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“Sustainably sourced”, “free-range”, “made from scratch” — they are all the buzz words that foodies love to hear, and they are the mantra behind the cuisine at Urban Plates. They specialize in complete meals that you can feel good about eating, and they serve them in a unique cafeteria-style setting. When you enter the modern, bright…
Feb
22
2019
Happy hour, weekend brunch, massive menus, nightly specials — what’s not to love about Centre Park Grill? This Columbia favorite specializes in steaks and bourbon, but their broad offering caters to a variety of hungry patrons. Looking for a deal? Stop by on weekdays from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. for half-priced drafts and other happy…
Feb
12
2019
The next time you want to take a simple dinner and turn it into a chic night out, head to Grille 620 in Ellicott City. They specialize in new American cuisine with a slight Mediterranean influence in a swanky, upbeat lounge setting. Start with appetizers like beef carpaccio or roasted brie, along with a hand-crafted cocktail…
Feb
04
2019
If you think Shake Shack is just another fast food joint, you might be pleasantly surprised. This popular restaurant chain offers superior burgers, hand-spun milkshakes and plenty of other menu items that you won’t find at similar eateries. Choose from a couple of variations on their classic burger, as well as chicken sandwich or hot…
Feb
04
2019
Want a great way to start your day? Plan your morning around where the T&J Waffles food truck is. They have sweet waffles, breakfast items, and savory waffle sandwiches for quick and easy consumption from their fast-service truck. The sweet waffles are a must, with options like banana Nutella or mixed berry atop a crisp yet…
Jan
23
2019
Don’t let eating while on the go derail your New Year’s health goals. Modern Market Eatery has the fast casual fare that you can feel good about eating. Their food philosophy is all about clean ingredients, cooking from scratch, and having a broad array of foods to choose from. Here, you can keep it light…
Dec
31
2018
From the beautiful mural and décor to the extensive menu of Turkish food, Rudy’s Mediterranean Grill feels like an authentic European restaurant, right in the middle of Columbia. They open daily at 8 a.m. for their breakfast service, but the star of the menu is really their Turkish specialties. Look for shish kebab, lamb entrees,…
Dec
03
2018
When the first installment of Maiwand Kabob debuted nearly 20 years ago, the founders’ goal wasn’t to build a restaurant empire. They simply wanted to feed patrons authentic Afghan cuisine, much like the food cooked in the Afghan village of Maiwand. However, as the original eatery garnered buzz, the owners’ dreams began to grow. Today,…
Nov
29
2018
The bakers at Bon Fresco don’t believe in taking shortcuts. They adhere closely to traditional baking methods in order to craft crusty on the outside, pillowy on the inside loaves of bread, like their signature ciabatta. From the first round of kneading to the moment the oven timer dings, 30 hours pass. That’s simply how…
Nov
28
2018
The next time you go to Uncle Julio’s, make sure to save some room for dessert. The Mexican restaurant earns rave reviews for its one-of-a-kind chocolate piñata. Instead of stuffing the piñata with candy, the pastry chef crafts the actual shell of the piñata with chocolate. Then he fills it with house-made mini churros, berries,…