Tacombi Bethesda collaborates with Chef Ashish Alfred on limited-time Chicken Tikka Masala taco

Restaurateur and chef Ashish Alfred has successfully fused Indian flavors with burgers and fries at his new Good Ducking Burger at 7929 Norfolk Avenue in Bethesda. Why not tacos next? Alfred has collaborated with Tacombi chef Carmen Miranda to create a Chicken Tikka Masala taco, which will be available only at the Bethesda Tacombi location at 4749 Bethesda Avenue from the evening of October 26 until Thanksgiving 2023. 

The fusion taco will present a Vista Hermosa corn tortilla loaded with garam masala, ginger, and butter chicken sauce, topped with cotija cheese. "This partnership is an example of how both Tacombi and The Alfred Restaurant Group are committed to the people, neighborhoods, and organizations that have and continue to support them, and are now bringing something new and exciting to the community of Bethesda," Tacombi said in a statement this morning.

Good Ducking Burger opens in Bethesda

Good Ducking Burger has opened at 7929 Norfolk Avenue in downtown Bethesda. The casual Indian-inspired burger bistro from chef-owner Ashish Alfred replaces his award-winning Duck Duck Goose in the Woodmont Triangle space. Delivery is available from UberEats. Alfred's growing collection of restaurants in the D.C. and Baltimore areas has landed him on the cover of Baltimore Magazine's October 2023 Taste Makers issue. 

Update on Good Ducking Burger in Bethesda (Photos)

Permanent logos have been applied to the windows of Good Ducking Burger, opening soon at 7929 Norfolk Avenue in Bethesda. They include the name of the restaurant, a duck graphic, and the dining concept of "smash burger meet Indian street food" sandwiched between two hamburger buns. The switch from the award-winning Duck Duck Goose to the new burger concept by chef-owner Ashish Alfred has been met with a largely favorable response by residents on social media. 

Good Ducking Burger "coming soon" to Bethesda (Photos)

Duck Duck Goose has been closed in recent days at 7929 Norfolk Avenue in downtown Bethesda. But award-winning chef and owner Ashish Alfred isn't giving up on the space, just changing concepts. "Coming soon" window screens have been posted there today, promising the imminent arrival of Good Ducking Burger. You might say, "Not another burger place!" But Good Ducking Burger is not going to be the typical burger joint.

The signage characterizes Good Ducking Burger as the place "where classic smash burgers meet a tantalizing infusion of Indian street food flavors." This sounds like it could be the hamburger equivalent of the wonderful M&N's Pizza on Del Ray Avenue, which serves pizzas with Indian and Asian flavors.

According to Uber Eats, the most popular item at Good Ducking Burger in Baltimore is the Bollywood Fries with green curry and tamarind chutney. Second most-popular is the Delhi Hot Fried Chicken. And let's not forget the burgers -  - third most-popular is the Basic Ducking Burger. Also on the menu: Spicy Cheeto Fries, a Truffle Butter Burger, the Walks Like A Duck Burger with pulled duck confit and "BBQ duck jus," and the Pato Del Sur Burger with fried plantains, Russian dressing, and a sunny-side-up egg.

For those still seeking their favorite Duck Duck Goose dishes, the Dupont Circle location is a Red Line train ride away. But for this location, burger travels to far more distant international destinations are now ahead.

Duck Duck Goose reopens in downtown Bethesda

Duck Duck Goose has reopened at 7929 Norfolk Avenue in Bethesda. Chef-owner Ashish Alfred closed the award-winning French restaurant in mid-July to allow his employees to be tested for Covid-19. It's my understanding that the Baltimore location of Duck Duck Goose has also reopened.

George's Chophouse posts Coming Soon signage in Bethesda (Photos)

Coming Soon signs are now posted at the future George's Chophouse, located in the ground floor of 4935 Cordell Avenue in downtown Bethesda. It appears the wood paneling addition to the facade has been completed, as work on the interior continues. The Loft at 4935 upstairs remains open throughout the construction.

Bethesda construction update: George's Chophouse (Photos)

The transformation of the ground floor and facade of 4935 Bar & Kitchen to George's Chophouse is underway at 4935 Cordell Avenue. This is a new concept from chef-owner Ashish Alfred, who also owns the popular and award-winning Duck Duck Goose a block away. The top floor Loft lounge and event space remains open during the renovation, according to their Facebook page.

Duck Duck Goose plans Monday opening in Bethesda (Photos)

Duck Duck Goose, a new venture in French cuisine from the chef/owner of 4935 Bar and Kitchen Ashish Alfred, has held invitation-only soft openings last night, and Tuesday night. An employee said they hope to open to the public this coming Monday, April 18. The small dining room looks quite nice, as does the outdoor patio seating. DDG is located at 7929 Norfolk Avenue.

Bethesda construction update: Duck Duck Goose restaurant (Photos)

A logo and other signage has been painted on the facade of French restaurant Duck Duck Goose, opening soon at 7929 Norfolk Avenue in downtown Bethesda. The brasserie will place an emphasis on small plates, under the direction of chef-owner Ashish Alfred of Bethesda's 4935 Bar + Kitchen. This was previously the home of Brasserie Monte Carlo, which closed last year.

Duck Duck Goose applies for liquor license in Bethesda (Photos)

Duck Duck Goose, a French small plates brasserie opening in the former Brasserie Monte Carlo space on Norfolk Avenue, has applied for its liquor license. They've already begun giving the building a makeover, most noticeably a darker exterior paint.

The restaurant is the next venture from 4935 Bar and Kitchen's owner and executive chef Ashish Alfred. Duck Duck Goose is expected to open next month.

4935 BAR AND KITCHEN EXPANDS HOURS

4935 Bar and Kitchen on Cordell Avenue is expanding its hours of operation. While the new establishment has been open primarily Friday and Saturday nights since opening, the owners now want to serve weeknight diners, as well.

The restaurant will now be open for dinner every evening from Tuesday through Saturday, starting at 5:00 PM.

The head chef is Ashish Alfred.