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    Taqueria El Cabrito

    3.7 (31 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Annapolis burrito, carne asada taco
    Kit H.

    Authentic Mexican. As a SoCal girl, I'm picky about my Mexican food and this place really does it for me. Prices are pretty good, too.

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    Paloma V.

    Food was great value. 3 tacos with rice and beans for $10. My cuerito, Al pastor and cachete tacos were delicious. Setting is simple but service is kind and speedy. Will be back!

    Precio el moicajete $21 más taxes $22.26 Pero en el menú cuesta $18

    Prices are $3 more than what the actual price that is mention in their own menu. I ask why they told me that's what the computer register says and I asked them again they told me those are old prices but they keep using the menu with old prices

    First J.

    This review is from a native Mexican. These tacos, by far, are the freaking best. The Cueritos (pork) tacos are my favorite. Everything so far I've tried in this place is really really good. It reminds me of street food in Mexico City. If you are a bougie individual that complains about everything ie parking, utensils, paint job, gloves etc.. stay away. If you LOVE real authentic Mexican food from a hole in the wall you will absolutely LOVE it. Thank me later!!! There aren't any managers here, so Karen you can't ask for one. I freaking love this place. Let's keep it going. Btw we tried the pozole today (green and red ) and man...I'm sweating.

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    This taqueria leans more towards Mexican than Salvadoran, and is a very much welcomed addition to the already formidable restaurant scene in Wheaton, MD. Yeah, it's just a little kitchen attached to the Exxon station, but they have enchiladas verdes and chilequiles on the menu and they are SOLID. The salsas are great - not 100% sure but I think the green is a tomatillo with a little avocado and the red-rust-ish colored hotter one is a fried arbol chile based concoction. I used to frequent their Laurel location on my way to pick up orders from Total Wine, so when I recognized their 'Little Goat' Cabrito sign, I had high hopes it was the same people and hey, it is!

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    Food is good costumer service is not don't even bother calling they never pick up the phone !

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    For the money, it's hard to beat. The menudo, tacos al pastor, Mexican eggs a la Mexicana with chorizo, and others, delicious .

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    Don't be turned off by the fact they operate out of a gas station, their food is anything but gas station quality.

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    Yett Gol - Bibim Nang Myun

    Yett Gol

    4.3(131 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    Ahh I love invigorating Korean food. Came to this place after having a silver spring adventure and…read morewe exhausted. This food put satisfying smiles on all our faces. I ordered a tofu soup with miso base and a kimchi pancake for the table. The pajeon was so appetizing I may have forgotten to take a picture before we dug in, and the tofu soup was just very warming. I didn't want anything spicy or I would've gotten a jjigae. You'll notice if you come here that this place is frequented by local Koreans, which tells you this is a good spot haha

    Not sure I'm following the collective psychosis that believes Yett Gol is good, let alone anything…read morespecial. The seolleongtang mostly tasted like the salt that was added tableside. The predominant flavor of the kimchi jjigage was gochugaru. The haemul pajeon didn't have much seafood and came with several burnt spots. The japchae was extremely oily and included very few vegetables. I make better Korean food at home just by watching Maangchi videos. Speaking of videos, the only reason I found this place was through a TikTok, which offered a rave review and showed a packed restaurant. I guess this is how I know FoodTok has officially reached the mainstream, because I'm seeing more and more staged scenarios and dubious opinions. The only thing anybody had anything positive to say about was the rice, which was technically perfect. There is an old adage that goes, "you can judge a restaurant based on how well they cook their rice." But if you have a table full of food and the only thing people want to finish is the rice, then you've got a whole other problem.

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    Yett Gol - 10/15/23 Something strange going on. Ms Kim investigates the surroundings.

    10/15/23 Something strange going on. Ms Kim investigates the surroundings.

    Yett Gol - Hae Mul Pajun

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    Yu Noodles - Dumplings

    Yu Noodles

    4.5(115 reviews)
    3.5 mi
    $$

    Came here for lunch with a friend on a weekend. We ate family style and ordered the scallion…read morepancakes, the spicy sesame paste tofu, the spicy oil wonton pork, the chive and pork dumplings and the sesame balls (filled with red bean paste). Total (not including tip) came out to approximately $49. What's Hot - Menu. Excellent. It's also written in Chinese in addition to English. For those of us familiar with traditional ethnic Chinese food, a menu written in Chinese is a good sign. They have traditional Taiwanese and Chinese food like scallion pancakes, sesame balls, beef noodle soup, soup dumplings, etc... Very good variety and there appears to be something for everyone, possibly with the exception of vegan dishes.. - Quality. Pretty good. Their scallion pancake was soft, not too oily, and not too salty. I prefer the scallion pancake to have been a bit more thick and flaky, but that's my personal preference. To be fair, still delicious. Their chive and pork dumplings definitely had a delicious chive flavor. Substantial and the wrapper was not too thick. Their spicy sesame paste tofu had a good flavor and substantive. The chili oil wontons were not too spicy and had a good flavor. Again, my personal preference would have been for the dumplings to have been more substantive, but still pretty decent. - Service. Pretty good. It appears most, if not all their staffers, speak Chinese (Mandarin), which was also helpful, because I specifically ordered in Chinese. I asked them about the spice level, because I wanted to ensure it would not be too spicy for my friend. - Price. Pretty good value for menu and portions. - Location. It's pretty easy to find. Also within convenient walking distance to the Silver Spring metro. The inside space is pretty good. Tables can seat a minimum of 2, all the way up to 8. What's Not - Quality. The sesame balls are smaller than I expected. They're the rough approximation of a ping pong ball, maybe smaller. I was disappointed, because I like sesame balls that are substantial. - Service. I specifically asked for soup spoons, because we were eating dumplings. Instead, they gave me regular spoons. Not all the dishes come out in the order you hope. For example, main dishes may come out before the appetizers. This is going to be dependent on your personal preference. - Parking. There is parking near the restaurant, but it's going to be dependent on the day and time. Final Answer Worth coming back.

    I think this place delivers on fast service, good food and reasonable prices. Their food comes out…read moreshortly after you order and their cuisine I actually find to be unique. I also feel like it's rare to be able to out these days and get a $12 entree where you feel like you had a good meal. Their wings, yibin spicy noodles, soup dumplings, beef noodle soup and scallion pancakes are good. There's easy parking in the garage across the street. You can also order online ahead and pick it up. Super easy. Just go directly to their website. I feel like they do takeout pretty well.

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    Ren's Ramen - Ren's Ramen Miso Tan-Tan Men with sesame paste, hot sesame oil, bok choy, scallion, ground pork

    Ren's Ramen

    3.3(791 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    My cousin suggested we eat here, since he used to come here regularly when living in the…read moreneighborhood. It's a simple storefront in a strip mall, with a narrow menu focused on ramen dishes. The restaurant describes their dishes as "Sapporo Style," meaning that they could suffice as a main dish and are cooked in a wok, seasoned with roasted garlic and onion. Both of our dishes were from the Specials Menu: his the Miso Tan-Tan Men (with sesame paste, hot sesame oil, bok choy, scallion, ground pork) and mine the Hot & Sour Ramen (with sliced pork, egg drop, tofu, assorted veg and sesame oil). The bowls were entrée size and beautifully prepared. The ramens didn't seem fresh cut noodles, like you may find elsewhere, but the delicious full-bodied soups more than made up for that. Some might find the prices high for considering what you get, especially for me compared to NYC similar hole-in-the-walls, yet when in the area I'd recommend Ren's Ramen. It was totally enjoyable and I'd go back excited to also explore other items on their menu.

    Enjoyed the decoration and the different types of specials available. The service was good, with…read morethe waiter checking on us as needed. Decided to visit at around 5 and the restaurant was almost empty so my table got all the attention. The pork belly bun ($5) was very good. Small but really enjoyed it. Also, the home made gyoza ($7.50) was tasty too! Piping hot! Decided to go for the Sapporo style miso ramen ($17) and loved the broth and noodles. I would say the broth is a bit salty but I enjoyed it. During my time there one person came for pick up and when I left, the restaurant remained empty. It was a weekday so I hope it gets busier then. The only con is the parking. Very limited with only a few spots for all the shops.

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    Dumpling District - Crab Meat Soup Dumplings

    Dumpling District

    3.5(19 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    There are apparently multiple businesses sharing the same space. One is kung fu tea, one is pho…read moredistrict and apparently there is district dumpling. We ordered brisket pho, pork and soup dumplings, and pork pot stickers (dim sum). Food came out piping hot, as it was cooked. Pho was decent. Meat a little dry but not chewy. Too many onions not enough meat though. Pan fried pork dumplings were excellent. Almost like a soup dumpling, with how juicy they are inside. However the pork has grisly bits that couldn't be chewed so that's a star off despite the taste. The soup dumplings had sufficient juice. Not overflowing like, but good enough (saw some complaints about that). The pork soup dumplings had an unusual somewhat sweet broth that wasn't my favorite. Bubble tea we got half sweet, but kids would have preferred full sweet (half sweet wasn't sweet enough they said). Overall would come back for the chicken soup dumplings and pan fried dumplings.

    Rainbow soup dumplings Ok, these were a great choice to try…read moreout the menu for the first time. Even with delivery, these maintained their dumpling skin integrity and didn't leak in transit. I'd argue that the skin is a little thick, but I was really impressed by the filling flavors. Because it was delivered, it was not as hot as it probably would be in store - the soup broth was still brothy but a little more thick than it would be if they were hotter. - Shrimp and zucchini - very delicate, light flavor. - Black truffle - oh yum! Really flavorful, rich, and delicious. - Pork and crab meat - woot! This is so tasty! This feels like the traditional soup dumpling. Excellent. - Chicken - if you love a good chicken soup, this is for you. It's got a tiny kick of spice at the end as well. - Pork - I was not enamored of this one. It was...fine...but didn't have the depth of flavors of the others I tried. - Mala - I didn't really taste the mouth-numbing, tingly spice these were supposed to bring, which didn't stop them from being good. I'd probably order the black truffle and the crab and pork again. These definitely hit the spot for a dumpling craving.

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    Dumpling District - Rainbow Soup Dumplings

    Rainbow Soup Dumplings

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    Chicken pan fried bun

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    La Gelatteria - Color Changing Spoon

    La Gelatteria

    4.5(258 reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$

    Stumbled into the cutest little breakfast/lunch/dessert gem and immediately wanted to stay all…read moreafternoon The vibe is cozy-modern with pastries staring at you from the counter saying 'you know you want one.' I ordered the lavender latte (SO good -- floral without tasting like soap ) and the breakfast burrito, which was hearty, fresh, and exactly what I wanted with coffee. My friend got an iced tea served in the most charming mason jar setup that somehow made it taste even more refreshing. One of my favorite touches: you order at the counter and if you're dining in, they hand you an adorable little street sign marker for your table while they bring your food out. Such a fun detail that adds to the whole experience. Also... the pastry case deserves its own fan club. Between the croissants, muffins, cookies, and gelato, self-control is truly tested here. Perfect spot for a casual brunch, coffee catch-up, or treating yourself to dessert after a long day. If I lived closer I'd definitely add this one to my regular rotation.

    Wow! This place is so much bigger than I thought it would be, having only seen it from the outside…read more-- and they have so many things, too! Lots of seating, cool-looking lighting, a great selection of drinks, yummy gelato (I tried the Cherry Blossom -- amazing!), soups, salads, sandwiches, pastries, oh my goodness! The staff are all very nice and welcoming, too .... When I went it was quiet but I hear it can get very crowded and at certain times, the only two upstairs tables are reserved for a runners' group. There are (rather steep, if only a few) stairs and also a ramp to get to the downstairs area, but the ramp is rather long and involves having to make a 180 degree turn. I think it's doable for those who can walk it but if one is using a wheelchair, I'm not so sure because there is a table in the space where some part of a chair-on-wheels might go -- so in other words, if the chair is very narrow, okay! If not, I think maybe not .... I didn't actually measure it, but it just seemed a little narrow to me. The bathrooms have really cool tiles in them, and there is a lot of stony texture on the exterior wall. There are some pretty, inspiring black-and-white paintings and at least one quote painted on the walls outside the bathrooms -- I like these kinds of touches a lot. I found the tomato soup to be much more filling and satisfying than expected, having forgotten one could become quite full on such a dish. I took much of it home and enjoyed it at room temperature on the porch a bit later in the day, so I can attest to the fact that this soup is delicious both hot and cooled down. I was surprised by the taste of the toasted cheese and was informed by my more-astute-than-I dining partner that all their bread is gluten-free. I hadn't noticed. I'm not sure exactly how it normally comes because seeing that they had basil, I requested a leaf and got a very nice-looking sprig! So very fresh, wow! This (early-ish spring) is probably a rather perfect time to enjoy the available outdoor seating area -- maybe I will next time .... I'm especially glad to know that my old fave Filipino grocery store that used to be on this corner has been converted into such a worthwhile, pretty, welcoming, and community-building hub! :-D Overall, highly recommended! Major Yay! :-D

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    La Gelatteria - The inside seating.

    The inside seating.

    La Gelatteria - Nutella Strawberry Croissant

    Nutella Strawberry Croissant

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    Karlee's Deli & Market - Curry chicken salad and butternut squash bisque.

    Karlee's Deli & Market

    4.5(29 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    Karlee's Deli & Market is such a cute and cozy spot! I loved the outdoor seating with all the…read moreflowers and little pops of green. The staff were so nice and welcoming. I got a vanilla latte and a dulce de leche latte. The dulce one was my favorite, you can tell its made with good quality coffee! For food, I tried the curry chicken sandwich and the club sandwich. Both sandwiches were great, and i thought curry chicken was very unique (though I wish it had a bit more of that blueberry flavor). I was also surprised to find that the sandwich came with chips too, yay!

    Nice like deli and market in Antique Row. There is outdoor seating that is closed in and the deli…read moreprovides blankets to help keep warm (no photos; however, trust me it's nice and cozy). There's also indoor seating right outside of the deli in an open section. The deli has many bakery items, sandwiches and items from the market to purchase for home. I had my eye on this paella pan with cooking kit that was from Spain. I didn't get it and now I'm wanting to go back and get it. I grabbed some honey butter spread. I can't wait to try this because I'm a big fan of honey butter. We got a caramel macchiato and an espresso shot. Both were very good. The espresso was bold and tasty. The customer service was everyone. I'm glad I found this spot near the shops. I'll be visiting often to grab something to eat and drink before hitting the shops.

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    Karlee's Deli & Market
    Karlee's Deli & Market - Cooking essentials from Spain

    Cooking essentials from Spain

    Karlee's Deli & Market

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