“ The space itself is uncomfortably small (but they are expanding soon!). So I wouldn't go and expect to sit. The nice thing it's located in a cute Riverdale Park where you could go find an outdoor spot. My favorite treats here are the ginger molasses cookie and focaccia. I get two focaccias every Saturday at the Gateway Farmers Market (which they will still be doing when they close for expansion). The tomato basil focaccia is my favorite! You never know what focaccia they will have so it's a nice surprise. You cannot go wrong with any kind of focaccia they have. Staff have always been friendly. ”

“ Well, I am late to the party, but I finally got to the much-vaunted Manifest Bread bakery at 6208 Rhode Island Avenue in Riverdale Park, Maryland 20737. And, now that I've stopped there for a sandwich, a cocktail, and a cookie, I definitely see what all the fuss is about! By 2:30 pm on a Saturday afternoon, the small bakery had run out of a lot of things, but I was able to get a Chicken Salad Sandwich on a baguette ($10), two Oatmeal Date Cookies ($3), two Financiers ($5), and a Mediterranean Gin & Tonic ($12). There is nothing quite as refreshing as a G&T on a hot day, and this one had a unique edge: the addition of clementine liqueur, which gave it a citrusy sweetness, and lovely color. The baguette was the best I have tasted in the DMV... spectacularly crispy and nutty on the outside and tender on the inside, and filled with a very creamy house-made chicken salad... an enormous sandwich of very high quality for $10 (photo shows only the smaller half). Oh, Manifest... just when I have found you, you are closing soon for a planned expansion. So, folks, if you haven't been to Manifest yet, don't dilly dally... they will close for 3 to 4 months starting at closing time on July 28 (last day of service), and hope to re-open as a 20-table cafe with a 7-seat bar sometime in November, after they have expanded into the space next door. And, while you're in the neighborhood, you can leave your car in the lot in front of Manifest and walk across the street to Town Center Market liquor store (amazing selection of rare rums, whiskeys, tequilas, liqueurs, and other spirits), and 2Fifty Texas BBQ, home of award-winning smoked meats. Foodie field trip! DISCLAIMER: This is NOT a review, but an off-the-cuff post describing a snapshot of a single meal or item on a single date. I am a former Washington Post restaurant reviewer who now posts on a volunteer basis only to share info of culinary interest to my local community. I am not paid by, or affiliated with, any of the establishments I document. ”

“ This bakery is the truth! Popped in, thinking I was going to have a hearty breakfast for Juneteenth, and it ended up being a bakery - best decision ever! The line was a few people out the door, which I didn't mind, and we were served promptly. We ordered a cold brew and a latte, The almond and rhubarb financier (if memory serves me correctly) and the cardamom roll. All were excellent - I mean wow. Decadent but light and full of flavor. The financier has such an interesting texture with the surprise bite of compote in the middle - SO good. The roll was like eating a delish slice of chai bread - I dont know if that's a real thing but this is what I envision it to be. This place was so good we came right back after running some errands and grabbed the buerre jambon sandwich and two more financiers and the salted caramel corn cookie. That sandwich was made from the heart of a french chef and no one can tell me different. I mean just wow! The meat, the bites of salt. THE BUTTER?? Salivating just thinking about it. The cookie was good and loved the toffee center. This place is dangerous but I love the danger zone - for sure I will be back! ”

“ I'm hooked. Their bread is so flavorful and fresh. They make a mean latte. Their pastries are well executed. I haven't tried anything I didn't like! It's a small storefront with a surprising number of options. There's usually a line out the door on weekends and it moves fairly quickly. There's only a few seats inside, so unless you're lucky, don't plan to stay. Weekdays are less busy and that usually when I stop by for their delicious hummus, feta and broccoli sandwich on focaccia. ”

“ Talk about a Hidden gen! This bakery is in a small, nondescript shopping center by the train tracks in Riverdale. If you've ever been to Texas 50 it is close to that. They make the most incredible pastry, breads, and cakes, and on Thursdays you can special order a pizza that is out of this world. This morning I picked up some chocolate croissants and some apple turnovers and needless to say they received rave reviews from my guest visiting from out of town . The croissants are unbelievable. I think the best in the DMV by far there was only one table inside to set but there's a park close by when the weather is nice and you can have your coffee and pastry highly recommend this establishment and I can tell you I have bought cakes for birthdays and they are delicious as well. ”

“ I finally popped into this bakery after a year and a half living nearby, and I'm so mad it took this long because everything I purchased was amazing! I tried the chocolate chip cookie, gingerbread cake, and the cardamom bun. I have zero complaints with each of these items. Just wow. I'll definitely return soon. ”

“ Their pastries were good. For the price of them they could be a bit bigger for sure. I got the croissant, pain au chocolat, and quince danish with a coffee which came up to about 21 dollars. The line was quick and the ambiance gives cute cafe. ”

“ Manifest is a great bakery. I picked up sourdough, a bialy, a croissant, a chocolate chip cookie, and a vanilla latte. Everything was delicious. Bread was great. I really loved my my bialy, which was super flavorful. Latte was perfect. Service was friendly. Manifest is small and there was a line out the door 10 minutes after opening. I'm really looking forward to returning and trying much more on the menu. ”

“ Manifest Bread is absolutely the most prime bakery in PG County and the NE DC area! Their sourdough bread is incredible, their sandwiches are creative and delightful, and the baked goods are out of this world! Their cardamom bun is truly otherworldly! My other favorites are their oatmeal date cookie, molasses cookie, oat & plum financier, and their focaccia breads. They offer great coffee apparently too. They also make pizzas on Thursday evening for the local farmers market ”