From the time I stepped in the door to the time I walked out, customer service was exceptional. The…read morefood was great. Had beef sliders and old bay fries. I couldn't stop eating fries. The mocha latte with a shot of caramel was bomb. Also, the best part....playing the games. They have endless. There isn't enough time in the day to play em all. I didn't know so many board games existed... They are also very open to helping you select a game if you are overwhelmed. I'll be back. ESPECIALLY for those damn 2nd time there was cool. However, we had five people and wanted a

Versatile offerings. Peaceful accommodations. Friendly and interested staff. (Visited spring 2017)…read moreI enjoyed my time here with the food, beverages, and community. I loved seeing a need met in College Park, and all the college students are respectful and conscientious. I would recommend to anyone, and definitely let the staff know if you need recommendations on game options.

My go to is their latte with oat milk, though I love a specialty drink, especially if it's not…read moresuper sweet. This year the chai-nog was that drink. Creamy and spicy without too much sweetness. I often get my coffee beans from here. They print their roast date on the bottom of the bag (roasted at their hyattsville location) and they always have a great variety of beans. Occasionally I'll get an almond croissant and enjoy it if there's seating. On nice days, there are benches right outside, even with a view of the parking lot and the construction across the street, it can be nice. I enjoy this location, though parking is tight. If you're not lucky enough to get a spot, you can park next door in the paid lot behind the businesses right past Vigilante.

Great coffee shop with a nice vibe and decor. We ordered a cappuccino and a macchiato. The…read morecappuccino was creamy, well-balanced, and served at the perfect temperature. The espresso was smooth and mild -- not too bitter or sour. The service was average, as I waited over 10 minutes to receive my drink. Prices were reasonable for a small coffee shop. There is a seating area, but depending on the day and time, it can get very crowded and the music can be quite loud. It's not the best place if you're looking for a quiet spot to sit and read. There's a small parking lot in front of the shop, but spaces are limited. Some customers park briefly to grab drinks and leave, and if your car gets blocked in, you may need to wait before exiting.

Pretty cafe over in College Park. Get their Hong Kong Style hot milk tea with no toppings and…read moreyou'll get your drink in this niiiice glass bottle to-go! Pretty good drink, not too sweet. Smooth. Cozy vibes here perfect for an easy morning coffee/tea or study sesh. Plenty of parking in the back. Honestly will go back just for these glass containers. Recommended!

Ive had more than my share of milk teas here in the US, overseas in the land of boba, Taiwan, and…read morein HK and this place sadly fell short of what it could be. First, their location is very inconvenient unless you are on foot, which may be great for U of MD students, but if you are in a car, its a disaster when it comes to parking. This business even has a sign saying ask about a parking pass and they are not responsible if your car is towed. This alone makes this place already super unattractive. I fought my instincts and gave this place a try, but honestly, felt like I wasted $12. They have a digital kiosk where you can order your drinks and I chose a HK style milk tea (hot) with less sugar and also a jasmine milk tea with boba. The ordering for the jasmine tea was weird because it has an option to choose $1 extra for boba but if you scroll a little further down, you can get boba, no extra charge. I thought that was a bit sneaky, which I didn't appreciate. I waited about 15 min and then my order was ready. The HK style milk tea was supposed to be in a glass container but I only saw the sign after I ordered that they didnt have glass containers. That really sucked. The other issue is that when my HK style milk tea (hot) was ready, it was barely warm, which also was disappointing as it was a bit cool outside and I wanted something hot to warm me up. The HK milk tea also wasn't that great either, nothing special. I've had HK milk teas for about $2 elsewhere and they were great, but this was overpriced and lukewarm. I wont be ordering this again. The other drink seemed OK as I ordered it for someone else. I also thought this place was kind of dirty and could have been more clean. Not sure why the windows looked so dirty. I found the place kind of gross and it just didnt feel as clean as I like businesses to be. Overall, a pretty underwhelming experience. You get one chance to make a good impression especially when there are so many boba options available. I definitely wont be coming back here again.

Over love that this is a black woman owned coffee spot nestled nicely in the community. All City…read moreCafe is one of those spots that feels easy to settle into. They serve the basics well coffee, tea, and a solid mix of small bites, sweets, and made to order sandwiches that actually hit. The space works for whatever you need that day. You can pull up with your laptop and get work done, or just sit back and people watch without feeling rushed. It is family friendly but still calm enough if you are trying to focus. Overall, it is a cozy, reliable spot that does not try too hard but still delivers.

This is indeed a hidden gem. I stopped by earlier today and it was my first time, but certainly…read morewon't be my last! This cute, cozy cafe is open early. There's seating available. I was warmly greeted. I did a to go order - a vanilla latte and an almond croissant. There's some breakfast, lunch and dessert items.

My server Chavara customer service was amazing, professional and very knowledgeable of the menu and…read morevery engaging! Her recommendations were on point! The food is delicious! The restaurant is clean, music is good! My overall experience was wonderfu! I will definitely be visiting again soon and with friend!

Have been to Milk & Honey a couple times and I'm never disappointed by the food! Huge portions as…read morewell. I've had their brunch (the french toast is incredible) and now their dinner. To my surprise, they had the biscoff chicken & waffle available for dinner too, so of course I had to try it and it was delicious. The chicken was flavorful and the waffle was well made (just the right amount of crispness). There was a biscoff cookie on top of the whipped cream and biscoff butter on the waffle, but the butter didn't add much in terms of flavor. The mac and cheese is solid and plentiful. They also participate in restaurant week so you can get a good amount of food for $35. However the sweet potato bread pudding was bland. The servers were very friendly and patient so the overall experience was enjoyable. The College Park restaurant is small so I recommend making a reservation especially for brunch so you don't have as long of a wait.

I wanted a quick spot to relax on a day off from work and found vigilante. It's a cool spot with…read morecool people working there, I can see why the place is popular for college students and wfh enthusiasts. I had a small classic açaí bowl with no blueberries and an iced matcha. When they say small, they mean it but it's honestly just enough. The açaí was honestly a highlight for me and I'd easily come back for it.

I've been to Vigilante Coffee many times at both the Hyattsville and College Park locations. During…read morewarmer months it's usually packed on weekends, so the slower pace in colder weather felt expected. I ordered online and grabbed the 16 oz salted maple latte. Smooth, balanced, and not overly sweet. Their mocha is also really good and always consistent. It's one of those spots where you'll see people holding meetings, studying, or casually linking up with neighbors from outside their own area. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming. They offer plenty of drink and food options, and the croissants I've tried have always been fresh. I also love being able to see the coffee machines in action. The staff is consistently friendly and smiling, which makes you want to keep coming back. Definitely worth a visit if you're near either location.

I cant believe that this was only my third visit. Ever since I read about Manifest Bread opening…read moreshop in Riverdale, I've meant to visit but kept forgetting to until a couple months ago and now I will make a more concerted effort to stop by on my day off. Manifest Bread not only has a neat variety of menu options but, the ambiance!!! It's a cool interior, clean bathrooms, and AMAZING STAFF! I've come twice for breakfast and once for their jambon beurre sandwich. My first breakfast included: - sweet potato bialy: interesting-in-a-good way grouping of ingredients and the crust was crisp - biscuit with butter & jam: biscuit was flaky, crisp, and yet doughy; the right amount of butter, and jam provided tartiness/refreshing bite - olive oil cake: no complaints! My second breakfast included: - biscuit with butter & jam: a must have! - basque cheesecake: I have to be in the mood for cheesecake and I'd aay it was "light and airy" but may not be the best judge here - cardamom bun: last 2 times I came here, the cardamom bun was coated in a thick white frosting, but this time, it was different, so i HAD to go for it and for a fan of cardamom, this was superbub! ABUNDANT amountof cardamom and right amount of moistness! I would have ordered a bialy again but new I was going to have a big lunch so will get it next time. The jambon beurre sandwich was not what I had expected as it was more...flavourful and salty than I would have preferred as I like a plain butter and ham on a baguette sandwich...however, you can taste the quality of the meats used. UPDATE: Went back for breakfast and this time got the mulled apple cider and: - onion poppyseed bialy: I did not need creamcheese with this and it was fine, but if you eat the crust with butter and the apple butter - yum. Crust was on the tough-chew side, but flavor profile was good. Now that I've had it again, will stick to the biscuit. - morning bun: very flaky, crisp, snd the sugar just got all over and me being a messy eater, I felt like I got the sugar all over me and sticky, too. Flavour was great, buuuut... - buttermilk biscuit with butter and apple butter: yum!!!!

I've purchased their baked goods at regional farmers' markets and wanted to see the brick & mortar…read morestore for myself. It's located in a convenient, small shopping center off of Route 1. Parking is challenging at peak times. The selection of baked goods is varied and fresh. The line to buy items can get long. There's a decent-sized space to "eat-in", should you want. The sweet potato/chili/pistachio bialy is quite a creation, really like it, zings big time. I've never seen that flavor combo in a bialy before and hope they keep making it. The gingerbread with meyer lemon glaze has a very deep ginger flavor that's quite memorable. Not as keen about the breads. The community sandwich loaf is too plain for me and the sourdough breads are tame.

I came here on a whim and got the best caramel frappe of my life. It wasn't too sweet and had the…read moreperfect balance of coffee (to me). We also got a double shot of espresso and the coffee was fresh and just perfect. Service was perfect and they asked all the necessary questions such as dairy restrictions and if we wanted any add ons. The venue is beautiful they have music lightly playing in the background and a lot of people come here to work from home so perfect place to come to catch up with your friends , relax or work.

Came here for the first time with a friend around 10:30am on a Saturday. I ordered their medium…read morechai latte (hot) with no sweetner, and a ham and cheese croissant sandwich with havarti cheese and avocado. Total came out to approximately $18. What's Hot - Quality. My egg and cheese croissant sandwich, which I ordered with havarti cheese and avocado was delicious. It was served warm. Everything was soft and tender. My sandwich was not overly salty, as well, which I appreciated. I was also surprised that my sandwich was served with fries. The fries were tasty, but too thin for my liking. My chai tea latte was also yummy, not too frothy, and not sweet, as I ordered no sweetener. - Menu. There appears to be something for everyone- coffee, non-caffeinated drinks, sweet baked good, savory baked goods, non-dairy options, and full meals. - Service. The time I waited for my order to be ready was fairly brief. Probably less than 10 minutes. My drink and food were ready separately and did not come together. They call out your name for your order, so make sure you are paying attention. - Price. For spending less than $20 on a meal, I would say it's pretty good value for money. My egg and cheese croissant sandwich was also substantive and not skimpy, which was good. - Layout. The inside has a pretty good space. There are counters with high stool seating, and a fair amount of tables and chair for regular seating, as well. - Location. Convenient, especially to other restaurants and shops. there is also parking in the area. However, be prepared to spend time and money on parking, depending on the day and time you come. What's Not - Service. It appears to be mostly self-service. After you enter their front entrance, there are two kiosks for self-service ordering. On the one hand, it's helpful if you know what you're ordering. On the other hand, if you have questions, their kiosks are not conducive for that. They have baked goods section, which appears to also be self-serve. However, I was uncertain how that actually worked, because I did not see an in-person cashier. - Layout. Depending on the size of your group, and day and time you come, seating can be difficult to come by. Most of their seating appears to be cramped, as well (i.e., many of their sit down tables and chairs are very close together). - Acoustics. They play music inside at a volume that is not very conducive for conversation. - Parking. There is parking in the area, but it can be difficult to find, depending on the day and time you come. On the day my friend and I were here, there was a lot of snow piled up, so finding street parking was very difficult. There are parking lots in the area, most of which are paid parking, so be mindful of the time you spend. There appears to be free parking in the area, but those are not easy to come by depending on the day and time. Final Answer Willing to come back, but probably not a first choice.

I know I have already posted twice about Koma, but this is the first time I have been there for…read morelunch. Another review is warranted. I am happy to say that lunch is also a 5-star experience. I had the most delicious egg salad sandwich, where every component was first rate, both the egg salad itself and the wonderfully seasoned and perfectly toasted roll. Fried shallots take it to the next level. You can choose either chips or salad to go with it. I got the salad, which is fresh and has just the right amount of delicious dressing. I make a mean sandwich myself at home, so it is really a lot for me to compliment one I eat outside. Part of it is Koma's ambience, which is cool without being pretentious. Sometimes eating out is just because you wanna be someplace that gives off good vibes. You know?

I haven't been able to visit in a while and Spring Break traffic patterns allowed me to stop in…read moreand not be late for work. The atmosphere is always welcoming and I haven't had tried the entire menu but what I have had has been solid. Breakfast or lunch, stop by and support a local gem in the community.