So glad we stopped here on our way back to Baltimore. Way to go Rik’s! Using a naan as the bread for the lamb burger and the magic tzatsiki sauce on it — wow! Perfectly cooked burger — so flavorful!
Mark H.
Classificação do local: 4 Chandler, AZ
Killer stop for a great meal. This part of Maryland can be pretty dicey for good food. Rik’s is an absolute jewel, a diamond in the rough. Wonderful food, lovingly prepared. Eat here or regret it!
T B.
Classificação do local: 5 Milton, WV
Husband and I stopped on our way to Philadelphia. I was apprehensive due to the strip mall like setting. Was I ever wrong! My husband walked by and it was packed. I said, «we have to try it now». Strip mall restaurants aren’t packed so this has to be something special, and it was! My husband had the lamb burger with the most Devine flavor combinations. I was jealous I didn’t get it as well. However, I had the blackened mahi mahi tacos and I refused to share. They were absolutely lovely. If you go, you must try the sweet potato fries and apple butter.
Mo W.
Classificação do local: 4 Moreno Valley, CA
Visit number 2. Alll I can say is MMM Yummy yummy yummy. :) This time brought a friend and she loved it too. Good food nice atmosphere.
Dara L.
Classificação do local: 4 Arecibo, Puerto Rico
Went here with the fam and HIGHLY recommend! Hubby got the Blackened Mahi Reuben and thought it was incredible!(With the sweet potato fries that come with Apple Butter)! First Born had the Italian Cold Cut that put Jersey Mike’s to shame! Second Born had the Meatball sub and thought the flavors were awesome-both sons(16&13 yrs) usually finish their food and couldn’t this time because the portion was WAY generous! I had the lamb burger on pita and devoured every bit! Started off the meal with the meat and cheese appetizer, which was set up complimentarily with Bleu Cheese and Cheddar and Chorizo and Prosciutto, with plum spread, almonds and dried berries. The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is because it took the server over 5 minutes to greet us, even tho’ he and two others walked back and forth beside us w/o acknowledging us. All anyone had to say was«someone will be right with you»…don’t let that stop you from going here; we’ll definitely go back again and again!
JnC S.
Classificação do local: 5 Kapolei, HI
The good reviews won’t lead you wrong! Great food at good prices. Going out to eat when you have a child with food intolerances is always a bit stressful, but this staff went over the top to make sure there was no dairy in my dinner and offer yummy alternatives. The waiter even had a chef come out to double-check with me before I ordered for my carnivorous toddler and myself.
Jason H.
Classificação do local: 5 Clarkesville, GA
Traveling through for work and had been told about this place by a friend in my home town who use to live in Hagerstown. At first I thought I would be disappointed because it is located in some bland generic strip mall and the entrance is very forgettable. But don’t be fooled by the outside. I sat down and had great service right from the start from a waiter named Rome. I asked about a good beer choice and he asked me what I like and said he be right back. He returned to my table with a few samplers and one was exactly what I wanted. He made recommendations on apps and the special which both were spot on. I had the homemade hummus of the week for an app and the special was crusted Mahi. Both were delicious but the Mahi serving was kinda small, but then again I am 6’2″ 230 and like to eat. Great food, great service. If I ever had reason to stay in Hagerstown(which I don’t know why anyone would) I would make this my regular hangout.
Patrick P.
Classificação do local: 4 Kenosha, WI
I chose this place based on other Unilocal reviews. I have to say that this place is really nice. I would have never chosen it based on curb appeal. It is located in a run down strip mall and has mirrored Windows looking from the outside. Once inside, however, the place is really nice. I had the chicken wings for appetizer and they were great. My entrée was the chipotle penne pasta which also met my expectations. I will return the next time I am In town.
W B.
Classificação do local: 3 Middletown, MD
If they wouldn’t hold tables and turn people away I’d be more inclined to write a positive review. Too small a place to hold half of their tables for reservations… I was there at 6pm and 8 people were turned away. I guess success has it’s downside too. Rik, I was disappointed…
Rob R.
Classificação do local: 5 Colonial Heights, VA
stopped by here today(Thursday) on a business trip. Was expecting great things based on the reviews, as usual, Unilocal did not disappoint. We arrived shortly after they opened and were immediately greeted and seated. The waiter was very pleasant, suggesting the special, a Caprese Burger with mozzarella. It was very good as were the house cut fries. My business partner had the blackened chicken which he said was delicious.
Robin S.
Classificação do local: 5 Fort Lauderdale, FL
Visited home this weekend and went with my sister for lunch. Loved it so much we came back for dinner! She raved about it and I see why. Great staff, very friendly and professional. Food was really good and the Mediterranean Mule is a must! Get the poke appetizer for sure. Will return whenever I come home!
Bruce K.
Classificação do local: 5 Gaithersburg, MD
Read an article online about can’t miss restaurants in the State of Maryland that you should not judge by outside appearance. Glad I followed instructions! Rik’s Café changes drastically inside from the strip mall outside. Modern, comfortable, woody etc. the bar was well appointed(couldn’t take advantage because I was only driving through). Menu had a great variety of apps, salads, sandwiches and mains. There for lunch so after I narrowed my choices and consulted my bartender Joe, settled in the Mahi Mahi Reuben. Sounds weird… off the hook(pun intended) good! Hand sliced marble rye grilled just right with no grease… red cabbage slaw… melted Swiss and an inch think grilled slab of juicy Mahi Mahi. Perfect! Accompanied by hand cut fries which were good too. Nice of one of the owners to come by a chat as well. If you live nearby or if you’re passing through, take the time to stop and eat.
M W.
Classificação do local: 5 Martinsburg, WV
2÷5÷2016 Not the first time we’ve picked up lunch here but had a few minutes to review. Today’s special was a buffalo chix wrap and homemade olé bay chips(I think). We chose to swap ranch for bleu, and it was fabulous, as always, for just $ 8 and ready when she got there to pick it up. I only wish I didn’t work in Hagerstown so I didn’t mind driving there for dinner as I am sure it is divine. Don’t overlook this place based on location or in favor of other long-standing spots in Hagerstown as you will surely miss a gem.
John T.
Classificação do local: 5 Murrieta, CA
Love this place! Our server was awesome and the food was excellent. I asked if they had onion rings and was told no but that he would ask the kitchen cooks and see if they could make some. He came back a few minutes later and asked if I wanted a small or large order! Outstanding! It is a rare thing to find service like this. Thank you. I’ll be back here
Dina D.
Classificação do local: 4 Arlington, VA
This place has really tasty and fresh food. I love the salads, and the lamb burger. I typically get the sweet potato fries, and they have the greatest apple butter dip to go with it. Service is pretty good, more laid back. City folk like me might feel it’s a little slow, but the people are super nice. I’ve been here about 3 times so far, and hope to keep coming back on the way to whenever I have these road trips to go skiing. –1 star just because the location is in a shopping center in the middle of nowhere, with occassionally some sketchy people walking around.
Randy G.
Classificação do local: 4 Frederick, MD
i went to Rik’s for a date, but she never showed up! I got the meatball sub and two desserts to wallow in; ginger cake with lemon stuff, and fried cheesecake. let me tell ya, this meal was so good that i left the place with a smile on my face! The waitstaff was really nice too, they were very accommodating to my special situation. She missed out, too bad, so sad.
Lindsay F.
Classificação do local: 4 New York, NY
Great menu selection! Also a very cute café. We ordered the crab bisque soup– obviously a very heavy soup– but it gets the job done! We all ordered salads– I was most pleased with mine. I definitely recommend the spinach and kale salad with chicken added to it. I also swapped out the dried cherries for pine nuts.
Jen A.
Classificação do local: 4 Parkville, MD
Stopped by for supper while driving back to Baltimore. Took Unilocal recommendation to get the sweet potato fries and I was glad I did! It’s a little hard to find in the strip mall — but worth seeking out!
Jimmy G.
Classificação do local: 4 Rockville, MD
This dainty café sits on an unassuming spot in a strip mall. To be honest I didn’t expect much from this café just because the strip mall looked pretty much abandoned. When I approached the front door I was met with a humorous sign that got me pretty excited, but was let down pretty quickly as I finished reading the entire message(see photo). I ordered the blackened chicken sandwhich with the chipotle aioli. It came with sweet potato fries. The sand which was simple but delicious. Everything on Rik’s Menu was pretty simple; the selection wasn’t huge but everything sounded delicious. The sweet potato fries came with an apple butter sauce; not a usual pairing but was surprisingly great together. The apple butter sauce had a sweetness that matched the sweet potato fries and was something I was very happy to have tried. So if you’re like me and was shopping around the Hagerstown Premium Outlets, Rik’s Café is a must visit restaurant for lunch.
Bret H.
Classificação do local: 5 Kansas, IL
What an amazing find. We weren’t expecting a place like this in a strip mall. I had the Havana burger it was amazing. The best sweet potato fries I’ve ever had. The staff is friendly and very helpful it’s obvious they love their jobs. The owner came by and chatted with us for a while too. Great guy. In town for GeoWoodstock 13. I’m expecting a lot of geocaches to stop by here this week.