This is one of the little Cafe near by the hotel we stayed when we went to Maryland recently…read more The place is pretty cute, bright and airy. Some seatings were comfy (the ones in the back) and the others was a bit hard. Most of the pastries are in the middle with sweet ones on one side and savoys on the other. The price was really reasonable. I saw so many savoy ones I would love to try if I ever visit at BF time. I saw they have Cronut (Croissant and Donut in one). I had had Cronut in Vegas (at the Paris Hotel), but the ones here looked a little different so I wanted to try. Mistake. It was extremely greasy. The oil soaked through the paper plate and I had to squeeze the pieces I cut with napkins to get as much oil out as possible. I would give it a 2 star, it would have been good if not so oily. The egg tarts on the other hand deserved a 5 star. Love it. The latte tasted fine, but it took them a while to make it (almost 10 mins) and served in the normal paper cup, I was hoping for a nice latte art since it took so long. Overall it is a wonderful place to sit around and enjoy some quiet time, just don't get the cronut unless they cut down on the oil...

UPDATE: The last few times I've been here it just hasn't been as good. The food options have faded…read moreand the drinks have just been okay. The tofu steam bun -- easily my favorite lunch item in the area -- really didn't work. It's still an interesting experience but I really can't recommend a place I now avoid. --- PROS - Interesting selection, interesting food, lots of options, overall friendly staff. - Bathrooms were clean. The interior of the restaurant seemed like a good meeting/date spot. Although they had Wifi, I wouldn't call this a great place to come and study or get work done, although I saw people doing that. I've had the Vietnamese coffee twice, the first time was great, the second time was just okay. Food items are very unique, so much so I didn't like some of them but I still enjoyed the experience. Try something that sounds weird, it's half the fun of coming in here. CONS * Allergies - it wasn't clear what all everything was made with so if you're trying to avoid gluten or peanuts or eggs, I didn't see much on ingredients. I know for some people that's a red flag. * The tea. We just thought it was above average but not amazing. I mean its right in the name, come on. * Collecting items - you gotta look for the little trays and the salad tongs. That's what you use to grab stuff out of the cases. I know for most people that was super obvious but it wasn't for me. * Summertime note: during the hotter months I've noticed they seem to have some issues with keeping things cool.

Nordstrom offers a semi-full service cafe at its Tyson's Corner location. You order at the front…read morecounter, find a table, and the waitstaff greet you, provide utensils, bread service, and your meal. They stop by the see if you need any addition items, such as more tea or coffee. The food is good and the atmosphere is comfortable. We went in for soup, coffee, and tea. We had the French onion soup and the featured soup, which was a Turkey and bean semi-chili. Both were delicious and hit the spot after an afternoon of shopping. They also have larger meals and desserts, as well as wine and cocktails. I'm glad we found this cafe.

From the moment we arrived, everything about our experience was exceptional--from the inviting…read moreatmosphere to the flavorful food and, most notably, the impeccable service. Our server, Gabriel, truly elevated our lunch into something memorable. He recommended the salmon BLT, and I'm so glad I followed his suggestion--it was absolutely delicious. The ingredients were fresh, the flavors were perfectly balanced, and the salmon was cooked to perfection. What truly set this visit apart, however, was Gabriel's service. His warm demeanor, attentiveness, and professionalism were five-star across the board. He anticipated our needs without being intrusive and made us feel genuinely welcome throughout the meal. It was such a pleasant afternoon, made even better by how well we were cared for. I wholeheartedly recommend this spot for lunch--and if you have the chance, definitely ask to be seated with Gabriel. Two thumbs up!

I'm so happy to stumble upon Rock Cafe, because there are not many (or any other) places to grab a…read morebite to eat within Bedford building complex. The cafe on the ground floor of Total Wine HA. The entrance might be a bit hard to find, but it is on the side that is facing the main road. While it's a small cafe, it has a menu that contains various salads, soups, and sandwiches. Also, I believe Rock Cafe has Indian food on Mondays and Thursdays. Since I visited on a Thursday and didn't want a sandwich, I decided to go with the Butter Chicken. OMG! The dish was so yummy. In fact, the plan was to eat half of it and save the rest for dinner. However, it was so delicious that I ate the entire thing! The owner/manager has a great rapport with the Rock Cafe's visitors and seems to be on a first name basis with many of them. I have a feeling that I will have a few more lunches at Rock Cafe.

I was looking for a place to grab a quick lunch. There is no sign outside of the building but did…read moresee another review to go around the building from the secured entrance. I decided on a chicken salad on whole grain. As I waited for my sandwich, I noticed how they knew everyone. Frank addressed everyone by name. I definitely got a good vibe for this place. My sandwich was terrific. And if I find myself in the area again, I would definitely stop by and try other items.

So happy to have an espresso boutique nearby. This location is pretty busy especially on the…read moreweekends. But I've had great service each time I've gone. Staff is helpful. They have what I want in stock. The Nespresso bar is great at sampling the new things before buying a sleeve. Love that I can also drop off my used capsules for recycling!

Great store. I usually go to the one in Tyson's but I was around this area. Staff is super friendly…read moreand helpful. Would definitely come back.

The service was really good. When we ordered a salad, they split it in half for us even though we…read moredidn't even ask them to do that. Our server Angelica was excellent! They swapped plates between courses. They filled up water fast. And the Bill came fast! We ordered one seasonal salad with shrimp added. Veggies were a little dried but good enough with hint of berries and dressing. Pizza was so crispy with a lot of mushrooms and truffle oil. Thin crust. They also gave two small bread as complimentary. Plenty of garage parking. Located in Nordstrom.

TL;DR: Michelin 3-starred Service by Angelica elevates a…read morefancy-casual cafe into an unassuming culinary treasure hidden in a suburban department store! Details: Having enjoyed Nordstrom's sit-down restaurant in Tysons Corner since 2023 (different name, "Marketplace Cafe" but same base menu), my dining companion and I were eager to try Ruscello. Having frequented Ruscello in its previous incarnation (Nordstrom Cafe Bethesda), we were very familiar with the spot and enjoyed many lunches there from the mid through late-1990's. As with Marketplace Cafe, Ruscello Bethesda has the same core menu offerings together with seasonal specials unique to its location. Our first 4 visits to Ruscello were great in terms of food and service--in line with Nordstrom's long-standing reputation as a classy department store that often overdelivers service-wise relative to its price bracket. However, in our most recent visit, the overall experience was on another level thanks to the superlative service led by Angelina! In our 3+ decades of dining out, we can confidently say that Angelina's quality of service is comparable to those of the best servers at the finest of big city dining destinations, including that of Michelin 3-Starred restaurants! Not only was she courteous, friendly, helpful, and attentive, she read our minds! To begin, when we requested our usual Hot Water with Lemon, she had them brought out with Mint--an ingredient which we love but never thought about requesting for our go-to hot beverage! Seeing that we were making our way through the hot water and listening to our appreciation for the addition of mint, she brought out some more without prompt! It is these finer details that can make such a major difference in terms of service! As for the food, we ordered the seasonal special of Braised Beef Sandwich with Blueberry Glaze, White Cheddar, Garlic Aioli, Pickled Onion, and Arugula that Angelina raved about (choosing the Garden Salad as the accompiment), as well as the Penne Bolognese with Spicy Italian Sausage from the regular menu. When we expressed that we wanted whichever dish was ready first, our pasta arrived beautifully as a split entree shortly after our lemon-mint tea. The pasta was piping hot and fresh, perfectly seasoned, and harmonious in flavors. Next came the Sandwich, which also arrived a split entree with a generous portion of fancy greens: ample amounts of frisée to elevate the mesclun leaves, cherry tomatoes, parmesan, and delicate vinaigrette. The beef was flavorful with demi-glace savoriness and herbiness with a touch of sweetness from the blueberry as well as retaining its juiciness and perfectly matching the gooey cheese and aioli while refreshed by pickled onions and arugula. While the pasta was terrific, the Braised Beef Sandwich was absolutely stellar, which is on par with a top-tiered dish at the fanciest of boutique steakhouses! On our immediately prior visits, we also absolutely enjoyed their Heirloom Tomato and Burrata elevated by a magical Basil Pesto, EVOO, and Grilled Sourdough Crouton as well as a crispy-crusted and savory-explosion of Truffle Mushroom Pizza (thin-crust) with Alfredo Sauce, Asiago, Mozzarella, Provolone, and Truffle-Parmesan Spice Blend. The Cod Fish & Chips has been the rare exception dish that didn't hit the mark. All in all, Angelina transformed Ruscello Bethesda from a classy cafe into a true fine dining experience in a very approachable setting. We are absolutely hooked and will be returning to try more of their menu, including the Strawberry Shortcake special that we wanted to try on our recent visit but were too full to properly enjoy.

No stars .. It's was…read morea nice for lunch until my daughter and I got sick. It took us two weeks to feel better.. All the owner did was say sorry... I will never go there again.. We both had steak n cheese... Would NOT recommend for anyone.

I stopped in here 7-22-23 after my child care fingerprinting because I was hungry and to pass the…read moretime. It's really cute quant and manageable in here. And it's a working tv !! . They serve breakfast until 10:30am, I came in at 11:15am and they have wraps/sandwiches chips(the Good Kettle brand) and drinks sold separately. I'm indecisive but I went with the Chef club Turkey ham bacon American cheese (I swapped it out)" for provolone, it's a Cold sandwich tho I made it hot either way it was love!!!. On a sub roll is best!...your sandwich isn't skimped on with the meats it's a pretty good filling portion and the Sub roll is melted butter soft I just needed some olive oil & rosemary . The Sandwich was 7-8.00 Chips 1.65 drink 1.70 I think.. I loved that sandwich I started to get another one!!! But I got my mama one instead!! the young worker gave me American cheese it was made but it's cheese it could've been taken off as I asked may I swap it out or pay to swap if need be I forgot to! . She said it comes with it (like I didn't know that she refused) but the wonderful owner lady she said all you want is the cheese swapped and she did it for me! I'm super grateful. I'd definitely Return !!

Filo Cafe is a fast casual Filipino restaurant serving up fantastic food and a good assortment of…read morebeverages and desserts. I really enjoyed the lechon, which was extremely tender while maintaining a hard shell. I did not prefer the tapsilog which was a bit tough, but loved the tocilog. The highlight for me was the fried chicken, which is shockingly delicious. Flavorful, crispy, and juicy. Highly recommend a try. Best filipino restaurant we've tried in MoCo.

Overall enjoyed my experience at Filo Cafe. This was only my second time having Filipino food and I…read morewill definitely be eating it more. Filo Cafe is pretty small and they were having a pop up during my visit, which made it even more congested. At first I wasn't sure there'd be a table for me to eat at, but one opened up as soon as I was about to leave. I ordered the Bangusilog, which is fried milkfish (my first time trying this) and vegetable lumpia. The fish comes with garlic rice and a fried egg. The fish was perfectly fried and super flavorful. I enjoyed the crispy skin. The rice was also good and tasted fresh. The portion wasn't the biggest, but for the price it wasn't bad. In my opinion the lumpia was okay, but I appreciate them for having a vegetarian option! I will definitely be returning.

When I walked through the door, the enticing aroma of apple cake just made all of my cares go away…read more It smelled so good. Jamie, greeted me warmly and got my order ready right away. I have to tell you that my granddaughter absolutely adores Jamie's challah rolls. She has a severe gluten allergy and celiacs disease. So, to find a bakery that makes delicious baked goods that she can eat, is a true miracle. I even order extra to take home with her after our holiday dinner. Red Bandana's cupcakes have become a birthday staple in our home. The service, the selection, and the quality are all fabulous. I even met my neighbor picking up baked goods at the same time. The very best part is that my granddaughter can feel just like everyone else, enjoying her delicious baked goods, with no fear of a food allergy reaction. Thank you Jamie and Red Bandana Bakery.

Ordered a cake from here for my aunt who is gluten intolerant and does not consume dairy. Ordering…read morethe cake was very easy; I had questions and they answered through the number which you can text. The cake ordering form is also very clear and easy to do substitutions and customizations. They were very friendly through the whole process and pickup was very smooth. As for the cake itself, I am personally not that well versed in gluten free/ dairy free desserts but my aunt enjoyed the cake! The cake to me was both moist but also dense at the same time; I personally like a more fluffy/ airy cake but that's my preference. The strawberry frosting was on the sweeter side; dense and sweet but honestly very nice strawberry flavor. The cake itself was beautiful! The filling was apricot reserves/jam. It was yummy, but I did feel like maybe it wasn't enough filling/ there needed to be something else in there as well that's light and airy to offset the more dense cake. Overall though, I would definitely come here again for a gluten-free/dairy free cake. The people here and the service here is excellent and the cakes are beautiful.