I am so glad that this place is still doing well! And what's better than a Sunday Funday with their…read morepretty darn good happy hour? Somehow, I had only been to this place during the winter time, but it is a completely different vibe during the warmer months. The outdoor space is stunning, and everything just feels brighter and happier. The staff are really nice, the patrons are enjoying themselves, and they just have excellent food. My friend and I happen to come during this fashion show event so there were complimentary hors d'oeuvres for everybody present, but we still ordered delicious deviled eggs (I could've eaten a whole tray of them) and had some great cocktails. You know, for the first time ever, I paid attention to a bunch of board games that they have on a shelf. But based on the stuff that's on the shelf in front of them, I am not 100% sure that they are up for grabs, but it still looks cool. Anyone who is in this area should definitely pay them a visit. You won't regret it.

Pennyroyal Station is such a gem. Went for dinner mid February around 7pm. The vibe is quaint,…read morepeaceful, and incredibly welcoming every time I visit. The service was attentive and kind, and I really appreciated the thoughtful recommendations. Our food was absolutely delicious, I had the crab cake with the potato wedges and the overall experience was a great time. I truly enjoy coming here -- it never disappoints!

Been back many many times just for these chicken tenders. You get a ton of chicken and they're…read moredelicious. 10/10

Grand Duchess - 4.4/5…read more We find ourselves at Grand Duchess often, thanks to a particular friend who loves it--and we get why. The vibes are consistently great, and the drinks are both fantastic and reasonably priced. The bar staff is friendly and easygoing, whether you're up for a chat or just looking to enjoy the ambiance. The atmosphere is a unique blend: it's a bit indie and chill with a touch of dive-bar charm. You'll mostly find folks in their mid-20s, giving the place a laid-back, unpretentious feel. I recently tried their food (just fries), and they were surprisingly good. Grand Duchess definitely has that special spot vibe--worth a visit if you're in the area.

Great food. Super awesome and friendly staff. Cute outdoor setting. GET THE BBQ PLATTER. It rocks…read more The baked beans and the mac and cheese were amazing. Churros where so good too. They serve beer too. Enjoy!

We have been going to Raven's Point for several years and the food and service are outstanding…read more Always look forward to going to Raven's Point when we are in Colonial Beach. The two women who are there are wonderful.

Overall it is a beautifully designed restaurant with comfortable and spacious seating. The GPS just…read moredrops you off at the beginning of the "downtown" area so that was a little confusing for me (visiting from northern Maryland). But of you turn right - a parking garage is right there with reasonable parking prices. Miss Toya is located under the stairs so don't miss it. Service was great. Jabari did a good job. Now on to the food. So I was satisfied with the menu but not amazed. I lived in the Mississippi Gulf for 5 years and I was really expecting a New Orleans vibe. It wasn't as much as I expected and therefore ended up ordering a salad with Salmon which was good. The score is really a 3.5 but I rounded up.

I recently visited Miss Toya's Creole House for brunch, and overall I had a wonderful experience…read more The atmosphere was welcoming, the restaurant was clean, and the staff made us feel comfortable from the moment we arrived. One of the highlights was the bottomless brunch, which made for a fun and enjoyable experience. The food was full of flavor and tasted fresh. Every dish was well-seasoned that keeps you coming back for more. The portions were satisfying, and everything arrived hot and beautifully presented. What stood out the most was the hospitality. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our meal. The only downside to our visit was the live band performing inside the restaurant. While the music added to the atmosphere, it was so loud that we couldn't comfortably hear the people at our table or have a conversation. Because of the noise level, we ultimately chose to move to the outdoor seating, where we were able to enjoy our meal and each other's company much more comfortably.

In town on business, just went to get some breakfast at Ted's Bulletin Noma and was seated but…read morenever received any service for 10 minutes, so I just got up and walk out. If I was the owner I would be not be happy! Good luck Ted. The service needs improvement

I've met a few Teds in my day, but this one topped them all. I traveled to DC for business and…read moreleisure purposes, and one night, my party of five decided to ring up Ted for a date in a booth. Ted's Bulletin Noma is a short walk from the hotel I rested my sad little head at, so two minutes after walking in, we were seated in the dark-lit environment that almost put me back to sleep. Despite the nearby ceiling vent dripping condensation on the right shoulder of the highest-paid individual in our group, we enjoyed the deviled eggs app and refreshing tap water. I ordered the chicken and biscuits, and I must say, I'd sell my soul for those dead bird sandwiches. The server was young and energetic, but the service was slower than that of Suddenlink internet. I'll be back once I finally get a raise to afford the $3 sausage gravy add-on next time.

SOOOOOO GOOOOOD!! i love their macaroni salad and the chicken is divine. good flavor and reminds me…read moreof hawaii

Honestly, don't know if it was an off night or what, but clearly had a kid working the front…read more Started with the bbq chicken and the MoCo loco. My husband has spent many years going to Hawaii so getting the MoCo loco was honestly super disappointing. The burger had no flavor, thank god for the fried egg cause that saved the dish. The macaroni salad was my favorite and it was a side! The bbq chicken was good but nothing special. The kid working the front barely said a word to us after we order, and then as we were getting ready to leave he took a FaceTime call from a friend while we were there and didn't disconnect from the sound system so heard the initial 2 seconds of the call. Overall, food was okay but service was rough and lacked any ambiance. Really wish it was better.

When you are in Union Market there are so many food choices to choose from but Puddin is a place…read moreyou will want to come back to. We come here all the time for the bread pudding but this time we brought a group. Always pleasant and lively, Puddin reminds me of southern hospitality at its finest. The bread pudding is served warm and rich with chunks of bread and browned butter and bourbon flavors throughout. Add the creamy homemade vanilla pudding on top and we never leave without it. We also got to sample a new alcoholic beverage that was heavenly. Cannot remember the name but if you go to the front counter they will give you a sample of the mixer. Trust me, you will want to order it. The gumbo was a crowd favorite. One sample and the flavor made you want to double back. My guests walked the area and came back specifically to get some to take home. They boxed it up separately for easy transport. Now that is service. Quick and easy stop right before it rained. Puddin is a complete takeout spot but the vibes while you order and wait make it a counter worth visiting again and again. The hospitality, the comfort food, and the inviting staff make it unforgettable.

On my DC visit my friend told me this place was good and she didn't lie. The bread puddin is what I…read morewent for and it didn't disappoint. They have a decent size location located in the market and of course there's a line to stand in but it's not bad. Let me tell you, I got one small order and went back for a big order. The customer service was good and it's a walk up and keep it moving type of vibe. They call your number out, you pick up your order, find a seat or sit outside. Overall it was good and I would visit this location again.

I would give the reasturant 15 stars! The reasturant is beautiful, and the food is so fancy.read more

I'd probably get 4 1/2 stars, but I'm being generous because the service was really above average!…read moreSo first we were running late due to traffic and parking issues and they were very happy to accommodate us no problem. Second, we had two kids, and you know as four-year olds they can be rambunctious and it was the perfect setting for a family meal. Third one of the first questions my server asked was what are we celebrating and I didn't think anything of it because we really weren't there to celebrate birthdays but since she asked, I said well actually we do have two birthdays! So she made sure to bring pop tarts for the kids at the end of the meal, complementary and they sang to us! Now I had a very long workday and the traffic and parking didn't help so when I saw they had a mimosa great I ordered it and it was in front of me within a few minutes! Second she mentioned how happy hour was ending very soon, but if we wanted the appetizer sampler, it was $18 and we said absolutely thanks so much. We also put in the kids order and they were able to eat pretty quickly after ordering because the service was very good. The adults ordered the Turkish eggs, which were very good although I might say the yogurt was a tad garlicky for my taste, but some people might be in for that. But otherwise great presentation very tasty dish. My husband enjoyed the chicken pickled sandwich and said it was tasty as well. So honestly, five stars for service, four for food, and five for hospitality. Definitely would return. Great experience.

This was definitely not my first, second, or third time at Cheddar's because this is my spot, okay!…read moreIf you want something quick, delicious, and affordable without breaking the bank, Cheddar's is always a good choice. My daughter and I went on a Friday evening, and even when they're busy, the atmosphere is always calm and relaxing. The waiters and waitresses are consistently polite, attentive, and make sure we have everything we need. This time, I ordered the steak and shrimp with broccoli, and I had my grilled bourbon shrimp placed over the rice. My steak was cooked exactly how I like it (medium well) and the broccoli was cooked perfectly. The bourbon shrimp had so much flavor and paired really well with the rice. My daughter ordered the half rack of ribs with corn and French fries. When I tell you the ribs here are fall-off-the-bone good, I mean it! They're tender, flavorful, and never disappoint. I didn't order a drink this time, but I've had their drinks before and they are definitely good and for the price, they will have you feeling real nice lol. Overall, Cheddar's will always be a 10/10 for me. Good food, good portions, good service, and reasonable prices. I'll definitely keep coming back!

First time at Cheddar's, and we'll definitely be back! We were a little nervous to try it after…read morelooking through some of the reviews, but we ended up having the BEST experience. Erica was our waitress, and she couldn't have been better! She knew all the best things to try, and every one of her recommendations was spot on. We started with the Painkillers and cheese bites--both the drinks and appetizer were delicious! For our meals, we had the country-fried chicken, which had the BEST gravy, along with the ribs and shrimp. Everything was absolutely mouthwatering. The ribs were fall-off-the-bone tender with a great BBQ sauce, and the shrimp was amazing. We would absolutely come back and would definitely ask for Erica again. She made our first visit such a great experience. Cheddar's was definitely worth the visit!

Beautiful ambience & relaxing atmosphere. Eden, the owner, was very welcoming & helpful. Omelet &…read moreFull' was delicious & flavorful with fresh veggies. The bread was warm, toasted and soft inside. Highly recommend checking this place out!

A hub for D.C.'s Eritrean community, Eden's Kitchen is run out of a house along Bladensburg Road NE…read moreby a mother and her son. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, it's worth visiting. They will treat you like family. There's easy street parking nearby. Walk inside to Eritrean art on the walls and a small bar area and a side room with small tables. Outside is a medium-sized outdoor patio with tables, chairs, and umbrellas for shade. To feed two of us, we ordered the vegetarian combo with six items- Ades, Yellow Split Peas, Alicha, Collard Greens, Shiro, and Cabbage. Everything was prepared by the mom and well-seasoned. My favorites were the Shiro (puree of chickpeas in a sauce) and the Yellow Split Peas. The items came on teff injera with extra injera. Afterwards, the mother poured us traditional coffee, which was a perfect way to end the lunch. We left very full and our entire meal cost $15.59 before taxes and tip. That's a steal in D.C.