Hawkers Asian Street Food

Asian restaurant · Ballston

Hawkers Asian Street Food

Asian restaurant · Ballston

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4201 Wilson Blvd #0170, Arlington, VA 22203

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Asian street food with dim sum, noodles, wings, and tiki drinks  

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4201 Wilson Blvd #0170, Arlington, VA 22203 Get directions

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$20–30 · Menu

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4201 Wilson Blvd #0170, Arlington, VA 22203 Get directions

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The Best Restaurants in Arlington’s Ballston Neighborhood | Eater DC

"A lively neon-lit street foods spot that pays homage to bustling night markets in Asia zoomed into Ballston last summer with dim sum, pad Thai, Korean twice-fried wings, soup dumplings, tiki drinks, and sake (bombs). Best-selling Malaysian flat breads with curry sauce and other recipes come from co-founder Allen Lo’s family. The Orlando-born brand debuted locally at Bethesda Row in 2020. The Arlington locale, outfitted with a fire pit-lined patio and indoor-outdoor bar, tests out dairy-free soft serve topped with taiyaki." - Eater Staff

https://dc.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-ballston-arlington
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Stuff-Your-Face-Silly Buena Vida Plots Bottomless Mexican Food and a Massive Rooftop in Clarendon - Eater DC

"Hawkers, an Asian street food chain, is opening in Ballston with a walk-up takeout window. The chain specializes in dim sum, fried rice, and bao." - Stephanie Carter

https://dc.eater.com/2022/2/15/22929047/washington-dc-clarendon-buena-vida-santa-rosa
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Hawkers Asian Street Food Restaurant Coming to Ballston With Malyasian Roti Canai, Dim Dum - Eater DC

"Hawkers Street Asian Fare is a fast-growing chain based in Florida, founded in 2011 in Orlando. It pays homage to “hawker” street food stalls found across bustling night markets in Asia, featuring recipes from co-founder Allen Lo’s family. Popular dishes include roti canai, pad Thai, twice-fried Korean wings, miso pork belly ramen, skewers grilled over 1,000-degree heat, and the Singapore “chili” crab. The Ballston location will test an expanded menu of dumplings and dim sum, and will have a large patio and indoor/outdoor bar offering unique cocktails. They emphasize using local ingredients and maintaining an industrial vibe with neon lighting." - Tierney Plumb

https://dc.eater.com/2020/7/28/21344516/hawkers-asian-street-food-chain-coming-to-ballston-exchange-arlington-virginia-roti-canai-chili-crab
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Yan Yuan

Google
This is hands down one of my favorite restaurants! I usually come here once or twice a month because it’s such a fun spot with a wide variety of Asian street food. The menu brings together flavors from Malaysia, Korea, Japan, China, and Vietnam – so it really feels like a food journey across Asia. My top recommendation is definitely the Popolos Chicken Curry (the one I shared in my video) – it’s absolutely delicious and a must-try. I’ve also had the beef wide rice noodles, their Pad Thai, and a few of their small bites like buns and spring rolls – all of them were really tasty. And don’t miss out on their Thai Iced Tea, it’s one of my favorites! The atmosphere is super fun – the décor reflects different cultural elements, and the cocktails are also amazing. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, with a bar inside and plenty of tables outside, which makes it perfect for a group hangout. Prices are very reasonable for the quality you get – most dishes are between $10–20, and I usually spend around $15 for a good lunch (before tip). On top of that, the service has always been friendly and attentive. Overall, this place has great food, a lively atmosphere, fair prices, and excellent service. Definitely worth a visit if you’re looking for delicious Asian street food in a fun setting!

John L

Google
First visit. Delicious food (5-Star) and great staff - our waiter was Tyler (5-Star+)…he’s super friendly and took care of our party. Non-alcoholic drinks: - Frui-tea Fizz: A++. Unexpectedly great! - Thai Iced Tea: B+. Above average. Food: Roti Canai: A. The only downside is that the sauce is a bit too salty. Bao Buns: - Roast Duck: A++ (it was so good that we had 2 orders!) - Chinese BBQ Pork: A - Pork Belly: A - C.K.T.: A+. The noodle texture was chewy. Great taste and not overwhelming flavor. - Curry Lasak Ramen: B. Good flavor. The ramen was not soggy. It would be great if there’s another shrimp+some fish balls. Clean bathroom! Highly recommended. I’d definitely come back to try other dishes.

N W

Google
A very lovely decorated restaurant addressing Asian street food atmosphere. Had very high expectations towards the food when I saw the high ratings. Overall I think the food itself is in the mid tier. Soup bun was very good. The spiced green beans had a weird tasting coating and was lack of seasoning. The lamb skewers were made from ground lamb, so it’s missing the tender texture of the lamb. The service was ok but very slow. When we first got the soup bun, no spoon or the sauce (vinegar) was brought to us so we had to wait to ask our server to get those for us.

Daniel Millan

Google
Hawkers Asian Street Food was a pleasant surprise! For my first lunch in Arlington, I was craving some Asian food. Funnily enough, this spot serves every kind of Asian food for your family to enjoy! We munched on some yummy chicken and soup dumplings for appetizers which were truly scrumptious. My father ordered a Japanese curry, my sister some Chinese/Korean Bao buns, my mother a Korean Bulgogi plate, and I ordered a Pad Thai with the extra egg. I was hesitant to try this food as it may have caused for distortion with all the different types of cuisine but everything was cooked perfectly! The server was great as well, very attentive and took all of our allergies into consideration, even going as far as to advise us of the allergens in the sauces that complimented the plates. Overall a very nice experience and we will definitely come back.

Maria Bliznetsova

Google
This is a fun and easygoing Asian food place in Arlington with focus on small plates and it’s very good for sharing with friends and/or family! You will find lots of delicious and diverse Asian street food options! I just love their Chili cucumber salad and Hong Kong Sticky Ribs! Crispy tofu bites are also fun! Pair it with Tiger’s tail or Capri-Fun Cooler, and you are in for a treat!✅💯👌🏼 The atmosphere is light and easygoing, service is quick and prices are very reasonable! Totally recommend!

Angelita

Google
I love their food, but the portion sizes could be better. This Popo Lo’s Steak (beef) curry is around $20, but the serving is quite small—especially compared to the huge container of rice that comes with it. It just doesn’t feel right to get a full box of rice with only a quarter-size portion of the main dish. Just really not worth it. Very disappointing.

Parvathy

Google
Hawkers was amazing! Loved the roti canai, spicy chili cucumber, and the yaki udon was the best we’ve had. Duck bao was super tasty. For the drinks, Paloma was great and the thai iced tea hit the spot.

Brett Ellis

Google
What amazing food! Really cool vibe and fun to look at all the things! I ordered the twice fried wings and chili crisp wontons. Come check them out!!
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Terrell R.

Yelp
I had been hearing great things about out this Asian cuisine spot and it did not disappoint. It's a pretty cool and lively spot, nice decor, plenty of lighting, and an abundance of outdoor seating to take advantage of the warmer days/nights. It was a Saturday night so definitely super busy but luckily I was able to find some bar seating since the table wait was about 20 mins at that time. The menu has a wide variety of items like chicken dumplings, sticky ribs, Korean fried wings, Pad Thai, curry laska ramen with prices ranging from $10-$20 per item. The service was excellent, the servers were very welcoming and personable. I got to try out the chili crisp cucumbers, soup dumplings, shrimp summer roll, Chinese bbq pork bao buns, and the beef how fun. The food came out quickly appetizers first and the entree followed. -chili crisp cucumbers: really good and as a person who isn't big on spicy food I didn't find them terribly hot or overwhelming -shrimp summer roll: fresh and tasty -Chinese bbq pork bao: solid, I would have liked a little more hoisin sauce on them but no major complaints. -Soup Dumplings: Are a must try, super savory and delicious. -Beef Haw Fun: Great flavor and perfect portions of steak but the dish was a little bit dryer than expected. All in all a terrific dining experience (the drinks were excellent too) highly recommend giving them a try.
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Maria-Elena T.

Yelp
Have had drinks here and dinner recently some combining the reviews. Sat at the bar both times. One time the bar was dirty and I had to wait for them to clean it. One time immaculately clean. Drinks are good. For food tried the bao bun, twice fried Korean chicken, and the soup dumplings. Everything was pretty good! Would get all three again. I like the vibe here and atmosphere.
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Alice J.

Yelp
New dish: Taiwanese braised pork rice (lu rou fan 滷肉飯), quite good! Generous portion. Very nice bao and crispy tofu like before. New ordering channel. Their website is up and running. I ordered for the first time on their site. It worked. Food was ready despite full house. Saved money instead of using an app such as DoorDash or UberEats. However, their coconut shrimp shrunk in size! I took this photo upon opening the box. I did not eat anything. But it appears as if it's leftover food. 5 sad small shrimp. This decline in quality did not go unnoticed. I hope it was a glitch or kitchen error. In the past this dish was generous.
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Omar A.

Yelp
Good quality food and very hip active place. Lots of life and energy. Portions are a bit small ... call it Trendy Size. But ingredients were very fresh and I enjoyed my Pad Thai. I will return
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Carl C.

Yelp
This place is located in an alley type of area near the local mall. The interior is flashy, with very cool tiki notes. You do get a feel that you are inside a tiki hall. Lolol Menu is small, but appropriate for its food and beverage offerings. If you are feeling a little peckish, I would recommend the sections on the bao buns, veggie-ish, and skewer offerings from the dim sum and Bao Buns page. Tasty with great flavor profiles. My favorites include the roast duck bao with a great hoisin sauce, the satay chicken street skewers, and Hawker wings. I looks forward to checking out the other page filled with noodles, soups, rice and curries in the near future. I am satisfied by the little bites, but I would like to try the noodles and curries sometime soon. Even with my random uestions, the service is typically helpful, accommodating AND honest.
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Domonique S.

Yelp
Let me start off by saying I have the absolute best bestie. He knows how much I love trying new spots so when he said we were going to Hawkers I was excited. The night we visited it was very lively and had a short wait time for a table but eventually ended up grabbing seats at the bar. I hate that I don't remember the bartenders names because they were both great and provided us great service. The menu offers a variety of Asian Street Food and tasty cocktails. For the evening we enjoyed the chili crisp cucumbers which were fresh, crisp and flavorful without being overly spicy. The shrimp summer rolls were refreshing, the Chinese BBQ pork bao buns and Beef Haw Fun from what I heard from bestie were flavorful and good portions but could have used more sauce. All in all we had a great time at Hawkers and hope to get back soon to try some of their other menu options.
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Nikki P.

Yelp
I spent $35 on a to-go lunch order and I want my money back (lol). The udon noodles were crunchy and undercooked which is wild for an Asian restaurant! I paid $5 extra for steak to be added to the noodles and only received two pieces (I guess they were $2.50 each). The overall portion size was way too small for the price. The hot chicken bao buns were ridiculously sweet and not hot at all. I found both items inedible and tossed them.
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Mark O.

Yelp
I took a colleague for a congratulatory lunch recently and I had a great experience. I haven't been to Hawkers in about 2 years and they definitely have upped their game. Last time I remember going it was blazing hot because the AC was broken but it was cool as a fan in there now. We tried a bunch of their menu item but the curry duck noodles stole the show for me. Best noodles I have had in a very long time.
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Monet H.

Yelp
My wife and I went on Tuesday for date Nite, outdoor seating was nice. Service was just ok, my appetizer and meal came out all before my wife's food. I had to mention it to the server. Different food has different cook times, but food needs to come out at the same time for 1 party. The Hong Kong wonton was delicious and filling. The drinks were good as well.
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Catherine M.

Yelp
First time back in a bit and still like the vibes and some of the menu updates. I think the biggest thing this place suffers with is being out of stuff every single time we visit. Last time it was some Japanese whiskies on the flight menu- this time it's Sparro(for the sake drops). They were also out of most of their whites. I'm not sure why this is such a chronic thing here. Food wise- duck baos are still fantastic and we really liked the new duck curry noodles. Service is shaky though- no waters unless you ask and bao buns took 30+ mins to come out which if your doing the happy hour deal, may be off putting if you wanted to order a second round. They never offer the spice tray either. I asked about the spiciest wings and was told the sriracha honey- it was literally sauce on the side that tasted like straight honey. They were perfectly crispy but super overwhelming when wanting a spice level.
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Kayla T.

Yelp
Our waiter was extremely nice. I love the location in Arlington. It was very clean and the oxtails were delicious.
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Nyla S.

Yelp
I honestly forgot what I got (sorry) The aesthetics were cute! I went at the perfect time, it wasn't crowded. The food though wasn't that great- seemed like my noodles were dry and sticky probably sitting out for a while.. I might give it another try
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Tahir N.

Yelp
My sister and I were seated quickly near the kitchen. The menus were brought by Simon, who knows his stuff. They have a special drink menu that you have to use a red viewer for, but the place is dim so it didn't really work very well. I ordered the Tiger's tail cocktail since it has passionfruit syrup in it. We ordered the chili, crisp, cucumbers, and the Singapore, fun noodles and the Bibimbap. The drink arrived and the first thing my sister said was, "look at all the ice!" And it's true. A cocktail is typically the menu item with the lowest bill for ingredients of anything on the menu and therefore the most profitable. You have to strike a fine balance between disappointing the customer and not over serving the customer in one go. While the flavor was good, I would say this was a disappointment because the drink didn't really elevate you or uplift you. The food, however, is very good for what it is. Asian street food. The Singapore fun noodles are rice noodles that have been softened and quick fried with egg and shrimp and very good flavor. The Korean Bibimbap was equally as good. The chili crisp cucumbers, make for a nice appetizer. The "crisp" refers to the cucumbers still having some crunch to them as opposed to their being cooked. They are served cold. The sauce they are in does not stick to them very well, but is quite tasty. We came here early on a Saturday evening and the place was already roughly half full. I think they're a little short staffed because there were about four booths in a row that either had not been cleared or they may have been clearing other tables and stacking the dishes on them. I think the former. Next time, I'll probably order a glass of wine. My mother prefers to order beer in a bottle or a can so you know the quantity and quality of what you're getting. All the same, I would still come back. This place is better than most, and the roast duck buns is calling my name.
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Nina R.

Yelp
My 3rd visit. I am conflicted in my ratings here, lol I absolutely love the decor, ambiance and the overall bustling vibe here. 5 stars Food taste, quality and consistency, 3 stars Creative menu, 5 stars Prices, 2 stars, a bit expensive Overall, 4 stars I guess! For appetizers, we had; - Yi-Yi's Chicken Dumplings, fried crispy on the bottom side, with a soy type dipping sauce. They were ok, nothing special. The dipping sauce was not balanced and had way too much of a vinegar taste to it. There were no chives like the menu shows online. The ground chicken inside was not seasoned very well. Five for $10, a bit pricey in my opinion. - Satay Chicken Skewers - they were ok. Two skewers for $9, a little overpriced. I did not like the taste of the peanut sauce. Entrée we had: C.K.T. Char Kway Teow, a wide, flat rice noodle stir fried with shrimp, bits of scrambled egg, sausage, chicken and light veggies in a very light brown sauce. $15 Beef Haw Fun, flat, wide rice noodles stir fried with tender beef slices, light veggies and very lite brown sauce. $16 I thought both noodle dishes were too much on the a la dente side. I've had the beef haw fun here before and the noodles were perfect between tender and a la dente. This time they were on the chewier, not so tender side. On another visit I had appetizers including the BBQ Pork Bao Buns, which were delish, and sake. I absolutely enjoy dining here because they serve different types of popular Asian and East Asian food in one place, like Chinese, Indian, and Thai in one place and because the atmosphere is bustling. What I did not know is that they bring food out as it's done, not in any particular order. And food is meant to be shared. They give you small plates at the table so you can try things from the main serving dish and put it on to your smaller plate. There are no sauces on the table, so you will need to ask for things like chili oil or soy sauce. Even though I am conflicted in my overall rating, I highly recommend this restaurant. I will definitely return.
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Singi D.

Yelp
I love the food here. All the noodles dishes I've had as been fantastic. Bulgogi, skewers, yum. I've been here several times. Unfortunately my friend & I both agreed that the drinks were not so great here. The cocktails had too much syrup. They were difficult to drink. Was not a good balance in ingredients. I think you have to stick to their beers. Even wine i had once was just meh. But the food is really good. Highly recommend for food. It's a very fun, nonchalant, cool vibes with a firepit & jenga outside. Great outdoor space and i love to sit outside at their bar when the weather is nice. Easy parking at the mall.
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Tori C.

Yelp
I had hawkers to go after craving Asian food. I love a good boa bun and Hawkers does a great one! The hot chicken bao is a crispy delight that you don't have to fear having bone-in. The spicy pickle on top completes the dish, and I'm saying this as someone who avoids pickles sometimes . The spring roll was good but the bao stole the show. The hostess was nice when I walked in and the place was crowded for a Wednesday. I definitely want to come dine-in with friends and enjoy this place again!
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Stephan H.

Yelp
Overall, the food was delicious! I got the chili cucumbers, and the ramen bowl. Both were delicious. The chili sauce on the cucumbers was to die for and the coconut curry was very tasty. The bartender was super friendly and willing to help answer any questions. Would definitely come back when I'm in town!

Michelle I.

Yelp
I first went with a friend for happy hour and we ordered about six different dishes -- every single one was delicious. The plates are on the smaller side, which actually makes it fun to order a variety and share. The **Korean Fried Chicken** and the **Yaki Don't** were the standouts for me. Great drinks, great service, and a fun atmosphere. Since then, I've gone back a few more times for happy hour with friends, as well as ordered takeout multiple times. The only downside is that the Korean Fried Chicken (sliced version) is only available during happy hour -- it's so good! For takeout, I usually order four of the chicken because my husband loves it just as much as I do. Don't skip dessert either -- their little donuts are the perfect sweet finish. Highly recommend this place whether you're dining in or grabbing takeout!
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Sophie L.

Yelp
I got the kimchi steak, kimchi fried rice, pork bao buns, and the capri refresher! Everything tasted 10/10. The steak was extremely soft, but the portion size was a little small. Staff was friendly and the environment was cool inside. I will be coming back!
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Ashlie J.

Yelp
I've been before for dinner, but stopped in for a late lunch and was delighted to see that there was happy hour from 3-6 pm and I could sit on the patio! I'll def be back!
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Christine J.

Yelp
Been here a couple of times with friends. Haven't had a menu item I haven't liked yet.
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Caroline K.

Yelp
DELICIOUS food! Like wow. I was in love with my curry bowl. I ordered the Curry Laksa and I cannot recommend it enough. Really cool blend of multiple proteins and just a delicious broth. Has a bit of spice to it, but as a girl who can't finish a bag of Takis, it was manageable. Beautiful atmosphere with the coolest decorations. I absolutely love the way they chose to decorate this place. It is the coolest vibe inside feeling like the streets of an Asian downtown city. Great vibes to get a drink and hang out. The outdoor seating is so cute and vibrant with string lights at night. Plenty of seating everywhere so you won't have to wait long when you come. Pretty fast service overall. Food was made quickly.
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Sharon H.

Yelp
Good roast duck bao bun, and slightly overly fatty pork bun bao. The bao bun was a bit dry, but the white bao is very firm yet fluffy. I think the topping to bread ratio was a bit low. Spring rolls are pretty small--even for an appetizer--for the price point. The restaurant/brand definitely gives a more elevated street food type vibe. It's a bit more expensive (about 33% more in my opinion) than they should be but it is a good twist on Asian street food. Service was fine but it was a bit slow.
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Lauren C.

Yelp
Came here on a Saturday night after a workout, was jam packed but def had the space to accommodate. The food is STUPID good, I had the nepali lamb curry ramen, singapore noodles, the sticky short ribs, bao buns, and Chinese noodles that were to die for. If you want a medley of bussin Asian food, come to this joint
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Arleen T.

Yelp
Amazing experience. The service was excellent, thanks you, Chad, for being so attentive. The vibe is unique, and the decor makes you feel like you've stepped into an Asian city. Both indoor and outdoor seating areas are beautifully done, especially with the string lights at night, perfect for hanging out or a casual date. The food was absolutely delicious. We tried several dishes, and everything was flavorful and well prepared. Highly recommend starting with the Korean double fried wings, super crispy and tasty. The Margari Thai cocktail was also a hit, slightly spicy and refeshingly different. I ordered the Curry Laska and loved it. The broth was rich and aromatic, with a great mix of proteins. It had a bit of heat, but even for someone who can't handle spicy food, it was totally manageable.
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Jcub T.

Yelp
LOVE HAWKERS! Went here as a monthly lunch get together and it was one of the best choices we've made. The food was EXCELLENT and the decor was really thought out. We will come again for sure.
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Thomas V.

Yelp
This place had a cool trendy vibe to it. Lots of art and lights that make you feel like you're really there having street food delights. Food had authentic flavor. The waiter recommended ordering food to share with the whole table and said food gets delivered as they are finished cooking, not necessarily all at same time. The only small issue I had was the soup dumplings didn't actually have much soup at all. I also noticed a few of them already had some slits in them which the soup probably drained out of.
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Tiffani N.

Yelp
I've only gone during lunch and sat at the bar. The service is attentive but allowed me to also do some work uninterrupted. I'm interested in going back to sit at a table and experience full service because the food I've tried is delicious. I will say the space at Ballston Commons is a little small. Other than that, no complaints.
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Nevin J.

Yelp
Wow this place is great for a quick bite! The aesthetic is awesome and I really felt the street food atmosphere. Me and the wife ordered the following: - Roti canai 4/5 (love the roti with curry, definitely a must try!) - Chinese BBQ pork bao 3/5 (a little sweet just wasn't my jam) - Sichuan wontons 4/5 - Pad Thai (4/5) great pad thai and authentic very flavorful! Overall, a great place to try and definitely will try other menu items next time I'm in the area
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M J.

Yelp
Good service. The double fried chicken wings and bibimbap was good. Phad Thai was different from the normal. Taste was new to me.
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Anushka M.

Yelp
I've ordered takeout from here before but finally got to dine in at Hawkers. We were a group of 4 and shared the roti canai and crispy tofu bites. I thought both were good, the tofu bites had a nice spice to it and the roti came with a good sauce. I ordered the Yaki udon for my main. It was good and the chicken was well cooked. Overall it's a nice spot, a little loud inside but still a fun vibe.

Kate W.

Yelp
Beware of take-out portions, unfortunately undersized compared to dine-in portions - this is $40 of curry. Definitely bummed and hungry.

Sherry T.

Yelp
Great atmosphere. Great food. Was well worth the detour on the drive from Florida home to NJ
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Akshitha I.

Yelp
Just returned from a trip to Asia (Korea, Japan, Singapore, Thailand) and was eager to try Hawkers Ballston for a taste of familiar flavors. While the restaurant offers dishes from several Asian countries, they didn't quite capture the authenticity I experienced on my travels. Here's My Take: Slightly Off the Mark: It's understandable that flavors might vary, but the dishes I tried felt a bit inauthentic compared to what I had in Asia. Price vs. Value: The portion sizes seemed a little small for the price. If you're looking for a filling meal, you might leave feeling hungry. Service is also pretty good and easy to get a reservation. Casual & Diverse: Hawkers offers a casual atmosphere and a good variety of dishes from various Asian regions. This could be a fun introduction for those who haven't explored Asian cuisine before. Overall. having recently had the real deal in Asia, Hawkers Ballston wasn't quite what I was hoping for. However, it could be a decent option for someone new to Asian flavors or looking for a quick and casual meal. Recommendation: If you're craving truly authentic Asian food and have high expectations based on recent travels, this might not be the best choice. But, for a casual exploration of Asian flavors, it's worth a try.
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Rod F.

Yelp
We had a wonderful meal. Great food, awesome staff, and a great place to eat! Take the time and have a wonderful dinner!
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Kristen M.

Yelp
I've become obsessed! I love this place! I am determined to try every item on the menu! The pad Thai is delicious, the chow fan is amazing as well! My only issue is when ordering online, if they are out of stock on something, they don't offer a refund or a substitute item. That's pretty unfair and the reason for the star reduction. Other than that, no complaints!
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Yaz R.

Yelp
This place redeemed itself! Although the service was slow the food was soooo good. Tried the chili crisp chicken dumplings, the lo mein with chicken, the green beans and the bulgogi beef. Everything was so yummy! I would definitely come back.
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Maria K.

Yelp
Hawkers is an Asian fusion restaurant with "tapas" style dishes. Best to come here with a group and order a bunch of dishes to share. Been here several times and everything I've ever tried has been solid and delicious. The atmosphere is great for a date night or night out with friends. Service is great and usually the food comes out pretty quickly.
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Emily Y.

Yelp
I had never visited one of these chains but my friend had so that's how I ended up here. It was a short walk from my hotel and I was flying out that day so I wanted something quick. We ordered a to-go order. I am not sure if it was because the system was down, they had a lot of online orders or what, but it took at least 30 minutes for us to get our two orders of lo mein. The food was good, but I don't believe it should have taken that long. I was in a hurry to do some things before I left and it definitely put a time crunch on things. Although the food was good, I would say the portion size is a bit on the small side for the price.
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Alesia S.

Yelp
Not sure how I had not heard of this place before. It has amazing food! Met a friend here for dinner over the weekend and I'm so glad she chose this location. I ordered their version of an espresso martini and it was scrumptious. We then ordered a combination of small plates and everything was good. My favorite was the chicken bao buns! I'll definitely be returning!
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Rachel M.

Yelp
Mixed experience overall, but no denying that the service was awesome. Dinner with my older mother on a Sunday evening, and she requires A LOT of patience: indecisive about what she wants, lots of dietary issues and questions, says she's ready but then asks for more time...and Ashley was so good with her. Truly couldn't have asked for a more lovely server to show grace with my mom. Thanks, Ashley. Mixed feelings about ambience. Pros: Cool concrete block dividers remind me of the building materials you'll actually see in Asia. Tables covered in Asian newspapers with glass tops. Chinese tea boxes serve as container for chopsticks. Cons: The music is too loud, and they know it...but they wait until a customer requests it to be turned down rather than take the feedback they've received from customers (in person and online). Lighting is a bit dark; warm red hue is a cool vibe for date nights, but a little lantern on each table or slight increase of overall brightness would make the menu easier to read / presentation of food possible to appreciate. Most seating is hard but some cushioned booths are available; just ask hostess. And the food... Roti was solid. Chicken dumplings were basic and boring for the price. CKT was too salty, though textures of everything were perfect... just heavy handed with some kind of smoky seasoning sauce. And the Riesling was way too cold - clearly came from a fridge rather than a wine cooler. Might return but not in a rush. Kudos to the previous reviewer who provided hot tip about parking in Ballston Quarter ($1 for 3 hours)!

Nadine P.

Yelp
Yoseph A was the best waiter he was attentive and made sure we had what we needed. Food came out quickly
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Giang T.

Yelp
Food is ok and the portion is quite small compare to the price. Service is horrible! We wait more than an hour while there are so many tables inside and host was inflexible in term of seating people. And finally we are seated, the chair is wet! Disappointed!
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Whitney L.

Yelp
Went to finally try hawkers last night for dinner! Food was amazing, I enjoyed pretty much everything on their menu. I recommend yi-yi's dumplings, the Chinese bbq pork buns , Korean fried wings, crispy pork belly and definitely the Dan dan noodles. We also tried the lamb skewers, CKT noodles and kimchi fried rice--these were all just ok for me. For alcoholic beverages, the OG painkiller is pretty good (very pineapple based) and the tiger beverage (light and refreshing). The viet-spresso is good for coffee lovers and the spritz is similar to the tiger beverage just slightly heavier. Service could have been better. Our waitress did mess up and give us soup dumplings instead of the yi-yi dumplings but it was a quick fix. I do also understand as it was busy. The environment is very street feel. Great music, good vibes and lots of laughs. They do not take reservations so the earlier you show up the better for dinner!
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Michael J.

Yelp
This was our first visit to Hawkers, for a casual Friday lunch. We sat in their outside area and service was very good. We thought everything we ordered was pretty good. The buns of Chinese BBQ Pork Baos were light and fluffy, but unfortunately they were stuck to the paper they were served on and it was hard to remove them without all of the pork filling falling out. Also, we felt like the pork filling needed a little more spice. (BTW, you can ask for a little tray of their three spices, which were really good). The Yaki Udon noodles had a really nice texture and taste, but the dish was a little skimpy on chicken. The chicken dumplings were just okay, nothing really special.

Mike D.

Yelp
Food is quite good as was the service. The interior music, however, was so loud tonight as to be irritating. You could not hear people you are dining with unless people yell. The loud music must drive the staff nuts. It's excessive and needs to be reduced in volume as it makes for a terrible dinky experience.

Dom M.

Yelp
Amazing small plates, fun drinks, reasonable prices for being right in the heart of ballston. A perfect spot for just having a couple of drinks to catch up, a family dinner, or even a date.
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Crystal R.

Yelp
Amazing experience! We had the best service -- thank you Chad (: The vibe is great. The decor makes you feel like you've been transported to another country. The food is also delicious. We tried several dishes and everything we had was equally tasty. Definitely order the Korean double fried wings to get started. So yummy!! Also highly recommend the Margari-Thai. It had a little kick, which made it extra perfect for me. Next time I'm ordering two!
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Menghai T.

Yelp
Came here on a Monday during lunch and ordered the Duck Bao Bun($13)and curry Duck noodle($16). The duck bao bun had really crispy duck skin. Bun was sweet and fluffy. Not to much hoisin sauce which made it a little dry but allowed the duck to shine. Noodles had a small spice kick to it which I liked, however it was oily and over salted. Service was terrible, wait staff didn't come around to refill drinks or checkup on us. Overall solid food just bad service. Food: 7.8 Staff/service: 3.0 Value: 4.0 Overall: 5.6/10