Potomac residents craving a fresh, hand-rolled bagel are in luck, as Bethesda Bagels is targeting an early September opening for its newest location in Cabin John Village. This highly anticipated addition to the neighborhood’s dining scene will bring the beloved local institution’s famous New York-style bagels to the shopping center.
Downtown Bethesda is set to welcome a new culinary addition as Takumi Japanese Bistro and Bar prepares to open its doors at 4929 Bethesda Avenue. The new restaurant will occupy a space with a rich history of Asian-inspired dining, previously home to Wang Dynasty and, for 15 years before that, the beloved Shanghai Village.
For many long-time residents of Montgomery County, the name Shakey’s Pizza Parlor conjures a flood of nostalgic memories– the aroma of fresh pizza, the clatter of arcade games, and the joyful chaos of family outings. Before the proliferation of modern pizza chains, Shakey’s offered a truly unique and beloved dining experience that left an indelible mark on the local community, especially for those who came of age in the 1970s and 80s.
The culinary scene in Maryland continues to garner national attention, with four exceptional restaurants from our state making their mark on the New York Times’ updated “25 Best Restaurants in DC” list, released on July 28th.
Update: The restaurant has reached out to let us know an internet installation delay is forcing them to postpone the soft opening until August 5th.
Dolan Uyghur Cuisine, a highly anticipated addition to the Montgomery County dining scene since we shared the news a few weeks back, is set to hold its soft opening on Tuesday, August 5th. The restaurant, which specializes in authentic Uyghur dishes from Central Asia, will be located at 20-A Maryland Ave in Rockville, within The Square at Rockville, in the space formerly occupied by Kung Fu Kitchen and Peter Chang Rockville.
A new chapter of inclusive employment is unfolding in Rockville as several graduates from Sunflower Bakery’s renowned training programs have been successfully hired by the eagerly anticipated new Wegmans supermarket. This exciting development highlights the power of specialized training and community partnerships in creating meaningful career opportunities for young adults with learning differences.
Maryland’s all-you-can-eat pizza landscape has seen its final Cici’s slice disappear with the recent closure of the Frederick location at 5010 Buckeystown Pike. This marks the complete departure of the popular pizza buffet chain, according to the Cici’s Pizza website. The Frederick location’s phone number is no longer in service, and the restaurant is marked as closed on Google and Yelp. Additionally, it has been removed from the corporate website.
Sweet Bamboo Boba stands out as Maryland’s first do-it-yourself (DIY) bubble tea bar, offering a highly personalized experience where customers can craft their ideal drink. Sweet Bamboo Boba first opened its doors in Severna Park, Maryland, in 2023, and is now expanding with a new location planned for Downtown Silver Spring.
While the “Best of DC” awards might focus on the nation’s capital, several Maryland establishments consistently prove their bagel prowess, earning recognition among the region’s top contenders. For aficionados of the perfectly chewy, deliciously crusted bagel, Washington City Paper’s 2025 “Best of DC” awards highlight some must-visit spots right here in Maryland.
For many, ranch dressing is more than just a condiment… it’s a way of life. And when it comes to the nuanced world of this creamy, herbaceous delight, Fox 5’s own Marina Marraco considers herself something of a “ranch connoisseur.” We recently caught up with Marraco, who enthusiastically shared her favorite spots in Maryland where the ranch truly stands out:
ISAAC’s Poultry Market, which won the Restaurant Association of Maryland’s best sandwich category in 2023 for its fried chicken sandwich, recently earned another major accolade: its Honey Butter Chicken Sandwich was named the best chicken sandwich in Maryland by Chowhound. (more…)