Clyde's Tower Oaks Lodge

I really love this place, and reservations are highly recommended if you plan to visit. It feels very different from their other locations, such as Friendship Heights or Georgetown. This location has a cozy, rustic vibe—almost like visiting your uncle’s mountain cabin—and it’s usually very crowded, which speaks to its popularity. The food has generally been excellent. On my first visit, I ordered the Reuben sandwich, which was impressively large and generously portioned, priced around $18–$20. My mom ordered the club sandwich, and we shared the pumpkin cheesecake, which was outstanding. I enjoyed the experience so much that I invited my family to come back during the holiday week before Christmas. Unfortunately, on that return visit, I was disappointed to find that the Reuben sandwich had been reduced to about half its original size while remaining the same price. I understand the restaurant may have been overwhelmed during the holidays, but consistency is important, especially for returning customers. That said, this would not deter me from visiting again. I will absolutely order the Reuben in the future and hope the reduced portion was a one-time holiday adjustment rather than a permanent change.

The only place in Rockville I would revisit over and over again. Great place to treat guests and celebrate milestones. Treated my mom and sister and they absolutely loved it. The ambiance, service and food was all great. Mussels were delicious Octopus was also a great choice, it came with crispy bread crumbs and well cooked crispy potatoes. Meatloaf was the only one I was not fond of. Liked the sides it came with but the meatloaf had herbs which I didn’t like. It was not very moist nor special. Will not get it next time. Bread pudding with ice cream was one of the best dessert I had this year. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed Clyde’s and we will come back to try more items on the menu!

Had thanksgiving dinner here and let me tell you- the food was amazing! We opted for the pre-fixe menu. Food came out really quickly. The ham and turkey were just perfect. The drinks were also great. Ambience is pretty with the lights. Service was in point! For our first time we were very impressed and will definitely return

One of the better dining options in Rockville, MD. Been coming here for close to 20 years. Was mad when Clyde’s was sold couple years ago and then they changed their menus (no more happy hour, bar and late night menus), got rid of their head chef (Jeff) and made other changes. I used to frequent weekly but now only a few times a year. The food is still good though and it’s probably a handful of upscale American restaurants in Rockville. Among my favorites are their buffalo wings (order them double dipped), burger, Reuben sandwich, steaks, crab cakes and when they have it their lobster specials.

This place was amazing! Everything looked fresh and it felt like this restaurant really put care into our service. Our server was friendly and thoughtful but not overbearing. The atmosphere was beautiful and clean, it was very busy but it didn't feel packed or like we didn't belong.

We went with friends to dine and welcome the New Year 2026. The whole experience with the amazing place, its decoration, FOOD! and Milo our waiter was patient, knowledgeable and super attentive even with the restaurant almost fully booked. We even had the chance to talk to the DJ who played beloved songs for me and my friends right after we said HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

Came for my and my grandads birthday dinner and everything was perfect. Our server Cliff (Jr) was the best and the fire was amazing. We started with a round of cream of crab soups, and the Bavarian pretzel. Both were about as good as can be. Soups were kind of small but filled with big crab pieces, and some of the best I've ever had. The pretzel had a cheesedip with a bacon flavor which was spot on. For dinner we good oysters, rib eye, and crab cakes. Me and my dad split a double crab cake and a rib eye. Cliff had the rib eye split so we each got our own plate with dipping sauce, and the crab cake plates and fries were split. What a guy! The crab cakes had the biggest chunks of lump I've ever seen, and barely any bread filler. Actually I'm not even sure if there was any breading it was so meaty. Rib eye was spot on. My Grandad said the oysters were kind of small, but still great. Overall, 10 for 10 as usual. This was my third birthday dinner here.

We arrived there around 10:15pm, closing at 12am. The food came out very quick, nice and hot. We ordered birria tacos, the steak frite and crab and spinach artichoke dip. Everything was good except for the tacos. The meat wasn't seasoned properly, it taste very bland. The server was nice but very impatient and was rushing us through the entire dinner literally from the beginning to the end. He took our dip and fries dish, when we weren't finished with it. There was food left on both plates and he still reached his hand in the middle of us eating and grabbed our plates without asking. Around 11:15 I asked for additional water to go with some shots that we had ordered. The water comes in a large bottle, we poured ourselves 2 glasses. Not even 5 minutes later he came and took the bottle of water and it was half way full. We instantly got up and left. It was clear he wanted us gone. There were approximately 3 tables finishing up and 3 guests at the bar with over 30 minutes left to close. Paying $125 for a check with that kind of service was unacceptable.

My granddaughter's birthday is this week. She wanted her birthday lunch at Clyde's in Tower Oaks. They only had seating available was in the bar area. It was a comfortable booth and the bar area is decorated with warm woods and lovely artwork. My granddaughter's favorite is the taco lunch with Beria tacos and dipping sauce. They are totally gluten free and come with beans and rice. She devoured those taco's enjoying every bite. I ordered the eggs Benedict with hollandaise sauce. I ordered French fries for my side, so I could share them. Clyde's has awesome French fries. We totally finished off those fries. We also made an outstanding discovery that we didn't know before. Creme brulee is gluten free. My granddaughter loved her gluten free delicious dessert. Our waiter was excellent and did a great job. We had a fabulous birthday lunch! Thanks Clyde's!

We had a reservation amd got there a bit early. They seated us early and were very pleasant. Ok, that's most of the good stuff. It was about 10 minutes before anyone stopped by, and that was what I believe was a manager who stopped to give us a container of water (apparently they don't pour water here and have no ice.) Another 10 minutes go by when our waiter shows up. I would tell you his name but he didn't tell us so I don't know. He took drink and food orders and asked if we would like some bread so I thought things were picking up. They weren't. A bit later drinks (only 2) showed up, then the food, then a bit after that the bread. I had a steak salad which was cooked almost perfectly, I would have preferred it to be warm, or maybe hot, but I was happy to get food. Everyone was happy with their food, as it was all very good. I learned why the waiter didn't introduce himself, it was because there is no point using names when you aren't going to see the person again. He didn't stop by and see if things were cooked correctly or to replace the water bottle, or anything. After we finished and relaxed for a bit and relaxed for a bit he stopped by to ask if we wanted a dessert menu. Of course we did, however, when he came back and asked, "what do you want?" Most of us decided against it. He was nice enough to tell us "that's ok" when we said we didn't want dessert, so thay was nice, we got permission to not have dessert. My wife did want sometging but was so put off she got nothing. Another person wanted something and ordered. He delivered by reaching over her arm and shoving the bowl down in front of her. At least he said excuse me...nah, that was a joke, he didn't say that. I can't imagine ever going back there. The food was very good, the service was not up to Waffle House standards.

This is my first time at Clyde's, so forgive me for being late to the party. We booked a Sunday brunch with Santa so the staff and the vibes were outstanding because everyone was on their best holiday spirits. I think either land on one side of a coin or the other. Either you love the feel of being in a lodge during the winter surrounded by nature or you don't at all like any of those things. I haven't to love being in a lodge during the winter. The staff is dressed in festive clothes because this is a brunch with Santa. Yes, there are a lot of families here and the service can take a little bit longer then expected, but I'll repeat, it's Sunday brunch with Santa and 100 family's waiting to grab a bite and take a pic with the Claus gang. We didn't get too hungry because they brought out a crumble cake with butter the table. So that's good. I also ordered a beer and my wife ordered an eggnog and it might have turned up our enjoyment level, a point or two. Overall, I thought the experience was great and I enjoyed my meal. A couple of things I'd like to highlight; The Honey-crisp apple fritters are to die for. Please get that for yourself. My Lodge Burger was also noteworthy, with the cremini mushrooms and the aioli. My son gave me two thumbs up for his steak and eggs as well. overall, we had a good time and it was a really nice way to spend a brunch with the family. Thanks Clyde's!

my family and I went for dinner yesterday and the place was spacious and well-decorated, very cozy for the Christmas holiday. Service was great, our server was great and attentive and the owner came out at the end of the meal to ask us for our feedback. I'd say the food was alright, oysters were delicious and apps weren't bad but our entrees didn't really hit the mark. my pasta was a bit unseasoned and the rest of my family's dishes were too salty. maybe it was an off day but overall not bad and can accommodate larger parties

One of the few restaurants that are open on holidays, including New Year's Day. Happy hour starts at 3 PM ends at 6 PM. However, cocktails and oysters are the only thing on their happy hour menu. All other food is at full price. Servers are extremely attentive. And they make a really good cocktail.

Had thanksgiving dinner here and let me tell you- the food was amazing! We opted for the pre-fixe menu. Food came out really quickly. The ham and turkey were just perfect. The drinks were also great. Ambience is pretty with the lights. Service was in point! For our first time we were very impressed and will definitely return

From the moment we walked in, the service was excellent! Sky at the front made us feel right at home with great food recommendations, and our server Lucy was amazing--attentive, kind, and on point with everything. We even left her a great tip because she truly earned it. But the bar was a completely different story. I asked bartender Vick for water, and not only did he ignore me the first time, but when I asked again respectfully, he gave me attitude, served others first, and then left my water at the far end of the bar like I wasn't worth the effort. When I asked another bartender, Henry, for his name, he also responded with attitude. The manager handled the situation professionally and apologized, but no customer spending good money should be treated like that. The restaurant itself is great, but the bartenders need serious improvement

Had a nice impromptu dinner on way back from Day of errands. Such a nice Restaurant with peaceful relaxing feel. Had the Pork Chop (delicious w/o sauce) & Branzino (delicious w/ decent sauce) & Sides with Broccolini (ok sauce) & Mushrooms (delicious). Sauces were a bit sub par but the rest was great. Service & the Server were wonderful Can't wait to come back and experience the inside rooms.

KAREN is the best!!!! AARON is pretty alright too :) service: KAREN all the stars and then some KAREN is always amazingly friendly, personable, attentive, and sweet. Makes me extra happy to see her when I randomly pop in. So many starts for her! food: ZUCCHINI CHIPS no complaints ambiance; Standard Clyde's. No complaints. Def better with KAREN!!

I came here recently with my girlfriend. This is a nice place with great ambiance. Unfortunately, I ordered the wrong thing - meatloaf, and I asked not to include the mushrooms, which I love, because I wanted to share. The meatloaf was extremely bland, and looked nothing like meatloaf. My girlfriend ordered the lamb shank, and it was really good. I also ordered calamari, which was pretty good. We ordered drinks. My martini was very good. My girlfriend ordered an old fashioned and it was the smallest I've ever seen. Had to order two for her. Overall, a really nice experience.

Let me start with this was a "wow" experience... The food, service and atmosphere were all terrific. Alex our waiter was particularly great and I would request him. We started with the raw bar and enjoyed jumbo shrimp and oysters. Followed by salad. Entrees were delicious (pictured) and perfectly cooked and seasoned. Everything was beyond expectations and we enjoyed every minute. I'm ready to go again!

This place had amazing service, food and decor! We came during the week to do something different and we're not disappointed. What I really appreciated was the portion sizes which were just enough. This allowed us to allow to do an appetizer, dinner and dessert.

Been here a few times for medium sized gatherings at the bar. Even when the bar is busy, the bartenders are quick and attentive. We tried many appetizers, all were yummy and came out quick!

(4.15) ~ Very good brunch w. some updates: DRINKS: ** Water (tap) = (4.15) Very good, must be filtered;) ** OJ = (4) very good FOOD: ** Honeycrisp Apple Fritters = (4.25) Very good, wanted more maple icing;) ** Cinnamon Roll = (4.25) Very tasty

Clyde's Tower Oaks is our go-to for date night and with friends nearby! We have never had bad experiences there with anything, and that's hard to say these days. Go now while Clyde's is having their Fall Lobster special, not to be missed!!!

This review is for brunch served on a Sunday. We had a table outside facing a pond. There are only 5 tables available and they are first come first serve. We got to the restaurant before it opened at 11 am. While waiting 10 minutes before the restaurant opened, there was a broken wine bottle on the sidewalk. I had to tell people to be careful. This should have been cleaned up by staff much earlier since this is a safety hazard if someone fell and got injured from the broken glass. Our waitress was friendly in the beginning, but then stopped because we didn't order any alcoholic drinks with our meals. We noticed a big difference in her customer service at the nearby tables. When she dropped the check off, it was in silence. No thank you, no smile, no eye contact. I have received much better service from staff at less upscale restaurants. Managers should train their staff to be pleasant to ALL customers, not just those who order liquor. Finally, the brunch entrees were disappointing. The traditional Eggs Benedict with poached eggs, Canadian bacon, muffins with potatoes were overcooked and dry. The Brioche French Toast was soggy. I used to look forward to coming here, but not anymore. I would not recommend having brunch. Better for you to go somewhere else and feel welcomed.

I saw Alex the bartender spitting on a drink because he said the last time the customer came around he did not leave any tip, I will call Human Resources because that is unacceptable

Whoever has been answering the phone to take reservations has no charisma whatsoever to be in the frontline of service. We called and 3 times in a row we were put on hold with what only sounded like a mumble of a greeting and then music. We gave up and will be going elsewhere.

5 stars for ambiance, 4 stars for food / price value, and 3 stars for service. Overall average of 4 stars. We went with a one year old on a Holiday and the place was pretty spacious and empty, likely because the space is HUGE. If you are ever looking for a decent night out last minute with no reservations, Clyde's feels like it could be a safe bet. We ordered birria tacos and their burger. The tacos were surprisingly great, the burger was okay (felt a bit under-seasoned). Service was fast, fine - nothing outstanding. For the vibe and price of food, I was expecting a slightly better service, but maybe that was my expectation. Again, nothing wrong with the service, nothing great about it either. It was a fine experience, and I would come back if I'm in the area & in the mood for a cabin-cozy, in the woods vibe, nice lunch or dinner. Not a place you would drive out far for.

First time at this location. It's beautiful and definitely a vibe. We came here with our two year old for dinner. Kid-friendly stamped. The service was top notch and the food was excellent. There isn't a bad seat in the place. Definitely will come back.

This restaurant is actually hard to review... Some of the things in it were very nice, and others a bit disappointing. The decor in this restaurant was really cool - old hunting lodge fib. Service was hit and miss. Same with the food. Came here with a group, and some things were good and some were not very good. Service was OK, but our server was stretched pretty thin.

Wonderful first time experience! Came here to celebrate friend's birthday with a group and the staff was more than accommodating. The ambiance has the cabin charm that adds to the restaurant allure especially in the wintertime. The food and drinks were great and everyone left quite satisfied.

We went here for happy hour which is in the bar only 3-6 pm. There's some drinks and discounted platters. We had half a dozen oysters, Calamari, Mussels, and fries. The Oysters were good, salty and sweet. The Calamari isn't all squid, it has some pickles and bell pepper covered with batter, it was kinda disappointing. Just because i was expecting it to be pure squid only. The mussels was great. Ambiance was very cabin core. The service was ok. I guess because the bartenders were stretched thin, it feels rushed or they are hardly paying attention since they are so busy.

Clyde's Rockville location has to be the best due to its size and privacy of the restaurant. My family and I have been going for years but went last night for dinner with my boyfriend's family. We had calamari, grilled octopus and sliders for our appetizers, a variety of steak frites and I had the butternut squash ravioli. My boyfriend had the ribeye which was probably the best out of everyone's dishes. I also had the tiramisu, crème brûlée (I recommend) and someone had the toasted marshmello milkshake. Service was great, we really enjoyed our time.

Ambiance is off the charts with the cozy Adirondacks style restaurant. Service, also great. Very attentive and personable. Good was quite good. Two in my party ordered steaks and were very happy with their beef. I had to try the Reuben and was really happy with my sandwich. Order the sides like a steakhouse. They are large and meant to be shared by the table. We went for a birthday celebration and the server brought a cute cupcake with a candle. We will definitely go back again. We dined on a Sunday night, and the place was hopping. The large and separated bar area had sports games going. My husband would duck in to catch the game scores.

Their hunting lodge motif might be a bit kitschy, but the food and service are great. I highly recommend both the ribeye and the trout. Their calamari appetizer is excellent. For dessert, you can't go wrong with either the chocolate cake or the bread pudding. And its good value for money as well; we spent $354 for a 5-person meal, before tipping. I'd call it a solid four-star meal.

A holiday luncheon with close friends. Our server was excellent. The food lovely. Our group chatted for hours in the beautiful atmosphere. Tower Oaks is a unique and traditional place. The interior room where we ate has a jockey, country club theme. The other room, represented in the photos, is the Adirondack room. Both rooms have fireplaces with roaring fires. This time of year the holiday decorations add a special touch. It's a tasty and unique place to go. Make a reservation. Highly recommended. Enjoy.

Great ambiance, especially like coming here during the winter/Christmas times. It feels so cozy. Our waiter was very helpful and attentive. -Creamy crab soup is a must! -The grill octopus appetizer is cooked to perfection. I do wish there was less of the tomato sauce. It was a bit overpowering. -the shrimp in the shrimp cocktail were a great size though there is only 3 to an order -steak is always cooked to perfectly every time we order -loved the scallops as well, sitting on a bed of mushroom and some sort of wild rice. Not too salty

The wait was a while despite having reservations, but I guess that happens on a Friday night sometimes. The food was pretty good. Oysters, the artichoke crab dip, & Reuben were all good...maybe a bit too much meat in the Reuben, but my dog was appreciative when I got back home. Good environment that was a little loud for romantic, but still pretty calm.

Great spot. Love the ambience here inside and outside. Easy parking and comfy seating. Inside is warm and cozy. Service was really good. There are many food options, both healthy, and comfort food.

Clyde's is one of the few places in the Gaithersburg/Rockville/North Bethesda area that's actually open late (1am Fri/Sat and midnight otherwise) and that serves actual food (i.e. not a dive bar or diner). Also - oysters are half price after 10pm! Can't believe it took me so long to realize this. It is the PERFECT place to come after a play or movie and get a bite to eat in a comfortable setting. The oysters we had were delicious. Both bars were also full and looked like a good scene if that's your thing - we sat in the dining area with the canoe.

Great food and atmosphere. Been a few times to this location and I always get excited to come back when I get the chance.

For whatever reason I had low expectations for dinner here, but I was pleasantly surprised! First, the decor is a specific style but they really commit! Two people in my group separately said they felt like they were at Disney World with the strong theming. The restaurant is also huge with two bars and a large patio space. We all opted for some typical dinner choices, like scallops, salmon, and steak frites. The food was great! Fresh ingredients, lots of color, and great flavors. The highlight was the octopus appetizer and the scallop entree. We also got the made-in-house ice cream, which was delicious and a great value. This would be a great place to go for dinner with friends or family- not sure if young kids would fit the vibe, but there's something on the menu for everyone.

We love Clyde's in general. This location just became our favorite one. Love the decor and entrance to our seating area. Great service as always! Give the Trout Parmesan if you are not sure what to try. Can't miss!

There are enough parking and as you walk it, it's pretty nice with the rustic aesthetic feeling. The server was nice. We ordered the chicken wings and calamari. The wings could use a little bit more sauce, it was a tad dry. My wife ordered the chicken mushroom fettuccine pasta and she said she was disappointed because the amount of chicken was very little in respect to the price. I ordered the lodge burger, though I didn't have issues with portion size but there was no seasoning in the meat and it was pretty bland. My question was why should I pay $20 for a burger when a similar burger is available for half the price at a chain. The burger had nothing authentic or some elements that makes it special maybe be apple smoked bacon or pickles or just something. It was too bland and lacked seasoning that made me question maybe if I would have ordered something else might have been better. The good thing is the timings, it's opened till midnight and it's not a Denny's so that's amazing but food and quality wise it can be better.

First impression is driving up to the lovely restaurant. It has such a welcoming exterior. Thanks to DC traffic, we arrived a little late. Mercifully, the rest of our party was already seated. The appetizers were really good. We had calamari and the smoked red pepper hummus and pitas. Both appetizers were good. It was a nice start to our meal. We were in a seafood mood. Our friends ordered fish, my husband a crab cake and I ordered the scallops. I loved the scallops! They were divine! For dessert, my husband and I shared a strawberry rhubarb crisp. It was delicious! I can't wait to come back and try more items on the menu!

I've been to Clyde's several times in the past ten years. I've always appreciated their wide range of menu options. Most recently, I had their Apple fritters and falafel bowl. Their fritters were good, but I recommend asking for an extra side of the maple icing. The fritters are topped with a small drizzle, but ours has little to none. It was an easy fix and I really enjoyed them. Each order comes with 5 fritters. The falafel bowl funnily came on a plate? I asked for the vinaigrette on the side, but it must have gotten forgotten (no biggy, but the meal was more wet than I usually like). Overall, the food was good. The service, however, was a little slow. My friend and I waited quite some time to get our check, but the waitress was kind/friendly throughout.

We went there with the family for the Christmas Holiday for dinner. The food and service were great. Everyone loved the food, especially the salmon, crab cakes and cream of crab soup. Thanks Martin for your exceptional service.

We celebrated our friend's 30th birthday. There was about 20 of us in total. We ordered a variety of items from the menu and enjoyed pretty much all of it. We were given complimentary coffee cake and our waiters were very helpful and attentive. The ambiance is always a conversation starter here at Clyde's as it is very decorated but we like it. Our nieces and nephews loved watching the fish in the pond outside. Clyde's is a nice family restaurant.

Delicious dinner with my daughter and grand kids. Kids' meals were plentiful and a nice selection. Cheeseburger and a side of very fresh fruit, and chicken tenders - nice and moist - with good, crispy fries. Adults had the Cobb Salad and the Butternut squash ravioli - both delicious. Our waitress was excellent and knew how to anticipate kids' needs - she had them divide the shared brownie sundae for dessert. The carrot cake cupcake was a perfect, mini ending to a lovely meal. There's so much to see in the environment, we could play "I spy" while waiting for food to arrive.

Clyde'sTower Oaks Lodge is a good experience. We sat at the bar as our group arrived before heading into the main restaurant dining area. The bar is amply stocked with standard measured pours for standard Rockville prices. I didn't notice any happy hour options, but I may missed them. We sat in a booth, which was comfortable and the table was in good repair. Furniture was in good condition and wasn't beat up. Wait staff took drink orders right away and drinks arrived quickly. We asked for a few minutes to look over menu.We ordered an appetizer which came out quickly and then ordered our entrees. We had fish and steak options for the table. Food was good. Fish was better than the steak; well seasoned and cooked thoroughly without being overcooked. The steak, ribeye in particular was blah. It was an ok cut of meat, probably choice that had more gristle than I'd expected for the ambiance Clyde's is trying to achieve. The steaks were bland in flavor, but cooked to everyone's preference. Wine selection is good. Overall a good experience. The atmosphere and ambiance is better than the steaks. Fish and sides are better aligned to the ambiance. Prices for the steaks are high for the quantity and quality that our table received. I recommend Clyde's Tower Oaks Lodge for the experience of the atmosphere, ambiance, drinks and fish and appetizer options.

Had a lovely dinner at Clyde's Tower Oaks Lodge the other night. Pulling up under those big lighted arches still feels like a mini getaway. The place looks spectacular inside--all that wood, stone, and roaring fireplaces--and it instantly puts you in a good mood. Started with excellent crab dip and some very fresh happy-hour oysters. My ribeye was spot-on, perfectly cooked with great flavor, and the sides were fresh and seasonal. Service was friendly and efficient throughout. Only small downside: it got pretty loud as the room filled up, which made chatting a little harder toward the end. Overall a really solid 4-star experience--pricey but worth it for a nice night out. We'll be back, probably on a weeknight when it's quieter.

Food was very average, Steak salad was nothing special, the trout was fair at best. Been here many times but this was the most disappointing. I requested a different table 3 times and the arrogant (male) host said it couldn't be done yet other tables were available. The server ( waiter) was very lazy and disappeared once the meal was served. plates were piled up and the support staff ignored us. Other places to spend my money.

Amazing how Clyde's Tower Oaks is always busy and still prepares a fabulous meal every time. Our server Cliff was terrific, making sure we had everything. Food was delicious - I really liked the Birria Tacos. It's on the loud side but if you can get a booth, you will be able to hear your dining companions.

I have a few "tried & true" restaurants where I go whenever I want a guaranteed good meal. I'm not talking fancy - just good. Maybe I have had a bad day or maybe I just need a little pick-me-up. Anyway, there are a handful of places that work for me. Clyde's Tower Oaks Lodge used to be one of them. No more however. This review will forever be listed under the title of "don't pee on my shoe and tell me it's raining." At my most recent dinner there, I ordered my favorite thing - the blue cheese burger. Instead of the big, indulgent, delicious and filling meal that I have become used to over the years, I got a sad replica of the past. Now, the burger patty is small (definitely smaller but oddly plumped up around the outer rim to look thicker) than it used to be. Noticeably smaller. The amount of blue cheese is also less than used to be. The bun was not acceptable - it was stale and tasteless. The bun used to be firm enough to stand up to the large patty of the past; the current bun is just a plasticized version of a real burger bun. I am also sad to report that the size of the French fry serving has noticeably decreased - by a large degree. To try and "trick" me, they now place the fries inside a small metal tray placed onto the burger plate. It did not trick me, however, because the serving size of fries is so much smaller than the prior plate that Stevie Wonder would know what happened - Clyde's has just decreased the amount of food. Decreased it by a lot! This is a sad and devastating development in my humble opinion. The one bright spot of my last meal there was the server, Rebecca C. She was delightful - friendly, fast, efficient and good at her job. As good as she was, however, I have no choice but to remove Clyde's Tower Oaks Lodge from my usual rotation of reliable restaurants. I can no longer recommend Clyde's Tower Oaks Lodge to anyone.

I have been a patron to TO for as long as they have been in business and over the years there have been peaks and valleys like any restaurant and dinner last night was pretty darn good. We always try to eat at the back bar where the light is good and the noise is low! We had crab cakes and the cowboy ribeye with mash potatoes and broccolini whatever that is - skinny broccoli! The cowboy ribeye was really a sirloin and they need to get that right - does not look like a rib-eye I always get at Ruth Chris - at least get the cut right and drop the price by $15! The service is great and our two bartenders were awesome! I must say one thing - THE PRICES ARE WAY TOO HIGH! My steak is $15 in a store and marking it up to $50...a bit nuts and the last time I have an entree there - sorry but i have to draw the line somewhere.

The atmosphere is awesome!!!! Love the decor. The food was great too! I got the shrimp salad and it was so flavorful!

Steak Frites Disaster (New York Cut) Really bad cut of meat, 50% gristle with their shallot-dijon-cream-sauce poured completely covering over connective tissue. Couldn't chew it, ended up spitting in napkin. The most aggravating part was that I couldn't see the steak due to the amount of sauce. It felt like someone was covering it up on purpose. The worst of it, the gristle faced the outside of the dinner plate. Dirty Pool! I keep pondering why would they even serve this low grade cut.

Cozy place. Lodge feel...dark, good music playing. Plenty of seating at bar for like 50... Multiple trips here. Steaks are excellent. I tried the meatloaf...just like mommas. It has a few TV's. Bartenders are very attentive and make sure you're happy. Perfect for a date or business dinner or even stag at the bar. Solid choice for Rockville area.