It's a stop & go type place, small but meant for quick turnarounds. It was absolutely freezing…read moreinside so I wouldn't stay longer than needed. Staff was very friendly and nice. The Luau BBQ bowl was delicious- the citrus ginger sauce really surprised me with how flavorful it was without having one thing overpower it. I ordered a mac & cheese bowl but the lack of cheese just made it starchy and lacked flavor.

This was my first visit to Mahana Fresh, and I was pleasantly surprised from the moment I walked…read morein. The menu offers a nice balance between curated bowls and build-your-own options, and everything on display looked vibrant and genuinely fresh. Even the subtle aroma of garlic in the air set the tone in the best way. I don't usually go for chicken (I cook enough of it at home), but being from Hawaii, there was no way I was passing up on their limited-time Huli Huli chicken. For those unfamiliar, traditional Huli Huli chicken is typically bone-in, skin-on, soaked in a brine, marinated with a blend of soy sauce, ginger, brown sugar, garlic, and pineapple juice maybe rice vinegar or ketchup, it's all left to the cook. Basted several times as the meat is flipped until fully cooked. Back home, you don't just eat it--you experience it. You smell it long before you see it--grilling on those iconic half oil drum kettles along the roadside, often set up for fundraisers or local gatherings. The sight of chicken quarters being flipped ("huli" means "turn") and basted over open flames is pure island nostalgia. So yes, expectations were high. I was offered a sample, and it delivered. The flavor balance was spot on--savory, slightly sweet, and deeply satisfying. The chicken itself was moist and tender. The only thing missing was that classic crispy, charred skin and the full leg quarter presentation you'd find back home--but even so, it didn't disappoint and left me wanting more. My bowl came together beautifully with coconut sweet potato sauce, fresh spinach, garlicky cilantro green beans, and basmati rice. It was flavorful, well-balanced, and delicious. Service was another highlight--the staff was friendly, patient and helpful with recommendations. The space itself is not large to eat in but it was clean, bright with ocean-toned blues that nod to its island inspiration. I'll definitely be back--especially while that Huli Huli chicken is still on the menu.

The food tasted great and fresh. The service was nothing short of amazing. Larry brought our food…read moreout and made sure we were taken care of. The place is very clean and organized.

Shout out to another go-to for us HoneyGrow!…read more We order the Create your own stir-fry egg white noodles and sauces with add-ons. We usually get a spicy sauce with scrambled eggs and veg. Delicious sauces and always well prepared. The egg white noodles are very good and a high protein low-cal way to enjoy a stir-fry. All the sauces are good. Make your own salad options are very wide also. Baby spinach, chicken, olives, feta, cukes, etc. The selection of veg and dressing is very good and the freshness is perfect. The dessert options are very tasty. Key lime cheese cake topped with graham cracker strudel, mini chocolate chips with real whipped cream is divine. My favorite drinks are the dark cherry punch and strawberry guava lemonade which make excellent mixers for vodka or gin or tequila or straight ;) Final note, you can buy the egg white noodles and sauces for home use. Delicious

Stumbled upon this place while looking for a deli shop. It was easy to find but you can tell it…read moregets busy. The place is a good size but on the smaller side. They have a variety of sandwiches, salads and soups. As well as pastries and glass bottled drinks. Staff were friendly and helped me decide which sandwich to choose since it was my first time there. I went with the Picante Chicken sandwich which has a good amount of heat from their house made picante sauce, tasted delicious and the bread was soft and fresh. I also got the potato salad as a side. The portion is small but a great sample size for me to determine if I want a bigger size next time, which I will get a bigger size my next visit. Overrall, great first sandwich, awesome service. Also saw alot of people come pick up their order. Can't wait to go back!

Actually the lady who took the order was really nice and helpful…read more The taste of salad pretty good. Bread also tasty. Next time I will try sandwiches ! The ambience not so funcy but pretty good for lunch

What a great place for a thick, juicy, topping filled pizza! Came here with 12 people on a late…read moreSaturday afternoon, with a reservation, but the place was quiet. Seems like there were a good amount of online/phone orders coming through. Wings were solid and the pizzas were filling. We came hungry so 3 pizzas satisfied 5 of us, with some leftover slices to take home. Staff were very nice and accommodating, especially with bringing a birthday cake out and preparing the table after our meal! I forget what the full name of the pizza was, but get the hot honey pizza !! It will not disappoint.

Amazing pizza. The crust was perfect, pizza topping were the right amount and the cheese was the…read moreright consistency. We are not from the area as we were in town for a music festival. Would love to find one of these in my hometown. Highly recommend.

Loveee the acai and pitaya bowls!! My go to is the mixed berry açaí and the pure pitaya, but all…read morethe other bowls were delicious as well. Will need to try other things on their menu next time!

I got the berry wake up steel cut oatmeal and avocado toast, and both of them were great! The…read moreavocado toast was a bit spicy, but I didn't mind. The workers there were very kind and helpful, and they had a relaxing environment inside.

I have to say that for a mall food court place, this one rocks! My friend wanted to treat me for my…read morebirthday and I initially hoped to find a Chopt or other such place (alas! I miss Sweet Tomatoes back in CA so much!) but the nearest one had uniformly bad Yelp reviews. Then I found this and was encouraged by good reviews. I'm just not a mall kind of person, y'know? Anyway, I would get food from Chop Chop again - it was that good. I had a featured salad rather than build my own. It was Chicken Tikka and it was delicious, with just the basic ingredients. I chose jalapeño ranch dressing, which offset the tikka in a wild and wonderful way. The prices are great and maybe it was just because it was 11:30 a.m. (before lunch) but we walked right up and ordered. There were a lot of empty tables and the noise level wasn't bad. Of course it's mall parking so there is plenty and it's free!

Not bad. I'd definitely visit again. It's inside of Columbia Mall, in the food court. Service was…read morepretty quick, and is set up like similar salad places where you choose your toppings. I usually get a spinach tortilla Caesar wrap. Chop chop is a healthy option.

I've been to The Food Market many times for brunch, lunch, and dinner, and I have never been…read moredisappointed. The food is consistently exceptional, the drinks are always on point, and the atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between lively and welcoming. Whenever friends or family visit from out of town, this is my go-to spot because I know they'll leave impressed. Most recently, I visited for brunch on Saturday and ordered the short rib gnocchi. It was absolutely delicious... rich, flavorful, and incredibly filling. I paired it with the bubbles flight, which featured an assortment of four sparkling wines and was the perfect complement to the meal. Every visit reminds me why I keep coming back. Great food, great drinks, and consistently great experiences. Love this place. Five stars for consistency and great food!

Sadly, we had a disappointing Mother's Day experience. While the restaurant was extremely busy,…read morethere were a few highlights. The truffle popcorn was excellent, our child enjoyed the shrimp and fries, and the fresh tuna appetizer was flavorful, although overly sauced. Unfortunately, the scallops with risotto were unacceptable. Both entrees had a strong ammonia-like taste from the first bite, which was immediately noticeable to both of us. We were unable to get much attention from our server due to how busy the restaurant was, but the dishes were left mostly untouched for a reason. For a $40 entrée, we expected much better quality and execution. Sadly, The Food Market did not deliver.

Continuing alphabet series for 2025 runner-up to original out of town C pick to local DMV, C is for…read moreCazbar. For a couple of months my friend, who is of Turkish heritage and lives out in Germantown, wanted to meet me closer to my home to go to Cazbar. We went on Saturday, 9/6/25 for lunch (lunch prices are better as why I shot for lunch time). We walked in, and it was fancy Middle Eastern decor. Server was nice & efficient answering questions. I got their take on flatbread pizza called Lamb Pide. Wow, the lamb and pizza as a whole was amazing. My friend got some more expensive platter, which looked good. If I came back, I'd maybe get something like what he got. My friend (& me to a lesser extent) were cogitating on getting a dessert. I think me saying we ate a lot, it's extra calories, & prices are pretty high for dessert, ended up swaying him not to get dessert. Plus, there was a Greek festival and might get a baklava or other dessert there, which I did. Overall, my impression was wow, this place is impression, and I want to go with my girlfriend one of these days, maybe on a weekend before a movie at AMC Columbia or something.

The birthday dinner was so much fun. We ordered the Sultan's Platter, a three-course shared meal…read morethat was both hearty and meat-centric. It included a variety of mezze, followed by an entree featuring two types of chicken, two types of beef, shrimp, and salmon, and concluded with ​Baklava for dessert. The food was well-seasoned with generous portions. Additionally, the alcoholic beverages were fresh, creative, and strong, with a wide variety of options available. The only thing is that it was super loud and the belly dancing lasted approx 30 mins so if you make a resy during the allotted time you can easily miss it like we did. I would definitely give it another shot, arriving on time!