I really love this place! A group of my friends stopped here after Flower Mart in Mt. Vernon…read moreyesterday for a bite to eat. The space is dark and cozy. The food menu had a decent amount of variety but we all settled on the burger, which was delicious. The meat was juicy and the bun had a nice chewy texture. I had the super food salad as a side, which was also delicious. It had a kale base and an Asian/soy sauce dressing. I could've eaten another salad it was so good! The drinks were great quality too. The Amaro Daiquiri was my favorite. I also had a Frenchie, which was yummy. Service was solid as well. Can't wait to come back!

This place is an absolute gem and is one of the greatest values in the city. It's a hidden bar…read moredownstairs in a basement in mount vernon. With a speakeasy vibe, the service is quick and food is delicious. I would go here weekly if my waistline would allow it

Tried Akbar for takeout last night for the first time and I've gotta say, of all the Indian spots…read moreon Charles St, this is probably my least favorite. It's not that it was bad necessarily, other places nearby are just better in my opinion. We ordered two chicken tikka masalas, garlic naan, and paneer pakora. I was disappointed to see, upon returning home, that they only gave us one side of rice for two orders of chicken tikka. That seemed a little strange to me especially since each order of chicken tikka was almost $20. The sauce had nice flavor but the chicken was tough and didn't fall apart like others I've had in the past. I would've preferred butter chicken but couldn't find it on their menu - maybe I just overlooked it or they have it listed under another name? The paneer pakora was OK, the breading was super thick and not crispy enough. The mint cilantro chutney it came with was unexpectedly spicy. I can handle my spice but I've just never had green chutney have that much of a kick to it. I didn't try the naan but my boyfriend said he's had better. All together it was $60 which seemed a little steep for what we got. The inside is surprisingly cute though and they do offer a lunch buffet. Would I return? Probably not just given the other options in the area.

$15 dollar lunch buffet on a weekend? That's 3 stars of the 4 right there. But we happened upon…read morethis restaurant when we were in the area and stepped in for the lunch buffet. It wasn't an extensive offering but it had the classics. Chicken tikka masala, paneer saag,rice, pakora, etc. So it's both vegetarian and non vegetarian friendly. It was a little sad to see the place empty. In my opinion their lunch buffet is definitely worth checking out. Food tasted great and service was attentive.

This is a great place to go when you're "elevated". I think I would die happy if I ate this food on…read moremy death bed. For appetizers, we got Mantwo and Bowlawani- it was absolutely DEMOLISHED. Mantwo is basically afghan dumpling, and the filling was incredible savory and had a meaty texture. The was my favorite appetizer, stuffed with spiced potatoes, lentils, and chives/leeks from what I saw. The dipping sauce of yogurt and mint went amazing with it. For mains, we got the Lamb Lawand and Lamb loin chop. The lamb lawand was this savory rice dish- they served it with mushrooms and a side of beautifully seasoned spinach. It came as a stew that you were able to mix with your rice as you please. As for the lamb loin chop, it was incredibly tender- falling off the bone. Dessert was difficult, as I am deathly allergic to all nuts. My partner got the hazelnut chocolate cake, and from what I heard they rated it very highly. I got the afghan ice cream; the flavor were incredibly unique, with notes of cardamom, saffron and rose water. I usually have a problem with rose water in my desserts, as it ends up tasting overly flowery or soapy, but I think it was executed well. The toppings of dates, mangos, and figs went incredibly well with the flavors of the ice cream. My only complaint was the service being a bit slow, but at the time we went it was incredibly busy, and I don't blame the workers. Otherwise, this was a great place to go to for an elevated meal! Not TOO fancy, but not too casual either.

The wife and I finally made it to the Helmand. We got there right around 6 and got a spot right…read moreacross the street. When we walked in, we were sat in the very large dining area and our server came right over. The atmosphere definitely lends itself to a smart casual outfit vibe. Very cutesy!! We started off with the bowlani. It was a freshly gently fried samosa if I had to describe it. I enjoyed it very much. I wanted to try multiple items but for some reason wasn't very hungry so I went with the vegetarian aushuk and the mashawa soup. I also ordered the bread to dip in my soup. Everything was very tasty. The service was excellent and the overall vibe of the restaurant was pleasant. I'll be back for sure.

An eclectic space. My first time having pisco (a liquor)…read more Service was good. Sydney took care of us and answered any questions we had. Our food was tasty. We finished it lol. I'll be back

The Buttonwood is listed on Yelp as being Vietnamese…read more Uh, I don't think so. It is more Asian Fusion if anything with Taiwanese chicken, pakora, katsu curry, and bulgogi melt also in the menu. It is a long space, with an eclectic collection up front, and spaced out tables in the back. I ordered their bulgogi melt $12.50 to go, which is normally served with fries, but I was offered vegetables as an alternative, for which there is an upcharge. She gave us water while we waited! The vegetables were cauliflower, bell peppers and onions, a nice selection and cooked well. They were a bit highly black peppered. But the sandwich was tasty and not too sweet. (Which is a compliment, in case you didn't know.)

It has been a minute since I have been to Topside. Perched on the 14th floor, Hotel Revival, this…read morerooftop restaurant has always been known for its views, sunny brunches and cozy dinners. Got together with a few friends for dinner during the holidays and it never disappoints. We stopped in on a Sunday, early evening around 5:30. It was pretty quiet so we were quickly seated at our table. Our server for the evening, Josh was phenomenal. Josh is pretty much knowledgeable about the entire menu and gave us wonderful recommendations from food to cocktails. And answered any questions that we had, I wound definitely sit in his section all the time. I highly recommend. Our table ordered a plethora of entrees, from the Chesapeake Cioppino( a seasfood stew with clams, mussels, rockfish, Maryland crab and fennel), a phenomenal dish and perfect for cold evenings. The Rockfish entree was really delicious and I was blown away with the crispy okra. Definitely a nice touch to the dish. It sits in a goan curry sauce, so delicious. You can never go wrong with their burger. The cracked pepper bacon along with the caramelized onion jam was really good on this burger and it was cooked perfectly, nice and juicy. We also had the Shenandoah lamb and the shrimp and grits, which were not pictured, my friends enjoyed those dishes as well. They have nice cocktail menu as well, all the cocktails are named after songs, such as Like a G6 for example. If you're in the Mount Vernon area of town, stop in and check them out. They also offer brunch and happy hour service as well. You won't be disappointed SYOY I

We came here for brunch because we were staying at the hotel there. This was terrible. We made a…read morebrunch reservation and after ordering, our food took 45 minutes to come. We didn't even get our scone before the 45 minutes. About 35 minutes in, we looked around us and noticed that not a single table that came before us had their food either. The servers said something about how everyone came in at the same time for the reservation which doesn't even make sense because the restaurant should be staggering food. Service was poor and servers were rude overall. We tried to ask if they were serving anything other than the brunch menu (like if there was a lunch menu too) and the girl looked at us like we were dumb. We later saw the table next to us with a burger, which was NOT on the brunch menu so obviously he was able to order out of the brunch menu. I got the Avocado Toast w Poached Egg. The flavor combo was unique, but was overall mid and the bread they used was not a good pick for an avocado toast. It was thick and soggy. Overall, food was mid. Service was terrible and the wait was ridiculous.

First time visiting Marie Louise Bistro after the Charles street promenade. It's a calm vibe with…read moreample seating. We sat inside at the window. Our food was flavorful and great portions. We were pleased with the size of the crabcake for sure. We were able to get a drink as a mocktail and it was tasty. The waiter was friendly and I'd definitely return.

Stopped for a quick bite before dinner across the street. This place caught our attention with the…read morenice outdoor seating and live music. We got drinks, escargot, and a bread basket. It was good but not great, but just what we needed before dinner!

Not bad for a corner place to have some bites after drinking or a comedy show (like myself)…read more A huge menu for food and service is self order and you grab your own food. Seating is limited and it's pretty loud in here so -1 star on ambiance.

Stopped in for a late night eat, and well it did the job. Didn't finish my meal, and didnt care to…read morepack it either. I don't think I would opt for it otherwise, think fried, fried and fried. Service was quick from ordering to having them shout tour order out though. The dining area gives cafeteria for sure, but thats just their vibe.

This is so overdue! This is the 3rd time we've been here. I like coming here every time I'm in…read moreBaltimore. One of my favorite things about this place is the fact that they let us choose where we want to sit and the window seat is always open! Another fav is their mimosas. Better than bottomless is a decent price and a decent number of juice options! The lemon ricotta pancakes are so so good! They have something for everyone on the menu. We also love their avocado toast. Service is always attentive and friendly. The ambience is nice. The music isn't too loud and the temperature is perfect.

Union Hill Kitchen & Craft Bar has all the components of a restaurant you want. Excellent customer…read moreservice, amazing food, and they truly cater to their guests. I actually found Union Hill while planning my friend's 40th birthday dinner from another state, and from the moment I reached out, everything just flowed. I inquired about hosting a dinner and one of the owners, Matt, got back to me within a day. From there, the planning felt effortless. He answered all my questions, stayed in communication, and really helped bring the whole vision together. We had close to 30 people for the dinner in one of their private dining areas, and when I say the staff was impeccable... they were ON IT. My friend had no idea where she was going, so this was a full surprise. Once we gave the staff the green light, they were ready and immediately started accommodating everyone. Everything just flowed from there. We did family-style appetizers, which I loved because everyone got to try a little bit of everything. Everything was flavorful and came out at the perfect pace. For my entrée, I had the salmon and it was so good. And listen... I hosted the whole thing, ate there that night, AND still had leftovers to take home. That's always a win. They were also super accommodating leading up to the event. I was able to drop off the cake and cake pops the evening before, and I was even able to decorate the private dining area, which made everything feel really personal. What could have easily been a stressful experience ended up feeling seamless. The restaurant atmosphere is beautiful. The private dining area worked perfectly for our group, and they even have an upstairs outdoor area as well as a downstairs outdoor space, which I didn't get to experience this time but definitely want to the next time I go back. I'm so grateful I came across Union Hill Kitchen & Craft Bar. It made such a special occasion even better.