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    Zion Kitchen

    3.3 (12 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Ericka G.

    This place deserves an update from me. I've never been to the restaurant and I was harsh in my initial review. No, it is not owned nor operated by W Africans but given the W African restaurants are readily available in this area (nor are they good), I order from here. Often. Very often. It's worth it. It is. No lie. I always order a few stews, the jollof, the pounded yam, the ginger drink and a couple different proteins and eat off of it for the week. It's delish. It really is, although it's not perfect. I do have a few issues... the containers for the stews aren't always filled, sometimes, the jollof is sometimes dry (it would be so nice to offer a lil condiment container of red pepper stew w/ the jollof), sometimes the efo riro is too spicy and not made w/ enough crawfish. I've ordered maybe 30x since this review (maybe more). I'm not a hater, I promise. I just prefer authentic cuisines that are made by those of that culture. Given no options, this is close enough.

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    Yin L.

    I finally ate with my hands. Mark recommended Egusi with yam because I'm vegan. It was perfect. First time African food eater here. Clean place, nice atmosphere and good people. Hibiscus drink was good too.

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    Adria M.

    We ordered delivery: egusi soup with goat and pounded yam, jollof rice with croaker, sans porridge, and a small side of stew. My tastebuds immediately snatched me back to the first time I ate West African food at the original location of Zion Kitchen on Minnesota Ave in NE DC about 20 years ago. I thought, "there's no way this is from DC, and I haven't been back since! I was so confused because the location on the app said Crab & Chicken in Laurel. The food was fresh, perfectly seasoned and delicious! So, today I ventured to the Crab & Chicken spot and demanded to know who was cooking! This little Honduran woman said "me, my boss taught me how to cook!" I hugged her. Come to find out, she'd been cooking at the original location for over 10 years! She let me sample her egusi soup and the peanut butter soup she was finishing up, chef's kiss!! I promised her I'd be back as soon as I could afford it again lol. I also said I couldn't wait to sample her native cuisine! I wish she could teach me how to cook West African food, but I get it!

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    So yummy! The staff is always great. Very attentive and personable. Our whole family enjoys the food. Love the fish and the red sauce.

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    The Hideout

    The Hideout

    4.0
    (106 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $

    All went well with this neighborhood gem. Sharina our mixologist was welcoming and created mature…read morepours for even the simplest cocktails. The atmosphere was reminding of "Cheers" the '80s sitcom and most patrons were known on a first name basis. I love it here was my echoing statement of the night! The food, cleanliness and service was epic!

    I am extremely disappointed by the experience I had at The Hideout Sports Bar…read more A family member had been telling me about this place for quite some time and encouraging me to visit, especially for karaoke. When I finally stopped by, I actually enjoyed myself. I liked the atmosphere, the energy, and the overall vibe. I even thought it was somewhere I would return to regularly, especially after learning that it was a black-owned business. As someone who intentionally supports black-owned businesses whenever possible, I was excited to have discovered a new place to support. Unfortunately, that changed at the end of the night. As closing time approached, I was standing with a glass of wine in my hand when, to my surprise, a member of the security staff (tall African American man with locs) randomly walked up to me and took the drink directly out of my hand. There was no "Excuse me." No "Ma'am, we're closing, I'll give you a few seconds to finish your drink, then you have to leave." No polite request to finish my drink and make my way out. Nothing! I completely understand that businesses have closing times. That is not my issue. My issue is the complete lack of respect and professionalism in the way the situation was handled. There was absolutely no reason for anyone to remove a drink from my hand without first speaking to me. A simple conversation would have accomplished the exact same result. Instead, the interaction felt rude, unnecessary, disrespectful, and honestly insulting. What bothered me most was how easily the situation could have been handled differently. A customer who is calmly standing with a drink in her hand should not be treated as though she is incapable of understanding a simple request. Respectful communication costs nothing! As someone who makes a conscious effort to support black-owned businesses, this experience was especially disappointing. I walked into The Hideout wanting to support the establishment and left feeling more disrespected than I have ever felt at any business I have patronized. After sharing my experience with a few individuals, I was surprised to learn that more than one person reported having negative interactions with the same security guard. I can only speak to my own experience, but hearing similar stories from others makes me wonder whether this behavior is an ongoing issue rather than an isolated incident. It is unfortunate that the actions of one employee completely changed my perception of what otherwise appeared to be a great establishment. One employee's behavior was enough to ensure that I will not return. I do not spend my money where I am treated with disrespect, spoken down to, or handled as though I am a child! I sincerely hope management takes this feedback seriously because no customer should be treated this way. Respect is the bare minimum when interacting with paying customers, and this entire situation could have been avoided with a simple, polite request. Please train your staff to do better!

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    Jailbreak Foodworks

    Jailbreak Foodworks

    4.2
    (431 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    Jailbreak was a great experience. They have two parts to the restaurant. To the left you can order…read morefood. I had the dry age burger and it did not disappoint! If you love onions you'll enjoy the onion crumble on this burger. A good balance of flavors and well worth the try. Parmesan fries also had roasted garlic so it was a big "Yes" for me! My husband got the jailbreak burger which was also a big crowd pleaser. To the right they have a full bar to try their different beers. A great spot to take your friends for after work drinks and eats. They even have a cozy lounge area to relax. Plenty of seating and great service. The staff was ready and willing to help and cleared off our tables for us. The tab system makes it easy to move from room to room so you don't have to worry, it's easy to add drinks and food as you relax and enjoy the atmosphere. Will definitely recommend for a relaxed atmosphere where you can watch games and also enjoy lively conversation. Better than a sports bar for food AND drinks.

    Service is always very attentive and there's plenty of options to choose from for both food and…read moredrinks. I was excited for the Japanese Bluefin Tuna, but was a bit let down. There was like a tangy sauce on the tuna which took away from the flavor of the fish and for $22 I was expecting something a bit more. Otherwise, Jailbreak is always a solid choice for drinks and grub. They usually have reservations and larger parties, but it's a pretty open/communal space, so there aren't typically issues with seating. All in all, a great spot for many occasions.

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    Blue Sunday Bar & Grill

    Blue Sunday Bar & Grill

    3.8
    (580 reviews)
    8.9 mi
    $$$

    I can't believe I haven't written a review for Blue Sunday yet because I've honestly never had a…read morebad experience here. I was introduced to this spot by some friends, and ever since then it's been one of those places I know I can count on. Whether you're going to celebrate something special or just looking for good food and atmosphere, this place is solid The vibe inside is chill low but with upscale energy, but overall just a great environment. On my last visit, I went with sushi since that's what I was craving, and everything I ordered was hitting. Every item I picked off the menu was flavorful and well put together. The customer service was 10/10; polite, attentive, and moved really quickly. I didn't get a chance to try any cocktails, but their cocktail menu looked solid. I ended up sticking with wine for the evening, but I definitely plan on going back to explore more of the menu and try a few drinks because they have so many options to choose from. Overall, I would definitely recommend checking it out if you want good food and great service.

    From the moment you walk in you can feel a upper scale restaurant. The lights are low with a black…read moretheme. Our server Efosa was quick to greet us and took our drink and appetizer order in. My girlfriend ordered a watermelon martini. Be careful the drink are strong but tastey at least according to her. For what its worth she a mixologist. Efosa checked back to see if we were ready to order but with all the great choices of what to order we needed a little more time. He gave us a few minutes and when I looked up and he seen me looking he was back to take our Spicey Curry Fried Rice and General Tso shrimp order. The appetizer Crab Dip that we ordered came out in record timing. Followed within a few minutes of or entrees. The was hot and were flavorful. Efosa made sure to look our way overtime we went by to see if we needed anything. This guy is not only a gentleman but gets the whole process of making sure the guest are taken care of. There was plenty left over and we took some to go. We will be back.

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    Black Flag Brewing Company

    Black Flag Brewing Company

    4.4
    (167 reviews)
    5.4 mi
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    The brewery is located in a strip mall with plenty of parking. There are activities every day,…read moreincluding a weekend drag brunch. For a place that doesn't have a kitchen, they sure have a lot going on. Customers can bring food (even pizzas) and games to play while enjoying a beer. The IPAs and Lagers were enjoyed by hubby & friends. I brought a water bottle (you can get water at the brewery too). Food trucks are periodically parked outside. The brewery has new flavors released on Fridays. The huge equipment can be seen from the seating area. Birthday parties and celebrations are allowed inside (max 30 people). The number & duration will determine how much it costs to rent the space. There was a birthday party taking place during our visit. Dogs are allowed if they are on a leash.

    We tried Black Flag for the first time. They had a doggy adoption/fundraising event going on which…read morewas a happy bonus for me to get some puppy love and kisses! It was busy, but we managed to find two seats at the bar. The service was great. We enjoyed all of the beers we tried. It's spacious cool decor and lots of seating available (and a huge parking lot which is always a plus!). They don't serve food here, but often have food trucks. One was supposed to come while we were there, but they ended up cancelling without notice (not the fault of the bar at all). But you're allowed to DoorDash or bring in food if you're hungry. Overall, I really enjoyed this brewery and will happily return!

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    Crofton Cantina

    Crofton Cantina

    4.4
    (17 reviews)
    8.4 mi
    $$

    Stumbled upon this place one Sunday. You can tell this is a place for locals and regulars from the…read morelady that was both a bartender, playing pool, and sitting at the bar as a regular patron all within the hour. A poker tournament was going on. We sat at the bar and what I will say is everyone was pleasant and welcoming. We were immediately invited into several conversations happening. I was told many food items on the menu were exceptional; the menu consisted of bar food such as burgers, BLT, steamed shrimp, mozzarella sticks, fries and a few other items I cannot recall. I ordered the steamed shrimp which were extremely bland, could tell they were frozen and overcooked. I have never not enjoyed steamed shrimp but these were the exception they also had a strong bleach smell. My partner ordered the turkey burger and didn't rave about it but also didn't complain about it. Nothing was life changing from what I could see that others were ordering. Seems that this is a place for drinking, camaraderie, and entertainment as there are also pool tables which I believe were free to use. No rush to return but if looking for an inviting place to play pool will return. One thing I did not like is that their are no small tables to sit your drink while playing pool as I was raised that you need to have your eyes on your drink when out in public at all times. Being told to leave my drink at the bar while playing pool did not sit well with me so I didn't drink.

    Delicious food, these cooks are on to something here! They turn out amazing dishes! Highly…read morerecommend potato skins (made on the spot), the chili and their Cheesesteak is my absolute favorite!!! And I'm from Philly, so.......

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    Myste Lounge

    Myste Lounge

    4.4
    (27 reviews)
    2.2 mi

    I visited Myste for a private event, and while the space itself is very aesthetically pleasing, the…read moreoverall experience was disappointing, mainly due to the food and service. The lounge is on the smaller side, which actually worked well for the event and gave it an intimate vibe. The owner was also very nice and welcoming, which I appreciated. Unfortunately, that's where the positives ended. The menu is extremely limited, and you pretty much have to piece together a meal from a few items. I ordered the jollof rice and six-piece chicken wings. The wings were overpriced, overcooked, and had no flavor at all. The only options were sauces on the side (honey, ranch, or blue cheese), and when I specifically asked for honey drizzled on top with blue cheese on the side, that request wasn't followed. Even more frustrating, our server never came back to check on us or make sure everything was okay. The jollof rice was honestly the worst part. Instead of that rich, smoky flavor you'd expect, it tasted burnt with a harsh charcoal aftertaste. I've had jollof rice many times before, and this was nowhere close. I ended up sending it back. Because I was hungry, I forced myself to eat the wings, even though they were dry and lacked flavor. Overall, Myste Lounge has a nice look and potential, but the food and service really need improvement. A revamped menu and better attention to guests would make a huge difference.

    Went to Myste Lounge with my boo thang on a Thursday night, and Thursdays are R&B night so it was…read moredimly lit, the playlist was smooth, and the vibes were definitely vibey . Service was great considering the place is small, it's hard to miss customers. It's a small hookah lounge in downtown Laurel, so don't expect a ton of space, but it's still a nice little spot to unwind after a long day or make a chill after-dinner stop. Hookah was smooth and the atmosphere was laid back. They do sell food, but we didn't try it this time. My only downside is the drink menu, it's mostly wine and champagne but overall it's a place I could see myself frequenting.

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