoming. They let us sample before we decided on our meals and everything we tried was delicious and most importantly FRESH! To get a meal THIS good at this time of night blew us away! We will be coming back and will be using their catering option as well for a summer birthday party! Please try and return for another ! Visit the Annnandale location! And once you’re done with the delicious dinner, please save room for the crepes they have here!”

“ما شاء الله مطعم مع اراكيل شي راقي ونظيف استقبال روعه اسلوب تعامل حلو جدا ..... شكرآ لكم وفقكم ربي”

“Decided to try mae ornnit with my sister based on the strong reviews they have. Our server provided excellent, attentive service from start to finish. Mixed reviews on the food: Papaya salad was a downer. Lacks that nice flavor with fish sauce and papaya slices were sliced a bit too thick. Tom kha gai and chicken wonton soups were a winner. Lovely coconut milk flavor for tom kha soup. Fried tofu was pretty decent. The sweet and sour sauce for crispy flounder rocked, but I was expecting a slightly fresher flounder than what we had. Overall a pretty nice experience and we may return if we pass by the area again.”

“Lots of desserts 🍮 🧁 🍨 and snacks”

“My Co worker brought the blueberry yogurt cake into the office... OMG. It was light and fluffy and so fresh. The like chocolate name plate was the best chocolate I've ever tasted. I will be in soon, I'm planning my wedding as we speak!”

“My family and I went to try this place and we enjoyed it! We ordered: Musubi Trio, BBQ Mix, BBQ Short Ribs, and the Seafood Platter and everything was delicious! We also tried the French fries and the macaroni salad. The service was really friendly as well. Nice aloha atmosphere!”

“Wife and I love this place. Very chill whole in the wall kind of place. Came here almost every week for most of last winter. Continues to be a regular spot because of how simple, cheap and good it is. Love the spicy pork dish - Jayuk Bokeum. A bit pricy but is huge and almost feeds two people. Wife loves the tofu soup. Mandu and the kimchi or seafood pancakes are great starters. Kimchi and tea come with every meal. Have had kimchi at lots of asian spots but this is by far the best kimchi ever. Will continue to frequent this spot”

“Very cute place, delicious teas and desserts, nice staff.”

“My family and I enjoyed a wonderful dinner here. The restaurant has a lounge-like atmosphere but feels very family friendly. The staff are courteous, attentive, and respectful. The food was fresh. All of the meats were well prepared for grilling, and the Bulgogi and the Beef brisket were out of this world! The spicy rice cakes and steamed egg were definitely my favorite appetizers. All in all a wonderful place for a night out.

Dietary restrictions: One of the dipping sauces they serve at the table is peanut oil based.”

“We almost ordered one of everything. Our favorites were the tocino and the kare kare. This was the first time I've ever had it with brisket and not oxtail. It was delicious. I wish I could be there for the grand opening pig roast.”

“The food was absolutely delicious, and the ingredients were incredibly fresh.
The kimchi and radish kimchi (kkakdugi) were also really flavorful.
The staff were very friendly, and the restaurant was clean and well-maintained.
It was a wonderful experience overall.
This is definitely the best restaurant in Annandale!
👍👍👍👍👍”

“Easy to get to, fast service, hot food, and if you get a happy meal, you'll pay a decent price. Customer service was very good and the teller was really nice.”

“A&J was a delicious find! The food was amazing and hit the spot. Small dining area, but perfect for taking out. Parking is a little rough- the lot itself is falling apart and full of massive holes. Parking can be tight.”

“I tried the new burger, it tasted different than the whopper, the fries were good. The power went out so things got hectic, we ordered desserts but took 45 minutes to get it.”

“Trust me the taste is amazing it’s unbelievable i feel like im in kabul and eating this. Thank you so much from Afghanistan shawarma and burger for such a quality food.”