We were lucky enough to spend a weekend here with Sha-Ree as our host, and WOW -- she absolutely…read moreexceeded every expectation. From the moment we booked, she went above and beyond to make sure every detail was taken care of, anticipating our needs before we even had to ask. Her communication was exceptional, and she checked in throughout our stay with the perfect balance of attentiveness and warmth, making us feel genuinely welcomed and cared for. What truly sets Sha-Ree apart is her incredible gift for hospitality. She didn't just make sure our trip went smoothly -- she made it memorable. Her kindness, thoughtfulness, and enthusiasm elevated the entire experience and made us feel like valued guests rather than just visitors. As an added bonus, she gave us fantastic book recommendations, so fellow readers should absolutely seek her out! If every host were like Sha-Ree, travel would be a completely different experience. We can't say enough wonderful things about her and would return in a heartbeat. Moving on to the rest of the wonderful people we encountered during our stay! The bellhop, Andre, was friendly and welcoming. Claudiane got us checked in and situated with player cards efficiently. We met Rafaela on the floor and she must have recognized us as newcomers because she also came over to welcome us. Jeremiah was our server for brunch and went out of his way to make sure my husband (who is incredibly picky about coffee for someone who drinks Dunkin) had all of the accoutrements he needed. I also stopped by the spa while we were there, and had a truly incredible massage from Amaya. Last but not least, the bartenders, Ikeola and Merrill. They were both patient in running through all of the IPAs available, and Merrill was absolutely hilarious. Food time! The first night we got a bit caught up in gambling, so just grabbed food from the Orchid Kitchen. We had a slice of the meat lovers pizza, cheese pizza, a double smash burger, and their chicken tenders. The pizza slices were massive and the crust had a delicious garlic butter seasoning of some sort. The smash burger came with all of the right toppings, and the sauce really pulled it all together. If I could eat those chicken tenders every day, I could die happy. (It might be a premature death due to clogged arteries, but it would be worth it). We went to brunch at David's the next day and ordered the crab cake Benedict and avocado toast. As someone who eats avocado toast more than I care to admit, I have to say this was the best I'd ever had. The pesto added a wonderful element and really amped up the flavor profile. The crab cake was seasoned beautifully. It didn't overwhelm the delicate crab flavor, and the hollandaise had a perfect balance of richness and flavor. Lunch was the birria quesadilla at the FanDuel Sportsbook, and it was loaded with meat. It didn't have quite the punch of flavor I would expect from birria, but I was still pleased. Moving on to the pièce de résistance - dinner at The Prime Rib. Their bread basket (and butter) puts all other bread baskets to shame. A delectable variety of bread, rolls, and soft pretzel sticks. For dinner we ordered the seafood tower, and it was so good I immediately texted everyone I know about it. The mignonette provided a delicious pucker punch, and there was a regular cocktail sauce and horseradish one for a bit of a kick. The seafood itself (lobster, shrimp, crab, oysters, and clams) was flawless. Tender, flavorful, perfectly chilled...I'm drooling just thinking about it again. All in all, this was the best hotel I've ever stayed at. Between the staff, food, ambiance, cleanliness, amenities, and amazing casino, you will not find a better spot to spend a day...or week...or even a month, depending on how good you are at gambling. Truly an incredible experience and I can't wait to return!

Upon entering, my husband and I lined up to have our IDs checked and go through the security…read moreprocess. My husband gave his ID to the security man and he literally lost his ID. Completely dropped it or purposefully put it in his pocket. The situation should have been solved quickly but the man continued to just scan everyone else in line (even after acknowledging he lost the ID). After a minute or two of him making no effort, I tried to explain to him that this was a major problem. We were traveling from out of state and losing my husband's ID was an emergency that should have been taken seriously. I was told multiple times to "calm down" and how he "could find it in 2 seconds" - like, okay? Then find it in 2 seconds! I had to get multiple other employees involved to help look. The security guy who lost his ID continued making jokes about the situation, downplaying the severity, and telling me to calm down. 5-10 minutes later (at this point multiple employees are looking for the ID), the security guy pulls it out of his pocket. I have no idea if it was an accident or if this man attempted to steal my husband's drivers license for some reason. We were so stressed in this situation. Completely ruined the vibes of the night and our trust in the casino. If you can't trust the security at a casino entrance to handle things professionally, why go? Seemed super shady and I do not appreciate this man telling me to calm down as a paying customer when he failed to do an extremely simple job of scanning an ID and giving it back. We did not stick around after this experience.

Very good and affordable family buffet. Plenty of options, especially if you like seafood. The…read morestaff are very nice and attentive if you need assistance. The restaurant stays packed and they generally show sports on the TV. It's a good place to go!

******FRESH REVIEW FOR 2025!!*****…read more KEY DETAILS: Dinner for adults, 18.99, lunch 14.99 (discounts for seniors and young children, drinks not included [2.99], made to order hibatchi included, sushi bar included) ***Strategy Note*** In these inflated times, higher prices and smaller portions, Grand Hibachi is an excellent value. But to maximize your money, I suggest visiting at lunch. M-Friday until 3:15pm, you can get lunch price and pair with water, saving 7$ per adult. And the lunch selection is 85% or better as good as dinner choices. THE GOOD: Great variety and quality for the price - dedicated staff too THE BAD: Not much, avoid Sundays - mobbed, but that in itself is a compliment. Like any buffet, there is an occasional off dish, but the winners pick up the slack As a proud Marylander, I've dined here 2-3xs a month since 2018. I go because I leave full and satisfied knowing it was money well spent. They have a delectable variety of dishes with plenty for all preferences and diets. Whether you are strict low carb, looking for healthy options, or just don't care and want to savor it all - this is the place. Let me say, if you love seafood, one modest plate of huge hardshell crabs, crawfish and mussels alone will easily cover the price. The salad bar is stacked with sauces and desserts (fruits, cakes, pudding and more). They have a fantastic made-to-order hibatchi bar, great sushi, and of course all the Chinese take-out favorites. Do you like fried chicken and shrimp? Don't waste your money at chains, they have it here and it's better. Not looking to sit? Save time with convienient take out. I also like they stay on top of the stations. They are typically clean and organized. Finally, the staff is friendly and they work hard to keep your table clear and the restaurant clean. Enjoy! I do - every time.

This "restaurant" in the BWI Marriott was awesome for a hotel bar/restaurant. The service was just…read morea bit slow, but if you factor in ordering delivery or venturing out to another place for dinner, you're probably still saving some time. I ate here a few times and had some of the best wings I ever had. They were fresh and crispy, and had this Old Bay Honey sauce which was quite amazing. The wings stayed crispy the entire time too. I would have loved to try the buffalo too just because the wings themselves were so good. The Creamy Crab Soup was also wonderful. A bowl was $13 but it was a good size, piping hot, and loaded with chunks of crab! So good... and something I wanted to be crabby! The Crab Cake was great too. It wasn't lump crab (nor did it claim to be), but the exterior was crispy and the inside was moist and delicious. It was even better with the orange sauce (color, not flavor) that was brought out after. It might be the onion ring sauce, but the waitress wasn't sure. It needed it! I wanted to go to the bar a few times, but during the week, it was kinda packed without an open seat. Bummer! I'll guess it's a popular place with guests.

I was pleasantly surprised by how good the food was. The she-crab soup and crab cake sandwich were…read moreboth outstanding, and the Reuben was also very good. The only drawback was the slow service. However, the staff members were very friendly and apologized for the delay. I would definitely return--just not when I'm in a rush.

Invited to try Mama Rosa with a friend for lunch I was pretty excited to learn theirs a Filipino…read morespot close to home. The restaurant has simple seating, buffet style views of some of their food items and features grocery items. It's nice to have a spot to grab different items to try while also sitting down for a little meal. In restaurant I tried the bbq chicken skewers with garlic fried rice. For my to go order I grabbed pancit and lumpia since those are my husband's favorite. We all enjoyed the flavor profile in each of these items and cannot wait to come back to work our way through more of the menu.

I had a pickup order and it was ready on the time I said I would come get it. They've been…read moreconsistent in the past and we always get their pork barbecue and lumpia shanghai, among others. This time, the pork barbecue looked a little dry. Missing some of the "taba" (fat) at the end which would have been nice. Taste is still ok and just dipped in vinegar so it's not too dry. The grilled fish we got was a little on the burnt side which made it difficult to eat on account of the bitter taste and it was in a place where it was difficult to separate the burnt part from the meat. Also, my one beef is that there was an added credit card surcharge of 3% which I was not informed of ahead of time. This is big as my bill before taxes was already over $135! If I knew beforehand, I would have prepared to bring cash because that surcharge was big and this was not even verbally offered at the time of payment. I have been a loyal customer for many years now but we don't come as often as we don't leave near. It used to be bag fees, and I brought my own bag in for groceries, but this surcharge left a bad taste. if this is to be standard, please put up a sign at the counter or on your website. Otherwise, I like the variety of food and grocery items offered, but there has to be better communication with customers.

One of my favorite place to frequent whenever I'm in the area since 2019…read more I've always had to DoorDash them until this last visit that I actually had a chance to sit in the restaurant. To start let's just say the food will NEVER disappoint. The atmosphere was pretty chill as I sat at the bar to dine, but the dining area were a perfect vibe for family or friends. The service was par, nothing special at all to write about.

I've been coming to Timbuktu for over three decades, so it is not easy to write this…read more This has long been a place I could rely on, but my recent visit was a real disappointment. The crab egg rolls were bland and the crab cakes, once a standout for me, just did not have the flavor I remember. Service was also very slow. On a quiet Sunday with just five of us dining, it took about 20 minutes to receive our drinks. When I asked to speak with a manager, I was instead directed to a supervisor who spent more time explaining the situation than actually acknowledging our concerns or offering an apology. To make matters worse, a credit card service fee was automatically added even though we paid in cash and had to ask for it to be removed. After more than 30 years of visiting, this experience was especially disappointing. At this point, I do not plan on returning.

Our waitress Angela M was attentive and kept track of our orders even though we were a very large…read moregroup at several tables. The food was good and reasonably priced. I will certainly return!

Crabtowne USA is a seafood restaurant with a twist: A fully functional retro arcade. If they are…read morebusy, be prepared to hunt for parking spots as the lots on either side of the restaurant are not big. While I did not dine here, they do have other items then seafood on the menu like burgers, cheesesteaks, hot dogs, tacos, and quesadillas. The arcade uses quarters with change machines available. Pinball machines line the outside of the room with the interior having several rows of arcade cabinets. Machines were almost all in good condition with only a few having issues or being down. They have a good mix of pinball machines including both newer and older options. Many were set to only be .50 to play. Pinball machines that caught my eye included Johnny Mnemonic, Fish Tales, High Speed, The Simpsons 1990, and Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines. I was impressed with the Spy Hunter machine, as it was challenging. Other arcade machines that stood out included Arkanoid, Operation Wolf, several Mortal Kombat versions, and a Rush 2049 sit-down driving cabinet. Make sure to plan enough time to enjoy this arcade, I sadly only had 45 minutes but made the most of it. Crabtowne USA's arcade is a fun time and is absolutely worth a visit.

I've been coming to Sushi Q in Elkridge since my college days and it still tastes just as delicious…read moreas the first time! Their lunch combo specials are my favorite deals because you can get 2-3 sushi rolls for just about $12-14 in total. That lunch combo also comes with a crab tempura appetizer, clear or miso soup, and salad with ginger dressing. As for service, there are days when they are slow and some when they are extremely quick but this has often resulted in mistakes in our orders. There were a couple of times when I've received the wrong sushi roll or my entree never came out. However, the servers are usually very nice and will get your correct or missing order. Overall, I enjoy Sushi Q a lot and the Elkridge location is a classic favorite of mine!

Sushi Q is literally the best sushi restaurant is Elkridge! Their rolls are unique and tasty, my…read morefavorite is the Spicy Girl. My family also enjoys their Japanese fries rice. I typically order for pick up but after dining at the restaurant, I realize it offers a completely different experience that is not offered in to go orders. They are generous and often offer a free roll. Food is usually ready in 20mins and if it's gonna be any longer they will make you aware.

Imagine eating some of the best Indian cuisine in an opulent royal palace! This is the aura here at…read moreRoyal Taj, your treated like Royalty there's marble, lit fireplaces, amazing, crafted cocktails, and excellent-attentive customer service. The dishes are plentiful and made with the freshest ingredients. This place does not cut corners on flavor, quality of meat, or presentation. Amazing dishes we tried chicken tikka masala, lamb rogen josh, vegetable pikora, warm and crispy garlic naan. The prices are affordable and the portions are plentiful. I highly recommend this restaurant for a special occasion or date night. The owner is very friendly he comes around and talks to his regulars and introduces himself to his new customers. The experience is memorable.

Dinner with my husband and (adult) daughter. Greeted and seated promptly…read more Ambience is A-plus. It felt cozy and private where we were seated. We were surrounded by a plethora of beautiful bottles of liquor sealed and decorative. Service was spot on. Waiter checked up on us periodically (not in a bothersome kind of way). The food was very good. Here is a list of what we ordered: Lamb saag Basil pomegranate martini Bhindi masala Dirty martini Sangria Chicken biryani Samosa Papadam Mango lassi gelato for dessert All dishes and drinks were enjoyable. We plan to revisit and try different items on the menu. *bathroom was clean