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.

Good food and great service. Will definitely go there again soon. Nice looking display case of some…read moreof the best selection of any meat you might want to try.

Magnificent. Succulent. Cheesy. Warm. Flavored. Plentiful. Finally, a cheesesteak in this area I'd…read moredrive a few minutes to get again. The vidalia onion peach hot sauce is good, too. Service came with a smile and great attitude. It's a little crowded inside (not with people, it's just a small space), but there's a couple benches outside for you to sit and wait for your food. Can't wait to go back.

What hasn't been said? This place is Top 100 for a reason. They just do everything better! Esp…read more crustaceans and meats and seafood. Bar is packed and restaurant always full. Storm is on top of my pours! They do all of the after thoughts just right too. Try their meaty smoky wings! Tasty! If they had musical acts in the spacious dining area prolly would increase any lulls greatly. Not that they need it. The house band KAT could have its own monthly gigs with its own theme song. Taken from Night Ranger's Sister Christian dig these lyrics. MOTORKATing What's your price for flight You've got him in your sight And driving through the night.... William the local genius...

Motorkat is the latest--and perhaps best--iteration of this beloved Takoma Park restaurant space…read more With an amazing beer selection and a mixologist behind the bar who is truly an artist, it has quickly become a go-to local spot, whether you are sitting at the bar, enjoying the lively patio, or settling into the restaurant itself. The fries are thin, crisp, and addictive. The local oysters arrive beautifully presented on a bed of ice with fresh horseradish and cocktail sauce. I have been known to eat as many as 50 in one sitting--in true Balzacian fashion. Everyone seems to love the ancient-grains salad, and Motorkat also does grilled meats exceptionally well. Great food, inventive drinks, and a fun neighborhood atmosphere: Motorkat gets the formula exactly right.

BurgerFi -- Silver Spring, MD…read more My chicken sliders were so fresh and HOT, which is always a win. The onion rings, however, were the real stars of the show. They were freaking delicious and absolutely HUGE!!! I'm pretty sure one of them could have fit around a tree. I couldn't finish a single ring, let alone the entire boat they came in. The regular fries? Meh. But the sweet potato waffle fries were excellent and definitely the better choice. They also have beer available if you like to wash your burger down with some suds. I went in a different direction and tried the special Orange Creamsicle milkshake. I loved the idea of it, but sadly there wasn't much actual orange flavor happening. I'd probably go with a standard chocolate, strawberry, or vanilla next time. Service was friendly and efficient, and the restaurant itself was perfectly fine. Nothing fancy. it has that Smashburger/Shake Shack kind of vibe. Overall, a solid casual burger stop. And those onion rings? Order them. Just be prepared to feed the leftovers to your entire table.

I was excited to visit BurgerFi in Silver Spring on Friday, September 18, for National Cheeseburger…read moreDay. I'm a longtime BurgerFi fan--I love the burgers, and the chicken tenders are good too--so the buy-one-get-one-for-$1 deal seemed like the perfect opportunity to treat myself. I ordered two burgers around 8:45 p.m. and got home about 9:05. When I started eating the first burger, I encountered what appeared to be gristle or tough pieces in the meat and had to spit out four pieces. I also noticed that the patties seemed thinner than I remembered, which made me wonder if the product had changed. The second burger was even more disappointing. It had been stored properly, but after warming it for 30 seconds in the microwave just to take the chill off, it was extremely dry. I called the restaurant and spoke with Josiah, who told me to bring the burger and my receipt back. I did exactly that. When I arrived, I explained the situation to the assistant manager and asked if I could get chicken tenders instead of another burger because, after that experience, I didn't want another burger. Instead, I was initially told they would make me another cheeseburger. After I said I didn't want one and that I would reach out to corporate, the district manager was contacted and ultimately approved the chicken tenders. I appreciated getting the replacement, but I had to specifically ask for a sauce. What bothered me most, though, was the hassle. I paid for two burgers. When I brought the quality issue to their attention, I was told they would only replace one product. This was a quality issue--not an attempt to get a free meal. Yet I felt questioned and made to feel as though I was trying to get over on the restaurant. I came back in good faith because I was a loyal customer and chose BurgerFi over plenty of other burger options in the area. I shouldn't have had to feel like I was inconveniencing the restaurant by bringing a legitimate quality concern to its attention. I gave BurgerFi an opportunity to address my concerns directly, but seven days later, I'm still bothered by how the situation was handled. I even tried to find a customer-service number today so I could follow up, but couldn't find one. It's been a week, and I'm still bothered by the experience. BurgerFi has my attention now--but for all the wrong reasons. When I bring a quality issue to your attention, I should feel heard and respected--not suspected. Unfortunately, this experience has made me question whether I want to spend my money at BurgerFi again.

About two blocks from the main cross-streets of Downtown Silver Spring. Worth the brief walk to…read morecome for dinner. It was a nice evening and we decided to sit outside. For starters, we got the New England Clam Chowder and an order of Chickpea Fries. New England Clam Chowder - definitely a chowder and not a soup (heavy cream base) with a nice flavor and a healthy amount of clam bits. Chickpea Fries - A nice portion of well prepared fries. Nice crunch on the outside, but moist on the inside. Well seasoned and not oily. Comes with ketchup and an avocado lime ranch, which was ok. It's a huge portion and we took most of it home to enjoy later. Good use of chickpeas. Branzino - This is a whole fish split in half. Pretty easy to remove the bones oneself. The skin was nice and crunchy with the meat inside moist. Well prepared. I'm not a huge fan of dill and I think the seasoning of dill is a bit overdone here. (I'm pretty sure it's dill. Whatever it is, it's too heavy for me and detracts from the meal.). The wild rice side dish is very good. Lobster Roll - Excellent. My partner ordered this and the only comment was that the large was very big and next time they likely would get the small one. Lots of delicious, cold lobster meat. The fries also were excellent. The service overall was very good. Our food was served at an appropriate rate (apps, then main, which seems not to be important at a lot of restaurants these days) and the water service was excellent. Recommend this restaurant. I probably would not get the Branzino again because of the heavy dill seasoning, but there are other items in the menu that look interesting.

My party had a 12:30 reservation. We were seated promptly. Unfortunately, the first thing we…read morenoticed was an overwhelming smell of fish. Seafood restaurant, so to a degree it is understandable, but it was initially off putting. Servers were friendly but not overly efficient. Service was not bad but it also was not great. My mushroom sandwich with garden salad was fine. Like my perception of Silver Spring, it was the stereotypical 3 star meal. Ingredients were fresh. Preparation was adequate but unremarkable. Flavor was ok. Lunch was fine. No one got sick. No one will remember the meal. No one will regret the meal.

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.

Great coffee shop. Came here during the hot cocoa crawl several years ago and enjoyed it.read more

Takoma Bev has become one of our favorite neighborhood spots for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or just…read moremeeting friends for drinks. The avocado toast topped with a perfectly poached egg topped with Japanese black sesame seeds is my go-to order, and the sandwiches are consistently good. Their cocktails are excellent, and the bar side makes a great venue for private parties or larger gatherings. I am apparently in the miniscule minority, but I find the drip coffee a bit too dark and somehow slightly burnt for my taste. Fortunately, they make an outstanding Dirty London Fog and a wonderful London Fog Chai Latte, either of which I'd happily order instead. All manner of alternative "milks" are available as are a pretty decent selection of local beers in their cooler if you are grabbing take out. Be prepared for a wait on weekends--this is one of Takoma Park's most popular brunch destinations. Like many cafés these days, it's a favorite of laptop-wielding remote workers, so tables can be at a premium. In my experience, though, solo diners are often gracious about moving to the communal table when they notice [or more likely are asked polietly if they wouldn't mind moving] a larger group waiting. It's just one more example of the friendly neighborhood atmosphere that keeps people coming back.

I was pleasantly surprised by my experience here. I stumbled across a TikTok that highlighted the…read morefact that their hotdogs can be made vegan so I had to try for myself. Its a cozy spot, perfect to watch a sports game. My server was average, but overall the food came out in a timely manner. I ordered the cowboy dog with a vegan hotdog and I thoroughly enjoyed it! I am typically not a fan of vegan meat, but this tasted like the real thing! The crispy onions were a great touch. My only complaint is that it is a little pricey to not come with fries or tater tots. However, I ordered a side of tots, which were also crispy, fresh, and a great portion! I will definitely be back.

If I could give this place ZERO stars, I absolutely would…read more The general manager's customer service was absolutely disgusting. I come to this establishment at least twice a week, so they know us and see us regularly. Unfortunately, this experience was completely unacceptable. We were served cold food, and the sandwich was literally thrown into the box as if the cook was rushing and didn't care about the quality of the order. To make matters worse, the food was RAW. I explained the entire situation to the general manager and even provided pictures showing exactly what we received. Instead of trying to accommodate us as regular customers, offer a replacement sandwich, provide a food credit, or even genuinely apologize, he repeatedly told us that if we brought the food back, they could do something about it. We had already thrown the food away because it was raw and unsafe to eat. This was the night before, and we had no reason to believe we needed to keep the food after taking pictures and documenting the issue. The fact that I'm a regular customer and was treated this way is extremely disappointing. There was absolutely no effort to make the situation right. I will NEVER eat at this establishment again. Serving customers raw food is a serious health concern, and based on my experience, I believe the local health department should be made aware of what happened. Terrible food. Terrible customer service. Absolutely unacceptable.

This was my second time dining at Copper Canyon & it never disappoints! Stopped in for lunch on a…read morewhim & throughly enjoyed the whole dining experience. Our server Judy was lovely & very attentive. Salad came out within great time as well as our entree's! The table was even tended to by one of the managers, Monica, to make sure we were enjoying everything. She even dropped off our dessert order & told us to come back anytime. We will be sure to!

We had a late lunch before going to the movies…read more Food: we ordered the Berry Bliss nonalcoholic cocktail, rotisserie chicken salad, and firehouse chili. Firehouse chili: it was an appetizer so not a huge portion portion, but what we wanted. Ordered the sliced raw jalapeños and shredded cheddar cheese on the side. It also comes with chopped red onions on top. Very good chili. Would order it again. Rotisserie chicken salad: rotisserie chicken is a signature dish at Copper Canyon Grill. It's wonderful on salad. My photo doesn't do justice to how much chicken was on the salad, which was a lot. The salad was delicious. I ordered the blue cheese dressing and the barbecue sauce on the side. The blue cheese dressing is amazing with chunks of blue cheese in it. This salad is my favorite. Very Bliss cocktail: I was going to order a nonalcoholic beer, but our server, Ash, recommended this cocktail, which I ordered but asked to make it minimally sweet. It was delicious and refreshing containing strawberry, basil, fresh citrus, agave, and soda. and I would order it again. Great recommendation Ash. Service: stellar Service from Ash. Ambience: copper Canyon grills have a steakhouse atmosphere. Low lighting. Not too loud. Wood paneling and stone wall accents. Large inviting bar. We like to eat here.

Continues to be amazing as they grow. They lost the certification and got a less stringent one…read more due to some supplier logistics. However, being less religious now (and not really kosher) I think anything vegetarian is kosher like before. They had a smaller competitor at Solaire Social that sadly closed but this place has remained superior. They have added new items like hot dogs, chili, and tacos (the latter operates under another name). The chili is similiar to Ben's Chili Bowl. I do wish they kept their plant based crab sandwich on the menu permanently as that is our favorite. Service, value, and quality has remained great as the menu has improved and locations have expanded across the entire Northeast Corridor from DC to Boston.

PLNT Burger was an okay burger. Ive recently been into alternative meats so was excited anout…read moretrying PLNT Burger. This one was situation in a whole foods. Im happy that they have a gluten free bun, but unfortunately it wasn't a very sturdy bun and the burger itself was just okay. For the price I was expecting more. The service was great and quick and the ambiance is exactly what you would expect at a whole foods.