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Chevy Chase: Restaurant ‘Elena James’ to Join Chevy Chase Lake Neighborhood

Published March 28, 2022 at 5:07PM

Bozzuto and The Chevy Chase Land Company announced that restaurant ‘Elena James’ will be joining the Chevy Chase Lake neighborhood by the end of 2023. Additionally, a to-be-announced grocer will anchor the site upon opening in fall 2022.

“We are pleased to announce the addition of several new retail offerings to Chevy Chase Lake as we continue to bring exciting and unique concepts to the neighborhood for residents and guests to enjoy,” said Toby Bozzuto, President and CEO of Bozzuto. “With the upcoming opening of The Barrett and The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Chevy Chase, we look forward to bringing to life our collective vision for this vibrant new community gathering space.”

Potomac: D.C.’s Capo Italian Deli is Coming to Cabin John Village

By MCS Staff

Published March 28, 2022 at 6:27AM | Updated September 26, 2022 at 9:58AM

Capo Italian Deli will be opening a new location in Cabin John Village, according to a recent report by Store Reporter. According to the report, the exact location and opening date have not yet been determined, but Capo could be the replacement for Goldberg’s New York Bagels, which will close next month.

The Italian delicatessen was previously available for carryout and delivery in Montgomery County out of sister restaurant Brickside Food & Drink (4866 Cordell Ave) in Bethesda. The deli’s first location opened at 715 Florida Ave in NW, DC. Using a a prohibition style speakeasy gimmick, the deli their old school Italian deli as a “front” to it’s back bar. Capo gained attention in the area in the summer of 2020 for their popular “Fauci Pouchy” carryout cocktails. The deli has since opened a Western Market location and has a Tyson’s Corner location coming soon. The menu includes Italian classics like Chicken Parmigiano, Hot Italian Beef, Prosciutto & Provolone, and more.

Gaithersburg: Vivi Bubble Tea Has Reopened

By Patrick Herron

Published March 27, 2022 at 1:12PM

Vivi Bubble Tea at 18320 Contour Rd (next to Gamestop) in Gaithersburg has reopened.

Vivi temporarily closed back on December 8 when the store’s owner was activated by the military reserves.

Takoma Park: San Pancho, a San Fran Mission-Style Burrito Shop, to Open This Fall

By MCS Staff

Published March 27, 2022 at 8:51AM

Cielo Rojo, a family owned “fine-casual” Mexican restaurant, opened in the heart of Takoma Park at the start of 2019. Owners David Perez and Carolina McCandless first met in 2012 at Gracias Madre, a vegan Mexican restaurant in San Francisco, and now they’re bringing their version of San Fransisco Mission-style burritos to Takoma Park.

San Pancho plans to open this fall in the space that is currently home to Cielo Rojo (7056 Carroll Ave), while Cielo Rojo moves down the street to a larger space. A San Fransisco Mission-style burrito is a type of burrito that first became popular during the 1960s in the Mission District of San Francisco, California. It is distinguished from other burritos by its large size and inclusion of rice and other ingredients, and became popular when major chains like Chipotle, Qdoba, and more, began offering their versions across the county.

Burtonsville: Restaurant 198 (Former Seibel’s Location) to Hold Soft Opening on Sunday, March 27

By Patrick Herron

Published March 26, 2022 at 5:36PM | Updated March 26, 2022 at 9:32PM

Restaurant 198 at 15540 Old Columbia Pike in Burtonsville, the former location of Seibel’s, will hold a breakfast soft opening on Sunday, March 27 from 8am-2pm. The restaurant held a friends and family event earlier today.

Restaurant 198 is the latest restaurant from the owners of Luchador Bar & Eats (formerly Chapala), also in Burtonsville, and the upcoming Centrado Cafe House.

Germantown: Signage Up at Naz’s Halal

By Patrick Herron

Published March 26, 2022 at 10:44AM | Updated May 1, 2022 at 8:26AM

Signage is up and construction is ongoing at Naz’s Halal (13025 Wisteria Drive) in Germantown, the former location of the Water Factory. In December we told you Naz’s would expanding to Germantown, Rockville (1040 Rockville Pike), Takoma Park (7653 New Hampshire Ave) and White Oak (11209 New Hampshire Ave).

The first location outside of New York was also in MoCo, at the Burtonsville Town Center, next to Tropical Smoothie Cafe. That location opened in August 2020 and has become a local favorite with late night hours, remaining open until 2am Sunday through Thursday and 4am on Friday and Saturday.

Chevy Chase: Little Beet Table has Closed Permanently

By MCS Staff

Published March 26, 2022 at 10:08AM

Little Beet Table in Chevy Chase has closed permanently. The restaurant was located in The Collection at Chevy Chase (5471 Wisconsin Ave.) and opened in November of 2020.

Little Beet Table, which still has a location on Park Avenue in New York, served brunch, lunch, dinner and drinks with a vegetable-forward, seasonal approach. They have a 100% gluten-free menu packed with nourishing, wholesome dishes.

Rockville: New Pizzeria That Specializes in “Indian Style” Pizza Coming Soon

By Patrick Herron

Published March 25, 2022 at 11:45AM | Updated March 26, 2022 at 10:50AM

Updated to reflect that it has taken over the former site of Pizza Palace.

Apna Pizza is coming to 14050 Travilah Rd in Rockville, the former site of Pizza Palace. The new pizzeria is currently under construction and representatives from the restaurant tell us that they hope to be open in mid-to-late April.

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.

Olney: Scratch Kitchen & Bistro Sets Opening Date

By MCS Staff

Published March 25, 2022 at 6:07AM | Updated July 3, 2022 at 8:16AM

Scratch Kitchen & Bistro will be taking over the location that was formerly home to CB Acai and House of Fortune at 18062 Georgia Avenue in Olney. The new restaurant has announced on Instagram that it plans to hold its grand opening on Sunday, May 15th. Temporary signage has been up in the windows for about two weeks or so, announcing the restaurant’s May opening.

The restaurant is described as a family-owned bistro and cafe. It will serve breakfast and lunch classics made from locally sourced ingredients. CB Acai announced in November 2021 that it would be closing the Olney storefront and continue to operate its catering business and food truck. The acai bowl and smoothie spot first opened in July of 2020.

Gaithersburg: Ikura Asian Sushi Opening This Week

By Patrick Herron

Published March 22, 2022 at 2:43PM | Updated March 23, 2022 at 8:57AM

Ikura Asian Sushi at 18212 Flower Hill Way (Flower Hill Shopping Center) in Gaithersburg will have its grand opening this Friday, March 25. It replaces Hunan Best, which was in that location for the last 30 years.

Ikura Asian Sushi features Japanese themed cuisine and is owned by Micky Zheng, who is also the owner of Micky’s Chinese Restaurant at 18204 Contour Rd in Gaithersburg.