6 Best Restaurants Near Potomac Mills

One of the many wonderful things about living in the Woodbridge area is having Virginia’s largest outlet mall just minutes from home. The shops at Potomac Mills can keep a family busy for hours, and on those days when you’re there for some serious shopping, you’ll want to keep your strength up with some excellent dining.

But sometimes, the same old burger and sandwich options just aren’t what you’re in the mood for after a long day of shopping. When you find yourself longing for something different, there are some wonderful restaurants in Woodbridge that feature foods you might not have tried yet. Here are six of the best alternative restaurants close to Potomac Mills that serve a mouth-watering variety of unusual and fantastic flavors.

Sake Japanese Steakhouse

Sake Japanese Steakhouse features authentic Japanese cuisine in a colorful and entertaining atmosphere. Whether your favorite is teriyaki chicken, exceptionally cooked steak prepared by hibachi chefs, or freshly prepared sashimi and sushi rolls, you’re going to treasure this taste of Japan right here in Woodbridge. And, of course, there’s no better place to go for a pleasing variety of fine sake and Japanese-style beers, such as Kirin and Sapporo.

Location:
2705 Metro Plaza, Woodbridge, Virginia

Hours:
Monday to Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Thursday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Sunday, 12 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Phone:
571-398-6215

Poke Mian

It’s a long way from Hawaii to Virginia, but a short drive to Poke Mian in Woodbridge will make you feel like you’re already vacationing on the islands. Poke is a unique Hawaiian salad dish that often features raw fish and a soy sauce-based dressing. You can also order your poke bowl with cooked meats and rice or build your own bowl with your favorite cooked or uncooked proteins and a variety of toppings. If you’re more in the mood for noodles, you can also build your own ramen bowl at Poke Mian, with a great variety of proteins and broths on offer.

Location:
2680 Opitz Blvd., Woodbridge, Virginia

Hours:
Monday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Phone:
571-408-4374

Del Campo Restaurant

For a home-cooked, south-of-the-border flavor, you won’t want to miss Del Campo Restaurant. You’ll find a wonderful variety of Central American dishes, including sopa de mariscos, carne azada, fajitas, langosta entera, pollo a la plancha, and much more. You’ll also find that Del Campo Restaurant is family-friendly, with a kids’ menu that will please pickier eaters. The children are also bound to love the dessert menu, which features flan de leche, rellenitos de platano, and tres leches.

Location:
2780 Metro Plaza, Woodbridge, Virginia

Hours:
Monday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sunday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Phone:
703-910-6337

Vietnam 75 Restaurant

You won’t find more consistent and authentic Vietnamese food than at Vietnam 75 Restaurant. The owners of Vietnam 75 have been serving Vietnamese pho and rice dishes in Woodbridge for 20 years, using south-style Vietnamese recipes handed down from previous generations of family in Vietnam. Add a cup of authentic Vietnamese iced coffee or some Thai iced tea, and you’ll discover a wonderful contrast to the hot soups any day of the year.

Location:
14437 Potomac Mills Road, Woodbridge, Virginia

Hours:
Sunday to Thursday, 10:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Friday to Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Phone:
703-494-7777

Taste of Tandoor

There’s nothing quite like the subtle combination of spices used in authentic food from India. The chefs at Taste of Tandoor uphold the rich traditions of Tandoori cooking, using clay ovens to specialize in the cuisine of northern India. You can choose from curry or masala dishes to spice up your favorite kinds of meats, fish, poultry, or vegetables — all served with basmati rice. Lunch specials are provided for all styles of dishes, and a children’s menu makes Taste of Tandoor a great change of pace for the entire family.

Location:
13836 Smoketown Road, Woodbridge, Virginia

Hours:
Sunday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Friday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Phone:
703-897-7200

Al Zaytoun Kabob and Grill

Al Zaytoun Kabob and Grill has brought the flavors of the Middle East to Woodbridge, serving elegant chicken kabobs of skinless, boneless, fat-free breast meat marinated in the unique styles of Halal Afghan and Pakistani cuisine. Or, if you’d prefer, a large variety of beef and lamb kabobs are also available. You’ll appreciate the full menu that includes many authentic Afghan and Pakistani dishes, from appetizers, such as baba ghannouj served with tandoori naan, to sweet desserts like baklava.

Location:
13871 Smoketown Road, Woodbridge, Virginia

Hours:
Sunday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Phone:
703-730-0410

When you’re in the mood for the taste of something different, we’re sure you’ll enjoy trying any of these six incredible alternative restaurants. They’re some of the best Woodbridge has to offer and are just minutes away from Potomac Mills. You might even find that one or two will become favorites you’ll want to return to again and again. And if we’ve overlooked a favorite out-of-the-ordinary restaurant you love to visit while finding amazing deals at Potomac Mills, contact us and let us know so we can include it in our next list.

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