One of the best examples of Yemeni cuisine can be found at Marib, tucked inside a strip mall on Hechinger Drive. Traditional hummus is served with chopped lamb on top, and for dessert the restaurant specializes in a giant, flaky pastry called Bint al-sahn. The razor-thin pastry is made with melted butter, eggs, and honey, topped with nigella and sesame seeds.

Eleni’s is a relative newcomer to Springfield, debuting four years ago with traditional Greek fare for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. No meal is complete without a big slice of Spanakopita, a savory spinach pie with feta, onions, and eggs.

Hot & Cold is a casual Peruvian restaurant with classic dishes like lomo saltado, pork sandwiches, and fried yucca. It’s also a great spot to enjoy inventive sandwiches, like a steak lomo sandwich — a Peruvian cheesesteak, if you will.

Bob & Edith’s is a legendary diner that’s open around the clock. It’s best known for iconic breakfast platters, burgers, subs, shakes, and desserts.

Whether it’s bánh mi, noodle soup, or summer rolls, Le Bledo is a top spot in Springfield for Vietnamese food served in a modern, fast-casual environment.

This Austin Tex-Mex favorite landed in D.C. about four years ago, and it still seems diners can’t get enough of the restaurant’s signature dishes, like stacked enchiladas, fajitas, chicken flautas, and “chuychangas.”

For a brewpub with Virginia beer on tap, head to Yard House inside the Springfield Town Center. The enormous dining room is open for lunch, dinner, and late-night eats, but most flock here for the beer; there are more than 130 draft beers on tap, including Port City, Blue Mountain, and Starr Hill.

D.C. restaurateur Victor Albisu opened his third area Taco Bamba location in Springfield late last year. This casual taqueria chain serves traditional Mexican tacos, tostadas, and tortas. There’s also unique cocktails like the Orange Julio — a playful take on offerings at Springfield Mall’s now-defunct Orange Julius. His drink pays homage to the juice stand via Agavales tequila, orange juice, coconut cream, and lime.

Thai Ghang Waan in Brookfield Plaza Shopping Center serves traditional Thai dishes, like fried catfish, long-cooked broth loaded with meat and noodles, crispy pork, and papaya salad, accompanied by sweet-sour pickles and a fiery red pepper sauce.

For a brick-oven pizza in a family-friendly dining room, head to Delia’s. The Mediterranean grill’s been open for more than 30 years and is known for its zucchini fritters, calzones, and calamari.

Afghan Bistro opened its doors two years ago with high praise. Diners still drive in droves and swear by the bistro burger, seasoned with garlic, sumac, and paprika on a brioche bun. Don’t overlook the never-ending bread, rice, and vegetable bowls, either.