Eater DC: D.C. Favorite Chiko Opens a Chinese-Korean Counter in Bethesda

Bethesda just got an exciting new option for spicy beef noodle soup, “shrimp and toast,” and pork kimchi potstickers with the arrival of Chiko, a casual Chinese-Korean counter that’s won a lot of local recognition in D.C. Chiko’s fourth location to date — and first in Maryland — replaces chef Michael Schlow’s fast-casual Italian place, Prima. Fried Rice Collective founders Danny Lee, Scott Drewno, and Drew Kim debuted the brand on Capitol Hill in 2017, followed by subsequent outposts in Encinitas, California, and Dupont Circle. Chiko Bethesda (7280 Woodmont Avenue) operates from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., with takeout and delivery to start. The opening menu includes dishes like “orange-ish” chicken and bulgogi or cumin lamb stir fry. An abundant gluten-free section includes double-fried chicken wings, smoked brisket and rice cakes, and hot smoked blue catfish with cured egg yolk and bonito flake.