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    The Lunch Box

    4.3 (44 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Hannah H.

    The Lunch Box is a tasty little gem of a diner, where you can definitely get your breakfast fix! We came here for an early breakfast, and we ordered: +country fried steak - don't forget to get some fried onions to top your country fried steak! I just wished they had some type of a gravy, though +corned beef hash +chicken & cheese sub - I wasn't a fan of the chicken & cheese, but the hubs was - it was more than enough food that he also had enough for lunch the following day! +1 pancake - this was large and fluffy; super tasty! The breakfast platters came with a side of eggs, home fries (you can ask for these to be deep-fried - YAS!), and your choice of toast, while the sub came with a side of chips Staff here are welcoming and kind, and provides service with a smile; I recommend in you sitting up at the counter. They have a small lot to park your car, but there's also plenty of street parking. +deep-fried home fries! +tasty pancakes! +friendly service! +plenty of parking on the street and in their small lot +ask for counter seating

    Steak omelette with biscuits and potatoes

    Very small homey, little restaurant, where everybody seemed to know everyone else. The waiters were all very nice and welcoming as well. It took a while for the food to come out and for the them to get us a check, but that's to be expected at such a small spot. I got the breakfast plate with a fish cake, potatoes, and scrambled eggs. The food wasn't amazing per se, but it was decent, and well cooked. I tried my mom's scrapple, and that was probably the best thing there. Overall, the restaurant had a very welcoming homey type vibe, and the food fit the restaurant.

    Two eggs, grits, and fried fish platter
    Omara T.

    Such a tiny, cozy, bit run down, old place with many counter seats and tables. Everyone know everyone except for me. I was the new face but everyone was SUPER friendly especially the employees! They were very efficient and work so well together but above all, the food was hot, fresh, and seasoned enough to where all i needed were a bit of salt and pepper. The grits were buttery, creamy, and hot, the fish was pipping hot, lightly coated; and crispy. This place is five minutes from house and that was my first time there and i been in the area for almost 20 years but I DEFINITELY will go back for breakfast and lunch!

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    Devon J.

    I had this place randomly as I visited a friend who lived close by. The ladies are so nice in there and I loved their service. I ordered a bacon egg and cheese sandwich which was pretty good. The only thing is wrapping it up in aluminum foil made my bread a tad soggy but other than that I would eat here again.

    Scrambled eggs with cheese and home fries.
    Meling S.

    Diners are the best thing a community can have. This diner has been here even before I moved to the community 20yrs ago. Hot openfaced sandwiches here are my faves. I have walked to this diner for breakfast and back. Breakfasts are large portions. The fact that it is not commercial is the best. I hope this stays up and running.

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    The best breakfast in Maryland! Friendly staff and every selection is made to order! Definitely a gem!!

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    Crab Boat

    4.1(135 reviews)
    5.2 mi
    $$$

    Fantastic! I ordered the #4 combo to go (crab legs, clams, sausage, shrimp, potatoes and corn) and…read morea couple of appetizers on the side (hush puppies and crab egg rolls). Everything was delicious. The combo boil was basting in their special crab boat signature sauce and with medium heat. The seasoning was on point and very good. I also really enjoyed the crispy hush puppies and the crab filled egg roll. There wasn't a disappointing bite in the entire meal. I'll definitely be back to order from there again!

    I recently discovered this restaurant and up until today (2-24-26) they were fine, however, today…read morethey really shocked me. I placed an order for pickup and when I got to the restaurant and received my order, I didn't realize until I got in my car to check to make sure the order was correct to discover it wasn't. The crazy thing is I ordered the 2 fried crab cakes with coleslaw; however, they gave us French fries. I also ordered the 5 whole wings with fries, and 2 sweet teas. I went back and told them they gave me fries with the crabcakes versus cole slaw. Which should have been something simple like give me the cole slaw, the manager insisted I bring the food back into the restaurant so they can take the fries out and exchange them for the cole slaw. Now maybe I think differently than others, but why would you insist...well demand that I bring food back so you can REMOVE what you mistakenly placed in my order. I thought wait I've taken this food outside it's in my car and you're demanding I bring it back so you can remove the fries that you're going to trash (or are you)? The fact that she didn't see anything wrong with this is a problem, so instead of giving me the coleslaw I simply returned the entire order and got my $55.00 back. She would rather refund me $55.00 versus giving me a side of coleslaw as the mistake wasn't on my part but theirs. Needless to say, I will never patronize this business again, because it makes me wonder how many others have returned their food because their order was wrong and seriously what did they do with that returned food?

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    Texas Roadhouse

    3.4(205 reviews)
    7.3 mi
    $$

    My wife was hungry and there was a convenient location in La Plata. As soon we enter, the staff was…read moreso kind and attentive. My wife ordered the herb chicken. I went with the BBQ chicken. We both had salads and sweet potatoes for our sides. The wife ordered a mocktail. Heineken 0.0 for me. The food was good for the price. We both really enjoyed the bread. Our chicken were tender. The BBQ sauce was different but I enjoyed it. Their BBQ sauce does not taste as strong as other offerings. I like the sauce because it was different. It was a nice mild taste. We like coming to Texas Roadhouse for a change of pace. If we both ate steak, we would come here more often.

    My family and I chose to celebrate my two-year-old son's birthday at Texas Roadhouse, and what…read moreshould have been a special night turned into a major disappointment. We completely understand that restaurants get busy -- especially on weekends -- but being essentially turned away because it was "too busy" was unacceptable. There was no real attempt to accommodate us, no clear communication about realistic wait times, and no effort to make us feel valued as customers. For a place that markets itself as family-friendly and big on hospitality, this experience fell far short. This wasn't just a random dinner -- it was my toddler's birthday. We chose this restaurant expecting a welcoming atmosphere and a memorable experience for our family. Instead, we left feeling frustrated, inconvenienced, and honestly embarrassed after building up the excitement for him. Busy is understandable. Poor guest management and lack of care -- especially when a young child's birthday is involved -- is not. I truly hope ownership and management take situations like this seriously. Families choose your establishment for special occasions, and how situations like this are handled speaks volumes. Highly dissatisfied with this experience.

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    Texas Roadhouse - 12 oz ribeye steak with ribs and a sweet potato

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    IHOP - IHOP

    IHOP

    2.9(65 reviews)
    6.9 mi
    $

    IHOP in La Plata is a dependable go-to spot if you're in the mood for a classic American-style meal…read moreserved in a relaxed, family-friendly setting. On a Saturday afternoon, the wait time for a table for two was about 20 minutes, which is fairly typical for the weekend rush. Once we were seated, the overall atmosphere was comfortable, but the service left a bit to be desired. Our waiter was polite but very slow to make rounds, and it took quite a while to get refills or check in on our order. When it came time to pay, the checkout process dragged on for nearly 15 minutes, which definitely tested our patience. That said, the food itself was delicious and came out hot and freshly prepared. I ordered the chicken and waffles, and it was worth the wait. The chicken was crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and perfectly seasoned, while the waffles were light and golden with just the right amount of sweetness. The butter was a pleasant surprise--rich, creamy, and flavorful enough to stand out on its own. Everything tasted freshly made, and the presentation was neat and appetizing. Overall, IHOP in La Plata is a solid choice for a casual dining experience when you're craving hearty comfort food. While the service could be faster, the quality and taste of the meal made up for it. I'd definitely come back again and recommend this location to anyone looking for a reliable breakfast, brunch, or dinner spot that delivers on flavor and familiarity.

    I had a sweet and savory experience that truly put a smile on my plate! From the moment I walked…read morein, I was promptly greeted and seated. My server (Lucy) was amazing and incredibly attentive--she even remembered me from the time before! She brought out oat milk for my coffee right away and preemptively dropped off extra napkins and silverware with my drinks. It's those little details that make a big difference! My order came out speedy, hot, and fresh. Everything was exactly as I ordered and cooked to perfection. Everything was clean, and the music was at a tolerable volume. The table syrups weren't even sticky ;) The coffee was fantastic per usual that I had to grab a to go cup. The menu also got an upgrade, now with these cool splasher drinks and other surprisingly refreshing things that you wouldn't necessarily expect...This is, by far, the best of the IHOPs in the local area! #Enjoygoodpeople

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    Burger King

    1.3(39 reviews)
    4.7 mi
    $

    I'm going to need the staff working here to learn to open their mouths and greet customers at the…read moredrive through. One guy just looked at me when I got to the window... Can you at least make sure you have the correct order before you just try to take my $$? Another just gave me the food order until I told her, "That's not my order". She was like aren't you such and such" No, you would have known that, if you had opened your mouth to first greet me at the window.

    Wish I could rate with a negative number!!!! The manager at the Livingston road BK is beyond rude,…read moredisrespectful, and of no help. I asked the cashier for my sandwich to be cut in half (since there's no way to request that thru the app). The manager yelled from the prep area for the cashier to give me a plastic knife to cut the sandwich myself. After some back and forth I asked for a refund. She did not assist but rather said I'd have to go thru the app since I ordered through the app. I asked for her assistance but she was not helpful. I was still hungry lol so I went to another Burger King. At that BK the manager said she's heard bad reviews from 3 customers about the Livingston Road BK Manager. The customers opted to go to her BK in another county and further from their homes so as not to deal with that manager. The manager (CiCi) was not always rude like this. In years past she was pleasant and welcoming. Not any more. Not sure what happened but a change (besides the new construction) is needed at that location.

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    Royal Crispy Sandwich, Chicken Fries, Chicken Nuggets, Original Chicken Sandwich, Drink

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