Below is a list of businesses that have recently opened, or are set to open in Germantown, MD:
Biryani Grill is coming to the Germantown Commons shopping center, taking over the former Cafe Hong Kong space at 13038 Middlebrook Road. The restaurant, which already operates locations in Aldie, Ashburn, and Chantilly, Virginia, will bring a menu centered on traditional Indian cuisine. According to its website, the menu highlights a variety of signature biryanis, including mutton (goat), chicken dum, and paneer, all slow-cooked with basmati rice and spices. Tandoor specialties such as paneer tikka, fish tikka, and hariyali chicken offer grilled options, while curries like chicken tikka masala, goat curry, and paneer lababdar round out the menu with rich, savory dishes.
Curry Z is now open at 13525 Clopper Rd., taking over the space previously occupied by Bitez, which operated there from July 2025 until closing in January 2026. It’s located in the same shopping center as Mamma Lena and Rio Grande Bar & Grill. According to the restaurant, Curry Z combines traditional Indian favorites with dishes inspired by the Himalayan region, alongside Indo-Chinese specialties. The menu features classic curries, tandoori specialties, handmade momos, street food, and a storefront-exclusive build-your-own bowl option for lunch…