Amazing cafe. My wife went here every week when she had physical therapy in the building upstairs and I really enjoyed the time she got food back for us to share. It is a wonderful Ethiopian/American/Italian combo menu. read more

Nice Ethiopian ladies running the cafe. However the breakfast croissant was tiny and only had 1 tiny piece of bacon on it for the price nearly $10. The baklava was tough only 1 of the 3 was soft but it was of course the small piece and the other I tossed. I was disappointed. Don't recommend very confused by rating. read more

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My friend and I were looking for a quick bite to eat before a long work session and came here. We both got the breakfast wrap. I got mine with turkey sausage and spent about $9. It was really good! The service was good, the girl at the front was really nice and helped my friend make substitutions to her order. My only con is the food isn't really filling so I think the sandwich should be $5-6. I think people with a bigger appetite would need to order more for but that's it. It's a cute and small cafe. You really could sit and enjoy your meal while people watching. I would definitely come back for sure and try other items. read more

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The manager was so kind and welcoming from start to finish. I also had the lentil soup which was absolutely delicious and to my surprise vegan. My panini was also great and came with a nice side salad. I will be back and recommend this cafe for the food and welcoming atmosphere. read more

Ambiance lovely. Great hole in the wall. If you're in one of the hotels nearby come here. Lovely music and excellent service. I had the soup of the day (pictured) which was warm, comforting and so flavorful along with the Awaze Tibs Panini (which comes with a side salad). The sandwich also had nice spice too it that wasn't overwhelming with spice. I'm stingy with my 5 stars that's all. read more

Lemon Slice Cafe - Chicken and mushroom soup of the day 1/11/24 - Desserts Near Me - Silver Spring, Maryland

I ordered for a crew of 8 working nearby, including myself, and was unbelievably impressed by this place. I only tried the hummus wrap and awaze tips panini - both were spicy, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. I seriously think this is one of the top 5 restaurants I've been to in the DMV area. The owner is so kind, as she even helped me carry the to-go bags to my car. If I lived closer, I would come here all the time. Please support this local business, it is so worth it! read more

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6/5. Lemon slice is amazing. My partner and I split the tibs and chicken panini. Both were amazing and came with a nice little side salad. This food is so incredibly priced at the current market. The owner, Beth, was super kind and we had great service. This is a hidden gem and I can't wait to come back. Quiet enough to be a study spot with great food. Definitely worth the stop! read more

After hearing so many great things about this place, I decided to stop by for lunch. When I entered, they had jazz playing, which was very nice. It's a small space, with a few tables available both outside and inside for dining. I ordered a chicken club wrap to go, and it was delicious! I usually worry about ordering chicken because it tends to be dry, but not here. It was flavorful and juicy. There were only three workers, and they moved at a slow pace to get the orders out. However, I'm not mad about the pace; it was clear they were deliberately taking their time to get the orders right. Just don't go if you're in a hurry. :D I will definitely be back again. read more

One of the best dining experiences I've ever had. Meeting Mrs. Beth was like meeting a long lost relative. Nothing but love. She is the nicest owner I've ever had the pleasure of meeting. I've never had Ethiopian food so I was a bit anxious with selecting what to eat! Mrs Beth recommended I try the kifto panini and awaze tibs and let me tell you.. after my first bite of each of my sandwiches. I just stood up and gave her a hug. They were both out of this world delicious. I simply couldn't believe what I was missing from my life. Mrs. Beth seemed overjoyed by my reactions and she insisted I try some treats on the house and so I did and everything was just marvelous. I'll sit through 270 traffic any day to come here! This place is a must try! read more

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Lemon Slice Cafe in downtown Silver Spring is a gem! Piping hot, delicious soup, a vibrant and accommodating staff, and scrumptious sandwiches make it a must-visit spot. read more

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The name of this cafe is what drew us in! This cute little gem of a cafe offers breakfast (breakfast sandwiches & wrap and omelets), lunch (sandwiches, grilled wraps, paninis, burgers, soups, and salads), snacks, various baked goods, and even weekday daily specials (wings, fish, etc.). We ordered: +a soup of the day - it was chicken & vegetables, and this was chock-full of delicious juicy chicken and hearty vegetables, all in a thick and creamy soup; so yummy! +a Veggie Breakfast Sandwich - toasted ciabatta bread with scrambled eggs, spinach, mushrooms, onions, and cheddar cheese; this was SO tasty! I loved the flavorful mushrooms and could have eaten these all day! Meat isn't missed in this one! +a bowl of Spinach-Quinoa Salad with Chickpeas - fresh spinach, quinoa, cucumbers, red onion slices, and your choice of salad dressing (avocado cilantro, lemon herb, spicy lemon, ranch, balsamic, honey mustard, or Caesar); I opted for the spicy lemon and while it wasn't spicy, it had a nice citrus-y tang to it, more like a creamy vinaigrette; the veggies were all super fresh I can't wait to try out the rest of their menu, especially their sambusas, other sammies, and their desserts! They also have online ordering, but also have limited seating inside for dine-in. The staff here were so kind, welcoming, and friendly! Garage parking and metered parking in the area. +delicious soups and sandwiches! +fresh salads! +kind and welcoming staff! +contactless online ordering available +metered street parking/garage parking available read more

I wish I took a picture before I dug into my panini! Please try the tibs, they're delicious!! Beth came to greet us just for the heck of it and she's a doll. It's a small, unsuspecting cafe in Silver Spring, but all the best places are! read more

I decided to try this place after reading all the great reviews. Plus it's in the neighborhood and I felt like taking a little walk. I wanted to try the vegan breakfast wrap that people are raving about and It DID NOT disappoint!! The wrap was sooo good. So much flavor. It has scrambled tofu, mushrooms, tomato, onion and avocado. Even if you are not vegan, you will enjoy it. I also had a side of potatoes that came with a delicious aioli dip. I also dipped the wrap in the sauce too because it was just too good lol. The potatoes had a nice amount of spice, I don't know what seasoning was used but it was perfect. I am already looking forward to having this wrap again. So good!! read more

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The ambiance was amicable, soft light, welcoming smiles, and a happy place. That was my first impression. I asked for a suggestion and my food was ready, warm and deliciousI had the "Awaze Tibs Panini". The taste also comes from the owners passion for making the best dishes for her customers. My first time there but the highlight of my week. Keep it up read more

It's a small cafe in downtown Silver Spring with outdoor seating and a few small tables inside. I met a friend for breakfast on a Sunday morning and between the two of us we had the breakfast wrap with bacon, home fries, and two breakfast sandwiches. My greedy friend enjoyed both of his sandwiches while I wasn't too happy with my wrap or the home fries. The bacon in my wrap was flimsy and the lemon slice sauce it comes with was overwhelming and without flavor. The home fries appeared flavorful and the server warned us that they were spicy but I tasted no such thing. Despite my not being happy with my breakfast choices I will absolutely be returning! The staff was so nice and helpful and the prices aren't excessively high like other places in the area. read more

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THE BEST PLACE IVE BEEN TO IN A WHILE! First of all as soon as you enter the cafe Mrs. Beth greets you with the sweetest smile ever. she asked if it was the first time and gave us a menu in hand to look at and recommended a few times on the menu. She came over and checked on us a few times and made sure we had everything we needed! The chicken pesto panini was delicious that pesto sauce had so much flavor! I tried some of the kitfo panini and WOW I can't even describe the flavor except explodes in your mouth and wishing this pace was closer to me! I traveled all the way from frederick for this and I promise you it's worth the drive. The Awaze Tibs was out of this world i should've ordered more than one. We dined in so they serve each panini with a side salad with a zesty dressing. This would be the go to place if i had one nearby. She was so generous enough to let us try some of the famous lemon slice cake. She truly was a gentle soul like a friend who truly feels like family. Wish for nothing but success to her and the business. Mrs.Beth thank you for the experience!!! read more

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Walked into this place on a Sunday afternoon and I'm so glad I did! I had this delicious pesto chicken panini with such robust flavors. My boyfriend had the breakfast wrap which was also delicious but best believe he came back for the pesto panini a few days later after he tasted mine! So delicious! The owner was so sweet. I'd support again and again. Check them out! read more

Such a sweet little cafe. We arrived just after they opened on a Sunday and it was quiet with relaxing, ambient music playing. We ordered a sausage breakfast sandwich on a croissant and a veggie breakfast sandwich, both of which were so good. A veggie breakfast sandwich with spinach and mushrooms can easily go south but this was the best I've had in a long time. Whatever the marinade or sauce is is so perfect. We also ordered two coffees and those were great. I was bummed they didn't have an espresso machine but they offer to add cream and sugar to your coffee for you and that hit the spot for my usual vanilla latte. Plenty of indoor or outdoor seating, WiFi, and vegan options, this hidden gem has a bit of everything. The person working was incredibly kind and quick with our orders even though they were the only one working and other patrons were steadily streaming in. They brought our food and coffees to us at our table and since we had our suitcases with us, they opened the door for us and wished us happy travels as we were leaving. We loved this place! read more

Lemon Slice Cafe - Bookshelf - Desserts Near Me - Silver Spring, Maryland

Wonderful food, music, atmosphere and friendship. We had a perfect day for outdoor dining and Lemon Slice was the perfect place to enjoy it. read more

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Def def not 5 star. The lemon cake slice was super small and the cake was dry taste store bought, store bought tastes better, home fries taste unseasoned and they didn't send the spicy Mayo I selected online with it, the Turkey sausage tastes microwaved. I Try to be fair but this place has 5 stars on here and it's just not true. Everything cost $28 and honestly the taste is equivalent to a hospital or school cafeteria food. I actually was going to order lunch to have everything delivered at the same time, I'm so glad I didn't because it would have been a waste of money. read more

Lemon Slice Cafe - Lemon cake slice. Dry and small - Desserts Near Me - Silver Spring, Maryland

I really wanted to like this place, because the name evokes sunshine and warmth. I saw that people recommended their coffee so I went in for one. Unfortunately, it cost almost $4 for a cup of hot battery acid. The other items (food, bottled drinks) may be fine, but when "café" is in your name -I definitely expected better. read more

Customer service wonderful, food on point, aioli that came w home fries perfection and the owner is the biggest sweetheart! Will be back

I wanted to like this place and recently ordered from here for take out. Everything ordered was unfortunately not edible or safe for that matter. The breakfast sandwich was made on a croissant that was not only stale but also visibly moldy. Breakfast potatoes were raw and not fully cooked. The lemon cake slice was a total rip off, the tiniest portion and also stale and gross. Food was also poorly packaged and damaged. read more

This little hole in the wall is worth your time. I was meeting a friend out who decided we should get breakfast, but I had already eaten. So we stopped in for her. But once I tried her breakfast potatoes I literally ordered my own plate. So worth it! read more

Wow! We got the Awaze Tibs Panini and Roasted Portobello Mushroom Wrap, both so delicious! The service was amazing, super friendly and helpful, and even made my food with separate utensils and materials to ensure no cross contaminations for my allergy. I can't wait to come back and try more! read more

Lemon Slice Cafe - Awaze Tibs Panini and Roasted Portobello Wrap Panini - Desserts Near Me - Silver Spring, Maryland

This is a breakfast/lunch cafe. This review has readable pictures of their entire menu. The cafe is located on the first floor of an office building. It has entrances from the exterior and interior of the building. There was one table and 7 chairs outside in addition to 6 small tables with chairs inside. Restrooms were down the hallway inside the building. You need a key from the security guard to access them. The restrooms were very clean. There was a toilet, a urinal and 2 sinks in the men's room and one toilet with one sink in the women's room.    My wife and I bought the Vegetable Omelet with bacon added and the Breakfast Tacos. The Vegetables Omelet had good natural flavors from the bacon, cheddar cheese and vegetables (spinach, onion, bell peppers and mushrooms). It was a simple combination of ingredients that tasted very good. Nothing fancy about it. The eggs were not fluffy and there was no seasoning added. It came with a piece of toast sliced in half. The bacon had an extra cost of $1. Get it, if you want savoriness in your food.    The Breakfast tacos had 2 tacos that contained scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese, sausage, sour cream and green jalapeño hot sauce. It had a very good combination of flavors. Nicely balanced with no prominent flavor. It was moderately spicy and the sour cream flavor stood out a little.    They have sandwiches, salads, paninis, wraps and breakfast items on their menu. There were desserts, canned drinks and bottled drinks in a display case. Everything was very affordable. The service was friendly but not very quick. We were the ONLY people in there with an order and it took 17 minutes for our food to get to us. The food preparation time was NOT slow by any means, just longer than expected. We would recommend this cafe because of the value. The food was good tasting and the cost was low for this area. read more

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The Veggie Breakfast Sandwich croissant wit bacon & home Small French Fries is what I got. They cook your food, the way you want, and with a smile. I found this place on Uber eats one day, just looking for a good breakfast sandwich. They delivered it was good, so I decided to come to the Brick & mortar spot. Located in the cut in Downtown Silver Spring. It's cozy, with great service. If you work in the area stop in and get a great breakfast meal. read more

Lemon Slice Cafe - Veggie Breakfast Sandwich home fries - Desserts Near Me - Silver Spring, Maryland

Terrific food and lovely service but cripplingly slow - 30 to 45 minutes for a hot sandwich or even a toasted bagel isn't uncommon. Grab a coffee and relax if you're not under a time pressure, it's worth it. Great music! read more

A sandwich shop in a mostly empty office building. The tasty chicken, pesto panini came with a (surprise) side salad. We were greeted with a smile by the staff. What happened next? A 30" exchange with Bethlehem, the delightful owner, originally from Ethiopia. We talked about our international families, children growing up, religion and showed each other photos. Doesn't get better than this! read more

Great Place. I love the house salad because it gives me the opportunity to choose the veggies I want on my salad. It's like making my salad at home with lots of variety. Plus Beth is very warm. read more

Lemon Slice Cafe - House Salad with jalapeno dressing - Desserts Near Me - Silver Spring, Maryland

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Absolutely love this small business. They always use fresh ingredients and make you feel helped and welcome. The cafe is run by a mother and you can feel all of that motherly love in every bite!! read more

Lemon Slice Cafe - Pesto Chicken Panini - Desserts Near Me - Silver Spring, Maryland

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Terrific food for lunch!! Very excellent service too! Great selection of lunch options. read more

Great breakfast sandwiches, a lot of vegetarian and vegan options, good coffee, niice hosts.

Very welcoming atmosphere. Customer service is great. Breakfast sandwich was delicious. Lemon cake was extremely light and boldly tasteful. Will be visiting again. read more

Great place to eat! Nice lady who is chief cook and bottle washer. Food is above par!

Great little place in downtown Silver Spring. They open only till 3 . Wish they had longer business hours. Consistency is their middle name. Great costumer service. The owner is quite a lovely lady and the workers mimic her personality. I Wish more business were like that. Great job. read more

Our favorite place to go in #DTSS for breakfast or lunch. Love the salmon wrap as well as the veggie options. Partner always goes for the breakfast items and then we split a lemon slice, of course. Friendly staff. I wish they had a container of cold water for self-serve. We try to keep the plastic use down. There is a water fountain in the hall, which is helpful. read more

Today I had these crispy, delicious breakfast tacos with sausage egg and cheese. Plus coffee. So good. read more

Lemon Slice Cafe - Coffee, breakfast tacos, green hot sauce, the pastry display. Breakfast Tacos - Desserts Near Me - Silver Spring, Maryland

How about a nice fresh Portobello Mushroom sandwich with fresh spinach, tomatoes and a spicy sauce... YUMMMMMM. Love a hidden gem that excels in the basics... I am in love with Lemon Slice and will be back for more.... read more

Lemon Slice Cafe - Portobello Mushroom Sandwich - Desserts Near Me - Silver Spring, Maryland

I looked for places that served breakfast and found Lemon Slice. This place is incredible!!! I ordered the breakfast sandwich: fried egg, turkey sausage on a croissant. The croissant was baked perfectly, crispy and buttery. My partner ordered the veggie wrap with fries! The fries were so good and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. Everything was well seasoned and so delicious! They even wrote thank you on the bag. It's just the little things, I'll definitely order from them again!! Love, love them!! read more