This is a new place inside Global Grill Take-Out. Look for the Caribbean food signs, no real…read moresignage for Gnam Gnam, but all the restaurants share the same entrance (carry-out only). We dropped in early on a Sunday to check the place out. We make a point of trying every Burmese restaurant in the MD/VA/PA area, so when this popped up on Google, we had to go. Since it was early, the full menu wasn't available, but we were able to order the Mon Hin Khar (Mohinga (fish soup)) and Gyin Thoke (ginger salad). Portions were generous, broth for the Mohinga tasted clean and traditional, a good amount of fish included. It was on par with the other restaurants we have tried. (Mohinga is one of the traditional dishes of Burma, and as such, people often have their own flavor/variation that they prefer, so we judge it based on what other places in the area might serve). The ginger salad was fresh and delicious. The ingredients were packaged separately in the container. (If you've never had ginger salad before, this might be a bit confusing. Recommend mixing all the ingredients together and letting it sit for a few minutes before eating so the flavors from the oil, ginger, and lime have a chance to meld). All and all, this was a good experience, we met the owner (who is also the chef) and because we had to wait a bit, he gave us some freebies, which he didn't have to do at all (we were fine with the wait). Next time we want to try the other salad and some of the fried rice dishes. Now that we are more familiar with the restaurant and location, we would probably also order ahead online to bypass any waiting. Hope this place will be able to expand in terms of hours and some more traditional Burmese dishes soon.

Mandalay is always wonderful. We have been loyal customers since they arrived in Silver Spring at…read moreleast 20 years ago. We don't live close by any longer, but we keep coming back to this family-owned gem. There is no other food like it in the area. The tastes are exotic for the adventurous, and there is much for the picky eater to choose from, also. Thank you for treating us so well, Mandalay.

A family Burmese restaurant in downtown Silver Spring. It's been there for years, and loved by…read morelocals. We ordered its signature Green Tea Leaf Salad and pork belly in an onion curry. Both were good with mild flavors. The service was friendly and the atmosphere was like a home. It looked kind of old and outdated and I think the restaurant needs an upgrade. I was worried about parking in downtown area but pleasantly surprised to find a public parking lot by the restaurant. That's really cool!

Overall: small spot inside of Lotte, okay food, high prices for the quality…read more The hours on Yelp for this did not match our experience. We tried to go at 9 and 10 on weekends but they were closed. This weekend we got there at 11 on Sunday and they seemed to be just opening. I've been stoked to try this place because I love Burmese food, but it didn't hit for us. Our donuts were soggy. They tasted underdone. The green curry was watery, but spicy. It was a big portion, but almost no chicken. I was most excited for the tea leaf salad, but I think there must have been something that got lost in translation because what we got was most definitely not a tea leaf salad. I was so sad when I opened the take out in the car. It was also slow. We ordered, grocery shopped, and when we came back it still wasn't ready yet.

Summary: had high hopes based on the other recommendations and reviews, but actual experience…read moredisappointingly didn't live up to my expectations. If there was a 3.5 star option, I feel like that would be the most accurate representation here. The place itself is located on the wall of the Lotte in Catonsville and it looks like a small family-run establishment. Service was kind, but admittedly a bit of a language barrier which may have affected some of the ordering process. In total, we ordered the tea leaf salad, a curry dish, seafood noodles, and the asian doughnuts. While I was hoping for fresh, vibrant dishes, my expectations fell a bit short where some of the proteins felt a bit tough and other ingredients felt a bit soggy. The flavor profile was good (one of those places where spicy means spicy), but it did lean a bit on the seafoody/fishy side. I still think it warrants checking out because it's not often that there's Burmese cuisine available.

Came here for date night after hearing so much about this restaurant and it didn't disappoint!…read moreLaotian food is always a hit. We had major indecision because there's SO many things on the menu we wanted to try but ended up getting: Naem khao: 4/5 probably better with the sour pork, but loved how fresh this was. It was a large portion too, so we got kind of full from finishing it before our mains even arrived. Shrimp pad see ew: 5/5 the best pad see ew I've had in the DMV. So much wok fire flavor. You can really taste the caramelization. And the large shrimp were velveted which was made it extra satisfying to eat. Also a good shareable portion size! Muu Som: 4/5 this was super rich and heavy. Would get this again only to share with a larger group. Loved that it came with sticky rice. Mango sticky rice: 4/5 delicious but in my opinion didn't need the ice cream on top (my boyfriend thinks otherwise though). Very large portion as well. The cocktails were a little pricy ($15) for what they were but I did love the tamarind margarita. Just wish it was a larger drink or a smaller price tag. Service was very attentive!

I'm disappointed I haven't ever stopped in here before. I walk by this restaurant regularly and…read morenever thought to check it out. I actually intended to try out the Trini Vybez restaurant next door, but discovered they're closed but their signage is still up. Anyways, I got a seat at the bar for myself and service was great. I was a bit indecisive as the menu is pretty extensive, and I've never eaten Laotian food before. Luckily, it was happy hour, so I was able to sample a couple of their appetizers and their daiquiri which was quite strong. I had the Tam Sum, papaya salad and that was very good with a hint of spice and lime. Then, I also had Chuenh Peek Gai, which was tamarind glazed wings. Omg they were savory and crispy! I loved these. For the entree, the bartender recommended some great options, but I finally settled on Kee Mao, which is flattened rice noodles with stir fry beef and vegetables. It was also a very savory dish, with a sweetness to it. Laotian food is very similar to Thai food and I love Thai food. I will not sleep on this restaurant and will be back soon!!

This restaurant is my happy place. Zen ambiance, If I were ever in a coma, or stuck in some kind of…read morevoid or dream dimension where someone--or my own consciousness--was trying to reach me, and they had to manifest a setting for us to talk in, it would be this restaurant. Staff is so lovely and kind and personal, I dearly miss them when ordering my food To-Go. Order the Burmese Sautéed Noodles- Egg Noodle w/ Chicken, Spicy Level 4.

Love this place! The food came out very hot (a good thing). We had salmon and avocado sushi,…read morecrunchy shrimp with a sweet sauce, Thai pork gad stir fry, chicken and potatoes curry soup, crispy duck, coconut soup with green, red, and orange bell peppers (spicy), for dessert we had fried bananas with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and two small balls of tapioca and coconut milk. The service is fantastic, you must wait for nice hot food. The ambiance was fine too, nice and quiet. The host and staff are very gracious. We'll definitely be back.

12/10 no notes Crab cake and Khua Khao were perfectly spiced…read moreand cooked. Service was attentive and food was prepared pretty quickly overall. If you're undecided, go

Myria was an amazing server with great service and a good attitude! The food was fantastic and the…read moreambience was great as well! 10/10 service

One of a kind in DC metro. Where else can you find…read moreIndonesian food in DMV? The food was absolutely delicious. We got Nasi Kuning, Beef Skewers, an Indonesian fried rice, and a soup dish close to Laksa. I forgot the names of these dishes. The service is unmatched. It felt like family. Very few restaurants give that vibe. If you're looking for something new, 100% try this place.

My friend sent over four restaurant ideas and I was immediately intrigued by Artha Rini Indonesian…read moresince we really don't have a wide variety of Indonesian cuisine in the DMV. The restaurant is small and humble, more similar to a cafe style than full service. There was a server taking our order and bringing the food to us, but we grabbed our own waters and paid at the counter. RICE PLATTER (3 ITEMS) - 15.75 + rendang, grilled chicken, sweet & spicy anchovies and peanut Not a whole lot of "items" but an overwhelming amount of rice. The beef rendang was a bit oily, but flavorful and tender. The grilled chicken was incredibly dry and unappetizing. I loved the sweet & spicy anchovies and peanut, which was perfectly seasoned and crunchy. Overall, disappointed with the lack of protein. In this economy, the pricing was relative affordable with most entrees under $20. My friend got the NASI KUNING, which was only a few bucks more than my rice platter, but it had a lot more food and variety. The turmeric rice was fragrant, like a spiced jasmine-flavored rice. The rice chips she didn't want (that I helped eat) were great.

The Lacha Paratha Burger and the Tawa Chicken are great additions to the already delicious menu…read more However, just keep doing what you guys found the niche for Pakistani street food ~ but don't over expand the menu into something that isn't. Like the introduction of so many rice bowls is probably not part of the same food niche.

Got the 12.99 cha combo deal to-go for lunch and it was worth it. I liked both the smashburger and…read morezinger burger equally. Ample amount of fries.

Elephant Jumps is the best lunch value in the burbs…read more Come before 3pm and for between $12-14, get your choice of their most popular entrees, with a salad and crispy starter (such as spring roll or shrimp toast). There are chicken, shrimp, beef, vegetarian, curry, rice, and noodle options -- something for everybody. Seriously that's the price of a quick serve meal these days, but it's a lovely dining room with table service and fresh, beautiful food. Great place for business or networking meetings!

Seems like they have new management or ownership. Menu changed so of courae price changed as well,…read morebut food still good and servera are nice.

Loved Padaek. The service was friendly and thoughtful. Our server made great suggestions. We…read moreordered all kinds of dishes. The kra prow and the Burmese tea salad stood out the most. Flavors are authentic and the perfect balance of sweet spicy and sour. They also serve delicious cocktails. I had a tamarind cocktail which was to die for.

It's been almost 2 years since I ate there last. Went on a Sat night and surprisingly not busy…read more Guessing the extreme cold made everyone stay home. We got the crunchy rice with sour pork (naem khao thadaeu), pork shoulder (ping), fried catfish (patod), chicken pad thai (kua mee), and warm coconut milky dessert (bua loy). All the dishes were delicious but a bit more salty than Thai. Feels like a lot of fish sauces in all the dishes. The crunchy rice came with lettuce but ours were not the best lettuce. The fried catfish were nicely fried with a perfect coating. Definitely a dish to get. The pork shoulder is another dish to get. Nicely seasoned with sticky rice. Their version of pad thai is uniquely different than Thai. A bit more sweet but the lime makes it better. Wife wanted to try bua loy dessert. It is a warm sweet dessert that balanced out all the salty flavors of the dishes. Something to try as well. Flavor are still the same. The dishes we order were too much for 2 of us. My only complaint was the restaurant smelled like smoke when we walked in. Not the kind where there was a fire in the kitchen but more like someone smoking in the kitchen?