Panera Bread

Soup all year round and the food is always delicious and the service is amazing you can't find a…read morebetter place for soups

I had a pleasant lunch here with friends. Extensive list of soups on the wall, with two actually…read moreserved on any one day. I had the lentil soup and a jerk chicken sandwich, both tasty. My friends split the grilled cheese sandwich and chicken soup with herbs. They stayed for the carrot cake but I had to get home.

Interior

Jerk Chicken Spring Roll

See all

Woodmont Deli

4.3(143 reviews)

0.8 mi

I'm from Houston, Texas, and I've been struggling to find a good deli since coming to the Bethesda…read morearea. Woodmont Deli absolutely delivered! I ordered the #16 Italian Cut, and the quality of the sandwich was amazing. The ingredients tasted fresh, the sandwich was packed with flavor, and it was exactly the kind of deli sandwich I've been looking for. I'm honestly impressed and will definitely be coming back. If you're in Bethesda and looking for a legit, quality deli sandwich, I highly recommend giving Woodmont Deli a try!

First time trying and got a lot for variety - it was all great! Will be back. Got it delivered.read more

Bulgogi submarine 20. The Santa Monica Onion Rings

See all

True Food Kitchen

True Food Kitchen (TKF) shows that it's never too late to make an amazing second 1st impression!…read more Back in mid-2018, my dining companion and I gave TFK a try because we had known about Founder Dr. Andrew Weil's work in integrative medicine and were curious how he would apply his healthful ways into cuisine. While nothing was fundamentally wrong (the Burger was certainly fine), the food tasted of stereotypical "health food," i.e. too bland (especially the Fish Taco). Fast forward ~7.5 years, we decided to give TKF another shot for brunch with their Grilled Sustainable Salmon and Blueberry Pancakes. Both dishes impressed us: full of flavor, bright, and healthful while still very satisfying! The Salmon was cooked through while still moist, buttery, and slightly smoky on the exterior for the light grilling, andthe accompanying crunchy Snap Peas, Organic Wild Rice, and creamy Thai Basil Vinaigrette provided a refreshing and warming complement to the fish. As for the pancakes, they were moist and had a nice hearty graininess (Buckwheat?) together with Organic Blueberry Compote, Greek Yogurt (a naturally tart and lighter alternative to butter), and Maple Syrup for a sweet, tart, and vibrant accent. Since the compote portion was a bit small, we asked for a bit more to which our server kindly obliged! Both dishes left a strong impression on us that we returned this afternoon for both as well as a Blackened version of the Grilled Salmon. While a bit warmer in temperature and spiced in the crust, the inherent oily flavors were actually accented in the blackened version to provide a nice contrast to the plain Grilled Salmon. We savored trying both versions side-by-side! Meanwhile, we enjoyed the Pancakes as a lovely dessert to share! In terms of service, Aubrey made our experience feel like that of fine dining with a relaxing vibe. Attentive and welcoming, she also helped to seamlessly rectified a bit of miscommunication on both of our parts (we meant 1 order of adult portion Pancakes that comes with 2 flapjacks rather than the literal 1 pancake for the kids' version). In the end, we enjoyed having one pancake at a time (once with extra Blueberry Compote, then the next one with the Maple Syrup)! All in all, TFK has matured culinarily by finding the optimal balance of pleasing the palate with fulfiling its mission to source clean ingredients prepared in healthful fashion. Combined with outstanding service and a bright green garden-like ambiance, TFK is great place for diverse diets and those looking to satisfy their mindful eating side!

I decided to stop by and get some lunch and Im happy to report it was a plesurable experience. Ash…read morethe bartender took care of me and gave great recommendations. The OG was delicious. It was full of ginger and fresh lemon. The pizza was prepared really well the only thing I would change is the temperature when served. It was warm enough to eat. The fries were a little soggy but after some salt and pepper it did the trick for me. Overall I did enjoy my lunch at this place The OG 9/10 Pizza 7/10 Fries 6/10 Chips 8/10

See all

Wang Dynasty

4.1(203 reviews)

0.4 mi

This place is like the OG Taiwanese places that use to be in Rockville. String beans and infused…read morefish filet was good. Pipa portion was a little on the smaller side. Hainan chix was good with the sauces. Pork dishes were some of the best around as well. And for $14.95 u get 2 entree items and a soup for lunch. Service was fast since we were the only table there at 1pm for a Friday lunch. Place was clean.

One of the best Chinese restaurants i visited. It's our second time…read more Friendly stuff Not busy so nice relaxing ambience. Food comes out fresh And very flavorful. Portion of good sizes We ordered steamed. Fish and orange chicken. Egg rolls and shrimp fried rice. And all entrees were amazing Pics included. Cannot wait to go back

Beef Noodle Soup

Szechuan Wonton

See all

Oishii Ramen Cafe

4.3(153 reviews)

0.5 mi

It was a particularly cold day when I stopped in, which made a hot bowl of ramen all the more…read moresatisfying! I usually order tonkotsu and am hesitant to try others since the broth makes all the difference but I ordered the shoyu ramen this time and it was delicious! Lighter than tonkotsu broth but still super flavorful. And the noodles had that good chew/mouth feel which makes all the difference. I also ordered the house black tea with boba and cheese foam which was also oishii! I appreciated that they had brewed tea options since often find milk tea to be too much with food. Sometimes places that do both boba and food nail one, but not the other but this place was great on both fronts! Service was quick and friendly as well.

This is a really cozy spot! My husband and I shared the tempura shrimp appetizer -- it was…read morewell-fried with great sauces. He got the Khao Soi ramen, which was very good and a fun twist on a classic Thai dish. I ordered the shrimp tempura ramen; the flavor was subtle and nice, but you definitely have to eat the fried shrimp quickly. It inevitably gets soggy, so while it's a creative idea, I think cooked shrimp works better in a soup. All in all, I'd still definitely go back. They have a solid menu and the staff was really friendly!

Tables

I love the Tonkatsu here!

See all

Tonkatsu Ramen! Damn good.

Lilit Cafe

4.3(326 reviews)

0.7 mi

Such a nice little cafe to visit midday for lunch. It's so many things in one a wine & spirits…read moreshop. A lunch deli, remaking deli classics we all love such as the turkey club, pastrami, quesadillas, and much more. They also have a case of tasty gluten free cupcakes, didn't realize this until after I purchased them. I enjoyed my pastrami on wheat with crisp hot and golden fries. The staff is nice and polite. Street parking wasn't bad for a Sunday afternoon. A nice place to get a window seat and break out your laptop to get a few things done!

As a gluten free gal pal, I love this place and truly wish I lived closer. It would hurt my wallet…read morebecause I'd go all the time, but actually the prices are pretty reasonable imo (check my photo) - especially for GF food in this area. Got a sandwich - bread was delicious and it was just fresh and clean (photo!). Service was great, seems like a family owned place. Ambiance was eccentric and a little quirky - part of its charm! Whenever I'm in the area, best believe I'll be back so I can slowly order every single GF item on this menu. If anything changes with my opinion, will update!

Veggie Omelette!

See all

Inside

Zao Stamina Ramen

4.2(187 reviews)

0.1 mi

I love the Tan Tan Men here -- it's so creamy, rich, and full of flavor. If you like spicy food,…read moretry the Gekikara Miso Men at the highest spice level, but be careful because it is really spicy! The restaurant uses a self-pay machine at the entrance. You order and pay first, then take your number and choose a seat yourself. It's simple and convenient. The owner, Pason, is incredibly kind and welcoming. He's Japanese, and his wife makes the noodles in-house, which makes the ramen even better. The noodles have a great texture and taste amazing. To finish, I had the crème brûlée and a matcha oat milk drink -- both were so rich and delicious. I will definitely be back again!

Ordering is simple. In the front there are 2 touchscreen iPad-like devices you can place your order…read moreon and pay up front. If there issues a staff member will assist. If eating in grab a number and enter it in with your order. Dining room has plenty of tables for eating. Water and cups are at the bar area for self serve. Food cans out quickly. My companion liked his vegan tan tan ramen. I got the classic menri dashi shoyu ramen. Hard to say what the star ingredient was, both the broth and noodles were excellent. The noodles were hand made and had a great texture and chew. The broth was rich with a depth of dashi chicken and kombu. Taste was clean. Tender thinly sliced chashu, seaweed and greens rounded out the bowl.

Miso Ramen with pork belly extra

Tom Yam Ramen with corn extra

See all

Gyoza

Ruta Ukrainian Restaurant

4.5(58 reviews)

0.6 mi

I was meeting some Deadheads at BT's for music on Wednesday next door…read more A fabulous perk to going to BT's is-- The Very nice Ukrainian restaurant next door. They close about 8:00pm. A bit pricy on the entrees, but it cost about the same as any food at BT's would have cost me. I had a 'cup' of Beef broth Borscht [heated temperature was hot]. Even though I am Jewish & 63 I had never had borscht before It was truly amazing tasting! The cost was $9 [$11 tip included] for my dinner instead of the easily spent $25 nowadays. Granted, for dessert I did want to order the the good looking well reviewed dessert of cherry pocket dumplings called 'Cherry Varenyky' [$17.50 with SIX 100% reviews] which would have cost me about another $22.00] but because of my own $$ woes I ruefully resisted spending more $$, so that I did not end up spending about $34.65 instead of $11. FOMO!! (Not to be weird or gross) I was experiencing some of my own seasonal allergic chest congestion & that Borscht was the most wonderful thing I could have ate & it instantly made me feel better. I would definitely get that delivered through Uber Eats, & I dislike using Uber Eats. That cup serving size was the size of 4 cups of any other restaurant in a nice pottery big bowl. HUGE! I wonder how large a bowl size is as the Waitress said it can serve 1.5 to 2 people.?‍ It was a Wonderful time spent by myself in a clean, Quaint & lovely ambiance eating a YUMMY bowl of Borscht from the homeland. I will return!

My parents and I wanted to venture out and away from our usuals, so we decided to try out Ruta, and…read morespoiler alert, the food is delicious and reminiscent of home (for us)! We had an early dinner reservation at 5:30pm, though as it turned out, user error meant I actually made the reso at the wrong location (oops). That said, it was early and they were kind of enough to transfer us and seat us. My dad and I each tried a nalivka. My black currant one was absolutely delicious. And then we moved on to food: *Forshmak - this was delicious, and if you like herring, this is a must! I would come back here just for this! *Vareniki with short rib - delicious. My only slight qualm was the amount of caramelized onions, which was the same qualm I had with my cossack bowl. But that's a personal preference and easily picked off. *Chicken kiev - my dad got this and both my mom and he agreed this wasn't the normal chicken Kiev, but rather more of a ground chicken cutlet situation with filling, and not what they grew up eating. *Holubtsi with meat - my mom got this and she loved it! *Cossack bowl - I loved this (minus the aforementioned onions), and the potato vareniki and sausage were a highlight! We finished the meal with dessert, and since we couldn't figure out what to order, we got three desserts: *Medovik - always a great go to *Kyiv cake - this was a nicely sized (i.e. small and not overwhelming portion) and tasted great *Sour cherry vareniki - this was delicious and I could have eaten several bowls of this! So, the food was an easy 5 stars, and I loved it! Where they lose a star is service... when we came in, and until we were close to done, the place was pretty empty, but the service was inattentive. I constantly ran out of water and would sit trying to make eye contact with someone to refill it. We also sat for a while after we finished our mains with no one checking on us or asking if we wanted dessert. I'd understand some part of this if they were slammed, but they weren't, and the waiters were largely standing around. All that said, and I would absolutely come back for the food!

Ambiance

Meat Holubtsi

See all

Bar area

House of Milae

4.1(374 reviews)

0.5 mi

I've been coming here for many years and I will say that this most recent mail was the best I've…read moreever had here. The bipbimbap with crunchy rice is so satisfying and the galbi was perfectly cooked. This place is amazing. Go today.

As a Korean, I had high hopes and expectations for House of Milae but none of them were met. Very…read morebang average food quality and very poor portions for high prices. Would recommended Mahdang in Rockville much more or even going to a DC Korean spot like Anju if you want to pay premium prices. At least the DC Korean spots have the quality for the premium. Or just make the drive to NoVA. It seems like this spots "good reviews" are severely outdated. Their website touts that the restaurant is a small business with lots to show for their name but they don't deliver on any end of the good food spectrum. Maybe if they got honest with themselves, lowered prices or upped portions, instead of trying to do business with their ego first, they could achieve what they clearly once were.

Small beef bibimbap

Kimchi Fried Rice

See all

Complimentary Banchan

Pho Viet USA

3.7(67 reviews)

0.6 mi

I stopped in for lunch and tried the beef rib Pho. The broth itself was really flavorful, but the…read morerib added a bit too much grease for my liking. I'd definitely return, but I'll stick to a classic Pho next time. The sprinh rolls were fresh and had a good crunch it it. Despite there being only one waitress, the service was impressive and the food arrived quickly. Beef rib pho 5/10 Rolls 8/10

Morning after partying we were looking for soup and this was a real gem…read more Started with a party of 2, then 2 more friends came, then another 2, then another 2... we basically took over the middle of the restaurant at 4+ different tables lol Since most people in the area aren't having pho for breakfast (like they should!) we were almost the only group in there. There was only one server and she was very nice and prompt. All our tables and orders were staggered so it was probably pretty easy. She also had a number of takeout orders in between. Very nice decor, pretty patio, large private room in the back. Pho really hit the spot and the bowl was deceivingly deep. Other friends also enjoyed their dishes.

STIR-FRIED BEEF RICE

See all

BONELESS CHICKEN RICE

Why does Yelp recommend reviews?

Hundreds of millions of reviews are posted on Yelp, and our automated recommendation software works in the background to showcase the reviews that it …

5 reviews that are not currently recommended

The reviews below are not factored into the business's overall star rating.

Leia P.

8 years ago

I would give this more stars, food-wise. However cleanliness brings down the rating in my book. When I went to clean up after my meal, the trash can was almost over flowed and there was left over food scraps on the top of it. Also there is almost never any clean stop to find there at lunch, I know they have a very high volume of business at that hour but clean tables don't seem to be a priority to them. I guess I'm going to subway for my sandwich. read more

Jess G.

8 years ago

I went into this panera the other day to order lunch. I didn't like my meal, I wanted to exchange it for another one. When I spoke to the manger they gave me attitude, they really need to talk to people nicer at this location. It also took longer than it should to make the food because the employees making the food were fooling around and talking to each other. I wouldn't recommend this location because the costumer service is terrible. read more

Michelle B.

254

8 years ago

This place is absolutely disgusting. If you like chopped genitalia in your food, this is the place for you! Otherwise stay away! Don't get me started on the rat problem. Yes they have a rat infestation. The service is shakey, and the management stinks! Any other panera is fine just stay away from this one!! read more

Mark S.

7 years ago

Good place to hang out or read a book, plenty of seating here.. I got a chicken avocado sandwich and it was good. Cookies were bomb.

Ella W.

13 years ago

Great food and very courteous service, go there often and will continue going.

Panera Bread - sandwiches - Updated September 2026

People who viewed Panera Bread also viewed

Potbelly

3.5

(75 reviews)

Great sandwiches and super friendly staff. We came in while they were already closed, but staff was…read moreso nice to make us a sandwich. A warm welcome after along day of traveling and work. I've been to this location three times. Each time, I've interacted with different team members. The personalities and friendliness of the team there is top notch. I've had some good laughs and conversations with them. The location is always clean, the service is fast, and the sandwiches are tasty! My go to, you ask!??.... "The Wreck!" Make no mistake about it. Thank me later! The sandwich is beastly good!! Loaded with just about every meat and topping, they have to offer. You can go full Monty or scale it down to your liking, but either way it is mad delicious and you can't go wrong with this sandwich. You can't go wrong with this sandwich shop and I recommend!

Potbelly is one of those spots that just makes you feel good. The second you walk in, you smell…read morethat toasty bread and think, Yep, I'm in the right place. I've been coming here for years, and it's always a dependable, tasty stop when the hunger pangs strike. My go-to is The Wreck -- loaded up and, of course, with extra hot peppers. It's not just a sandwich; it's a life experience. Every bite feels like it's giving my taste buds a standing ovation... and my sinuses a pep talk. I also love their chili -- hearty, comforting, and exactly what you want on a chilly day (pun absolutely intended). One of my favorite things is the mix-and-match approach here. Half a sandwich, half a salad, whatever combination makes your stomach sing -- they make it happen. I'm partial to a sandwich-and-soup or sandwich-and-chili combo, but honestly, they could hand me a sandwich and a pickle and I'd still be grinning. The Pick-Your-Pair deal is my secret weapon for avoiding food FOMO. I get a little bit of everything without having to choose -- because why should lunch be a time for difficult decisions? I will say, I do miss the days when the rewards program felt, well, more rewarding. You know, something that made loyal customers feel like VIPs instead of "Very Intermittently Pleased." But that's a small gripe compared to all the deliciousness they serve up. A few Potbelly-themed jokes for flavor: Why did The Wreck go to therapy? It had too many layers of emotion. What's Potbelly's favorite band? Bread Zeppelin. My doctor told me to eat more greens... so now I get extra lettuce on my Wreck. Problem solved. Whether I'm craving a sandwich that could make a grown man weep, a bowl of chili that hugs your soul, or a meal combo that lets me have my lunch and eat it too -- this place delivers every time. Highly recommend!

sweetgreen - Healthy Salads, Wraps, and Bowls

3.6

(256 reviews)

Brand new barbecue chicken wrap, and it was awful. Inedible. Soaking wet. It just spilled out of…read morethe soggy wrap. I tossed it in the trash. Either of this local store didn't follow the instructions, or the management creator of this wrap needs to redesign it

It's been awhile since I've visited Sweetgreen. I wanted a salad for dinner so I decided to stop…read moreby. I came right before the dinner rush and there was no line. It took a few minutes for someone to come from the back and help me out. Decided on the BBQ chicken salad which came with romaine lettuce and kale topped with blackened chicken, cabbage, pickled onions, tomatoes, apples, and tortilla chips.chips. I asked for the honey BBQ sauce and green goddess ranch on the side, which I'm glad I did because I only ended up using the BBQ sauce. The salad was a good size and reasonably priced. I'd add double chicken next time, though, and probably jalapenos.

Chopt Creative Salad Co.

3.2

(158 reviews)

Came by for lunch today. They have salads, bowls and wraps on the menu. There are a large number…read moreof ingredients available for design-your-own (priced by what base you choose and what type and number of ingredients/proteins you want - the design-your-own comes with choice of up to 4 ingredients, which doesn't seem like enough with all the options there), and the menu includes a number of suggested combinations. There are also 2 soups and a variety of dressings. We ordered the Shrimp Spring Roll Salad and added tomatoes, and Sweet Apple Orchard Salad (minus the goat cheese) with chicken added. I got my dressing (balsamic vinaigrette) on the side. The salads are chopped for you and fill a large container. It's a big salad. The shrimp were plump and delicious and the chicken was also very good. I liked the dressing quite a bit - I don't always use a lot of dressing, but this one is a vinaigrette with honey- yum. The service was quick and efficient. There are some beverages available, but we each got ice water, which is readily available and refillable. The inside is comfortable, with some covered seating outside. We sat outside and it's very pleasant.

Big portions, lots of options for variety. Chicken size was a little too big. Wish it was smaller…read morepieces.

&pizza - Bethesda

4.2

(393 reviews)

They went above and beyond. Today was a really difficult day and I felt taken care of. The pizza is…read moreactually really really good too. I sat down and felt peace for a moment and I needed it

they close at 10pm got there at 9:40pm and the manager close the door on my face and would not let…read moreme order, if stores close at 10pm is at 10pm not one minutes earlie. What a way to treat costomers

Falafel Inc

3.6

(22 reviews)

I love falafel inc. They're fast and delicious and hold an excellent value. I also absolutely adore…read morethe invisible and garlic sauces. I could even say I get the sauce with a side of falafel sandwich. It always satisfies. It's not the trendiest or finest of dining experience but it really hits the spot and this could really be a regular for me!! Service is at the counter. There is one restroom in this store, and it was kept clean. The pike and rose parking area is out front and first hour in the open lot around the store is free, and you don't need more than an hour since they're fast! My husband and I came famished and shared 3 falafel sandwiches- we left full and satisfied. Will be back next week, or soon thereafter!

I am obsessed. Good quality falafel sandwiches for so cheap!!! I get my greens and veggies in for…read morelike $5 sandwich I am happy. So flavorful and they have a sauce bar on the side which is my fave. I'm a sauce hoarder and will douse my sandwich in these yummy sauces. I don't get the hate!!! $5 sandwiches that are good quality, clean, tasty!!!! what is there to hate ?? :)) Their fries are really good too. Fast service, clean interior.

Jetties

3.2

(164 reviews)

Their food is out of this world. My favorite is the "Thanksgiving sandwich." It tastes so good!…read more We just add some butter to the bread before making the sandwich.

The salads here are big and filled with good ingredients, they have a pretty decent variety and the…read morecombinations are thoughtful, but I forgot that they don't take cash and to me any restaurant in the United States of America should be required to accept the legal tender of the country. This is absolutely ridiculous! WILL NOT GO BACK

Vie De France Bakery Cafe

3.1

(138 reviews)

Great spot Service is great staff is nice and friendly…read more Food is always freshly made Coffee is great Highly recommended

Anyone who drives on River Road will eventually pass by Vie de France. It's located at the end of…read morea popular strip mall in Potomac. I first saw it when riding in a car many years ago. The offerings are "European-inspired". It's part of a national food service and bakery company called Vie de France Yamazaki Inc., and has a network of US distributors, so, it's a chain. There's always a lot of pastries, breads and desserts available, which I appreciate. Overall their baked goods are consistent. I've never tried their sandwiches or entrees. I enjoy their almond croissant with chocolate drizzle; it's crispy and gooey where it should be. The apricot & cream tart is satisfying. There's a wide variety of cookies and muffins, with specials here and there, and generally these are up to snuff. The coffee is usually well brewed. It can get busy, especially on the weekends. Seating is very limited; only a couple of tables outside (overlooking a busy parking lot). This is mostly a to-go spot.

Chipotle Mexican Grill

3.2

(143 reviews)

Who doesn't like chipotle! I love the sour cream, the guacamole, and the steak is just delicious!read more

Delivery orders of burrito bowl provide half the food (rice, beans, vegetables, salad - all that…read morecost nearly nothing) as the same order at restaurant. RIP OFF FOR DELIVERY CUSTOMER!!!!' Reccommend you treat your loyal customers better if you want to keep them.

The Original Pancake House

3.4

(450 reviews)

Great hot omelette and pancakes. Coffee is very strong, too strong. Each female worker was…read morefriendly, each male worker was rude or just ignored us. This is good food tho.

We passed by the Original Pancake House many times in Rockville and Bethesda, so we finally decided…read moreto give it a try. The menu is entirely à la carte. Pancakes do not come with sides, so it could add up for people with bigger appetites. I don't eat much so it worked out okay for us. The blueberry pancake portion was enormous. We couldn't finish it. Service was exceptional. The hostesses were warm and welcoming, and the server was very friendly and efficient. The hospitality really made for a great dining experience.

Moby Dick House of Kabob

3.0

(256 reviews)