Was looking for somewhere to get a quick bite; after church on Sunday. GPS landed here.. got the…read moreRotisserie chicken with double string beans... OMG.. chicken was seasoned to perfection and the au jus.. untouchable. No pictures because I smashed it! The service was great and the atmosphere was quiet and chill!! Definitely would return!

This was must first time here, but it will not be my last! My friend and I met for dinner and it…read morewas delicious from beginning to end! Our server, Bailey was awesome, super attentive! She allowed us to sample our wine choices, which was quite helpful. I selected the Pinot Grigio, which was light and went well with my entree. We started with the seared sea scallops special and split the house salad. The scallops came with a corn and black bean salsa. The salad comes with cornbread croutons and this adobo dressing...yum! For my meal. I had the grilled rainbow trout with sweet potato fries and sautéed spinach. It was excellent! The fish had a lemon butter sauce. I wasn't going to get dessert, but they had a cherry blossom sorbet. It was a little tart, but oh so beautiful and refreshing! It was definitely a palate cleanser.

Had a great time eating with a big group! They try to be so organized with ordering that they kinda…read morehad to "strictly" follow rules by the book. LOL. Like if they are doing it clock-wise, you can't switch giving orders with the person after you. I thought that was funny because when the orders came, they still had to ask "who's who." Anyway, overall would reco for a mall area. Jambalaya was a hit - white, brown or pasta and the meat was generous. I'd say most servings are pretty generous. Fair kids meal pricing too, with usual crayons and activity paper menu. If the server take nice group picture I would have rated 6! J/k. Only reason it's 4 is because I don't feel the servers have the "right" energy for that day. I would have understand if it was one of them but both of them were almost nonchalant. LOL!

Yard House is an easy win for anyone who wants great drinks, great food, and zero hassle…read more Their cider selection is fantastic--crisp, refreshing, and way better than what most sports‑bar‑style places bother to offer. And the vegan options? Shockingly good. Thanks to the Gardein chick'n plant‑based options, there are actually numerous vegan dishes to choose from--you're not stuck with the sad "token vegan entrée" or piecing together a meal from sides. It's real variety with real flavor. And bonus: they don't cross‑contaminate. The vibe hits that perfect sweet spot between sports bar and local pub--lively, comfortable, and never chaotic. Staff stays on top of everything, too. Drinks refilled, plates cleared, questions answered... they're attentive without hovering. And the table‑side ordering system is killer. It makes the whole experience smoother, faster, and honestly kind of fun. No waiting around, no flagging anyone down--you're in control. Yard House nails the combo of great food, great service, and great atmosphere. It's the kind of place you walk out of thinking, "Yep, we're coming back."

First night in Maryland (mix business and visit family). Stopped by for dinner. About a 15 minute…read morewait which was perfect to browse the menue and beer list. Spent a few years in Germany in the service and this place gave the guesthouse feel. Down in a basement, decorated as such, with tight seating and a fun atmosphere. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Made us feel at home. Ordered potato cakes as an appetizer (no photo, ate them too quickly). Dunked and a Fastentbeer beer were great. Jagarsnitzel and a burst. Both fantastic. Authentic fries and curry ketchup. Even the Spitzer brought back memories. Looks like outdoor seating is available when it gets warmer. Really enjoyed our experience!

Enjoyed the party platter. The latkes were good and enjoyed all the sauces that came with the…read moreplatter. The German beers were also really good. Very casual vibes which we enjoyed and was baby friendly.

Willy's is a small restaurant that has great farm to table food. The food is great! I had the two…read moreegg special with maple sausage. The sausage is amazing! The maple flavor actually bursts out of the sausage. I enjoyed the homemade home fries and the rye toast was excellent. We will be back to Willy's.

I don't write reviews lightly, but what happened at Willy's has crossed every line of safety,…read moreprofessionalism, and basic human decency. My fiancé and I have supported this local spot for years. It used to be a reliable go-to. But over time, something shifted--and now I know exactly what it is: the cook, Laura. On 11/28, I ordered steak and eggs. What I was served was not just unappetizing--it was dangerous. The steak smelled rancid, oozed a grayish liquid, and had visible discoloration. We flagged it immediately. Today, we returned to follow up and were horrified to learn that Laura had been explicitly told not to use those steaks because they were spoiled--and she served them anyway. Let that sink in. Why wasn't the meat discarded? Why did she knowingly serve it? Is she untrained, negligent, or something worse? And more importantly--why is she still employed? This isn't an isolated incident. Months ago, I stopped in for a quick lunch and became violently ill within the hour. I had to pull over to vomit and missed an important business meeting. I suspected something was off then, and from that point on, I would call ahead to make sure Laura wasn't cooking. Recently, I gave her the benefit of the doubt. That was a mistake. There's a level of disregard here that feels personal. When I asked to speak with her after learning about the spoiled meat, the staff refused and smirked like it was a joke. It's not. This could have led to hospitalization--or worse. This is a public health issue. Laura's actions were reckless, and the restaurant's failure to act is inexcusable. I'm mortified, furious, and deeply disappointed. Willy's was once a place I proudly supported. Now, I wouldn't recommend it to anyone. Until there's accountability, I won't be back--and I urge others to think twice before risking their health here.

The food is amazing The customer service is good…read moreThe wait time is about 15mins The parking is ample I came all the way from Fairfax and it was worth the drive!

What a cheesesteak wow! The taste on the meat the goo on the…read morecheese. The bread is OK. The hots ate perfect. I got the large regular cheesesteak comes with onions and cheese. Add lettuce, tomato mayonnaise sauce and a fountain drink came to $22. I've never had a cheesesteak made that fast. I'm talking Jimmy John's speed. I barely sat down and they called my number. This place is pretty much standing room only I'm lazy so I used what table that was there and devoured my sub mess all over my face and everything I do not care that sub is fuego. I will be back

I have visited this establishment 4-5 times in the past year and I am usually pleased with the…read moreexperience, however on my last visit (which was this past Sunday for brunch) several things occurred which I would not typically expect from this restaurant. In fairness, the place was busy but that also is typical on a Sunday around noon. We had a party of 5 and had to wait approximately 20-30 minutes to be seated. We received our coffee and waters however there were no spoons in our napkin of silverware so we had to use knives to stir in the creamer and sugar for the coffee. The waitress also brought a drinking cup full of half-n-half to the table for us to use in our coffee. This made quite a mess since pouring from a drinking cup resulted in drips and spillage onto the table. It was busy so we could not get the attention of anyone to ask for spoons after we realized they were not in the napkins. Jokes of course ensued about whether we were to use our fingers to stir our hot coffee. Later, when our entree's arrived, they had put 2 separate orders onto one plate and even though we requested fruit on the side for our french toast, the fruit was on top of the toast. These were all little, irritating things which combined made the dining experience memorable but for the wrong reasons.

We stopped in at The Grill off Quarterfield Road, and right away the service stood out -- friendly,…read moreattentive, and on point even with the weekend crowd. You can tell people really like this place. Lots of options on the menu. I went with the classic Eggs Benedict, which here comes with an interesting twist -- they add cheddar cheese. That was new to me. My daughter ordered the Belgian waffle with sausage. They didn't ask patty or link, so we rolled the dice -- it came as links, and she wasted no time eating them. The waffle filled her up quickly. Fresh blueberries on top, crispy on the outside, airy on the inside, and sweet in all the right ways. When my Eggs Benedict arrived, it looked a little small at first and the potatoes barely filled the plate. But don't let that fool you. What a flavor. What a presentation. The hollandaise was perfect -- thick enough that it barely dripped off the muffins. Once the creamy yolk broke and mixed into that sauce, it was game over. The cheddar addition actually works, giving the whole dish another layer of richness. This is top-tier classic Benedict. Coffee was solid, the atmosphere cozy, and the pricing surprised me in a good way. My daughter's meal was $5.99, with only a $0.75 upcharge for juice, which is hard to beat these days. Good service, good food, and a comfortable place to sit down and eat. We'll definitely be back!!!

Brunch at Elliott's Craft Kitchen: A Promising Start With a Few Missed Beats…read more.. I recently visited Elliott's Craft Kitchen a fairly new spot that my group of four decided to try out for brunch. We were hoping for a fresh experience, but our visit turned out to be a mixed bag. Ambiance and First Impressions... When we arrived, the restaurant was surprisingly empty, which was a bit of a head-scratcher for brunch time. Even though we could hear staff chatting in the back, it took a good five to eight minutes before anyone came out to seat us. Once we were seated, we noticed the lighting was so dim that we actually had to whip out our phones just to read the menu. Not exactly the cozy brunch vibe we were hoping for. The Food: Hits and Misses... On to the food. We started with the cream of crab soup, which was just okay--nothing to write home about. The Brussels sprouts were a bit of a letdown. They were tiny and mostly just fried leaves rather than the hearty sprouts we expected. So if you're imagining those classic roasted Brussels sprouts, this wasn't it. The chicken and waffles were decent in flavor, although the presentation could have used some polish. The pita bread for the crab dip could have been toasted or something more firm and doesn't taste like it was immediately pulled from a bag. Surprisingly, the star of the meal ended up being something as simple as the French fries. They were really tasty and stood out more than some of the fancier dishes. Service and the Final Stretch... Our server was kind and polite, which we appreciated. But the big hiccup came at the end. Their payment system went down, and we ended up waiting over 30 minutes just to settle the bill. After sitting for about 15 minutes we informed our server that we would like to wait in the lounge area to get more comfortable as I understand.... things happen. Although while we waited for about 20 minutes there were no offers of water or anything to make the wait less awkward (not to mention asking for payment without even presenting a bill). It felt like they were more focused on turning the table than making sure we were okay during the delay. Although maybe it was an awkward start to the morning. I will say our server did her best to work things out with the technology she was given. So, I still provided her a fair tip, not her fault. Value for Money... In terms of pricing, it felt pretty average overall, but there were a few eyebrow-raisers. For instance, the avocado toasted croissant--topped with over-easy eggs, baby spinach, and Grana Padano--was $19, which felt a bit steep for what it was. In comparison, a pork schnitzel dish was around $21. So, while the pricing wasn't outrageous, some items definitely made me pause and question the value. Overall Thoughts... In the end, my experience at Elliott's Craft Kitchen was a bit of a letdown. So I'm surprised by some of the reviews (maybe because it was not dinner). While there were a few highlights (like the fries and a well-made Old Fashioned), the service hiccups and the underwhelming dishes mean I'd probably think twice before going back. Definitely not for brunch but I would really consider Dinner after some more reviews. Hopefully they'll iron out the kinks as they get more established.

Great addition to the restaurant park in Columbia…read more We finally had a rare date night and decided to try this new spot. It was not crowded at 5pm so we were served very quickly. We enjoyed hot wings and bao buns as our appetizer and shared a black and blue burger for our meal. My dark and stormy was a great pick as well. Helpful attentive staff.

Our favorite restaurant. Chef Dan and Donna are wonderful hosts and the food is excellent.read more

What a great place for an elegant dinner or date night. I felt underdressed as I did have on a…read moredress but my 3 year old granddaughter had on shorts and sneakers. Nevertheless we felt VERY WELCOMED. The hostess was friendly and accommodating and Michael, Jason and Sam took great care of us. Michael gave us history; Jason gave is food knowledge and Sam was just an excellent Beverageter. love love love this place. I am a big fan of farm to table. I will be back. Oh also the chef came out to say hello - loved that too. And how could I almost forget the dessert. I had the strawberry cheesecake and I could have eaten 2 more if I didn't stop myself because I had consumed enough calories.

Good low key spot located inside of a hotel near Maryland Live. This spot has great service ,great…read moredrinks and great food. What more can you ask for.... They also have a brunch here, however iv'e never made it on time. The parking garage says free on the wall but It captures a picture of your license plate upon entry. You will get a strange text later that looks like spam--telling you to pay for parking or you will be charged $52 I believe it stated. The ambiance is nice and I've never seen the place filled to the capacity. Everything I've ever tasted here has been very good! Only thing that's a little weird to me is that the restroom is located outside of the restaurant in the hotel lobby. If you're in the area you should stop by, it's located directly across the street from the Wawa after coming off 295.

Came here to meet up with friends while home visiting family for the holidays. We met up at the…read morebar. Plenty of seating at the bar and throughout the restaurant. Parking in the garage was free for 2 hours. I ordered a side of fries. They were very basic. Forgot to take a picture unfortunately. I asked for a Coke Zero but they only have Pepsi products.

Excellent vibes. Nicole is about the best bartender I've ever encountered…read more Had the Chesapeake pizza. Interesting run on crab pizza. Super good but rich. Finance had the French dip and she loved it.

We had been a few times after they opened and were frankly less than wowed. On a whim, we decided…read moreto try Notch 8 again. What a difference. First the craft beers were significantly improved and the partnership with Pepperjacks for food is inspired. While we didn't try the boozy shakes, we will definitely partake next time. Love the friendly staff and the wide roll up doors on a nice evening. It was hopping, but not crazy on a Thursday night.