“Love, love this place. I love that's its black owned and they're representing for PG County. And the smoothies and vegan milkshakes are so good. And those patties. I would eat them everyday if I could.Dietary restrictions: Dairy free options“
“Possibly the best food I’ve ever had in the DMV meets incredible service. They didn’t have the dessert we wanted, so they comped us the one we chose instead. Also, as someone who is sensitive to gluten, dairy, corn, and peanuts, eating out is often extremely tricky and limited, but I was able to choose from maybe 70% of their menu, which is super impressive. Great spot if you have dietary restrictions and want a lot of options.Just a note, you definitely want a reservation. This place is busy for a reason!Dietary restrictions: Gluten-, dairy-, and nut-containing options are clearly labeled. Ask about other restrictions if you have them.“
“On a recent work trip to DC we were looking for pre-event fuel. Smoothies are the perfect snack to leave you feeling full but with the pep in your step you need to host an event. We all opted for the Blue Mystique which has banana, spirulina, banana, pineapple and mango. I added protein to mine and it was tropical, refreshing and delicious. They offer toasts, bowls, juices, smoothies and coffee. This seems like a great grab and go healthy option if you're in the area, and there are quite a few of these around town. Parking is a bit tricky in this area but thankfully we were a group so we hopped out of the car to order with ease.“
“Met friends here for lunch. With 6 of us, we had to be creative for seating. Indoors works for parties of 2, and outside are three tables for 4 people. Staff was super helpful making accommodations for an allergy in our group and personally delivering our food which provided confidence. I got a GF Breakfast Wrap, which was delicious and filling. Tasted the broccoli soup - love that the broccoli was whole - and sampled a muffin and energy ball. Everything was delicious. My friend got the burger, and was a little disappointed at the small size. But otherwise everyone was very happy. Nice outdoor seating area, tucked in the alley so it's a bit quieter. Bathroom was clean, and filtered water available at a self serve area. I'd be here all the time if I was a local! Really appreciate vegan food made from scratch that is healthy and not greasy.“
“I enjoyed the food and coffee, I bought me a detox pack of juices to get my detox started. Everything about this place is customer service friendly and great prices and quality food. Every time I visit this part of Virginia I have my go to spot zen press does the body good!!!“
“Delicious food and great service. Rosie went above and beyond to make my meal perfect. When I accidentally left something in there and walked out, she came out of the building and caught my attention down the block. You can tell she really cares about her customers. I will be back!“
“Finding Lulu’s was one of the best parts of our great vacation. Sakiynah and the nice gentleman at the door were incredibly hospitable, kind, and accommodating. The beverages, retail, and patio are A1. Everything is very clean. Definitely a little corner of heaven in DC. We can’t wait to visit Lulu’s the next time we’re in DC! Thank you Lulus!“
“I love this place is very friendly and. Clean the customers service is amazing the dessert is the best test and the flavor I lover everything this place I recommend everyone can came trying the delicious Sweet Lemon Cafe ❤️❤️❤️❤️“
“I thought the food and generally the service was excellent, couple of things that I would have expected from a Michelin rated restaurant would be that they would have scraped off the table, remove the wine glass that you weren't using, and then turned over the table faster. Dirty plates stayed on the table for quite some time. Friendliness was never an issue but having over 60% empty tables at 6:30 on a Friday night seems a bit off. Recommend the Filet!“
“Claudia and her team over at the Logan store are amazing! My partner and I come here specifically to this one after we leave the gym because the folks are so personable and kind and they know what we before we even ask! They go above and beyond to make sure we have what we need to fuel back up after a hard workout session. It also is amazing to walk in and see tu familia and people that look like you. Thank you Claudia, yall are the best!“
“A small sandwich and smoothie shop that has fresh food and great values. My Classic BLT ($12.99) was huge and also had onions, cucumbers and lots of avocado. My Manapple Smoothie was nice and thick and refreshing. Located across the street from the Farragut West Metro.“
“Whenever my significant other and I want to get acai bowls, we always find ourselves coming to this business. The first time I went here, I didn't know what to expect. I knew acai was good for you but I wasn't sure if it would taste good. I was pleasantly surprised. I have not had a bowl that I did not like. Even more so, I did not find out until recently that they had a skin care line. I absolutely adore skincare products so the fact they had specific items to help with skincare from the inside out got me ecstatic. The location is a small permanent stand in the union market area. There are a multitude of other businesses in the complex. It does tend to get a little crowded in the area during busy hours. If you are not a fan of crowds, I would highly suggest going during slow times and days because it can be very overwhelming. There is a decent amount of parking but because there are some many people that frequent the area, I personally do not feel there are enough spots. I know there is an underground parking garage but you will have to pay for that. That being said, I absolutely love everything about the food and the vibes and will find myself coming here for quite some time.“
“My girls and I had brunch there. We all enjoyed the food. The kimchi rice was absolutely delicious!The space is small but clean and comfortable. It is helpful to ask directions at the front desk since you take an elevator to get there. Totally worth your time.“
“I’ve been coming to the Union Market location for about a year mainly for breakfast most weekends and I keep returning. Why? Excellent food and drinks, strong coffee, outstanding service and a very nice ambiance. Luckily it’s across the street from my apartment building.Parking: There is a garage parking option a block away that is free for 3 hours, otherwise there's paid street parking available. Difficult to find street parking during busy times of the day. Easy in the mornings.Wheelchair accessibility: Street to restaurant access is easily accessible by wheelchairs with no steps involved. Front door is double wide; however, need to open manually. Staff will happily help open the doors.“
“A cozy little cafe that offers the perfect respite from the cold outside. The owner is incredibly kind and friendly, and the food is delicious! Wish I got to try more of the traditional Ethiopian selections on the menu, but all the more reason to go back ☺️“
“Delicious breakfast blt and pastries. Generously sized blt. Excellent, speedy service. Great atmosphere for a quick bite or to study. The sweeter, more elaborate coffee options and horchata looked very tempting. I'll have to try them next time.“
“Isaiah provided exceptional assistance, answering all my inquiries about their açaí bowls with great detail. It's clear that not every açaí bowl shares the same quality, especially when it comes to the base. The recipe he shared resonated with my taste preferences perfectly. It was utterly fantastic! ?“
“Great healthy food here. The prices are a bit steep so it's more of a treat than a daily routine. The overnight oats were delicious, and the avocado toast was that plus a work of art! The dining area is bright and cheery, but you'll be just as happy taking an order to go.“
“I visited Relish Market the other day to restock my sea moss that the owner sold me on. I can’t really explain the benefits that I have experienced from taking it other than I feel better! Glad I took the leap and bought it! My absolute fav food product is the Pepperly Crunch! Go get it but save me one! The cakes are so good I ate it in the car! Haha“
“I stopped by recently and was helped by Margarita. She gave me the best experience! She walked me through the menu, explained her favorites, and taught me how to make a rewards account! I ordered the Strawberry Passion smoothie and it was amazing! I highly recommend South Block Old Town and make sure you say hi to Margarita. Bill W.“
“I tried their (smoothie) sky shake and it was probably the best bubble tea flavor I’ve ever had. I was curious about the flavor since blue isn’t a common color for drinks and they described it as “blue matcha with coconut.” I personally don’t enjoy the flavor of coconut but this didn’t have a coconut flavor to it. It was subtly sweet and creamy. The tapioca pearls were not as dense as I would have liked them to be but that may just be my preference. The price was about $10 for a cup so it was a bit steep but it could be due to the location. Overall, I would suggest giving the sky shake a shot!“
“I am absolutely ADDICTED to this juice and the smoothies. I've been working my way through the menu, and after a workout, I try to run right over! Everyone just go and order one of everything. The drinks taste fresh and perfect. And the price is spot on! I walk away with 2-3 juices or smoothies every time.“
“I've been to this establishment a few times. They are always friendly. Any question I asked was answered. I ordered a Green Detox and a Caesar salad today. Was made prompt to order and very fresh and tasty. They are very welcoming and nice.Parking: Was able to park directly in front of the store.“
“I came here after an easy afternoon of work with a friend, and the coffee was lovely. The restaurant is a little cramped, but I chalk that up to it being a rainy day--it looked like a lovely outdoor space. The sandwiches are pretty pricey for what you get, but overall, it was a nice experience.“
“Really tasty quesadillas and tacos! Sauces are also delish; nice heat on the hot sauce. A very, very nice server brought everything over and checked on us a few times. It’s nice to support a family owned business. We will definitely be back, and next time we’ll try the birria tacos!“
“I ordered the special of honey harissa steak bowl! This was my first time coming to Taim, and I really enjoyed the service! The staff were incredibly friendly - much friendlier than I was expecting for ordering from kiosks. For that I'm giving them 4 stars :). As for the food, I ordered a takeaway after joining their membership rewards for 50% off, and I wasn't blown away, but it was decent mediterranean food. Definitely comparable to other mediterranean chains like cava. One thing that really disappointed me was the rice. I think they had given me the bottom of the rice cooker because it was crunchy and dehydrated ):. The honey steak though was really good. Will I go back? Maybe if I'm in the area, but not a place I'm dying to return to. Seriously though, their smiles brought a smile to my face!!“
Vegan • $
“Food is out of this world, great!!! I don't know how they create such great tasting food without animal products, but they do it, and they do it well. Service is "good," but would be so much better if the servers would pep-up, smile, and get excited about the fact that they are providing what so many people in the county have been looking for. Healthy food choices. Many restaurants come and go in the county, and I believe that the ones that don't make it are those that have not stressed the importance of the "customer experience" to their staff. I LOVE the food at this establishment, but if I continually feel like the staff is only tolerating me, for a check; or they're not invested in the owner's success, I know that I won't continue making the trip. The first time I came, there was a young lady who took me through all the food and offered samples. She's the kind of person that belongs out front. But in more recent experiences, some staff barely look you in the eyes, and they're speaking so low that when you ask a question, you hardly hear the answer. I STILL rate this restaurant HIGHLY!!!! Getting the staff onboard to be as excited about the customer's experience as the customer is about the food would make this establishment #1 in the Prince George's County vegan restaurant space. And possibly #1 in the DMV and beyond.“
“I was in town from Tampa Florida and found Share tea across the street from my hotel. I went twice in the same day I loved it so much.!!! I am still thinking about the tea I had..:not sure if I will be able to find a place here in Tampa as good as ShareTea … The girl was also so helpful that was working there to explain the different teas that I could have.“
“I always like Tropical Smoothies. I did not order food other than the smoothies. Delicious!?Parking: There is not much parking spaces right at the store, but there is ample parking across the street.Wheelchair accessibility: There is rampant for wheelchair“
“Downtown DC needed a great juice bar for a long time, and it finally has one. This gem is great. The staff is super friendly, and my order came out quickly. Lots of variations to choose from. This is definitely my afternoon go-to spot in downtown DC.“
“One tip! This place is underground down a set of stairs! Other than that it is simple to find! Their atmosphere is super friendly they have sitting tables Japanese style and a grass wall. Their boba drinks are really good! They are on the sweeter side and a good size!“
Juice • $
“This place made me want to become a smoothie girl. So incredibly tasty, great healthy options without sugar... and incredibly clean. If you need a quick pick me up after shopping here in the outdoor markets during the weekend or after studying long hours, come here for a locally owned drink.“
“Stopped in for a quick and lite lunch around 1 p.m. and had next to no wait. I ordered the Fig & Prosciutto toast as well as the Tropi-Kale smoothie. The smoothie was excellent, and the large size is a great value over the medium - $9.99 for a smoothie, but that is in line with Tropical Smoothie and other places that offer similar products. The toast was fairly disappointing though, for $9.49 the piece of toast was much smaller than anticipated. I believe it was sourdough but the size of the toast was maybe 1/3 smaller than anticipated and for the price I would have opted for another menu item. As far as taste goes, the prosciutto was decent but the fig jam was disappointing. I will be back for the smoothie but I will avoid toast items in the future.“
“We were starving after the ill-fated attempt to Beat the Bomb (See review). Too tired to walk the mile or more for full restaurant fare that didn't require reservations, all the places nearby were just bar food. And though i don't mind bar food...we wanted something else Honestly: didn't even know MoMs had eat-in-store options. I'd only been to the one in White Marsh, and it doesn't Cutting through the store headed to the elevator to the parking garage, we saw "this": the Naked Lunch And thought. Hmmm. Quick. Healthy. Non-bar. Why not? All vegetarian, vegan, lots of raw, veggies,and legumes, grains, and fruit and vegetable juices! Sooo glad we did! 2/4 of us frequent the establishment so we followed their lead I got the moolah bowl and a friend got a juice made of all kinds of fresh stuff. She said it was THE best fresh juices juice she'd ever had. Unfortunately they were out of both avocado and mushrooms, so I subbed brown rice and black beans. LOVED IT They roast the veggies, and just totally mix the greens and toppings n veggies altogether and dump it in a brown box! DELISH AND HUMONGOUS. I literally am on my 3rd meal of it, today! I'm gonna write to the moms in white marsh and ask why "we" don't have the ear in option? Staff: two VERY hard working folk going at it, being patient with us first timers and totally apologetic about the items they were out of (as though it were their fault). A short line started to form behind us and a lady appeared from the rear to help them out. Good to see an establishment recognize a need to come to the aid of other workers to ensure customer satisfaction“
“As soon as you open the door the delightful smell of fresh cooked hot foods and tasty treats will grab you. Everything is made fresh on the premises, and it is as visually inviting as it is stimulating to your senses. From delicious samples to the wonderful employees, this place is truly exceptional. They have an excellent chicken sandwich. Highly recommend this restaurant.“
“Such a cute boba spot!!! (Did not try the poké so can't comment on that) I got a taro tea with boba and it was absolutely delicious. The boba was sweet and chewy and fresh. I love the ease with which you can order on a kiosk - I feel like it speeds up service (although they did have the option to order with a person as well if needed). Parking in this area will be tough, but that's to be expected in this part of DC!“
“I recently visited South Block at George Washington University and was highly impressed with the quality of their smoothies! The ingredients were fresh and the flavors were delicious. I loved the fact that they offered a wide variety of smoothies, with different combinations of fruits, veggies, and other natural ingredients. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, and they even helped me use my gift card to pay for my order. Overall, I recommend South Block smoothies for anyone looking for a healthy and delicious treat!“
“I love and adore Tropical Smoothie! I just moved to the area where this one is located and usually just order delivery but after management stood up for my right as a disabled American to have my service-related animal in-cafe with me against a woman who verbally assaulted me for having her when she claimed her child was allergic. She even asked me if I knew her child was “deathly allergic” in a tone suggesting that I somehow should have already known that. I do not have a ? and I am pretty sure science doesn't uphold such as valid. The funny thing is that they were there within 3 feet of us for a solid 5 minutes before my animal made a sound, she asked what it was, I spoke up and said it was my service animal and she then began a tirade about her child being “deathly” allergic and then; all of a sudden, the child starts to “cough and sort of sneeze”. I apologized and explained she is service and I keep her in her carrier or attached to me in some manner like a leash as the law requires. She continued to berate me for what felt like a long time and I finally asked if I should call the police to settle this as management stepped in and asked to see her service-related ID card and I showed them. They said we don't have to leave as I was gathering my things to go and said we had as much right to be here as anyone and they were only picking up an order anyway. I really appreciated that. I face so much discrimination due to various documented disabilities every single day of my life. It was a wonderful change of pace for me. I know I have rights as a disabled American but many choose to run all over that and somehow manage to get by with it. I am not a confrontational person and am therefore not very good at standing up for myself. I am autistic and have traumatic brain injuries that have greatly altered my life and my understanding of the world around me; mostly related to people and the nature of their intentions. I want to say a HUGE THANK YOU so much to the staff and management at this Tropical Smoothie Cafe! I cannot adequately express how this has positively affected me and my animal. We finally have at least one place that is indoors where we feel safe and welcome in our new community.“
Juice Bar & Smoothies •
“Avocolada-debated b/w this and peanut butter but choice had less calorie and refreshing, no sugar added. Sweet enough from ingredients. Staff were super friendly and helpful. Clean with high top counters, short walk from my Office and this was across the main gate of the Nats stadium in opposite side from Gatsby! Good addition to this already varied go to grubs & drinks stations! Only smiles!“
“Our second full day in DC and this was our second stop at this location for lunch. My wife and I both had a craving for a gyro. We both got beef gyros. They were both delicious. The pita was full of meat, sauce, lettuce, tomato and onions. Overall, it was a great lunch“
“The Waterhole is my go to spot for seamoss. I also love coming here because of the wellness juices. Its awesome to see this black owned business thriving in the wellness community. Customer service is also 10/10 every time I go. Lastly, check out their Instagram page to receive wellness tips and tricks!“
“I cannot complain. The house sauce for the ribs was exactly what I was craving. Ribs were tender and super soft. I like how they placed the sauces on the side for you to determine how much you want. The only thing was the Mac n cheese could use a little more flavor in my personal opinion. Otherwise the food tasted great, presented well and the staff were courteous.“
“This place is so fun if you love a variety of Asian foods, and this evening I happened to walk in on a fantastic live jazz band playing by the bar. Last time, we had Korean tacos and tempura, this time I’m having croffles, miso soup, and spaghetti. (I know it’s weird but it’s all so delicious)“