Rohobot Ethiopian Restaurant Is One of Tom Sietsema’s 8 Favorite Places to Eat Right Now
Washington Post food critic Tom Sietsema has praised Rohobot Ethiopian Restaurant at 7833 Eastern Ave. as one of his “8 Favorite Places to Eat Right Now.”
Patisserie Manuel to Close Montgomery Mall Shop, Keep Silver Spring Location Open
Silver Spring-based Patisserie Manuel will close its Montgomery Mall location on Sunday, March 28, according to a post on their Instagram page. Pastry Chef Claudia Olea opened her kitchen at 8810 Brookville Rd. in 2013 after graduating from L’Academie de Cuisine. That location will remain open for online ordering, pickup and delivery.
Kaldi’s Rooftop Being Remodeled, Enclosed
The rooftop of Kaldi’s Social House is being remodeled and will be completely enclosed, according to owner Tsega Hailemariam. The roof has been an issue with Thayer & Spring apartment residents unhappy about the noise from Kaldi’s, as well as businesses along Georgia Avenue, Hailemariam said.
Takoma Police Investigating Two Cases of Commercial Property Destruction
The Takoma Park Police Department is investigating two cases of commercial destruction of property that occurred early this morning (March 26), according to a community advisory. The first case involved Republic at 6939 Laurel Ave. The second was at Takoma Bev Co., 6917 Laurel Ave.
Local Nonprofit Marks an Unexpected Anniversary
A local nonprofit is marking a one-year anniversary this month that they never expected to see. Community Connections was started in March 2020 by Silver Spring Cares, founded by Liz Brent, owner of Go Brent, a local real estate agency. The program’s purpose was to raise funds to help both food-insecure residents and local restaurants hit by the pandemic.
Spice Street Offering $10 Off $50+ Orders, Dine-In Specials
Spice Street is offering dine-in and carryout specials to Source of the Spring readers. [sponsored]
The Eleanor to Reopen on April 1
The Eleanor will reopen its Downtown Silver Spring location on Thursday, April 1, according to a post on the restaurant’s Instagram account.
Mandalay Reopens After Extended Temporary Closure
Mandalay Restaurant and Café has reopened after an extended temporary closure, according to a message posted on their Facebook page.
Main Street Pearl to Hold Grand Opening Friday in Takoma Park
Main Street Pearl, which advertises itself as a bubbly bar, noshery and tuck shop, will have its grand opening from 3–7 p.m. Friday, March 12 at 7050 Carroll Ave. in Takoma Park. The women-owned space offers bubble tea, kombucha on tap, mocktails, sparkling wine, beer, hard cider and other drinks at the bubbly bar.