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El Catrachito is Now Open in Olney

Published April 23, 2022 at 1:05PM

El Catrachito has opened its fourth MoCo location in Olney, taking over the location that was formerly home to Milk & Cheese at 18050 Georgia Avenue. Back in November, we were able to confirmed that Milk & Cheese closed permanently after operating for approximately 6 months in the location that was also the former site of Thai Cuisine.

The restaurant opened its most recent location at 211. N Frederick Ave in Gaithersburg just over a year ago. The menu features popular Honduran dishes such as baleadas and pollo can tajadas, as well as Salvadoran dishes like Pupusas and Mexican cuisine like fajitas, and a lot more. El Catrachito has additional locations in Wheaton (2408 University Blvd.) and Takoma Park (940 East-West Highway).

Beyond MoCo: Dogfish Head Alehouse to Close its Falls Church, VA Location

By Patrick Herron

Published April 19, 2022 at 2:54PM | Updated April 19, 2022 at 3:35PM

Dogfish Head Alehouse announced that it will be closing its Falls Church, VA location at 6220 Leesburg Pike in the Seven Corners Shopping Center. The restaurant says it was unable to come to terms with the property owner when it came time to renew its lease. The last day of service will be on May 15.

The Dogfish Alehouse locations at 800 W. Diamond Ave in Gaithersburg and 13041 Lee Jackson Memorial Hwy in Fairfax, VA will remain open.

Shady Grove Burger King Reopens; Now Includes HUGE PIZZA from Ripieno’s and Jo Jo’s Express

By MCS Staff

Published April 9, 2022 at 4:33PM | Updated April 24, 2022 at 9:49AM

The Burger King located at 16004 Shady Grove Rd has reopened after being closed for renovations since the start of 2021. Along with Burger King comes Ripieno’s of Ocean City and Jo Jo’s Express, which has a location in Salisbury. All three restaurants have separate menus and cashiers and the setup of the restaurant is similar to that off a food hall/food court with a common dining area.

Ripieno’s features its famous 28” wood-fire pizza, calzones, and subs. JoJo’s Express features “American style” dishes like fried chicken, steak, and fried seafood. The Burger King has the standard Burger King menu and is available from the drive-thru (the other two restaurants are not available via drive-thru). All three restaurants also share a salad bar. Check out this video of how huge the pizza actually is.

Firepan KBBQ Announces Opening Date

By MCS Staff

Published April 1, 2022 at 11:17AM | Updated April 1, 2022 at 2:36PM

Back in April of 2021, we let you know that Firepan KBBQ started construction at the old Pete’s New Haven Style Pizza location at 962 Wayne Avenue Suite L-B in Downtown Silver Spring.

Firepan had its Montgomery County ABS alcohol license hearing on November 4, and has announced an August 1st, 2022 opening date on its website.

Bethesda: Updated Opening Date for ‘Hip Flask’ Rooftop Bar

By MCS Staff

Published March 25, 2022 at 9:16AM

Hip Flask, the rooftop bar that’s inside of The Marriott Bethesda Downtown at Marriott HQ, will be opening up a few weeks later than previously anticipated. Representatives tell us the bar now plans to open on Tuesday, May 3rd

Hip Flask will serve small plates and craft cocktails. The new hotel also features a 360 degree lobby bar. Seventh State, the hotel’s restaurant, which includes a built-in Italian wood oven and indoor/outdoor seating opened earlier this month.

Montgomery Village: MV Shopping Center Update

By Patrick Herron

Published March 4, 2022 at 3:34PM | Updated March 5, 2022 at 8:19PM

Building permit signs have been posted on the future sites of Kobe Japan, The Joint, and Boo Boo Pho. This is an indication that construction will likely be starting soon on these properties.

Kobe Japan will be located at 19226 Montgomery Village Ave, next to the recently opened Moe’s Southwest Grill.

El Mercat Bar De Tapas, by Chef George Rodrigues, Opens in Rockville Monday

By MCS Staff

Published January 23, 2022 at 10:33AM | Updated January 24, 2022 at 6:36PM

This past summer we let you know that El Mercat Bar De Tapas would be taking over the spot that was most recently home to Gumbo Ya Ya, at 101 Gibbs Street Unit C in Rockville Town Square.

The restaurant held a ticketed preview dinner event this weekend, and will be opening for dinner service to the public tomorrow (Monday, January 23) starting at 5pm, with lunch and brunch arriving in the coming weeks.

Yirasai Sushi Aims to Open in Park Potomac Next Month

By MCS Staff

Published January 17, 2022 at 10:41AM

Back in August, we let you know that Yirasai Sushi would be moving from its Westbard location in Bethesda to Park Potomac (12525 Park Potomac Ave Building G), following a conversation with restaurant management.

From August: “Earlier today we spoke with a manager at Yirasai Sushi, located at 5110 Ridgefield Road in the Westwood Shipping Center in Bethesda, who told us that the tentative plan is to close to the current location later this year as they prepare to move in to the old Elevation Burger spot in Park Potomac that became available last month.”

Kiin Imm and Ruan Thai Make Eater DC’s “15 Standout Thai Restaurants Around DC” List

By MCS Staff

Published January 15, 2022 at 10:17AM | Updated January 15, 2022 at 2:41PM

UPDATED: A previous version of this article only mentioned Ruan Thai

The food and dining site Eater serves as a local restaurant guide, offering reviews as well as news about the restaurant industry. Eater’s DC site recently released a list of “15 Standout Thai Restaurants Around DC” touting the diverse selection of Thai restaurants that show off the variety of dishes and traditions the Southeast Asian nation has to offer.

El Mercat Bar De Tapas (Rockville Town Square) To Hold Opening Event

By MCS Staff

Published January 13, 2022 at 8:21PM

This past summer we let you know that El Mercat Bar De Tapas will be taking over the spot that was most recently home to Gumbo Ya Ya, at 101 Gibbs Street Unit C in Rockville Town Square.

Now we know the restaurant will hold a special friends & family dinner where guests can purchase $75 tickets to the event.

Pupuseria Mama Emilia is Now Open in the Ritchie Center in Rockville

By MCS Staff

Published January 13, 2022 at 1:45PM | Updated January 7, 2023 at 2:02PM

Update: Pupuseria Mama Emilia is now open

Pupuseria Mama Emilia at 785-H Rockville Pike in the Ritchie Center is now open. The new restaurant takes over the location that was formerly home to Dokiya Ramen and Pho 95. Pupuseria Mama Emilia comes to you from the owners of Pupuseria La Familiar, which has locations in Beltsville, College Park, Falls Church (Virginia), and Wheaton in MoCo and boast of Mama Emilia’s family recipe. The menu at the existing restaurants consists of a variety of beverages, Pupusas, soups, and a multitude of Salvadoran dishes.