Bears Shaved Ice

This is a great, family-owned business that embraces customer service. Called with a compressed…read moretimeline (i.e. less than a week) requesting them for a graduation party. Staci was great, told me she would check and get to me, which she did promptly to let me know they could accommodate. (Yay!) Day of the party, Tiki Treats showed up promptly, and set up their adorable "tiki hut" in our sun room and started serving up delicious shaved ice treats. They were a huge hit with the kids and adults alike! Definitely recommend.

Tiki Treats was a huge hit at my son's birthday party this past weekend. The shaved ice treats…read morewere delicious, the set up of the Tiki Shaved Ice Bar was amazing and the service was outstanding. We are definitely planning on having Tiki Treats at future events! Thank you Stacey and Brandon! http://tikitreatsdc.com/

TikiTreats TikiTruck with shave ice and yummy snacks

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Carmen's Italian Ice

4.6(5 reviews)

2.4 km

Am I the only one who didn't know there was a Carmen's in Kentlands, INSIDE of the Kung Fu Tea?…read more I had only ever been to the one on Nelson St in Rockville. It was cold and late and didn't feel like going to that one, and it was my name day so when I saw a Carmen's location in Kentlands I figured it was my sign to go! I was a little disappointed that this location didn't have all the flavors that I'm used to seeing at the Rockville location. One my favorites is Ube, which they happened to be out when I went. I usually go for the gelati, and the options were your typical flavors, nothing too exciting in my opinion. But, ultimately cant complain because my name day vegan coconut gelati and mango shave ice tasted fine and it was like having a little pina colada in the middle of winter! Hope this location expands their menu so that we can enjoy all the wonderful flavors that Carmen's has to offer!

I had never tried Carmen's Italian Ice but for what I got, it was very good! We came really late…read more Like close to closing. Fortunately at the nick of time we walked in and got what what we wanted. The staff were accommodating and even friendly! I went really simple here. A medium cherry Italian ice is what I got. For the size, it's actually pretty big compared to the small size. That size is for ants. I personally think Medium size is the perfect size where it's not too big. Large and bigger sizes is a bit too much unless you really love your Italian ice. The only issue I have is it's a bit hard to find unless you know the area well. It's inside of Kung Fu Tea as a heads up.

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Vegan coconut gelato with mango shaved ice December 1, 2024 IG: @pharmingfoodies

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Taipei Cafe

3.9(519 reviews)

8.6 km

The food here is very tasty and the service is quick and cordial. My son is an expert at finding…read morethese hidden gems. We really enjoy the food here and have been here a few times. My favorite dishes so far are: Beef cubes with seven spices (appetizer) Fish with Plum Sauce - this is deep-fried fish with a plum sauce, and it is better than your typical sweet-and-sour fish dish Shredded Beef with scallions Shredded pork with bamboo Yu tsai with garlic Eggplant with basil Spinach with garlic I didn't particularly like the crispy stinky bean curd or the steamed fish with soy beans. I think these are an acquired taste. We will be back to try other dishes as well!

My girlfriend and I went to Taipei Cafe and we love Lu Rou Fan dish so we had to order it. It was…read moreabsolutely delicious, as the meat was perfectly tender and not too oily. It was also my first time trying the oyster egg omelette, and it tasted so good. Next time we will be back to try the beef noodle soup and shaved ice. Soo delicious!!

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Bob's Shanghai 66

4.0(1.7k reviews)

8.7 km

Everything here is so delicious and fresh. All the food comes out piping hot and I'm never…read moredisappointed! The soup dumplings are a must get. I really enjoyed the dan dan noodles and salt and pepper squid a lot. There are so many options to choose from and you won't be disappointed! My group got there around 2pm on a Sunday and waited about 20-30 minutes for a table. This place stays busy for a while so come prepare to wait a bit.

Bob's Shanghai has been on a bunch of best dim sum lists but it's a pretty far drive for us…read more Luckily we were in the area so we placed an order for pickup online. We ordered an Egg and Cruller Wrap, Scallion Pancake, Pork & Rice Shumai, Chicken XLB, Pan Fried Pork Buns, and Cucumbers. Order was ready on time but know that since its was a Sunday so it took around 45 minutes due to how busy it was. We really liked the Pork & Rice Shumai and the Pan Fried Pork buns were our favorites. Both filled really well. The Chicken XLB (like most carryout dumplings) kind of exploded mostly so we didn't get the best experience there but the flavor was good. The egg cruller wrap was solid but doesn't travel well. The scallion pancake was a little thicker/breadier than I'm used to. Cucumbers were solid. This place definitely needs to be experienced dine in, especially based on how busy their dining room was that day. If you're in a rush though, their takeout is solid.

Waiting for the service not too long.

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Temari Japanese Cafe

4.1(856 reviews)

10.9 km

Temari is about as authentic as it gets. Especially in the Rockville area, it's probably the best…read moreJapanese restaurant around & 1of the closest to the quality you'd find in Japan. The fish is always super fresh, delicious & served in generous portions. The prices aren't the cheapest, but you're definitely paying for quality. Temari Special Sashimi Combo ($33) - Comes with rice, miso soup & the appetizer of the day. They give you tons of fish, making it 1 of the best deals on the menu. They're always super fresh & I've never left disappointed. I recommend sticking with the sashimi or tonkatsu. Their ramen is just mediocre, so I'd avoid it.

Had some free time to come here for dinner by myself. It is a small place with around 10 tables…read moreplus some bar seats. The waitresses are really nice and I was warmly greeted as soon as I walked in. Located in the right hand corner of the strip center across from Bassett Furniture on Rockville Pike. The Tonkotsu ramen soup and sushi sashimi were excellent!

Love love their Onigiris!!

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Carmen's Italian Ice & Cafe

4.6(512 reviews)

6.9 km

Although I have tried my fair share of funky flavors, I have never come across as many unique and…read moregenuinely tasty options as those at Carmen's Italian Ice. Calling the selection good would be an understatement. Flavors and styles lined the walls, and they have even introduced seasonal spring drinks alongside their custards and Italian ice. I ordered a gelati, which came with two flavors and the option to add a warm brownie in the center. They also offer prepackaged pints to take home. The only item that could not be sampled was the not fried chicken, their iconic Shark Tank inspired creation shaped like a chicken leg, where the novelty lies more in the form than the flavor. Some flavors had intriguing names like Tiger Blood and Midnight Fantasy, and the staff were more than happy to explain each one in detail. *Midnight Fantasy: featured a chocolate base mixed with chunks of brookie. It leaned heavier with a slightly grainy texture from the cookie pieces, but the chocolate itself was not overly sweet. It worked best when paired with something lighter. The brookie itself was well balanced, with a fudgy brownie component and a cookie that had a snickerdoodle like quality. *Mango Italian Ice: had a clean, fruity flavor and a smooth texture. It was not overly icy and paired nicely with the custard on top. *Honey Milk: was my favorite of everything I tried. The honey flavor came through strongly, both in taste and aroma, while the milky richness added a smooth creaminess. It paired beautifully with the Italian ice and balanced the richness of the Midnight Fantasy. *Spring Break Soda: was an interesting take on a Sprite style drink, with kiwi syrup, blue raspberry syrup, grenadine, and cold foam. It definitely delivered a sugar rush. There was a tropical feel, but it may be best suited for those with a serious sweet tooth. There is likely something for everyone here, and the friendly service makes it easy to find your match. While I would probably skip the sodas, the Italian ice and custard stood out for their quality.

On a hot day, we stopped at an Italian ice shop and tried coconut, mango, pineapple, and strawberry…read moreflavors. They were all very good, but the mango stood out as the best. The staff was friendly, and the prices were reasonable. The shop had adequate seating inside and didn't seem too crowded. A great way to cool off.

6/8/23 - Vanilla custard & chocolate Italian ice large gelati (on Jayden day)

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Bubbles&Tea

4.2(210 reviews)

11.2 km

LOVE them, the tea is fantastic and they add more tea rather than dilute with anything else if you…read moreask for less ice! They're my favorite, low-key boba shop in Rockville. There's a few spots inside to hangout though I haven't gotten a chance to stay and get a real feel for sitting in -- maybe sometime soon. But the staff is super helpful and we always enjoy the tea.

Tucked away in a shopping center on Rockville Pike! I had them bookmarked and since I was in the…read morearea and I decided to stop by. I like exploring new boba tea spots. There's alot in this area! Service was good. Helpful employees. I got a salted caramel milk tea with regular ice, 30% sugar and boba. This drink was good but I've had better! Would I try them again? Maybe, but not in a hurry.

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Minis Shaved Ice

5.0(1 review)

4.1 km

best shaved ice i've ever had! kind staff and friendly environment. i have always had a great…read moreexperience at minis!!!

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So much fun from shaved ice!

Kyoto Matcha

4.3(579 reviews)

8.9 km

MY FAVORITE ICE CREAM PLACE! Their matcha ice cream cone is soooooo good! You can order quickly at…read morethe kiosk. The space is nice with outside and inside seating. This was such a great treat after dinner. 10/10!

Quick service, easy to order using the iPads. Perfect for a quick dessert to go. A few tables…read moreinside so you can sit and enjoy your treats. The best matcha soft serve swirl in the DMV! Reasonably priced as well. Free street parking and free garage parking.

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Char’d - MD

5.0(5 reviews)

6.6 km

This was one of the best burgers I've ever had. Juicy, tasty and amazing. Fries are also delicious.read more

A very good burger experience. I've visited the food truck at both stops they serviced in MD. Some…read morestops in MD they've stopped servicing and rotated to other locations, like Laurel and Rockville, MD. The burgers they produce are very consistent. The patties are hearty and the bread is sturdy; able to neatly hold together the large patties, cheese, toppings, and sauce. Definitely a substantial burger. I recommend ordering ahead as the burgers are made to order. The customer service is also good. I like that they offer a good quality fries. The owners also put effort into the design of the truck which adds to the feel that you're getting a high-quality burger and customer experience. I'm glad they now have a brick and mortar. If you can't get out to Tyson's Galleria, the food truck is an excellent alternative.

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tasted like Hawaii would recommend blue Hawaii and gummy bear

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Amazing shave ice, so good! Great service.

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3.5

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All the juice here are about $7. They don't speak English, so it can be challenging if you have…read morequestions. Mangonada ($7) = Real Mango Smoothie + Chili + Lime + Tamarind. The mangoes're on point - super fresh, ripe & sweet. But boy... she put SO much tamarind and chili to the point it's not drinkable. I tasted nothing but sourness in my mouth. I couldn't even finish 30% of it & developed heart burn right after. I'm pretty sure she messed up because all the mangonada I've had before didn't taste like this lol. However, I do see promise & I'd come back to try their other normal juices.

Giving this place 5 stars because of many reasons!!! One of those reasons is that we unknowingly…read morewalked in 40 mins past their closing time and they still gave us great service. The lights were on and we didn't see their hours but they were just as kind and accommodating. I ordered the mangonada with tamarind con chile and it was DELICIOUS!!!! This place is authentic and all the ingredients were fresh! Definitely check it out!!!!!

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