A new fast-casual restaurant in Baltimore’s Cross Street Market is quickly making a name for itself, and earning a viral nickname in the process. The Jollof Bowl (1065 S. Charles St.) has been called the “African Chipotle,” offering a build-your-own experience inspired by the vibrant flavors of West Africa.
Signage for Fish Taco, the popular local restaurant known for its Baja-inspired cuisine, went up earlier this year at The Shops of Potomac Valley in Gaithersburg (12121 Darnestown Rd). A representative for the family-owned business shared that interior construction is set to begin soon, with an anticipated opening sometime in spring 2026.
One of Ocean City’s most beloved sandwich spots, and a social media sensation this summer, has officially wrapped up its season. Seaside Deli, known for its stacked subs, quick wit online, and beach-town charm, announced this past week that it has closed for the season and will reopen in March 2026.
California Fish Grill is set to officially open its first Maryland location this Monday, November 10th, right here in Montgomery County. The fast-casual seafood spot will open at 12238 Rockville Pike, in the shopping strip across from where TGI Friday’s once stood (video preview available below).
The Windy City’s most famous pizza is making its way to the nation’s capital. Chicago-based Giordano’s, known for its legendary stuffed deep-dish pizza, is officially set to open in downtown Washington, D.C., in spring 2026.
Coming soon signage is now up for Guapo’s Taqueria and Charcoal Chicken at the former California Tortilla location at 12211 Darnestown Road in Gaithersburg. The new restaurant will replace the long-running fast-casual Mexican spot, which closed permanently last week.
Flavor Hive’s viral chef and co-founder, Shihan Chowdhury, says he’s looking to expand back home with a potential Maryland location. At a packed one-day fundraiser for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School in Germantown on November 3, Chowdhury told The MoCoShow that he’s actively exploring a Montgomery County location for a future brick-and-mortar Flavor Hive restaurant.
Below is an updated look at the latest retail and dining changes coming soon to Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda, including new restaurants, specialty shops, and brand relocations. (more…)
Saints Row Brewing in Gaithersburg is partnering with La Casita Pupuseria to serve free warm meals to anyone in need on Monday, November 10, from 5pm to 8pm at the brewery’s location, 15 Fulks Corner Avenue in Gaithersburg. (more…)
Plans for a high-end Eddie V’s Prime Seafood restaurant in Gaithersburg’s Lakelands community are no longer moving forward. The original plan included the restaurant being built alongside Lake Varuna located off of Great Seneca Hwy on Lakelands Dr.
Hundreds of people lined up outside Z&Z Manoushe Bakery in Rockville for the bakery’s viral steak and cheese pop-up, a limited-time event that has drawn massive crowds each time it’s offered (preview video available below).