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    True Food Kitchen

    4.3 (407 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Asian Wild-Caught Shrimp*, GF
    Emi V.

    Not sure if I came on an off day or not (slow Sunday evening), but the food took forever to make. It was as if they were doing a soft opening and was slow in the kitchen or didn't know how to make the food. The food quality was not there. The grass fed burger had a weird meat smell. My fries came out cold. My Asian wild shrimp dish came out salty. I was pretty disappointed in my experience and I've been to other True Food Kitchen locations before. The table next to me also complained that their food came out cold and not fresh. The waiter just apologized and that was it. She gave me the same reaction. Didn't offer to reheat or remake it, or a complimentary dessert or anything.

    Shrimp with black rice

    Service was excellent. Food was delicious. We sat outside and it was a lovely outdoor covered space. Would love to return again. The only thing I didn't enjoy was the spice cake. It was dense and somehow flavorless. That warmed chocolate chip cookie, though, was divine!

    Butternut squash soup
    Bill T.

    Second time here. Wifey and I did lunch, chicken sandwich with fries, butternut soup and jambalaya. Everything was awesome including our server Russell! Highly recommend for good clean eating.

    Marquita M.

    The service is spectacular! And the food is just icing on the cake. Everything came out hot and ready. Still has a great taste and flavorful considering it's all natural.

    The drink is named: Crimes of Passion!
    Dwayne H.

    This spot has excellent customer service and the wait staff is very polite and friendly. The food doesn't take long to come out @ all. But you need to know that this place is healthy eating; They have absolutely {{{NOTHING}}} fried in the whole bldg. So I ordered the grass fed cheese burger with cheesy mashed potatos. It was very delicious and well cooked. My wife ordered the gluten free lasagna with turkey sausage which she really enjoyed. Overall this restaurant is pretty good for healthy eating! We had the bomb waitress Alexa who was very professional, polite as well as knowledgeable about all the kitchen items; So ask for her if you come through... Also they have a lot of gluten free and vegan items as well!

    edamame dumplings & juniper rose drink!!
    Jessie T.

    One of my favorite restaurants to go to in Annapolis!! I normally get the edamame dumplings (so delish) and a kale salad. They are super friendly and accommodating to allergies and dietary restrictions! JImmy and Tristen are awesome servers, but honestly, anyone you get is a delight!! Highly recommend to anyone look to try something new!!

    Grass Grass-Fed Burger*

    Great experience at True Food Kitchen. The grass-fed burger and fries were flavorful and cooked perfectly. Russell provided attentive, friendly service that made everything smooth. The iced shakerato to go was a standout--refreshing and well-made. Would definitely come back.

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    Is the outdoor dining area heated?

    Based on another Yelper's review, the answer is yes.

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    RegionAle

    RegionAle

    4.5
    (69 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    I've been here several times, mostly during lunch, but I've also come in for dinner a couple of…read moretimes with my family. I've never had a long wait, either to order or for the food to come out, which is always appreciated. The staff has been consistently friendly, and the space itself is clean and well kept. High-top tables, good lighting, moderate noise level--everything feels in order whenever I'm there. Food-wise, Regional keeps things simple, and that's what I like about it. The Cubano sticks to the script and does it right. You really can't lose with it--good flavor, balanced, and just a solid sandwich overall. The smashburger is another no-frills win. Fresh beef, fresh ingredients, and everything complements each other without trying too hard. It's just done right. The cheesesteak isn't something I'd call a true Philly, but in a pinch it definitely holds you down. The meat is seasoned well, with onions, mushrooms, and cheese coming together for an enjoyable sandwich. I appreciate that Regional doesn't overcomplicate things. My only real critique was the roasted potato salad. I paid $3 for a cup, and while it tasted good, there was lettuce stuffed at the bottom to make it look fuller than it was. That rubbed me the wrong way, so I wouldn't order it again. Portion sizes overall are fair, prices feel reasonable, and I like that there's something for everyone on the menu. I've already been back multiple times and will continue to return. It's a good spot when you want to get away from all the fast-food options in the area.

    People if you enjoy great burgers and sandwiches this place is a MUST! The smash burger is simply…read moreamazing! My granddaughter is plain Jane but she had a smash burger with curly fries. It's large so she generally eats half at a time. Her leftovers are in the photo below. I had then Philly Mushroom today and I ate the entire thing! Yes, I overdid it Big Time! My side was the potato salad. It's actually red potato salad with the right amount of sweetness and not drowned in mayo! In fact it seems like a ground mustard aioli. I'm not sure but it's really good. They now have chicken wings with a variety of sauces to choose from. Of course I had to order smash burgers for my family at home. Do yourself a favor and try Region Ale if you haven't.

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    Preserve

    4.3
    (507 reviews)
    2.7 mi
    $$

    We had a really nice dinner here…read more We tried the mushroom appetizer and the old bay pierogies both were really good. The ribeye steak was fantastic and the sauce complimented it really well. For drinks we had the rum and gin. The gin drink was fruity and my favorite out of the two. The desserts I would give probably 3-ish stars. We had the almond cake and it didn't have much of a taste and the whip cream that came on the side must have been accidentally mixed with something that had processed onions because it had a really strong onion aftertaste. Our waiter was really nice and gave really good recommendations. Overall it was a great experience and we will be back to try out their lunch

    We had made a reservation here for a Sunday brunch at 11. It wasn't overly busy when we came. This…read moreis in downtown Annapolis so there's some street parking around. Bright and open inside with friendly service. We ordered a handful of mimosas and got a couple of small bites to share. Sourdough Foccaccia - this was pretty good, warm and toasted. Pork Bites - I loved the flavor but thought this was pork belly and not ground pork. Overall, flavor was good but the texture wasn't great. Crispy Kale - this is very popular here and we really enjoyed it. The cumin yogurt really brought it together. Pickled Squid - Not what we expected but I actually really liked this dish. We did also order the Coconut Panna Cotta for dessert. The raspberry was pretty prominent here and wasn't as custard like as expected, just a little too soft but the flavor otherwise wasn't bad. Overall, everything was pretty good and I would visit again to try other items on their menu.

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    Full On Craft Eats & Drinks

    Full On Craft Eats & Drinks

    4.8
    (248 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    Girls' day turned girl evening and rightfully so. Netflix and chill with a house full of ladies…read more When the stomach started to growl it was easy for the token private chef friend to make the easiest and best recommendation. Full On Craft Eats. The Toast online ordering system was easy to navigate and adorned with pictures of every menu item. I could not get past the onion rings on the starter menu hoping they would taste as good as they looked. My friend offered to split the Slammin Salmon sandwich and onion rings since she has had it before and never finished the entire thing. I took her up on it and the order was placed. A quick ask for mom to grab it on the way home and the food made its way back quickly. WOW is all I can say. When you order food to go there is a level of expectation that it will not be as good as it is at the restaurant, especially fries and onion rings. But in this instance WOW. Talk about food that travels well. Fourteen minutes away and the food was still warm, the onion rings were so crisp, and the garlic and dill aioli and onion ring sauce were just right. The Slammin Salmon was served on ciabatta bread that was not too soft not too hard, with salmon cooked perfectly. The lemon dill aioli was a game changer so much that my friend's advice to order extra was well received and committed to memory. The onion rings lived up to the hype, cooked perfectly with a crust I cannot even explain. The kind you bite into without losing the entire onion from the breading. Dip it into the sauce and you have a match made in heaven. Half the sandwich was more than enough but the next day I would have loved some leftovers. Now for the extra razzle dazzle. I left to visit a friend in DC and sent him the menu, shared my experience and he was locked in to try. Online ordering was closed since they were closing at 10pm so I called as a last-ditch effort since the anticipation was already there. The nicest most warm individual answered ten minutes before closing and was more than happy to take my order. She even made sandwich recommendations. I quickly arrived at a shopping center that was easy to get in and out of. Walking in you immediately arrive at the counter and takeout area to your left with a nice bar area a short walk past on the right. The cooks and wait staff were having the best time using the 6/7 saying that was all over social media late last year. They were considerate when they noticed I was in the restaurant, but I assured them I loved their energy. I see why the food is so good because the energy shows it was made with great vibes and laughter all around. As I grabbed the bag to leave the hostess stopped me to add another fork and extra napkins since I would need them to add the pickled veggies on my sandwich. Such a nice touch. Thirty plus minutes to DC and the food still did not need to be reheated. The Mai Thai sandwich was a hit with flavors that married well and the onion rings delivered again. The Spicy Thai wings were good for wings but typical. They had a lot to compete with. Full On Craft Eats Annapolis, not to be confused with Rockville, is an experience you will want to repeat again and again. Good food fast that travels well (yes that is a thing). A great addition to any table worth gathering at. I did it twice in one day!!

    I can't even begin to describe what a great experience this was!…read more Service was amazing, got sat next to a cool couple that eats here regularly so they gave us the scoop on good eats, & the onion rings were literally trip best thing I've ever put in my mouth. 10/10 WILL BE COMING BACK!!!

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    Roast Beef and Horseradish with House-Made Chips
    Roast Beef and Horseradish with House-Made Chips
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    The Lodge Annapolis

    The Lodge Annapolis

    4.3
    (408 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$$

    I really like this new rebrand from the old Smashing Grapes. The interior was very dark and…read moreintimate. Our server Billy was attentive and kind. He let me know about the half off wine special and half off pasta Wednesday specials as well. We ordered the salmon with Brussels sprouts wild catch dish, crab dip, and the Cheseapeake pasta. The salmon was cooked perfectly. The pasta had a rich lobster cream sauce with plenty of lump crab meat and shrimp. The crab dip was flambéed table-side and it came with hot naan chips. I'll definitely be coming back to take advantage of their specials throughout the week. I'd recommend making reservations especially if the Naval academy is having any events. Don't forget to register with their rewards point system to earn and redeem points.

    Durant took great care of us on our first visit to The Lodge! Props to him first and foremost for…read moremaking my girlfriend and I feel special, talking us through the menu, being attentive, and friendly! The drinks were on point! Some of the best cocktails we've had in a while. We loved the Duck Fat Fries and the Crab Dip was immaculate as well as the French Onion Soup. Unfortunately, we did have to wait a while for our entrees, and after 40 or so minutes we decided to cancel due to other obligations but still ending the dining experience on a good note. Another minor issue was with the check at the end of the meal and the Titan Hospitality rewards program. My card was ran on our voided entrees and I corrected this I ended up losing my $10 Titan reward on the wrong check. I will say, the manager on duty did mention he would speak to corporate about reimbursing me. Overall, great atmosphere, good food, awesome drinks, and Durant really did do a great job. Looking forward to giving this place another try in the future!

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