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Charlie's

➤ 12760 Old Fort Rd, Fort Washington, MD, 20744, United States

Carta • Pizza • Asiatic • Italian • Sandwiches

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"Today in Charlie to order a dinner. The lady working on the front counter was helpful, but the food was terrible. I ordered a ham and mushroom Calzone and a lasagna with sausage. When I came home, I opened the packages and to my surprise there are no mushrooms in the calzone and my lasagna was a container of juicy linguine with two sad pieces of mushy eggplant on it. I called the restaurant to make her nice to know that there was a mistake in the order and instead of offering it to make it right, the answer was I know that I wrote it right. There was no offer to make it right or so I ended the call. I will not get here because of the lack of customer service and the inability to get an order right. Also the calzone was basically just a burned piece of dough filled with a bunch of cheese. For over $30, I expect a real order. I will never go back there again and I recommend that others follow me."

B J Carry Out Inc

➤ 15808 Livingston Rd, Accokeek I-20607-2262, United States

Carta • Lunch • American • Fast Food • Breakfast

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"Recently, I asked about the banana split and was told it comes with vanilla, chocolate, and twist ice cream, whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, peanuts, and a cherry. We ordered it with just vanilla ice cream and requested to skip the cherry, but we were fine with the whipped cream, peanuts, and drizzle. When it finally arrived, we received a half-melted banana split that included strawberries, pineapple (which I hate), whipped cream, drizzle, and peanuts—all messily dripping down the container. I understand that tastes differ, but I'm sure we can all agree that no one wants their sundae arriving in a soupy state. Additionally, I'm not very impressed with the customer service. The staff isn't rude, but they don't seem particularly happy either. I encourage the owners to raise their standards, ensure that employees are trained on the correct sundae components, and promote a friendlier atmosphere."

River Bend Bistro

➤ 7966 Fort Hunt Road Alexandria, VA 22308, 22308-1292, United States

Carta • Wine • Fish • Meat • Coffee

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"We had a wonderful dinner tonight at River Bend with my family of 5. This restaurant is a hidden gem with a warm and inviting atmosphere, starting from the friendly phone call to make reservations, to the welcoming greeting by our host Brian, and the attentive and knowledgeable waitstaff led by Antonio. The decor is pleasant and the seating is comfortable. The menu had a variety of delicious options, and I definitely plan to come back to try more dishes. The food was excellent, and they were able to accommodate our dietary restrictions, making delicious meals that were enjoyed by everyone in our group, including 2 vegans and our fussy 6 year-old. The prices were very reasonable, especially considering the high quality of the food. Thank you for a great dining experience!"

Steak In A Sack

➤ 10745 Indian Head Hwy, Fort Washington, MD 20744, United States

Carta • Pizza • Steak • Asiatic • Breakfast

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"for the early Sunday breakfast one was looking for a diner or similar that was not a good idea for the work in the city. this was the best option and could not be more satisfied! eating was solid, home cooking type, with a lot of local people who seemed to be faithfully mozens. in our experience the service was excellent, super friendly and appealing! if you want to have fun, these places are on the road, but if you want a solid, friendly breakfast, it would be hard to hit this place!"

Cedar Knoll

➤ 9030 Lucia Lane, Alexandria, United States Of America, 22308

Carta • Full • Wine • American • Bar-lounge

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"Currently, the restaurant features four dining rooms: the Botanical Room, the Presidential Room, the Log Cabin, and the Lafayette Room. My wife and I were seated in the Botanical Room and opted for a prix fixe meal to celebrate Father's Day. This three-course meal included ten dishes. 1) **Chilled Avocado Soup**: Served in a martini glass, it featured peach and cucumber salsa. The avocado flavor was mild, complemented by subtle hints of cucumber and peach, with a slight tanginess. Overall, it was smooth, rich, and beautifully balanced. 2) **Pandebono (Colombian Cheese Rolls)**: These rolls had a crisp exterior and a chewy, moist, dense interior. The cheese flavor was quite light and accompanied by pepper jelly and honey butter. The pepper jelly was sweet with a hint of spice, while the whipped honey butter lacked a honey flavor but tasted good overall. This dish was decent but not exceptional. 3) **Crab and Shrimp Balls (4 pieces)**: Topped with cabbage slaw, which included lemongrass, peanut, and passionfruit aioli, this dish was a little spicy and well-balanced in flavor. The deep-fried balls were crispy without being oily and were filled with moist crab and shrimp, which added great flavor. We thoroughly enjoyed this dish! 4) **Watermelon and Beet Salad**: This salad featured watercress, red radish, watermelon, beets, feta cheese, and a citrus vinaigrette. However, the dressing was too tart due to the vinegar and citrus, lacking the necessary sweetness. The salad had little flavor aside from the beets, though it was visually appealing. 5) **Grilled Salmon**: Dressed with a butter sauce featuring aji pepper relish, dill, cucumber, red onion, and capers, this dish had a mild kick from the relish. The sauce's subtle flavors enhanced the fresh taste of the salmon, which was moist and tender with a wonderful grilled flavor. This was a standout dish! 6) **Herb Roasted Prime Rib**: Cooked between medium and medium-well, this prime rib was exceptionally tender, moist, and deliciously savory. The majority of the fat was trimmed away, and the dish was served au jus alongside horseradish cream, which had a mild heat. This was one of the best prime rib steaks I’ve ever had. 7) **Tomato, Onion, and Gruyère Strata**: This egg and bread casserole was quite bland, lacking in cheese, tomato, and onion flavors, and came off as dense rather than fluffy. Easily the least impressive dish of the evening. 8) **Everything Baked Potato Casserole**: This dish was prepared with mild cheese and topped with sour cream and diced green onions, reminiscent of scalloped potatoes, and was very tasty in both flavor and texture. 9) **Grilled Corn on the Cob, Zucchini, and Red Peppers**: These fresh vegetables had nice grilled flavors and were well-cooked, though they were under-seasoned and could have benefited from some added flavor. 10) **Dessert**: The dessert platter featured four sampler-sized treats: s'mores, cookies, mini fruit tarts with lemon custard, and root beer float panna cotta. The s'mores were unique, made with dark chocolate macaroons coated in crushed graham cracker and topped with a caramelized marshmallow swirl—quite tasty! The cookies were decorated to resemble ties and slices of watermelon; they were adorable but tasted like standard shortbread. The mini fruit tarts stood out, primarily due to the zesty lemon custard paired with fresh raspberries and strawberries. The root beer float consisted of a thin layer of root beer gelatin atop a creamy panna cotta; the root beer flavor was too diluted, making it taste odd. However, the panna cotta was rich and mildly sweet, with a lovely milky flavor. If they improve the root beer float, it could be excellent. The service throughout our meal was impeccable—attentive, informative, helpful, and friendly. After dinner, our waiter kindly showed us the Log Cabin and Lafayette rooms. The dining areas and restrooms were clean and well-kept. The historic charm and decor of this restaurant make it a perfect spot for special occasions. We truly enjoyed the atmosphere and exceptional service, and we appreciate the effort put into the food. We look forward to returning to try more dishes!"