Franconia Inn - Menu

Taste Of Asia

➤ Taste Of Asia, 362 S Pickett St, Alexandria, VA 22304, USA, United States

Menu • Fish • Soup • Asian • Chinese

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"The rice is fluffy, the yellowtail is amazing, and the gyōza is spectacular at Taste of Asia. If you're looking for a special hangout spot or a happy place, this is the place for you. The staff will take great care of you, but it's important to be kind and understanding like you would with family. If you have dietary restrictions and are looking to splurge, this may not be the best option. However, if you're dealing with some heavy issues, come down, grab a couple of great Sapporos, and enjoy the music. I work next door and already love this place. Come find me, we can share a table and have a great time!"

Kumo Asian Bistro

➤ 7025h Manchester Blvd, Alexandria, VA 22310, USA, United States

Menu • Thai • Asian • Sushi • Chinese

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"BLUF: the food is tasty, but it doesn't quite match it's menu description Four of us went on a Friday night. The wait staff was very friendly, but it seemed like they just couldn't wait to take a plate off your table. If you're not quite done with something you kind of have to lean over it to make sure they don't snap it up on the way by. I would recommend getting a reservation if you go on a weekend. The place was quite full and I was glad I made a reservation ahead of time. We didn't have any drinks or anything so here's a rundown of the food: Thai Beef Basil: it was actually relatively Bland, especially when you consider it had one of those little peppers next to it on the menu to indicate it was spicy. I ended up having to add a little wasabi from my Sushi to it to spice it up. The beef was well cooked and the gravy was very good. Teriyaki Vegetable: quite good, with pretty good fresh veggies thrown in Octopus sushi: very good. Wasn't rubbery like I often find, but it was a bit of a thin slice considering you're paying about 3.50 a piece for it Veggie gyoza: very good, with a nice crisp sear on it and veggies inside tasted fresh Herndon Roll: very good, with a nice balance of rice and fish Spicy Salmon and Yellowtail Roll: the role itself was pretty good, but again didn't live up to the spicy label put on it on the menu. If I were in the area I would go back, but I would definitely stick to the sushi."

Osteria Marzano

➤ 6361 Walker Lane Alexandria, VA 22310, Franconia, United States

Menu • Fish • Cafés • Pizza • Coffee

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"Came here to say for our anniversary dinner. Was recommended by a friend to try this place out. Naija was our server; she was very nice, attentive and gave great recommendations. We had to polipo for appetizer, pappardelle (specials menu) and taglioni al limone for dinner entrees. Great food will definitely come back to try out other items on their menu."

Namaste

➤ 6138 Rose Hill Drive Alexandria, VA 22310, United States

Menu • Asian • Indian • Nepali • Himalayan

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"When I called to voice my concerns, the staff member who took the order accused me of lying. I understand they might have customers who do that, but being called a liar was frustrating. I considered driving back for a full refund, but with my kids home from college, I didn't want to spoil our anniversary lunch. As for the food, it wasn't anything to write home about. The Butter Chicken was decent, but the Tikka Masala was dreadful—way too buttery, even more than the Butter Chicken! It felt unfair to be charged extra for such poor quality. I asked to speak with the manager, but no one reached out to me. I even sent an email, and still, no response. Overall, I had a terrible experience with both the food and customer service. I won’t be ordering from this restaurant again."

Marib

➤ 6981 Hechinger Dr, 22160, Springfield, United States

Menu • Cafés • Mexican • Desserts • Breakfast

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"This restaurant offers an authentic and delicious Yemeni cuisine experience. We tried several dishes, both vegetarian and meat-based. The Lentil soup and Saltah were standouts among the vegetarian options, offering a depth of flavor that truly transported us to Yemen. However, the stars of the show were the Maraq soup, Lamb Haneeth, and Chicken Mandi. Each dish was a masterpiece, bursting with complex flavors and textures. Our feast concluded with a delightful Kunafe, followed by a traditional Arabic coffee – the perfect ending to this delicious exploration of Yemeni culinary traditions. The service was excellent, and the restaurant itself was clean and hygienic. While the prices may be slightly higher than usual, the quality of the food and the overall experience definitely justify it."