Chef Yan
$$ • Chinese, Seafood, Chicken Wings
Hours:
9600 Main St, Fairfax
(703) 323-8822
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as a regular, the authentic Chengdu laziji (spicy chicken) congxiang yu (scallion fish) and ziran yang (cumin lamb) are my go to favorites
Excellent food and service.
Excellent food and service.
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Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 9PM |
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Chef Yan offers authentic Chinese and Szechuan food with decent service and a welcoming atmosphere. Prices are reasonable, and portions are generous. Many dishes are praised for their bold flavors and freshness, especially with that perfect Sichuan kick. While some items like Hunan chicken and General Tso's chicken received mixed reviews for lacking flavor and having too much sauce, the hot and sour soup, lo mein, tofu, and fish dishes were well-received. The fried rice was not a favorite, and the dry pot dish was noted to be better at other restaurants. This restaurant stands out as one of the few genuine dine-in Chinese options left in the NOVA area, making it a great choice for those wanting to enjoy a meal rather than takeout. The restaurant appeared clean and inviting, and the staff were recognized as kind and hardworking, though there were comments about the tip calculation being a bit shady when based on post-tax totals. Overall, it is a solid option for Chinese food, with some areas for improvement, and many customers highly recommend it for its flavor and generous portions.