Although our visit to New Deal Cafe was pretty short, I'm looking forward to visiting again while in the Greenbelt area. We stopped by the cafe for a couple of beers before heading back to our part of MD. I think we originally wanted to have a meal there, but the patio was full so we went to another location for lunch. I thought New Deal Cafe had a decent variety of draft beers. Ok, so the selection included three IPAs and one lager. However, IPAs are my beer go-to so it worked for me. The service at the bar was great. Our bartender, Renee, was quite hilarious. I got the sense that this is local "where everybody knows you name" because the customers seemed super social with each other. Looking forward to our next New Deal Cafe visit. read more

Great place for food, music or both! Front section is the ordering counter and tables for eating and hanging out. The back room (separated from the front) has the sound stage and additional tables (where patrons and also order and dine while enjoying the music). At the front there is also a big screen tv where the performance is "streamed" from the other space. Cool concept that also works in practice. They have all types of music, open mic, and karaoke. Foodwise they have a menu that is vegan-friendly. A small case of pastries are available as well as wine and beer. A cheesesteak and wings business also seem to be operating in that space. We got drinks (me, green tea) and others also got pastries for dine in. Everything was good and the service was very welcoming. Had to leave before the band started but will catch a performance soon. Great local business! read more

New Deal Cafe - Souvenir case - Bars Near Me - Greenbelt, Maryland

Oh my gosh, I absolutely love this place. It has a indie vibe, Stan is amazing! He's very friendly, attentive and helpful with making the choices. I had the avocado grilled avocado tacos so so good, my sister had the Cajun salmon with tater tots, sweet, potato, tater tots, my kids had the mozzarella sticks, and they said that you could tell these were freshly made and not frozen. Highly recommend this place, the food is great, and the atmosphere is nice. read more

New Deal Cafe - Bars Near Me - Greenbelt, Maryland

A lovely slow morning spent having a latte (half mocha half vanilla) and a western scramble. The ambiance is relaxed and chill with friendly, welcoming staff and the food was absolutely delicious. The prices are SUPER reasonable. Please stop by and support this small business! read more

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At last, I returned for live music! It turns out they do karaoke once a month -- something really hard to miss amidst their almost daily live performances. I had to show up, and I finally got to see that back space! The vibe is totally different from the chill patio and cafe spaces in the front. The back area legitimately feels like a neighborhood bar. It was full when I got there -- it was probably about 40 people seated. The band has a perfect stage, and the sound was excellent. It's obvious that many of the patrons are regulars, as many random folks greeted and hugged each other. Folks sang, and the band had great energy. Live band karaoke really needs to become more popular... I'm just glad I have it so close to home :). While enjoying the show, I got a LARGE Southwest bowl and added BBQ tofu & avocado. It was delicious -- but I was still hungry after! But to be fair, I really didn't have any food beforehand that day. I got a side of mac & cheese too that was tasty. I have to say, New Deal Cafe is pretty versatile now that I've fully observed the things. It's got the patio and cafe if you want to work (yay free wi-fi), and the back area if you want music and a bar scene. It honestly doesn't get much better than that. It's... a hidden gem for sure, and the only spot like this in Old Greenbelt. By the way, since my last review, I indeed quit Pokemon Go. :) read more

Looks closed from the side or back, and opens late(8-830). Comfortable couches and outdoor seating. Limited breakfast menu. Just 4 items. Bagels, flat bagels, bagels egg and meat, or oatmeal. Bagel and coffee were good. Only plain cream cheese. Service with a smile. read more

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I never leave reviews, but this place was terrible. 1st the young lady taking our seemed to be annoyed that we were bothering her. I ordered spring salad with grilled chicken. This salad is literally the bag mix from the grocery store with sauted chicken. Very disappointing. read more

New Deal Cafe - Supposedly, the spring salad with grilled chicken. - Bars Near Me - Greenbelt, Maryland

Service was nice and burger was satisfying however the chili was the worst I have tasted. It smelled like cigarette smoke and tasted terrible read more

Come and stay here for the live music and the ambience! Jazz was in town when I visited the cafe today, which is one of my fabric genres of music. The coffee was free (temporarily) and the cafe had locals in them. This is a great place to chill at. read more

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The guacamole was very nicely seasoned. The salmon was delicious. We couldn't find an empty seat in the music room but we were able to watch the show in the front room on the big screen TV. Friendly patrons, friendly staff and very friendly prices. Even parking is free in a large lot. Love this location for dining and music. read more

horrible. rude staff. food poorly cooked. go to any other restaurant in the neighborhood....this place is poorly managed.

Food service & ambiance is great. Great music coffee house & brewery beer & wine Food is fabulous read more

I love the variety/selection of food. Most of the time, the service has been really good. Unfortunately, I haven't been able to attend any of the scheduled entertainment. read more

I just went to the New Deal after the farmer's market and it was an extreme let down. First the Greeter lady with a face full of piercings must have been high, tired, didn't care, or all of the above because she couldn't even take the time to look at us while we ordered the food. Then we ordered their spring Salad with Chicken, which is supposed to have tomatoes and onions and the works, but instead all we got was a if bag spring mix and chicken that was most likely frozen. No added vegetables, no dressing, just straight up Spring Mix that you could have bought from Giant. I won't be coming here again and I will be sure to steer my peers away should the place come up again. If 0 stars were possible that's what I would give. read more

New Deal Cafe - Spring Mix with Chicken - Bars Near Me - Greenbelt, Maryland

I am currently on a fruits and veggies only fast & was in the mood for some good Vegan food. After going to, and realizing that one of the local Vegan spots close to my neighborhood had closed down, I immediately ran to my trusted Yelp for suggestions and stumbled on New Deal Cafe, which was near by. This location is in a rustic, quaint looking part of Greenbelt that I had never been to. Upon entering I noticed that there weren't many patrons. They did offer outdoor seating, they have indoor diner/carry out style seating with a television & a couch and a really fun looking second area of the restaurant with a bar, a stage for karaoke I'd assume, and restaurant style seating, which I'd assume is for dinner service. The good: The food. I got the three bean vegan chili which was absolutely delicious. The Vegan PB&J smoothie and they allowed me to add two shots of espresso, and switch the Soy milk(recipe) to Oat Milk bc I try to avoid Soy as much as possible & kept the price the same. That was really awesome of them. My smoothie was amazing. I also had the potato wedges as well. The Bad: Well, I really wanted the Vegan Chik'n tacos and couldn't try them bc it was the beginning of their day and hadn't been prepared yet. That bummed me out a little bc I am hardly ever in Greenbelt. That said, I had a really good experience and will make a concerted effort to visit New Deal Cafe again. That 3 bean chili was just that good. read more

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Great little spot! I have been here a handful of times over many years. The live music is such a good reason to come here! The food is pretty good as well, and I love all of the vegetarian and vegan options. Will definitely return. read more

Five stars because it's the best I know of for what it is. But the new food 'vendor' for the last year is hit or miss. Some dishes are like quality cafeteria food, others like the grilled avocado are poor renditions of fancy new American cuisine. Our avocado was overripe, we struggle to eat the $10 dish. The chocolate cake was old and stale (it's a large commercial cake they cut up). I sympathize it's hard to run a low/medium volume food establishment, but we might stick with salmon and the tatertots next time. Music is the reason to come, and it's often under-capacity. We had front table seats for a great band. read more

I always love going to the New Deal Cafe as the atmosphere is absolutely electric! Every visit has been an over the top ... experience from start to finish with great bands and a delightful memory making time. There is no cover charge, however, the bands request a donation for their time. There is food, and, although it isn't the highlight of the evening, it makes the experience complete. read more

A friend and I found everything we got to be fresh and full of flavor including the bowl, salad (I forget what dressing I got, but it was delicious), and crispy tater tots. We liked the variety of things to choose from, and servings were generous. The staff was friendly and helpful. The decor was admittedly unimpressive- but if I was local I'd be a regular for food I enjoyed and felt good about eating, and to support this great local business. read more

Food: Ive been here three times now specifically for the burger, before heading over to the pool next door. Juicy and saucy and perfectly simple! Service: the people behind the counter are super friendly and make you feel like you're eating at your hometown food spot (even if you drove 45 minutes) Ambiance: the vibes here are great, full of music memorabilia and signs advertising the next band to play. Unfortunately Ive only gone by early in the day, but i intend to come back for music pronto! read more

Service: fine; Ambiance: excellent live music; Food: My wife and I tried a couple of items this evening. The black beans with rice are well seasoned and well prepared. The white sauce on the pasta was in need of seasoning. read more

This spot in Greenbelt reminds me of a gathering place that is laid back and where good-natured people come. The coffee is great, and a variety of food offerings are enough to satisfy. If you are looking for evening events, go to their .com for upcoming events. If you need to take a break from the busyness, there are comfy sofas and chairs waiting for you!! And let's not forget the outdoor 'plaza'. Definitely recommend! read more

I have noticed when I order at the New Deal Cafe, the counter and waitstaff aren't friendly. I realize they are relatively new to working with the New Deal Cafe regulars, but, honestly, be a little friendly! read more

Elote corn bites were good Greenbelter smoothie was decent Large southwest bowl was disappointing - imo it's missing greens. Rice, beans and pico feels like a side but for $11 I was expecting something that felt complete on its own My fault tho I ordered on the toast app and wasn't paying attention. There's no description but I coulda looked closer at the pic Quick service and great customer service tho Grabbed a muffin, cookie and piece of carrot cake that all look goood read more

3.5. Over the last few years, I've developed a taste for meat alternatives. Decided to check this place out. The inside is simple and quiet. Several people appeared to be studying or doing work. The young man at the register was friendly and helped me decide what to get based on my expressed preferences. I was excited to see they offered Beyond Burger. I could have gotten it on a bun, but decides to do it over brown rice--the 'bowl' option. The meal consisted of a scoop of brown rice, beyond meat patty, pinch of spring salad, fried onions, mayo and ketchup. I realize typing this is a strange combo, kinda. I'm a fan of strange combos. However, the general concept and execution was unremarkable. I paid $12 for a patty over brown rice. While I'm no top chef, I tend to regret paying for meals I can do myself, perhaps even better. The flavor profile was a bit boring.. brown rice and a patty. The presentation was cute though. They have some other dishes that sound good, I think I'll be back to give them a redemptive chance. read more

New Deal Cafe - Beyond burger over rice. - Bars Near Me - Greenbelt, Maryland

Question: What's the dealio New Deal?! Answer: Everything's good! Happy Happy Joy Joy, I finally made my way to the Greenbelt area to try out New Deal Café, it was all that & then some! I cannot recall having unknown friends (strangers) sitting on a patio extending me salutations as I walk into a restaurant, thank you my new UF. My arrival got even better as Raul & his pleasant chi welcomed me, gave me a menu to look over while he took non stop orders & worked the register. One would think while I was waiting in line I would have my order ready to go, I did not. Yet, my new friend Raul, told me no worries & gladly shared some of the café's favorites in the interim of making up my mind. I even got input from the frequent customers waiting behind me. I regained my foodie composure, placed my order & patiently salivated until my food to arrive. The lovely Allison, who serves as the Server, Traffic Controller & anything else necessary was a gem assisting the customers. After you place & pay for your order you get a table number & can sit anywhere in the café or on the spacious covered patio. The café has front & back sections with the front having tables & chairs, two black leather couches & a huge circular table where you can enjoy their complimentary books & games. The back offers a full service bar, regular/communal style tables & a stage for live music. The menu offers an entire plant based Italian-American cuisine, including beer, wine, desserts & swag you can order from their website. My delightful order: * The Cauliflower Wings made Buffalo style & with Ranch Dressing - DELISH! * The King Trumpet Calamari made out of lightly fried Mushrooms & Sunflower Parmesan - DELISH! * The savory Pulled BBQ Jackfruit Sandwich - DELISH! Also can be made as a bowl. * The plentiful slice of Carrot Cake - INSATIABLY DELISH! My only regret is that I did not order double portions of the Cauliflower Wings & Calamari. As a plant based establishment, I appreciate the Allergen Legends throughout the menu as the café offers guidance to accommodate sensitivities. Do note, all menu items are prepared on shared equipment that processes Wheat, Gluten, Soy, Seeds & Nuts. Hours of Operation: Tuesday - Thursday: Full menu until 9P, Bar Snacks 9:30P Friday - Saturday: Full menu until 10P, Bar Snacks 11P Sunday - Full menu until 9P Weekend reservations ae strongly suggested. They are accepted until 8:30pm, held for twenty minutes & may not be confirmed until the next day. Same day reservations are taken via telephone only. This nugget of a Vegan café is in the middle of the historic Roosevelt Center nestled within the Old Greenbelt neighborhood. Although parking is free, the center of the parking lot has two-hour spaces with more parking available behind the Roosevelt Center. If traveling via Metro, exit the Greenbelt Station - Green Line, its a 5-7 minute drive or 20 minute bus ride. The menu comes from Michael & Leah Moon, who also run DC Vegan Catering now partnering as cooperative. I will schlep my way back to New Deal Café as much groovy vibe will be absolutely worth the travel. read more

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The staff were very friendly. I can in randomly on a Friday night, the band had the place JUMPING lol! I got chicken tenders and onion rings and they were great! The tenders had a crunch almost like a regular piece of fried chicken and oddly enough, the onion rings were juicy! They definitely had crunch and was fried really good but as soon as I bit into one, there was onion juice dripping down my chin. I'd definitely come back! read more

Food is good and appropriately priced. Service is polite. Not super fast but not slow. read more

What a great find!! Yummy vegetarian food, variety of drinks, and live music (at least on Thursday)! People were dancing and conversing and having a great time! Menu was limited but new and fuller menu comes Nov 1! read more

I go for the entertainment. I don't like the food. I've giving up. . Soggy salad. Hard chicken wings. Meh tacos

This spot was very cute and quaint. Delicious for ppl are vegan or who enjoy occasional vegan food (like myself). I went on the 4th Saturday of the month, they have a live jazz band there and they sounded great. My only disappointment is that I wanted to try the jackfruit bbq and they didn't have during this time because they only serve brunch fare on the weekends until 4pm. I will definitely come here again when I'm in the mood for vegan food! read more

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First time here. Made reservations they were very friendly over the phone. Once at Resturant we also received good customer service which is sooooooo hard to find now days. The food came promptly and was hot and delicious. It got very crowded. Nice atmosphere nice menu. I'm definitely coming back for the yummy yummy food I had the Italian sausage the BBQ cauliflower and three bean chili. Yummy to my tummy. read more

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I went today 4/10 for lunch, I ordered a bowl of tomato soup and the double cheeseburger the soup was great the burger not so much. The problem started when I asked the very nice young man at the counter for an extra side of aioli or mayonnaise for my burger and he said no problem and went in the kitchen to ask for an additional side. I then heard the Chef "say it's already on there" and I'm assuming the female was the manager or the owner saying " this is a business we don't give stuff away for free" she obviously didn't realize I could hear her entire conversation. She was rude! I never asked for it to be free I would have paid the fifty cents for a side of mayo. Her lack of customer service turned me off... I won't go back. read more

New Deal Cafe - Bars Near Me - Greenbelt, Maryland

Foods pretty good, service is fine. But the main reason to come to the Nude Eel is the MUSIC. They have great bands. And they are careful to keep the volume down - I hate places where the music drowns out everything. I love this place and hope it will be there forever. read more

Went back a couple weeks ago after having found out they have new management and have gone vegan! Superb! I had a jackfruit BBQ sandwich which was a bit too sweet as other reviewers have stated, so hopefully they will adjust their sauce before long. My friend had their Italian sausage sub, which had good flavor and texture, although I try to avoid the vegan faux meats these days. My friend felt it was as good as the real thing. I'd suggest to the chef to add more side options that are healthier (vs fries) and improve some of their dishes her feedback here. Overall, a cool little spot that features live music on most evenings.. definitely a nice addition to their local area. Will be back again to see how they grow their menu. read more

Under new management. The Moon family has brought delightful vegan to Greenbelt. It exceeds all of my expectations. I can't say enough about the tasty and adventurous menu. Wonderful! Fabulous! You must go out of your way to try it. read more

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New Deal Cafe is certainly not to be visited for the food, but instead to see and understand one of the few results of the Garden City movement in the US. The little community that exists inside of this unique greenbelt is something to pause for a moment about. What if places like this replaced strip malls and suburbs? I tried the falafel pizza and it was not amazing but... it was ok. It's probably best to just go with hummus and pita. Anyway, I actually like the idea that Lebanese food is infiltrating and people can have more exposure to Middle East culture. Also, the hot cocoa kettle was awesome. read more

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This food was spectacular! The buffalo cauliflower "wings" were a group favorite--even a non-vegan was impressed. The ranch served on the side was amazing also. I wish this restaurant operated nationwide so everyone could enjoy some delicious vegan comfort food! read more

New Deal Cafe - From back to front: BBQ jackfruit sandwich, sausage with chili, sweet potato fries, buffalo cauliflower wings, tater tots. - Bars Near Me - Greenbelt, Maryland

I live nearby, and I'm not sure why I haven't tried this place sooner, but I know why I won't go back. I there last Sunday (Nov. 28). I sat down at the bar. There was a waitress talking to a friend and I had to speak up to get her attention. She said I could eat at the bar but I had to go up to the front desk to get a glass of wine (don't know why she couldn't do so -- isn't that her job? ) Not only that, but I had to pay in advance. I got the wine (took a while), grabbed a menu, and went back and sat down. I saw nobody for close to a half hour. Not so much as someone poking her head in the door. After reading about the music, I had expected to spend a fair amount of time in the cafe. Not gonna happen. read more

It's ok. Customer service is seriously lacking. Decor looks old and run down. Could be better.