Heard about this place and heard it was a vibe. Came in during Happy Hour and Franklin was our…read moreserver. He did really well by walking down the menu to us as what we should eat. He suggested the Pad Thai with a fried egg and also the 5 spiced old fashion. The manager Carl came and checked on us to make sure we were enjoying everything and told us about the new menu that was coming out and let us try the lamb noodles. It was amazing, I love lamb. It had a little heat to it but every bite had me wanting more.

Had the satay chicken and chicken dumplings along with the fruit fizz, 10/10…read moreOur server Yoseph was really nice and ensured we were taken care of. Would definitely come back for a visit!

We came to Gypsy Kitchen for our anniversary, and it was the perfect spot! The service was speedy…read moreand kind, and the decor/ambiance was beautiful. We ordered a bottle of the Cava, and four small plates, which was plenty of food. The mussels, labneh and Patatas bravas were all very generous portions. Labneh: 5/5, delicious, served with plenty of pita Patatas bravas: 5/5, with great flavor and crispy roasted potatoes Mussels: 4/5, generous portion size, and the sauce was very good but I wished the sauce was more white wine-based Tuna crudo: 5/5, not a ton of food but the flavor was absolutely delicious, very citrusy and fresh Labneh cheesecake: 4/5, served with a sauce that was a bit like cough syrup but otherwise absolutely delicious

We paid $130 with tip for croquettes, lamb skewers, tuna crudo, hummus, and two 50 Shades of Purple…read more(drinks with butterfly pea gin). We sat outside on the patio and it was a gorgeous day. The decor is perfect and I love that they've added plants to cover the staircase. Drinks were delicious and the food came out quickly. Our water glasses were rarely empty. Service was kind. Food wise if I were to stack rank I would say the hummus is the best of what we ordered. The pita bread is thick and garlicky and oily and massive. The croquettes would be at the bottom of my list simply because they're dissimilar from any I've had before and a little bit underwhelming. The tuna was fresh but it's a small dish and not much to write home about. The lamb skewers have a subtle kick to them and they're pretty substantial. I'll definitely be back to try more! Highly recommend on a warm summer day as you're covered by the canopy above, if you're looking for a rooftop vibe.

The service is good as well as the ambiance of the restaurant. The plates are relatively small for…read morethe price but the flavors are delicious. I tried the salmon with quinoa and it was one of the best combinations I've ever had. Also, the crap dip was really good. Recommended if you would like to try new flavors but be mindful of the portions since they could be small depending on what you order.

I visited Botanero for a Saturday morning brunch. While the overall ambiance of the restaurant is…read morelight and airy, the tables are somewhat cramped together, so know that you won't have an abundance of elbow room. That aside, the staff was very friendly, attentive and helpful, and I loved the bossa nova covers of 90s songs playing in the background. I ordered the ham & bacon omelette, which was very good and fresh. It's essentially filling (virginia ham, bacon, arugula, red pepper, caramelized onion and white cheddar) wrapped in a thin layer of scrambled egg, which I was very happy with. The omelette was served with a side of home fried potatoes that were seasoned perfectly. I will definitely visit again in the future.

Great overall experience. Welcoming staff, excellent food, warm atmosphere. Food and drink (paella,…read moresalad, cocktail) were perfect. Service was friendly and not rushed. My 4th time at Guardado's, I'll be back.

Delicious tapas and paella! Every dish we ordered was worth ordering: charred octopus, gambas…read more(shrimp), croquettes, mixed vegetables to name just a few. The paella marinera was absolutely cooked to perfection. Service is very friendly and attentive and the restaurant is quite cozy.

I've been here Multiple times yeah very good within the week and everything is amazing. Everything…read moreon the menu is amazing. Absolutely some of the best food I've had in Maryland hands- down

4.4.26 My friend and…read moreI came here for dinner to celebrate her birthday. I had originally made a 6:30 p.m. reservation for a Saturday, but she ended up running late so I called at 6:30 to push it to 7:00. Thankfully, they were able to accommodate the last-minute change, which I really appreciated. There are picnic tables out front, but we chose to sit inside. I ordered a variety of tapas including the octopus, cod fritters, crispy chicken wings, beef empanadas, and she ordered the seafood paella and a house salad. My friend absolutely loved the paella. My personal favorites were the chicken wings and the octopus; both were flavorful and well-prepared. Service was friendly, and our server checked in on us frequently, though there were a few hiccups. My chicken wings were initially forgotten, I was given another table's check, and I was accidentally charged twice for the wings. I called the next day, and Wendall, the general manager, promptly handled the refund, which I appreciated. Despite a few minor oversights, we had an enjoyable experience overall. The staff was especially kind. My friend asked a couple of team members to take photos for us, and they were more than happy to help, which added a nice personal touch to the evening.

It's been a while since I came here, but I LOVE Barcelona! The happy hour deals are pretty good. I…read morewish they had more wine options on the happy hour menu specifically red wine. The service was great, our waitress and fast, kind, and checked in with our group the perfect amount of times. The food was all amazing. They're fairly small portions so you do end up spending quite a bit, but the quality is great! If you want the paella you have to order right when you arrive cause it's 30 mins to 45 mins for them to cook it. Paella Salvaje* 5/5 Grilled octopus 5/5 Spiced Beef Empanadas 3.5/5 (tasted like pasta on the inside no spice lol) hanger steak 5/5 Happy hour trio deal Patatas Bravas 3/5 meatballs 4/5 Chicken Jamón Croquettes 4.5/5 Wines were alright. We ordered the sherry dessert wine which was not a fan fave. The sparkling white wine on the HH was refreshing and pretty good, very dry. Overall, always a good experience. It wasn't too crazy on a Thursday night. The inside ambiance is nicer at night time than day time. I'll have to go back for HH again and order some apps and paella.

Barcelona Reston delivers a strong tapas experience with a few minor misses. The menu has a great…read morevariety, and overall the food quality is impressive. The standout for me was the patatas bravas--perfectly crispy potatoes paired with a spectacular garlic aioli. The truffle sheep's cheese was also outstanding, rich and flavorful, although the truffle honey didn't quite deliver on its promise--I could barely taste the truffle. It also only came with one slice of toasted bread, but thankfully the bread service helped stretch the dish (and even then, there was still cheese left over). The spiced beef empanadas were nicely crisp and satisfying. The grilled octopus, however, was just okay--slightly over-charred, which made it hard to fully appreciate the flavor. On the other hand, the paella salvaje was excellent, loaded with chicken, gaucho sausage, pork belly, chickpeas, and pickled onions. Definitely a must-order--but be sure to put it in early since it takes a while to prepare. For dessert, the flan catalan was a great finish--not overly sweet and nicely balanced. The wine list is another highlight, with plenty of good options available by the glass. We ordered the paella first and followed it with four tapas, which ended up being plenty of food for four people. Pricing came out to about $45 per person before tip, which felt reasonable for the quality and quantity. The interior has a warm, stylish vibe with lots of wood and dark tones, though it does feel a bit cramped--tables and booths are quite close together, and it can get pretty loud. Service was friendly and well-paced. It does get busy during peak hours, so reservations are highly recommended (they use Tock). Overall, a great spot for tapas with a lively atmosphere--just be prepared for some noise and tight seating.

The food was excellent, and the ambience had a wonderfully eclectic charm. I especially appreciated…read morethe artwork and the painter's style throughout the space. Our server was incredibly helpful and provided top-notch customer service that made the experience even better. Unfortunately, the hostess left a very different impression. They came across as rude and passive-aggressive, which was disappointing since they are the first point of contact for guests. I understand weekends can get busy and stressful, but a more welcoming and professional attitude would greatly improve the overall experience.

We have always had such good experiences with the restaurant! The food, the staff - always super…read morefun! We always take my dog as he enjoys going out - the last time we went to palette 22 i dont know if they were just insanely busy? They normally either have dog bowls out or ask you when you sit down does your pup want a bowl. The last waiter we had did not. I asked probably 5 times. I finally just gave my dog water out of my cup... and they got mad. They then apologized and "would offer me free drinks next time." Sorry guys there isn't going to be a next time since you're unable to accommodate to a very dog friendly area.

Very homey style restaurant with friendly waiters! We made a reservation but I don't think you…read morewould need one. Hot toddy - waiter recommended, it's hot and has honey lemon taste like a tea but the alcohol is also a bit strong 2/5 Pineapple margarita - very very strong almost like straight alcohol lol 1/5 Red sangria - super well balanced and fruity! Very yummy 4/5 White sangria - a little bit sharper alcohol flavor and less well balanced but still good 3/5 Embutido Combo - Jamon Serrano, Salchichon de Vic, Chorizo Iberico - I'm not sure which is which so going by the picture left to right. A little spicy, overall good quality but I do think they put a bit too much oil which made it have an extra oil taste 2.5/5 Middle - like prosciutto this is the best one! Not dry at all in any area and not too salty 3.75/5 Right - least favorite but it is still good overall. Taste a little less yummy than the one on the right even though the one on the right is too oily 2/5 Queso Mahon - rich and cheesy. Not too sticky and very soft. I like the little fruit it comes with too 3/5 Seared scallop - usually squid in rice I feel like is just color but this one was super savory and delicious with a unique taste too that I'm thinking must be from the ink! It's made super well and the crispy sear on the scallop adds so much flavor but also the scallop was not overcooked at all, super bouncy and tender. 4.5/5 Spanish risotto - very moist and yummy! Even though it's just vegetables it's made well 3.75/5 Crispy pork belly - falls apart and very tender. Not dry at all! Unfortunately too salty though. Also very heavy. Meat too salty but veggies it came with like potato that soaks up the flavor was like inedible too salty 2/5 Seafood paella - I think it came out a bit faster than 40 minutes but I didn't keep track. Large serving size! Wish there was more seafood but lots of rice! Very moist and flavorful rice, seafood flavor comes through too! Wish they cooked it longer though since bottom is not crispy at all. Shrimp is overcooked unfortunately but individually seasoned. All the squids and octopus don't have much flavor but cooked well and not chewy at all. Mussels were good too but had some weird webbing on some pieces that made me not want to eat it and size is a bit small. Needs more seafood to balance the rice amount 4.25/5 Crimini mushroom - weird with the poached egg especially since there's a bunch of mushroom liquid below that I think would mix weirdly together. But ignoring that, the mushrooms themselves were very flavorful and actually taste really great with paella! 3.75/5 Basque cheesecake - very heavy and dense. Jam is not too sweet which is nice 1.5/5 Churros - very airy and light inside! The fried part is more than double the inside though so wish that was a little less thick so it can be a little less oily but still overall light. Came very warm and the dipping sauces were very liquidy. Chocolate is on the darker side which is a nice match 3/5

I went to Atxondo hoping to taste the work of a Basque chef, and found out that the new chef is…read morefrom El Salvador, but has studied cookery in Spain. After having a full meal with cocktails, appetizer, entree, dessert and coffee (about $70 per person), I concluded that Atxondo will be a definite future destination for Happy Hour and light bites, but that my full meal dining dollars will be spent elsewhere. The Patatas Bravas (Fingerling Potatoes) were outstanding, with their two tasty sauces and rich, crispy flavor and texture. The Hibiscus Margarita with its salt and tajín rim was good enough to warrant a second one... but the Sangria was lackluster due to the complete absence of cut-up fresh fruit in my glass. The "Crispy Duck Breast" is no longer served whole, but sliced on a bed of sauteed kale... and, sadly, seemed to be only a shadow of its former self. The Lamb Meatballs suffered from being mushy (a coarser grind would have made a world of difference in the texture) and lacked that meaty exuberance one treasures in any kind of meatball. My serving of Basque Cheesecake was almost comically tiny (at $9 per serving, perhaps not so funny after all). But my cup of Americano came out of the espresso machine strapping strong and piping hot, with a gorgeous head of natural crema from the oil of the coffee beans. So I will definitely return for a future Happy Hour to devour the outstanding Patatas Bravas and sip the good Margaritas, and to try the bargain Manchego Burger and other Happy Hour bites. For serious dining, Atxondo falls short of the mark... but for drinks and bar food, Atxondo turns out to be a real neighborhood gem. .

A takeout staple for us. They claim to make the best Neapolitan-style pizza in Maryland. I would…read moredisagree, could make the case that it's the best Neapolitan-style pizza in the DMV. Their pie is on point- soft and airy with a slightly soupy texture towards the center. The crust is light and crunchy. The pizza sauce has just the right acidity. We often get their cheese pizza, all the better to enjoy the execution! (Although their pepperoni is pretty solid too). They have a wide range of veggie-friendly sides, at reasonable prices. If you're looking for low-energy weeknight takeout with healthy options, this works well. Friendly service to top it off - they're very quick!

was really excited for piccoli westbard to open so that we could try some new italian, and they…read moredidn't disappoint! the pizza is great -- we order pizza in almost every weekend, and it quickly began our go-to (tied with AP). we love their pizzas -- have tried serval now, and always fresh and delicious ingredients, just the right amount of cheese, and crispy thin crust. but what knocked our socks off the most is the mushroom arancini. it's *so good*. idk what it is, maybe the cheese is melted just right, but we can't get enough. haven't tried their pastas yet bc the pizzas are too good to stray from! we also haven't eaten in yet, but i walk by all the time and the vibes are great (casual, lots of outdoor seating).

Ordered 12 different pizzas for a pizza tasting party and they were all great! Attendees were…read moreinitially skeptical about the Indian-pizza fusion, but they were devotees after tasting, with several wanted to know where I got the pizza from so they could order as well. Additionally, the owner was very helpful with working with me on some food allergies that the group had. Overall, a great experience, and while all the pizzas were good the Palak Paneer, Thai Chicken, Spicy Curry Chicken and Aushak were the standouts. Be bold and try the "Wacky Pizzas", they are great!

Fantastic!! The owner greeted us and he was so friendly and personable. This is a small take out…read morekind of spot and it is worthwhile to check out! Their menu is so unique. This isn't an ordinary pizza spot! Their pizzas are centered around Asian cuisines (think Indian, Thai, etc. and spices!) and they have a lot of other non-pizza options too. The pizza I ordered was absolutely delicious. I would love to come back and try more things. It's the kind of place where you want to try something new each time.