We had a good experience at great Greek Mediterranean Grill restaurant. We have been in other…read morelocations and they are one of the fence. The place was quiet and because I will order very fast staff or friendly and the food taste great.

I was visiting from out of state, and my companion had been here before and recommended it. We…read morestopped in rather late, so the place was quiet, but the two workers there were very friendly. Ordering was easy, the cook (I think it was the cook) was always smiling and friendly, and the food was delicious. Fwiw, I ordered a Gyro sandwich to take home, and it was HUGE and tasty and very filling. I'd highly recommend this small place for great food!!!

The Cedars of Lebanon is an easily-overlooked cafe right on the corner of the Old Greenbelt…read moreShopping Center which is a lovely hidden gem. I spent every summer in this town, growing up, and I never discovered this restaurant until a precious friend brought me here a few years ago. It's a dated, though efficient, and charming, cafe with fresh dishes you might love. Firstly, if you plan on having lunch here on a Monday, make sure you are able to finish by 2:45 since they close by 3pm. All other days, they are open past 8pm. We started with the sweet potato soup despite the fact that the reviews for the lentil soup here are the highest. Yes! If it's featured: get it! The turmeric and coconut milk make this soup delightful. The herbs made it so fresh and there was just the right amount of sweetness and gentle heat. Parsley really adds to this recipe and I'm not usually a fan of this herb. The pitas are soft, thin and light. Love them. We needed to order more. I've never had such paper-thin pitas. Yum! I love love love the hummus, here. It is nothing short of divine. The flavors are fabulous and deeply complex. You can really taste the tahini. The olive oil is mild and delicious. I exclaimed, "the hummus was the best ever." And then 5 minutes later, I read a review by Yelper James H. where he says it's the best ever and, "... this hummus at Cedars of Lebanon might have ruined all other hummus for me forever." While I've had similar swooning feelings over the hummus at Lebanese Taverna in Tyson's Corner, this hummus is at least a top contender if not the metro DC area's hummus winner. The cucumber mint yogurt salad is nice, cold and refreshing. You can really taste the mint. I would order this yogurt salad with every meal. The falafel pizza is unusual and fresh. Straight away-- you can taste the tahini, parsley and couscous. The dough is grainy and natural. And there are radishes on this falafel pizza: not overpowering. For the $9 or so pricepoint, this dish is a true labor of love. To prep all of these vegetables, even with food processors, must take time. How novel of a dish! Put the yogurt salad on this pizza. You will thank me. And I only did it because I was watching someone else slather it on. There were at least 12 desserts on the menu. Meow. If we weren't so full of pita, hummus, tahini and fresh veggies, we certainly would love to taste a few of these. As well as the Turkish coffee, with an authentic ceramic and metal carafé presentation.

Pretty easy, breezy no-frills restaurant…read more We stopped by Cedars of Lebanon, because it was one of the few places that had outdoor seating and was not full. The restaurant has a small outdoor dining area with three four-seater tables, which was find for our two dogs. The experience overall was pretty low key, which necessarily is not a bad thing. Although there is waiter/waitress service, you will have to order your food at the cashier's counter. Actually, maybe that's only a thing if you are dining outside. The menu has a nice mix of Middle Eastern dishes. I went with a beef (or maybe it was lamb) kabob plate. The portions were fine and my meal was pretty good. It was not out of this world amazing, but it got the job done. I thought that the prices were pretty good for the area and the amount of food received. Although the food was fine, I do not think that I would go out of my way (e.g., driving more than 30 minutes) to dine here. Just be aware that the restaurant does not serve alcoholic beverages.

Moby Dick's is a good fast casual option for Middle Eastern fare, but it's not exceptional in its…read moreflavor or cooking. However, it's not like there's a ton of shops like this around; so, if that's what you're craving, it's good in a pinch.

The food is always fresh and so flavorful! The staff are friendly! The Doma (grape leaves) is…read moredimply out of this world!

Good, not phenomenal. Some dishes (like the naan quesadilla) are amazing, but the consistency is…read morenot 100%. The fried chicken is mid and you just wish you'd gone to a more traditional place. Basically if you are ordering for a big group of people who can't decide if they want Indian, Mexican or Fried chicken, or you want a mix of stuff and don't want to go to 3 different places, it's a good compromise.

This is part of the Virtual X kitchen, which is a "ghost kitchen" - it has a couple restaurant…read moreoptions, of which The Kebab Joint is one. Other options right now are Krazi Burrito, Krazi Chick, and Krazi Kebob. There's also a new Boba place too. It looks like there used to be a coffee shop and a salad place, or something like that, so just be aware that the kitchen space may change up. We ordered 2 Kati Rolls (paneer and lamb kofta) from Krazi Kebob. We did Chappli Kabob, a Kabob Roll, and the Lamb Chop platter from The Kabob Joint. And we did the Thai tea and Chai tea from the boba shop. For the Kabob Joint: The Kabob roll was a real winner and the Chappli Kabob in the spicy green sauce was super. I wish the edges would have been a little crispier, but very good. We haven't had the Lamb Chop yet but there's a ton of food in their platters. For the Krazi Kabob, the paneer roll wasn't super spicy but was very tasty and I'd definitely get it again. The lamb was good too but I preferred the paneer. Highly recommend ordering in advance or with delivery; there isn't anywhere to sit and eat of course, and everything is made to order, so expect about a 20 minute wait if you walk in and order from the kiosk inside. Overall, great food and a cool business model for the area. In addition to the above, I'd probably get the Masala Fries next time and would consider the samosa chaat as a deconstructed samosa bowl.

Definitely a fan!…read more You can't go wrong with this place!...It's fast, healthy, quality ingredients and most of all...delicious!! I have been to several CAVA locations around the city and they all are good....and the consistency is there too! This location is no exception. They have a pretty focused menu where you choose greens or rice bowl...or both! You work you way down the down selecting ingredients for your meal and over 13+ toppings.... like Lentils, Eggplant + Roasted Red Pepper, Harissa, Organic Roasted Garlic Hummus, Olives, Tomatoes, Pickeled Peppers, Cucumbers... Meats: Grilled Chicken, Spicy Lamb Meatballs, Braised Lamb, Grilled Steak, Roasted Vegetables as Vegetarian options. Think of a Mediterranean version of Chipolte. I typically go for the the Splendid Greens & Rice Bowl with a mix of lentils, hummus-harissa dips, couscous, plethora of veggies...all with the Grilled Chicken, Braised Lamb or Spicy Lamb Meatballs!....lt is nothing but the truth!! A healthy gospel of goodness in a bowl. I opt for the grilled steak over the chicken at times with this combination, to change things up every now and then. In all, it is an excellent and tasty meal at a great value --considering its the healthy way to go. The food at CAVA is very fresh made of high quality ingredients. The meats, sauces and dressings are seasoned and has really good flavor. There are vegetarian options too. I will admit thought that it is a bit pricey when it comes to looking for an economical, cheap lunch options....but for the portion size and healthy option aspect...it is totally worth it! * PRO TIP: Use their app frequently to earn rewards and free meals! Also, free bowl ($9.00) credit for your Birthday!!

This review is based on three visits within a week. The location is convenient and has ample…read moreparking. The line is typically short, and the service is the usual, nothing special. Out of the three visits in one week, the first trip was perfect. On the second visit, the rice was so hard it nearly cracked my dental crown, and I had to go back and have them remake my bowl. The third time, I ordered the same thing as the first two visits, and the guy tried to charge me extra for half super greens and splitting the rice between white and brown. I had to explain that I had ordered the same thing twice that week without being charged extra and that I was not asking for three half portions. In the end, they understood what I was asking for and I was not charged extra. Mainly deducting stars for that horrible rice.

A Hidden Gem in Takoma Park!…read more Olive Lounge exceeded my expectations! The food was fresh, flavorful, and paired perfectly with their drinks. Their happy hour prices are very reasonable, making it an easy spot to enjoy without breaking the bank. I ordered the spinach dip, which was absolutely amazing, along with the pita and hummus, which was fresh and tasty. The standout for me, though, was the steak and cheese egg rolls, super good! Everything came out fresh, and the service made for an enjoyable experience. An added bonus is their outdoor lounge area, which creates a great atmosphere for relaxing with friends or enjoying a nice evening out. I'll definitely be back and highly recommend Olive Lounge to anyone looking for great Mediterranean food, good drinks, and a welcoming vibe in Takoma Park.

Overall: great prices, delicious food, okay service, casual ambiance, single stall inclusive…read morerestrooms, changing table, kids menus, and high chairs available They have a great happy hour and different daily specials. There is so much to love about the menu. Everything we ate was delicious, but overall we are just wildly impressed with the prices. We rarely eat that much quality food for the prices you pay here. I love how many vegetables they have on the menu and the meat was cooked perfectly.

The service was outstanding! Ashley took my order and was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and…read moregreeted me with a big smile. The salmon platter was absolutely delicious. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and I will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!"

Gyro Wednesday $7 is a lunch favorite for me and my co-workers. Always delicious and customer…read moreservice is Great!!

What a beautiful place of worship and fellowship! Here is the largest mosque in the US. Diyanet is…read morea complete campus, includes a Turkish bath, cultural center, library, gift shop, restaurant and shop in addition to the masjid. The restaurant is open to the public as well as the campus, for tours. There is plenty of ample parking and people are very welcoming. If you are considering visiting, be advised when in the courtyard to enter the mosque, shoes need to be removed and hair covered if a female. There are cubbies for shoes and if you don't have a shawl or scarf you can purchase one in the gift shop. The restaurant is open to the public with Turkish cuisine. You'd be hard pressed to find authentic food like this elsewhere in the area. I walked away with a belly full, tears of gratitude, wonderful fragrance and a new friends. Look forward to returning.

Beautiful masjid and community amenities inside! Makes for a great stop over for road trips with…read morethe cafe (food is great here!), bathrooms, gift shop and cultural center, gym, and hammam. Truly feels like a little piece of Turkey it's well maintained. Staff is not present at times due to events but security is there on campus.