I recently picked up a small Lemon cake and a Strawberry cake from Morning My Day in Silver Spring…read more I was expecting a decent dessert; I wasn't expecting to be reminded that most other bakeries have been lying to us for years. The first bite was a bit of a shock to the system. It's one of those rare "Ratatouille moments" where a flavor profile manages to bridge the gap between Maryland and the legendary sponge cakes of Phoenix Bakery in LA. It's a bit of a trick, really--making something taste like a childhood memory without being cloying about it. The Breakdown: * The Sponge: It's exceptionally light. Biting into it is less like eating a dense dessert and more like biting into a sweetened, high-end pillow. It's airy, delicate, and possesses the kind of structural integrity that only a professional (or a wizard) could manage. * The Icing: A triumph of restraint. Instead of the usual sugary plaster one finds elsewhere, this is a light, white cream. It's sweet enough to let you know it's there, but it doesn't try to dominate the conversation. It's icing with a bit of dignity. * The Verdict: This is how cake ought to be. It's exquisite, technically brilliant, and far too easy to eat in a single sitting. If you appreciate a dessert that relies on craft rather than a massive dose of corn syrup, do yourself a favor and stop by. It's a legit bit of baking excellence right here in Silver Spring

I came on a Saturday around 3:00. Easy metered parking (not free on Saturdays) directly across the…read morestreet. There were still ample baked goods at this time. There are only two tables inside. Both were taken, but fortunately for me the two guys at the one table were leaving as I was placing my order. The two young ladies at the other table were very loud and animated when they were speaking to each other, so that was a bit annoying. Then six or seven people came in to order and he got pretty crowded in that small space. I loved my purple yam pasty. It was soft and fresh. I just wonder why my taro milk tea wasn't purple like the other one posted here. It was just OK; the tapioca bubbles were all clunked together. I had to get a straw to separate them. I will definitely return for takeout or maybe stay if nobody else is there and it's quiet

I surprised to see how busy this cafe was late Monday night! Granted is is Labor Day and I think a…read morelot of people were here to have one more celebratory dinner before heading back to work tomorrow. I ordered the smoked salmon platter which included french fries. I also asked for a canned Canada Dry to go with the meal. My boyfriend ordered the grilled chicken sandwich platter. The food was outstanding. This place is somewhat less of a bakery and more like a full scale restaurant. It's not really a cafe in the sense that people come for coffee and hang out. The ambiance is also top notch!

Finally checked out this place after seeing the sign about to open a year or so ago... and then…read moreforgot all about it until I saw IG post. Beautiful ample dining inside and plenty of spaces outdoor as well. I did order mine to go, got pistachio latte and mango mousse, but ended up sitting outside to enjoy a little bit of relax moment. Delicious latte and dessert. The mango mousse dessert isn't like what I'm used to, not as soft but more dense and put together but still equally delicious! Would definitely revisit and dine in next time. Parking available on the street if you're lucky, but it's located right by the garage using park mobile!

I stopped in after happy hour nearby. I've been meaning to check this place out for such a long…read moretime. I wanted a pastry for breakfast the next day. They were pretty much sold out of pastries, but had muffins, so why not. I got two. A morning glory, and cinnamon bun (not sure if this was their actual names; I couldn't read the place card. The morning glory muffin was phenomenal. It was so moist. I was actually full after eating it. The following day I ate the cinnamon one which was OK I know by now. It was a day old, but it didn't have as much flavor as the first one and the walnuts were sort of sunken to the bottom of the muffin. It still tasty, but I recommend the first one which I've included a photograph of. Come in after 4:00, and it's Buy One, Get One Free!

I'll at least give one star because it's a very cute coffee shop but I'll probably never go here…read moreagain. I ordered an iced coffee drink and a double espresso for me and my friend. When I saw that the cashier rung me up for an espresso con panna I asked her if that was just a double espresso or something else (knowing full well it was something else). She then asked me if I wanted one or two double espressos and I just said one, and she said that's what the espresso con panna is and still charged me for it. In my mind I'm thinking maybe they just ring it up as same thing. As soon as I paid, the cashier turned to the guy making drinks and asked what espresso con panna meant and he said it meant with the cream but they were out of cream. The woman just walked off and neither of them acknowledged that I had been charged more money for the wrong thing. So I basically got charged more money for the thing I was trying to order. I realize it wasn't a big difference in the cost but just put a bad taste in my mouth.

I don't live in Silver Spring, however, I do feel like this place a cozy neighborhood spot. I wish…read moreI had taken a picture of the interior and the patio area. I've been here twice and the food delivers each time! This time I had the pear beet salad and it was a 10/10! Do recommend it! And, the service is friendly and inviting! The salad is was light, yet filling, and the beets were delicious! The dressing isn't over bearing and the almonds gave it a nice crunch.

Service from the new staff at the takeout section is a noticeable improvement. She actually smiles…read moreand gets the order right. The chocolate rugelach was way too doughy and dry. The key lime pie is still hands down the winner but it is a rather small portion for almost $10.

Stopped by around 10:30 AM today. We originally came for Thai food, but learned it opens at 11 AM…read morevia the shop next door. The staff was so sweet and let us wait inside without ordering, but we wanted to try their treats anyway. Best decision ever My husband loved his French toast, and my condensed milk egg Roti was super delicious. The place is cozy with great private seating spots. The staff was lovely and even tried speaking a bit of Thai with a warm "Sawatdee"

tasty espresso drinks and teas. strawberry shortcake was…read morevery delicious, so was the croissants, my fav was the one with almonds. service was fast with high accuracy. restroom on site. shop was intimate, clean and cozy. pricing was not bad at all. street parkings or nearby garage parking with a short walk. 5/5 stars, and will return. highly recommend by foodies from @WineDinenVacay

I recently went to Koma with a friend and had a lovely Sunday brunch. Koma is in a small strip of…read morestores adjacent to Washington Adventist University. When we arrived, there were a few spaces available in their small parking lot, so we had no trouble parking. The shop is charming. They sell a few select beers and wines so it was fun to peruse them as we waited on line to order. Their menu is on boards behind the counter and they also have paper menus, which is helpful to those of us who need glasses! The staff was super friendly and helpful since I hadn't been there before. A+ to them for offering their coffee/espresso drinks in decaf! I had a vanilla latte and it had a deep, rich flavor. One of the best I've had in the area. For food, my friend had the bagel and lox and it was huge! She had to take half home. I had the garlic Boursin eggs. It was a nice pile of delicately cooked eggs, but I wished there was more garlic Boursin flavor. Still really good. It came with salad greens in a light vinaigrette, sauteed mushrooms, and avocado. Very nice dish. They have a serve-yourself water station and, though they bring out your order to your table, you must go get your cutlery and napkins. They have a nice number of tables for a small place and we were lucky to snag one. Overall, a really nice experience and I plan to go back with my husband next time.

Once again, five star meal at Koma - this time for breakfast. Can you beat this divinely presented…read moresmoked salmon platter? The brilliant jade of the avocado? I mean..... I also had the Green Machine smoothie, which surprised me with little bits of crystallized ginger, each one delivering a lovely pop of flavor. We sat outside at the picnic tables on a beautiful spring morning, and even though I rarely emerge for breakfast, I can't deny that it was worth the early excursion.

I drove here in a thunderstorm that's how much I wanted to try Fancy Cakes, and get my sweet tooth…read morefix. Luckily for me, the thunder subsided, and it was barely raining when I got to the front door (with a parking spot just for me!). I got a slice of Biscoff cake , and lucky for me I only had a two mile drive to wait to dig in with a cup of hot tea. It was delicious! It was very moist and flavorful. I also got a slice of lemon bread for breakfast tomorrow, and a strawberry cake for later. I cannot wait to try my other treats. I'm sure they will be just as delicious as the Biscoff cake. Met the owner who was very cordial. The business next door (connecting) belongs to a family member.

Customer service and cakes are delicious…read more This is quite a gem in the neighborhood. I recently tried the black forest cake and pound cake and enjoyed both. It was not too sweet either. I look forward to coming back and trying other desserts. You can order a whole cake or dessert by the slice.

Great coffee right by the metro. Plus they're open at 7 every weekday with free wifi and lots of…read morespace to sit and work.

Cafe X-press is an easy deli for a quick bite to eat. I stopped by Cafe X-press to grab a small…read morebreakfast, which was a bacon, egg, cheese sandwich and a cup of regular coffee. Overall, I thought my sandwich was fine. The deli has a nice variety of various breakfast and lunch sandwiches, so everyone should find something that they should like. The total for my meal was about $11 with tip, so I guess the prices were not too bad. Although the cafe is kind of small, it has a few tables so customers can consume their food on-site, but I think most folks grab their food and go. I thought the gentleman that took my order was pretty nice. He seemed pretty approachable because he knew quite a few customers by their first names. While I would not go out of my way to get a bite from Cafe X-press, I think it's a decent spot for folks who work and/or live within a few blocks of the deli.

Maybe I ordered the wrong thing. This sandwich that I purchased, was the absolute WORST Pastrami &…read moreCorned Beef I have EVER eaten. It's called "The Manhattan." It's a combo. No only was the meat sparse, but extremely unappealing. I'm from NYC. Maybe my expectations were too high. All I know, is that I will NEVER, step foot into this place again. I do not recommend.

For a quick, light, Monday lunch, I stopped by PJ's. I expected the usual cafe fare of simple…read moresandwiches. To my pleasant surprise, I found cubanos ($7.99) available, which I promptly ordered along with a large drip coffee ($3.15). I didn't plan on dessert, but the beignets ($4.15) convinced me otherwise. Since the number of patrons inside numbered one (myself), I received my order within 5 minutes. Both the Cubano and beignets arrived piping hot (need to wrap a few napkins level of hot). The Cubano's ciabatta proved quite fluffy. The pickles did not seem too tangy. The beignets (3 per order) also proved incredibly fluffy. I knocked off some of the powdered sugar as I don't like too much sweetness. Overall, it possessed my preferred balance of slight bready savoriness accented with, but not overpowered with, sweetness. For an ad-hoc coffee and light lunch stop, it proved quite exceptional. I would most certainly return, especially for those beignets.

With a convenient location in downtown silver spring, PJ's is a fun easy place to grab a coffee and…read morea treat. Outside and inside seating and a friendly staff. It is New Orleans themed and right now during Mardi Gras season is a great time to pay them a visit since they have extended hours and special festive flavors. I try a different flavor coffee drink each time and you can't go wrong. Don't forget the beignets!