Restaurants in Takoma Park

“I recently went for brunch and the French toast was out of this world — perfectly cooked, flavorful, and one of those dishes you keep thinking about after you leave. The whole experience was such a vibe. Great atmosphere, beautiful presentation, and bold flavors that really stand out. Definitely adding this to my go-to brunch spots!”

“This place has excellent food, fast service, and always makes me feel welcome. This has been my go-to spot for coffee, dinner, snacks, drinks....you name it. Also - a special shout out to one of the baristas, Davis, who always goes out of his way to make sure customers are served quickly and is sure to ask if customers are good with the quality of their meal. He just offers great customer service.”

“Excellent selection of dishes, full of flavors that make your taste buds undecided on what to order first; just this experience will get you to come back again and again.”

“Visited San Pacho today and overall had a really solid experience. I had the quesadilla, and my friend got the California burrito—which comes loaded with fries inside and was honestly really good and filling. One thing I really appreciated was that they offer non-alcoholic slushies. I tried the guava one and it was so good, super refreshing and definitely a standout. I was a little surprised they don’t offer tacos, but the menu still has great options that hit the spot. The food, staff, and overall vibe were all on point—friendly service and a chill atmosphere that makes you want to stay a little longer than planned. Only heads-up is parking can be a bit tricky on busier days, so plan accordingly. Overall, a great spot I’d definitely come back to.”

“My favorite place in Takoma Park! Great food and drinks made and served with care.”

“My friends and I went to Motorkat today after attending a play in Olney. Mikey was our server and was a stellar server. He was friendly yet professional. We came in with an appetite. We started with the smoked salmon and artichoke dip. The portion size was nice, and the chunky texture and flavor fit well with the Saltines. Next was the pistou salad, roasted sunchokes and the pork belly with creamy grits. The pistou salad was artfully plated and was soo good. The roasted sunchokes came with a miso ranch dressing and sesame seeds. It was so good and the mixed textures worked well. The pork belly sat on a bed of the creamiest grits I've ever had. The pork belly was tender, and the smoky tomatoes were a great paring and provided just enough acidity to cut through the richness of the dish. Still hungry, we ordered the flank cut short ribs and broccolini. The grilled broccoli were lighly tossed with chili garlic sauce, peanuts and basil. Divine. The flank cut ribs were Cumin scented and accented with a tart cucumber salad. They were fork tender and very flavorful. Our only disappointment was the scallion Pancake with pickled vegetables. We felt that overall then presentation was nice, but the Pancake was a bit thick and was a bit charred on the bottom. The pickled vegetables overpowered the pancake.. Out meal ended with mango sorbet. Overall, we loved the service Mikey provided, and all the staff was gracious. I highly recommend this spot for dinner. Thank you!”

“The pizza was very good. Crispy crust. Whole grain sour dough had good texture and chew. Worth coming back. Sauce had a nice balance of acid and fresh tomato flavor.
Its a small friendly place. Made mostly for take out our eat outside. Not a full sit down type place.

The soft Serve ice cream was a fail however. Icy. Not creamy. Lacked flavor. Couldn't taste any rhubarb at all. Would not get it again. Despite our disappointment with the soft serve, it wasn't enough to drop the star rating because that would not reflect the value of the pizza.”

“Exquisite cuisine complemented by a charming atmosphere! Their house-brewed Vietnamese coffee tastes and smells so good. The new soft-shell crab with tamarind sauce is so yummy and reasonably priced. I will definitely come back for their delectable chimichurri steak. I will definitely come again to try out the banh mi and other lunch options as well as other authentic Vietnamese items. I love that with a menu brimming with authentic Vietnamese dishes, they also offer a tempting array of vegan and exotic options. It's a great addition to the modernized Takoma Park.”

“5 star cozy very friendly food is the Bomb. eat here 1 a week.”

“If you love Mexican seafood, ceviches, and margaritas, this place is for you. Mariscos Culiacán, right on University Blvd in Takoma Park, seriously delivers.
I had the Original Tajín Margarita (their spicy-style margarita), and it was amazing—perfectly balanced with a great kick. The Aguachiles were fresh, spicy, and full of flavor. But the star of the night was the Ceviche Especial—absolutely unbelievable. Super fresh seafood with bold, well-seasoned flavors.
What really sets this place apart is the combination of authentic Mexican mariscos and sushi. You can enjoy ceviches, tostadas, cocteles, and sushi rolls all in one visit, and everything works.
The space is big and lively with lots of screens, giving it a fun sports bar vibe. They also have happy hour from 4–7 PM plus daily specials, which makes it an easy win.
If you’re into ceviches, margaritas, and bold Mexican flavors, I highly recommend Mariscos Culiacán. I’ll definitely be back.”

“The chicken (hen) was delicious and fresh. I got it grilled and it was on point. The place feel cosy and family oriented. 100% recommended.”

“Love it been coming here for a while now. Always pleasant to see them! They met Zoey today & made her feel so welcomed! By the way Zoey loves their food and their juices. Keep up the good work and service! Bendiciones!”

“I order breakfast from this establishment pretty frequently, and it’s always fresh, delivered with care, and tasty! I love their omelette and grit platter, and they’re always mindful of my substitutions every time!”

“Authentic N. Italian cuisine presided over by Roberto and Ivan.”

“i eat here twice a week at least, i’m hooked on the street tacos & street corn 🤩 customer service is always great as well”

“Salmon avocado toast was absolutely superb!”

“One of the best things about Takoma Park. A real neighborhood bakery in a way you seldom see anymore. Everything is delicious and very reasonably priced for what you get. A larger coffee size wouldn't hurt and I miss the Scout sandwich, but aside from that, I wouldn't change a thing. Best bread I've ever had.”

“Had a wonderful time at Dira Cafe today with my friends. Great food, excellent customer service, and a cozy, home-like atmosphere. Best breakfast and brunch spot with delicious coffee and tea. Try it, you won’t regret it!”

“A small but very good gelato spot. It's very small like a walk up window. Service is quick and nice. They're not very many flavors but good enough to hit the spot on a warm sunny summer day.”

“Friendly decoration and fresh homemade food. Free public parking cross the street from the restaurant. Smiley owner!!”

“pesimas hamburguesas carne muy seca y mal sabor”

“delicioso 🔥😚🙏🙏 lo recomiendo al 100% ,Ricas las pupusas y los tacos igual”

“Muy buena atención, la comida deliciosa ✌🏻✌🏻”

“Me and my family has be receiving great food and service since my daughters was not even born yet now they love it and my mother in-law who won't eat at a lot of places they truly are #1”

“food and the games for children they love it 😀”

“They don’t speak a lick of English but DAMN do they know they way around a kitchen and plate.

Pulled up otw home from out the city. I have an hour drive and I do not feel like I’ll have the bandwidth to cook tonight. Got half chicken with two sides and MAAM, Abuela in the back knows how to throw together an amazing dinner.

No excessive wait, efficiency and a good meal. It’s now the go to when I don’t feel like cooking”

“Good sevice”

“I have enjoyed this place many times. The staff is welcoming and always making sure everything is good. I always enjoy their sizzling fajitas and delicious soups. Everything is always fresh and tasty. I definitely also recommend this place for a night out - they have great music and drink. Definitely recommend as their prices aren’t high as other places and the place is calm”

“Great Saturday party lit!!!!!”

“A wonderful indoor atmosphere (intimate and cheerful) with really helpful staff. Three of us shared 4 brunch menu entrees, and they were all delicious. The hibiscus mimosa was particularly good!”

“the pizza here is pretty good. been maybe 6 times; will likely go again. the style is hand toss / wood fire. crust above par. a tough greasy, lite sauce, standard cheese, but love in the craft. better assortment of toppings than most. also whole kitchen & bar from adjoined Trattoria available.

look at a lot of these other reviews in context: complaints about 3rd pay delivery being cold, complaints about pandemic rules. that's 2/3 the negative. liking it or not, that's fair. service going sideways would be fair. personally i have not had a bad experience. this isn't a bad pizza joint and the 3.6 rating is ???”

“Food is very good, I love their pork fried rice as well as their chicken and broccoli.

Parking: Along the side of the restaurant on the hill is a parking lot.”

“It's always delicious to pass by a campero! In this establishment the cashier was very friendly and attentive! And the table area was clean.

Parking: It has ample parking, you just have to be careful since the drive thru is a few steps from the entrance. It is necessary to be attentive.”

“I'm hooked. Best cheese fries I've had in a long time, and the chicken and rice was on point.”