Breakfast should be simple and easy…read more The execution of this place pulls it off. You walk in. It's bustling with people but not overly loud. You order, put the number on the table, eat, and go. The food comes out surprisingly fast. The ingredients just taste fresh and clean. Not overly salted. It's simple food, but done right. I was surprised how much I liked the place. It's not a place you would travel to go eat. It's a place that if you're in the area and need breakfast and brunch, you can't go wrong. I recommend checking this place out.

What a great find. We came for lunch and the food was excellent. They have a good balance of savory…read moreand sweet options - we got the curious George French toast and the Eggcellent breakfast sandwich with added turkey bacon. The iced chai and the Nutella latte were good but a bit boring. It is fast casual, where you order at the counter and they bring the food out to your table. We came on a Wednesday and it was relatively quiet, but I bet this place gets packed on the weekends.

"Tell me what you miss most," Ava Fremont, a witness to a murder, signs and expresses to Detective…read moreFrank Shaw, who recently lost his hearing, in Director Brad Anderson's 2024 film, The Silent Hour. "My daughter, S A M," Shaw signs back, "playing guitar," as he makes hand motions. "Being able to hear that." "You don't need to. Every spring, I go to the Boston Pops." "Why?" Frank asks disconsolately. "To watch...the feeling...the musicians...to see their joy. It's enough. To see that, to share it." Watching Ava recapture physically not just the performance in her retelling but the appreciation from both musicians and concert-goers alike, Frank starts to rediscover hope, even as he and Ava try to stay alive from the killers hunting them. The appetizers, entrees, and desserts from Eataliano Market & Deli, located at 5325 Phelps Luck Drive in Columbia, Maryland, prompt similarly unexpected overflows of culinary memories and joy. Upon our first visit of what we hope will be many, my wife and I placed the following takeout order: 1 order of Baked Meatballs 2 orders of Garlic Bread 1 ten-inch Empire Pie (I requested no ricotta or extra virgin olive oil) 1 order of Rigatoni Meatballs alla Vodka 1 order of Spaghetti with Homemade Meat Sauce 1 slice of Limoncello Mascarpone Cake 1 slice of Pistachio Cheesecake The garlic bread and pistachio cheesecake alone conjured spectacular reminisces. The pizza is the best we've had in Maryland, although my wife regretted my choice of no ricotta; and we would gladly reorder our pasta dishes if we didn't have many more entrees that we want to try.

HIDDEN GEM!!!! I…read morestumbled across this place while visiting Columbia, MD. I was craving a good cheesesteak, so I did what any responsible foodie would do--I consulted Google. This place kept popping up, so I figured the internet couldn't be wrong... at least not this time. The restaurant is tucked away in what feels like a residential area, making it a true hidden gem. The parking situation, however, deserves its own reality show. Spaces are limited, and getting in and out of the parking lot felt like I was participating in an advanced driving course. The establishment offers nice seating, but don't expect a formal dining experience. You place your order at the counter and then find your own seat. When we arrived, the place was packed with people ordering and eating. That's usually a good sign, and at that point I knew we had either found the jackpot or everyone in Columbia had the exact same cheesesteak craving. Because of the crowd, ordering took a little while. The dining area was also in need of some attention--we ended up cleaning our own table before sitting down. The food took longer than expected to arrive, but as soon as I took the first bite, all was forgiven. We ordered two cheesesteaks and a personal pepperoni pizza. The cheesesteaks were absolutely loaded with perfectly grilled meat, topped with grilled onions and peppers, all served on a warm, soft hoagie roll. Every bite was packed with flavor and required at least a few extra napkins. The personal pepperoni pizza was also excellent. I'd describe it as a traditional thin-crust pizza with the perfect balance of sauce, cheese, and pepperoni. No ingredient was trying to steal the spotlight--it was a well-rehearsed pizza ensemble. As I said from the beginning, this place is a hidden gem. The food alone is worth the trip. The only reason I gave it 4 out of 5 stars instead of 5 is because of the challenging parking situation and the dining area's cleanliness and service. Fix those two issues, and this place might just become my new definition of a cheesesteak pilgrimage destination

Popular restaurant and café, good food, many coffee and tea varieties, including dry packaged…read more Café Jun is a restaurant and café in the Forest Green shopping center on US 40. It's a smallish space and indoor seating was really full at 11 AM on a weekday. Because of rain, the outdoor benches were not in use, and I saw closed-up patio-umbrellas too. I ordered from a kiosk or you could order online or in person. I got the bacon egg and cheese croissant and it was made quickly by welcoming staff. It was a regular size croissant with very light cheese and a layer of crispy bacon pieces in a well toasted croissant. The flavor was good. This café also sells a number of beverages, including fresh ground espresso, and various teas And they sell some bakery goods, candies, and quite a variety of dry-packaged teas and coffee. The parking right in front Café Jun can get pretty full, but there's plenty parking in the rest of the shopping center. You can enter the shopping area from eastbound US-40 Baltimore National Pike, or from westbound Frederick Road. It's just east of Centennial Lane/Bethany Lane and about a mile West of US 29. The larger shopping area has a diner 3-strip mall sections, one of which is called Princess Shopping Center, so I'm a little confused which mall-name covers which shops. They have a summer concert planned! That should be fun!

I ate here on a Saturday in late April around 11:00AM. The line was out the door and seating was…read morepacked inside. People do seem to respect the 90MIN seating window though so you should be able to find a seat. You order and pay at the counter first and then they give you a table number card. This is how they find you to serve your food. I ordered a regular matcha latte, a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich on croissant bread and their famous croffle. I loved their matcha latte. It's pre-sweetened so no need to add extra vanilla syrup or anything. This does not taste like a traditional matcha, which in my opinion tastes like dirt. This is a sweeter, dessert like matcha. I didn't care for the bacon, egg and cheese sandwich. It was kind of dry and it tasted like something was missing. The croffle was amazing. It has a nutty, pecan like taste to it and it was topped with vanilla gelato and blueberries. I couldn't really taste the maple syrup but it was delicious nonetheless.

I arrived around 10:30am on a Monday and it was packed. There is a small yet ample parking lot with…read moreoverflow parking available on the main road. We grabbed a table inside and later moved outside. To bypass the long line, I ordered online and picked up my items. My order was ready within 15 mins and the website is user friendly. I loved the book alcove, free wifi and intentional menu. The turkey and pesto sandwich was great and I was equally satisfied with my iced, dirty chai. (total: $17) If you are tight on time, get there early or order ahead.

Enjoyed our lunch at this comfy place at the end of Ellicott City's Main Street! An overall good…read morevibe here, as people caught up with family, dates, friends, and solo workers. Great decor, local theme throughout, and they celebrate their local artists. Plenty of dedicated parking and a public lot within 250 feet. I liked my BLT on sourdough, and enjoyed our side salad with spinach. Clean interior and rest room. WiFi available. Fun area where they sell local products, embracing Ellicott City residents and history. Order at the counter, and they'll serve you at the table without much of a wait.

I have been here in the past for a meal but last night my friends and I came for cocktails in the…read moreupstairs bar which was super cozy. They had dirty martinis and I had the Dill-licious gimlet which let me tell you was AMAZING! It's the perfect mixture of dill and mint and it tasted like summer in a glass. I want to go back for more!! Our servers were great too they did a phenomenal job making the cocktails and waiting on us. Definitely recommend!!

I came here on a Saturday and decided to sit in their Beer Garden right next to the river which was…read morea great decision since the weather was great and the background noises very relaxing. The server (I wish I caught her name) was very friendly and had great recommendations. I tried the "I Just Crush A Lot" sour beer and it was AMAZING!! For my entree, I decided to go with the Truffle Shuffle: Alabama White BBQ, Roasted Wild Mushrooms, Tavern Blend Cheese, Smoked Cheddar, Basil and Truffle Oil. It was pretty good! If I am ever back in the area, I would definitely come back!

Grabbed a quick iced latte, they have a little order door at the front of the shop. They were about…read moreto close, but I'm glad I made it in time to get a drink! It was delicious! The area is really cute with a lot of seats and Ellicott city is a beautiful town. Perfect spot to grab a coffee and look around.

Little market cafe is an original of old Ellicott city. It has survived 2 major floods and was at…read moreone point fixed up as part of a Gordon Ramsey show. After that, they went from a small coffee shop window to a full kitchen. They have sandwiches, pizza, breakfasts, and coffee of all kinds. It has so much promise, but sadly I find it to be a let down. Every time I'm here the coffee and food is just average. My sandwich sounded so good, but the bacon was not crisp, couldn't taste the jam in it, and just seemed like the turkey sandwich I pack for my lunches for work. The biggest benefit of this place is the outdoor seating. On a nice day, it is the best place to hang out with a half decent cup of specialty coffee.

The Jimmy John's in Owings Mills could have worked if they actually delivered or got on the train…read moreof UberEats/DoorDash. I hate that they went away as they were the best sub shop around. It was the owners fault 100% and I hope someone ties again because it's missed.

Been to several locations and never disappointed. Everything is fresh and plentiful. I use their…read moreapp and it is ready when I arrive. I have a favorite and now it is even easier to order. Never disappointed. My favorite sub place. Their bbq chips are the best.

Great news! Bippy's has reopened- and although the inside has been updated you will still find…read moresuper friendly staff and patrons. Bippy's has a the great vibe of a neighborhood pub and four pool tables. They've also updated the menu with tasty Korean cuisine.

Was in ellicot city and was searching for a quick eat out place and saw this in google .. reviews…read morelooked good and thought of trying .. the inside of the pub wasn't high end .. was normal and old styled bar . Amazing service . Loved their smile and quick service .. they had few IPas and beers on tap. Drink was awesomeee . Ordered sweet potato fries .. it tasted great .. nice quantity for the price . Wings was ok. The sauce in the wings was sticky and could have been better .. we still loved it overall. 4 stars