Friendly & casual vibe with a counter set-up where you enter, grab a menu or look at well-lit…read morescreens above the action. You walk along counter admiring the selections of sides, deserts. You order at the end, and find a seat. Your name is called and you pick up at the side counter. The dining area has plenty of seating, a private room looks available to reserve? Dining area & restrooms are bright, clean and inviting. My brother ordered fried fish with a chicken wing,, cabbage and sweet potatoes. He loved the fish & chicken- well seasoned without feeling your blood pressure rise as you indulged- LOL. The sides were good. I did the smothered porkchops - WOW, best that I have had - really enjoyed the main entrée and my sides (greens, black-eye peas). Both meals came with cornbread (another option was a biscuit). I have to say the food, the Staff and the establishment has been my best taste of southern cooking in the DMV area. I ordered chicken wings (6) to go for wife & I to enjoy later. Definitely worth a visit, we will be back - The smothered chops are calling me already. Lunch for two with a take home order of wings & 2 deserts plus tip was around $100.

Been to the old location…read more Been to the new location. I don't get the hype. The food is basic at best. The fish (catfish and croaker) always tastes like it's been fried in grease that needs changing. There's no flavor profile in the food which is weird for a soul-food restaurant. The mixed veggies were absolutely disgusting-- gave them back. I paid $65 for fried catfish with two sides, fried croaker with two sides, a cookie and two drinks---and sadly, the only thing that was sort of worth it was the cornbread, but it tastes like it has coconut in it. I hate coconut. The item that was the most flavorful for me was the black eyed peas/hoppin John (minus the big pieces of fatty meat in them).

Honestly, Ashling never really disappoints. We stopped by without reservations on a busy night…read moreafter dance and they were quickly able to accommodate our party of four! I love the ambiance of the restaurant bc to me, it's perfect for kids, a date night or a night out with girlfriends! The calamari and the gumbo are my go to selections! The gumbo is so flavorful and spicy but not overwhelming!! They also have a great brunch as well that we love!! This will forever be a favorite

Stopped here for a burger and enjoyed the food and service…read more We ordered a steak poutine which was delicious and full of steak. For our drinks they had some fun mocktails my daughter and I enjoyed. For our meals my daughter got a burger and I got the Cajun chicken sandwich. They were both very good. My only complaint was that it was quite loud in the room and the tables were very sticky. But overall great spot for a meal.

This was my first ever Blue Sunday! I don't come as often these days but yesterday I stopped by to…read morecatch some of the Spain vs. Argentina game! We arrived right before 3 and a few others were waiting for them to open. Got bar seating and had great service provided by Dre. I love that they do happy hour everyday. The specials are pretty good. I decided to try a new cocktail, well new to me. The "passion promise," which is gin based. It was really good. I might get another this week. We got a few apps and enjoyed the game. By time we left the place was packed. I'm glad to see this location still thriving and doing well! Woot!

Excellent food absolutely delicious! Decor is sleek nice upscale and very well maintained. The…read morehostesses, waiters were all super nice and helpful to each other. Singapore noodles 4 out of 5 Catfish filets 4 out of 5 Lemon pepper wings 5 out of 5 Lemon drop 4 out of 5 Can't believe this was my 1st time Will definitely be back!!!

Due to the great service and immaculate food, the wait was around 25 minutes to be seated but WELL…read moreWORTH THE WAIT!!!! Wonderful space to come and have breakfast or lunch even with the crowds, was a nice atmosphere. Food was served at optimal temperatures and the only mishap was one of the drinks were not made correctly the first time but they remedied the situation. Definitely will visit again on my next visit to Maryland!

Had a really enjoyable brunch at First Watch. The food was flavorful, thoughtfully composed, and…read moregenerously portioned. The Chimichurri Steak and Eggs Hash was the standout. The steak was tender, the eggs were cooked just right, and the chimichurri brought a fresh, herby brightness that balanced the richness of the dish. The feta added a nice salty finish that pulled everything together. If I had one small note, the potatoes could have been cooked a little more for a crisper texture, but it didn't take away from the flavor of the dish at all. The overall taste was still very strong, and the components worked really well together. The pancake was another highlight. Huge, fluffy, and beautifully browned, with chocolate chips throughout and just enough sweetness to make it feel indulgent without going overboard. Simple, classic, and very well done. Service made the experience even better. Bria was personable, attentive, and genuinely pleasant throughout the meal. She kept everything moving smoothly and added to the welcoming feel of the visit. Overall, a very solid brunch experience with flavorful food, strong portions, and great service. I'd absolutely come back, and I'd order the Chimichurri Steak and Eggs Hash again.

A casual American food restaurant/bar inside the Comfort Inn. The prices are very good and…read moreportions to match. We rolled in later after a flight to BWI for a conference. We wanted wine and simple fare. That ms what we got. Simple but diverse menu. My spouse opted for the 1/4 cheese burger and fries while I had the flat bread. Both were good but nothing to write home about. Solid food prepared by two ladies who also man the bar. Service was slow but pleasant and apologetic for being short staffed for crowd they were facing. We were in no rush so it didn't matter. Stocked with standard beer, wine and simple bar alcohol. No fancy drinks but it will get you by when you don't want to leave hotel. Would recommend for prices and food quality and would eat here again. Be aware, doors close at 9 pm.

This place rocks, not only does it have a great bar for a couple of night caps it also has a great…read morelittle menu for a late night snack, or some desert, which was what my party came in for. We came in just about five minutes before the food part closed, and Cathy the server could not have been nicer. She took our order for fries, strawberry cheese cake, and this warm chocolate cookie (which I had) with vanila ice cream, chocolate, and caramel sauce, with whipped cream on top, it was decadently good. It was the perfect ending for a great day at the Maryland Renaissance Faire.

BJ's is a go-to spot for me. I always order their hot honey wings, pizza to share, a drink & a…read morepazookie at the end. Service is pretty timely. No long waits to be seated or for a waiter to come and assist you. The ambiance is like any other sports bar/pub. TV's all around for sports and a long bar. towards the bar there's additional long/high chair tables to continue happy hour fellowship or group gatherings. (wish i had pics, can't find them!) I ordered the margarita flight and i asked for LALO tequila in all of the drinks. All of them were pretty interesting. I didn't really like the blood orange margarita, but the others were cool. I decided to order a ribeye steak (never had it before at BJ's decided to step out of my norm) As did my Bf. I was a little disappointed when received our food because our steaks were different shapes/thickness, too salty & not properly cooked to our preferred doneness. We brought this up to our waitress and asked for the Head Chef to re-make the steaks. She apologized and sent it back. In the interim, we enjoyed hot honey wings & you can never go wrong with the wings! no complaints, always a solid choice. The kitchen brought us both fresh steaks, and asked us was it cooked to our liking. The ribeyes looked like ribeyes, and rather than less seasoning, it tasted like there wasn't any seasoning at all. It was better than before but not 100%. However we agreed to avoid feeling like we are complaining too much. We continued our meal, paid, tipped & left. This felt like an honest accident as this location was fairly busy due to graduation season in the area. I also felt like I couldn't expect steakhouse quality from a tavern-styled restaurant. Moreover, it's BJ's food is good for what you get. I do enjoy BJ's, I do enjoy sticking to the food I know from there, and will see myself visiting again.

I went to BJs last night for a late night date and the service was pretty slow even though they…read morewere not very busy. I arrived around 10 p.m. and honestly the highlight of my visit was the non alcoholic Blushing sangria. It was really good. I ordered the Steakhouse wedge salad, medium rare, but for some reason they were not able to deliver the steak at the temperature I requested. It came out medium well and the one piece I tried was extremely tough. I ended up sending the entire dish back. BJs does have a late night happy hour with some decent appetizers and drink options. They also offer a five dollars for five wings special, so I tried the dill pickle ranch dry rub wings which were actually good. That is all I ate for the evening. My date ordered the jambalaya which was okay and the lemon pepper wings. Service was the main downfall because everything took a while and our server could have checked on us more often. Overall the food was decent. P.S Bring back the Casamigos sparkling sangria.

A decade later, and they are still around! There was a time when they were at risk for closing, but…read morehere they are. I went Sunday night to spend some time with friends who were in town for an event. I was certain that it was going to be packed in there, but it wasn't! I was able to grab a drink and get something that my nearby friend always takes pics of and makes me jealous: the fried wings... AKA the crack wings. They are still delicious! And they came out quickly. It doesn't look like they do karaoke anymore, but I'm glad to see they still do free pool on Wednesdays. I have heard from others how packed and slow it can get at peak times, but I am happy this wasn't that occasion. Hope they continue to do well. Also, I remember the building being white outside. It's blue now!

I stopped here on a Saturday night for the first time and the place was overcrowded and extremely…read morehot. The smell of old chicken grease filled the entire parking lot. This place had to be over the capacity as there was no moving space inside. The door was being held wide opened by a rock, I guess it was to give ventilation, which didn't help much at all. The bartenders are very very rude here (one in particular)they ignored customers, even refused to look up when a customer tries to get their attention. I've never seen bartenders be so rude. Also, there were only 2 bartenders working and AT LEAST 100 people present. The music was super loud and the sour smell at the bar was unbearable!!! I could not stay here long due to the heat and smell. This place has no security whatsoever, which seems a bit strange for the amount of people that were present. This spot is out of control.I seen people walking out of the door with drinks, even saw someone hit a car in the parking lot and pull off, this was my first and last visit.

I pulled up for a Sunday brunch to hang with the cousins, a group of about 20, and let me start by…read moresaying--this is not a grab-and-go brunch situation. It's a Caribbean spot with a full brunch menu, so yes, the food takes a little time... but that's part of the experience, not a flaw. Given the size of our party, the service held its own. It was steady, attentive, and friendly without feeling rushed--which honestly matched the vibe perfectly. If you come in expecting lightning-fast turnaround, you're in the wrong mindset. Come to enjoy your time. Now let's talk food. I ordered the steak, and it did not disappoint--well-seasoned, flavorful, and cooked just right. But the real surprise? That biscuit and butter. Listen... I could've made a whole meal out of that alone. And the mimosas? Nice and light--exactly how our group likes them. I didn't get the oxtail and grits, but I didn't need to. One look across the table told me everything I needed to know--full-on bowl-to-the-chin action. If you know, you know. It wasn't overly crowded for a Sunday, but the weather had randomly dipped back into winter mode after teasing us with 80 degrees, so I'll give them that. Overall, great experience. Good food, solid service, and a vibe that encourages you to sit, sip, and stay awhile. Exactly what brunch should be.

Well I have been waiting to try this place out. So glad I finally did. I met a friend here. We…read morearrived at 05:30. They open at 5pm. There was only two other customers when we arrived. We were greeted and seated promptly. Our server name was Sunny. She said she was also the bartender. She was very attentive. Checked on us regularly and was very friendly. My drink was awesome! Not strong but just what I needed to take that drive back home. We both ordered the Po boy shrimp sliders. It came with fries. Also ordered the shrimp egg rolls. I hear they have performers here at times. Also would love to check out the drag brunch. Happy hour menu is very reasonable. Would love to return for the entertainment. Just keep in mind the restaurant is small. I could see it getting really crowded on a busy day. I still would return though. I enjoyed my visit.