Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Elevated diner food at a reasonable price. Always great service…read more We have been here multiple times for breakfast. The coffee is solid. Check out the cheddar chive biscuits. They are next level tasty. My fav main is the Steak & Eggs: homefries, 2 sunnyside eggs and toast. Lots of food and lots of flavor. Steak always comes as ordered (in my case med rare) and perfectly seasoned. Misc: atmosphere is a relaxed family vibe. Online to go orders via Toast at https://order.toasttab.com/online/showroom-882-n-east-street. Reservations are generally not necessary but can be made via Open Table.

We were a party of six for brunch yesterday, celebrating two very special milestones: a 50th…read morebirthday and my father-in-law's retirement after 60 years. We wanted a memorable place to mark the occasion and chose Showroom. I even noted both celebrations when making our reservation a week in advance. The hostess was friendly and kind, although clearer direction on where to wait would have helped. The front entrance was congested, and we felt like we were in everyone's way. Unfortunately, the service never matched the occasion. Our server never introduced themselves or acknowledged either celebration. They began taking orders without any engagement, and throughout the meal we were repeatedly unable to get their attention. I understand Sunday brunch is busy, but I work in a concierge-driven environment and was genuinely disappointed by the lack of hospitality. The food was mixed. The chicken and waffles and the omelet were good. My husband's steak was cold and the portion was very small. He ordered French fries but received unseasoned potatoes that lacked any flavor. My fish and chips were fine but also lacked seasoning, lemon, or any attention to detail. I specifically requested fries without Old Bay but received fries heavily coated in it. We also ordered a steak and eggs meal to go, which took about 30 minutes. When it was opened later, it contained only three small slices of steak. My brother-in-law genuinely thought he had been given someone's leftovers because the portion was so disappointing. My husband quietly paid the $300 bill while I still hoped someone might acknowledge the birthday or retirement with a simple mention, smile, or thank you. It never happened. We were never even offered a desert menu. We left without a goodbye or any acknowledgment from the staff. Disappointed doesn't begin to describe how we felt. We had many options in Frederick but chose Showroom because we expected a special experience. I could tell my family didn't want to complain because I had spoken so highly of the restaurant, but they were equally underwhelmed. Please do better.

They have both tables and counter service.

Seasonal cocktail Smoked Apple Margarita

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Lavender latte

Hootch & Banter

4.3(816 reviews)

The cocktails at Hootch & Banter were the highlight of our visit. We tried a couple of different…read moredrinks, and each one had a good balance of flavors without being overly sweet. We also ordered some small plates to share, which paired nicely with the drinks. The atmosphere was lively but still comfortable enough to sit and talk, making it a fun spot for a relaxed evening out.

Kimberly took care of serving my wife and I today and it couldn't have gone better! My wife ordered…read morethe huevos rancheros and I had the stuffed French toast, and some local black coffee. All of it was amazing! "I can't remember the last time I had a breakfast this good", she said. The fast and efficient service really enhanced the atmosphere Absolute perfection!

Lounge area.

Wagyu burger

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It's About Time (old fashioned)

Cafe Nola

3.7(848 reviews)

2.4 mi

I've been here so many times. Great choice if you're stopping by the library. The lattes are strong…read moreand creamy, and the banana one in specific is SO GOOD. I'd say the food is a bit overpriced but I think their sweet potato fries are very good and seasoned and their herby ranch they give on the side is very amazing. I got their beyond burger which was a good burger, nothing crazy but I really enjoyed it. Everyone who works there is so sweet too, each time I've came in someone always answers my questions. I'd say it's not that good of a place to get work done as it's always decently packed and since it's small a bit loud at times.

Very busy and small place in a lively area downtown- waited 40 minutes for Sunday brunch. Service…read morewas a little slow but we were not in a hurry. My friend enjoyed her mimosa and we had enjoyed hot and iced coffee to go twice from Cafe Nola. I loved the croissant sandwich and the breakfast potatoes were perfectly cooked and seasoned.

Inside seating and bar

Blackberry White Mocha, German Chocolate, lox Benedict, breakfast burrito

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Betty White Latte (vanilla & coconut) Bananas Foster Latte

The Perfect Blend Cafe

4.5(114 reviews)

My sister and I tried this cafe for the first time. It is located in the first floor of an office…read morebuilding. Very cute. The people were nice. We ordered Greek Breakfast Wrap, Family Favorite Avocado Toast, and black iced tea. We shared so got to taste half of each. The wrap was good but I absolutely loved the avocado toast. The avocado was perfectly seasoned and loved the egg on top. Overall, a great experience. We hope to try other items in the future.

Fresh bagels. Reasonably priced. Cuppacino was delicious. The bagel with egg, avocado and cheese…read morewas good. Basic Bagel with cream cheese was awesome. The lady that works here, that makes the coffee is very very nice and friendly the gentleman behind the til doesn't seem to care much. This place is located right across from the courthouse. The coffee is spot on.

Entrance to The Perfect Blend

Everything bagel. Egg Avocado and cheese Bagel. Americano. Cuppacino.

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Delizia Cafe

4.4(61 reviews)

My wife has met friends here for breakfast or brunch and liked it so we tried it for lunch…read more I had a sandwich a panini that was barely acceptable did to lack of ingredients. I am mystified why they present one time slice of ham that is complete overwhelmed by the bread. I did not want a bread panini with one tiny slice of ham..... Perhaps is a good "let's meet for coffee" place to eat and chat but just now for me

Quaint cafe with an awesome breakfast buffet. Great selection of Italian and American style…read morebreakfast items all fresh, and a price that can't be beat! The staff is friendly and inviting and make you feel at home. We drive from Gaithersburg...it's worth the trip!

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The Frederick Coffee Company & Cafe

3.9(368 reviews)

2.3 mi

Great local coffee shop with a fun vibe and great variety of coffees: hot, iced and frozen as well…read moreas matcha and yummy treats. The cafe also serves lunch with sandwiches and soups. I had an iced Almond Joy latte and it was really delicious.

Delicious and lovely place! Frequent here when in town visiting family from NY. Always amazing!read more

Nova lox bagel

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White Rabbit Gastropub

4.5(1k reviews)

2.3 mi

I arrived at White Rabbit Gastropub around 1:45pm on a beautiful mid-June Saturday for a solo…read moreadventure lunch. I had driven two hours and was hungry, but I was also committed to making good decisions. Or at least mostly good decisions... The hostess offered me a seat at the second-floor bar rather than the quoted 25-30 minute wait. Great! Solo diners love surprise upgrades. Unfortunately, when I got upstairs, the one "available" seat had apparently been claimed by a diaper bag and a giant straw sunhat belonging to the woman sitting next to it holding a too-little-to-walk baby sitting at the bar. Uhhh...this isn't going to work. Back downstairs I went. I gave them my name and number, found a shady spot outside, and settled in for what I assumed would be a long wait. Five minutes later, my table was ready. Thank you, Universe! My server greeted me with water immediately, explained the QR code menu situation, and told me not to order through the app because she'd be right back. No worries, friend. I'd already done my homework. I knew exactly what I wanted. One Martha Stewart's Prison Pizza ($22), please. (Sausage, broccoli, ricotta, Calabrian chili peppers, lemon oil, and sea salt.) I asked for the chili peppers on the side because I know myself. I like adventure. I don't enjoy possibly setting my mouth on fire. And a Diet Pepsi ($3.50), because balance. While I waited, I people-watched, which is one of my favorite hobbies. White Rabbit was PACKED. The patio was full. The downstairs bar was full. Upstairs was full. Couples, groups of girlfriends, older folks, younger folks, families, solo diners...everyone seemed happy to be there. The place itself is pretty small, which explains the wait. Six tables downstairs, maybe eight bar seats, more seating upstairs, and a constant dance of servers carrying food through the same front door customers use. Add the "please wait to be seated" crowd gathering in the narrow hallway and I'd describe things as organized chaos. But once I was seated, I was perfectly comfortable and out of the traffic pattern. One cool touch I noticed: outlets and USB ports built right into the front of the bar. Maybe that's common and I've somehow missed it all these years, but I thought it was pretty neat. Then my pizza arrived. Oh good lawd. OH. GOOD. LAWD. This pizza was SO GOOD! I knew from the first bite that I was in trouble. There was no sauce, which surprised me at first, but after approximately three seconds I no longer cared. The sausage was plentiful. The broccoli added texture. The ricotta was creamy and rich. And that lemon oil?! That lemon oil set it off! Everything just worked together perfectly. The Calabrian peppers arrived on the side exactly as requested. I bravely sampled a very small amount on my fork before desecrating my pizza and quickly determined that folks with stronger heat tolerance than me will absolutely love them. They were just a little too spicy for my delicate tastebuds. Thankfully, the pizza was incredible without them. And those slices? MONSTERS. I ate one and seriously contemplated a second before reminding myself that I had dessert plans elsewhere. A box was requested. Self-control was exercised. Barely. As a solo diner, I also want to give White Rabbit extra points. Multiple staff members checked on me throughout the meal. I never felt forgotten, rushed, or weird sitting by myself. Everyone was warm, kind, and made me feel completely comfortable. I really appreciated that. My total bill came to $32.44 including tip which felt really reasonable given the amount of pizza I consumed and brought home. Worth every penny. I'm already scheming my next two-hour drive back. Maybe a smashburger. Maybe those Brussels sprouts everyone keeps raving about. Maybe another pizza. Maybe all of it! I highly recommend checking out White Rabbit. Make it a destination, not just a stop while you're in the area. Don't let the size of the place or the wait scare you off. It's totally worth it. PRO TIP: If you park in the Church Street Parking Garage, look for the staircase labeled "STAIR 3." White Rabbit is literally right outside the door at the bottom. No hide-and-seek required!

After reading so many nice reviews, we came here for weekend brunch, but unfortunately, the…read moreexperience was very underwhelming. The ambiance is cozy, and our server was friendly and welcoming. She made sure we understood the menu and checked on us regularly. The mimosa was made with fresh orange juice, which was also a nice touch. Since our coffee and mimosas arrived pretty quickly, we assumed the food would follow shortly. However, we ended up waiting nearly 40 minutes for our food and easily finished our drinks while waiting. My Eggs Benedict had good flavor and nicely runny eggs, but the Canadian bacon was way overcooked and rock hard. I could barely cut or chew it. The English muffin was also overcooked and difficult to cut through. The coleslaw was served warm, which gave it a strange texture. The chicken was crispy but under-seasoned, while the waffle was dense and dry. The small side of succotash was the highlight--it was well-seasoned and enjoyable. I was pretty disappointed by the experience, especially considering the price and many good reviews. There are plenty of other places in the area I'd rather try next time.

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Dutch's Daughter

4.1(651 reviews)

3.5 mi

•$$$

I cannot believe I never posted any more pictures for as often & as long as I've patronized this…read morerestaurant since the days when it was on the Golden Mile. The other night I enjoyed calamari, grilled asparagus, Caesar salad and the Lemon Chiffon pie. Hubby had crab cakes which were always excellent. We were in a group so one was a birthday & received a special cake, one had Snapper pie and another had strawberry cake. Everything that everyone had, they enjoyed. AND we had exceptional service by Monica.

Two words: crab cakes. 'Nough said!…read more (But Yelp says I must say more, so: crab bread. Sensing a trend here?).

Locally sourced ingredients

Sonnys Room

Seafood platter

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Dining Room

Silver Diner

Food was delicious, service was quick. Kamonte was the sweetest waitress i'd ever had. 5/5 for the…read morerestaurant and for Kamonte!!

I had to be in Frederick for work, so I met colleagues here for late breakfast on a weekday. They…read morewere moderately busy around 10AM, but there was no delay in service; in fact, service was great! Our server, Elicia kept an eye on us and was friendly and engaging. I've been trying to eat heathier lately, so coming here was my choice due to their menu offering many healthy options. When I looked at their specials menu, I have to admit I was tempted to be bad, but they also offered a California Omelet (which is an egg white omelet) which had less than 500 calories and I went for it. It came out piping hot and looked AMAZING! I got their breakfast potatoes with it instead of the healthier options, like fruit or salad, knowing I might only eat one or two and sure enough, that's all I had was two pieces of potato. Quite frankly, the potato wasn't worth the calories. But the rye wheat toast was great, so I did indulge with that. But the omelet itself was excellent! Definitely would return!

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Truth and Beauty

4.1(105 reviews)

Had a great experience at T&B. Decided to stop in for an early lunch on a Saturday afternoon. They…read morehave both indoor and outdoor seating (weather permitting). We were seated inside. We noticed that some of the tables were reserved so seems like they take reservations for groups. The staff was super friendly and welcoming. As for the food, we enjoyed a variety of items. They have a traditional menu and a specials menu. We grabbed the salmon bites & wings for apps. I had the burger for my main meal which was delicious! Overall great experience. Would certainly go back to try other menu items.

Really cool atmosphere, good drinks and good good. I got the dill pickle hummus. Friendly and…read moreattentive service!

Lunch Menu 9/18/20

Great weather for some brunch and a walk!

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Jon M.

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10

3

10 years ago

Always, fast and friendly. Smoothies are great as are the wraps. Great place after a workout or for lunch

Rebekah D.

122

15

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7 years ago

Love this place! The food and smoothies are consistently good and the service is always great.

LadyT W.

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5

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6 years ago

I love this place. The staff is extremely helpful & smoothies are great!!

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