02/20/26 5 Stars **…read more Wife and I were in Annapolis for a doctor's appointment, and afterwards she asked, "Where are you taking me for lunch?" I jumped on Yelp and started searching. I had heard about a seafood place in Severna Park, but I wasn't in the mood for seafood. That's when I came across Betty Lou's. As soon as I looked at the food photos, I knew that's where we were headed. It was about a 20 minute ride from Annapolis not bad at all. Betty Lou's is located in a shopping center. There were a few cars in the lot when we pulled up, but I wasn't sure if they were there for the restaurant or other businesses nearby. When we walked in, there was one person sitting at the bar. We asked if we could sit there, and the bartender (don't remember her name) was very pleasant and welcoming. She thanked us for coming in, and when I mentioned I found the place on Yelp, she explained that everything is made fresh to order. They have an excellent selection of craft drinks on the menu, the assortment of cocktails and wines that look very good. My wife ordered an iced tea, and I had the Jimmy Red Old Fashioned. The drink looked fantastic, and she took her time carefully measuring each ingredient. That's how cocktails are supposed to be made balanced and flavorful, not just tasting like straight liquor. If I wanted that, I'd just order bourbon neat. For lunch, my wife ordered the meatloaf with collard greens and roasted potatoes. I had already decided on the chicken pot pie after seeing it online. I did find it a little strange they don't offer mashed potatoes as a side with meatloaf, that would've made it a home run in my opinion. When the food arrived, everything looked excellent. The pot pie was larger than I expected compared to the pictures, and the meatloaf was a generous portion as well. After the first bite, I can honestly say it was one of the best chicken pot pies I've had loaded with tender chicken, carrots, onions, celery, and a rich, flavorful gravy. And the pastry crust? The BEST I've ever had. It was big enough that I had leftovers for dinner. My wife's meatloaf was tender and flavorful, and the collard greens were packed with flavor and cooked perfectly. The roasted potatoes were just okay again, mashed would've put it over the top but that's just personal preference. She also had plenty leftovers for dinner. The food was great, the décor was nicely done, and the service was excellent. If this place were closer to home, it would definitely be a regular spot for us. We need something like this down in Calvert County. Overall, if you're looking for a great meal and well-crafted drinks, Betty Lou's is absolutely worth the drive even if you live a little ways away.

This was a solid 5 star experience for us! Elevated comfort food at its finest! My Pasadena…read morefriend wanted to take my hubby and I out for dinner and suggested this place. She had been there for lunch and was quite impressed with it. We are always looking for new, small business type places to dine, so we certainly were game to try it. It's a normal store front in a strip mall, but upon entering, you are transported to a shabby chic sort of country vibe restaurant. My friend had made a reservation, however on a Wednesday night, I am sure we probably could have walked right in. There is a bar with drinks and the vibe is just really warm and cozy. Our waitress came over with water and specials on the menu. Definitely were not rushed in any way. We ordered a pork belly appetizer which was splendid! Really enjoyed it! Very flavorful and cooked correctly, something that a lot of places we go for pork belly seem to not be able to accomplish. All of us ordered something different. One of the other reasons my friend selected this restaurant is that my husband is a recently diagnosed no gluten kind of guy and Betty Lou's has a number of selections that are gluten free. He selected shrimp and grits, my friend got meatloaf and I had a gluten fried chicken. All of them along with the sides were magnificent! I had to have a to go box and I had the rest for lunch the next day. Hubby cleaned his plate and my friend has a very small appetite these days, so I am sure she is still eating on hers. The pricing for the quality and quantity of food I thought was fair. The ambience was really stellar and we were never rushed out. Our server was fantastic! Desserts sounded fantastic, but there was no room. I am really looking forward to going back down to try some other foods soon! Give this a try....it's a Pasadena gem!

Izzy is the absolute best! 11/10 recommend! Amazing food and drinks and such a good experience!…read moreAgain, request Izzy because he is the sweetest soul to exist!

This is a great neighborhood spot to eat and drink. Always fun taps, tasty cocktails, and great…read moreservice. The food is hearty and reliable, from burgers to shrimp and grits to friend chicken sandwiches. Definitely a comfortable and tasty restaurant.

Ok. I've been back many times since my first review. The service is always great here. Even at busy…read moretimes, I never have to wait for a table, the orders are right, and come out reasonably fast. Now the food. Always on point. I'm pretty simple, and they do simple well every time. The killer is the racetrack soup. It's an amazing beef base soup, that's not overly fancy. I always get at least a bowl, if not a bowl plus a take home bowl. Johnny's is on my regular rotation of diners in Pasadena for sure!!!

This was our second time visiting Johnny's. I didn't take pictures of the first time because we…read morewere at the sour beef and dumplings night that another Yelper was unhappy with and the friend we were with got the last order of that dish, so I do understand her unhappiness because my friend quite enjoyed the dish. Funny thing is the night they offered that, I had made it for my husband and he had the leftovers for his lunch, so he opted for a salad that night. In the restaurants defense, as someone that makes the dish, it takes some space to marinate the meat for a few days and maybe that's the problem....but honestly I tasted the gravy on her dish and it was great, so I understand her disappointment and maybe Jimmy's needs to reevaluate having that or finding a way to accommodate other diners. So we went for breakfast on a Sunday morning. We are always looking for places to eat on the weekends, and there are just not enough breakfast places in the area. We walked in at around 8 and they still weren't real busy. We got a nice booth and were served coffee and our server got our order pretty quick. Johnny's is diner like, so everything is on your table ready to go....and what I really liked is that I didn't have to ask anyone to get a Tabasco sauce for me. It was already on the table! Both my husband and I ordered sausage and swiss omelettes. They both came out cooked done and hot with just the right about of cheese. I know a lot of places we go seem to be skimping on that, but we want to taste it in our bite and we did! Our server refilled our coffee and was very pleasant. There is nothing like the hometown vibe that are in small restaurants and this one is no exception.

Note: They add a 3% fee to use card. Our bisque was full…read moreof lobster. It was smooth with a hint of sherry. Thursday oyster special was very good at $16. GREAT iced tea that was freshly brewed. And Leslie my server was attentive and accurate. I will be back !!

Great Irish pub and restaurant. Decor and menu is authentic and fun. Service was good as well…read more The Jameson steak tips were cooked exactly yo my request and tasted great. My one critique would be the mashed potatoes were bland and there was no salt on the table. My wife had fish and chips and she loved it. After dinner we were able to hang out in the bar and listen to live music which was very fun. Overall a good experience and we'll be back again.

Great menu options for families, good service and reasonable prices. The server was quick, and she…read morewas very accommodating. Would recommend

Food and service is good. People are really nice. Drinks are good also and would go thereread more

Service, menu and taste were All on point…read more I had Kitchen counter seating and it was comfortable. Really cool to see how the operation works and the cook really had his act together. A true professional. The people who assisted the cook performed like a well oiled machine. The Owner is fully involved and has a nice personality. Given the menu is pretty varied, and that the service is good and the food is good, I highly recommend this place. Bonus: Daily Dinnet Specials. I will return.

Had the Turkey dinner here with mashed potatoes and stuffing and it was so good! Nice portion sizes…read moretoo. Nice diner atmosphere and pleasant staff.

Willy's is a small restaurant that has great farm to table food. The food is great! I had the two…read moreegg special with maple sausage. The sausage is amazing! The maple flavor actually bursts out of the sausage. I enjoyed the homemade home fries and the rye toast was excellent. We will be back to Willy's.

I don't write reviews lightly, but what happened at Willy's has crossed every line of safety,…read moreprofessionalism, and basic human decency. My fiancé and I have supported this local spot for years. It used to be a reliable go-to. But over time, something shifted--and now I know exactly what it is: the cook, Laura. On 11/28, I ordered steak and eggs. What I was served was not just unappetizing--it was dangerous. The steak smelled rancid, oozed a grayish liquid, and had visible discoloration. We flagged it immediately. Today, we returned to follow up and were horrified to learn that Laura had been explicitly told not to use those steaks because they were spoiled--and she served them anyway. Let that sink in. Why wasn't the meat discarded? Why did she knowingly serve it? Is she untrained, negligent, or something worse? And more importantly--why is she still employed? This isn't an isolated incident. Months ago, I stopped in for a quick lunch and became violently ill within the hour. I had to pull over to vomit and missed an important business meeting. I suspected something was off then, and from that point on, I would call ahead to make sure Laura wasn't cooking. Recently, I gave her the benefit of the doubt. That was a mistake. There's a level of disregard here that feels personal. When I asked to speak with her after learning about the spoiled meat, the staff refused and smirked like it was a joke. It's not. This could have led to hospitalization--or worse. This is a public health issue. Laura's actions were reckless, and the restaurant's failure to act is inexcusable. I'm mortified, furious, and deeply disappointed. Willy's was once a place I proudly supported. Now, I wouldn't recommend it to anyone. Until there's accountability, I won't be back--and I urge others to think twice before risking their health here.

Another year, another 5-star review!…read more Johnathan yet again was the gem at the bar! Great service, drinks how we like them, and food worth another visit! Love this place!

Julep is a favorite of my family. We love to take friends here since we can always find seating…read morequickly and our food delivered with little wait. Most of their proteins are smoked meats so they have lots of yummy options for those that like southern comfort. We've been here loads of times and have never had anything we didn't enjoy. Most often we are too full to have dessert although we always try to leave room. I ordered a 1/2 rack! My husband was surprised by the portions. I always order their hush puppies (they come with a yummy honey butter). Their cream of crab comes with lumps of crab in their portions. Though we didn't get it this time, we've been known to enjoy their fried green tomatoes, shrimp and grits, chili (comes with brisket chunks in it), and blackberry chicken. Great place for families or gatherings of friends.

This is my second visit to Adam's tap house and I was delightfully impressed. Service was…read moreimpeccable and everyone was really thoughtful. We were sat immediately and given a variety of breads including a delicious cornbread and rolls. Our server who was also the host was very friendly and gave a lot of great recommendations. Today we got to try the fried pepperoncinis and they were excellent. They gave you a really large portion with a great dipping sauce. My husband and I also split the chicken and ribs dinner and it was a perfect amount of food for two people. Without asking, they split the meal up into including our salad. The chicken was very tender and had a great flavor. I also really like the ribs. I really enjoyed my entire experience and look forward to returning in the future and trying more things for their menu, including their delicious looking desserts!

Stopped by for lunch one day and sat in the bar area as I was eating alone. Jen came out of the bar…read moreand took my drink and food order and I asked about the pastrami. I am very picky with pastrami as a NYer....she ensured me that it was really good but not stacked as high as Katz's....but also, half the price I said, why not? I have missed eating a good pastrami sandwich since relocating here and now, I found a place to quench my urge for it. The pastrami was not dry or overly salty, very tender, moist...add a glop of mustard and I was in business. I normally order the ribs here or the pulled pork but I have a new favorite now.

I have not had a meal at Two Rivers steakhouse in probably a year and a half. My wife and I used to…read morego there often when they first opened. But honestly, we thought it became too expensive over the years (maybe I'm just getting old). With that said, I sat at the bar (service was excellent), and ordered the 16 ounce prime rib, $55, with a Caesar salad and sweet potato, and mozzarella cheese sticks to start (~$10). I ordered a tea to drink, but requested a beer (~$8)with the steak. Total bill was ~$80. The prime rib was ordered and delivered medium rare, and was by far one of the best steaks I've had in probably three years. It honestly could've been cut with just the fork, no knife required, and was well seasoned. The sweet potato mash was well seasoned, without being over seasoned. And the Caesar salad was super crisp, and I happen to like creamy Caesar dressing. The mozzarella cheese sticks look like they're hand dipped (not sure) and very good. And delivered with extra marinara per request. The bartender even remembered to pour the Sam's seasonal beer (winter something, it was not the typical winter lager which i like as well) when the steak was delivered. I did not have to ask. That was really nice. Also, I did not have to ask for a refill on the tea, it just magically appeared. Plus, the appetizer, the salad, and the steak, we're all delivered at the right timing intervals. I did not feel rushed, nor do I have to wait. So, was it expensive? Maybe a little bit. But the service made up for it, and that's all the difference.

The food is average at best chicken Chesapeake was dry and tasteless. Ahi Tuna was premade and…read morecold. We hope for the best but surely disappointed. highly prices and on top they added a 3% credit card charge.