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Mark’s Duck House
We have enjoyed dining here on several occasions. While it may not be the best Cantonese-style cuisine we've encountered, we have consistently found it to be a satisfying experience. During our most recent visit for dim sum, we were pleased to see that each dish was freshly prepared and served warm, and the staff was prompt in bringing out the food. We have had varied experiences at other dim sum establishments, where service could be improved, and food was sometimes served cold. Overall, our experience here has been quite positive.
12/31/24 New Year’s Eve with family and our first time at Mark’s Duck House in Annandale Va. my family and I love Chinese food and we traveled 1 hour 15 minutes in pouring rain on New Years Eve to try this restaurant it was GREAT did not disappoint! Not a glamour place set in a small shopping center but very clean to start off with. We were seated by friendly gentleman even though we were early for our reservation and given a large table like we asked for because we wanted to try lots of dishes. Not a problem. Our waiter, Kenny was wonderful he explained different dim sum options to my sons and was always cheerful and attentive. The appetizers fried wontons, hot and sour soup and shrimp balls and fried dumplings were perfectly. Not blah pot stickers. When the main courses arrived we’re talking large, very large portions! Not complaining loved it. Hands down the best Peking Duck we ever had, large portion, tender and flavorful and we have tried several local Va. restaurants. Large pieces of chicken in a nicely sweet sweet and sour sauce with pineapples. The beef and vegetable dish had large pieces of tender beef along with lots of veggies and pineapples in a tangy sauce. My fav was the eggplant although it wasn’t on the menu as such I asked for eggplant in garlic sauce not spicey (not fried) huge plate came and I shared although I didn’t want to! Fried rice with chicken was hit as well and did I mention Saki and hot tea went along with dinner as well. This place was fantastic from our greeting at entry to our waiter to the exceptional food we will be back. People if you are looking for great Chinese food give Mark’s Duck House a try I promise you will be back. And if that doesn’t temp your taste buds theirs a reason the locals filled the restaurant on New Years Eve. Thanks for a great start to 2025 to everyone who made our family event perfect.
Hong Kong Pearl Seafood Restaurant
Not impressed. I heard this was the place but sadly it’s not the place for me. We walked in to a large restaurant (~30-40 tables?) and there was literally one other family there (probably not a good sign), yet got seated at a small table. Everything we ordered came out one at a time, which we finished before anything else came. Mind you, the other family was already eating so there’s no reason we shouldn’t have gotten more than one order at a time. Flavors were hit or miss, but most didn’t impress me. The best orders were the garlic stir fry green beans, the sesame balls, and the roast pork. The pork stuffed buns lacked flavor and filling. Soup dumplings lacked flavor. The portions in black bean sauce had some flavor but no real meat; mostly gristle and bone. I couldn’t eat them. Service was non-existent (I get its Chinese culture but they never checked on us; had to ask for water). And the ambiance didn’t fit. Not bad, but was not vibing. I don’t expect to go back.
We stopped by for lunch before leaving DC. The restaurant was very busy and crowded, with a wait time of about 20 minutes for a party of two. The dim sum was generally of great quality, and I highly recommend trying the first three dishes shown in the pictures. However, the roasted duck was extremely disappointing—it was served cold, and nearly half the plate consisted of neck pieces. Don’t waste your money on this dish.
Miu Kee Cantonese Cuisine
So Miu Kee delivered the most nostalgic Hong Kong style wonton soup that I haven't had since I was a kid. Perfectly plump, not chewy. Very generous portion. It was so good I ordered two bowls in one sitting. I don't live close, but I'll definitely be returning to treat myself
We have been eating here for over 20 years. The decor hasn't changed but the food is still delicious. 😋