Planta, an Upscale Plant-Based Restaurant, is Now Aiming for a Fall Opening
Back in January we told you that Planta, an upscale plant-based restaurant featuring a menu by Chef David Lee, will be coming to 4910Elm St at Bethesda Row, in the location formerly occupied by Cafe Deluxe (Cafe Deluxe closed permanently back in March of last year).
Clarksburg Tavern Remains Open its Social Media Account and Google Stating Otherwise
A message was posted on the Clarksburg Tavern Facebook page on Wednesday afternoon stating that the restaurant would be closing on July 23rd.
Back in January we told you that Levain, a New York-based bakery best known for their exceptionally thick cookies, was planning to open its first MoCo location.
Earlier today, Levain announced on social media that the Bethesda location will be tomorrow morning at 8am (Tuesday, 7/13/21). It’ll be located at 4844 Bethesda Ave, in the spot that was previously home to Francesca’s.
The Angry Jerk Will Have a Soft Opening This Wednesday, 7/14/21
Early last month it was reported that the Angry Jerk is coming to 8223 Georgia Ave in Silver Spring, the former location of the Big Greek Café (Big Greek Cafe in Downtown Silver Spring recently moved about 300 feet down Georgia Avenue to the location that was home to Fat Fingers– 8213 Georgia Avenue).
Mr. Wish is Opening First Maryland Location in Rockville
Mr. Wish, a fresh fruit beverage and bubble tea shop, is coming to Congressional Plaza in Rockville– taking over the location that was formerly home to Honeyfish Poke in Congressional Plaza.
MoMo Mochi Coming to The Spot in Rockville
MoMo Mochi, which specializes in mochi donuts known as Mochinuts, is coming to The Spot at 255 N. Washington St in Rockville.
Panera Giving Free Bagels to Vaccinated Customers This Weekend
From July 2-4, Panera Bread will be giving anyone who has received the COVID-19 vaccine a free bagel. One per costumer and you have to visit the store to receive the bagel, no online ordering apps/delivery.
Montgomery County ABS (Formerly DLC) Releases Beer for 70th Anniversary
The Montgomery County Department of Alcohol Beverage Services is celebrating its 70th anniversary today, July 1, 2021, and has announced the release of a special IPA to mark the occasion.
Former Damascus Football Player Bikes Across the Country Raising Money for ALS
On Saturday, June 26th Wil Armstrong, a 2016 Damascus High School graduate, commenced his cross-country bike ride “Against the Wind” from Rehoboth Beach, DE. He is expected to finish 2.5 months later in Seattle, Washington. Throughout this journey, Wil is updating his daily blog with his progress, experiences, and updates on his banana consumption count. During his cross-country journey, he is crowdfunding for the ALS Association after seeing his mentor and former basketball coach, Rodney Lapp, go through it.
Qdoba Coming to Gaithersburg
Qdoba Mexican eats is coming to 16258 N. Frederick Ave in Gaithersburg (Shady Grove intersection).
Frank’s Burger Place is now open at 11265 Triangle Lane in Wheaton. Owner Chef Pedro Matamoros told us that he wants to bring a fresh and local burger place to the area that doesn’t cost a fortune. “We don’t want to charge $15 for a burger like the other places.”
The restaurant is currently serving burgers, dogs, chicken sandwiches, veggie burgers, and shakes. They hope to have beer on tap in the near future. They are open 11am-10pm daily and are also available on DoorDash, UberEats and Grub Hub.