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    GQ Palace

    3.0 (14 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    Tania A.

    My friends and I were looking for somewhere to grab food in the area, and GQ Palace Restaurant & Lounge was one of the only options that opened until late (2am). Definitely keep in mind that this is a lounge/club, so if you plan on being able to talk while dining in the evening - this may not be the option that you want to go with. The service was very very slow... There was some slight confusion with the waitress when our table gave our order - but luckily we were able to iron it out before the food arrived. It could have been that we were super hungry - but the food did seem to take a long time to come out. We decided that was likely a good thing as it meant it was being freshly prepared ‍. Overall the Suya was tasty, and the pepper sauce served on the side was actually a good spice level. The Nwkobi (cow feet) was tasty - and it had been a while since I'd had it, so that was a pleasant surprise. My friends had the Fried Rice and Goat Soup and they both agreed that it was tasty. I wish I had checked the bill properly before paying... I wasn't aware of the 15% additional service charge added to each bill. Maybe if I had known that I wouldn't have added such a generous tip. Overall, the music and food was good. But it was super duper loud and the service could be improved.

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    food and specialty drinks was very delicious and unique, it was my first time trying this cuisine. Caleb was very friendly and helpful.

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    4 months ago

    The service was excellent. The music was great! Good vibes all around but the salmon was dry!

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    This place is wayyyy too expensive... 4 drinks $98 on a Thursday.... I see why it was EMPTY. NEVER again

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    SoBe Restaurant and Lounge - Cool lounge area @ Sobe

    SoBe Restaurant and Lounge

    2.7(764 reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$

    This review is for the food not the service…read more The interior gives off a nice vibe and they have a set up for a live band. I'm sure when it's peak time it's live in there so I'll have to come back for an event. Went around noon on a Sunday and it was fairly empty so we sat at the bar and were serviced immediately. Strawberry lemon drop - 10/10 - I love a good lemon drop but a I'll never pass up a flavored one. No notes. Shrimp & Grits - 5/10 - don't get me wrong it was GOOD but it was too rich/cheesy to me. I don't know what I was expecting in terms of cheese but I've never had soooooo much cheese in an order of shrimp and grits. I legit pulled a mound of cheese off the top and it was still too much. I couldn't finish this unfortunately, even taking them home for another day didn't work because I couldn't take the richness. Not a slight to them, just a no for me. There was a great amount of shrimp in the dish and the consistency of the grifts were amazing. Just need something to cut through the richness. My friend had: Omelette - 10/10 - said they enjoyed it and would get it again Side of bacon - 10/10 - you got 6 pieces with the order and that was solid to me. I'd definitely come back and try something else on their brunch menu if given the chance. It's a bit out the way so I couldn't see myself traveling for it but if I was in the area I definitely would come back.

    Decided to spend Thanksgiving Eve at Sobe's. We met @ 6am, which was free to get in for happy hour…read more Happy Hour was DRY. lol. Just one other group of me, maybe some jazz music in the background, while we watched Basketball on the screen Best part about SOBEs was Mrs. Elaine, the bartendar. I would rate the food a 2.5/5. I had the shrimp tacos, which lacked flavor. The shrimp was bland. The Bang Bang shrimp was lacked flavor also. We barely touched these, so disappointing. People started showing up @ 7pm. which was $20 to get in. An AMAZING live cover band played at 9pm. By 7:45 pm, there was also a live DJ playing classic hip hop and RnB. That was such a VIBE! The crowd got really thick for the band, you literally had to push your way to the bathrooms. Bathrooms also need napkins to dry your hands with, instead of the nasty air hand dryers

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    SoBe Restaurant and Lounge - Bar area

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    Myste Lounge - Hookah and delish white wine

    Myste Lounge

    4.4(27 reviews)
    8.0 mi

    I visited Myste for a private event, and while the space itself is very aesthetically pleasing, the…read moreoverall experience was disappointing, mainly due to the food and service. The lounge is on the smaller side, which actually worked well for the event and gave it an intimate vibe. The owner was also very nice and welcoming, which I appreciated. Unfortunately, that's where the positives ended. The menu is extremely limited, and you pretty much have to piece together a meal from a few items. I ordered the jollof rice and six-piece chicken wings. The wings were overpriced, overcooked, and had no flavor at all. The only options were sauces on the side (honey, ranch, or blue cheese), and when I specifically asked for honey drizzled on top with blue cheese on the side, that request wasn't followed. Even more frustrating, our server never came back to check on us or make sure everything was okay. The jollof rice was honestly the worst part. Instead of that rich, smoky flavor you'd expect, it tasted burnt with a harsh charcoal aftertaste. I've had jollof rice many times before, and this was nowhere close. I ended up sending it back. Because I was hungry, I forced myself to eat the wings, even though they were dry and lacked flavor. Overall, Myste Lounge has a nice look and potential, but the food and service really need improvement. A revamped menu and better attention to guests would make a huge difference.

    Went to Myste Lounge with my boo thang on a Thursday night, and Thursdays are R&B night so it was…read moredimly lit, the playlist was smooth, and the vibes were definitely vibey . Service was great considering the place is small, it's hard to miss customers. It's a small hookah lounge in downtown Laurel, so don't expect a ton of space, but it's still a nice little spot to unwind after a long day or make a chill after-dinner stop. Hookah was smooth and the atmosphere was laid back. They do sell food, but we didn't try it this time. My only downside is the drink menu, it's mostly wine and champagne but overall it's a place I could see myself frequenting.

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    Skyvibe Restaurant and Lounge - Jollof Rice

    Skyvibe Restaurant and Lounge

    3.4(78 reviews)
    8.0 mi

    I had such a fun time at SkyVibe! If you're looking for something different to do with friends or…read morefor date night, their Sip & Paint experience is definitely worth checking out. The ticket included bottomless lemon drops during the painting session, which made the experience even more fun and interactive. The atmosphere was upbeat, the music kept the energy going, and everyone was having a great time. Even though food is purchased separately, don't skip it because it was honestly one of the highlights of my visit. My favorites were the beef meat pies, salmon bites, lamb chops, and the fufu with egusi. Everything came out fresh, flavorful, and well-seasoned. I also appreciated that SkyVibe offers more than just Sip & Paint. They have karaoke nights, happy hour specials, and other events throughout the week, making it a place you can come back to for different experiences. If you're looking for good food, great vibes, and something fun to do in the DMV, I'd definitely recommend giving SkyVibe a try. I'll definitely be back!

    The food here is delicious! I was a little skeptical because some spots that are restaurants and…read morelounges (more clubby and hookah vibes), they usually miss on the food. The food here was delicious for my large group. So flavorful and well done. I'd certainly return to eat. Now, for the vibes. I hate loud music at a restaurant, but this spot had basically no speakers on their rooftop. So the sound was very low for the music they were playing. The music might've been coming from the tvs, but I'm sure they have the capability to turn it up a little so it's still background noise, but able to be enjoyed. The service was fast and efficient. Our server was very nice and able to accommodate our mixed spice levels with great recommendations!

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    Skyvibe Restaurant and Lounge - The main bar looks beautiful

    The main bar looks beautiful

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    M Blue Bar & Lounge

    M Blue Bar & Lounge

    2.9(12 reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$

    I spent a few evenings in this place, mostly out of necessity. It's located in the Greenbelt…read moreMarriott and as I was without a car, there weren't many other options. Luckily, it more than fit the bill. The atmosphere is definitely more like any other bar you'd go to rather than a hotel bar. A good L-shaped bar with plenty of seats, lots of tables of varying size and height. And plenty of TVs with a variety of games (in this case, college basketball, hockey, NBA). The food menu I believe had just been redone and was imaginative. The Cuban sandwich was a hit (outstanding bread, good size, plenty of meat, I could only eat half), as was the crab cake balls appetizer (worthy of the Maryland crab expectation). Seeing the other food that came out, nobody seemed disappointed. The portions per price wasn't the best, but it certainly was palatable (no pun intended). I might have wanted a few more evenings to sample the fare. The diversity of drinks was a plus, and a minus. They had a number of local bottles and taps, but seemed to be out of a few of them (or they were doing the "dreaded" keg change that rendered them foamy). Seems like a little bit better management here might help (it could very well be I just caught them on a few bad nights). Bartenders were very attentive and the service was quick. Most of the patrons were travelers, many by themselves so there were a lot making conversation for those who were solo. Would I make a special trip to this bar if I were in the area? Probably not. It would be a great place to meet friends after work and it was definitely a plus for someone like me without many travel options.

    The new menu is anazing, you have to try the crab fritters and the portobello mushroom sticksread more

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    M Blue Bar & Lounge - Come in and give our new line of Roco patrons a try along qith a fish taco

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    Come in and give our new line of Roco patrons a try along qith a fish taco

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