We stopped for a quick bite before heading home. Service was friendly and fast. The fries weren't…read morequite as good as Thrashers in Delaware but nothing will ever beat Thrashers. I liked the spray bottle of vinegar and the plastic cups for ketchup if you prefer it. We also had grilled ham and cheese sandwiches which were hot and tasty. Lots of walk-up service to get to-go orders and you can also drive up and call and they'll bring your order to your car (according to a sign outside). There is a dining room around the corner if you prefer to eat indoors. Overall, this was a quick, friendly place to stop before heading home. We wanted ice cream but were full from our lunches. Definitely worth a stop!

Great place and staff are very friendly and helpful. Great atmosphere. Great hot food.read more

Purchased crab cakes for dinner. I was very disappointed. They were so full of filler and it was…read moredifficult to find any crabmeat.

Ok so we've been talking about trying these for years but passed them by without ever trying them!…read more So finally my wife was at the West Shore Farmers Market and purchased 4 of these Crab Cakes! Unfortunately they don't live up to expectations especially since they are loaded with fillers and there is no flavor! I was disillusioned reading the reviews because I have been to quite a few places in MD and even more where I found much better crab cakes with less fillers and good seasoning! Maybe they believe advertising as the best Concession Crab Cakes makes them good! The cakes are more cake than crab and if it wasn't for cocktail sauce I had on hand there was hardly any flavor! Not impressed guess my expectations were too high.

It was very enjoyable scarfing down two chili cheese with relish hotdogs here while waiting for my…read morewife, my bestie, and their boo. We all enjoyed the hotdogs. It was $24 for my wife and I's order of 3 hotdogs, one Arizona tea and one air heads.

In the shadow of the monuments, where the Mall's chaos and overpriced carts scream tourist trap,…read moreSami's Hot Dog Cart (800 Independence Ave SW, or sneak to 801 C Street SW) stands quiet and honest over a thousand 5-star raves don't lie. For a few bucks, you get a snappy all-beef dog grilled crisp and juicy, steamed bun hugging it just right, fresh onions snapping, homemade chili that's meaty and secret-spiced if you want it. No fuss, no fifty-dollar nonsense just pure, quick American street food that hits when you're hustling between memorials on a scorcher or a freeze. Sami (or his son) slings 'em fast with real warmth, no bullshit, turning a 30-year-old family spot into the Mall's undisputed king. Grab it, eat standing, feel alive, and move on. Must-try. Period.

Not a dry piece in sight! We ordered a plate of fried bbq ribs, which came with 2 sides. The ribs…read morewere juicy and the sauce was great. Coleslaw was a good contrast. Mac and cheese was filling, would definitely come back next time we are in the area. The owner/chef was so nice!

Well, if you don't get something done correctly, you try, try again. Well, this particular barbecue…read morejoint keeps on going. I do appreciate the effort - however, I met the owner of this barbecue joint during the pandemic when they had a spot at the Boscov's in Colonial Park, right in the parking lot. And well, now they have a spot at the old Shakedown Barbeque, and I must say people used to go way out of their way to go to the Shakedown barbecue spot. Well, now I don't know if they go out of their way to go to this barbecue spot, and I could give you some reasons why they might not. The food is definitely good. However, the first time I went, I got charged extra than what the price was on the menu. The second time, it was the same thing! Why, you may ask? Well, it's simple: larger prices, smaller portions. I guess when you have a beautiful face like mine, you just gotta pay extra. However, the establishment when I first went there was very nasty. It smelled like urine and, of course, there was dirt everywhere--and I mean dirt, I mean like caked up on the ketchup bottles and the restaurant tables. I honestly did not even want to sit inside, so I didn't. I wanted to support because the owner is prior military, and of course, I do love our veterans that fight for us, but I can't really tell because of how filthy the establishment is. The dishonesty as well the filthiness inside! Portions are definitely a turn-off as well. I do not recommend this place at all whatsoever, even though the food might make up for it. I didn't want to take pictures because I felt as if would ruin my review reputation smh. Branden-Lee AKA B L E E

First time was better than the second time. Today's brisket sandwich tasted like it was sitting in…read moreau jus too long or it was reheated from yesterday. Maybe both? The texture and cut were also completely different than previously. Mac n cheese not good today. Tasted like a watered down stouffers frozen dinner without the yummy burnt edges. I may give this a third try at some point, like when it's busier or later in the day when the meat is fresh. $14 for the sandwich and side wasn't terrible for the portion size, which was larger today as well. Maybe they were moving out the old stuff. Who knows? Better luck next time.

Skimpy, mislabeled, and dry. I got the chicken platter with collard greens. Actually, though you…read morecouldn't tell from the menu, the platter is just the sandwich but instead of chips it comes with a small side and a drink. The sandwich, which I got with Carolina sauce, was still dry and had way more bread than bbq. The collards had good flavor. Overall, I was disappointed with the quantity and the quality. I've heard the Mac and cheese bowl is way more food but similarly mediocre. Don't think I'd go here again. If I did, it definitely wouldn't be for a "platter"

Just had the Brisket, pulled pork, and ribs. Food is great. They had the smoker on site, food was…read moreall fresh and served hot. Meat was super tender and just melts in your mouth. The bbq sauce they have goes great with all of their items.

Larry is a Master at smoking meat. We ordered ribs and pulled pork and all of the sides for an end…read moreof season party of 30. Larry won all of our tastebuds and hearts. I need to go back and have brisket too! Everything was just delicious. Try his signatures sauces they are good and anything. Thank you Larry for the love you put into your cooking.