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    4.8 (32 reviews)

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    Pesto Caesar Salad
    Carlena F.

    This place was phenomenal! I stumbled upon it while leaving Trader Joe's. I didn't know what I wanted because everything looked delicious. I had the pesto Caesar salad. It was delicious! It had Kale with bulgur, grape tomatoes, shaved parmesan, lime pickled onions, and pita chips; Pesto Vinaigrette & Caesar dressing, with a kick of Sriracha; Grilled Chicken. The chicken was seasoned and cooked to PERFECTION! The staff were very pleasant and patient with me while I ordered. It's a nice sized place, perfect to grab a quick lunch if you're in the college park area. Reasonably priced for the amount of food they give you.

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    Maria P.

    My new favorite salad place! I ordered via Uber Eats and couldn't be more thrilled with the quality. Their lemon zest chicken is perfectly seasoned, as well as the chimmichurri mushrooms. Sweet potatoes have a lovely texture, and so did the beets. I could ramble on and on about their food and how good it is, but you should just see for yourself. If you're looking for a new salad spot, this is it! Oh yeah, and be sure to get the dragonfruit green tea. It's delightful :D

    Southern w/ sweet potatoes & fresh jalapenos
    dan g.

    Will definitely go again! Tasty food with lots of options and a ton of vegan choices including beans, chick peas and 2 types of tofu. I had the Southern- which I guess was Southern because of the bbq tofu? It was tasty with charred corn, chick peas, kale, and a lemon tahini dressing. I added fresh jalapenos and sweet potato which was key! You can also build your own which my wife did and liked. Staff does seem to expect you to know the drill which isn't really clear to a new visitor. Traffic in College Park can be daunting but the food was served so fast we'll be back. 4 Stars because the rice was occasionally crunchy.

    Chicken over broccoli and tice
    Mimi M.

    The salad was excellent. However it was not the salad I had ordered. I wanted Brussels sprouts, brown rice, chili tofu and kale. I received white rice, broccoli, Brussels and chicken. Will work on being a vegan another day

    El Jefe
    Charles A.

    Workers nice and knowledgeable. Went with the El Jefe *with the works* , definitely will be back to try some of their other bowls .

    Johnnyboy D.

    I fell in love with this place. I've been looking for more healthier food options and I found it here. When I eat the food here I feel wider and fulfilled. I've been here four times in the last four days. Really good.

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    Rebecca C.

    Sunday July 2nd visit. Staff very friendly, portion size large enough for two servings, maybe a more tender piece of chicken option?

    El Jefe with the works. Extra side of Cilantro Lime & Chipotle Tabasco sauce.

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    Slamming! Chipotle who?! Mezze what?! Guilt free bowl with all the best fixings. I'll definitely be returning.

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    Love this place! So good. The food is fresh and the service is fast. Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!

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    Phenomenal taste, great location with easy parking close by, great portions and quality. Looking forward to my next visit!

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    Amazing customer service and the most kind workers in College Park. Always a great experience!

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    Fresh ingredients and great flavor! It's a quick meal to pick up after a long day at work.

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    tastefully amazing good service great energy and a lot of options for a great price!!!

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    sweetgreen - Healthy Salads, Wraps, and Bowls

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    3.8(135 reviews)
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    For a long time, I was very anti-spending a certain amount for a salad, but THIS was worth it. My…read morecoworkers would occasionally eat at Sweetgreen, and the FOMO I was feeling made me want to try it, so I did. I did an online order for pickup so i didnt get to interact with anyone or the space. I ordered the harvest bowl but customized it to my liking. To my harvest bowl I added spicy broccol, pickled onions, avocado, i replaced the goat cheese with parmesan and removed the balsamic vigera for the Lime Cilantro Jalapeno Vinaigrette, spicy cashew sauce, and green goddess ranch on the side. My salad was so good, I needed some privacy. It was also a good amount of food. I couldn't finish my food, so I actually saved half of it to eat an hour later :). I will most definitely be back and try some of the other bowls and salads !

    So fresh and clean!…read more I travel a lot for work. I also think too much about what to eat, where, and when. Hello Sweetgreen! This chain is very consistent. Honestly, no matter which one I go to I am always satisfied with the care they put into each of the ingredients and recipes. I can always count on it to be a consistent and healthy meal. Food: I don't remember what I got from this location but it SLAPPED! I think it was a local Protein plate! Yummy! You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. *Parking: There's plenty of parking considering it's on a college campus!

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    The Jerk Pit - Jamaican Beef Patty

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    3.2(792 reviews)
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    This is such a good place for great Jamaican food and vibes…read more I usually get jerk chicken or pork with white rice & mac and cheese but this time i was just swinging by for a beef patty... OMG I forgot how great they were! I got them super quickly since they're pre-made and sitting in a warmer but make sure to order ahead if you want something cooked. Forever a fave!

    Surprisingly, this spot is open on Sunday. We didn't expect service would be great (as it was…read moreMother's Day) but it was worse than expected. The location itself was in the cut; you would drive right by it if you're not paying attention - as I did. The restaurant appears to be a house remodel into a restaurant and gave off the vibe that the food was going to be good - straight JA hole in the wall vibe. We sat in the back area and no server came. So we put our order into the kiosk sadly. I think if you give the order to the guy at the register the food may come quicker - at least that would be my hope. Without a person to talk to, I hopped back online to at least get the drinks we ordered. An hour later, I finally made it to the cashier and our food and drink was ready. I didn't like that the cashier was badmouthing other staff audibly. Keep your dirty laundry to yourself. Come to find out, you can order from the table and the food arrives without haste! Jerk chicken- a bit spicy and good. Calalloo tastes decent even though I suspect it was doctored from a can. Rice and pease need sauce/dressing because it Iowa's extremely dry. Brown stew chicken was sweeter than I've ever had but edible. Plantains good. Cabbage really crunchy, not bad taste but I would like it to be cooked a little longer. I would go back to try other things if I thought the service would be better. I'd say go for it - maybe your experience will be different. The outdoor seating and smell of the food being smoked was nice.

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    The Greene Turtle

    The Greene Turtle

    2.8(17 reviews)
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    Ordered from this location off of Uber Eats and it was solid! Nothing great but did the job and was…read morereasonably tasty. Takeout or delivery is tough, it's never a great reflection of the restaurant but overall this was pretty good. I got the kids chicken sandwich with a side of funnel cake fries. Everything was a bit damp, but that's the delivery time, not them. The crab dip was interesting, the flavor was good but the texture was somehow watery and also burnt. I'm not sure if I'd ever go out of my way to dine here, but all of this for 35 bucks delivered to my hotel, I'm not mad!

    Hubby and I came here for the frist time for lunch on a weekend. We ordered appetizer trio with…read morepretzel bread sticks, hot honey mozarella sticks and fried pickles; the spicy jack stacked burger, and; carne asade bowl. Total came out to approximately $50, including tip, because we had a $10 coupon. What's Hot - Quality. Our appetizer trio was good. With the exception of the hot honey mozzarella sticks and fries, which I address below, our food was mostly good. My husband liked his burger. It was substantive and well-flavored. He also like the texture and consistency of the bun for his burger. My carne asade bowl was pretty good, especially because it came with wild rice, greens, and avocado. The pico de gallo salsa that came with my bowl had a very slightly spicy kick, as well. Pretty tasty. - Service. Reliable. We were surprised that we waited a decent amount of time for our food, because the restaurant was not busy at all when we arrived. There were less than 10 tables that were seated. However, their staff checked in on us and our orders were prepared without any issues. - Menu. Pretty decent variety and there appears to be something for everyone, even possibly vegans. - Price. For the quality and portions, it's pretty good value for money. They also have discounts for military and first responders, but I'm uncertain if that's on a daily basis and/or if it's just during happy hour. I saw this discount on one of the small stands on the table, but I don't remember the details. Point is to be aware of their discounts. - Layout. Pretty big layout. This restaurant has a lot of space and tvs. There are high tables and chairs, booths, and regular tables. It appears they're able to accommodate groups of different sizes, which is good. What's Not - Quality. The hot honey mozzarella sticks are nothing to write home about. My husband was disappointed in them, because it was essentially plain mozzarella sticks with some hot honey drizzled on them. He was expecting the flavor to be more embedded in the breading and/or cheese, but it wasn't. When our main dishes arrived, the fries that came with his burger were somewhat cool and not entirely cooked through. Their fries are also not flavorful. - Parking. Parking in this area is not easy to find. There is a parking lot in this plaza, but it is paid metered parking, with the exception of Sundays. Parking costs about $2 per hour. Parking in the nearby blocks are also metered and/or permit parking, so be aware of the day and time you go. Final Answer Would be willing to return, but not a first choice.

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    The Big Greek Cafe - Chicken Bowl Close

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    4.3(68 reviews)
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    This is another branches of restaurants I enjoy. This is in The Hillandale Shopping Center . Its…read moreof the interstate I 495 and New Hampsbire . This place has three location areas near Redlands, Maryland, Silver Spring, Maryland and the new one in Hillandale in Silver Spring, Maryland. This is a place of a new Culture Traditions and Legacy and more . This place has a huge parking area.that can be seen from New Hampshire Avenue. As you go inside to the right you see the dining area , To the left , They have an ialse to go get take out . Far down the restaurant area yoy see the barista cashier area wirh great cashier staff and Ooe concept kitchen where they perform their magic to make your best foods you could ever want or ever find anywhere else . I hadn't been back in 7 years since the pandemic. This was my first time back . I handed in my resume to get the csshierand food runner position there . This place has their huge menus sign abive the barista when ordering inside or people can call in from ordering through the internet website QR CODE. MY Favorite things there are baklava , Spinalcopuda , Little Lamb Giro and more . This is a place where others tgat come there can be a part of something much bigger than themselves exploring and encountering a new Culture language and heritage. I hooe to come back here again sometime soon to have a new Job in Uganda the management will give me a chance prove myself what I can do as cashier and food runner . This place is a good place to come too to kick back and relax and have a great time . Please all Americans , Let's come back together there to boost business in . Thats why im writing this review on yelp to help the business . They desperately need our attention ro regain business . What happened during the Covid Pandemic it was unlawful inexcusable unprofessional Reprehensible irresponsible, Cruel , And down right wrong. We have a chance to prove we are the better men. This is our time to prove it once again. The food and the staff and customer service are fantastic here . This is a great Restaurant ti fone too in the hillandale Shopping Center. Come and enjoy yourself . If you love this place as I do, This place is for you. We all look forward to seeing you all there very soon.

    I remember how delicious Big Greek was back in the day. They had the Big Greek fries for (I think)…read more$5, and gyros for a special price as well one day per week. My colleagues and I were obsessed, as was everyone else! Now it's just...average. Not sure if trying döner and shawarma made me feel like gyro is just a knock-off, or the quality went down, or I just don't like it anymore...but their prices are fair. There is ample parking. It doesn't taste bad. It's just...kinda average when compared to other options. Sad this day has come, because I really did love them way back when. In fact, I was a supporter. I also had nothing to compare it to, so maybe that's why. Oh well.

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