Smithsonian Cafe And Chowderhouse

Unfortunately our lunch visit today was sub par on many levels. When we walked in the door the restaurant was filled with smoke. That should have been our cue to leave but I was craving a delicious popover like I’ve gotten in the past. I ordered a chicken pot pie popover and it was just off today. Like everything was 3-5 days old. The pot pie filling was runny and sour tasting. The popover was tough and rubbery. Not like I remember them to be. My husband was happy with his sandwich, so I’m guessing my choice was just a poor one. Couple this with very unfriendly service by the young lady at the counter (never greeted us and asked if she could help us…just stood at the register with an unhappy glare …not pleasant and acted annoyed that she had to take our order…it made for a disappointing customer experience. We thought the smoke filled dining area would get better but it actually got worse over the course of our lunch. Surprised that the smoke detectors didn’t go off. Definitely not a pleasant or healthy lunch experience. Our clothes smell of smoke and several hours later, my eyes are still burning. Got to do better Smithsonian.

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I went there yesterday for the first time after reading their great reviews and was HIGHLY DISAPPOINTED!!! The lobster roll was fishy and lacked flavor (other than the fishy unenjoyable taste) and the golumbki stew was average at best. If you have never been there before, I STRONGLY recommend that you keep it that way and before you ask me what you can do to make it up to me below, my answer is you can't do anything other than refund my money and hire a new cook!!!! I'm perplexed in regards to ANYONE who thinks this place is AVERAGE never mind Good...

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Peter and his staff did such a wonderful job catering our wedding and he was an absolute pleasure to work with. Not only was the food great (lots of compliments from our guests! , but there were many thoughtful gestures. Things like labeling dishes for our guests with dietary restrictions, and even making sure to set some appetizers aside for my husband and I to have when we were done taking photos.Peter was always easy to get in touch with and we really enjoyed being able to work with a local business that clearly cares about the community.

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GLUTEN FREE! HAS A DESIGNATRD GLUTEN FREE FRYER! GLUTEN FREE CUPCAKES! GLUTEN FREE ALMOSG EVERYTHING Wheelchair accessibility: There is a ramp and plenty of space for manoeuvring period I forgot to look at the size of their bathroom door though though so you might want to call ahead and ask them if they have a handicap bathroom

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Always a great time! It’s my favorite soup place! Their sandwiches are to die for and the soup is award winning!

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