We came to Famous Toastery for my dad's birthday. My parents have been coming here for a while now…read more They recently redid the place and it looks great. The atmosphere feels fresh and welcoming. The service was outstanding from everyone, including the manager who stopped by to check on us. A special thanks to Alex, our waiter, who was attentive, kind, and made the experience even better. It was really nice to see how warmly the staff interacted with my parents--they clearly know and appreciate their regular customers. Now I understand why my parents love coming here. We'll definitely be back!

This was my second time ordering from here and I ordered from DoorDash and it was delivered on…read moretime. The service was wonderful. The food was amazing!!! I ordered the Famous Hash and it was amazing!!! I will definitely be ordering from here again!! Yes, there are additional pictures on here because they are from the first time I ordered from here. ‍

Sat at the bar Bartender was excellent and attentive…read more Spicy Bloody Mary's were delicious Fried pickles were nice and spicy, some of the best we have had. Great food overall

We went to Ted's Bulletin for lunch, to celebrate my niece's graduation ‍! The place is located in…read morethis food and shopping town center in the Loudon area. There's lots of parking on the curb, as well as parking lots. There's restaurant is very spacious and modern. We were hoping to be able to have my niece's best friend's family sit with us, but for some reason the staff said the nearby tables weren't available (yes, I understand there are reservations and all, but accommodations were made for another party that came in after them). Other than that, our staff was great and the food was delicious! We tried some different appetizers and shared them (the cornbread was ); and everyone loved their entrees.

We had a great overall experience here. The restaurant is conveniently located in a shopping…read morecenter, so there's plenty of parking, and the interior is clean, modern, and inviting. The only downside was that the music was a little louder than I prefer, making conversation slightly difficult at times. Our waitress was incredibly personable and friendly, and she made us feel very welcome. Service was a bit slow, but it appeared she was the only server working that day, so it was understandable. The food more than made up for the wait. The biscuits were absolutely fantastic. The spring salad was one of the best salads I've had in a long time. The grilled chicken on top was seasoned beautifully and cooked perfectly, juicy and tender without being overdone. I'd definitely come back for the food and the welcoming service. Hopefully they'll have a little more staff next time, but it was still a very enjoyable meal.

We brought our whole staff here to celebrate a great Easter weekend. The vibes of this place…read moredefinitely southern comfort. The server we had was amazing. She did a phenomenal job overseeing our whole group by herself. The food was good. I love a good southern comfort meal. But I'd be lying that I wasn't a little disappointed they didn't have chicken and waffles. They do have chicken and biscuits which looked good. But I was craving that delicious crispy meat over a savory waffle. Everyone at our table enjoyed their meals. Not a single person complained. If anything, they said how much food they got! When in the area again, will take a stop here to enjoy their food again!

Amazing food, service and ambiance. We were celebrating my…read morebirthday. The sever was efficient and very knowledgeable. The food was very fresh, flavorful. It was pretty busy on a Saturday night. Def. going back.

The food was great, and the service was even better. Definitely 4.5 stars…read more Rustic charm decor, lots of wood and leather elements. This place is small enough to be intimate, but not too small. We ordered many small plates, instead of an entree, and everything was wonderful. The short rib may be my favorite, but all of the tapas were full of color and flavor and nice presentation.

This is the kind of diner and breakfast I'm always looking for. I had a feeling I might be in the…read moreright place when I walked in at 9:45 on a Friday and the place was full. I heard waitstaff greeting regulars by name. I went with my usual 2-egg breakfast. Lots of places have good bacon and/or eggs. A fair number have good bread. But perfect home fries are hard to come by. These we the exact right combination of tender inside and crispy outside. There was some well-cooked onion adding flavor. I honestly don't know if they used some spices or just had good grease, but they were delicious.

My sister and I went here for the first time. Right away we noticed the super friendly staff and…read morelots of regulars. The atmosphere is like an old fashioned diner. The menu is large which is typical of diner fare. I couldn't resist getting the Philly cheesesteak but also had to try their tuna fish. I had a side of cole slaw too. We both had coffee which was excellent. The cheesesteak was excellent, hot, tasty and juicy. The coleslaw had a nice blend of crunch and tang. The tuna salad had a deli feel to it. Not the everyday tuna out of a can. My sister got two eggs over easy, lots of perfectly cooked bacon, buttered toast and grits. All delicious. Loved this place!

I came here for dinner while in town on business, and had to return the next night!…read more The Caesar salad is so... perfect. The rigatoni bolognese was unforgettable. It was Restaurant Week while I was there, so the 2nd night I tried the flatiron steak and it was fantastic also. Our servers both nights were top notch, and they have sparkling water (or still) by the bottle for the table, which makes my heart soar.

Stopped in here after hiking at Seneca Regional Park with our dog, Onyx, and honestly we were only…read moresupposed to grab a quick drink. Ended up staying for almost three hours. Started with an espresso martini, a smoked Old Fashioned, and the fritto misto to share. Everything was really good. Then we split the lamb burger and the shrimp risotto for lunch. Both were excellent, although I think the risotto edged out the burger. Our server Mike made the whole experience. Before he even brought us water, he showed up with a bowl for Onyx. Come on, that's an instant five stars in my book. We ended up talking wine with him for a good part of the afternoon. He had us sample a few different pours before we landed on a Nebbiolo we loved. Later, after another conversation about wine, he brought over a taste of a white we'd never even heard of because he thought we'd enjoy trying it. It never felt like an upsell. It just felt like talking with someone who genuinely enjoys wine and likes sharing it with people. Relaxing patio, great food, excellent cocktails, and genuinely memorable service. We'll definitely be back, and Onyx probably will too.

Baker's Crust in Ashburn recently expanded their hours, and I'm grateful they're now open until 9pm…read moreTuesday-Saturday. They also rolled out a new 2pm-close menu with some seriously affordable, high-quality steaks. I'm trying to convince my son to join me so we can split the 16oz NY Strip--but getting him out of the house is half the battle. Food-wise, I've been working my way through the menu and haven't missed yet. The Ahi Tuna Loaded Guac, Brick Oven Crab Dip, Dixie Shrimp, Steakhouse Burger, Asiago Chicken, and Southern Chili Chicken Sandwich have all been excellent. Portions are generous, and you definitely get your money's worth. Pro tip: check the Specials menu. The tacos, pasta, and pizzas are worth a look--especially the brick oven pizzas. Yes, they're back, and the crust is exactly how it should be: crisp with that perfect char. I grab one to take home at least once a week. Service has been consistently great. The bartenders and servers are friendly, and attentive. You can tell management cares about quality and keeping customers happy. One heads-up: when browsing their menus online, make sure you select the Ashburn location. The other Baker's Crust spots have different menus.

Great staff, very friendly and fast service. Good was excellent. Only complaint is I would've…read morepreferred my bagel toasted with the BLTA but otherwise great flavor. As a New Yorker this is place is a gem. Actual NY Bagel flavor (bagels from Essa bagels in NYC). Delightful experience overall. Has indoor and outdoor seating.

I've been here quite a few times and they're always on top of it. Mark the owner is awesome and…read moresuper friendly. Ryan the bartender is friendly and will sit and talk with you if you're at the bar top. They've always got great food, great drinks, and sports on the TVs. The food here is always AMAZING. I've never had anything I didn't like here. I recently had the smoked wings and they were super flavorful. They are served with Buffalo sauce as well as your choice of ranch or blue cheese. My brother and I also had the pretzel braid on this trip and it was pretty good as well. I've had the pork spud before and it's a loaded baked potato with a pile of pulled pork on it. And it comes with a side as well! The chicken tenders are also awesome. It's a lot of chicken tenders on a plate with your choice of side and a honey sriracha dipping sauce. Highly recommend getting the tater tots. The service is always amazing. As stated earlier, Mark is the owner and he's always helping the staff out and making sure everyone dining in the restaurant is having a good experience. Ryan is one of the bartenders and he always gets to know the regulars if you sit at the bar top. Food and drinks always come out fairly fast and it's always piping hot so you know it's fresh! They will also put on a specific game if you are looking for one. The ambiance is classy neighborhood bar. There's not tons of decorations all over the place. It's clean, modern, and simple. The food and service mostly speak for the restaurant in this case. They have a parking lot in front of their building so parking is ample. They also have a patio for warmer weather if you'd like to sit outside or even bring your dog! This place is a staple in my rotation and my brother is a regular here so definitely give it a try if you haven't already.

We were here on a Saturday night for an early dinner. At that hour, there were several people…read moresitting at the bar and one party in the dining room. As the evening progressed, more people came in for dinner. The place has an industrial type vibe with exposed ceilings and concrete flooring. We were seated and greeted shortly after we entered. A server came along to ask us what we wanted to drink. I had a lemonade while my husband had a Coors Light. We decided to forego an appetizer after reading the descriptions and seeing that they were meant to feed more than two people. For dinner, I ordered the "Grilled Atlantic Salmon" which consists of: "grilled 8 oz. Atlantic Salmon Filet w Tamari Bourbon Glaze & your choice of side". For my side I chose "cheddar grits". My husband chose the "Shrimp and Grits which consists of: "8 Jumbo Shrimp and House Bacon sauteed w Onions & Garlic in Creole Sauce. Plated over creamy Cheddar Grits & topped w Green Onion". As for the food---I found that the salmon was properly prepared with a pink center. The tamari bourbon glaze was a nice accompaniment as it added a touch of sweetness to the dish. I wasn't impressed with the cheddar grits as I found them to be too dense with little to no flavoring. The melted cheddar cheese helped some to add flavor but I would skip ordering this side again. My husband thought that his grits were also too dense with little flavor. The sauce portion was stingy and he used it to dip his shrimp in it. He did appreciate that the shrimp were served with the tails removed and were properly cooked. Taking inflation into consideration, this dinner was reasonably priced at $58 + change before the tip. Service was good as more than one server checked on us to see if all was well. We would consider going again and perhaps trying their burgers and sandwiches.

Quick service, corky vibe, good brunch biscuits and coffee did what it needed to do. Looking…read moreforward to trying the brewery/bar attached to it next

Finally! I had Daybreak on my must-try list, and I decided that today was the day to try it out!…read more My husband and I were a bit unsure since we didn't know it was in the Business Center. When we arrived around 10:30am, there were already a few diners. We chose our meals and headed to the bar, Nectar, to place our order. Even then, we were curious about how good the food would actually be. Then the food arrived. Wow, we were so happy we gave it a shot. The quality of the biscuit sandwich was fantastic. I really appreciated that their biscuit was homemade. It was buttery and blended perfectly with the other ingredients. The only suggestion I have is to make the egg yolk runny, as the biscuit can be a bit dry at times. I can't wait to come back and try other vendors, but I definitely want to return for another biscuit next time!

This bakery has been on my list for quite sometime. Well, I didn't realize it was in the same…read moreshopping center as $7 gyro! It was getting close to their closing so we popped in before we had our late lunch. I'd heard about their famous croissants and breakfast items but they were gone. They did have a nice selection of cookies and desserts. What caught our eye was the bread! Just a f ew items left so we snagged a regular sourdough. Staff was friendly and offered to slice our fresh sourdough bread. It felt so fresh just squeezing it through the bag. They are a small bakery with lots of parking out front. They also sell fresh croutons and other bagged bread.

We've been a number of times and I just realized I hadn't left a review…read more I was turned on to the bakery with a recommendation about their kouign amann. Apparently it's popular, so you either need to go early or luck out. The cream puffs and cookies are great, but I finally got a kouign amann. It's a lovely pastry. The sugar/thin layer of caramel on the top is substantial without being too thick. Just enough to hold and break apart. The laminated dough is nice as well. Not overly buttery, but still light and fluffy.