“I heard about Levain and was in the Bethesda area, so I had to make a stop. As soon as you walk in, you’re hit was amazing smells of baked goods and fresh coffee. The options are simple and straightforward. The staff was all business; get you in and get you out - order and move out of the way.I tried four different cookies. Were they worth the hype? Yes! Absolutely! Maybe some of the best cookies I’ve ever had. At $5 a piece, they’re expensive but worth the cost. I will definitely visit again when in town and look forward to trying other options and flavors. Thanks.“
“It was the best coffee experience. Barista was well educated and he was able to answer questions about the coffee they have. Cortado has various flavor comes from Sumatra espresso and their brew coffee (it was Ethiopia) was the best brew coffee ever.“
“A great spot to get some work done, nice atmosphere, even in a busy weekend morning. Good seating options including an enclosed and heated outdoor patio. We had lattes, a cinnamon roll, and the avocado toast, all very good. I will absolutely be back!“
“Definitely try the Hazelnut Crackle ice cream – it's a winner. The folks working there are pretty friendly. Heads up though, even though pour over coffee is listed on the menu, they said they don't actually serve it. Ended up with a Decaf Americano instead, and honestly, it was pretty terrible.“
“I recently stopped by La Colombe Coffee Roasters in Bethesda, and it was an absolute delight. The aroma of freshly roasted coffee beans filled the air, creating a cozy atmosphere. The baristas were friendly and knowledgeable, and the coffee they served was simply exceptional. I highly recommend trying their specialty blends for a truly memorable coffee experience.Parking: It depends at what time you willvisit this place“
“I made reservations ahead of time for Valentine's Day and we were immediately seated. We ordered the pizza del campo, ravioles 4 quesos, rigatoni frank sinatra and the fettuccine alla bolognese. The service and atmosphere were excellent. The only comment I have is that the sausage was missing from our pizza. Otherwise, I'd recommend La Panetteria to anyone looking for good Italian food!“
“This place was a very pleasant surprise. It had a very modern city feel, but very high quality food and drink that felt more like a fancy local cafe. Wait staff was friendly. The space is a bit crowded as you are competing for a seat with an army of laptops slow sipping their cappuccino (which was also great by the way).“
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“It is difficult to find stores that sell good loose leaf tea, and I was pretty happy to find this one at Westfield Montgomery Mall...I'm a fan of Assam and Japanese green teas (among many other types) and this store located on the second floor of the mall (near Starbucks) has a very good plain loose leaf Assam tea (as well as many flavored varieties). The Assam is very pricey, however, at 4 oz for around $23. So I go here only if I have a tea emergency. )Otherwise I order most of my tea online from TeaSource). I like that this store always has yummy samples to try at the front and exudes a cheerful, bright vibe...the associates are also always helpful and friendly.“
“I can't give 5 stars to a place that charges $10 for a Gelato, but I guess EVERY business gouges in Bethesda. Nonetheless, once you go to the bank and get a HELOC to pay for your Gelato, it it some of the best Gelato I've had, and I've been to Italy. Rich, creamy, flavorful, fresh, and Hugh quality are some adjectives to describe the Gelato. Definitely recommend.“
“Absolutely LOVED our visit to this lovely little whole in the wall. Our food was delicious and made with fresh ingredients. The service was super fast. The man that made our food was incredible kind and we enjoyed chatting with him. We will definitely be back and I can not wait to try something new on our next visit! :^)“
“Amazing experience. I received a nice, warm “good morning,” greeting from the young lady (Anaya?) . She went above and beyond to help me select my chocolates (gifts). She was a step a head of me in packaging my goods for my mile long walk. Thank you so much! I’ll return when I visit Bethesda again.“
“If you have a Nespresso machine, either the original or the Virtuo model, this place is for you. They have a select set of flavors you can sample in the store. There's almost never a wait when I go there. And they have all the flavors available. You can also buy machines and other accessories. It links up with your rewards account in store as well as online“
“The store is clean and organized when first walking in. The atmosphere is great with some people talking and other people doing their own thing. The staff is kind and caring when taking and handing your order. I recommend the spicy tuna!Dietary restrictions: There are food allergy signs on the table that let you know what’s in their products.Parking: On a busier day there is not much close parking, but you can park nearby for less than a 5 minute walk.Kid-friendliness: There are relaxing couches for kids and adults to sit on. There are tables that allow for a work friendly environment.“
“The manager and staff were very friendly and approached me as they came into the store. I wanted a new blend of coffee that I had not tried before and they were very responsive. All went well and the transaction was completed and I'm very happy with my choice of coffee which was out of the ordinary and I had a ground which they offered to do for me and I accepted that. I use a French press and they grounded for my French press coffee maker.“
“Since my spouse worked at Clyde's, her father has always enjoyed the Quartermaine Clyde's blend. Without fail- we pickup 2 lbs of Clyde's Blend to send him every year, and the staff generously provides a free small coffee while we wait for them to bag the beans.“
“It's always my top go-to spot for a quick and satisfying meal. Whether it's their iconic Big Mac or a simple order of fries, the food always hits the spots. The convenient drive -thru and friendly service make it a reliable choice when I'm on the go. Can't best the taste and convenience!Parking: It depends at what time you visit there. Or go-thru is also good.“
“I was recommended this location by a friend who tried CYM and I loved it! The little deli (food truck) was near my house and was a pretty quick trip. The ordering process was seamless. I ordered online and picked up my order right the window. I got a Sun City Bagel which featured cheddar, eggs, and bacon! The food was HOTTTT and fresh... literally to die for! It stayed warm even an hour later when I finished my nail appointment that I was heading too! Also the branding and location is just aesthetic! Even though this is a food truck location, they did have a few parking spots which was easy enough to just park and get out grab my food and go! Good food + aesthetic location = happy Cindy“