Maman Joon is officially open today, Dec. 18, at Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda after a brief delay caused them to open one day later than anticipated. The fast-casual Persian restaurant has taken over the space previously occupied by Brio’s Chicken, and before that, Tara Thai, bringing its home-style kabobs and family recipes to one of the county’s busiest shopping destinations.
The opening continues Maman Joon’s steady expansion across Montgomery County. The brand first arrived locally in Olney in 2023 alongside sister concept Z-Burger, then opened a Gaithersburg location at 15780 Shady Grove Road in the 270 Center on Nov. 22. The Bethesda location marks another milestone as the concept continues to grow its footprint in the region.
Maman Joon is known for its scratch-made Persian dishes and emphasis on quality ingredients, including spices sourced directly from Iran. The menu features classic favorites like koobideh kabob, saffron chicken, ghormeh sabzi, flavorful rice dishes, vegetarian options, and sharable sides, all served in a fast-casual setting that keeps traditional flavors front and center.
