Five Maryland restaurants remain in the New York Times’ “25 Best Restaurants in Washington D.C. Right Now” list. Four of the five Maryland restaurants included can be found in Montgomery County, though one on the list has closed permanently.
The “Where to Eat: 25 Best” series highlights the writers’ favorite restaurants in cities across the United States– in this case Washington DC and suburbs surrounding the city. The list keeps a running tab and is updated as restaurants close and open, and “as we find new gems to recommend. As always, we pay for all of our meals and don’t accept free dishes.” It was originally created in 2024 and updated just a couple months ago in 2025.
• 2Fifty Texas BBQ in Riverdale Park (Prince George’s County and DC): 2Fifty BBQ is a highly acclaimed barbecue joint, celebrated for bringing authentic Texas-style BBQ with a unique “pinch of the tropics” to the Maryland and Washington D.C. area. Founded by Salvadoran couple Fernando González and Debby Portillo González, they are known for their commitment to traditional low-and-slow, wood-only smoking methods, utilizing premium meats like brisket, beef ribs, and pork ribs. Beyond classic barbecue, 2Fifty also incorporates Latin American-inspired sides and flavors, creating a distinct and memorable culinary experience that has garnered significant recognition. They originally started as a Sunday pop-up before expanding to brick-and-mortar locations…