Bambu Asian Gourmet has leased space to open a new restaurant on the ground floor of The Mercury at Wildwood in Bethesda, a residential development that welcomed its first residents earlier this year.
The restaurant is associated with the longtime Bambu Asian Cuisine at 5101 MacArthur Boulevard NW in Washington, D.C.’s Palisades neighborhood. The neighborhood staple has been serving the community for more than two decades, with reviews and a local presence dating back to at least 2006.
Bambu is known for offering several Asian culinary traditions under one roof, with a menu featuring Thai, Japanese, and Chinese cuisine. Offerings include Pad Thai, curries, sushi rolls, bento boxes, and a variety of traditional Chinese dishes. The restaurant emphasizes fresh, made-to-order preparation rather than relying on food held in warming trays. Its longtime Palisades location has developed a loyal neighborhood following, with a comfortable, family-friendly atmosphere and a reputation for welcoming service…