Maneki Neko, web site, 238 W. Broad Street, Falls Church, VA, 703-534-8666 (Metro Trip Planner – opens in new window) [Google | FCNP | City Paper | NoVA Mag | Ylp | Don Rockwell]
One of the most Japanese places around. It is well known for its Okinawa ramen, which you cannot get anywhere else in this area, it is tasty although I did not catch the uniquely Okinawan element. (I don’t doubt them, however.) They have dried sting ray and other Japanese dishes you might find in a country restaurant. The sushi is above average. Check the board for the specials, you might find smelt tempura for instance. This is one of the better and more authentic Japanese restaurants around, good noodles too.
