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Hanaro Sushi to Become Newest Kusshi Sushi Restaurant

Published November 4, 2023 at 2:39PM

Hanaro Sushi, located at 7820 Norfolk Ave in Bethesda, is currently undergoing renovations that will result in a change to the owners’ other concept, Kusshi Sushi. The restaurant began renovating earlier this year, remaining open for carryout and delivery only, but will have a new look and name when it reopens. Hanaro owner Wesley Yao took over the restaurant, which has been open since 2008, back in late 2016. The restaurant has continued to operate as Hanaro ever since.

Kusshi Sushi also officially signed on to take over the space that was home to popular sushi restaurant Sushi Damo at 36G Maryland Ave in Rockville Town Square for over 15 years. Sushi Damo, one of the first tenants of Rockville Town Square, closed permanently on October 1st.

NYC’s Chip City Cookies Opens First DMV Area Location

By MCS Staff

Published November 4, 2023 at 9:12AM

Last November, we let you know that New York‘s Chip City will be opening its first Maryland location at the Shoppes of Bethesda, replacing Fancy Cakes By Leslie at 4939 Elm St. Fancy Cakes by Leslie closed in October 2022. The new store opened to plenty of fanfare, as customers and social media influencers alike have been posting their experiences at the new shop.

Five years ago, cookies were a side hustle for Theodore Gailas and Peter Phillips. Since then, they’ve opened over a dozen Chip City cookie shops in and around New York with plans to expand outside of the area. Chip City is expected to rapidly expand, with over 20 stores expected to open in 2023. According to Forbes, The rollout plan will be supported by the founder of fast casual restaurant Shake Shack, Danny Meyer, who recently invested $10 million in the cookies.

Did You Know The Bronze Statues at Rio Have a Story Behind Them That Encourages a Hunt For Missing Objects?

By MCS Staff

Published November 3, 2023 at 12:29PM | Updated November 3, 2023 at 5:03PM

The two bronze statues of a cat and a bear have been a fixture at Gaithersburg’s Rio Lakefront for years, but did you know that they have a name and a story behind them? The whimsical sculptures of Fridolin, the bronze bear, and Kimo, a human size bronze cat, encourages a “hunt for missing objects.”

The bronze animals hold open books that tell a story about their character and that describe six lost items — a pocket watch, hat, suitcase, beehive, Dutch shoes and a bag of popcorn with a bird eating from the bag. See if you can find them all! Read their stories below:

Tysons Corner Will Allow Shoppers to Walk And Shop Throughout The Mall With Alcoholic Beverages

By MCS Staff

Published November 3, 2023 at 9:26AM

Now you can add a “twist” to your shopping experience by sipping on your favorite alcoholic beverage while strolling throughout Tysons Corner Center (1961 Chain Bridge Rd., Tysons, VA). You can purchase your favorite drink at any of our participating restaurants listed below. If a restaurant is not listed, they are not approved to sell alcohol for common area consumption. FAQ and additional info below, courtesy of the mall:

You Can Now Booze While You Browse at Popular DMV-Area Mall

By Patrick Herron

Published November 3, 2023 at 7:58AM

Shoppers at Tyson’s Corner Center (1961 Chain Bridge Rd, Tysons, VA) can now imbibe alcohol while shopping at the mall. According to the Tysons, “Now you can add a “twist” to your shopping experience by sipping on your favorite alcoholic beverage while strolling throughout Tysons Corner Center. You can purchase your favorite drink at any of our participating restaurants listed below. If a restaurant is not listed, they are not approved to sell alcohol for common area consumption”

There will be an official Sip & Shop Launch event on Wednesday, November 8 from 5-8pm where the first 100 shoppers to arrive will receive a gift bag and a $25 gift card from one of the mall’s participating restaurants, including:

District Bistro Opens Today

By Patrick Herron

Published November 3, 2023 at 12:05AM | Updated November 3, 2023 at 8:16AM

District Bistro at 11230 Grandview Ave in Wheaton-Glenmont (former site of Umberto’s), will begin its soft opening on Friday, November 3, at 5pm. According to owner Pedro Matamoros, District Bistro is a new American concept that is focused on “seasonality and use of local ingredients.”

District Bistro shares its location with sister-restaurant Frank’s Burgers, with Frank’s on one side and District Bistro on the other, united by a kitchen in the back. A copy of the menu can be seen below.

First Ever Buy Buy Baby Location Announces Re-Opening Date in November

By MCS Staff

Published November 2, 2023 at 10:14PM | Updated November 11, 2023 at 12:30PM

In July we let you know that Dream on Me, the New Jersey-based company that recently purchased Buy Buy Baby’s brand and digital assets for $15.5 million and was a supplier for the store, was the successful bidder for 11 store leases at a bankruptcy auction for about $1.17 million. Buy Buy Baby’s sole Montgomery County location, at 1683 Rockville Pike in Rockville’s Congressional Plaza, closed its doors on Sunday, July 30th, but was included as one of 11 stores that will reopen. The store will be reopening on Saturday, November 18th. Per Buy Buy Baby Rockville:

“We’re back, BABY! Mark your calendars-you’re invited to our celebration. Saturday, November 18th, 10am – 1pm. Join us for a day of interacting with your favorite brands, experiencing our store’s new look, and learning about the latest must-have products. Plus, attendees will be eligible to win prizes, enjoy delicious treats and go home with a gift bag!* (while supplies last)”

Pines of Rome Express Now Open

By Patrick Herron

Published November 2, 2023 at 5:40PM

Pines of Rome Express is now open at 121B Congressional Lane– the former home of Congressional Deli. Last year, we let you know that Pines of Rome, a Bethesda staple for over 50 years, tabbed WashUrban to spearhead their first ever search for a second location. The new restaurant is located beside/behind Mykonos Grill and near Bed Bath& Beyond.

The original restaurant, which will remain open, is located at 4918 Cordell Ave. in Bethesda. Pines of Rome moved to the location in 2017 and was previously located at 4709 Hampden Lane, opening in 1972. The restaurant is known for its extremely popular white pizza, spaghetti & meatballs, and other traditional Italian dishes. The express version will focus on carry-out and delivery. The menu can be seen below via Instagram.

Carmen’s Italian Ice is Coming to Kentlands

By Patrick Herron

Published November 2, 2023 at 4:11PM

Carmen’s Italian Ice is partnering with the owners of Kung Fu Tea at 130 Market St in Gaithersburg to open a new location. Carmen’s will be sharing the space with Kung Fu Tea, taking over the portion that is currently occupied by Tutti Frutti. According to Carmen’s, it will initially offer 3-4 flavors of custard, 6-8 flavors of Italian ice, milkshakes, and more. The plan is to open in about two weeks. Earlier this year Carmen’s partnered with the Clarksburg Market at 23329 Frederick Rd to open a similar concept in Clarksburg.

About Carmen’s: It started with a simple idea. Introduce homemade gourmet Italian Ice to the Washington DC area. Jason Mandler – a native of Parsippany, New Jersey – opened Carmen’s Italian Ice & Cafe in Rockville, MD in 2001. Tracing its roots back to Philly and South Jersey where this dessert has been a mainstay for years, Carmen’s offers homemade, gourmet Italian Ice in over 60 flavors. It also now offers frozen custard, shakes, and a toppings bar.

What’s New and What’s Coming Soon to Montgomery Mall: November 2023

By Patrick Herron

Published November 2, 2023 at 12:33PM

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Coming Soon: Rolex at Liljenquist & Beckstead

Mussel Bar to Return to Bethesda in New Location

By MCS Staff

Published November 1, 2023 at 2:08PM

Robert Wiedmaier’s Mussel Bar & Grille closed its 7262 Woodmont Ave Bethesda location permanently in April 2022, but the Robert Wiedmaier restaurant group plans to bring the restaurant back to a new location in Bethesda in 2024, according to the group’s website. The restaurant initially opened in Bethesda in July of 2010. A second location opened in Atlantic City, N.J, and a third opened in Ballston. The Atlantic City location has also since closed and the Ballston location remains open. The location of the restaurant will be announced soon.

Per its website, “inspiration for Mussel Bar is an old-world Belgian roadhouse serving Bière, Moules & Frites, the kind of place where Chef in his youth would head late night to unwind with kitchen colleagues, eat simple food and listen to good music. He’s one of the first to ‘muscle’ the craze and honor his Belgian roots in the DC area with bringing the savory mollusks to the forefront of his own gastro-pubs with the original location in Bethesda, MD that opened in July, 2010.” Featured photo courtesy of Taste MoCo.