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    The Gateway Cafe

    4.3 (86 reviews)
    Closed 6:30 am - 2:30 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Same low price even during Bidenomics.
    Hawk D.

    Tucked away a bit right off Exit 18 on 270, this little spot is one of those hidden gems people love to find. Being in an industrial park it has limited hours but a great lunch spot. The steak and cheese is very good and just the right amount of food, so you don't feel like taking a nap afterward. Run by the friendliest family, you'll be greeted with an enthusiastic hello when you walk in the door. Highly recommended!

    Kelly S.

    Deli in Clarksburg! The breakfast burrito and bacon egg and cheese sandwich were delicious. Very fast and friendly service. It felt like a local gathering spot where owners get to know you. Plenty of parking. Good spot for a treat after a visit at Labcorp.

    Bacon French toast platter with extra meat option
    Jasmine G.

    This is a nice spot! It's tucked away in a office building lot. So parking is not an issue and finding this place was not hard either. Walking in I was greeted by a very nice lady. She welcomed me and told me to take my time since it was my first time being there. I ordered the French toast platter and the pancake platter. It cost $23 for the two meals and the only thing that was bothersome was the meat portion sizes. They only gave me one slice of ham with this large platter. I ordered an extra for my husbands plate and it came with one piece of sausage for $3. Usually IHOP will give you more for the additional cost. Either way the food was good for what it was. The pancakes were somewhat dry but the French toast was good! I would definitely come back here! They have a nice selection of seating inside and they serve lunch here as well. I want to try their lunch menu next time for sure. I thought it was super cool that there were birds outside the restaurant that we got to see cool. There were peanuts on the ground for them to pick up, so that was nice to see while waiting for my food. Haha

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    Rachel Macie H.

    Traveling through places you often don't have much time to stop and eat so it leaves me looking for a place that's quick and local so what I found here was a small little cafe right off the freeway that's tucked into a business park like how can you go wrong with that? Coming here I only ordered a bacon breakfast sandwich on wheat bread it was that with some cheese nothing more nothing less than something yummy and quick! With that I asked for some hot sauce and it was all for what was quick and yummy if I worked in this business park I would totally stop by here again! Overall a mellow little place that's quick and easy with lots of options besides breakfast so who knows if I'll ever get here again but it's definitely not out of the question when I'm on the road traveling looking for a breakfast sandwich.

    Half eaten veggie omelet
    Amy S.

    We stopped by this place by accident. We are so glad that we did. It is a mom and pop deli. The owners were very friendly and food was excellent. I was looking for breakfast so I ordered the veggie omelet. It was perfectly cooked and I loved it. I ate every bite. My husband wanted a sandwich so he ordered a turkey club on wheat. The bacon was perfectly cooked and good amount of meat. We will definitely return to try other items.

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    Great breakfast place to eat at. Quality service and quality food. Many great options on the menu to choose from as well & for a really good price.

    The menu begins
    Laura W.

    I stopped in here today after having blood drawn and maybe it was just that I was very, very hungry, but I don't think so. I ordered a bacon egg and cheese croissant with extra bacon on the side and I sampled the bacon first. It was perfect; not overdone yet perfectly crispy. The sandwich was very close to being maybe the best breakfast sandwich I've had ever. The only thing I would've added would be a little bit of black pepper. The croissant was steamy and hot and buttery, the eggs were perfectly cooked, and the melty cheese was so savory and not too salty. Altogether, it was just the perfect bite for me at the perfect time. The people were friendly, the restaurant looked clean, my order came up so fast and they have a huge menu with all kinds of bottled drinks, chips and pieces of cake ready to grab and go. They had various salads and specials such as fried chicken. You can sit and nosh or grab it and dash. This place has everything and the coffee was good. I'm definitely going to go back!

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    Good food for a good price with friendly people in a cozy atmosphere. Highly recommend!

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    The owner is always so nice. The food is always really good and ready fast, even when they're really busy.

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    My favorite spot to go and get food when I'm around the clarksburg area. Service is always great!

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    Have been going here for years. It is very good for breakfast fast and cheap. Love the workers

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    Very good diner-type food and cheerful service. The chicken salad sandwich is excellent.

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    Love there sausage egg and cheese on a croissant it's the best. They also have a great lunch menu!

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    Super nice people and I've never had a problem with the food or the space. It is a great neighborhood place

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    Flames & Crepes - Tamale and pupusa

    Flames & Crepes

    3.2(9 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    This place is honestly terrible.we went to a food truck called Flames and Crepes at the clarksburg…read moreoutlets and had a really awful experience. First off, they don't even list their prices, which already feels shady and misleading. On top of that, the staff treated us horribly super rude, dismissive, and straight-up disrespectful. We felt judged the entire time for no reason, like they were looking down on her. No customer should ever be made to feel that way. Completely unprofessional and uncomfortable environment. Definitely would not recommend this place to anyone.

    4.5 Stars for the new food truck in Rockville! Follow the lively Latin American music and you'll…read morefind yourself outside the Flames & Crepes food truck! The Halal food truck is located just outside of the Marathon Gas Station and across the street from Flagship Carwash (currently closed for renovation). There is parking available, my family and I got our food to-go as I believe most customers do. I ordered the food via UberEats and it was ready when I arrived. We ordered two Cheesesteaks and I thought they were delicious, they were also pricey... $13.99 each. I did like the Flame Sauce drizzled on the sandwich. The sauce isn't spicy, but it is zesty and it added another flavor profile to the meaty cheesesteak. I also appreciated the thickness of the bread. It definitely held its own, didn't get soggy at all, or fall apart. The only Pupusa we ordered was the VegeMixta and I thought it was unique with ground Loroco Flowerbud being the first ingredient (never had it before and would have thought I was eating green pepper if I didn't know otherwise). I'd be interested in trying the other varieties of Pupusa. The Yuca Fritas came with fried pieces of beef, a cabbage slaw, a few pieces of radishes and cucumbers and a very light and delicious tomato based dipping sauce. I just loved that sauce!!! It was almost like tomato soup, but a lighter take of it (and not warm, like soup is usually. Also was mild in taste, not spicy). I don't know if I'd get the pieces of fried beef again, I wasn't interested in trying them, they looked hard and dried out/tough to chew (they can be excluded from ordering via UberEats menu). We also ordered a Nutella Crepe (the plain crepe is $8.99, and each topping is $0.99 extra). The amount of Nutella in and on the crepe was a generous amount. Just note the prices on the menu on their website are already outdated compared to UberEats, at least for the crepe. It used to be $6.99 and not it is $8.99... Not sure if this is the norm. There is one small picnic table outside of the food truck for anyone interested in eating on location. I feel this food truck will get busier when the Flagship re-opens!

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    Flames & Crepes - Pupusa De Pollo and Tamales De Pollo

    Pupusa De Pollo and Tamales De Pollo

    Flames & Crepes - Nutella Crepe $9.89 (includes $0.99 charge for Nutella vs plain) - two pieces eaten prior to photo

    Nutella Crepe $9.89 (includes $0.99 charge for Nutella vs plain) - two pieces eaten prior to photo

    Flames & Crepes - Two orders of cheesesteaks (9 inches, I believe). $27.98 for both. A bit pricey in my opinion, but tasty as well.

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    Two orders of cheesesteaks (9 inches, I believe). $27.98 for both. A bit pricey in my opinion, but tasty as well.

    Dutch Family Restaurant - Cheesesteak Sub

    Dutch Family Restaurant

    4.3(80 reviews)
    4.4 mi
    $$

    Dutch Family Market is one of those reliable local spots that perfectly balances value, taste, and…read morecomfort. It's our go-to destination for a laid-back weekend brunch. The menu isn't fancy, but that's exactly its charm. Everything is hearty, well-prepared, and offered at a great price point. The grilled chicken is my personal favorite, though the breakfast platters are always a solid choice when you're after something classic and satisfying. With its welcoming atmosphere and dependable quality plus friendly and attentive service, Dutch Family Market never disappoints. Ps. They make the best whipped cream in the planet.

    Not much has improved.. since I ate here last time. I came with my friend for breakfast. However I…read morewanted a Philly cheese steak. So I told our waiter that i dont want any tomatos on my sub. Guess what! He brings my sub and says oh you said no tomatos? I said yeah. We will make you and new one. He then comes back and asks if it's OK if I pick it off? No thanks. They brought out a new one but no fresh fries. The sub was dreadful. It wasn't thiny sliced steak it was more like ground beef chopped up. There was some sauce mixed in with the mayo. Do not order the Philly cheese steaks. Just awful. Our waiters were never refilled. I think our waiter was absentminded. Not sure if I would want to eat here. However stopping at the Beilers donuts made things better.

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    Dutch Family Restaurant
    Dutch Family Restaurant - Weekly specials (11/27/24)

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    Hornets Nest Grille - Caesar Salad

    Hornets Nest Grille

    4.4(207 reviews)
    5.7 mi
    $$

    Checked it out after a game with the kids and we were pleasantly surprised. The burgers were…read morespectacular and so good! Figured it was a safe pic because it's a typical American food place but we were surprised it would be this tasty. We all got different burgers so we could taste different kinds. Will definitely be back because that jalapeño burger was too good to only have once this year. The service was quick and friendly. The ambiance was calm For a Saturday afternoon.

    I wasn't sure if we were going to get seating on a Friday night as we could not make reservations…read more As we entered, there was a group of five people waiting for a table. But luckily for us, a tiny table fit only for two was available. It was all the way in the back! But that was totally fine. We liked our little corner. The place was definitely packed but our server never forgot about us. Back in our little corner were memorabilia from the local schools dating back to the 90's from what I can tell. It really had a nostalgic feel. To start we got the crabby rolls from the specials menu. It was more creamy than crabby. I tasted more of the cream cheese than any crab. For entrees we ordered the fish and chips and main street Madeira. The fish came in small filets that were the size of chicken tenders. Not a huge fan of the portion. The fries were soggy but glad that the coleslaw came in a lettuce pocket. At least that prevented the coleslaw liquid from seeping onto the fish and fries. The chicken madeira was fantastic. I almost never order chicken breasts fearing that it would be dry but this was not. The two breast meat was cooked in a madeira wine sauce topped with mushrooms and a mozzarella, fontina, and spinach cheese blend. The chicken was juicy and flavorful. I can taste the lovely wine. Served along the dish was red mashed potatoes. I love red mashed potatoes because it has a bit of the skin. I liked this dish a lot! Service was attentive, friendly, and fast. This place is a neighborhood gem. Not sure about parking. There was some street parking and there may be a lot next to the restaurant but from the direction that we came, we ended up parking across the street. A tricky crossing because the crosswalk was up the block.

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    Hornets Nest Grille - Welcome - November 2024

    Welcome - November 2024

    Hornets Nest Grille - Hornet's Nest Chicken Parmesan

    Hornet's Nest Chicken Parmesan

    Hornets Nest Grille - Happy hour menu (March 2025)

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    Happy hour menu (March 2025)

    Habit Burger & Grill - Ahi Tuna Filet Sandwich

    Habit Burger & Grill

    3.5(142 reviews)
    7.0 mi
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    I just wrote a Yelp review of Habit Burger in Rockville representing 2018 in alphabet series for H…read more Now, representing 2024 is the Gaithersburg location H is for Habit Burger. As I said in the Rockville location, Habit Burger started in Santa Barbara, California. I think it's on par with another Cali founded burger place, In-N-Out Burger. Actually, representing 2024 for the letter I will be In-N-Out in AZ, which will also get 5-stars. I think Habit is just as good and better than more expensive but also solid Shake Shack. Staff is always friendly when I've been to the Gaithersburg location. Burger & fries are excellent here. My girlfriend agrees it's an excellent burger choice when we've visited this & Bowie locations before. Definitely will continue to return to Habit. Just wish there was a location convenient to me in western Anne Arundel County. My closest is in Riverdale Park (still about 15 miles from home) in a newer area, but fairly deep inside the beltway & going through congested College Park and never been to that location, although been in that center twice.

    This review is strictly off the food.*…read more I've never actually eaten in the restaurant or even gone inside. I have done curbside. Their food tastes very plain. I've had a regular burger and I did not care for it. Their Oreo milkshake literally tasted like milk. The only thing that tastes good, was the onion rings, but you can't really mess up onion rings. If you are looking for a good deal on food, I would say go here. They usually have a deal on the app or if you sign up for emails. However, if you are looking for a good burger, I would not recommend this place.

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    Habit Burger & Grill - 10.25.23

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    Habit Burger & Grill - Family pack of double charburgers and tempura green beans

    Family pack of double charburgers and tempura green beans

    Habit Burger & Grill - Shopping center (10.25.23)

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    Germantown Halal Meat & Grocery - Halal lamb patties

    Germantown Halal Meat & Grocery

    4.1(32 reviews)
    4.3 mi

    Germantown Halal Meat and Grocery is hands-down one of the best halal butchers in the area. The…read moreshop is always clean, well-organized, and welcoming, with a warm and friendly staff that's eager to help. They offer an impressive selection of halal meats, including organic chicken, lamb, and beef -- all of which are fresh, high-quality, and far superior in taste compared to the pre-packed options you'd find at chain grocery stores. We especially come here for lamb. The flavor is richer, and the cuts are handled with care. The staff will cut meat to order, which is a rare find these days. On several occasions, I've asked for specific cuts -- and Peter, one of their expert butchers, always delivers. He's not only skilled but also takes the time to understand exactly what you're looking for. Last time, I asked about beef ribs, and he literally brought out a whole side of beef and had me point to the section I wanted. That level of personal service is unmatched. Peter is a key reason we keep coming back. He knows how to prepare cuts for different cooking styles, including American-style BBQ. When he's there, I know I'll get exactly what I need for smoking -- especially brisket, which they keep fresh and trimmed just right for the smoker. On the rare occasion Peter isn't around, it's harder to get what I'm looking for, especially for specialty cuts. Unfortunately, you just can't get this kind of service at big box grocery stores anymore. Most of them no longer have skilled butchers on staff, and even simple requests -- like a whole lamb shoulder -- are met with a shrug. Everything comes pre-packaged in plastic, often frozen or cryovaced, with no flexibility or personal touch. If you care about quality meat, halal options, and personalized service, Germantown Halal Meat and Grocery is absolutely worth the visit. Ask for Peter -- and thank me later.

    Tried to buy locally here several years ago, despite the higher price to support South Asian small…read morebusiness. The South Asian male cutting & selling the goat meat sold me mostly bones. Thank you for your stinginess sir. I am guessing he reserves the mostly meat portions for his relatives, friends, & anyone he wants to impress. Thank goodness Costco soon started carrying cubed goat meat & bones that are Far more fair. The only drawback is making freezer room for 15 lbs lol

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    Germantown Halal Meat & Grocery - Halal Meat menu

    Halal Meat menu

    Germantown Halal Meat & Grocery - Seasoned beef

    Seasoned beef

    Germantown Halal Meat & Grocery - Market interior

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