sari

It must have been date night.

Don,

Bobby and I went to Komi last Saturday night. Missed the President by a day. If he was there I would have invited him to our restaurant. Actually we are starting a Bring Obama to Bobby's campaign. More info on that shortly. The staff said it was great having the President there. Very exciting for everyone at the restaurant. It was my first time dining at Komi. We went with another couple who arrived on time. Bobby was late, almost an hour late and despite his late arrival the staff took such good care of us, did not rush us and I actually had a chance to enjoy my dinner without being made to feel horrible that everyone is waiting for me to leave so they can too which typically happens when we go out after we leave our restaurant.

I agree with your review of the fish it was fabulous. The best part of the entire meal. Loved the raw fish and the dates as well. I am a salt fiend but I found some of the taste's way too salty. Thanks to all who wrote for the date recipie.

Sari

I have never understood the complaint about counter service, some of the best food I have ever eaten has come over a counter or off of a cart, and I am more than happy to pay for the quality food without floating the extra money for the starch in the linens. For me, the only thing I can't fathom is the idea of beans in chili (at least for a hotdog).

thank you for your comment - I am from Chicago and a real Chicago dog does not have any chili on it anyways - you will have to talk to Bobby about the Chili - that is his recipie.

I get that folks want to relax and enjoy dinner and we do provide full table service in the evening

but for lunch - who has time to sit and chill - I just want to get something good to eat and go - is counter service for lunch and table service for dinner just too confusing?

Sari

I went the other day for lunch and must say, the burgers here are excellent. I've tried BGR and Urban Burger based on recommendations on this board, and all were a disappointment. Bobby's was cooked perfect, juicy, and had just the right amount of seasoning and char. BGR and Urban both taste overwhelmingly of pepper. The fries are good too. And the "server" working the floor was great too.

My long-standing complaint about Bobby's is it's very expensive for counter-food/sandwiches. I understand you pay for quality, but if I'm spending $15-20+/person, I'd rather go to a "real" restaurant. This time, I was further turned off by the nasty sign posted regarding Groupon use. A simple "one coupon per table" would suffice, not a 3/4 page tirade. Don't offer coupon deals if you are going to give customers an attitute about using them. I wasn't even using a Groupon and the attitude made me not want to return.

I have been thinking about your "real restaurant" comment and thought this could be a good conversation to throw out to DR members.

Bobby's Crabcakes is not fast food and is not what most people would consider fast casual, i.e. Panera, Costi, etc. It is also not fine dining , i.e. white table cloths.

For lunch customers order at the counter and food is brought to the table on real plates with real utensils. For dinner, customers are seated by a hostess, and served by waiters. The quality of our food is far superior to most restaurants in any category.

Our restaurant is about the food. Our customers come to the restaurant for a quality meal, a glass of good wine or beer and a nice enviornment. We also are all about the communitiy. A place where neighbors can meet, friends see each other and a place where you can actually get to know and speak with the chef. A chef that cares about the quality of the food he is preparing and serving his guests.

Maybe we are a new category of restaurant. Better than fast casual but less formal than fine dining. I think that when you think about it we are as real as it gets but

I am open to discussion and am interested in your thoughts.

Sari

PS We are considering removing the soda machine from the dining room - would this make a difference?.

The low bar comment was a dig at being the best in the area is not hard to attain since the area generally lacks decent steak and cheese or chili dogs, not at the dishes themselves or your attempt to make praise worthy versions of them.

sorry I misunderstood - have a great weekend and write back after you have had a chance to try Bobby's steak and cheese and chili dog and tell me what you think.

Sari

Quite the contrary!! I respectfully disagree. The best things in life are the simplest done well. That is why Bobby's crabcakes are so good, he allows the delicious crabmeat to shine through and doesn't overwhelm his crabcakes with eggs and veggies, etc. Think about how hard it is to get a great burger or a great Caesar salad or a think crust pizza, all simple foods but wow what a range there is of options out there from fabulous to absolutely horrible. Try the cheesesteak and let me know what you think.

PS Sorry but yes there are beans

Sari Bloch

Bobby's Crabcakes

101 Gibbs Street

Rockville Town Square

301-217-0858

bobbyscrabcakes.com

BOBBY'S CRABCAKES IS EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE TWO NEW ADDITIONS TO THE MENU.

CHILI DOGS – 100% KOSHER BEEF DOGS WITH BOBBY’S FAMOUS HOUSE MADE CHILI – TOP IT OFF WITH ONIONS AND CHEDDAR CHEESE. The chili dog comes with a side of french fries for $6.95.

CHEESE STEAKS – FRESH, CHOICE, THINLY SLICED RIBEYE STEAK WITH PROVOLONE CHEESE ON TOASTED SUB ROLL, GRILLED ONIONS AND PEPPERS, LETTUCE AND TOMATO. The cheesesteak comes with a side of french fries for $7.95. (Starting for lunch Saturday January 23, 2010)

Come in and try the best dog and cheese steak in town!!!

Chef/Owner Bobby Bloch

101 Gibbs Street

Rockville, MD 20850

301-217-0858

www.bobbyscrabcakes.com

Dear Don, Fellow Rockwellians,

Bobby and I are very excited to announce that Whole Foods Market is now selling Bobby's Crabcakes "Maryland Real Crabdip" at the Rockville and Kentlands locations.

The crabdip is made with fresh domestic jumbo lump crabmeat, Parmigiano-Reggiano, artichoke hearts and select seasonings. The 8 oz. portion sells for $11.99

We are grateful for the support from this community and would love to hear your comments and reviews.

Please go to Whole Foods, bring some crabdip home tonight and tell us what you think. Brutal honesty expected!!

Sincerely,

Sari and Bobby

Bobby's Crabcakes

Rockville Town Square

101 Gibbs Street

301-217-0858

trying to get some info if anyone has heard about this alleged steak restaurant in the MD burbs????

thanks,

Sari

The "bankruptcy lawyer" and "restaurant owner" parts might come in handy in tandem!

Cheers Sari, and thank you for joining and posting.

Rocks

Don, no sane person, let alone bankruptcy lawyer ever goes into the restuarant business!!! I blame it all on my husband but have no regrets!!!

Sari Kurland Bloch

New high profile, fast paced restaurant seeking Kitchen manager to manage kitchen staff, food production to exacting standards, inventory and ordering of food and supplies. Experience required. Salary negotiable.

High Profile, fast paced new restaurant seeks assistant restaurant manager to run front of house as well as be willing to learn all restaurant jobs/positions. Experience required. Opportunity for advancement.

Salary negotiable.

Send resume to bobby@bobbyscrabcakes.com

Sari Kurland Bloch - owner of Bobby's Crabcakes with husband Bobby Bloch.

Bankruptcy lawyer, mother of three teenagers and now restaurant owner.

Thank you to all the Don Rockwellians for your compliments and visits to our new restaurant. We appreciate your comments, suggestions and thank you for your support of our new venture.