Express Cafe in Gaithersburg, MD, has earned a loyal following among locals for its welcoming atmosphere and delightful American fare. Tucked away at 15916 Shady Grove Rd, this restaurant is renowned for its breakfast offerings, particularly the scrumptious Bacon Egg & Cheese sandwich, hailed by patrons like tori wade for its top-notch flavor and satisfying portions.
Customers rave about the attention to detail, with Keegan McNabb emphasizing that despite its long-standing presence, the quality of food remains consistently high—making it a staple for takeout. The Chicken Fried Rice garnished with a fried egg and jalapeños has captivated taste buds, while the Owner's commitment to customer satisfaction shines through every review, leaving guests eager to return.
Notably, the cafe operates primarily as a take-out venue, which adds to its charm. Joe Turner claims to be "borderline addicted" to the breakfast sandwiches, and it's easy to see why: they embody freshness and flavor without the wait. For anyone in need of a hearty and satisfying meal, Express Cafe comes highly recommended as the perfect choice to start your day or to grab a delicious lunch on the go.
Amenities and More
Service options
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Fast service
Great coffee
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Coffee
Comfort food
Food
Quick bite
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
NFC mobile payments
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking
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Reviews For Express Cafe
tori wade
Jun 6,2025
My go-to spot for breakfast. Today I got a Bacon Egg & Cheese on toast with butter and jelly. Delicious 10/10
Amu
May 17,2025
Owner was very nice. He assured me they don't use the large pieces of crushed pepper. I ordered combo fried rice with the 2 eggs and it was soo good! I can't believe I never knew this place existed! I love eggs with my food. They do you have ham in the fried rice, but I'm sure you can ask for it to be made without. They are a take-out only place that close after lunchtime. The inside was well organized. The main dishes had accurate pictures. I definitely want to come back to try the chicken teriyaki because they lightly grill everything instead of cooking with oil in a pan. Wish they were open all day! I would come grab take-out every dinner time!
Keegan McNabb
May 12,2025
The place hasn’t changed in the past 15 years and that’s what everyone loves. They have good quality food, fast and a reasonable price. They have all your normal take out items but my go to is the Chicken fried rice, they give you a fried egg on top, fresh jalapenos and hot sauce. Want quality food that makes you feel good then come here for your next breakfast or lunch. I’ve been here hundreds of times and have introduced so many people here. If you see this review you need to give them a try.
Peace in The world
Apr 29,2025
I love the food from this place highly recommended for anyone around Shady Grove next to the 7-11
Joe Turner
Apr 27,2025
Great breakfast location! I’m borderline addicted to their breakfast sandwiches! I get the bacon, egg, and cheese on white bread sandwich and it is super filling, always fresh/hot, and they don’t take long to make it! The service is fast and friendly. This is definitely a regular go to for breakfast!
The FoodBeVenturer com
Apr 7,2025
Any spot that does a full, proper menu at 6am is MY kinda spot! And the food is absolute fire!
Norman M. Wereley
Mar 28,2025
I have been coming here for years and the food is great diner food. It also opens early and you can get a take out lunch early morning. Gyro sandwich combo (includes crinkle cut fries) is a great sandwich... lots of feta, gyro meat, and yogurt sauce. Fries too are amazingly good. I also really like their steak and cheese combo.
Brenda Montague
Mar 13,2025
Great food! Great service! Great salmon burger! Great old school real steak and cheese! Wow!
Reviews For Express Cafe