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!

This. Place. Is. Perfection…read more Loved everything I purchased here - from the bread, to the pasta, to the pastries. Service was great - seems like the owner also runs the shop/serves customers at times. Clearly very knowledgeable about the menu items, ingredients, flavors, etc. Ambiance was super cute and quaint - in my opinion this is not really a place you'll sit and eat, but you'll take it to go and devour it at home, and then wish you had more.

HIDDEN GEM! My beautiful coworker suggest we grab lunch…read morehere and it did not disappoint! Easy to miss but a must to find. FOOD- 5/5 I got the Call Me Spicy as a mystery pick and it was so good! So glad they picked this one for me! It tastes better than it looks. It's sweet and salty with the perfect amount of spice. It's got crunch and it's just overall a perfect burst of flavor... not to mention the waffle is gluten free SERVICE- 5/5 the people we encountered were so friendly and welcoming AMBIANCE- Small but they took advantage of the space they have! You've got bagels you can purchase, chips, cupcakes, etc etc... all gluten free. Definitely will be back! Highly recommend

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

I've been here a few times for breakfast, and it's become one of my favorite spots in the area. I…read moreusually order takeout, but the café itself is so cute that I'd love to sit and eat there one day. They even have a nice outdoor seating area, which makes it feel especially inviting. I almost always order the smoked salmon on toast, and it's consistently delicious. As for the drinks, I tend to like mine on the sweeter side, so they're usually a little less sweet than my preference. That said, I actually appreciate that they don't overload them with sugar - it's easy enough to add a little sweetener myself. It's definitely a bit on the pricier side, but the quality and atmosphere make it worth it. Overall, it's a great breakfast spot, and I'll definitely keep coming back.

This place never ceases to amaze me with their new creations that I must always try. Today, besides…read moremy favorite pistachio chocolate croissant I left with two seasonal baked goods. I have not tried them yet, but I will update my review when I do. First up is the blueberry lavender brioche wave ($6). It looks like a kouign maman , but it's filled with blueberry lavender jam. The other pastry I took home was a cherry croissant cube ($6) filled with "sweet and tart homemade cherry jam". I wasn't a fan of the pumpkin version so hopefully this one will be better because I do like cherry jam. I was lazy because of the dreary day, but I guess so were other folks because at the end of the day today they still had lots and lots of tempting pastries in their case. Willpower won out today!

Place is a schmedium size. It's a simple falling in line and ordering and they will bring the food…read moreto you type of sitch. Place was kept clean and orderly. We ordered the Bulgogi Tots and Soy Glazed Brisket. The tots was a bit too cheesy that it was really filling. The brisket was on point! Not my favorite place, but I would recommend for you to try if you have not tried yet.

Quiet disappointed with my visit to Chiko. For the price, I was expecting higher quality and…read moreservice. I decided to go with the lunchbox. I got a pork and kimichi potsticker and fried rice. The potstickers are massive, it's literally a ball of meat wrapped in dumpling. The taste was okay, nothing crazy. Definitely didn't get much kimichi at all. The house rice was honestly tasteless. The shrimp on top was good i guess, but the meal was bland. Also it's pretty much just peas no other vegetables in it. I wasn't greeted when I entered. Wasn't told anything when I left, other than being stared down by workers. I didn't even receive utensils in the bag. Would I come here again? NOPE.

Consistently a great option for lunch/brunch. Bikas always provides excellent service!read more

Haven't been here for a while and decided to write about my experience. It was great! Our server…read morewas really nice, we sat outside bc it was so beautiful and we loved it. We ordered hanger steak, rib eye , and the scallop entree and all were delicious. For drinks, we also got the tiki drink to share and it was strong and DELICIOUS!!! I would totally come back :-)

Cute, minimalistic, and cozy cafe! It's at the Bethesda metro station, two escalator trips right…read moreabove the station underground. The lattes here are sweeter than savory but delicious, topped with thick whipped cream... I think it is homemade whipped cream, but whatever they do, they definitely aced it very well. - Habibi latte: very scrumptious! It is a must-get, although it's a seasonal drink, so it may not always be available...alas! Pretty sweet and almost like eating some Dubai chocolate as you drink it... worth the adventure! - The Bear Necessities: I was very impressed with this latte. I had low expectations, as most cafes can't perfect the dark art of latte for every latte drink on the menu, especially the seasonal drinks... But girl, I was proven wrong and I enjoyed this drink so much! It came with thick whipped cream topped with one graham cracker bear and crumbled graham crackers... The flavors were cinnamon and honey and reminded me of cinnamon crunch cereal in some ways, but of course, it wasn't too sweet though! I was tempted to order another one... The sandwiches (1 roast beef and 1 grilled turkey) were just average if you ask me to compare these with other sandwich specialty shops... next time, I'd try something else! Overall, no complaints as I'm impressed with the coffee options, especially the seasonal drinks! Service was good and quick. The employee behind the counter was super friendly and very accommodating to ensure she got our orders right. Plenty of seating on a Saturday late morning which was surprising. Lots of seating at the outdoor patio as well! Very spacious.

5 stars for coffee, 4 stars for food. This cafe is conveniently located at the Bethesda metro…read morestation, on ground level right above the metro gates. Great for a post-(long) run meal before I hop on the metro back to DC! The lattes are on the sweet side but delicious, thick, creamy, and very innovative--worth it. The food? Not so much, but still decent. I tried the following: - Habibi latte (hot with oat milk) - delicious!! Definitely a must-get. It was quite sweet but really reminded me of Dubai chocolate. Really amazing how they nailed down the flavors. Perfect for chocolate lovers and very unique and innovative. Presentation was also excellent, with a generous amount of whipped cream. - The bear necessities - equally delicious latte and really cute presentation too, with a graham bear cracker on top! I'm not a big fan of cinnamon-flavored drinks, but this one was more subtle. It was so thick and richly flavored that the cinnamon wasn't overpowering for me. I was very impressed. - Roast beef sandwich - meh okay. It was supposed to come with ciabatta bread (which I think would've tasted way better), but apparently, there was none that day, so I got it with sourdough bread. - Turkey sandwich - I got it served hot with sourdough bread, and my partner and I enjoyed this one more than the roast beef sandwich. The roasted red peppers were a nice addition to the sandwich. The accompanying salad with the sandwiches was fine, nothing special. Service was good and quick. Plenty of seating on a Saturday late morning, and the outdoor patio was cute and spacious.

This place is simply beautiful in my opinion. Before you even enter, the patio has this inviting…read morefeel to it. But as soon as you answer, the decor is really nice. And this may be a best kept secret, but did you know they have happy hour all day every weekday at the bar? I go with a group of three, and we tend to just split all the happy hour food and have a party. The pide is fantastic, the burger is juicy, the gyro is flavorful ... I don't get me started on the two cocktail options, whew. It's all delicious. I need to return for brunch, and I have had some of their entrees way back, but that was their original location in DC. But I love the place and I wish them the most success!

They charged for olives in my martini! First I ordered their signature drink, after asking and…read morebeing told it was not too sweet. It was very sweet. Our server suggested a glass of white wine - undrinkable to my taste. I asked for a martini, up, with olives. It was a very nice martini - until we got the bill. They charged $1 for each olive! Outrageous! Who does this? I will never go back and promised I'd share this story with as many people as possible. The decor is old, they've done nothing to update since the prior restaurant, Positano, left. If you're contemplating this place- walk past! Do yourself a favor and go somewhere else

Another divine meal at the BEST restaurant! Flavors are spectacular. Service top notch. Restaurant…read moreis immaculate. No better meal or experience. Can't wait to return. Jack, Maya, Diana- thank you so very much

As far as vegan restaurants go, PLANTA is hands down the best I've experienced. I stepped outside…read moreof my comfort zone and tried several things I wouldn't normally order, and I loved every single bite. The Caesar salad was incredible so much so that I genuinely think they should bottle and sell that dressing in stores. And the raspberry cheesecake? It absolutely gave me life. It was rich, creamy, and so delicious that I'm still thinking about it. For our entrées, we ordered the Hawaiian pizza, spicy rigatoni, and spaghetti carbonara. While everything was good, the pizza and the rigatoni were my clear favorites. I also tried their sushi and was pleasantly surprised by how much it resembled traditional sushi in both texture and flavor. It was a fun and delicious experience. What impressed me most was the quality and creativity of the menu. There's truly something for everyone, whether you're vegan or not. The restaurant itself feels bright, airy, and inviting. It's the kind of place where you can easily gather with friends, family, or even enjoy a date night. The service was excellent, and our server was warm, attentive, and genuinely kind. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and can't wait to come back and explore more of the menu. PLANTA has definitely changed my perception of vegan dining.