What a pleasant surprise to finally visit a restaurant that's been in my area for years but somehow…read moreescaped my radar. I don't dine at barbecue chains very often since I try to watch my diet, but I was happy to find plenty of options that weren't overly greasy, fried, or smothered in sauce. The meats are slow-smoked, and a variety of house barbecue sauces are conveniently available at each table so you can customize the flavor to your liking. Parking is easy, with a large free lot behind the building as well as free street parking nearby. We visited on a Friday afternoon with a group of 10 and were seated together without any problem. They also accommodated separate checks, which is always appreciated for larger groups. The dining room has a comfortable, spacious feel with dark wood accents and nostalgic photos and posters decorating the walls. The menu offers a good variety of barbecue favorites, combination platters, salads, and lunch specials. One member of our group needed gluten-free options, and the staff helped her find a meal that worked well for her dietary needs. Most of us ordered the pulled pork sandwich, while others chose salads. We also shared the onion loaf appetizer, which disappeared quickly. Everyone seemed to enjoy their meals. Our server was covering several tables, so service was a little slow at times, but she remained friendly, attentive, and handled our requests professionally. The portions were generous, prices were reasonable, and the quality exceeded my expectations. I'd happily return with family to sample more of their smoked meats--especially the ribs.

Honestly I don't know if they just had a bad day or this is the norm but this may be the worst…read moreresturant food I've ever had. Price point is great but portions are small. The sides come in sauce or condiment size cups. The green beans and macaroni and cheese are decent. The collard greens? Terrible not a pinch of salt or pepper it's as if they forgot if they seasoned it and said whatever they'll be fine. Coleslaw not good just mayo and mustard nothing else. Mac and cheese is just boxed mac and cheese. The brisket was not only dry but also tasteless. The ribs were burnt to the crisp and slathered in bbq sauce. I had the most high hopes for this place as I've seen it for years but this was terrible

Outstanding food, service and environment. I had the…read moremeatloaf sandwich , which I ordered again the 2nd time going. Looking forward to our next trip there.

My first time eating in the dining room at Klobys. There is a cute space where you can watch…read moretelevision in a semi-private area. The only drawback is the table is low, it looks more like a coffee table. I ordered the buffalo chicken wrap with fries, my dining companions ordered the black and blue burger and salmon with brussel sprouts. Everyone enjoyed their meal and my buffalo chicken wrap tasted just right with enough ranch dressing. A great selection of beers on tap. We had a great dinner. Our server was Ian and he was fantastic. He kept coming by to check in on us. The food, service and ambiance is phenomenal. Will definitely come back.

1. Great Service: smiling and thoughtful help from staff. 2…read more Ambiance: clean in all service areas 3. Quick service to obtain food order 4. Relatively quick for food delivery after order. 5. Location: Laurel, Maryland.

Famous Dave's in Laurel has always been one of my go-to spots for barbecue. The food is…read moreconsistently good, the service is fast, and the prices are reasonable. I've even hosted a work retirement party here with more than 40 people, and the staff handled everything quickly and efficiently. They also offer daily specials, making it a great choice for dine-in, takeout, or catering.

Great food and customer service for lunch. Fries were excellent and turkey was smoked perfectly…read more Great portions for the price too. Sweet tea is the best around. Love the black plate specials and seasonal sides and desserts. Also love that they support military and first responders. Never had a bad experience with the food or service. Will be back again and again. Best location in the area.

Been to this Mission BBQ multiple times since living near Laurel in western Anne Arundel County in…read moreRussett as this is my closest location. I normally get the beef brisket either sandwich or entree, which comes with cornbread, and mac n' cheese or beans. Brisket you can get lean or moist. Moist is even more delicious, but less healthy than lean. Also, there are 6 varieties of BBQ sauces. My favorites are Texas Twang & West Virginia one. They have a Maryland style, which is a pretty good effort. There's also Carolina, Mississippi, & one other one. Good BBQ is hard to come by in MD, but Mission BBQ is always a great choice. Their blueberry clobber is incredible too, which I got a couple of times for free around Valentine's Day. Staff has always been nice at the Laurel location. Also, they support the troops & first responders. On 9/11 anniversary, they get a free sandwich that day. In 2024, my conservative dad also told me that at Noon everyday, they do the National Anthem. I asked my dad follow-up questions: Me: "Walked in at 12:05. Wonder if they still do that. Never heard them do before, but never was here exactly at 12. Do people stand up for national anthem at 12 even if they are in the middle of eating? Dad: "Yes" Me: "Does everyone stand up, or do some stay seated as they don't want their food to get cold or whatever?" Dad: "The employees stop working. Everyone except liberals stand up. They all face the flag waving on the TV until it is done. Many clap at the end of cheer." Me: "Oh wow, that's cool. So you do see some liberals stay seated?" Dad: "Just kidding on that." Me: "Oh and is it at every location? Like does Laurel, MD & all of them do it?" Dad: "All of them" Another time I arrived just before noon, which was nice as everyone stood up to put their hand on their heart while National Anthem is played. In 2024, my friend had a differing opinion from my dad on this noon National Anthem: Me: "Just missed National Anthem. My dad said Mission BBQ does at Noon everyday. I've never been right at noon." Him: "I would be pissed if I was in the middle of eating and had to stand up for national anthem." Me: "I hope I'm there one day so I can participate." Him: "Dealbreaker for an early lunch there for me." Me: "Liberals eat late. Conservatives eat first." Him: "Yeah they should have the conservatives eat at 11:30 and the libs eat at 12:30." Overall, I highly recommend Mission BBQ for the great food and friendly service.

Stumbled into Jailbreak on a Sunday and unfortunately caught them on their way to closing so this…read moreis less of a full review and more of a very enthusiastic preview. The space alone made an impression before we even ordered anything. The visible distillery is a great touch and the dry aged meat on display is the kind of thing that stops you mid step and makes you immediately plan a return visit. Equal parts impressive and appetizing. Think of it as a public man cave, bar stools, regular seating and leather couches all coexisting in a space that feels social, relaxed and genuinely fun to be in. The kind of spot that works for a first date, a group hangout or just a solo decompress after a long week. My partner got the house beer and had zero complaints. The dry aged beef is calling my name and I will absolutely be answering. Watch this space for an update.

This is really a super chill spot where you can enjoy a nice ( really nice ) drink and just…read moresocialize or organize your own thoughts. I sat at the bar and I have to tip my cap to the bartenders who did an awesome job at making sure everything was beyond my satisfaction. They definitely give generous pours and for this being my first time trying Avion repo tequila the ample pour made my night ( literally ) I told myself the next time I visit Jailbreak I would try a few things off of their menu ( so stay tune for an updated review )

I decided to give Mad Cow another try. I first visited when they opened and ordered the jerk tacos…read more(not sure if that's even on the menu anymore). Back then, I thought it was just okay. Today, I gave them another shot because Uber Eats was offering a buy one, get one free deal on the jerk chicken meal. I chose rice & peas with plantain for my sides. The chicken was cooked on the grill--which I love--because it really brings out the flavor in jerk chicken. I also requested my jerk sauce on the side since I prefer a dry rub style over a saucy one. The only drawback was the small bone pieces in the chicken and rice. That's something to be cautious about, especially if a child is eating the meal. The plantains were also inconsistent--some pieces were hard, while others were mushy. On the bright side, the coco bread was perfect and the Jamaican rum cake was phenomenal. Whoever baked that cake clearly took their time soaking it in rum. It reminded me of the way my grandmother used to make it--absolutely delicious. I would definitely order the rum cake again.

The is my first review of November so I'm behind but will be catching up soon...lol But back to Mad…read moreCow I came on yesterday (11/9/25) around 1pm to meet up with some friends for Brunch. Usually with brunch we would do the bottomless mimosas and all but because I was driving I decided not to participate in that. And usually I would get chicken and waffles but I was in the mood for a burger. So I thought because their name is "Mad Cow" the burger would be the bomb...but nope it was not good at all. So I prefer a beef burger cooked medium with blue cheese, mayo, lettuce, tomato, and onions. When I burger got tot the table it was dry as a board. No blue cheese that I paid extra for and the burger was not cooked correctly it was cooked well done. Smdh. So the waiter brought me my blue cheese apologized about it and also gave me a mayo bottle. Even with the burger still was not good and the patty was so thick with no flavor not even salt and pepper was in it!! I tried their punch drink which was really good but for $15 a pop in a regular water glass was ridiculous. Make sure you don't get too tipsy as they already have like a 20% gratuity added on each of our checks no matter how small or big your group is which again is ridiculous! Will I come back...maybe only because I would like to try some Jamaican food they offer. But for brunch...it's a no for me!

The food is delicious and it's cheaper than Atlantic seafood it's worth the money!…read more It's also nice and quiet and quick service

Trash, Awful, Terrible, BAIT AND SWITCH. I saw the Instagram which made the food look good but this…read moreis far from good. The name "Soul Boat" definitely lured me in but instead I got canned greens and uncandid yams. I was beyond disappointed the moment I walked in but decided to give them a shot anyway because I was hungry. My wife and I ordered the following: Whiting Fish Platter, Shrimp Platter, along with fried Calamari. The platters come with two sides. The whiting platter I ordered I chose collard greens and candid yams. You can tell the greens came out the can. The amount of stems and blandness annoyed me from the first bit. The candid yams have nothing sweet about them. The fish was unseasoned can tasted like a filet that was just dumped in a deep fryer and pulled out. I threw most of this away outside of the fish. My wife ordered the shrimp platter with mac and cheese and greens. The shrimp are LARGE. Same problem with the greens. The Mac & Cheese just wasn't giving. I also ordered a side of Calamari. I took one bite and the trash that went as well. This didn't appear to be seasoned or cooked as well. The food here is awful. No clue how people eat here. Living off the soul name is ridiculous as mostly everything felt like it came out of a can. I'll never come back here and I'd advise you save your time and money. The only thing good about this place is the staff and the fancy bags your food comes in. I do not recommend.

AMY Z. WAS FREAKING AWESOME!!! The best waitress here! Definitely coming again because of her!read more

I used to go to this place when I was called Kogi Underground. While I'm sad Kogi Undergroind no…read morelonger exists I'm glad that KPOT KBBQ and Hot Pot took over. The former restaurant was just a KBBQ place. KPOT offers both KBBQ and Hot Pot so you can have your cake and eat it too!

DMV, if you're looking for bomb honey lemon pepper wings, strong drinks, good music, karaoke…read morepractically any night of the week AND somewhere chill without driving into DC, you need to visit The Hideout--a dive bar located in Laurel, MD! The Hideout has been around for years, so if you know, you know! The prices are pricing, and y'all know I love a good deal. Friday and Saturday nights tend to be the busiest, but it's also a cool spot to stop by during the week after work. Karaoke is five nights a week--every night except Tuesday and Thursday--and happy hour is Monday through Friday from 3-7 p.m., with discounted wings, sliders and drinks. And for my sugar babies looking for their next piece of sugar, you might want to check them out too. You know they got moniesssss out Howard County! Now, distance-wise, this one might not be for everybody. It's on the Howard County side of Laurel, so if you know your tags are dead, don't come--you will get bagged! #dmvrestaurants #laurelmd #dmvnightlife #karaokenight #foodtiktok

"The Hideout" is a fitting name for an establishment that's ducked off on a line of small stores. I…read moreinstantly noted that this place was a daily local favorite and most patrons were interacting with a high level of familiarity. The energy level is high, with pool tables through out and sports talk in abundance ( definitely a great environment to watch a game !! ) I sat at the bar area and was greeted with respect and professionalism. The bartenders here are awesome and they come with wicked pours.... Yes !!! Drinks here are absolutely on point and not for the faint of heart. Now what floored me, was how good the chicken tenders were ( which is the dish I opted for ) I'm talking best ever tenders talk for sure... not too greasy, but crispy, tender with the perfect sauce. And the fries were seasoned to perfection ( like... really good ! ) I'm already planning a cool Football Sunday outing during the season here... See you soon Hideout !!! FYI: the 5-stars are very fitting when you compare this spot to others in the same category ( cool, down to earth, lively with a lot of moving pieces and lit !! )

Food: fresh veggies, breakfast, coffee, lunch, fresh meat, candies, donuts, pretzels~ you can feed…read morethe whole family while you are here. Service: friendly staff to get your order Ambiance: think of it as a cool indoor farmers market. Parking: can be challenging when it gets busy. Plan accordingly. ;)

First time here and it was great! There is something here for everyone. Between the local food or…read moreproduce you're bound to leave with a few things. We indulged in some jam, cookies, ginger snaps, cheesecake. To top it off, my boyfriend couldn't stop raving about the pickles, a must try! Service was friendly, I love the family aspect of this farmers market. Will be back!