Reviews

Overall Total Score
4 out of 5
Impressive | 256 reviews

What User likes about Forbidden City Express:
The best Chinese food in McLean, hands down! Fresh ingredients always used and all who work there are very friendly and customer-oriented. So happy they're here! View all feedback. What Michelle A doesn't like about Forbidden City Express:
The food is decent and the restaurant is generous with portions. But... we ordered for delivery and the food never arrived. I called twice. They had the order, but not a driver. Took an hour and a half to get our food. By then it was cold, congealed and not very appetizing. Dinner was late and ruined. If you can't pick-up, don't bother. View all feedback.

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Restaurantji
4.5 ★ from 84 reviews
Marilyn
23.12.2023 - 05:05

I’ve only visited once, but the shrimp egg foo young was fantastic. The woman at the counter was very kind and helpful.

Tom
23.12.2023 - 05:05

Wow! I was impressed with this Chinese food establishment in McLean. Looking for Chinese style food Yelp again proved its value and the great ratings are well w...

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Rosalie
23.12.2023 - 05:05

Easy ordering online, respectful of Covid protocols, fresh and tasty food though we tend to order the same dishes), prompt delivery and minimal delivery fee , a...

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Vuan
23.12.2023 - 05:05

This is one of the best Chinese restaurants I've ever eaten at. While it can be a bit pricey for the portion sizes, the quality of the food makes it well worth...

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Ariska
23.12.2023 - 05:05

I highly recommend trying the orange beef; it's fantastic! The combo fried rice is also excellent, but I devoured it so quickly that I didn't get a chance to ta...

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Sirved
3.6 ★ from 8 reviews
Michelle
23.11.2023 - 15:55

This is our favorite Chinese takeout spot! The staff is friendly, the portion sizes are generous, and the food is delicious. We've tried their lunch specials as...

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Michelle
23.11.2023 - 15:55

Hunan Express is my top choice for Chinese takeout in McLean! We frequently order Spring Rolls, Mongolian Beef, combination fried rice, Beef and Broccoli, and H...

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Michelle
23.11.2023 - 15:55

This was likely the worst quality Chinese takeout I've had in years. I might consider giving them another chance to see if the food has improved or if I just vi...

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Michelle
23.11.2023 - 15:55

The food is decent and the restaurant is generous with portions. But... we ordered for delivery and the food never arrived. I called twice. They had the order,...

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Michelle
23.11.2023 - 15:55

The is restaurant has never failed to exceed my expectations when it comes to the awesome way that they prepare the Chinese food. I've come to this location a f...

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Menu
4.8 ★ from 6 reviews
Kirk
19.04.2023 - 05:18

I’ve had Chinese food on the West Coast, the East Coast, and even in various countries, and this is by far the best American Chinese/Chinese food I’ve ever had....

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Adonis
19.04.2023 - 05:18

I love to find little 'hole in the wall ' places that make good food. This is one of those. A very small operation. I think they only have three tables inside....

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Ericka
19.04.2023 - 05:18

Very good Chinese food, it has one of my favorite dishes of all time. You can get it take out or you can wait a few minutes due to how quickly they're able to m...

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Antonette
19.04.2023 - 05:18

The best chicken leMain and broccoli crispy beef ever! This place is a hidden gem in McLean that I discovered a few years ago and now my son loves it too. Don't...

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Orville
19.04.2023 - 05:18

Without a doubt, this is the best Chinese food in McLean! They use fresh ingredients every time, and the staff is incredibly friendly and focused on customer se...

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