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    3.5 (1.6k reviews)
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    Outdoor seating

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    mac and cheese
    Sierra S.

    I can't quite remember a dining experience so awful. Had reservations for a party of two on an otherwise unremarkable Saturday. We were seated, and then... nothing happened for almost 10 minutes. No server, no cutlery. The server finally arrived; we ordered drinks--limoncello spritz (which was great), water, and some biscuits. The limoncello spritz was good, but getting the waiter to provide water seemed like a tall order. We asked twice for the biscuits and were told they were out but making some more. We ordered mac and cheese, French fries, wings, and the pear salad. My friend liked the pear salad, and I was enjoying the mac and cheese until I found a hair in it. Perhaps the hair in the mac and cheese dashed any hope of redemption, and I told Antonio, 'Wow! Batting zero today.' He said, and I quote, 'sucks for them because I know I am a good server." Umm. Sir, I love positive thinking and affirmations, but you are so far from that today. The manager was nice, apologized, and said the hair was caused by someone shucking corn. I don't see myself returning... ever.

    Pistachio & Strawberry Pancake
    Ciera M.

    Service was great. We went for brunch. We ordered unlimited brunch option which had a large variety of options.

    Pepperoni pizza
    Arie T.

    Celebrated Mother's Day 2026 at Matchbox. I made a reservation so we were seated immediately and gifted flowers. We ordered shortly after. We took part in the unlimited brunch. Everything was hot and DELICIOUS! We were surprisingly given full portions. I was stuffed! The service was slow but we gave them grace due to it being a holiday. I can't wait to go back!

    Shrimp and grits
    Victoria E.

    Matchbox has a great selection of pizza and other entrees. Each time I've come, I've always been content with the pizza. A friend and I came in for brunch/lunch today and we both ordered the shrimp & grits. While the food came out pretty quickly, I was surprised at how small the portion seemed to be. I would suggest ordering something on the side in addition to the dish if you want to leave full. While the flavor profile of the dish was rich, I needed to add a bit of salt to truly bring out those flavors some more. I also would have liked the shrimp to be a bit blackened. Nonetheless, the dish was still enjoyable. Service was great - quick, attentive and kind. I like the renovations they've done/are working on!

    Mini Cheeseburgers (kids menu)
    Fred L.

    Had lunch here with my family and some friends. The interior was nice with the 2nd floor seating area. The wait staff was very friendly. Matchbox is great for families as they have a nice variety for adults and kids. We ordered: - Shrimp and Roasted Corn salad - Herb crusted salmon salad - Pepperoni Pizza (kids menu) - Mini Cheese burgers (kids menu) The adults' food came quickly but we had to bug the waitress for the kids' food (they were hungry and getting grumpy). Everything was good and I really enjoyed my Shrimp and Roasted Corn salad. Would definitely come back for a meal out with the family.

    Cream of Crab Soup
    Rebecca F.

    First time at Matchbox, and overall it was a pretty solid experience. The bartender was really nice, and the drinks were on point--I had a mule to start and then a vodka soda, both well made. We tried the appetizer + sandwich pairing, which was a good deal. I was really excited for the Maryland crab soup, but unfortunately, it was a big letdown. I only had one bite--it just wasn't good at all. No one asked how everything was, so I didn't mention it, but if I had been asked, I definitely would've said something. Honestly, for a place serving "Maryland" crab soup in Maryland, it was kind of embarrassing. Thankfully, the crispy cod sandwich made up for it--it was amazing. Perfectly cooked, crispy, and the tartar sauce was fantastic. That's the dish I'll be coming back for. So, mixed bag: I'd happily go again for the drinks and the sandwich, but I'd skip the crab soup every time.

    Tacos
    Tori G.

    Good customer service and a solid spot for unlimited brunch for $49. Brunch comes with cotton candy, popcorn, waffles and tacos station. Try it out

    Starr D.

    Appreciate the consistency in quality of foods. Service quality in general has been pretty good. Like the decor and atmosphere. Prices definitely went up since last time we were here. Cannot blame the restaurant, the blame falls on the leaders of the government. Cauliflower flower and tuna tartar appetizers are one of our favorites. Wings were tasty when fresh came out. The double bacon burger patties came out looking funny. They were small and not the same size. Pizza was tasty. Like the thin crust. Creamy pasta was good, so was the chicken avocado sandwich 。 Great portion size. Delicious foods. Our server was very attentive and friendly. Definitely recommend by @WineDinenVacay

    Interior
    Capri L.

    Hey friends! I met my godmom and cousin here for girls night. I've always heard good things about Matchbox, I finally got to try it recently. Matchbox serves New American food and is known for their pizzas. I ordered the black bean burger and fries($18). I hated everything about the burger. I specifically asked for it be cooked well done so it wouldn't fall apart. I cut into to and it immediately fell apart. I suggest they use oats to bind the burger together to avoid it falling apart. The burger also had ingredients on it that weren't listed on the menu. That's an allergy hazard and management should fix it immediately. The burger came with Fritos on top and cucumbers... unpleasant. The fries were delicious. I also ordered a Dragonfruit margarita. It was very delicious. A nice balance of sweet and tart from the alcohol. Service was okay. Our server was robotic. The interior is aesthetically pleasing. I definitely wasn't expecting such an impressive interior. Restrooms were clean. Parking is free and ample. I'll be back to try their infamous pizza. I hope you enjoy! With love, The Picky Pescatarian

    Andre P.

    Matchbox pizza hits different. I love the crispiness and spiciness of the tomato sauce and pepperonis. The restaurant was nice and quiet for a Monday evening. I was able to get some work done while enjoying some delicious grub. Customer service was superior and I absolutely have no complaints at all. #EatGoodAndBeHappy

    Strawberry margarita
    Monica K.

    Came in for lunch on a random weekend and had a good experience! Our server was great, the food was delicious, and service was quick. I've had matchbox several times and I find it hit or miss, but I wouldn't let that deter me from visiting again!

    Hot Honey Pepperoni and Spicy Meatball Pizza
    Addy C.

    Great food, wide menu selection ("something for everyone"), friendly service, and nice space (lighting is great for photos). We had a party of 6, and everyone loved their food. PEPPERONI & HOT HONEY PIZZA (HALF) and SPICY MEATBALL (HALF) - $18 I couldn't decide between two pizzas and our server offered the option of ordering half & half - yay! Both the host and server raved about the "pepperoni & hot honey" - agree, if you love sweet & salty, you will love it. However looking at other food pics, my pizza didn't have quite the same presentation - taste-wise, it was still good! Description says "vodka sauce, pepperoni, hot honey, mozzarella, basil" ... every ingredient spoke to me but I couldn't taste any vodka sauce on mine ... maybe it was subtle? The "spicy meatball" pizza was good too - spicy but not unbearable. Menu description - "roasted garlic, crushed red pepper, bacon, mozz, halved meatballs." I loved the pepperoni & hot honey pizza more - my nephew loved the spicy meatball more. RIBEYE - $38 14oz grilled steak, asparagus, mashed potatoes, garlic butter. Ribeye is so big that my parents shared the dish. My dad's a picky eater and he loved the steak. I had a bite - very good. I didn't try the other items b/c they're not the sharing type (boo) but everyone enjoyed their food - Black Bean Veggie Burger ($18), Roasted Salmon ($26), Double Bacon Cheeseburger ($19), and Simple Salad ($6 - side salad). Overall great spot esp. for families. FYI they have a great special on gift cards now. Also a loyalty program. Next time I'd like to try the "fire + smoke" pizza - described as having "chipotle puree, basil, Spanish onions, roasted garlic puree, roasted red peppers, smoked gouda" ... sounds intriguing, right? :)

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    Kyle is fantastic! He took great care of us. I'd recommend coming back to visit him any time!

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    Kyle from New Mexico hooked us up, kept my glass and stomach full! Super helpful and funny guy. Get that man a raise asap wow.

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    Is this a good place to bring young kids?

    Yes, I this location is kid friendly especially for Brunch Buffet on weekends.

    Are they doing brunch box yet?

    Hi Meredith! We are currently not offering brunch box, however our brunch menu is available all day, every day. We hope you'll visit us soon!

    How much is unlimited brunch?

    The price for small plate unlimited brunch is $31.50 for adults, $12.95 for kids between 7 and 12 years old and free for kids 6 years or younger with a qualifying adult purchase. There is a 2 hour limit for the unlimited brunch. You are also able to… Read more

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    Glenwood's - Rockville

    Glenwood's - Rockville

    4.1
    (755 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    Had a great dinner at Glenwoods! Marcelo took excellent care of us! We started with Oysters and…read moreFiesta Eggrolls, then moved to Chicken Milanese and Boneless Montreal Ribeye for entrees. All prepared perfectly! Add cocktails and wine, plus finished off the meal with Mocha Tres Leches Cake and Ice Cream Sundae... great night!!! 5 Stars!

    Dear Management, I…read moream writing to share my family's experience during our Father's Day visit to your restaurant. Unfortunately, what should have been a special celebration turned into a very disappointing experience due to the service we received upon arrival. We had a reservation for 4:00 p.m. When we arrived, the gentleman at the host stand was not welcoming or friendly. He simply told us to "step to the side" and that someone would assist us in a few minutes. As the minutes passed, we continued to wait without any communication. During that time, a white family of five walked in without a reservation and was seated immediately. At that point, I approached the host stand to ask what had happened and why we had not been seated despite having a reservation. The host searched for our reservation, asked what time it was scheduled for, and then casually stated, "I think someone stole your table." I was shocked by this response. I asked how that could happen if he was responsible for managing the seating. He had no explanation and, more importantly, never offered an apology for the mistake or the inconvenience. A manager later came over and asked what had happened. After I explained the situation, he appeared genuinely surprised and concerned by what had occurred. Once we were finally seated, our server acknowledged the delay and kindly offered us an appetizer because of the long wait at the front. We appreciated that gesture, but it did not change how unwelcome we had been made to feel upon arrival. I am writing this letter not because I am looking for compensation or anything in return. My purpose is simply to ensure that no other family has a similar experience, especially on a day meant to celebrate loved ones. Every guest deserves to be treated with fairness, courtesy, and respect. A sincere apology from the host at the time of the incident would have gone a long way. I hope you will use this feedback as an opportunity to coach your front-of-house staff on the importance of customer service, communication, and accountability. Thank you for taking the time to read my concerns. Sincerely, Ms. Deas

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    The bar area.
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    Today's Featured Soup (tomato bisque)
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    Attman's Delicatessen

    Attman's Delicatessen

    3.5
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    1.7 mi
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    We had Attman's cater an event for 100 people. The food was delivered on time and was perfect for…read morethe occasion: platters of deli sandwiches with high quality meats and great potato salad. (the coleslaw was only ok). I really liked that the condiments came separately so each guest could schmeer as much or as little as they wanted. (Or in my case, purist that I am, avoid altogether). There was also a bountiful assortment of pickles, so necessary for rounding out the sandwich with a nice acidic snap! I recommend.

    A NY style deli with old-school vibes, don't see these types of joints anymore. Crowded and…read morebustling on Sunday but service was very efficient and professional. We were seated immediately and had water brought to our table. Menu was extensive, with overstuffed sandwich classics like Reubens and clubs, salads and classic fare like knishes and lox. They also serve breakfast all day. I had the grilled veggie wrap. It came with homestyle potato chips. My companion had a tuna melt (solid albacore) with pepper jack cheese on an English muffin (also with chips). Both portions were huge. The veggies were still crunchy but cooked thoroughly (zucchini, squash, peopers and onions) with red pepper hummus stuffed in a huge burrito style spinach tortilla. Comfort food done well. As a bonus there was a pickle bar of half sour, full sour pickles, cornichons, sauerkraut and pickled peppers. Favorites were the half sour pickles and sauerkraut (went well with the wrap). Great meal!

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    Sandwiches, pickles, fruit & house salad
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    Mosaic Cuisine

    Mosaic Cuisine

    3.9
    (700 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    Cute place. They have a screen that scrolled through all the dishes. I wanted one of everything…read more The service could be a little better. We had to ask for refills on the iced tea, twice. After getting the check, it was a long time before she came back to get our payment. Now on to the food. They are known for their waffles. I do like the waffles. Light and airy. We got the Mango French Brie Waffle With Red Berry Jam and Egg White Omelette Roasted Vegtables with side of chicken sausages. We liked the Brie waffles better than the omelet. The chicken sausage was good. Overall, a good experience.

    I thought this place was a pretty interesting option as it was a little different from the styles…read moreof eating establishments that we normally frequent. It was a good choice for us in this case because we were staying at the Even Hotel in Rockville. This restaurant was in the extensive commercial plaza adjacent to the hotel. Hence, it was a 2- or 3-minute walk out of the hotel entrance. While not readily obvious from Rockville Pike, it was easy for us to find. This place has French styling with respect to their menu offerings. They identify more specifically as French Fusion. The restaurant interior presented similar to that of a nicer American Bar/Restaurant (something like the Cheesecake Factory, for example, but not as massive). While the seating capacity was plentiful, it was fairly quiet on the Monday evening when we visited. Hence, there was no problem getting seated. Our server, Oliver, tended to us right away and did a good job taking care of us the entire time we were there. We had no complaints at all about the quality of the service and the timeliness of the food delivery. The menu featured several interesting options. My wife chose the Tartine Caprese Pesto dish. This included Mozzarella and Sliced Tomato on Toast covered with Pesto with a salad on the side. She was quite happy with this selection. I tried the Parisian Mushroom and Brie Omelet which also came with a Salad and a Waffle on the side as the bread. It was very tasty and quite filling. I should also mention that the complimentary French Bread with which we started was a nice touch. My wife had the Inconditionnel, which was a concoction with rum mixed with chocolate and hazelnut liqueurs and Orange Juice. I had a taste and thought it was pretty good. I tried the Sangria Rojo and was happy with that. The value was relatively reasonable for the type of place it was. With food, drink, tax and tip, our bill came to about $68. At $34 each, this seemed commensurate with the experience. If you fancy this sort of food, this is a good choice for a nice dinner in Rockville, a place full of restaurant choices. I wavered between a 3- and 4-star rating, but ended up with a four-star rating as they did quite a few things right.

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    Beautiful lights add to the dining experience -- gentle and refined, just like the food and service at this top-notch place!

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    Beautiful lights add to the dining experience -- gentle and refined, just like the food and service at this top-notch place!
    Julii

    Julii

    4.3
    (675 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$$

    Have you ever loved a restaurant so much you went back twice in the same day? That was me here…read more This Pike & Rose gem in North Bethesda is everything you hope for in a neighborhood spot -- fresh, imaginative Mediterranean-inspired food, a vibrant yet cozy atmosphere, and the kind of place you immediately start planning to revisit. Everything I tried was fantastic, from the perfectly prepared chicken kebabs to the cod with farro. The blackberry vodka cocktail was beautiful and delicious, and the saffron steamed milk with ginger for dessert was absolute perfection. The entire concept feels current, welcoming, and effortlessly cool without trying too hard. Can't wait to return the next time I'm back in town for meetings!

    I've had this booked marked for over two years and my cutie pie always says, "what is in this book…read moremark of yours", lol. Although he will lead most times, I pick one place every weekend so we can check it off together. This Friday (5/16) I picked Julii! He's a regular so although super packed they made it work and sat us immediately without a reservation. This place is popular and a reservation is needed. While I thought the menu was limited, it does the job. I wanted Branzino and had that in my mind the whole day but was disappointed that it wasn't on the menu. Welp, y'all know I love a burger. Service was fantastic! Ambiance feels like stepping into a French‑Mediterranean boutique café that someone elevated into a luxury dining room. It's warm, intimate, and softly glamorous without trying too hard. Let's get into it! Chicken Kabob - Seasoned perfectly over rice! Really good! Burger - Added bacon and mushrooms- Absolutely delicious! Drinks were delicious! No apps because I wasn't that hungry! I will definitely be back to try more of the menu!

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    First Watch

    First Watch

    3.9
    (717 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$
    Healthy dining
    Gluten-free friendly

    We were in the area running errands and hunger started calling. There was no debate, we were coming…read morehere and it was very well worth it. It's pretty cozy in there, has indoor and outdoor seating. They don't take reservations so it's important to get on the waitlist. We were right on time bc by the time we walked out, the wait was an hour if not more. We both had the morning meditation. It was very refreshing, I love a ginger turmeric blend. Then we snagged items off the summer special menu. The chipotle steak and queso hash, banana brittle French toast, and million $ bacon. Absolutely loved the flavor combination in the French toast--the almond butter crème anglaise and caramelized bananas were the perfect bite of sweet topped with sea salt. I was greedy and added pieces of bacon to each bite. The hash was very good too! The queso was a little more runny than I would've liked but the flavor was there and it was delicious every dip. The service provided was solid, even with a busy packed house. We would definitely return!

    I just wrote a review on spilled iced coffee, and when I think of infamous spilled drink, I think…read moreof the downtown Rockville First Watch. I visited this location 3 times, 2 while I lived in Wheaton and one not long after moving away from Montgomery County. Feb. 2019 I used my birthday deal, pretty uneventful good food. Oct. 2020 there was another deal, again uneventful. My 3rd visit was the noteworthy one in March 2021. I recruited a friend to help use my birthday deal expiring fairly soon (as it's a BOGO deal), who lives in Montgomery County and doesn't like driving far. So, I schlepped from my home in western Anne Arundel County over to Rockville as God forbid he would schlep to Watch First in Laurel in PG County (my closest location), Columbia, or anywhere close to me. Food was good per normal. Server was nice and efficient. However, as a polite word in baseball, she made an error. She spilled the cranberry juice all over my friend. I was spared from her error sitting on the opposite side of the booth. At first, she said we can take the cranberry juice off the bill. We said that was weak. Manager came over and was nice saying how about we comp this meal for you. We said that's a lot better. However, I added that my birthday deal will be useless. The manager said he would just take off my meal too, and I could use the birthday deal again. I don't think I ended up using the birthday deal ultimately that year as it was close to expiration. Overall, while the cranberry juice was spilled was not good, the manager was nice & handled this well. First Watch Rockville is overall positive in my experience.

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    The inside of the restaurant.
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    Ham & Gruyère melt
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    Java Nation

    Java Nation

    4.1
    (383 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$

    Pretty good food and pretty large selection for a very in the cut spot! Parking can get a little…read morecrazy back behind the restaurant, and seating can get limited if you come prime time brunch hour. But everyone was nice and cashiers were patient even when I couldn't decide what to eat LOL and the line was getting backed up. I couldn't decide right away cuz I was getting nervous the line was getting long so I got steak and egg. Classic meal, well worth the price! Large portion for potatoes too! I need to come back to try other items on the menu. There is too much to choose from, especially the Latin fusion section which surprised me it was even on the menu when I first saw it!

    I want to love this place but it really doesn't love me back…read more PROS * Nice menu, some healthy food options * Coffee is above average for the area and better than Starbucks * Love the outdoor area, good service CONS * The emphasis on liquor kinda kills the coffee shop vibe. I get that's way more lucrative than coffee but I mean ... insert the name of the shop. * Food is higher priced for smaller portions and lately has not been good. I most recently ordered the Impossible Burger (which I've ordered before) and it was *not* good. * The big TV running what looks like a looped investor presentation, which is weird and distracting. I get that I can sit outside away from it but you can't do that year-round and when it's very hot or very cold you get an eye full of ... whatever that is.

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