Both Jason and Ryanna have eaten at many restaurants in Gaithersburg, Rockville, Bethesda, and beyond!

Here are some of their recommendations:

Silver Diner, Rockville & Gaithersburg (Halal options) - Locally-based diner chain serving traditional American diner fare and healthier options.

CAVA (various locations, Halal options) - Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant that started in the area; offering customizable salads, pitas, juices and more.

Thai Chef Street Food, Rockville - Colorful vibes in this Thai spot serving night festival and market-style food within a town center.

La Brasa Latin Cuisine, Rockville - Casual restaurant off the main stretch of Rockville Pike serving Peruvian and Mexican traditional dishes (limited parking)

Peter Chang, Rockville - Named after the regional cult-favorite chef who started his journey as an embassy chef, this restaurant serves Sichuan and other special Chinese dishes.

Om Indian Restaurant, Rockville - Traditional Indian fare at this simple Bangladeshi-owned restaurant

Pike Kitchen at Edmonston Crossing, Rockville - Buzzy Asian food hall offering poke, bibimbap, Korean fried chicken, Japanese comfort food, bubble tea, snow cream, pho, banh mi, sushi, and more.

Yu Noodles Cafe, Rockville - Chinese hole-in-the-wall restaurant with delicious noodle dishes and tasty desserts.

Taco Bamba at Congressional Plaza, Rockville - Cult-following taco chain owned by Chef Victor Albitsu who has Peruvian-Cuban roots. Each location has its own special taco reflecting the demographics of the neighborhood.

Naz's Halal Food, Rockville (Halal) - Halal gyro and rice bowl spot that started out as a food truck in Queens, NY.

Shouk, North Bethesda (Kosher/vegan) - Innovative plant-based Israeli food.

Call Your Mother Deli at Pike and Rose, North Bethesda - A local Jew-ish bagel deli with delicious filling bagel sandwiches and other nosh,

Nada at Pike and Rose, North Bethesda - Hip Latin American restaurant serving gourmet Mexican dishes and colorful cocktails.

Hello Betty at Pike and Rose, North Bethesda - Surf and skate-inspired seafood restaurant with an outdoor boat bar inside the Canopy by Hilton.

&Pizza at Pike and Rose, North Bethesda - Locally based but now national fast-casual pizza shop serving personal and customizable pizzas.

The Big Greek Cafe at White Flint Plaza, Kensington - Regional fast-casual spot serving traditional Greek flavors.

Taco Bar, Gaithersburg - Counter serve spot offering tacos, tortas and more!

Silk Road Choyhona, Gaithersburg - Unique Uzbek restaurant offering plov, kebabs and other traditional dishes.

Royal Tandoor, Gaithersburg - Indian traditional dishes in a fancily decorated dining room; also offering lunch, brunch, and a whiskey bar.

Brews & Barrels, Kentlands Market Square, Gaithersburg - South Asian-owned restaurant and bar serving traditional American sports bar fare and offering a full range of spirits.

Kaveri, Gaithersburg - South Indian restaurant with an extensive menu and all-you-can-eat buffet.

Tandoori Nights, Gaithersburg - North Indian restaurant in a shopping center.

Additional recommendations in Washington, D.C., and Northern Virginia are available upon request.

J&R

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