I am so glad that this place is still doing well! And what's better than a Sunday Funday with their…read morepretty darn good happy hour? Somehow, I had only been to this place during the winter time, but it is a completely different vibe during the warmer months. The outdoor space is stunning, and everything just feels brighter and happier. The staff are really nice, the patrons are enjoying themselves, and they just have excellent food. My friend and I happen to come during this fashion show event so there were complimentary hors d'oeuvres for everybody present, but we still ordered delicious deviled eggs (I could've eaten a whole tray of them) and had some great cocktails. You know, for the first time ever, I paid attention to a bunch of board games that they have on a shelf. But based on the stuff that's on the shelf in front of them, I am not 100% sure that they are up for grabs, but it still looks cool. Anyone who is in this area should definitely pay them a visit. You won't regret it.

Beware--on Saturday and Sunday, the kitchen closes from 3-5pm! The hours listed on Yelp are not…read moreaccurate. My friend and I showed up for a late lunch, and after I stood waiting for service for almost five minutes, the bartender finally came closer to me and said the kitchen was closed. She had been looking at me the entire time and didn't say anything or try to signal to me, so I found her behavior pretty rude. Also, I had previously visited this restaurant for happy hour and found the food and service to be average.

Mixt Food Hall is located in Brentwood and offers an open space for dining, drinking and gaming…read more There are current 4 dining options including: Blazin Craft Burgers and Wings, La Michoacana, Big Fish and Bare Bones Pizza. In the middle of the space, there is a full bar which appears to have all types of alcoholic beverages and offers happy hour. There is ample seating and also gains around the space. During the day, the space is quiet and provides a place where people can get work done and also grab some food.

I love the concept and the fact there is a nice option in the home of Brentwood. Creative drink…read moremenu. Fair prices and good customer service. There is lots of seating and different food options inside the location. There is an upstairs seating area and small arcade section. Also there is free 2 hr parking in garage on the side of building.

Love this place, the juices and the owner so much lol the only place you can get fresh quality…read morejuices! Me and my mom have been coming here for a few years now it has always been consistent she literally has never dropped the ball! Always nice and clean inside and customer service is always great!

I had the 3 kings juice. It could've benefited from some mango or a more tart apple but overall it…read morewas good. I'd get another type of juice, however. The aesthetic was nice. No hooks for bags underneath the bar. Service was quick which I loved. The vibe was okay. Sort of chill but not in a zen way if that makes sense. I would go back.

I ordered the iced honey cinnamon latte and half of açaí bowl which was very good. The cashier…read moreknows ASL and is able to communicate very well so that's a plus if you're Deaf. Table tend to be full if you plan to work on your laptop and very limited charging station. So be prepared and have your laptops full charged incase you don't sit by the plugs. 10/10 recommend this place.

Vigilante continues to roast and brew very good coffee. There's a richness in their product that…read morekeeps me coming back for more. Whatever Chris Vigilante and his team are doing: keep going, please! The loyalty program is welcome and helps regulars. I've come to enjoy the various baked goods that are for sale. This wasn't always the case. There's been a concerted effort to offer better options. Last visit, I got a pastry knot sprinkled with pistachio nuts that was scrumptious and a yummy almond croissant.

Lovely spot with great air conditioning and a quiet welcoming vibe. I came in today with my toddler…read moregrandson and got a croissant for him, an apple square danish and an iced brown sugar latte for me. We got our order to go so we could enjoy it in the park (and preserve their quiet welcoming vibe). The young woman at the counter was polite and helpful and my iced latte was ready quite quickly and tasted amazing. I've never had coffee with a brown sugar syrup before and I have to say, it was super yummy. We're new to the neighborhood, and I am happy that there's a high quality coffee shop within walking distance. We'll be back!

I love this cafe! The coffee is high quality--even the drip is nice. I even bought some of the…read morebeans they sell from Tanzania and it was strong with bold flavors. I especially enjoy the house tea which is a black tea with spices. The lentil sambusas are great, love the tofu panini and the pastries come fresh everyday from a bakery in the dmv. The owner Robel and all the staff are quite friendly, welcoming and helpful. There is also an upstairs lounge with WiFi and couches which makes for a great spot for coworking. Overall it is a neighborhood gem!!

Manifest Bread is a cute shop with a nice vibe. The customer service was great and I was greeted…read moreimmediately with a smile. The young lady at the counter was friendly and patient. I ordered a biscuit with jam, a chocolate chip pecan cookie, and donut for my daughter. I only went for a quick treat but they were placing out some fresh made sandwiches that looked good. The apple and cheddar sandwich sounds good so I'd come back to try it. I didn't see the coffee menu until after placing my order but they do offer espresso and lattes. The cookie was delicious and had a slight salty flavor that complemented it well. The biscuit was good too but tasted healthy. I would order it again. I would revisit Manifest Bread to try more of their menu items. The service was great, there was room to sit inside and there's a dedicated parking lot. I went during the week so I'm not sure if parking is as easily available on the weekends.

I've purchased their baked goods at regional farmers' markets and wanted to see the brick & mortar…read morestore for myself. It's located in a convenient, small shopping center off of Route 1. Parking is challenging at peak times. The selection of baked goods is varied and fresh. The line to buy items can get long. There's a decent-sized space to "eat-in", should you want. The sweet potato/chili/pistachio bialy is quite a creation, really like it, zings big time. I've never seen that flavor combo in a bialy before and hope they keep making it. The gingerbread with meyer lemon glaze has a very deep ginger flavor that's quite memorable. Not as keen about the breads. The community sandwich loaf is too plain for me and the sourdough breads are tame.

I've been visiting this cafe every two weeks before I walk over to my nail appointment lol…read moreIt's a family atmosphere, with lo-fi music, and a nice menu selection for food and beverages. The staff is super cool with friendly service. GREAT addition to the community!

Neighborhood Gem. I was visiting a friend who's resided in the area for 30 years. She's very hard…read moreto impressed. Took a jaunt (.5) mile walk to check out this bright, airy, and immaculate social spot. Weather grabbing a bite, meeting up, studying or simply grabbing a bite you'll be satisfied. The table next to me got a panini with fries and a bowl. Both were gorgeous and deliciously plated with dinner sized portions. I, however, kept it simple. I got pancakes without blueberries, 1 egg, and bacon. Everything is a la cart. I was expecting Big Box pancakes. These were anything but! They were perfectly cooked with a light crisp, very dense but airy. Vanilla sewn in each bite. They were THICK too. I was pleasantly surprised. Initially thought the price was exorbitant but the taste and appeal made up for it. Eggs were scrambled to perfection and seasoned too. I requested salt before I tasted them. So glad I didn't add any. Bacon was regular nothing major to rotate. Now the Sakura Latte wasn't as pretty as the one on Insta but it was delicious none the less. Not sweet but no earthy either. Cherry after taste but smooth due to the milk. I did add a sugar free vanilla syrup. The Cafe is beautiful. Contemporary and masculine furniture with feminine accompaniment due to the vast windows and pillows that let in a lot of natural light. Its definitely worth a stop if you're near. I really enjoyed my visit.

Amazing service, they always say hi and even remember our names now that we are regulars!…read more The coffee is phenomenal and the chocolate donuts they bring in on the weekends are my favorite:)

Yay! I'm about to get done with the 2025 alphabet series! Once again the last of the alphabet…read moreseries ends with a Z business like the 2021 & 2024 alphabet series, 2025 ends with Z is for Zeke's. Plenty of the years didn't end with Z as there was no business to represent. I visited Zeke's on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. I schlepped to DC for a Yelp event that afternoon and decided to wifi nearby. I knew Zeke's from trying them once in Lauraville, Baltimore City, 6 months earlier in July 2024. See my 5-star review of the Baltimore one written in August 2025. The coffee drink I got was very good. My main issue was the barista was unfriendly like asking him a couple of menu questions was inconvenient for him. It was a bit crowded, but I managed to find a seat and do some work. I could see why it would be crowded, the drinks are good, and it was an Arctic icebox outside that day; it was the only warm business on this block one could hang out for a while. The mood was somber in there as I overheard people talking about you know who's inauguration just 2 days earlier. If the barista had been friendly, they would've gotten either a 4 or 5-star, but it kind of soured my experience with this location.

Pan Lourdes is an inexpensive, family-friendly walk on the sweet side. For those new to…read moreMexican/Salvadorean baked goods, this is a good place to get up to speed on the basics. Latin pastry is drier and less sweet than what I'm used to. Here, there are worthy exceptions. The semita with pineapple-molasses swirl is good. The cheese filling in some items has an unexpectedly refined flavor. The bread pudding is my favorite, moist and eggy with plump raisins and a dark caramelized crust. Pan Lourdes is strictly no-frills. Along with basic coffee, you'll find the Hispanic classics, plus a couple of doughnuts. You have to ask for bread, which they keep out back. There is almost nothing with chocolate.

I only visited this location once, but it is one I would definitely check into again…read more It's a great bakery featuring items that are more Hispanic in nature. That being said, don't be surprised if the person assisting you knows little or no English. The pastries are all behind glass cases, and things didn't look disturbed from day-to-day, which gives me the impression they aren't removed overnight, but I am making a broad generalization (thus, my assumption should be taken with a grain of salt). The pastries are of great quality, though. They are flaky, light, and tasty. I was surprised, since it's a huge departure from the sugary, syrupy concoctions offered in most malls, airports, and coffee shops. The real star here is the price, though. Two pastries (one a pineapple empanada, the other a large equivalent to an eclair or canoli) cost less than $3 with tax. If I ever happen upon this neighborhood, I definitely know where I will satiate my morning sweet tooth craving.