It was the first time trying this place and it was amazing experience. Tyler my server was…read moreextremely friendly and very helpful. Recommend me some amazing options I went with the cereal French toast and the DL. Everything was delicious and the ambiance was chill and refreshing.

Solid brunch spot on Capitol Hill, and better than the average DC brunch option by a meaningful…read moremargin. We split the DL's Egg Drop (the bulgogi breakfast sandwich) and the Hatch Green Chili sandwich. Both were well executed. The bulgogi brought some real depth to what could have easily been a gimmick, and the hatch green chili edged it out for me personally. The heat was there without being obnoxious, and everything held together the way a good sandwich should. Friends went with the shrimp and grits and had nothing but good things to say. The team behind this place (Scott Drewno and Danny Lee, also of Anju and ChiKo) knows what they're doing, and it shows. The sourcing is thoughtful, the execution is consistent, and the menu has enough going on to warrant repeat visits without feeling like it's trying too hard. Would come back, and would tell others to do the same.

I could eat their pancakes/waffles ALL DAY EVERY DAY AND 99 times on Sunday! Fluffy and with the…read moreperfect sweetness! I live a block and a half from 2 other pretty tasty breakfast spots but I order from Norma's all the time! Their homefries are another favorite! Well seasoned yumminess! Please try them out!!

Vibe: Mom-and-pop type spot with a chill vibe. A few younger…read morepeople working there, good customer service, and you can tell they have a lot of regulars just by how they talk to folks. Small, takeout-only place. Food: First time here. Tried the wings and got the Hall of Flame platter with a mix. Can't complain about anything. Pancakes were good, wings were seasoned well, and the whole platter was solid. They use turkey sausage, which I liked. Eggs had onions and could've been cooked a little more, but nothing crazy. Everything came out hot. Service / Timing: Wait times were pretty accurate, which I always appreciate. Value: $30,Okay. Highlights: Wings Wrap-Up: I'll definitely be back to try more. Tony's who?

I have been going to Barrel since they opened in the mid 2010s. As someone who loves whiskey this…read moreis the place to go for a range of offerings. The bar staff has always been knowledgeable on providing recommendations. For instance, they were the first place I tried the Old Forrester Birthday Bourbon. While it's not something I get frequently, since then I treat myself to it every full moon. They have selections from around the world and I have sent many friends here and they have been impressed. Also while their menu seems small-please know everything they offer that they do very well. The burger is delicious, the fries, the mac and cheese and wings are some of my favorite items. Go and enjoy!

Brunchy fried rice was good. It was well seasoned but a bit spicy per some chopped chilies. I would…read moresay it's an overall medium spice level. They have varied menu options for all appetites. Service is great. Employees friendly. Great ambiance inside with their seating, bar, and decor.

Granny's Kitchen is a small little food truck that offers various breakfast combos, located right…read moreon Pennsylvania, in front of the Penn Branch Shopping Center. All their items are made-from-scratch, and the menu seems to rotate occasionally. I love how it is simplified where you choose a $10 or a $15 main, which both options come with 2 sides of your choice, wheat or white toast, and a small canned juice. We ordered: +the Shrimp & Grits - the grits were the best grits I've ever had - they were thick, creamy, cheesy, and seasoned perfectly! I'd probably order this dish again, without the sausage, and opt for more cheesy grits as my 2 sides to load it up! +the Cheesecake Stuffed Peach Cobbler French Toast - this wasn't as overly sweet as I thought it would be, which was great; I think we'd go for the simple French Toast or the pancakes next time, though +Old Bay Maple Breakfast Potatoes - the Old Bay seasoning was subtle, and these large chunks of breakfast potatoes were more on the sweeter end +Scrambled Eggs +Turkey Sausage Link +Turkey Sausage Patty +pineapple and cranberry juice I noticed that the cranberry juice had expired, but it was easy to replace it with another drink of choice. Staff were friendly, but note that depending on the queue, you may wait for some time for your food, as it's all made-to-order; we waited for ours for about 12 minutes or so, and everything came piping hot! The portions are extremely generous and can feed at least 2 people or be split into 2 meals. Note that there are small little ordering cards to place your orders through; hand them to the staff, and they'll give you an estimated wait time. Most seem to get their items to go, as this is a food truck and there is no seating area. I'd be curious to try out any other additions they may add to their menu in the future, but I would definitely come back for those grits! +delicious grits! +friendly staff! +food truck located on Pennsylvania, in front of the shopping center

A must! If you find yourself in SE Washington DC around breakfast/early afternoon Granny's Kitchen…read moreshould be a stop you make! Stopped here for breakfast and everything I had was bomb! First off the price you can't beat for what they call a "plate" you get a main, two sides, piece of toast, and a juice! They have 10$ and 15$ priced plates. I got two of the 15$ plates the salmon cake and the berry stuffed cheesecake French toast with the eggs and the old bay maple potatoes. The old bay maple potatoes!!!! So good! The salmon cake was the best I've ever had! Hearty in size. I also tried the new grits bowl they had on their menu. Grits, fried chicken,eggs,cheese,hash browns,and gravy ..tooo goood! Service was also great and timely had all my food in about 12 mins. The girl in the window was really nice and helpful. I will deff be back here! Highly recommended!

Was a great experience all around! Our waiter, Chris, was really kind and was a good spirit…read more We ended up getting the jerk wings and cod fish croquettes to start. The cod fish balls were the bomb! It was the right texture. Not mushy at all or overpowering in terms of the cod fish. The wings were very good as well. Fall off the bone! I ended up getting the goat curry. The roti was flaky and the curry was so savory. My dad got the red snapper and it was huge! It was pricey though. Market rate was $75, but he and my mom were able to split it and felt satisfied. We came for lunch, which seemed to be the move. There was live music and a lot of the items you would see for dinner, assuming there is a brunch menu. I saw some egg and burger options as well. Worth going back multiple times. SUPPORT LOCAL!

My girlfriend and I stopped in for a late lunch/early dinner, and from start to finish it was a…read moregreat experience. First, I have to give a shout-out to the waiter working upstairs. He was amazing! His service, attitude, attentiveness, and overall professionalism were all on point and really helped make our visit enjoyable. To start, we ordered the jerk charbroiled oysters, which were incredibly flavorful and delicious. We also had the mango habanero wings, cooked extra crispy just as requested. They were packed with flavor and perfectly prepared. For our entrées, my girlfriend ordered the chicken and shrimp Rasta pasta. It was well-portioned, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. I had the jerk salmon and shrimp with cabbage and rice and peas, and it was equally impressive. We also added a side of mac and cheese, which was a great complement to the meal. Overall, this was an excellent dining experience. The food was flavorful, the portions were satisfying, the service was outstanding, and the ambiance was welcoming and enjoyable. I definitely plan on coming back during the week to check out Happy Hour and returning on a Sunday to experience brunch. Highly recommended!

This is one of my favorite cafes in the DC area! They have more of an Asian take when it comes to…read morefood and drinks, which reminds me of home. I get various stuff, ranging from pastries to sandwiches. The service is always A+ quality too, I always talk to friendly employees who want to help me order. However, one of my favorite things about this place is that this is one of the few places in DC that truly feels like a cafe. Clean, quiet, respectful. Definitely recommend folks to swing by!

Met a friend with whom I try asian breakfast places so this was a comparison with the…read moreTaiwanese-American Bacon, Egg, and Cheese (BEC) Scallion Pancake Win Son Bakery in NYC. Ube latte - 4/5, but mostly because I think I've decided I do not prefer ube in my lattes Breakfast scallion pancake sandwich with hickory smoked bacon - 4/5, served with steamed egg, american cheese, lo-mayo, side of chili crisp Maybe if I'd never had the Win Son BEC I'd score this higher but actually the Any Day Now version is just too thick. The scallion pancake is not crepe thin like it is usually and at Win Son, the american cheese is, well, american cheese. I may have enjoyed this overall more if I had the kim chi breakfast scallion pancake sandwich but again, the scallion pancake is half of the issue. To be clear, super edible and different, just not as good as the BEC at Win Son - I'd travel to NYC just to eat that breakfast sandwich!

A friend and I stopped by on a Saturday afternoon without a reservation and were pleasantly…read moresurprised to be seated right away. I ordered the pancake stack, which is the main reason I keep coming back. The pancakes are consistently delicious and come with eggs, hash browns, and your choice of meat. My meal included scrambled eggs (it was just one egg ), hash browns that needed a little seasoning, and bacon that looked undercooked for my taste. My waiter was friendly and attentive. When I mentioned that I prefer my bacon crispy, he was happy to take it back. It seemed like they simply put the same bacon back on the flat top, so it still wasn't quite what I was hoping for, but I appreciated his willingness to help. My friend ordered the fish and chips. The steak fries were really good, but the fish itself was just okay. Overall, I know every restaurant has an off day, and this experience won't keep me from coming back. The pancakes are still worth the visit. Next time, I'll be a little more specific about my preferences from the start.

My friend booked brunch at Ted's. I hadn't been in years. Breakfast all day is always good! On the…read moreSunday after the 4th, we were seated right away. The service was quick - our food came out within 10 minutes after we ordered. I ordered two eggs make your mark plate. Instead of sour dough, I substituted a biscuit. What a lovely idea! The biscuit was the best I've had in a long time. I'm so pleased we decided to go to Ted's. If you're looking for breakfast all day- Ted's is great!

I went to CHLOE in DC and honestly, I've walked past this place so many times and had no idea there…read morewas a gym inside. I love that they have a whole fried fish because the presentation alone is spectacular. They also had a featured menu, I'm not sure if it changes weekly or monthly, and my date got the curry shrimp which was honestly a really good size portion. I was super tired that day so we were kind of in and out, but I'd definitely go back. The drinks were good too. Cute place and solid service - loved the bread as well

Casual neighborhood vibe - great outdoor atmosphere although the best seat is at the bar where you…read morecan see the kitchen prep the most delectable sharables. Friendly for dg owners, great service, and fresh, tasty food carefully curated. The spices are creatively woven into the Newell plated dishes. Great for groups, take out and for a local meal. Vegan options! My favs by far - the penne pasta with pork ragout, and the Flat iron Minute Steak with shiitakes and the caramelized Cauliflower.

I've been coming to Market Lunch since 2007 or so! The food is consistently good and the service is…read morefast. There's a diner feel and the communal table makes the environment very much feel like an old school lunch counter. If you come on a weekend be prepared for a long line that looks intimidating but moves fast and guarantees good food at the end!

Reliable diner spot to check out while at Eastern Market. I…read morelike buckwheat, so I enjoyed the buckwheat pancakes. They do have a slightly gritty texture, so if that's not your thing just a headsup. We got here around 9:30am Sunday, so there was plenty of seating at the long table. But I've seen this place get PACKED, so definitely keep that in mind as I wouldn't say it's worth waiting long. But again, reliable diner food and friendly service!

Our party of 4 arrived with about 30 minute left of Happy Hour so we took advantage and got some…read moreappetizers to share, mussels and crab fries. The mussels were so good! The only thing I needed was some crusty french bread to enjoy the broth. The broth was super flavorful and the mussels were fresh. I decided on the lamb rigatoni for dinner. It had just the right amount of spice and the portion was large enough that I took some home after enjoying the appetizers. Our server was awesome. He was friendly and engaging from the moment we walked in. He knew the menu and made great recommendations.

As a self confessed foodie, I am always in search of my next great dining experience - and ready to…read morerock and roll back to restaurants that are tried and true. This was my first visit to Kitchen Savages. I had tried walking in without a reservation once before on a Saturday evening, and there were no seats available. So my first recommendation would definitely be to make sure you make/have a reservation because they do get busy (understandably so)!! Overall our brunch experience was good! I started off with the Mimosa Sampler for my drink order; I wanted to try the different flavours that were on offer. These were nice, but I'd hoped the presentation would have been a little better and the mimosas not as heavy with the juices. The food was great! Super tasty and packed with flavour. My husband had the Peach Cobbler French Toast and I ordered the 'Create-Your-Own' pasta. I requested it with salmon, shrimp and spinach, but it only came with the shrimp and spinach. Such a shame, because I can imagine the salmon would have made the dish EVEN better. When the bill came, it had the salmon (which I never got) listed on it - after pointing this out, the server checked with the kitchen, and kindly removed it from the bill. Overall, I would say that we really enjoyed brunch here. I will definitely be back in the future to try the main dinner menu & hopefully there'll be no mixups with what I order and what I get .