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Best I've had so far , I was told by a friend who kept reminding me to check out this spot and they…read moredid not disappoint.

Hands down this is the best cheesesteak I've ever had in Maryland!! The cheesesteak was everything…read moreI wanted and more! Hot, fresh, packed with flavor, and loaded with cheesy goodness in every bite. The meat was tender, the bread was soft with just the right amount of texture, and the cheese pulled it all together perfectly. Every bite was better than the last. This is definitely a spot I'll be coming back to whenever I need a cheesesteak fix. Highly recommend! The parking lot sucks but I also went during peak hours. The bathroom was clean and the service was fast and friendly. I waited about 15 mins for my order and it was worth the wait.

Original cheesesteak w/ provolone

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Cheesesteak with cheese whiz

The Big Greek Cafe

4.4(69 reviews)

1.8 mi

We've been fans of their original location in Silver Springs and happy to see they are expanding…read moreall over the DMV. The Columbia location is the largest so far with ample indoor and outdoor seating. Called in order for pick up and it was seamless and was ready as promised. Gyro platter, Spanakopita, Dips trio, And Gyro Bowl. I would say they have one of the best Spanakopitas in the area! Big Greek (Feta) fries are also the best. Fiesty Feta dip didn't disappoint and they are so generous with the tasty Gyro meat portion. This location is consistent with the quality that we're used to from the original location. Pickup service was fast and seamless and Trinity took great care of us. Make this stop when in Columbia for some of the best Greek in the DMV!

Stumbled upon The Big Greek Cafe while taking care of business in Columbia. I wanted a hearty salad…read morewith fresh ingredients and this place delivered. I ordered the Greek Salad with salmon and it was delicious. The portions size was huge and well worth the price. If I am in the area again, I will definitely pay them another visit. Highly recommend.

Inside- It was HOPPING on Wednesday for $7 gyros and the line moved wildly fast with not much wait for the food!

Hercules Burger

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Fish sandwich and potatoes.

Dave's Hot Chicken

4.1(53 reviews)

1.2 mi

Came here to try the chicken that everyone is talking about. This location was in Columbia in the…read moresame shopping plaza as Bob's Discount Furniture. Upon entering, we were met with graffiti inspired artwork on the walls, which was cool. We perused the menu and decided to order. They have different levels of spice for your chicken and decided on an order that was mild (2 sandwich meal) , medium, (2 sandwich meal) and extra hot (I was warned by my daughter to rethink this option, but, alas, I did not heed her warning; 1 tender 1 sandwich meal). They had the spiciest level, reaper, which you have to sign a waiver to purchase, I wasn't that crazy y'all... Food delivery service was available and they had an LED board with which ones each order was under. The service was great with the associates very pleasant at the counter. We also ordered a fruit punch slushy, but it was TOO sweet for me and I couldn't finish it. If you love sweet drinks, this would be the one for you! We were given a buzzer and we didn't wait long for our order to be ready. The orders were accompanied by crinkle cut fries (we got cheese on ours for an extra cost) along with a small container of coleslaw, pickle slices, and Dave's Sauce. The fries were good with that cheese sauce: fresh, crispy, not greasy and the sauce tasting like real cheese. Now....I pride myself on enjoying a good hot spiced item from time to time... but my extra hot tender was not to be played with. I bit into that crispy tender and instantly knew I indeed "bit off more than I could chew!" It was as if that hot spiced item shot through my whole body and I was heated on the inside for about a couple of minutes. I say that to say, if you are not into spicy SPICY, don't go above medium. So glad I chose a medium spice sandwich (yes, you can get different spice levels in your order) because that saved me. The chicken was fresh, with a crispy coating on a fresh bun with Dave's sauce. The pickles were fresh and crisp (my go-to to put out that heat from that extra hot chicken tender!), the coleslaw was fresh and ok. I really don't like sauces like the Dave's sauce on my food, so the next time I will get my sandwich without it. All in all, a nice place for a good chicken sandwich, especially with the cheese fries! Epilogue: I saved the rest of that extra hot tender to eat the next day hoping the spice level had dissipated...but no...it seems as if it intensified...but I still ate it...maybe I'm used to that spice level now...

Busy location here. You can order on a kiosk or with a team member. The food did take probably…read more15-20 to come out at peak dinner time. The sandwiches were pretty great and they give you extra sauce with it. Fries had some spice mixture on them too (maybe Cajun?) but that was great as well.

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Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers

3.2(101 reviews)

2.4 mi

6.22.26 Hubby and I…read moretook advantage of a BOGO deal for Father's Day, and he picked it up for dinner. Unfortunately, the fries were undercooked and soggy, and the toast was soggy as well. The chicken tenders were the highlight of my meal. Hoping for a better experience on our next visit.

Continuing alphabet series representing 2025, R is for Raising Cane's. Sadly but not surprisingly…read morenothing to represent the letter Q. However, the prior P is for Playa Bowl in Baltimore County was in Q is for Quarry Lake, so the location coincidentally started with Q. I believe Raising Cane's in Columbia was the 3rd location in Maryland to open. First was Towson in early 2023 I think, then Gambrills in Sept. 2023 (went on their 2nd day; see my 5-star of them), and then Columbia in early 2024 I think. The first time I visited the Columbia location was in March 2024, where I redeemed a green leprechaun lemonade, but I had already eaten or had other dinner plans. My first visit to get food was in July 2024. This was my girlfriend's first time at Raising Cane's. She loved it as did I per the other times I had in the past including the first time trying them in AZ in mid 2010's. I visited Cane's Columbia a couple of other times in the past two years. Always great chicken strips, fries, & Texas toast. I'm not a big coleslaw person, but I like theirs ok. I normally get half sweet/half unsweet tea, which is delicious freshly brewed. It's often busy, but staff is cordial, and pretty organized and efficient.

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11.12.23

CAVA

4.1(400 reviews)

0.9 mi

I come here all the time--it's one of my go-to spots for a fast, efficient lunch. The setup is…read moresuper convenient: you walk down the line and customize your bowl or pita with all your favorite toppings. My usual order is the power greens topped with chicken and lamb meatballs, hummus, eggplant dip, tzatziki, tomatoes, and cucumbers, all finished with their lemon tahini dressing. It's always fresh, flavorful, and really satisfying. They also have a great selection of fruit drinks--my favorite is the blueberry lavender. Another big plus is their rewards program. You earn points with every visit, and I've already scored free pita chips and drinks. Overall, it's a reliable spot for a quick, healthy, and delicious meal.

The steak bowl I ordered was pretty good, flavorful. Despite ordering a preset bowl, I was still…read moreable to make specific toppings decisions in this Chipotle-esque style eatery. The space was large, bright, and well appointed and the staff was friendly and competent enough, but the cost of the bowl was too much. Paying around $18 for a casual lunch isn't it. Plus the accompanying pita bread was subpar.

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Tribos Peri Peri - Ellicott City

I didn't know this place is so spacious! It's super clean…read moreand plenty of seats for everyone. Staff was super friendly and kind and the food was amazing. I loved the Lemon Herb lamb chop !!! Their rice was so flavorful. Chicken dark was very moist and cooked perfectly. We will definitely come back.

Well seasoned chicken, rice, and tofu dishes. Variety of tasty sauces. Choose the spicy ones…read morebecause the white sauce just feels like mayo. Everything was freshly made, even the warm pita. Not very busy when we went but saw that the place is clean and organized. They have some big big tables on their benches.

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Family platter with rice, peri peri fries and Yucca, coleslaw.

Potbelly

3.5(77 reviews)

1.4 mi

6.20.25 My husband…read moreand I don't frequent this establishment as much as we used to. However, I came across a promotion on Instagram and learned that they had a BOGO offer yesterday so we had to take advantage of it. Can't beat $10 for two sandwiches especially with inflation right now. Staff were friendly and I was greeted upon entering. I love that they have a mobile pick up option. I ordered the chicken salad and he ordered the Wreck. I placed my order on the app prior to leaving my office which is located in Rockville. I arrived a few minutes earlier than my pick up time, but it was ready by my selected time. Our order was accurate and our sandwiches were warm and fresh.

Consistently mediocre as far as Potbelly's go. When I lived in VA and DC I always enjoyed the…read morePotbelly's I went to, but this one has been a let down every time. Main issue is they tend to get my order wrong more often than not and the staff doesn't seem to have much urgency.

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Hangry Joe’s Hot Chicken

4.0(70 reviews)

4.0 mi

We ordered delivery from DoorDash and we're very pleased. We had a 10 piece chicken tenders, which…read morewere large and flavorful. The chicken was not dry at all. They put it on bread which helps to absorb any extra moisture. The mac & cheese was fine. The boys liked it and it's good enough for a little bit of adult eating. The waffles were quite the hit. I think they might have deep fry them. Might seem like cheating, but oh boy was it really yummy. I suggest you give this a try. Not sure what the end dining scene is like.

This place is vile . They sent my gf a $10 birthday voucher only to wait till after they charged…read moreher credit card for her to see they didn't honor it. Manager said come back tomorrow. One of several incidents we've experienced. STAY AWAY Reported it to corporate only to have the Columbia Manager lie about the situation. Will be filing a charge back with Amex Gold and update.

Another look at the Messy Sandos

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2.3.24

Chipotle Mexican Grill

2.1(279 reviews)

0.9 mi

I always have a good experience at this chipotle. It's relatively clean and the service is always…read moregood. I've never been during a rush but i always get my food at a reasonable time. It's a great cheap option with high quality food and ingredients.

Overall- clean, fast-casual Mexican food, large serving sizes, decent prices, inconsistent quality…read morefood, with single stall gender-labeled restrooms Depending on the time, this location can get really busy. I find the service tends to be quick though. The food always tastes fresh and the serving sizes are large. The flavors are yummy and I always leave feeling full. Guac is extra, I like that the chips have a hint of lime, the medium salsa is really good and the barbacoa is always super tender. I find the chicken and the fajita veggies to be very inconsistent, sometimes underdone, sometimes perfect, sometimes burnt.

8.15.26

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RegionAle American Sandwiches

4.3(323 reviews)

0.3 mi

This place is the BEST. Its been one of my fav lunch spots for years. I'm so impressed that they…read morekeep the consistency of the food every single time I go over years, that's unheard of. The sweet potato chips are so freaking good, and I go between the Buffalo chicken sandwich, the Smashburger, and their seasonal Turkey or Lobster roll when it comes out. Dine in experience is super casual, 9 out of 10 times I just get carryout.

Stopped in last night (Wednesday) around 7:45 pm. Walked to the counter to peruse the menu and…read moreorder. We stood there quite a while and finally called out. Workers were there, but I think the orientation of the counter is such that someone working at the grill can't see people walking in. There's no sound (ringing bell, buzzer, whatever) and they couldn't see us come in. Whatever - it didn't make us feel particularly welcome. I notice a couple of other reviews mention the same thing. Seems like an easy fix. Anyway, we ordered a Philly Mushroom with old bay chips/drink and a Chicken Club with sweet potato chips/drink. We were given a table flag and we sat outside. Food came a few minutes later. Looked and tasted very good. The bread on the Club was nicely toasted, the aeoli was tasty and not too heavy and the chicken (decent portion) was pretty moist. My partner enjoyed the Philly Mushroom. Unfortunately, my partner received regular chips instead of Old Bay they requested. They don't like to complain, so they basically left them uneaten. I liked the sweet potato chips - really crisp with a good flavor. Nice size pickle wedge came with each sandwich. Very pleasant seating area outside. Fountain soda available with free refills.

10.7.22

Winner of Restaurant Hospitality Best Sandwiches in America

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Featured with house-made potato salad.

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Lincoln W.

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17

0

11 years ago

I don't even know why I'm reviewing a McDonalds, since if you're eating here you should know what you're getting. But alas I'm a sucker for fast food and this is the only McDonalds in the area. A few months ago I went to drivethru later at night and it took 20 minutes to get my food, and they got it wrong. It was like 2am and I was pissed so I drove back and had them correct it, and they got it wrong again. How hard is it to put 2 boxes of corn nuggets and a big mac in a bag you retards? Other time I made the mistake of going in because they have a bluray redbox there and I wanted to get a movie with my delicious corn byproduct. It was 11pm and there were about 10 really loud, rowdy kids that were cussing very loudly, using the chairs like a dip machine for some kind of late night workout, and they were eyeing up my girlfriends purse the whole time. While this was happening another group of young kids freely wandered from the from the front to behind the counter with bags and a cell phone, no I'm not kidding. It felt really unsafe and I wanted to leave but again these incompetent dbags took 20 minutes to assemble 2 boxes of corn nuggets and an egg mcmuffin. Although to their credit they got the order right this time. You swing enough times you're gonna hit the ball, good job kiddos. read more

Hannah K.

232

5

4

8 years ago

This place has the slowest service of any McDonald's I've been to. I come here several times a week because I work right next to it and there's not too many options for a quick meal. Even when I am the only one waiting for food, it still takes at least 10-15 minutes just for a snack wrap and a cup! The drive through always takes about 30 minutes at least. They recently renovated the whole building and it is much nicer, and there are always plenty of employees working, but in my opinion these people are too slow to work in a fast food restaurant. Update: I waited for 35 minutes for a coffee as other people who ordered after me got their full meals. Don't know why I still go there. read more

Bill P.

3

8

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13 years ago

This has to be the most careless McD's drive-thru anywhere. Always, and I mean always, check you order for the correct items and amounts. Asked for chocolate shake, got vanilla. Asked for honey mustard sauce, got sweet&sour. Shake but no straw. Asked for fries, didn't get them. On and on and on it goes. Always check and always always complain about this shoddy service. read more

Andrew S.

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2

0

1 year ago

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Aryan S.

0

12

0

14 years ago

If you like to go to McDonald's, this is a great location. I live down the street from this place and I love it. Their food is always hot and ready on time. I will warn you though, the drive-thru is usually very busy. It's usually just quicker to go inside the actual store. read more

Joe M.

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14

0

14 years ago

This is a very convenient location and late night options, but the hamburger bun I received in my last order was stale on one side and the fries were extremely greasy, possibly re-fried. read more

Noah H.

0

3

0

5 years ago

This is the worst McDonald's in the entire country. Do not go to this location! Any other location is better. I REPEAT, DO NOT GO HERE. You're welcome read more

Nathan D.

0

1

0

4 years ago

This McDonalds doesn't take anything other than cash and slow with rude workers. Machines never work and the place is filthy.

Rick R.

102

157

47

3 years ago

Do better man. Stop hiring folks who hate working at your establishment . This is a "avoid at all costs" McDonald's read more

Shavonne C.

0

2

1 year ago

Horrible the workers down to the management I wouldn't go back if it's the only thing left on earth.

Valentine N.

0

6

0

14 years ago

unhealthy but its wat ever

Paul B.

0

24

0

14 years ago

very nice people

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There may be language barriers here but staff is so friendly and they keep it moving. I was…read moreaccidentally given a soda but I was willing to pay the difference between the soda and the float. They just gave me the float instead. I would've ordered via the app except I get charged a dollar per transaction and I don't like that. So for chick-fil-A, I just go to the counter unless I am in a super hurry. This place is clean and the modern trash bins are fine if they help sanitize the trash inside automatically. If not then I think It defeats the purpose of having regular trash bins cost effectively.

I stopped by this Chick-fil-A while on a week-long business trip to Columbia, Maryland. I came…read morehere for a quick meal to-go, for dinner. After parking my car, I found the premises to be clean, well maintained, and pleasant. As I approached the building, I could see that the drive-thru was busy, but it seemed to be operating efficiently. Shortly after entering, I could also see that there were several customers here inside enjoying their meal. It was clean and well maintained inside as well. I was immediately greeted by one of the Chick-fil-A employees while I entered. As I approached the counter, I was once again greeted by a different Chick-fil-A employee who was working the register. His name was Douglas. While I was placing my order, I noticed something neat that he was wearing and I complimented him on it. We then engaged in a little small talk, and we had a pleasant conversation. So, I don't know how other folks feel, but from my experience I've noticed that most of the employees at every Chick-fil-A have a higher level of professionalism and friendliness than is typical at most other fast food restaurants. I have also found that they provide good old-fashioned face-to-face customer service, instead of just adding a bunch of stupid (impersonal) kiosks like several other fast-food establishments have recently done. These are just two of the reasons that Chick-fil-A will continue to be a successful business. Several other fast food establishments have just not mastered customer service the way that Chick-fil-A has, in my opinion. Employees like Douglas are one of the main reasons I keep coming back. He was awesome. Finally, I've always enjoyed the food at Chick-fil-A, and this location was no different. Not only is the chicken really delicious, but I'm also happy that Chick-fil-A is willing to let me have a bunch of sauces to go along with my meal without being annoying by charging me extra for them (like McDonald's typically does). I highly recommend this business because they provide excellent food in a pleasant environment while having professional and friendly employees. That's a well-earned five-star rating from my perspective.

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Happier Update (4-days later): Checkers apologized (for the missing bacon) and said they would…read morerefund me. They fixed it quickly. I'm rewinding from three-stars to four-stars, so from "grr" to "always tasty food and good staff, so fix this kind of mistake." I'm ready to put this location back in my late-night go-to list. Original grumpy review: Another late-night fast-food miss for me. This time i tried the Checkers on US-40 Baltimore National Pike, which always serves me hot fresh food, and always has friendly efficient staff. They have a $3 Big Buford deal in their app on Wednesdays until midnight. Just after 11pm (Apr 2026), i ordered one, added bacon, got an acknowledgement text, and picked it up from a nice guy in the drive-thru window. I got home. The burger was hot, fresh, juicy ... but there was no bacon. Sheesh. They had sent a second text to me confirming the order, and the link they sent included a customer-service option. I'll find out in "1 to 2 days" if they'll do anything. There's still a couple more fast-food joints along the road. I'm not sure i am brave enough to try them the next night I am hungry at 11pm.

From the customer service to the food. They are amazing. The homie is Nick who always hooks it up…read more I love Checkers because of this location, I hope they keep it up

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