‼ MATCHA REVIEW ONLY‼…read more This is my favorite Strawberry Matcha in Gaithersburg! Hands down! Service is pretty quick even when the traffic is heavy - love them for that! Not only is the Matcha extremely aesthetically pleasing when you pick it up, but it's also not hard to mix like everywhere else. The strawberry purée mixes in perfectly with the rest of the drink. You don't have to shake it up like crazy or spoon it to actually mix everything. It's also extremely balanced. It's not too hard on the strawberry, nor is it too much with the Matcha - perfect blend! If you love matcha - go now!

Friendly service, small cafe…read more Matcha matcha latte: saw this on their seasonal menu but they were still able to make it for me even though it wasn't advertised on their current menu. Matcha latte was very smooth, not gritty at all, and they asked what sweetness level you want. Overall, it's a good matcha but wished it had deeper umami notes. OG egg sando: only ate half and it's pretty filling! I would come back to try other menu items

Went back to crumbs and whiskers this past weekend to celebrate a friend's birthday. I was not a…read morefan of the fact that food and beverages were purchased from levain bakery and not make in house. Although I do like levain, I was under the impression they also served in store their own pastries and whatnot. Service was good and it was nice. We were able to play with the kittens and overall had a nice time

My first visit was when they were located near Baked and Wired. (Thomas Circle) The staff were…read moremore friendlier. Now they moved to a bigger location off M Street. I cheated on my cats today lol dont tell them. I came here with my friend. Our 1st time we were turned away cuz atm they were busy. Though it didnt need to appear that they were. I strongly recommend making an appointment. We came back later for a 15 minute session. $18 They stated that they had 24 cats .. but I didn't see that many. Majority were all sleeping or hiding. My favorite was Stan (gray cat) I felt that some of the woman working there were not very welcoming or friendly especially the female with brown straight hair, thin build. We were inquiring about one of the cats for adoption, . instead of answering she blatantly said your time is up.. OK I get it but you dont have to be hasty about it. It appears that the staff tends to treat customers better if they have longer sessions, like 30 minutes or longer. I love that these cats are able to be adopted. Not the same day. Most are strays and are kittens or young cats less than 2 years old. 20% discounts for Federal Employees.

One of my favorite matcha spots in the area!! I love the variety of different matcha treats from…read moredrinks to soft serve to floats! The interior is also super cute and a great chill spot to hang out with friends or even study. We got the ube/matcha soft serve and the matcha latte float. Both were super yummy! The matcha flavor in the soft serve/float was perfect as someone who likes matcha with a bit of earthy/bitterness and more sweet taste. It might not be to everyone's liking though! Ube flavor was also super solid too! If you're craving matcha, this is definitely a great spot to go to!!

Service was quick! Small little cafe, it gets busy. There's seating and tables. We got their matcha…read morelattes. The flavor was yummy, pretty sweet; however, the matcha quality is not "premium" or high quality. Better than some places I've been to, but not impressive. I've been trying all the strawberry matchas in the DMV, and this spot will not be a regular for me. We ordered: Strawberry matcha 3/5 Passion fruit matcha 3/5 Overall, I might come back to try their desserts, but not for strawberry matchas. Price: $15 for two drinks

First coffee was prepared and delivered on time, but second coffee was delayed after multiple…read morefollow ups with the owner. I also saw a cat on the counter where the coffee was being prepared.

Grabbed an iced ube matcha latte and banana bread here and both were great. The latte had a nice…read morebalance, earthy matcha with a subtle sweet ube flavor, not too sugary! The banana bread was really unique, had a chewy, almost mochi like texture instead of the usual fluffy crumb, but I loved it!! Outdoor sitting was also very nice

This place has so much potential, but it's not bad! It could definitely be better. It's a nice…read moreplace to stop by if you're in the area, but it's not somewhere you plan to go to. I think if they really dug further into the childhood theme - they could have a hit, especially for Millennials and GenZ. If they're able to capture that nostalgia, they'd be a hit. The staff are phenomenal and always have the best recommendations. The place is a bit small but if you come early, you can grab a spot by the window and work. Love the chalkboard! The food is my favorite. I prefer it over the drinks. The drinks are hit or miss. The syrup is always on the bottom of the drink and not mixed in for some reason, so when you drink without a straw, there's no flavor throughout the drink and a sugary sip at the end. Looking forward to seeing if they make any upgrades later!

Very intimate place and perfect for coffee and small bites. It was the perfect place for me to work…read moreon some school things. The staff is very nice and amazing service. They helped me choose the perfect drink.

This was my second time here, but first time in. My first visit they were closing early as we…read morepulled up. This time around I met up with a friend over beverages. I grabbed a strawberry smoothie, it was okay, I wouldn't order again but I also drank my whole smoothie. Ordering was smooth, I looked around for a menu before being told I needed to use the kiosk, whoops my bad. The space has a vibe and you can tell thought went into the decor, but I had trouble with the cleanliness. I avoided the couch filled with stains and then the flies. I looked around to see if I saw fly traps but I didnt. I eventually got up and went outside as I was constantly swatting at flies.

I have not been here on a regular day but I did stop by for an event being hosted here recently…read more The space is small but it is so cute. I loved the decor. The outside space is also nice. I could see this being a nice spot to go to on a regular basis just to grab a quick bite and vibe. I did not grab any food this time but I did order the caramel latte. Whenever I go to a coffee shop to order a drink, I am quickly reminded that I have no idea what I'm talking about. The lady helping me at the counter was so patient and helpful. I was going to try the Cherry Blossom latte but decided not to stray too much from what I'm used to. The iced caramel latte with oat milk was so good. It felt like I drunk it in two sips. I would definitely go back. I had a great experience.

This is a cute and photogenic cafe for a quick breakfast or lunch - there are faux flowers and…read moregreenery everywhere that makes it feel like an indoor garden. The cafe located on the ground floor of the medical center (facing the parking garage). There is plenty of free parking. They offer a good selection of sandwiches and salads as well as coffee and tea. I had the BLT, which was very tasty. Service is friendly and very quick. There are a few outdoor tables as well. They do close at 4:00 and the kitchen closes about 30 minutes before closing.

Affogatto Cafe' - a great find on a Sunday morning. I was in the area getting fishing advice from a…read morenearby tackle shop and happened to discover this cozy café just around the corner. They serve Black Acres beans (a favorite of mine) and some seriously good croissants. I kept it simple with a standard latte and a butter croissant. The café has window bar seating inside and a couple of outdoor tables, making it an easy, comfortable place to slow down. The barista was friendly and even shared helpful fishing spot info. The interior has a cozy, minimalist style, and with Sunday morning light, the whole place felt like a warm, relaxed place to be. From what I could tell, there's space in the back to meet and greet the cats. I'm not in the market to adopt, but for anyone who is, this seems like the place to connect with a new purring family member. Worth a visit if you're in the area!

Cute little place to stop! Quite literally was right across from my Vrbo, so it had to happen. Even…read morethough I have cats at home, I never mind spending some cash to help out more! Espresso machine was down when I showed up, go figure. Workers were definitely empathetic about the loss, a shame!! Hope it got back up and running soon after. The pastry selection looked awfully familiar (I remember you from last year chocolate croissant), and they confirmed Ovenbird was the culprit. Their butter croissant was absolutely delicious and huge!! Raspberry Matcha Latte was decent, nothing extraordinary. After all, I wanted espresso. Kitties are (always) adorable & from local shelters. (employee sits in with you the entire visit, understandably)

A little secret, I know I'm going to regret if I share! Chloez's cafe isn't a secret anymore, but…read moreI'm hesitant to have my ease of finding a seat taken away from me! Oh well! The place is worth it! I know you will make it your regular weekend, weekday breakfast, lunch or dinner place! It's a locally owned small business and I encouraged him to open another one! He doesn't know what he's going to get with this review, but he will get more customers - for sure! He doesn't need me promoting him or his business! The food and the customer service speaks for itself! I don't like to give five stars, but this place is freakin adorable, wonderful and all the things! You will not regret visiting this establishment! Their people are homey and can mix with any jive! Love Chloez!! You just gotta try this place in order to know what I'm talking about!! Ask for the owner, Joe! He is down to earth! So is his team!! P.s. shout out to Kat (short for Katerina)!! She totally rocked her service with us!! I love her energy!!

Today, we played Russian roulette with family Sunday lunch time. That's how we came upon this…read morelittle family dinner. Our entire experience was great, nothing to truly complain about. The dinning area has a real hometown feel with conversation billowing from each table about individuals being regulars and discussing the last time they were here. The staff are primarily made up of teenagers who were all friendly and helpful. For food, we partook in a few things from the menu: - Chicken tenders (5) with fries - The American burger with fries - Western omelette with home fries - Avocado toast with home fries - Protein smoothie - French toast latte - Beignets (6 small) with all three sauces All the food was delicious and prepared just right. After reading the reviews, we decided to make a reservation. However, the hostess seemed frazzled and overwhelmed by something that did not pertain to us and the reservation appeared to not matter. The restaurant prefers you pay by cash or debit. If not, they attach a 3% processing fee. The only criticism I have is that the restaurant charges extra for anything not directly associated with your meal. For example, $3.50 for salsa, .50 per extra beignets sauce, .50 for bbq sauce, and $1.50 for fries with a burger. This is a small thing but can add up quick. Overall, this is a decent diner and one we will probably return to soon.

Staff members treat customers as guests. Interior was bright and buzzing with energy. The noise…read morelevel was ideal for me quiet enough to hear my party and loud enough not to hear what was said at the next table. I enjoyed my chicken salad croissant. The croissant was airy and flaky and pecans gave the chicken salad a little crunch.

DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME OR MONEY!…read more I posted a review several months ago about Ridgetop CoffeeTop consistently running out of coffee and giving customers a 16-ounce cup when they actually paid for a 20-ounce cup. As a result of that review, I spoke with Christina, who manages the shop. She was genuinely sincere, apologized for the issues, and assured me that things were going to change. Unfortunately, that has not been my experience. On Friday, July 10, at approximately 9:30 a.m., I visited the shop again. I was the fifth person in line, looking at my phone, when I heard the first customer being told they had no coffee. He immediately walked out. The next two customers ordered iced tea. The fourth customer, who was directly in front of me, ordered two cups of coffee. I clearly heard the employee tell him there was no coffee available and that he would have to wait 5 to 10 minutes. Although he was obviously frustrated, he agreed to wait and took a seat. When it was my turn, I asked the cashier if I had heard correctly that there was currently no coffee. She confirmed they were about to brew a fresh pot. I pointed out that five customers had already been in line and that this was a coffee shop with no coffee available. After already turning away one customer and asking another to wait, only then were they starting a new pot? The cashier responded with an attitude, saying, "You'll just have to wait 5 to 10 minutes." This is exactly what I discussed with Christina months ago. I simply do not understand how a coffee shop can repeatedly run out of coffee. At a minimum, there should always be another pot brewing or ready so customers are not left waiting 5 to 10 minutes after placing an order. That is poor planning and poor customer service. It is clear that nothing has changed since my conversation with Christina. I asked if either Christina or Dan, the other manager, was available, and I was told there were no managers on duty. At that point, I walked out. I cannot recommend spending your time or money at a coffee shop that repeatedly fails to have coffee available. It would be like going to a grocery store with no groceries. If a business specializes in coffee, customers should reasonably expect coffee to be available.