Outstanding Performance and high customer service. Delicious food. Professional hosts and waitresses with nice and beautiful decor. Love to eat here again even though it's a bit expensive, but the food and all I mentioned worth that. Thanks for your nice service Aracosia.

If I could give this place a 4.5 I would but I can’t so I’m giving this place a 5. The complete taste came out to $140 something with tip. Can feed 3 comfortably. 5 stars for 5 reasons 1. Overall, the food was really good. A lot of the food was kinda sweet like the lamb shank and some of their meat dishes. The shank is so good and meat is really soft/tender! Falls off the bone. Lamb chops are delicious! Mantu is one of my favorite dish. Eggplant dish is good and spinach is good as well. The rice is always really good and perfect. 2. The price for the complete taste is awesome! 3. So much food for what you pay 4. Good customer service 5. Awesome decor and great atmosphere.

Loved the food and service. My lamb chops were tender and juicy, the best I've had in a long time... My non-alcoholic drink "Sour Cherry & Rose Limonade" was a great mix. Our waiter Hussein was sweet, attentive, friendly and very patient with our multitude of questions... Highly recommend Aracosia.

Tried Afghan cuisine for the first time and it was a total game-changer! Forgive me for not knowing the exact dish names, but they're all must-tries. Especially this lamb dish, stewed to perfection. Don't miss out on their unique dips - hard to describe, but oh-so-delicious. And if you've got room, their desserts offer a flavour explosion that's out of this world! Heads up, it gets packed around 6ish but clears out by 8. So, dodge the peak hours if you can!

I brought my wife and my family here for her birthday. It was our first time dining here but since we heard amazing things, we decided to check it out. Possibly one of the best Afghan restaurants I’ve been to! Every item we had was great! I particularly enjoyed the vegetarian flight and the pumpkin dumplings!

Aracosia McLean 1381 Beverly Rd McLean VA 22102 2nd floor in the Marketplace Shopping Center. Come join us for lunch or dinner this fall and winter on our outdoor heated patio. Dishes from the mountainous regions of Afghanistan and the Central Asian Steppe will surely keep you warm and feeling nourished. Hot and savory flavor packed stews of lamb ,veal , chicken (vegan and vegetarian available)...assortment of dumplings ranging from vegan and .smoke infused chops and kabobs are on the menu this fall and winter. Large vegan and vegetarian selection. Please visit

Great restaurant, tons of seating but you have to make reservations in advance specially if you are going in with big party. Their veggie dishes are my favorite and I also love their Mantu (beef dumplings). It did have too much black pepper in some dishes which I don’t prefer but overall great experience

The lamb shank and veal were super delicious. Lentils were creamy and delicious. The pistachio cake was my favorite. Highly recommend. Only little issue was that they sent wrong dishes to our table and took them way at the beginning. We will likely to visit again.

We visited two malls on Sunday: The Ballston Quarter and Fashion Centre at Pentagon City. We were hungry so I chose the 'Aracosia McLean' restaurant based on reviews and presentation on their website. To this point in time, my husband and I have never tasted authentic Afghan cuisine. After driving into the free parking garage below the restaurant, take the stairs to the top to Aracosia's small, unassuming entrance. Once inside, the restaurant is very inviting, comfortable, relaxing and clean, with beautiful wall art and decor. It's a spacious restaurant with outside and indoor seating. Great lighting and soft/romantic music, with just the right volume. We started off with three delicious, dipping sauces, and complimentary, freshly baked bread. All the sauces are delicious, but I especially enjoyed the mango chili sauce, as it has incredible flavor! Husband Ordered 'Lamb & Greens'. Braised bone-in lamb shank served with saffron infused basmati rice and slow cooked greens, topped with fresh dill. My dish: 'Lamb Shank Moghuli'. Bone-in braised lamb shank in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, garnish red bell pepper, served with saffron infused basmati rice. The food is delicious, the lamb meat falls right off the bone soft and tender great smell and right seasoning - hot and fresh. My husband said his dish didn't have as much flavor as mine, so he asked the waiter for more of the mango sauce to add on his rice. In my opinion I wish they had some kind of roasted or steamed vegetables to balance the amount of rice, lamb and sauce: it's missing greens. Overall it was a great experience. Portions and prices were reasonable - also quick service! Adelso our waiter was very professional and attentive. The whole restaurant staff are friendly, wearing clean clothes/uniforms. I couldn't take anymore photos to show the ambiance, because dinner time is very busy I didn't want to disturb other customers. We're planning to go back for lunch, when we do, I'll keep you posted!

Wow this place was absolutely exceptional! We started off with the dumpling sampler for 2 and they were all delicious. The pumpkin dumplings were my favorite to my surprise. For our main course we had the beef stew and chicken/salmon kabob and it was all so delicious. Service was great and the atmosphere was very cozy. We will beach to try everything on the menu. Can’t go wrong here!

My first time trying Afghan food and it did not disappoint. My favorite item of the night were the pumpkin dumplings. We had lamb with cilantro and lamb with okra. Everything on the menu you could tell was made fresh and will great ingredients. The lamb was tender and flavorful. We also finished dinner with cardamom ice cream which was absolutely delicious. The staff were super friendly and attentive. The inside of the restaurant was beautiful, definitely on the nicer side as far as dress goes. Highly recommend.

Such an amazing place! You’re sure to be warmly welcomed as I was by Sophia and Eman. This is not only an exceptional place with outstanding food, but the staff are wonderful! You’ll know you’re genuinely welcomed and will be well cared for. We were impressed with the attention to detail as both Eman and Z took great care of all at our table. The food was super! Your dining experience begins with a.selection of four tasty chutneys served with fresh warm bread. For an appetizer I would highly recommend the assorted dumplings which are delicious. Lamb is their go to and don’t hesitate to order any of the specials as we did and everything was scrumptious. I enjoyed the vegetarian flight and vegans can find their happy place here as well. I would like to give a special shout out to Sophia whose kind and gracious spirit is also evident in each of her family members! Thank you for a wonderful afternoon yesterday where we lingered over the dishes and conversation never feeling rushed and always well cared for.

The restaurant was wonderful! We did the mini aracosia taste for two people. Every meal we got was well prepared and delightfully tasty. The rice might have become one of my favorite dishes there! The bread with the different dipping sauces were also very incredible! As far as the food was concerned, everything was wonderful. The service was also top tier! Our server was attentive and made sure to come by in case we needed anything. Overall, I would highly recommend this restaurant.

One of my favorite places I have been to in the area. The dumpling sampler and lamb shoulder with okra were very good but our favorite entree was the Frenched rack of lamb. The Afghan bread is probably my favorite bread I've had. Service and atmosphere was great as well.

Excellent food. Good service...our waiter was fantastic but the support staff (food runner, water, bread and dips) provided poor service, felt like they wanted to be anywhere else. The atmosphere is really nice for what is a strip mall setting. We'll definitely be back.

Outstanding restaurant with a big selection of delicious dishes and wonderful atmosphere! We've been to the place a dozen times now. Food is always well made and tasty. If it's your birthday, they'll treat you to a slice of cake with a candle! Service is great most of the time - there was only once or twice when it was off the mark, but will give it a pass since this is not the usual wonderful experience we get here. Highly recommend. Make sure to place a reservation ahead of time!

I’ve done the drive from NY to FL several times and we typically stop at your typical rest stop restaurants for a meal. This time we wanted something different. We are so glad we opted to go for something off the main roads and stumbled upon this gem. What fresh, tasteful and healthy options. The customer service was amazing and they delivered our food quickly. Highly recommend.

We have been twice so far and the food is really fresh and tastes great. We have tried the burger sliders, chicken sliders, fattoush salad, and shrimp po'boy sandwich, lemonde and everything was awesome! Estiven has waited on us and he is extremely friendly. Would highly recommend trying The Union!

This place is outstanding! Hands down the best hamburger I've ever had. Cooked to perfection. The Union atmosphere is very clean and pleasant. The staff are very friendly and attentive. I highly recommend trying the food here. Many items to choose from and you will be satisfied!

This restaurant was amazing! Reasonably priced with outstanding service! The hospitality was impeccable! You don't see this very often! Not only was the food delicious, the staff was so friendly and generous 🤩 They surprised my boyfriend with a birthday dish! A must visit diner!!!!!!

Great variety of choices on the menu ! Super accommodating for kids — gave mine paper / markers and crayons and they were so happy to hang their drawings on the wall Of the restaurant when they were done ! Owner is very friendly and helpful.

I also came in by mistake at 5pm but definitely enjoyed the food and staff! Burger was really good, and I know what you're thinking- everyone says so but pictures say otherwise... Just get it :) fries were super crispy too! Will come again to try something else.

Excellent atmosphere -- very clean, nicely decorated. Food was great! I have a suspicion that when I ordered the Ancient Grains bowl, I received something else in return (The Asian Union, probably?) but that's fine, it was delicious. The seasoning on the wings was excellent, and the small plates were all wonderful. Definitely coming back.

Staying for work in McLean. I saw the previous high ratings and can only concur. Wish I had a second night in a row to go back. The burger and fries were as good as I have ever had. The burger char was just perfect. The fries were just as good. Hope to be back in the future.

We were looking for another restaurant and got in by mistake. However it was a pleasant surprise. Great meals, cordial service, and reasonable price. Certainly don’t mind making the same “mistake” twice.

This was such a great dinner spot in McLean! Their burger is outstanding, cooked exactly how you ask for it. The fattoush was tasty and light, we added chicken and it made it even better. There is a lot of variety on the menu as well. The staff were extremely attentive and kind, and the atmosphere was relaxed. If I was craving a burger, I’d go here!!

The reviews are very misleading. With a 4.8 star rating I expect the best of the best food. The burger and fries were good but the burger definitely needs a better quality bun. We ordered a few things off the menu my husband was not pleased with the sesame wings. He said they didn’t taste fresh almost as if they’d been sitting out for a while and then sauce was added to them or they just over cooked them. The calamari was over cooked very rubber like and the batter had absolutely no seasoning very bland. The kids mini burgers were dry not much flavor but my daughter seemed to like them. All in all basic American food nothing special or unique about. Customer service was good and the place was clean.

Loved all the food here, the watermelon gazpacho was delightful, and the veggie panini really tasty as well.

Our first time was a great experience. The atmosphere is inviting & relaxing and service was excellent. The steak salad & lobster salad were delicious choices well presented. Ask for Dishante and enjoy your culinary experience!

I am writing this review while I am in here. They gave me a burned steak. I told the waiter who was nice. The manager Michelle came and started talking with a bad demeanor. I said I am a service member I am not trying to scam you. I have cooked for thousands and tonight I got cooked. I am a United States Sailor. I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States of America and I will obey the orders of those appointed over me. I represent the fighting spirit of the Navy and those who have gone before me to defend freedom and democracy around the world.

We had our anniversary dinner at this fine-dining-style restaurant a while ago, and the dining experience was great. Top-notch service, excellent baby back ribs that were finger-licking good, and sea scallops with risotto that were delicious with subtle saltiness. The recommended wines paired well with the dishes, but the cake was dry. Overall, we were satisfied and will come back.

This restaurant wasthe wow factor! From the food, to hosts and our waitress. That was completely team work and it showed and improved. My first time there and I will be back again. When my co workers and family and friends ask for a great place dinner and a celebration. This will be my # one place to go. Love it! Keep up the great work🤙🏽

Service, atmosphere and food was amazing from the Host who seated us, to the wait staff and all employees encountered. The Petit steak combo with lump crab cake was chef kiss. The food was so good I forgot to take a picture of our appetizers which was calamari’s and delicious mussels.

Very high marks for service and atmosphere. The slight dings on food are, while they are outstanding for steaks and salmon, some of their lesser dishes like fish tacos don't really cut it. The fish tacos were generally non-descript, with little fish. Mashed potatoes side came out room temp. Chicken tortilla soup was very good, but not at the same par as with leads noted. Salads were excellent!

This is our third time here and our server Mikail along with the manager Misty were AMAZING! They not only made our experience great with the catering to our adults… they made our 4 year old comfortable with cute little accents like colorful bendy straws and strawberries. I believe we have a new brunch spot!

This place was super good. The lamb with spinach and risotto was simply delicious. The fried calamari included just enough jalapeno to had a wonderful kick. I enjoyed me steak although it was overcooked (asked for medium and if came medium well; seems like more and more places are having trouble with medium ). Next time I'll order my steak medium rare. Loved the ceasar salad. Good location for date night or anniversary.

J. Gilbert's is a really good spot to go for dates, dinner with friends and business dinners. The atmosphere offers a nice setting for all occasions. The food is delicious. We had the seafood platter (shrimp,scallops,salmon and a crab cake) and the filet & crab cake entrees, both meals were plentiful and falvorful. Our waiter was friendly, helpful and on top of his game. We never had to wait for anything and he checked in us to ensure our dining experience was fantastic. J. Gilbert's is a must try, you will definitely return again if you do.

Usually don’t write reviews but I’m pretty disappointed with both the food and service we received. Server forgot our drink order. We had ordered oysters as an appetizer & a server brought out our entree before the oysters were received & then proceeded to take our food back after the mistake was realized. Once we received the entrees- the steak was overdone (both steaks- one ordered medium and the other rare), scallops were chewy, sides were crusted over & cold. No salt or pepper on table. None of the extra glasses & used plates were cleared, server tried to grab my plate without asking if I wanted a box, & once they brought the boxes we had to box our food ourselves & the server proceeded to hand me a bag rather than putting the boxes in the bag himself. For a “high end” steakhouse the customer service & food is horrible. Could’ve made a better meal myself for a fraction of the price. I’ll include a picture of my “rare” filet mignon

First time trying this restaurant which happened to be on Thanksgiving. They were super busy, but seemed to do a great job of handling the crowd. First off, Jody (might have been Jodi), was AMAZING waitress. She's engaging, but not overbearing and her positive demeanor really made the dinner a great event. We started our meal off with a glass of Meiomi Pinot Noir with shrimp cocktails. Oddly enough, one shrimp cocktail was amazing with firm, juicy, fresh shrimp and the other was hard and a different texture. It was almost like one was shrimp and the other prawns? I switch out with my wife as I can tolerate a lot. That was a disappointment, but we were not going to send something back given how packed the place was. The good shrimp cocktail was amazing and probably the best cocktail I’ve ever had. Our main course was maple plank salmon and tomahawk steak. My steak was perfect and her salmon was delightful. My brussels sprouts had a great flavor and texture but the cauliflower was cold and bland. The steak carried the meal, but as a cauliflower lover that was disappointing. I’m assuming they were just busy and honestly trying to keep up with the crowd. The deserts were Creme Brulé and fresh berries. No complaints, they were wonderful. We’ll be back, but I have to stick with 4 stars for now as our bill was north of $300 and we tipped well. For that price point the meal has to be spot on. I would give Jody six stars and I hope we end up in her section in the future.

Yesterday was our first time visiting and I know we will be returning for another visit very soon! Our Food was very tasty and my server Joan was excellent. She was very attentive and gave great recommendations from the menu. The General Manager Conner even checked on us to make sure our meals were satisfying. I did have one concern about my meal and Conner the GM immediately addressed the issue to my satisfaction and made sure we were happy customers.

Yesterday we went to J Gilbert’s with party of 13, we spent over a thousand dollars and were very disappointed with the food that arrived and server didn’t do much to fix the concern or follow up on it. The dining experience was marred by inconsistencies in meal preparation. Several members of our large party received steaks cooked inaccurately, which was disappointing considering the high expectations and the significant expenditure. Additionally, portions of asparagus fell short of expectations. For an establishment of this caliber, attention to detail in food preparation and portion consistency should be a given. Photo attached of the TWO asparagus served with the steak.

This was my first time trying their brunch. All of the savory dishes were tasty and high quality. The oysters, tuna steaks, and steaks were things that I haven’t seen in other places for brunch and were a nice touch. My only and main complaint was the deserts. I thought that the pastries tasted a bit stale and not fresh.

Very good food. We ordered a bu ch pf food to try and everything was delicious. Loved the spinach so we ordered two. Steak was GREAT!!!

Had a lovely Valentine’s Day dinner at J Gilbert’s. The food was delicious and it had a cozy atmosphere despite it being busy. I got the fixed menu and it was plenty of food.

I’m sitting here at j Gilbert’s, and it was so disappointing. We’ve been here many times over the years, always dependable food and service. But it is def going downhill, so sad. We had to return our calamari and onion rings - they were so soggy, like they were microwaved. Here’s a picture of my wife’s burger. The pretzel bun was stale and the veggies on it was so sad looking. We felt bad complaining about the burger also, so we stayed quiet. We’re loyal customers here, but my family said no more. We’re not coming back.

I had dinner at J. Gilbert’s for the very first time and when I tell you the Durango Shrimp were so good. Our server Mikail and the Manager Xavier were on point and made sure that everything was to our liking. We greatly appreciate the hospitality and will certainly will return.

The Japanese cuisine at this restaurant is of the highest quality, and the old-world charm makes the dining experience even more special

Solid spot for Japanese food. Ordered some fried oysters and scallops to start which were perfectly cooked with a nice crispy outside. For my main entree, I did the katsudon which was also very good. Also managed to snag a yellowtail nigiri which was probably the freshest sushi I've had in awhile. Definitely made me regret not order more sushi. Service was good and no issues parking in their parking lot. Would definitely return if I'm ever in the area again. 'Til next time, cheers!

I visited here with my girlfriend. As u see, Food is fresh and tasty. Waitress, I don't know her name. She is very kind, smiling all the time. She made us happy. Thank u

Just love Tachibana. The reception is pleasant and very much what you'd expect. The food is simply the best Japanese I have had, outside of Japan. It is kid friendly and family oriented but also a perfect date night option. It is popular, and every time I've been there, it is a 15 to 20 minute wait. But don't be discouraged, put your name on the list and just relax, it is worth the time. Returned for another dinner and added extra photos. Again, the service was excellent and we tried the ramen, which was very good. The box meal was larger than we expected.

Surprisingly delightful sushi spot in VA. The place doesn’t look much from outside, but the food was outstanding. I ordered regular Sushi dinner and Nabeyaki Udon. Sushi was fresh and very flavorful and the nabeyaki udon was hot and delicious. They are usually busy during the weekend dinner service, so I would avoid that time. Overall, I had a great experience and definitely plan to come back soon. Highly recommended if you are around the area!

Loved their shrimp dumpling and desserts very much! Definitely coming back to this place to try out more!

Go to NoVa spot for sushi and sashimi. This was actually my first time but my friends have been talking about it for years. The ikura with quail egg was something lives rent free in my head now, along with the spicy scallop roll

Some of the most authentic sushi you can eat in the DMV. The sushi is fresh and flavorful, and serving sizes are reasonable. Only downside is there can sometimes be a long line to get in and they seem to get slowed down by online orders... Would recommend going right when they open at noon for lunch

5/5! I had an excellent experience here at Tachibana. The food was absolutely amazing and the service was very good! The restaurant is located upstairs in a small building, and there is a decent amount of parking space as well. The restaurant is decorated nicely and gives a very authentic feel. The Food: The food was delicious here! My friends and I ordered a couple of appetizers and sushi, and we all thoroughly enjoyed our meal. For the table, we had the Croquette and Pork Gyoza. Both appetizers were delicious. Especially the Gyoza, the meat ratio was good and the flavor of the filling was very authentic. For sushi, I went with the Spicy Tuna, Spicy Salmon, Hamanegi (Yellowtail) Roll and the Smoked Salmon Roll. All four rolls were delicious! The quality of the fish was excellent, and each bite was incredibly buttery and soft. The sear on the salmon had a very nice flavor to it as well. The Service: The service was very good. The host and staff were very kind and attentive. Water refills were on point! Which is a huge thing. The Atmosphere: The restaurant itself was nice! The decor had a very authentic Japanese feel and was clean. There was plenty of space for seating as well. Overall, a 5/5! This is definitely one of my top sushi restaurants in the area. I'd highly give this a recommendation if you're looking for some quality sushi.

Food: 5/5 Service: 4.5/5 Amazing authentic food. Reminded me of the incredible quality of food/service you get in Japan. The restaurant was busy, so the service was a little slow, but the food makes up for everything. All food was DELICIOUS. Recommendations: Fried Oysters, Dinner Bento, Sukiyaki, Salmon Donburi. All Sushi is high quality.

It is an authentic Japanese restaurant! I especially enjoyed their bento lunch ✨ which is usually offered on weekdays. There are two bento options. The difference is that Set B contains California rolls and steamed dumplings compared to a bowl of rice in Set A. Honestly I'm not a fan of those dumplings, but the California rolls were good. As there were a variety of ingredients including Tempura set, grilled salmon, yakitori and so on, the bento did satisfy my appetite for Japanese food! 🙌🏻

Neighborhood gem. Homemade pasta al dente. Interesting shapes. Cream sauce not too heavy. Portions average to small. Great dessert.

Excellent, fresh food and service. We had to wait a few minutes to be seated but really enjoyed all the smells as we were waiting for a table to be available. It was clear to me that most people were both locals and regulars. I asked a local person what their favorite items were and while they enjoyed many things on the menu her favorite was the pasta with sausage and broccoli, the tiramisu and Amicone for red wine which we really enjoyed. I ordered all the menu items recommended and was not disappointed. The pasta is all made fresh in house, see picture of fresh pasta case. Staff was excellent and knowledgable. We also tried the gazpacho which had both great taste and texture. They serve fresh baked foccacia which was also very good. Highly recommend this restaurant and would go back often if I lived in the area.

A delightful experience 🙂 Fresh bread with rosemary and olive oil started off my meal. I enjoyed the curly pasta with cherry tomatoes, basil and mozzarella. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the flavor of the sauce was delicate and satisfying. The staff was pleasant and informative. I will look forward to visiting again soon.

I love this place. The food is consistently delicious. I can't remember exactly how we stumbled upon this place but we've taken friends and family here. Small, uncomplicated atmosphere. Staff are attentive and kind.

We eat our rarely, but when we do Dal Grano is always the top choice. Delicious pasta and desserts. Wait staff is attentive and accommodating to families with children. Prices are very reasonable for the quality of food and customer service provided.

I’m in love with the soups here!! Today was broccoli, last week was fennel, both were surprisingly delicious. And they are generous with the soft foccacia bread that comes with it! Excited to try all the pastas too. Very friendly and helpful staff!

Such a hidden neighborhood gem. This is the best Italian food I've had in the the DC area. Everything is fresh and pretty much all homemade with the exception of a few desserts. Pastas, sauces, bread, all homemade. And they have tons of creative, delicious vegetarian offerings.

Great selection of fresh pastas and sauces! Our meal was perfect portions. The butternut squash ravioli was so good!

It is a small Italian eatery with very limited seating. The atmosphere is okay if you are dining in. However, we took our meals to go since our 10 min wait turned into 25 mins. We purchased 3 entrées and a salad totaling over $100. When we got home, we were disappointed in the packaging and portion size. The portions we brought home did not resemble the portions served in the restaurant. It felt like a batch of kids' meals. The packaging came in 6 separate TV dinner trays because the proteins were packaged separately from the pasta. The packaging was a vacuum sealed sheet of plastic. This was not pleasant to open since pieces of it tore and landed in our food as we attempted to peel the plastic off. Parents, be sure to open this for your kids. You do not want your kids to accidentally mix pieces of plastic sheets into their food. My family said their meal tasted fine. I can't tell you how my meal went because I was truly upset with the portions and packaging and just tossed it in the garbage. To the owners: I highly recommend doing away with the vacuum seal and investing in actual lids that make it easy to pop on and off. For future customers: I recommend only eating at the restaurant. The takeout service is not worth the disappointment. To be fair, I believe our experience would have been a lot more pleasant had we just ate at the restaurant.

I’ve been dying to try their food, and finally I went this past Thursday. The food was amazing, and the staffs were very friendly. Sadly, they were out of my go-to dessert, a tiramisu, due to high demand. I had Nutella & strawberry crepes, and my god, those were delicious! I’ll definitely go back for more delicious Italian food and my tiramisu! 😋

Wow! Dal Grano is phenomenal. I wasn't sure where/how to order at first, but the woman at the counter was very friendly. I selected a pasta shape and sauce, and she offered me some foccacia and dipping oil while I waited. 6 minutes from the time on my receipt, my pasta was at my table! The food was great, and I'll definitely be back on a regular basis.