Spanish Diner posts farewell message at Bethesda Row

Spanish Diner posted a farewell message to patrons last night at Bethesda Row. The hometown restaurant of celebrity chef José Andrés, its homestyle spin on Spanish cuisine replaced his original tapas concept Jaleo at 7271 Woodmont Avenue in May of 2021. "Life is memories. We hope you remember us well!" was posted in Spanish at the restaurant Wednesday night. This morning, the Bethesda location's website is gone. 

What's next for this prominent corner spot is currently unknown. But if Andrés is not involved, an exit from Bethesda by its most-famous chef, and one of its most-famous residents, would be an explosive development in the decline of Montgomery County. Andrés has no shortage of ventures to juggle these days. He has a knack for popping up anywhere in the world to provide meals as crises and disasters unfold. A few weeks ago, he was in Los Angeles at the height of the wildfires and destruction, chatting with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, Duchess and Duke of Sussex. His portfolio expansion includes a luxury hotel he expects to open in Georgetown in 2027. Is Bethesda on his calendar? Stay tuned!

Spanish Diner Bethesda Row website is gone

Spanish Diner opening today at Bethesda Row

The long-awaited opening of Spanish Diner at 7271 Woodmont Avenue at Bethesda Row is here. Today is opening day at the latest venture by celebrity chef José Andrés, which replaces the Bethesda outpost of Jaleo that closed late last year. 

Sneak peek: Spanish Diner at Bethesda Row (Photos)

Wow - Spanish Diner looks nearly ready to open at 7271 Woodmont Avenue at Bethesda Row. Furniture is in place, but so is the Jaleo foosball table. A theater-style marquee on the interior wall welcomes you to celebrity chef (and Bethesda resident) José Andrés' newest venture from his ThinkFoodGroup. The yellow and black color scheme from the awnings carries over into the ceiling above the dining room. Another sign of opening day approaching: Spanish Diner is now hiring.