Came here Sunday after church. I ordered a watermelon margarita and it was AMAZING! For my meal I…read moreordered crab and shrimp pasta and it was very good! The noodles needed a little salt but overall very good. I was so hungry I forgot to take a picture I will say since it's a rather small place the wait times can be long so it might be best to make reservations.

My Son took me out for a surprise lunch at what we both previously deemed 1 of our favorite places…read moreto order "take out" from; where we've left our colleagues drooling over our delightful orders which would fill the clinic with tasty aromas upon its arrival! We'd never experienced in-person the yumminess & what a treat I was looking forward to incur. At this location, access is available for the persons w/disabilities as there is an elevator or the stairs - I often think this is poignant in reviews as it's often missed. We were greeted as soon as stepping off the elevator with great sounds from chatter from a private party, a live DJ (who was doing his thing - a vibe setter), a cheerful hostess & immediately after being seated by a bubbly server who made some wonderful recommendations. The decor is a space where one feels as BELONGING, with culture of art available for purchase. The restaurant has outdoor seating & private areas for availability, a full scale bar & allow me to say this - the bartender was on point with our drinks of the biscotti espresso martini (my selection) & cherry blossom lychee margarita (my son's selection), we had our choices of water & sparkling water. Where things went left & downhill from there was the venue's central air was broken, so there was a household isolating fan w/in a foot of our table which would blow our table contents about & did absolutely nothing for the cooling of the atmosphere! Our appetizer was the Honey Old Bay w/ Goddess sauce 6 Jumbo sticky wings, however they were half cooked in the manner of tough to bite off the bone. Next, our entrees were pieced out of the kitchen and served separately meaning, I was served my choices of Crispy Salmon Hash (there wasn't a taste of the spinach cream or cajun cream sauces - only heavily cheesey in attempt to soften the dryness/fried hard shredded potatoes) & an ala carte of Collard Greens. The portion of salmon could've been a bit larger and the said "hash" less dry & crispy (burnt) around the edges, as it was not one's norm of hash - simply shredded potatoes. The collard greens were not deveined or shucked (IYKYK) and very oddly seasoned salty. My son's entree of The Tail of Two Fish (fried catfish - a bit over fried) w/1 side of macaroni & cheese. Ten minutes later my son's catfish was served, wonderfully sized portions and I had to make several inquiries w/other servers, for his mac & cheese then given an excuse that, "the kitchen is behind due to a larger party being served in the back" and she was sorry - yet hid due to this lateness, instead of coming to make amends or another offering. We were now sweating profusely, over halfway finished our food, his mac & cheese arrived, again oddly seasoned salty. Tips for venue - FIX YOUR CENTRAL AIR and turn off your isolating fans (that's germy - yuck, we did it for you)! Hire more staff to cook equally for private parties and dining in guests. Serve all the party at a table at the same time. Lay off the odd tasting salty seasoning, devein as well as shuck your greens, "southern" hash is NOT shredded dried up & crispy potatoes, & portion size your salmon a bit larger. Inspect your silverware before seating guests, clean up after other guests whom have left from their tables as food remained on the floor at our neighboring tables in view (eyesore). And having to request paper napkins & more water is lacking etiquette, especially when having sticky wings while seeing the cloth napkins on our laps, or no offerings of, if other utensils were needed. All in all, we both have mixed feelings, not knowing if this is a one off, or simply just this particular peculiar location & staffing?! Be that as it may We will NOT chance it at $150, as disappointment is heavy on this experience, although my son & I had laughs for the ride home for sure!

I had lunch at Blackwall Batn & lodge today. The food was great and the server, Serena was…read moreoutstanding. I look forward to my next outing there and I hope Serena is working. She is so uplifting and fun. Thank you Serena.

Lucas was wonderfu! He took extra care to ensure my of my food allergy wouldn't be an issue. crab…read moredib and burger were amazing as usual. we def will be back.

First time going here. Wanted to try the sausage gravy & biscuits. Gravy was excellent, biscuits…read morewere very buttery. Hash Browns were fried potatoes, done fresh. Eggs tasted like they were farm fresh, too. Staff are very efficient, with out being intrusive or annoying. The ONLY down side is the noise level. There are no soft surfaces, or white noise generators, to dampen the sound. The shoppe is clean, and homey. Very pleasant. You just have to be prepared to yell across the table to be heard.

Great food and amazing service. Great little breakfast spot-- quick and easy. Enjoyed the mug…read moredesign. Clean restrooms. Would definitely come back.

Friendly & casual vibe with a counter set-up where you enter, grab a menu or look at well-lit…read morescreens above the action. You walk along counter admiring the selections of sides, deserts. You order at the end, and find a seat. Your name is called and you pick up at the side counter. The dining area has plenty of seating, a private room looks available to reserve? Dining area & restrooms are bright, clean and inviting. My brother ordered fried fish with a chicken wing,, cabbage and sweet potatoes. He loved the fish & chicken- well seasoned without feeling your blood pressure rise as you indulged- LOL. The sides were good. I did the smothered porkchops - WOW, best that I have had - really enjoyed the main entrée and my sides (greens, black-eye peas). Both meals came with cornbread (another option was a biscuit). I have to say the food, the Staff and the establishment has been my best taste of southern cooking in the DMV area. I ordered chicken wings (6) to go for wife & I to enjoy later. Definitely worth a visit, we will be back - The smothered chops are calling me already. Lunch for two with a take home order of wings & 2 deserts plus tip was around $100.

Been to the old location…read more Been to the new location. I don't get the hype. The food is basic at best. The fish (catfish and croaker) always tastes like it's been fried in grease that needs changing. There's no flavor profile in the food which is weird for a soul-food restaurant. The mixed veggies were absolutely disgusting-- gave them back. I paid $65 for fried catfish with two sides, fried croaker with two sides, a cookie and two drinks---and sadly, the only thing that was sort of worth it was the cornbread, but it tastes like it has coconut in it. I hate coconut. The item that was the most flavorful for me was the black eyed peas/hoppin John (minus the big pieces of fatty meat in them).

I can't say enough good things about Wilma's Batter. We've been placing an order just about every…read moreweek to make waffles over the weekend. We have never been disappointed, the batter consistently makes delicious, fluffy, soft Belgian waffles. The pickiest eater in our house, a 5 year old, always asks for a second helping, so it's kids approved. Hands down Wilma's Batter is the best waffles we've made to date, and we would definitely recommend you try it!

From the owner: We deliver 100% All Natural Refrigerated "Ready-to-Pour" Pancake and Waffle Batter. The finest…read morehandcrafted pancake and waffle batters in the DMV. Making breakfast BETTER with REAL ingredients! Same-Day Delivery Available!

Slim is right. Slim chicken for the price. Poor Value…read more Decided to try this place for the 1st time. Ordered 3 Spicy Tenders/Strips only ... for $7.00. Taste was very good but the portion size was ridiculously small. "slim? ....more like small" Spicy Tenders/Strips

This is some of the best fast food chicken I've had in a while. Properly seasoned, great portion…read moresizes and the price wasn't bad. I got the chicken club and loved every bite. The sauce was perfect. The cheese and bacon set the tone and the chicken was packed with flavor. My daughter got the tenders and said they were so good! I didn't go inside but the service was quick and friendly in the drive through. I will definitely visit again when I'm in the area.

This Iron Rooster is located inside of the College Park hotel. The customer service is good and so…read moreis the food. I think I may have had the best lemon drop ever here. I've been twice and have received the same service each time. Sundays can be hectic but that's expected for most breakfast and brunch spots . This spot has a big menu which made it hard to choose but everything I've had was really good. The bartender I had was a guy with dreads I believe, and he was very knowledgeable about everything there and he made great drinks. He was very professional and he ran that bar well. I don't know why it took me so long to stop in this spot but I'm glad I did. If you're thinking about going don't think about it anymore-just go. There's something on the menu for everyone to enjoy..

Today drove over to iron rooster after hearing coworkers enjoyed multiple items off their menu…read more This location is inside the hotel near a few other restaurant options and university offices. Lighting isn't too bright which allows for a laid back feel to enjoy breakfast or brunch items within. Upon arrival we were greeted and seated promptly. Service was a little slow to check on us or follow up on any additional items but overall it was a good experience. We both enjoyed a brisket hash s do a cherry lime beverage.

Due to the great service and immaculate food, the wait was around 25 minutes to be seated but WELL…read moreWORTH THE WAIT!!!! Wonderful space to come and have breakfast or lunch even with the crowds, was a nice atmosphere. Food was served at optimal temperatures and the only mishap was one of the drinks were not made correctly the first time but they remedied the situation. Definitely will visit again on my next visit to Maryland!

Had a really enjoyable brunch at First Watch. The food was flavorful, thoughtfully composed, and…read moregenerously portioned. The Chimichurri Steak and Eggs Hash was the standout. The steak was tender, the eggs were cooked just right, and the chimichurri brought a fresh, herby brightness that balanced the richness of the dish. The feta added a nice salty finish that pulled everything together. If I had one small note, the potatoes could have been cooked a little more for a crisper texture, but it didn't take away from the flavor of the dish at all. The overall taste was still very strong, and the components worked really well together. The pancake was another highlight. Huge, fluffy, and beautifully browned, with chocolate chips throughout and just enough sweetness to make it feel indulgent without going overboard. Simple, classic, and very well done. Service made the experience even better. Bria was personable, attentive, and genuinely pleasant throughout the meal. She kept everything moving smoothly and added to the welcoming feel of the visit. Overall, a very solid brunch experience with flavorful food, strong portions, and great service. I'd absolutely come back, and I'd order the Chimichurri Steak and Eggs Hash again.