The community is rallying to support Campestre Chicken after a kitchen fire forced the restaurant to temporarily close at the Maryland Farms Shopping Center in White Oak, a retail center that spans both Montgomery County and Prince George’s County.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services responded to the fire on Friday at the restaurant’s location at 11400 Cherry Hill Road. According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, the incident was determined to be a grease fire that originated in the kitchen ductwork. The fire was brought under control, and no injuries were reported. Damage was estimated at approximately $30,000, and fire code enforcement and a Montgomery County health inspector were notified following the incident.
In a statement shared with the community, Campestre Chicken said the fire caused significant smoke and water damage, requiring a temporary closure. The restaurant noted that while it is insured and working through the recovery and rebuilding process, closures can create financial gaps and delays that are challenging for small businesses.
On Saturday morning, 1/24, our restaurant experienced a fire that caused significant smoke and water damage, forcing us to temporarily close.The most important thing is that everyone is safe. We are insured and actively working through the recovery and rebuilding process, but as many small businesses know, situations like this can take time and come with unexpected gaps and delays.This GoFundMe is for those who have asked how they can help support us during this time. Any funds raised will help support our staff while we are closed, assist with immediate recovery needs not always covered upfront, and help us work toward reopening as smoothly as possible.We are incredibly grateful for the outpouring of love, messages, and encouragement we’ve already received. Thank you for standing with us during this unexpected chapter. We look forward to welcoming everyone back once it’s safe to do so.with gratitude,Campestre Chicken_____________________________________________________________La mañana del sábado 1/24, nuestro restaurante sufrió un incendio que causó daños significativos por humo y agua, lo que nos obligó a cerrar temporalmente.Lo más importante es que todos están bien. Contamos con seguro y estamos trabajando activamente en el proceso de recuperación y reconstrucción, pero situaciones como esta toman tiempo y pueden traer retrasos y gastos inesperados.Este GoFundMe es para quienes nos han preguntado cómo pueden apoyarnos durante este tiempo. Los fondos recaudados ayudarán a apoyar a nuestro personal mientras estamos cerrados, cubrir necesidades inmediatas que no siempre están cubiertas de inmediato, y ayudarnos a reabrir lo antes posible.Estamos profundamente agradecidos por todo el cariño, los mensajes y el apoyo que hemos recibido. Gracias por acompañarnos en este momento inesperado. Esperamos poder darles la bienvenida nuevamente muy pronto.Con agradecimiento,Campestre Chicken
