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While shopping at the Anthropologie next door we noticed that the Terrain location next door had been transformed into a small cafe. While we weren't able to eat there at the time since we did not have a reservation we vowed that we would come back and give it a try. Located in the middle of a busy Bethesda it is surrounded by other high end shops and restaurants, your best bet for parking is to park in one of the public parking garages. Inside the decor is amazing! Since they are connected to a high end decor and fashion store there should be no surprise that this is the case but you get this feeling of ease when walking in. Service was amazing we came in on a later Sunday morning and the place was quiet and we were promptly seated. My wife noticed that our table was a bit messy so the waiter quickly put us in a different table and tended to the mess. The menu while being a little simple has some big hitters on it with seasonal options and local favorites. We asked our waiter a few questions and ended up picking his 2 favorite items: the braised short rib and egg, and the turkey sandwich. We also ordered a couple of seasonal beverages that were really delicious. Once the food arrived is was plated very well and we quickly dug in. While the food was very good I agree with the other reviews that it was just a bit on the bland side. Never the less still very good and we happily ate them both up! If I'm being honest I wish I could give it more than 4 stars, but with the food not being spectacular I struggle with giving it 5.
Husband and I have been to Terrain several times - and every time has been fantastic! Their dishes are often vegetarian friendly, but don't let the idea of a veggie meal fool you - every dish is packed with flavor! For those who have never been (and, perhaps those that have), their hours are for breakfast and lunch only. I mention this, because the last time We ate there we arrived about 30mins before closing. After they closed, people kept trying to come in, despite being told they were closed. Normally, this wouldn't be cause for concern, but I get the feeling they have to deal with a lot of entitled customers as each time they were told the place was closed, the hopeful diners would scoff and try to negotiate the ability to come in and dine. I guess that speaks to the greatness of the food and drink, but it also made me pretty sad to think about how often this kind of behavior might happen there. So if you happen to go to Terrain, and the service isn't as fantastic as I've spoken about here, it might be because they've had to deal with some not so great customers.
I've been here twice for brunch on a Friday morning. The ambiance both inside and on the patio is spot on. I love the chandelier decorations in the dining room and the chill vibe. They always start the meal by bringing bread and butter. Don't skip - the bread is fresh baked in cute flower pot decor and the butter is always a freshly made seasonal flavored butter - last time we had strawberry butter, yum! Both times I've been here the consensus on food is that it's good but a little bland. Everyone at the table added salt and pepper to their dishes. That being said, portion size is good and nothing is overly heavy which is great for a brunch before shopping type of day. While the food is good, the star is the drinks! I've tried a few of their seasonal lattes and my sister got the sparkling blackberry mocktail beverage that was the perfect amount of sweet and bubbly.
We came to Terrain for a goodbye brunch for a friend. We came in without reservations and sat at the bar as a group of 6. The indoor decor and overall vibe was great! They had beautiful decorations and great lighting. The restaurant itself is connected to the Anthropologie store. Our service was pretty good-- we were at the bar and the bartender was taking orders as well as keeping up with all the drink orders from the rest of the restaurant. I got an iced latte and the fried cauliflower sandwich. The latte was very milky-- I would've preferred less, but I would probably get a different drink if I went back. The sandwich had a creamy garlicky sauce layered between the bread and the cauliflower, as well as some arugula greens. The actual cauliflower piece was pretty small and didn't have much flavor, and it was overwhelmed by the thick pieces of plain toasted bread on either side. For what it was, this sandwich was also pretty expensive at $16.
Although I haven't had the opportunity to try the cafe itself (as they're temporarily closed at the moment until next year), there is a popup Christmas store in its place. The moment you walk in, you can literally smell and feel the holidays. There's plentiful reefs, lights and trees available for purchase and next door is Terrain's plant shop. I didn't buy anything at the time, but I'm definitely planning to go back soon!
Delicious fresh farm to table healthy dishes that are bursting with flavor and impeccable service to top it off! The complementary muffin-shaped bread served in a garden pot with lavender butter was a fun way to start off our meal! The crispy English Pea & Goat Cheese Croquettes was hand-down my favorite dish! The 2 paddies filled with peas, charred carrots and other veggies were large enough to share and quite filling! The Avocado Toast was tasty with a spicy red pepper spread, avocado, arugula, and sweet drop peppers on grilled bread. The semolina bread was quite dense and didn't have the light and fluffy texture that I was hoping for. While the Avocado toast was filling, a side salad would be a nice touch and the $15 price tag was a bit steep. My hubby enjoyed the Salmon Toast. The garden cocktails spice things up with some herbs and veggies peppered in. My hubby wasn't a big fan of the Dixon Mule with a bold turmeric flavor. The Orange Grove with orange marmalade demerara was more his jam! The seasonal Peach Sage Mimosa was divine as well as the refreshing homemade Elderflower Spritz. The friendly, attentive, and coordinated service was impressive. There were at least 3 or 4 staff members that check-in on us from the server, host, bartender, and the manager. Every encounter was warm and pleasant. The outdoor patio seating is nice with a 1/2 dozen tables. Surprisingly a great off-shoot of Urban Outfitters and Anthropologie. Fun healthy addition to Bethesda Row!
Terrain is such a beautiful restaurant. The ambiance is just so welcoming. It gives me garden, homey & barn vibes! I ordered the terrain burger - angus beef, local cheddar, balsamic onion jam, house-cut fries $18 The burger was juicy & really delicious. It was not greasy at all. The fries too were made to perfection. I didn't take a picture of their complementary bread but it was so delicious & warm - the butter was amazing It came in a cute garden pot. I highly recommend this place!
After shopping one of the biggest Anthropologies in the nation, you're probably gonna be parched. Well, I've got a remedy for you! Terrain Cafe turns everything that you love about Anthropologie into a neatly packaged sit down restaurant. I stopped in between a weird afternoon hour where the kitchen was closed but the bar was open and I was able to enjoy a delicious (albeit super sweet) vanilla chai latte. For dessert we had a chocolate terrarium which soft milk chocolate ganache, dark chocolate mousse, white chocolate-matcha crunch, dark chocolate cake, and dulce de leche. It was perfectly Instagrammable and a really wonderful way to celebrate purchasing a bridal gown at the BHLDN next door. For a special treat I definitely recommend stopping by! I'd love to check out their brunch menu as well.
Maybe this makes me a bit basic... no... no... there are so many other reason's why I'm basic. Scratch that. [this is not a moment, it's the movement] Maybe this makes me a lot MORE basic... but I kinda love Terrain Cafe. Yes, yes, this is the cafe that is part of the new Anthropologie in Bethesda. And much like the highly manicured experience that you'll have once you step into the retail portion; the cafe has gotten the basics set with some pretty sweet treasures if you dig into the glitter. Now, don't get it confused with "Terrain" on the other side of the corner of Anthropologie (I know... how could you possibly do that?!)... though without the tables and chairs this could pass for a plant store, this cafe is serving up a pretty full menu that includes everything from a variety of toasts to duck breast with melted leeks, fingerling potato, sage and pumpkin seed pesto. I started out with the mushroom soup and we got an order of fries with truffled pecorino and crispy chickpeas. But before any of this came to the table, and adorable clay planter pot showed up with a loaf of bread that was it was clearly baked in. Definitely an adorable presentation and both the potted bread and herb butter were well executed to boot. Mushroom soup was quite delicious, I remember scraping small streaks from the empty bowl at the finish with a desire for a miniature spatula to execute the job more precisely. We also got to try to of their toasts: 1. Smoked Salmon $15.00 crème fraîche, crispy capers, fresh dill, beet relish 2. Lioni Burrata $18.00 black garlic, extra virgin olive oil, sea salt Yes... first you're going to have to swallow the prices before you move onto the food. We understand that you're on Bethesda Row Anthropologie, but as my friendly neighborhood Spiderman Noir would say: "Wowzas!" Yes... I did just go see Spiderman into the Multiverse. Both of the toasts were very good, I admit. And if anything, the pictures they produced you could probably make prints of to sell on Etsy to justify to yourself spending 15-18 on a toast. Outside of the beauty and taste of the toasts, well executed mushroom soup, and crispy chickpeas (that really feel like they need some sort of dipping sauce, but I completely understand why they don't have a dipping sauce, cause then you try to stab them with your fork and get frustrated and end up with chickpea shrapnel everywhere, and also the chickpeas are a bit greasy so I'm not sure what sort of sauce would work well with them cause a lot of sauces have fat in them, and they're good don't get me wrong, but they feel a bit disjointed and like it's almost weird eating them as a side, like a rambling run-on sentence about chickpeas... maybe a dipping sauce with a pair of chopsticks?); outside of that the fries were pretty basic. The truffled pecorino didn't really come through at all for us. I think there was too little of it that was just grated too thin on top and you really lost it. I'd definitely be back to Terrain Cafe. It just screams Bethesda, and if you happen to be in Bethesda doing Bethesda, why not just let go and do Bethesda.
Nice place to sit outside in good weather for breakfast/brunch. My friend and I shared the zucchini parm sandwich and the fried avocado benedict. I don't think I'd order either again. They zucchini parm sandwich was enormous but the zucchini was very under-seasoned. The benedict was fine but the fried avocado had a weird texture and the roasted cauliflower was in a weird stick/fry shape and undercooked (and also under-seasoned). The servers were kind of MIA, not really around when we needed them, and were a bit frazzled by our cocktail orders and they took a while to come out. The food was slow which is fine for a leisurely brunch but it was to the point where we weren't sure if they forgot about us. Overall the menu has promise but execution isn't great. Maybe they should stick to plants.
I gave the food a 3, service a 5, and atmosphere a 5, hence my 4 star rating. We sat outdoors and loved the atmosphere (minus the bees). Our waiters were kind and patient and provided us with good service. We got mocktails to drink. The blackberry bramble and watermelon mint refresher were delicious (I highly recommend them). We also got a charcuterie board and I wasn't familiar with most of the cheese options. I've had better charcuterie boards but isn't want bad. The honey that came with it was so good as well (I know that is such a random thought). My friend got a Caesar salad and she said it might have been one of the best Caesar's she's had. I didn't try it and I'm not a Caesar salad fan, so I cannot vouch for it but I trust her taste. I got the grilled cheese. I know it may seem odd I ordered grilled cheese at a restaurant but I just wanted something light but not a sandwich. I wish the bread was crispier and butter up. The cheese were okay. Overall, I was kind of disappointed with the grilled cheese because they're super easy to make. In general, I wasn't wowed by the food but it's a cute place for lunch or brunch. read more
I've visited Anthropologie next door several times but didn't know this Terrain cafe was operated by the same brand/company until recently. So I made a reservation for Sunday brunch, which was pretty busy and packed with patrons. The vibe and decor of this place were so cute and lovely. Avocado toast is my go-to for brunch, but I was told that it was out of stock when ordering it. I also saw the customer across our table encountering the same issue. In particular, avocado toast is quite a popular item nowadays and is listed at the top of the menu, so the server should have mentioned it before we started browsing the menu. Our meals looked good, but qualities were overall inconsistent. I ended up getting a wild mushroom frittata, but the side salad lacked the dressing, so I only tasted greens. Similarly, I felt like the chef forgot to put seasonings in my frittata. Besides, this bland frittata was overcooked, so the edge was too crispy and rubbery. On the other hand, potato hash was well-seasoned and flavorful. My partner mostly enjoyed "terrain Breakfast," but his eggs were also overcooked. Our hot drinks (latte and honey tea au lait) were solid and well-balanced. I thought of getting a dessert, but after eating the meal, I decided to pass. The staff was friendly, and the service was quite quick. I just hoped for a better quality of meals for this price. read more
Super cute spot that left something to be desired. The cheese plate was definitely lacking when it came to quantity. The options were great but portions were SO small and disappointing. The bowls were huge but could use more sauce. I will say the falafel was TOP NOTCH!! IF I came back I would strictly get the falafel. Drinks were good. Service was a little slow. Loved that it was connected to a little plant store and anthro. Parking was cheap for 2hr. Would I go again? Maybe for brunch. read more
While shopping at the Anthropologie next door we noticed that the Terrain location next door had been transformed into a small cafe. While we weren't able to eat there at the time since we did not have a reservation we vowed that we would come back and give it a try. Located in the middle of a busy Bethesda it is surrounded by other high end shops and restaurants, your best bet for parking is to park in one of the public parking garages. Inside the decor is amazing! Since they are connected to a high end decor and fashion store there should be no surprise that this is the case but you get this feeling of ease when walking in. Service was amazing we came in on a later Sunday morning and the place was quiet and we were promptly seated. My wife noticed that our table was a bit messy so the waiter quickly put us in a different table and tended to the mess. The menu while being a little simple has some big hitters on it with seasonal options and local favorites. We asked our waiter a few questions and ended up picking his 2 favorite items: the braised short rib and egg, and the turkey sandwich. We also ordered a couple of seasonal beverages that were really delicious. Once the food arrived is was plated very well and we quickly dug in. While the food was very good I agree with the other reviews that it was just a bit on the bland side. Never the less still very good and we happily ate them both up! If I'm being honest I wish I could give it more than 4 stars, but with the food not being spectacular I struggle with giving it 5. read more
4 years ago
Husband and I have been to Terrain several times - and every time has been fantastic! Their dishes are often vegetarian friendly, but don't let the idea of a veggie meal fool you - every dish is packed with flavor! For those who have never been (and, perhaps those that have), their hours are for breakfast and lunch only. I mention this, because the last time We ate there we arrived about 30mins before closing. After they closed, people kept trying to come in, despite being told they were closed. Normally, this wouldn't be cause for concern, but I get the feeling they have to deal with a lot of entitled customers as each time they were told the place was closed, the hopeful diners would scoff and try to negotiate the ability to come in and dine. I guess that speaks to the greatness of the food and drink, but it also made me pretty sad to think about how often this kind of behavior might happen there. So if you happen to go to Terrain, and the service isn't as fantastic as I've spoken about here, it might be because they've had to deal with some not so great customers. read more
3 years ago
I've been here twice for brunch on a Friday morning. The ambiance both inside and on the patio is spot on. I love the chandelier decorations in the dining room and the chill vibe. They always start the meal by bringing bread and butter. Don't skip - the bread is fresh baked in cute flower pot decor and the butter is always a freshly made seasonal flavored butter - last time we had strawberry butter, yum! Both times I've been here the consensus on food is that it's good but a little bland. Everyone at the table added salt and pepper to their dishes. That being said, portion size is good and nothing is overly heavy which is great for a brunch before shopping type of day. While the food is good, the star is the drinks! I've tried a few of their seasonal lattes and my sister got the sparkling blackberry mocktail beverage that was the perfect amount of sweet and bubbly. read more
3 years ago
We came to Terrain for a goodbye brunch for a friend. We came in without reservations and sat at the bar as a group of 6. The indoor decor and overall vibe was great! They had beautiful decorations and great lighting. The restaurant itself is connected to the Anthropologie store. Our service was pretty good-- we were at the bar and the bartender was taking orders as well as keeping up with all the drink orders from the rest of the restaurant. I got an iced latte and the fried cauliflower sandwich. The latte was very milky-- I would've preferred less, but I would probably get a different drink if I went back. The sandwich had a creamy garlicky sauce layered between the bread and the cauliflower, as well as some arugula greens. The actual cauliflower piece was pretty small and didn't have much flavor, and it was overwhelmed by the thick pieces of plain toasted bread on either side. For what it was, this sandwich was also pretty expensive at $16. read more
6 years ago
Although I haven't had the opportunity to try the cafe itself (as they're temporarily closed at the moment until next year), there is a popup Christmas store in its place. The moment you walk in, you can literally smell and feel the holidays. There's plentiful reefs, lights and trees available for purchase and next door is Terrain's plant shop. I didn't buy anything at the time, but I'm definitely planning to go back soon! read more
3 years ago
Such a cute spot! Food was delish, and service was great! Atmosphere is great, and created a cute environment. read more
The environmental this restaurant is very welcoming and and the people are very friendly. It's beautifully decorated. I went with couple of my friends for brunch and we really enjoyed ourselves. We the food was delicious and the service was amazing. I would definitely go back. read more
Delicious fresh farm to table healthy dishes that are bursting with flavor and impeccable service to top it off! The complementary muffin-shaped bread served in a garden pot with lavender butter was a fun way to start off our meal! The crispy English Pea & Goat Cheese Croquettes was hand-down my favorite dish! The 2 paddies filled with peas, charred carrots and other veggies were large enough to share and quite filling! The Avocado Toast was tasty with a spicy red pepper spread, avocado, arugula, and sweet drop peppers on grilled bread. The semolina bread was quite dense and didn't have the light and fluffy texture that I was hoping for. While the Avocado toast was filling, a side salad would be a nice touch and the $15 price tag was a bit steep. My hubby enjoyed the Salmon Toast. The garden cocktails spice things up with some herbs and veggies peppered in. My hubby wasn't a big fan of the Dixon Mule with a bold turmeric flavor. The Orange Grove with orange marmalade demerara was more his jam! The seasonal Peach Sage Mimosa was divine as well as the refreshing homemade Elderflower Spritz. The friendly, attentive, and coordinated service was impressive. There were at least 3 or 4 staff members that check-in on us from the server, host, bartender, and the manager. Every encounter was warm and pleasant. The outdoor patio seating is nice with a 1/2 dozen tables. Surprisingly a great off-shoot of Urban Outfitters and Anthropologie. Fun healthy addition to Bethesda Row! read more
5 years ago
Terrain is such a beautiful restaurant. The ambiance is just so welcoming. It gives me garden, homey & barn vibes! I ordered the terrain burger - angus beef, local cheddar, balsamic onion jam, house-cut fries $18 The burger was juicy & really delicious. It was not greasy at all. The fries too were made to perfection. I didn't take a picture of their complementary bread but it was so delicious & warm - the butter was amazing It came in a cute garden pot. I highly recommend this place! read more
After shopping one of the biggest Anthropologies in the nation, you're probably gonna be parched. Well, I've got a remedy for you! Terrain Cafe turns everything that you love about Anthropologie into a neatly packaged sit down restaurant. I stopped in between a weird afternoon hour where the kitchen was closed but the bar was open and I was able to enjoy a delicious (albeit super sweet) vanilla chai latte. For dessert we had a chocolate terrarium which soft milk chocolate ganache, dark chocolate mousse, white chocolate-matcha crunch, dark chocolate cake, and dulce de leche. It was perfectly Instagrammable and a really wonderful way to celebrate purchasing a bridal gown at the BHLDN next door. For a special treat I definitely recommend stopping by! I'd love to check out their brunch menu as well. read more
3 years ago
Maybe this makes me a bit basic... no... no... there are so many other reason's why I'm basic. Scratch that. [this is not a moment, it's the movement] Maybe this makes me a lot MORE basic... but I kinda love Terrain Cafe. Yes, yes, this is the cafe that is part of the new Anthropologie in Bethesda. And much like the highly manicured experience that you'll have once you step into the retail portion; the cafe has gotten the basics set with some pretty sweet treasures if you dig into the glitter. Now, don't get it confused with "Terrain" on the other side of the corner of Anthropologie (I know... how could you possibly do that?!)... though without the tables and chairs this could pass for a plant store, this cafe is serving up a pretty full menu that includes everything from a variety of toasts to duck breast with melted leeks, fingerling potato, sage and pumpkin seed pesto. I started out with the mushroom soup and we got an order of fries with truffled pecorino and crispy chickpeas. But before any of this came to the table, and adorable clay planter pot showed up with a loaf of bread that was it was clearly baked in. Definitely an adorable presentation and both the potted bread and herb butter were well executed to boot. Mushroom soup was quite delicious, I remember scraping small streaks from the empty bowl at the finish with a desire for a miniature spatula to execute the job more precisely. We also got to try to of their toasts: 1. Smoked Salmon $15.00 crème fraîche, crispy capers, fresh dill, beet relish 2. Lioni Burrata $18.00 black garlic, extra virgin olive oil, sea salt Yes... first you're going to have to swallow the prices before you move onto the food. We understand that you're on Bethesda Row Anthropologie, but as my friendly neighborhood Spiderman Noir would say: "Wowzas!" Yes... I did just go see Spiderman into the Multiverse. Both of the toasts were very good, I admit. And if anything, the pictures they produced you could probably make prints of to sell on Etsy to justify to yourself spending 15-18 on a toast. Outside of the beauty and taste of the toasts, well executed mushroom soup, and crispy chickpeas (that really feel like they need some sort of dipping sauce, but I completely understand why they don't have a dipping sauce, cause then you try to stab them with your fork and get frustrated and end up with chickpea shrapnel everywhere, and also the chickpeas are a bit greasy so I'm not sure what sort of sauce would work well with them cause a lot of sauces have fat in them, and they're good don't get me wrong, but they feel a bit disjointed and like it's almost weird eating them as a side, like a rambling run-on sentence about chickpeas... maybe a dipping sauce with a pair of chopsticks?); outside of that the fries were pretty basic. The truffled pecorino didn't really come through at all for us. I think there was too little of it that was just grated too thin on top and you really lost it. I'd definitely be back to Terrain Cafe. It just screams Bethesda, and if you happen to be in Bethesda doing Bethesda, why not just let go and do Bethesda. read more
5 years ago
I"ve been wanting to stop by because of the ambiance! And loved the feel of tall ceilings and woody grass feel! I was right the first day after having mushroom soup! And winter Citrus cocktail. That next family lunch date invited everyone and loved the butternut squash salad. read more
Nice place to sit outside in good weather for breakfast/brunch. My friend and I shared the zucchini parm sandwich and the fried avocado benedict. I don't think I'd order either again. They zucchini parm sandwich was enormous but the zucchini was very under-seasoned. The benedict was fine but the fried avocado had a weird texture and the roasted cauliflower was in a weird stick/fry shape and undercooked (and also under-seasoned). The servers were kind of MIA, not really around when we needed them, and were a bit frazzled by our cocktail orders and they took a while to come out. The food was slow which is fine for a leisurely brunch but it was to the point where we weren't sure if they forgot about us. Overall the menu has promise but execution isn't great. Maybe they should stick to plants. read more
Terrain Cafe has an excellent staff, atmosphere, and theme to their food! We loved the presentation of bread in a plant pot, and our cheese board was equally tasty and aesthetically pleasing. I tried the Iced lavender white mocha coffee and am not exaggerating when I say that it is one of the best coffee's I've had. For lunch I had the fried cauliflower sandwich, which was cooked expertly and tasted delicious! The only thing I will say is that the falafel in the Harvest bowl was just a liiiittle too spicy for our liking. Overall, I had a great experience and would love to return here in the future read more
4 years ago
I was visiting family and we decided to try out this little cafe at the corner with outdoor patio seating. You can scan the menu and order on your phone. Pretty seemless to do, though customizing was a little hard. For me, I opted in for the little sprouts menu since I could sample 2 items and not have the huge serving. I ordered the sprouts salmon and harvest bowl. I have to say I was pleasantly surprised by the size of both and I enjoyed the flavors of both very much. The salmon was well cooked and the veggies & mushrooms were great. The harvest bowl I needed to ask for a little dressing but it was also fresh. Both of my sisters got the fried avocado with the cauliflower mash which looked great and I enjoyed my taste. Everything looked good. They did come out and check on us a couple of times and you can easily pay your check out on the phone as well. Great find if you are in the area! SYOY! read more
3 years ago
This is a small cafe attached to the Anthropologie store, but I would advise not to judge a book by its cover! Had brunch here, and enjoyed a very good bloody Mary and a beautifully decorated cheese board. The frittata with goat cheese created a perfect bite, but the Benedict could have had a little more salt (but that's all in the eye of the beholder). I think this would be a perfect first date spot, as it's very quaint and intimate. read more
4 years ago
Excellent food and relaxed atmosphere. A great place to pull up a chair and have great conversations with friends and strangers alike. read more
4 years ago
Excellent food and service. Food was hot an super large for the price. Everything was delicious. The cafe itself is super cute and nice. They are also part of anthropologie which is nice. Will be back again for sure read more
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7 years ago
Came here with some friends for brunch and had a wonderful time! One of my friends made a reservation, so not sure how far out/ how long the wait is without one. Loved the decor of the place! And the tiny bread pots - guh so cute!!! Our server was super quick to bring us a second pot as it wasn't enough for the table clearly. My friend who had been there before said they had flavored butter too, but they just brought out regular. I ordered the omelette. Having the salad and potatoes with it was the perfect combination. I was worried it wouldn't be enough to fill me up, but with the bread it was just the right amount. Overall a great spot for a ladies brunch! read more
7 years ago
As others have said as well, I think this place deserves a 3.5 star. We went on a Friday evening and it was not overly crowded. It took a few minutes for our waiter to come over. At one point, one of the managers had to check on us since the waiter had been gone for a good while. For drinks, we tried the Elderberry and Blueberry mix house soda. I give a thumbs up for this one. We enjoyed the complimentary fresh baked bread with honey butter, tasty. We tried the chicken breast and salmon entrees. Although they were okay, they were lacking flavor and some of the ingredient combinations were not the greatest. Overall, I probably wouldn't come back. The prices of the drinks and entrees do not justify the pricing or quality of service. read more
Fun, whimsy spot for brunch. Portion sizes are great too, with lots of dietary options. There were so many great things I wanted to try, but settled on the shakshuka and ordered fries on the side. The shakshuka actually had really good flavor- I'm glad they chose to add feta cheese on top. I only wish it was a bit spicier, but I understand why it was more mild. The fries were OK...they were cold. The bread they bring out at the beginning with the honey butter was much better! I loved dipping all the breads into the shakshuka. Would come back again if I was in the area. read more
7 years ago
The perfect cozy cafe for a Sunday brunch! Nice ambience and loved the interior! The wait staff was very helpful and friendly which made our experience even better. Don't forget to ask for the potted bread plant! So good! I couldn't stop eating it. Had the Shakshuka, tasty and would order it again. I'm already wanting to go back and try different items on the menu. read more
7 years ago
Errmagod where can I go for Instagram/blog/Facebook worthy pics of myself and my food?? Terrain cafe they say. And thankfully the food is delicious and service is good. The cafe is estrogen-heavy. Be careful testosterones. read more
A new find for us in Bethesda. Delicious farm-to-table food. Fresh, light, healthy, delicious; walking out feeling great. We sat outside, service was attentive and personal (thank you Athena) and AGM Brandon also looked after our well being. We will most certainly be back. read more
I came here for dinner with a friend this evening (a Thursday). I think overall my experience was a 3.5, but I had a lovely dinner and would be happy to come back, so I went with 4 stars rather than 3. This was my 1st time here, but my friend had previously come for breakfast and recommended it. I'd made a reservation for 6 pm about a week in advance. The restaurant called me around 3:30 pm the day of to confirm my reservation. It wasn't too busy when we arrived; they were at about half capacity. We were seated immediately at the 2nd 2-person table from the front door. Usually I prefer to be seated a bit farther in, but there wasn't any draught from the entrance and we had a nice view of the front of the restaurant, so I wound up being satisfied with our table. Most of the tables looked to be 2-seaters, although there was at least 1 larger table in the back of the restaurant, near the toilets. Our server was a nice lady who patiently answered my friend's questions about the menu (which included "how big is the salmon toast," "what are the autumn vegetables in the harvest bowl," and "what is kale falafel"). We took rather a long time to order but she checked in on us a few times as we were deciding on what to get and offered drinks (though we stuck with water). We noticed that the diners at the table right next to us were having some trouble deciding on drinks and our server brought 1 of them a small sample of 1 of the drinks before they ordered a full-size one, which was kind. We ordered the ricotta & squash fritters as a starter. For mains, my friend ordered the harvest bowl (the salmon toast sounded like too small a portion for dinner, and the vegetables and the kale falafel in the harvest bowl sounded like they would be good). I ordered the duck breast, which was probably 1 of the more expensive things on the menu at $32. We were then served the complimentary bread, which was served with honey whipped butter. The butter was pretty heavenly, but the bread was sort of average. It was nice that it was served warm and the pot was a cute idea that went with the theme of the restaurant, but overall I wasn't a fan of the texture or taste of the bread. That did not keep me from finishing my half of the loaf, however. The ricotta & squash fritters were served with the maple glaze poured right on; I'm not sure if we could've gotten the sauce on the side if we'd asked. I loved the fritters; they were probably the highlight of the meal for me. They were served piping hot and reminded me of beignets (only a bit softer and denser), and I really enjoyed the sauce. However, my friend wasn't a big fan and only ate 1 of the 6 (I wasn't complaining since that meant I got the other 5). Our mains came out pretty quickly and the portions were larger than I'm used to seeing at fancy/photogenic restaurants, which was a nice surprise. The harvest bowl especially was pretty massive; my friend wound up taking a good 3rd of it home with her as leftovers. The duck breast was a generous portion and served with a nice pesto and some potato fingerlings. However, if I come back I probably wouldn't get it again, as it was quite expensive and as recently as last week I'd had better, more flavorful duck at a friend's home. I usually like pesto, but am more partial to traditional basil pesto, which I don't think this one was, so it didn't really stand out to me. The harvest bowl, which I understood from our server was the most popular dish at the restaurant, was loaded with quinoa and vegetables, including brussels sprouts, cauliflower, and squash. It also came with falafel and tahini sauce. My friend gave me 2 of her falafels to try as well as the squash, and they were really delicious and flavorful. I would probably get this if I ever come back for dinner, although my friend thought the falafel was a bit too spicy for her. She really loved the squash, which I agreed was really great. Our server said most people got the harvest bowl with chicken or salmon (additional cost), but we thought the bowl was filling enough with just the falafel. Our bill came out to be over $63 before tip but after tax; this included 2 mains and the fritters appetizer (we did not get drinks or dessert). This was pretty steep, but the portions were generous and the ingredients seemed to be high-quality. Our server was very kind and friendly, although sometimes a bit slow to refill our waters; we had to flag people down for the water pitcher twice during the meal. The restaurant was beautifully decorated, but the tables were very close together, so keep that in mind as it can be awkward getting in and out between tables. There were 2 unisex restrooms; I went twice during the meal and never had to wait in a queue. The restrooms were reasonably clean and well supplied, and had hand lotion in addition to soap, a nice touch. There were some reasonably-priced parking garages a short walk away. The metro station is w/in walking distance too. read more
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