The 5 Best Places for Asian Food Around Harrisonburg

A delicious way to explore Asia—right here in the Valley. The Best of the Valley contest’s Best Asian Food category highlights eateries that serve authentic, flavorful dishes from across the continent. Whether you're craving street‑style pad Thai or Korean corn cheese, these restaurants bring global flavors to local tables—with flair.

Taste Of Thai

In Harrisonburg, Taste Of Thai dishes out generously sized portions of classic Thai staples like pad Thai, tom yum goong, papaya salad, and chicken satay. Diners appreciate its prompt service and hospitable staff, noting the food “arrived promptly” and “serving sizes were huge” .

Mashita

Mashita blends Korean-inspired flavors with fresh Shenandoah Valley ingredients. Originally a food truck, it has expanded into a popular downtown restaurant known for rotating specials like kimchi arancini and Korean corn cheese. The menu also includes smoked chicken, eggplant katsu, and Korean-style hot dogs—a creative twist on casual fare.

Oriental Cafe

A Harrisonburg staple, Oriental Café offers a wide-ranging menu that spans Chinese, Japanese and even Singaporean dishes. Known for its value and authentic flavors, the menu features favorites like shrimp egg rolls, dumplings in chili oil, scallion pancakes, and more..

Taste Of India

Taste Of India earns high praise for its rich, authentic Indian cuisine. Reviewers rave about creamy butter chicken, tender lamb korma, and perfectly seasoned naan. The menu features a spectrum of vegetarian appetizers—like aloo chaat and vegetable pakoras—followed by hearty entrées that blend traditional spices with generous portions .

Umami

In Elkton, Umami delivers a fusion of Vietnamese, Japanese, and Cajun flavors. Highlights include udon noodles and vermicelli tofu bowls, scallion/vegetable pancakes, bao buns, and seafood pancakes. With full patio seating and a friendly chef-owner, diners call it “phenomenal” and “a must-visit spot”

These finalists prove that Loudoun and the Shenandoah Valley offer more than just local dishes—they serve global flavor with quality, creativity, and heart.

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