The food here is always deliciously fresh and and done with care, I have never had a bad meal here. The atmosphere can be very noisy but it is manageable, they do play a weird mix of music sometimes so be prepared: D The service however can often be inattentive and food timing can be inconsistent. All in all a good brunch experience in the Germantown/Gaithersburg area! read more

Barking Mad Cafe - Buenos Rancheros - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

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Very solid place! Stopped in while waiting for my mom to be done with a nearby appointment and was not disappointed. There is counter service and the food and drink came out quickly. The interior has plenty of seating and was very cozy with lots of natural light. The breakfast bowl I had was delicious and the latte was good! I felt the price point was a bit expensive but not enough to discourage me from returning. read more

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Barking Mad is a great place to stop by for coffee or a nice lunch. There's plenty of seating, both inside and out. Parking is easy, too. In the morning you can grab coffee from the cafe section and find a seat. Or, you can wait until 11 for lunch. I've visited with a large group (8 people) a few times, both in the morning and afternoon. Service in the afternoon is always great. They have fantastic drink options (and alcohol, if you like), and great food options, too. There are enough vegetarian options to keep me happy. The veggie tacos are among my favorites. Oh, if you dine in and choose the large option for coffee beverage, you will not be disappointed by the size! read more

Barking Mad Cafe - veggie tacos - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

Ordered delivery a couple times recently and it always hits the spot! Solid burgers, pizzas and salads. Not pictured the bang bang shrimp--great flavors. read more

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For starters, we were able to find parking right outside of the place on a Saturday! It looked pretty packed when we entered, but had reservations and was seated right away. Now - the place is cute from the inside but this is one the places where maybe more was invested in aesthetics than food. Our drinks - the cappuccino and freshly squeezed orange juice were the best things of this meal. We ordered the crab cake Benedict and chicken and waffles. It seemed like almost everything must have been premade/prepackaged/frozen. Chicken and waffles were dry. Also if you have crab cakes on your menu in MARYLAND - there is an expectation set. These definitely came out a box. In all, I probably wouldn't come here again unless I need a coffee. Recommend you looking elsewhere if you want GOOD brunch food. The service was okay too no compliments but also didn't feel super attended. read more

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The food was okay, but the crab cakes were a little too over-fried. I also wasn't informed that my eggs would come as a sandwich. I only finished my meal because I was really hungry. The iced coffee was very bad, and the wait time was unacceptable. I ordered a sangria that took about 15-20 minutes to arrive by the time it came out, I had already finished eating. I mentioned to the manager, Jason, that the drink didn't taste good, and he kindly took it off the bill. Maybe they were just busy that day, but overall, I felt like the service could've been better read more

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Hey friends! I met up with family here for a birthday brunch. I've been here a few times before so I was excited to return. I've only been here for brunch. Barking Mad offers typical American-fare brunch. I was disappointed to see that their brunch menu shrunk since my last visit. One of my favorites was their breakfast pizza, which they no longer offer. I decided on the chicken and waffles ($18). I won't decide on it again. Chicken was juicy but the skin was undercooked, appeared to be reheated. The waffle was bland and tough. Service was fast and friendly. Restrooms were clean and stocked. Parking is limited, free 2-hour street parking is available. Prices are average. I was disappointed that a favorite restaurant of mine went downhill. Hopefully it was just an off day. Hope you enjoy! With love, The Picky Pescatarian read more

Barking Mad Cafe - Chicken and waffles - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

Have to Barking Mad a few times and never managed to write a review. I have been a repeat customer. It offers American fare and do it fairly well. It has an appealing location where there is a nice square with live music in the summer months - perfect to enjoy a pre or post meal entertainment in a less crowded environment. This most recent visit, our party enjoyed chicken Parm, steak, salmon bowl and wood fired pizza. Service was good, parking was easy. It has ample indoor and patio seatings for a relaxing summer meal. read more

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Used to come here often for coffee unfortunately their prices went from 5.95 to almost $9. Can't justify that price for a latte.

I came here for a brunch date and we were seated outside so I did not get to see the inside. It was cold and windy and the table was not clean which made the dining experience unfavorable. Everything was just blowing off the table. I ordered a mimosa and the crab cake Benedict which was just okay. Based on my review combined with my friend's review, I probably will not be returning. read more

Barking Mad Cafe - Mimosa - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

Great spot for brunch, coffee, and drinks! Recommend the huevos rancheros, had great balance of flavor and spice! Highly recommend the Clark Classic and the Shaken Espresso for coffees: both are sweet and delicious! read more

Barking Mad Cafe - Chicken and waffles Huevos rancheros - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

Yay! My first review of 2025. This review is based around the service. I arrived shortly after their breakfast time, so my review is referring to the lunch menu. The menu had great options. I ended up starting off with their Clark classic, which is a coffee, it was good! It was hard for me to decide what to order because I really wanted breakfast food but once I finally figured out what I wanted (mind you this didn't take long to do) I was going to order their BLT sandwich, but unfortunately I never got a chance to, which leads me to the service. The service was so slow like extremely slow! I initially wasn't ready to order but not checking in for longer than 20mins is insane to me. What was also interesting about all this is the waitress kept on walking past me without saying anything to me....like very weird behavior, it made me uncomfortable which is disappointing because I took time out of my busy day to come here. After being ignored for about 20minutes the waitress finally acknowledged me and asked me if I was ready now... like what... no I no longer want to eat here. I told her I no longer felt comfortable eating here and explained why I felt that way, she then tried to gaslight me about how she didn't know if I wanted to eat here or not because I didn't know what I wanted to order.... like why was that even an assumption. As she continued justifying why she ignored me for 20 minutes she made it very clear she had a slew of "assumptions about me" this was so wild to me. So aside from the service the atmosphere was cozy to me. The only thing that was throwing me off was the Christmas music playing and they still had all the Christmas decor up. The interior decor was lovely I loved the tiles and textiles patterns throughout, definitely added a nice artistic touch. Overall I am so sad about this experience because I was really excited to come here and try their food. read more

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11.15.24 Food: -Super Bowl: Very good especially the crispy tofu, but I should have asked for more sauce. -Affogato Al Caffe Gelato - I would have liked it to be a thicker consistency and sweeter. -Belgian Chocolate Pudding: Loved this especially with the salted caramel. This was my favorite of everything I had. -Margherita Pizza - It was a bit bland and I would have wanted more cheese and sauce. I should have asked and added salt, black and crushed pepper. Ambiance: Modern and elegant especially the restroom. I loved the wallpaper with roses on it. Service: Our server was personable and friendly. The server who brought our food out could have been more attentive. I asked for small plates and a spoon, but apparently he must have not heard me so I had to go up and request it. Two staff members did come around to fill my water even though it was still full. Other helpful info: -Located in Spectrum. -They have happy hour. -There is a bar in the back. -Communal patio is available in the center. -Street parking is available to the side of the restaurant. read more

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The inside is cute but very vanilla when it comes to decor. Playing it safe with simple and unoriginal. But the menu really shined. It was hard decing what to try and I'm convinced I'll have to come back. I should withhold my judgement until after we get our meal though. What we got: Crispy cauliflower with spicy avocado - 4* the crispy cauliflower was delightful! I didn't think the spicy avocado was all that spicy. I also wished there was more of it. By the time we were eating the 5th & 6th of the 8 bites we were out. Lomo Saltado - 3* at first taste I liked it. The meat seemed marinated in soy sauce. I liked the onions too. But on second taste it had lost its appeal. Especially compared to the pizza it didn't have a chance. My partner, on the other hand, regretted this choice pretty quick. Didn't like the rice, thought the meat was overcooked, and didn't like the sauce. We both agreed the fries weren't anything special. Pancetta + Fig pizza - 5* hands down delicious. I would order this again and again and again. There were occasionally bites where the sauce was on the salty side but mostly this piece just delighted all of my taste buds. Arugula is the perfect pizza topper and the sweet fig jam paired so well with the pancetta and cheese. Try it! read more

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My daughter and I went to have brunch. I did not have reservations, but we were seated quickly. The atmosphere is beautiful. They have seats inside and outside. We decided to stay inside because it was hot. We went ahead and ordered cucumber juice. My daughter likes The classic breakfast sandwich. I had the all American, The food was delicious. We ate it all up the waiter kept coming back just to check in on us, which was great. I've been coming to Barking Mad café for a couple of years now and I recommended to all my friends and family. read more

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Found this little spot on a whim. The food selection is simple and good. The staff is attentive and food came out quick. read more

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Excellent chicken and waffles! They are pricey and often crowded but I've been there twice and thoroughly enjoyed the food and atmosphere both times. read more

Barking Mad Cafe - Excellent place to sit around and visit with friends over excellent food. They're mimosas aren't so bad either! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

GAITHERSBURG, MD 20879 / AMERICAN / 07-06-24 / BRUNCH, Party of 6 +Customer service was okay. -The Chicken and Waffles was a disappointment; the chicken looked like two filets from a bag of Tyson or Perdue. -The coffee was a little watered down. -The little ones enjoyed their pancakes. -A bit noisy. -Limited parking, but luckily it wasn't too busy. read more

Barking Mad Cafe - Menu as of 07-06-24 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

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This is our go-to brunch spot. I love the area and the ambiance of the location. I especially enjoy their breakfast burrito and their coffee selection. Never had any issue. read more

(4) ~ very good dinner & service. Note: They do take online reservations & they have both indoor & outdoor seating. Parking Lot across the street plus free street parking. DRINKS: ** Water (tap) = (4) very good, must be filtered;) ** Coffee = (4) very good FOOD: ** Belgian Chocolate Pudding = (4.25) Very good ** Panna Cotta = (4.15) Very good ** Watermelon Super Salad = (4) very tasty ** The Gaithersburg Pizza = (4) very good crust read more

We went there on a Wednesday afternoon around 3:45 not realizing that the restaurant closes at 4. The place was empty but they did seat us. We ordered and the food was good. However as we were sitting there the manager? started vacuuming near us. If they were so anxious to ccleam up and close they should not have seated us in the first place. read more

My first experience with Barking Mad makes me happy. This is a trendy cute clever place. It's counter service with a large dining area that is bright and comfortable. It's got a hipness to it that makes you feel relaxed while staying focused on amping up for your day. The young lady behind the counter was fast friendly and efficient. Anna is an attribute to this place. Her service skills are impeccable. The menu is uncluttered and covers all your basic breakfast needs. I got the breakfast burrito with chorizo and it was not bad. It was small and obviously premade since it wasn't hot, more like room temperature but I ate it and enjoyed it. The coffee is banging!!! I'm grabbing a piece of banana bread for the road. read more

Barking Mad Cafe - The breakfast burrito is on the small side. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

We have tried to give this place a second and third chance but unfortunately we were again disappointed - We ordered the Chicken Sandwich and Mushroom ravioli for the meals and Spinach artichoke as an app. The sandwich was okay - nothing special but the fries that came with it tasted like they were cooked or reheated in old cooking oil. The Ravioli was the same - tasted like they were frozen. The Spinach Artichoke was very bland. The worst part of the whole experience was the disorganized and lack of service overall. We were very patient but they just seem to avoid or not really look at us. They served us with dirty glasses and cutlery, which just turned us off on the place. They do serve coffee and its okay, again nothing special. it used to be better, and the bread were better as well but now its burnt and the taste is way different. There is a Starbucks right across the street, might as well just go there. sorry, not coming back nor recommending this place. read more

Barking Mad Cafe - There were lipstick marks on my glass of water they didn't clean the cups - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

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Brunch---we had an 11 am reservation due to rain they weren't using their outside seating, And they had not reserved a table- The weather cleared and the owner agreed to open up the outside-, it worked out very well since it was extremely noisy inside and it was peaceful outside- Our server Vincent handled being inside and out very well. He was attentive nd we got our coffees and mimosas quickly, Food was excellent. We got huevos ranchero, avocado toast and scrambled egg & sausage flatbread. The eggs on the avocado toast were perfectly poached- The crust of the flatbread was the best we've had in the DMV. The only improvement might be if the scrambled eggs were incorporated into flatbread during cooking rather than added on. They were able to switch the red sauce on the flatbread for white sauce without hesitation. We had a wonderful brunch, read more

Sunday 5/19/2024 I had always known of this brunch spot but didn't decide to go until my friend recommended it. I spent $40.28 on takeout and got the chicken & waffles (buttermilk waffle with syrup & spicy bourbon sauce) $17, French toast $13, and beignets $8. - Chicken & waffles * this was the best item I had but even then it was just decent. Personally, The taste and size of the food isn't justified by the price point at all. * I never got the spicy bourbon sauce I ordered. - French toast * below average and overpriced. The French toast reminded me of hotel or buffet French toast which isn't a good sign. * paying $13 for below average French toast and mixed fruit isn't worth it at all. You're much better off going to BLT grill for better taste & value. - beignets * these were okay at best and the creamy sauce they give you didn't really do much for me. * the beignets looked pretty filling based on appearance but that's just cause it has a lot more air than I would've expected. In short, the brunch was overpriced, average, and left me unimpressed & disappointed. read more

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I'm sad to be across the country from this spot. They have some great menu selections when it comes to coffee. Their specials during each season are different from anywhere else. Never have I ever had a coffee with actually toasted marshmallows instead of just flavored syrup.. and I didn't cost a million dollars. A win is a win. We stopped in during the last hour of being open and the obvious cleaning in the main restaurant was slightly off putting but I was just happy to be served some great coffee. read more

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What a lovely surprise!! Friend and I were running errands in the area and decided to make a stop for brunch. Looked at Yelp and found Barking Mad Cafe just a few minutes down the street so away we went. We got there around 10:30 AM and it was already pretty packed! Luckily, they have a bunch of seats so we only had a 10-minute wait. I ordered the Crab Cake Benedict which hit the spot. The crab cakes were solid and the eggs cooked just the right amount. The muffin was a bit overdone and hard, which make it difficult to cut up, but all in all it was a nice surprise, especially given the seemingly random location. Service was friendly and decently fast considering how busy they were. Parking can be a bit of a pain but if you drive around you should be able to find a spot. Super glad we discovered Barking Mad Cafe and can't wait to come back! read more

Barking Mad Cafe - Crab Cake Benedict - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

This is one of the first restaurants my husband and I have revisited since moving to the DMV. We enjoy ourselves a brunch with bottomless mimosas (warning: they're strong IMO). This place can get very busy, so I'd advise you make a reservation. However, service is quick and the employees are kind. The modern decor and busy ambiance create a positive and fun vibe, especially on a warm, sunny day. We have enjoyed the ranchito plate, but I do wish there was more meat to beans ratio. The potatoes were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Paired with a runny egg yolk...I'm salivating just thinking of it. The cheese pizza was tasty for a cheese pizza, probably because of the thin, buttery, and crispy crust which complimented the sharpness of the cheese. We'd never had beignets and these were good, but the sauce that comes on the side makes the dish. It's a creamy, citrusy, and sweet that I wish I could buy separately. On a separate occasion, we had the eggs Benedict and French toast. The eggs were perfection. I can't speak to the French toast because I modified it too much, but it was cooked well crispy on the outside and soft and warm on the inside, and not overly sweet. read more

Barking Mad Cafe - Rancherito, pizza, beignets - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

Finally got around to trying this neighborhood favorite and it did not disappoint! We went around 11am on a Sunday and were seated pretty quickly. They have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, as well as a to-go coffee bar at the front of the restaurant. The service was very prompt, and I was surprised at how quickly they got our food out! I had the huevos rancheros which was 4/5, and my husband had the crab cake eggs Benedict, 4/5. We also ordered the beignets which were very soft and fluffy, with a delicious orange infused dipping sauce. Probably wouldn't get them again though since they were basically just fried dough lol, but that's on me for not knowing what a beignet was. Overall we spent a very enjoyable, sunny Sunday morning here and can't wait to come back! PS - The Clark Coffee was also fab! read more

Barking Mad Cafe - Huevos rancheros and crab benedict - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

When we walked up there were people waiting outside for a table so we knew we chose a food spot. We did not have a restaurant reservation but were sat within 10minutes. Service- everyone we interacted with was friendly and helpful. Shoutout to our server David and Host/manager Jojo. Y'all really made our meal special. Vibes- the inside decor is pretty. The restaurant and decor don't quite match but it was super cute. Nice mix of high and low tops, booths, etc. lots of talking abc laughing and organized chaos. Food/drinks- the tea beverage with the lavender was lovely. We also got the American breakfast, breakfast sandwich, and crab cake Benedict. All a good portion size and flavorful. read more

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Ugh, hate to write a negative review, but boy were we disappointed. 2 adults, 3 kids. First off, its Maple FLAVORED syrup, not real maple syrup. Really bothers me when ppl try to sell off real maple syrup. My 10 yr old, who eats any pancake, didnt even eat half of this one. Beignets, flavorless. Benedicts, blah. The hollandaise tastes like it came from a box. The carnitas were overwhelmingly sweet. Breakfast potatoes had no flavor. Only saving grace was good latte and being seated quickly. Unfortunately, wont be back. read more

Of course they have the best happy hours and location is very convenient also I like the fact this place is clean.

A very nice spot for coffee in Gaithersburg! The decor is hip and welcoming and the space is full of natural light. My friend enjoyed his cappuccino so much, he got two of them! I especially appreciated their tasty selection of baked goods-- the banana bread and pumpkin bread were standouts. Staff were kind and efficient. They also had flatbread pizzas that looked good. Will give them a try on my next visit@ read more

Great brunch spot! Walking distance to our hotel, friendly servers. The food was really good. Good ambiance, not too loud. Good coffee too. Will definitely recommend. read more

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Not the best place to eat brunch at. It is overpriced for the size and quality of the food. The menu doesn't have a lot of variety. Service was good and ambiance too. read more

I make it a goal to support small and local businesses not only because by doing so. We keep the money in our local communities but also because the service and the quality of the food is higher. That was not the case at this cafe. I placed my order and let the lady know that I would be sitting nearby. A couple of minutes passed and my order did not come. There was only one other customer who came in and placed an order after I placed mine. I came back to the counter and stood there for a moment. The woman greeted me like she has never seen me before although she had just taken my order. I stand there at the area where you pick up your order. She says nothing. I say nothing. I finally ask if this is my order and she looks at the label and asked if my name is George. I respond "yes". I receive my mediocre lukewarm latte. I sit. I seethe. I write. I leave never to return to this place. With much better tasting coffee available from other local options just a mile away (La Poteria), I can not recommend this cafe at all. Update (response to management): It seems that I wasn't clear in my review. My complaint was never about how much time it took to get my latte. That was fine. It was the service itself and the handling of my order/delivery of my order. read more

Barking Mad Cafe - Lukewarm mediocre latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

Been there twice food and price was good a nice place to sit and eat , they are very pleasant and easy to deal within

Solid spot overall. I have been here a couple of times and I'll be back again. The food is good for the most part. The Lomo Saltado hit the spot. The burger is delicious and so are the fries. Only downside is it's a smaller patty. The Super Bowl with Tofu was just okay. It had a good spread of veggies and the sauce had a good kick, but it was dry overall on the day I tasted it. Still, something I may still try again. Right when you walk in is more for ordering coffee and sitting and chilling. To the left is the hostess stand where you can get seated for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Dine-in seating is just past the little divider. I liked the mixed use of the space. There is outdoor seating as well. Service has been good during each visit. Worth checking out! read more

Came here for lunch with a coworker recently, and it was an amazing experience. To highlight the key things: 1) Parking is convenient, there is a parking lot right across from the entrance of the restaurant - and if all the spots are taken there is available street parking. 2) The customer service! The manager would walk around and ask how we're all enjoying our meal, and he was extremely friendly. The waiter was wonderful too - he admitted that that day was his 2nd day working at the restaurant, and my coworker and I commended him because he did a great job accommodating to our needs. 3) Meals: I got the chicken flat bread as an appetizer and the taco option as the meal (forgot to take pictures :-/) and they were super delicious but light on the stomach and not too heavy which was great. 4) Decor: I thought that the decor was well laid out, they have a wonderful open kitchen concept where customers can see the staff preparing food and so on. Outside they also have an expansive outdoor seating and you have the option to reserve specially for outdoor seating. read more

Barking Mad Cafe - Chamomile Tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

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Good food and good service. Street parking and nice area. Family friendly. You can find children books at the entrance.