DMV Chinese Food: Just $11 Per Dish?

Don’t Miss This Delicious & Refined Spot! 🥢💫 📍 Magic Gourd Restaurant｜DMV Chinese Food Brand Review #1 I recently visited Magic Gourd Restaurant, located just south of GWU’s campus in Washington, DC. With its retro vibe, affordable prices, and high-quality dishes, it offers a flavorful experience in a cozy setting. 🏮 🍽️ Restaurant Overview 🏠 Name: Magic Gourd Restaurant 📍 Address: 528 23rd St NW, Washington, DC 20037 🌐 Official Site: http://www.magicgourd528.com/ ✅ 💰 Price: Most main dishes under 20; Lunch Special Menu—nothing over 14! Perfect for 1–2 people. 🍜 Recommended Dishes: Twice-Cooked Pork, Shredded Pork with Garlic Sauce, Boiled Fish. Leans toward American-Chinese style but stays authentic. ❗ Note: Portions are small—great for sharing multiple dishes with a group! 🏠 Atmosphere ✨ Decor blends classic Chinese diner style with American booths—retro, clean, and culturally mixed. 🪑 Offers both round tables and booths, ideal for family meals or small gatherings. 📷 Not overly “Instagrammable,” but practical and comfortable for enjoying a good meal. 💡 ARA Suggestions If Magic Gourd looks to level up, ARA could help with: • Menu standardization: visual menus highlighting popular dishes • Brand identity upgrade: logo, posters, packaging, and takeout materials • Mobile-friendly website improvements with easy online ordering • Brand storytelling: sharing the meaning behind “Magic Gourd” to build a stronger identity 📌 Final Thoughts Magic Gourd is a classic neighborhood Chinese restaurant with solid foundations—great food, pleasant environment, and an existing website. With branding support, it could become a standout community favorite. Definitely worth keeping an eye on! 👀 What do you think? Have you been here? 💬 Which Chinese restaurant should we review next? Comment below! 👇 📌 Bookmark this Arlington hidden gem! 🔗 Follow for more DMV food reviews → @ARAsEats #DMVChineseFood #MustTryChinese #HiddenGemEats #DCChineseFood #GreatChineseFoodInUS #ARADiningAlliance #FoodReview #EatLocal #AffordableEats