It saddens me to write this because I've been coming to Moreland's for years, but after my Father's…read moreDay experience, I won't be returning. My African American military family arrived at 11:00 a.m. sharp on Father's Day. I mention "military family" because I want to paint an accurate picture: we weren't a loud or unruly group. We were five adults, five well-behaved children, and two infants looking to enjoy brunch together. The restaurant was completely empty. Not "a few open tables" empty--completely empty. No one was even sitting at the bar. When we told the hostess we didn't have a reservation, she went to get a manager. What struck me immediately was how flustered he became the moment he saw our group. He came out red-faced, visibly agitated, and immediately launched into how they were completely booked and there was "no way" he could seat a party of 12. We even asked if we could split into two groups of six and were met with the same response: impossible. We stood there looking at an entirely empty restaurant while being told there was absolutely no way we could be accommodated. The whole interaction was honestly bizarre. Confused, we simply said "okay" and started walking away. As we were already down the sidewalk, a hostess came after us and explained that we could sit on the patio, which was first-come, first-served. We could order through a QR code and have food brought to us. That was completely fine with us. In fact, with children and infants, the patio was arguably a better option anyway. The truth is, by that point we stayed more out of convenience than anything else. Getting five children and two infants back into three separate vehicles and finding another restaurant felt like more of a hassle than it was worth. Looking back, I wish we had simply left. Which raises the obvious question: if the patio was available all along, why wasn't that the manager's response from the beginning? Why did he act as though seating us was impossible instead of simply saying, "Our indoor dining is reserved, but you're welcome to sit outside"? I do not make accusations of racism lightly. However, after reflecting on the experience, I cannot escape the conclusion that race played a role in how my family was treated. The manager's reaction upon seeing our group, his immediate insistence that there was "no way" to seat us despite an empty restaurant, and the fact that available seating existed all along created an experience that felt unmistakably exclusionary. The interaction nagged at me throughout the meal, especially when my children and nieces and nephews started asking, "Why didn't the restaurant want us to eat here? The place is empty?" That's not a conversation I expected to have with children on Father's Day. When we left about 90 minutes later, both the dining room and patio were still far from full. I counted 8 open tables inside and 5 open tables on the patio at 12:30. I understand reservations. I've dined all over the world. But Moreland's is not a Michelin-starred restaurant with a months-long waitlist. It's a neighborhood pub--closer to an upscale Applebee's than fine dining. Yet somehow my family was made to feel unwelcome from the moment we walked through the door. After years of being a customer, that is deeply disappointing.

Excellent food! Excrement service!! Great ambiance! Nice rustic neighborhood bar with a great beer…read moreand bourbon selection!! And again, the food is amazing! This place continues to be our family favorite, every time we have family from out of town we bring them here because everyone loves the food and the atmosphere. Today they were able to accommodate a big group of out of town family at the last minute and did an amazing job!!

Still a nice vibe. I hadn't been in sometime. It wasn't super busy early on a Saturday evening. We…read moremade it for the tail end of happy hour. I love a place with weekend happy hour. The specials were pretty good. I tried the old fashioned and it wasn't bad. We sat outside trying to soak up what little was left of summer. The DJ was good. I do plan to try the igloos this fall/winter.

Nice views. Missed the special elevator so got a hotel guest to key us up. Comfy chairs and seating…read moreon balcony. Didn't try food. Good stop if you are a guest or in the area.

If I'm going to be in Downtown Silver Spring, I'm going to Quarry Tavern House! No questions asked!…read more First of all, this place is actually quite hard to find since it's downstairs, but once you know, you know. I'm not the biggest fan of a dive bar, but I'll truly make an exception for QH... ... and that's because of their vegan wings! I've never had vegan wings like this before and they honestly hit the spot each time. Along with their homemade ranch. I've tried other food items like their grilled cheese and nachos, but I'll definitely always order the vegan wings when I'm here. There's a huge selection of beers and whiskey. I'm not really a fan of either so I usually opt for a seltzer or cider. The happy hour deals are pretty good too honestly!

Still one of our favorite places. My wife and I go every month or two. They recently revamped…read morewith even more new burgers that are amazing that are still discounted on Monday. Still a great beer and spirits selection and the happy hour food special is now fifty cent wings that are a wonderful bargain. Ambiance is very retro but sadly not wheelchair accessible due to being downstairs. The servers are wonderful and most often we have Brenda as our waitress.

Cool spot in Takoma Park that I've wanted to visit for awhile. I'm glad I finally did. Met up with…read moresome friends. Service by Jack and Heather was excellent. Finding metered street parking was easy. Later found out there's a paid parking lot in the back. They're open daily. Olive is a nice mix of Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and American cuisine. The space was much bigger than I initially realized. We sat in the front of the space but there's a bigger bar in the middle and outdoor seating! They have happy hour Monday to Friday, 4 - 7, in addition to daily specials! I tried the samosas and they were delicious! The happy red wine (a merlot) was really good. I got a few glasses. Everyone had a good time! I will definitely be back.

This spot has two entrances -- One from the main street in the front and and one in the back…read moreconnected to a parking lot and the restaurant's patio seating. I came in the front not even knowing that the back area existed. There's a whole other bar, some cool decor and everything. The mezza platter on Mondays is such a steal! Money aside, everything in it is so delicious and worth it. And I love that it is totally vegetarian -- grape leaves usually half before lamb in them, so it was a nice surprise to see that they didn't. I'd be excited to try their $10 burger Tuesdays and other great daily deals. Happy hour is every weekday from Monday to Friday ... And the staff were super friendly and attentive, including the one who just recently started (I think her name was Heather?). I would be delighted to return! Mediterranean + bar food makes for a fun time.

We have meant to visit Macon for a while, and we are so glad we finally did this beautiful weekend!…read more For starters, we had Essies biscuits and onion soup. The biscuits were delicious, but a bit expensive for the size and amount (4 total). The onion soup was perfectly cooked and delicious. It had a nice amount of cheese and bread, great broth, right amount of onions. Drinks were a glass of wine (which was quite overpriced, in our opinion) and cider from Wyndridge which I really enjoyed and will get again upon our return. For dinner we had the rockfish and the braised short rib, and a side of Mac and cheese. The rockfish was cooked very well, with great flavor in the spices and the sauce. However, asparagus or another vegetable, and quinoa added would have rounded out the dish. It was a small portion. The braised short rib was an amazing dish - you didn't even need a knife to slice it. It literally fell apart. The flavor was also excellent. I'll definitely get this again. The biggest disappointment was the Mac and cheese. I didn't think it was that cheesy, and it had an odd spice (maybe red pepper?) that didn't work for me. My boyfriend liked the flavor but agreed it needed more (or even a stronger) cheese. Service was great! Overall, we enjoyed our time and will return.

We've been to this neighborhood restaurant of times and the quality and the service have slipped…read moretremendously. The food portions were small and flavorless. The waitress brought us over a slice of lemon for our drink in her hand, not even on a plate or a dish. And when the server brought over the food, he made us pass the hot dishes across the table ourselves instead of placing it in front of the person who had order the food. Very disappointing and off our list.

I've been to here a few times now, and it's become one of my go-to neighborhood sports bars. It's a…read moregreat spot to catch a game, grab some affordable food, and hang out with friends. They have a solid happy hour, and I've also been for trivia night and music bingo, which are always a fun time. Most recently, we stopped by to watch one of the basketball playoff games. We ordered the grilled cheese, fried shrimp, and the crab nachos to share. It's not trying to be fine dining, but for a sports bar, the food definitely hits the spot - especially with a few drinks. What really keeps me coming back, though, is the friendly bartenders and laid-back atmosphere. It's a reliable local staple, and I'm sure I'll be back again.

Have been to Caddies now a few times and I always enjoy going. The food that I have tried so far…read morehas been very good! Very chill, laidback bar scene and the service is great! Can't wait to go back.

I stopped by SKIPS for happy hour to meet up with a few old friends. I hadn't been in the Chevy…read moreChase area in over five years, so it was great to be back and discover such a fantastic spot. From the moment we walked in, everything was wonderful. The restaurant was spotless, the atmosphere was welcoming, and the service was friendly and attentive. We kept it simple with a couple of ice-cold Miller Lites and an order of the World Cup Nachos (the half order), and they were absolutely delicious. The portion was generous, fresh, and packed with flavor. It was the perfect place to relax, catch up with friends, and enjoy great food and drinks. If you're looking for a clean, welcoming restaurant with excellent service, cold beer, and amazing nachos, SKIPS is definitely worth a visit. I'll definitely be back. Thank you for a great happy hour! #SKIPSRestaurant #ChevyChaseDC #HappyHourDoneRight #SupportLocalRestaurants #BestNachos #ColdBeerGreatTimes

I've gone here many times, without a problem…read more But tonight I was served a smelly hamburger I couldn't eat. I complained to the bartender. It looked bad, and tasted bad. But the bartender that night, a man with a bald head, wouldn't apologize. He claimed that the hamburger was good, and that I had eaten half of it. I showed him that the hamburger was still there, minus a bit or two. He still wouldn't apologize. I could have gotten sick by eating the burger. But this bartender was blamed me. He still charged the full price on the smelly burger. I just paid and left right away. Bad experience.

The ambiance and service are both on point. Room is super unique and warm, nice but not fancy…read more Waitstaff is welcoming and accommodating. Now for the food: we ordered the fish and chips and the cornmeal crusted trout, both were excellent. For the fish and chips, the fish was tender and flavorful, while the batter was rich and crispy. The trout was fantastic as well, the cornmeal crust was well balanced and the fish was fresh. We definitely recommend this place, it's worth the trip uptown!

My dinner at Buck's Fishing and Camping was the best I have had in a long time....by a long shot…read more This is one of the few restaurants in the area where I can truly feel that the kitchen cares about food. And what a joy that is. Although it has been around for decades, Buck's has adapted deftly to our current inflationary environment. Perhaps a luxurious dish like steak au poivre is not longer affordable? Well then, how about Burger Au Poivre? With top quality toppings creatively prepared: grilled oyster mushrooms, gruyere and white cheddar cheese, and grilled vincotta marinated onions. Oh my word. All of it was beautifully plated on a bed of cracked peppercorn sauce. Of course the meat itself was of excellent quality, perfectly cooked to order at medium rare. At $31 it is not cheap, but I think a bargain for a meal that sends you over the moon. An equivalent quality steak would have been exorbitant. We paired it with asparagus tempura (also excellent), a nice bottle of Montepulciano de Abruzzo, and for dessert, apple crisp. I also truly appreciate that the portions are generous. Another thing that has become rare these days. Given the service and unique ambience, this is a special occasion restaurant that is fantastic bang for the "Buck," while also casual enough for date-night any day of the week.