District Taco signs lease for space in The Blairs
District Taco has signed a lease to open a location in the The Blairs shopping center, according to an announcement on the restaurant company’s website.
Construction underway at Astro Lab Brewing
Construction is underway at the brewery recently rechristened Astro Lab Brewing, with the intention of opening in the late spring or early summer, according to co-owner Emma Whelan.
Takoma Park trattoria plans expansion this spring
Trattoria da Lina, which opened last March at 7000 Carroll Ave., is expanding into space next door that was occupied by the now-closed Dolci Gelati, according to an announcement from Main Street Takoma.
Two Restaurants Coming to 8407 Ramsey on Track to Open in April
The two new restaurants going into 8407 Ramsey Ave. have been granted a liquor license and are on track to open in April, according to owner Ivan Iricanin.
What’s wrong with the Silver Spring economy? Probably nothing
Recent announcements of business closings in Silver Spring have driven an increase in online chatter asking, “What’s wrong with the local economy?”
Couple With Local Roots Plan Taqueria in Takoma Park
A couple with local roots will open a taqueria at 7056 Carroll Ave., currently occupied by a Subway sandwich shop, in Takoma Park.
New entity applies for liquor license at 8407 Ramsey
An entity calling itself “Tacos, Tortas & Tequila” has applied for the transfer of a Class B liquor license at 8407 Ramsey Ave., the site of the former 8407 Kitchen Bar.
Paisano’s Pizza to open on Georgia Avenue
Paisano’s Pizza, a northern Virginia-based chain, plans to open a location at 8213 Georgia Ave., formerly occupied by Radio Shack.
Massage Envy to open Monday in downtown Silver Spring
A local franchise of Massage Envy, a nationwide wellness company, will open Monday, January 8 at 955 Wayne Ave.