The venue was perfect for our purposes: a group of long-ago highschool buddies catching up. It was hip, comfy and very not crowded. The happy hour made it a great value. The happy hour menu was basic finger food (a veggie option would help) and fine in that regard, but the food itself could've been better. It's new so give it a shot and hopefully the food will improve. The staff was terrific. There is a generous outdoor area as well.
SHirley
Randomly selected Corella Cafe & Lounge for drinks and a light dinner with a friend. I wanted something special and “they delivered”. We arrived during “happy hour and immediately settled into the ambience which is bright, open and welcoming. The lounge is truly first class. We were driving so we limited ourselves to their wonderful wine list. Wish I was not driving. Our dinner selection was a wonderful soup and we shared three starters. We didn't finish the starters because the portions were filling. The price paid reflected the spent, excellent wine and quality dishes as well as the warm and classy services received. Corella Cafe and Lounge is truly a place to enjoy. I look forward to going back.
Myisha Thompson
My husband and I went to this restaurant after a long day. We put in our order over the phone and the order was read back to us for verification. Once we arrived at the restaurant we were given the news that they were out of crab so I couldn’t get my soup. No worries, I put in an order for chicken wings. We had already ordered two orders, so my add on made it a total of 3. Well when we get back to our room we realized we only had one order of wings and not 3. My husband went back to the restaurant after having called to advise of the error. When he arrived they only had 1 order waiting for him. They advised my husband they only received an order for 2 wings, not 3. So what happened to the order for not having the soup? Then my husband was advised that he was not charged for the 3rd order, no problem, we still would like the wings. They refused to make them because their kitchen was about to close. POOR. CUSTOMER SERVICE!!!!
Kate Hudson
Would have gave it 5 stars because the meal was good and the ambience very nice, however upon leaving my evening was ruined. Very rude front desk staffer named “Glory” who looked dirty, homeless and disheveled, told me I was loitering and asked me to leave after I was quietly sitting adjacent to the hotel lobby, after having dinner at Corella Cafe, waiting for my car after using the restroom. Won’t be returning.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 5
M Usman Habib
Staff are consistently described as friendly, attentive, and exceptional
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
S H (Cheecahoo)
Nice and convenient breakfast place, that belongs to our hotel stay in the AC Marriott Bethesda - good frittata
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Shelley Chasen
Bianca is one of the best servers I have had anywhere. With my family, I went to Corella Cafe and Lounge last evening one and one half weeks after a full knee replacement. It was my first outing. Bianca was extremely helpful and kind which was most appreciated in the circumstances. She served us beautifully allowing us to take ample time to make our decisions and relax for a couple of hours. I cannot rave enough about what a fine person as well as employee she is. Everyone in our party is in agreement about that.
Cherron Lampkins
I have never written a review for Corella but I can’t hold back any longer. I have never had good service here. I stay at the hotel often, sometimes 3 nights a week. After work, eating at the restaurant is just convenient. I’m always so patient but i am ignored every single time I go. I have complained. I have been given excuses. The lil manager just shrugs me off. Repeat. The food here is amazing. The runner that brings my food out is usually the best service I receive. Glass is always empty, I’m never checked on, I always have to find someone to even give me service, and then I have to find someone to give me my check. It’s frustrating. As a loyal, Titanium member of the hotel, I’d just expect better service all around. You can’t beat the ambiance of the restaurant but the service is often absolutely terrible.
Lillian Baer
Great service, good steak dinner, nice red blend wine
jenny
Bianca was very pleasant but the bartenders we less so. Food was mediocre as the charcuterie was a bad selection and wings were dry
The resturant looks amazing the food not so good the Belgian waffle i got is dry looks like it's Avieta Belgian Pearl Sugar Waffles that u can guy on Amazon the greek omelet no flavor and got to me cold the server wasn't nice my kids was playing with the utensils and there not being noisy or disturbing anyone then the server scolded at them and grab the utensils me and my family will not going back to this place.
Candace
I was looking forward to trying this spot with such a nice lounge-- the entrees we ordered were quite underwhelming, lacked flavor and assembly. I ordered one of the salads that looked like everything was just piled on top and looked very raw; the cheese and apples were cut so big and were not tossed, the chicken was bland and not even hot. My friend got the quarter chicken entree and that as well was not cooked well with much flavor and was also not hot, we nibbled on the veggies which were just ok. I switched my salad for the fries and the meatballs which was mentioned to be popular by our server but that too was also disappointing- the meatballs were not seasoned well and the sauce wasn't very original. This place may be better for a drink at the bar, or perhaps there breakfast with the bakery. The staff were pleasant though.
Terri Wolfe
Great stop for dinner & drinks!!! Enjoyed my evening out with my best friend!! Lavendar Clouds the drink was great!!! Black Rose was also a fabulous drink!! Can't wait to go back!!
John Talks Too Much
Perfect for an easy evening dinner. We didn't have anything special planned and we're just walking around the area adjacent to our hotel and found this wonderful restaurant. Everything was tasty and satisfying. Good value!
Cristal Gamez
I recommend for dinner - lunch not so much.
We had both lunch and dinner here as we were staying at the attached hotel. Lunch was ok, nothing outstanding but dinner was a great! The steak was tender and had a great flavor! Our server was a delight and was attentive to our drinks. The atmosphere is great to attend in a group setting and zero pressure to finish our meal or drinks. Overall it was a good experience!
The venue was perfect for our purposes: a group of long-ago highschool buddies catching up. It was hip, comfy and very not crowded. The happy hour made it a great value. The happy hour menu was basic finger food (a veggie option would help) and fine in that regard, but the food itself could've been better. It's new so give it a shot and hopefully the food will improve. The staff was terrific. There is a generous outdoor area as well.
Randomly selected Corella Cafe & Lounge for drinks and a light dinner with a friend. I wanted something special and “they delivered”. We arrived during “happy hour and immediately settled into the ambience which is bright, open and welcoming. The lounge is truly first class. We were driving so we limited ourselves to their wonderful wine list. Wish I was not driving. Our dinner selection was a wonderful soup and we shared three starters. We didn't finish the starters because the portions were filling. The price paid reflected the spent, excellent wine and quality dishes as well as the warm and classy services received. Corella Cafe and Lounge is truly a place to enjoy. I look forward to going back.
My husband and I went to this restaurant after a long day. We put in our order over the phone and the order was read back to us for verification. Once we arrived at the restaurant we were given the news that they were out of crab so I couldn’t get my soup. No worries, I put in an order for chicken wings. We had already ordered two orders, so my add on made it a total of 3. Well when we get back to our room we realized we only had one order of wings and not 3. My husband went back to the restaurant after having called to advise of the error. When he arrived they only had 1 order waiting for him. They advised my husband they only received an order for 2 wings, not 3. So what happened to the order for not having the soup? Then my husband was advised that he was not charged for the 3rd order, no problem, we still would like the wings. They refused to make them because their kitchen was about to close. POOR. CUSTOMER SERVICE!!!!
Would have gave it 5 stars because the meal was good and the ambience very nice, however upon leaving my evening was ruined. Very rude front desk staffer named “Glory” who looked dirty, homeless and disheveled, told me I was loitering and asked me to leave after I was quietly sitting adjacent to the hotel lobby, after having dinner at Corella Cafe, waiting for my car after using the restroom. Won’t be returning.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 5
Staff are consistently described as friendly, attentive, and exceptional
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice and convenient breakfast place, that belongs to our hotel stay in the AC Marriott Bethesda - good frittata
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Bianca is one of the best servers I have had anywhere. With my family, I went to Corella Cafe and Lounge last evening one and one half weeks after a full knee replacement. It was my first outing. Bianca was extremely helpful and kind which was most appreciated in the circumstances. She served us beautifully allowing us to take ample time to make our decisions and relax for a couple of hours. I cannot rave enough about what a fine person as well as employee she is. Everyone in our party is in agreement about that.
I have never written a review for Corella but I can’t hold back any longer. I have never had good service here. I stay at the hotel often, sometimes 3 nights a week. After work, eating at the restaurant is just convenient. I’m always so patient but i am ignored every single time I go. I have complained. I have been given excuses. The lil manager just shrugs me off. Repeat.
The food here is amazing. The runner that brings my food out is usually the best service I receive. Glass is always empty, I’m never checked on, I always have to find someone to even give me service, and then I have to find someone to give me my check. It’s frustrating. As a loyal, Titanium member of the hotel, I’d just expect better service all around. You can’t beat the ambiance of the restaurant but the service is often absolutely terrible.
Great service, good steak dinner, nice red blend wine
Bianca was very pleasant but the bartenders we less so. Food was mediocre as the charcuterie was a bad selection and wings were dry
Restaurantji Recommends
The resturant looks amazing the food not so good the Belgian waffle i got is dry looks like it's Avieta Belgian Pearl Sugar Waffles that u can guy on Amazon the greek omelet no flavor and got to me cold the server wasn't nice my kids was playing with the utensils and there not being noisy or disturbing anyone then the server scolded at them and grab the utensils me and my family will not going back to this place.
I was looking forward to trying this spot with such a nice lounge-- the entrees we ordered were quite underwhelming, lacked flavor and assembly. I ordered one of the salads that looked like everything was just piled on top and looked very raw; the cheese and apples were cut so big and were not tossed, the chicken was bland and not even hot. My friend got the quarter chicken entree and that as well was not cooked well with much flavor and was also not hot, we nibbled on the veggies which were just ok. I switched my salad for the fries and the meatballs which was mentioned to be popular by our server but that too was also disappointing- the meatballs were not seasoned well and the sauce wasn't very original. This place may be better for a drink at the bar, or perhaps there breakfast with the bakery. The staff were pleasant though.
Great stop for dinner & drinks!!! Enjoyed my evening out with my best friend!!
Lavendar Clouds the drink was great!!!
Black Rose was also a fabulous drink!! Can't wait to go back!!
Perfect for an easy evening dinner. We didn't have anything special planned and we're just walking around the area adjacent to our hotel and found this wonderful restaurant. Everything was tasty and satisfying. Good value!
I recommend for dinner - lunch not so much.
We had both lunch and dinner here as we were staying at the attached hotel. Lunch was ok, nothing outstanding but dinner was a great! The steak was tender and had a great flavor! Our server was a delight and was attentive to our drinks. The atmosphere is great to attend in a group setting and zero pressure to finish our meal or drinks. Overall it was a good experience!
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