A&J Restaurant

4316 Markham St, Annandale, VA 22003, United States
$$$ Chinese restaurant
(958 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

If you’re in the mood for authentic Chinese cuisine in a homey setting, A&J Restaurant is an absolute must-visit. Located at 4316 Markham St, Annandale, VA 22003, this gem brings the vibrant flavors of traditional Taiwanese and Chinese dishes to the Northern Virginia area. Known for its warm atmosphere and friendly staff, A&J offers a dining experience that feels both cozy and inviting.

The menu is a treasure trove of flavorful delights, and patrons rave about their favorite dishes, making it easy for newcomers to find a delicious entree. For a hearty meal, don't overlook the Braised Pork Rice (滷肉飯). At just $8.90, this dish features tender, savory pork that melts in your mouth, accompanied by a perfectly braised egg that adds richness to each bite. The chef's carefully crafted flavor profile is evident in each dish, ensuring a culinary experience that satisfies and comforts.

Another highlight is the Chinese Style Fried Chicken on Rice (雞排飯) priced at $13.55. With its crispy exterior and juicy, flavorful meat, this dish is a crowd favorite that garners numerous compliments. You’ll also want to sample the Fried Chicken Rice (also at $13.55) or the Peking Beef Wrap, which leaves diners craving more due to its delightful taste and generous portions.

If you’re a bubble tea lover, A&J provides an excellent selection of bubble drinks, sure to refresh your palate. The Honeydew Bubble Tea (珍珠蜜瓜) for just $5.60 is a delightful choice, brimming with a sweet, fruity flavor that enhances the dining experience.

Reviewers often describe A&J Restaurant as a hidden gem, appreciated for its rich flavors and welcoming ambiance. One patron, Vina Nguyen, raved about the beef noodle soup and the flavorful side dishes, emphasizing the freshness and authentic taste of each plate. Likewise, Rohan Verma, a loyal customer of over five years, lauded the consistent quality and value, stating, “It’s a sublime experience... high quality ingredients and modest price.”

The intimate setting is another appealing aspect of A&J. Although seating may be limited, the vibrant atmosphere fosters a sense of community, making it the ideal spot for friends and family gatherings alike. With exceptionally attentive service, customers are treated like family, ensuring a satisfying dining experience that beckons for a return visit.

A&J Restaurant is not just a dining destination; it’s a love letter to authentic Taiwanese and Chinese cuisine. Whether you're indulging in a comforting bowl of noodles or sipping on a refreshing bubble tea, each visit promises a delightful culinary adventure. Make your way to A&J and discover why so many locals have made this restaurant their go-to place for Chinese comfort food!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Offers delivery
On-site services available
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves comfort food
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Quiet
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with university students
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Openings Hours
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Monday

11:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday

11:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday

11:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday

11:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday

11:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday

11:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Sunday

11:30 AM - 9:00 PM

958 Reviews
Vina Nguyen

18 Sep 2025

One of my favorite taiwanese restaurant up to date. The braised pork bowl cost about $6 and their side dishes are amazingggg! The pork ears, the specialty noodles… chef kiss! The cucumber side dish is crispy, spicy, a bit sweet and cold.. PERFECT! We got two because it was so good. The beef noodles that we got was so good. The beef was so soft and melt in your mouth. Noodles are chewy and soup are a bit spicy! The crispy pork was also delicious. Everything was so good I don’t even know how to describe it anymore. Staff are friendly but a bit harder to ask for things as you have to repeat it a few times. Restaurant is small enough that it’s giving family restaurant vibes. Not a lot of tables available so just a heads up that it might be busy during lunch time or dinner time!

Brian Stotler

24 Aug 2025

We love A&Js and have been enjoying this NoVA gem for a couple of years. The restaurant may be small but the menu is big with choices and full of wonderful flavors. The intimacy of A&Js is brilliant and the service friendly and professional. While we often request personal favorites we also look forward to trying new recipes provided by an exceptional chef and kitchen staff. When we are in the mood for authentic Chinese/Taiwanese cuisine we head to A&Js.

Bo

25 Jul 2025

The beef noodle soup, braised pork over rice, and Peking beef wrap are my favorites here. Most of the dishes are small plates. The price was reasonable. A great place for either brunch or dinner. The seating area was not huge, but we did not have problems finding a seat most of the time.

lucy wondwosen

18 Jul 2025

Tasty food I recommend! Very good customer service, attentive staff, and clean environment! I got the Chinese Style Fried Chicken on Rice very delicious and good portion

Alisa S.

16 Jul 2025

Great service, great food, prices are good too. We had braised beef noodles soup, pork chop rice, wonton soup. Braised beef is very rich on the broth, meat is tender and well-seasoned. Kids love the wonton soup. We came in the early afternoon, had a great experience here.

Yi Bao

20 Jun 2025

My go-to place for comfort food especially when craving for authentic Chinese/Taiwanese cooking. Small dishes are so tasty and well flavored. Tiny place but clean. Staffs are friendly & efficient and service is always great. Btw, they take credit cards now, so no longer a cash-only diner.

rohan verma

04 Jun 2025

I have been coming here on a monthly basis for over 5 years now; have tried tons of new and upcoming Chinese restaurant and nothing compares to them. It’s a sublime experience with friend but direct servers, high quality ingredients and modest price. At this point I would have tired probably everything in the menu and they are all quality authentic food. This restaurant take pride in their heritage, please be respectful when visit. My favorites Dan Dan noodles Spicy beef Noodle soup Friend chicken with rice Peeking beef wrap Steamed Pork Hock

Vincent Meli

03 Jun 2025

Met up with some friends for dinner here as it's been on my list for a while. Interestingly, they gave me the menu and said to mark off what we wanted. Everything was pretty easy to figure out aside from the "what kind of noodles?" They asked thick or thin, but when I tried to get an understanding of what the sizes were there was a bit of miscommunication. What's nice is the menu is pretty reasonably priced and there's a lot of variation. The uniquely shaped, pan-fried pork dumplings were really good. I had thin noodles with shredded pork and pickled vegetable soup, which was really nice. The noodles have a great chew to them. I also highly recommend the Dan Dan noodles and the Chinese fried chicken. Honestly everything we got was delicious. The scallion pancake is really simple but I loved how chewy it was on the inside. I think we ended up with about 9 times and with tax+tip, I think we were at $100 for four people and a lot of leftovers to take home. Planning to head back soon.

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