Amazing service from manager Tracy. The desserts was delicious. Planning on returning soon.read more

Had an amazing Saturday brunch at Matchbox Silver Spring with three friends, and the entire…read moreexperience was exactly what we were looking for--a relaxed afternoon, great food, good laughs, and an all-around great time. The food was excellent, but what really made our experience stand out was our server, Alex. The service was exceptional from beginning to end. Alex was attentive, friendly, personable, and seemed to know exactly when we needed something without ever making us feel rushed or interrupted. That kind of service can completely change a dining experience, and Alex absolutely elevated ours. We came in simply looking to enjoy brunch together, and we left talking about what a great time we had. Great food is always appreciated, but when you combine it with genuinely warm, thoughtful service, it makes you want to come back. Matchbox definitely delivered, and Alex deserves special recognition for making an already great Saturday brunch even better. We'll absolutely be back!

This is a hidden gem in downtown Silver Spring. I went here recently with a few close friends. This…read moreis a great lunch spot with a great staff. I tried the jerk chicken wrap with was fantastic.

Run, don't walk to Locavino's happy hour! From 4-7 pm, they have 25% off food and drink specials…read more They allowed us to taste different wines before selecting your glass of choice! I'm a red wine kinda girl so I tried the Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, and committed to the Bonavita Tinto Wine. I could taste the mixed berries in every sip. It was only $7 for a glass - what a steal! My friends ordered the bruschetta and jerkalaya as entrees. For dessert, we went with the mousse and the banana bread pudding. Everything was SO good, no complaints. We enjoyed the cozy, classy atmosphere so much we stayed for 3 hours chatting. It's a hidden gem in DTSS, and we will be back!

Yum! I've been to Frank's many times but had never tried its sister restaurant, District Bistro…read more Now I wish I had tried it a lot earlier. It's a cute, intimate space with great service and excellent food. I got the salmon and avocado burger, which was really good. It was accompanied by rosemary parmesan fries that were fantastic. My friends tried a bunch of different items, including the chicken fried pork chop, duck breast, and a burger. Everyone was really happy with their choices and liked their drinks as well - the blueberry elderflower was a particular favorite. I look forward to going back!

Just a hidden gem and fantastic experience all around. The attention to us in the restaurant was…read morethe right amount. The vibe was for a sit down, but it looked like a really cool place to get a seat at the bar for a Friday night drink! We got fried green tomatoes and calamari to share. Both were seasoned well and fried crispy! There was no sogginess at all. We also shared a lamb bolognese amongst the four of us! It was so good and the pasta tasted al dente. For my main, I got the Ribeye that was cooked well. I got medium well, but should have gotten just a medium. For desert, we got a crème brule and a dish that was like a brownie with ice cream? Great presentation and taste. 5/5 and is a great addition to the area. I believe it is run by the same people who own Frank's Burgers? They are both connected to each other. SUPPORT LOCAL!!!!

Haven't been here for a while and decided to write about my experience. It was great! Our server…read morewas really nice, we sat outside bc it was so beautiful and we loved it. We ordered hanger steak, rib eye , and the scallop entree and all were delicious. For drinks, we also got the tiki drink to share and it was strong and DELICIOUS!!! I would totally come back :-)

my first time there.. highly recommend. service and food was delicious. PLEASE ASK FOR MARIAAAA the…read morenight shifter!! she literally an angel from the skies. I WILL BE BACK! 100/10

We had a late lunch before going to the movies…read more Food: we ordered the Berry Bliss nonalcoholic cocktail, rotisserie chicken salad, and firehouse chili. Firehouse chili: it was an appetizer so not a huge portion portion, but what we wanted. Ordered the sliced raw jalapeños and shredded cheddar cheese on the side. It also comes with chopped red onions on top. Very good chili. Would order it again. Rotisserie chicken salad: rotisserie chicken is a signature dish at Copper Canyon Grill. It's wonderful on salad. My photo doesn't do justice to how much chicken was on the salad, which was a lot. The salad was delicious. I ordered the blue cheese dressing and the barbecue sauce on the side. The blue cheese dressing is amazing with chunks of blue cheese in it. This salad is my favorite. Very Bliss cocktail: I was going to order a nonalcoholic beer, but our server, Ash, recommended this cocktail, which I ordered but asked to make it minimally sweet. It was delicious and refreshing containing strawberry, basil, fresh citrus, agave, and soda. and I would order it again. Great recommendation Ash. Service: stellar Service from Ash. Ambience: copper Canyon grills have a steakhouse atmosphere. Low lighting. Not too loud. Wood paneling and stone wall accents. Large inviting bar. We like to eat here.

Service, food & staff was good. Parking nearby within walking distance. Downtown Silver Springs is…read morenice. Egg rolls, steak and pot pie were all good. Place is pricey, and unfortunately the sunlight setting is blinding for a few tables across from bar and near the windows. It makes the experience unbearable for 15-20 mins. Shades or tint is very much a need.

Motorkat is the latest--and perhaps best--iteration of this beloved Takoma Park restaurant space…read more With an amazing beer selection and a mixologist behind the bar who is truly an artist, it has quickly become a go-to local spot, whether you are sitting at the bar, enjoying the lively patio, or settling into the restaurant itself. The fries are thin, crisp, and addictive. The local oysters arrive beautifully presented on a bed of ice with fresh horseradish and cocktail sauce. I have been known to eat as many as 50 in one sitting--in true Balzacian fashion. Everyone seems to love the ancient-grains salad, and Motorkat also does grilled meats exceptionally well. Great food, inventive drinks, and a fun neighborhood atmosphere: Motorkat gets the formula exactly right.

I am so happy that I got introduced to Motorkat!! In fact, I dined during their birthday week…read morecelebrations (year 3), which included special birthday items and deals! My group of 5 enjoyed a variety of their drinks and dishes, sharing 3 appetizers, enjoying 5 entrees, and indulging in two of their desserts. I started off with an alcoholic Mai Thai. Food wise, I had their grilled oysters, brussel Cesar, fried chicken curry dish, trifle dessert, and sorbet. As a non-seafood person, it was a big deal for me to try their oysters. I started slow with just their grilled oysters. They were drowning in garlic and butter, so it was hard not to like. The Brussel cesar was also a solid shareable. I appreciated that the salad did not come drenched in dressing. The curry friend chicken was phenomenal! The chicken fell of the bone so easily and was so crispy, moist, and overall outstanding. The curry and impossible rice paired perfectly with it. Finally, the desserts! I could have eaten two of the trifle dessert...it was smooth, creamy, and the perfect amount of sweet. It was everyone's favorite between the two. The sorbet was good, but I found the white chocolate a little weird/awkward since it was sitting around a bunch of cold sorbet...didn't melt or mesh well with the dish. It wasn't bad, but I'd try something else next time. Overall, I loved this place. The vibes, staff, and food were amazing. I can't wait to introduce more friends to this gem.

Yep. If you're reading this, you should just make that reservation and go... and yes, I would…read morerecommend a reservation because this place is pop-u-lar, and I see why. The space itself is bright and airy and a bit on the noisy side. But the service was very good, and the food was served quite quickly. I've been on a shakshuka kick lately, so I opted for the the Sweet Potato Shakshuka, which is described as: Sweet Potato Curry, with Chickpeas and Sunny Eggs with a the chicken add-on - gotta get that protein in, after all. This was one of the most unique shakshukas I'd ever had... It literally tasted like a curry dish you might get at your local Indian restaurant, with a bit of a brunch flair to it. The curry itself had a wee bit of spice and was a bit sweet - but that could have been from the sweet potatoes. The chicken was served in a bowl on the side, which felt a bit... odd... I would've expected it to be incorporated into the main dish. It was kind of bland and a bit lukewarm, so I don't know that I'd order that again... but I would definitely order this again!

True to its name, Unconventional Diner is not your average brunch spot - it delivers on fun and…read moreunique dishes (available until 3:45pm). The Tikka dish with fried egg was tasty, but wish paneer or larger protein option was built-in (not an upcharge)! The creamy red Tikka curry sauce, caramelized onions, crispy brussel sprouts, and fried ere tasty and paired well, the dish felt incomplete and something was missing, maybe some paneer or naan? I paid $5 for a side of zesty naan topped with different spices and really wish it came with the dish just came with it. While I was tempted to order the falafel, I couldn't justify shelling out another $5 for another upcharge and spend $10 on them for a total of $26 for just an entree - when these 2 upcharges should have been included in the entree by default. Wish there were more fun vegetarian dishes on the menu. Might come back for drinks and to explore the menu!

I recently revisited Kaldi's Social House, a place I hadn't been to in years. The restaurant…read morefeatures comfortable seating and a large bar that effectively divides the space, accommodating both diners and those working on laptops. We decided to order breakfast to-go. Although there was a line, it moved quickly, which was a pleasant surprise. We tried the 12oz lattes, which were decent but could use a little extra flair to elevate the flavor. On the bright side, the Sweet Corn Waffle and the Waffles with Fresh Berries were both absolutely delicious and a highlight of our meal.

This Black History Month, I've decided to celebrate Black excellence by supporting Black-owned…read morebusinesses! The support continues beyond February so join me! Today we took a drive to Kaldi's to order some breakfast to-go. The restaurant was really packed but the ordering process was actually pretty smooth. We ordered their 12oz lattes, my drink was modified to add a splash of almond milk. The lattes sadly weren't anything special and could probably benefit from some cinnamon or a flavor of some sort to bring a little personality to the drink. To eat, we ordered their waffles (sorry for the to-go pictures) I ordered the sweet corn waffle and my boyfriend ordered the waffles with fresh berries. The waffles were PHENOMENAL!!!!!!!!! Probably the best and most creative waffles I've had in a long time. The sweet corn waffles were magical. The addition of jalapeño peppers perfectly balanced off the sweet flavor seeping through the waffles. It was beautifully paired. The waffles were also very creamy and soft. Only downside is that I didn't care for the random garnish of corn of top but I get the presentation. This might have been better if it was seasoned or sautéed but the random corn didn't add or take away from the dish. My boyfriend lovedddddd his waffles and berries and said that it was the perfect breakfast selection. I'll definitely come back to order more waffles but also wished that they had a way of conducting pick up through their online portal. As mentioned, it was packed in there but there were some nice seating around the restaurant so I assume that you'll need to get there really early in order to dine in. Overall, I'll return and hopefully I can try another beverage.