Joe H Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 This morning Tom Sietsema announced that Helen Wasserman will be opening Crave by Helen in the former Addie's on the Rockville Pike. From the article: Quote In the mid-80s, Wasserman ran the well-regarded Helen's on 18th St. NW. In a review of the restaurant, former Washington Post critic Phyllis C. Richman wrote, "Here's new American cuisine to the utmost with an Oriental accent and trendy touches from around the world. Helen is my sister. I could not be more proud! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonRocks Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 Helen is my sister. I could not be more proud! Wow, congratulations, Joe! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev29 Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 Wow, Phyllis Richman was writing for the Post so long ago that "Oriental" was still an acceptable term! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naxos Posted January 18, 2014 Share Posted January 18, 2014 Looking forward to the opening! Helen has catered 2 family events for me and many for my friends, always with wonderful food and service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonRocks Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 This morning Tom Sietsema announced that Helen Wasserman will be opening Crave by Helen in the former Addie's on the Rockville Pike. From the article: Helen is my sister. I could not be more proud! Bethesda Magazine reports that this will now be called Helen's The Bar. (Joe, any update?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe H Posted August 24, 2014 Author Share Posted August 24, 2014 I'm not a fan of the name. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheezepowder Posted September 9, 2014 Share Posted September 9, 2014 A couple of articles about the opening being delayed til next year Bethesda Magazine Robert Dyer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheezepowder Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 Bethesda Magazine mentions that the renovations are progressing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jandres374 Posted February 14, 2016 Share Posted February 14, 2016 Looks like this project is in jeopardy of not happening. On their Facebook page they are looking for investors - selling 10 shares at $5k/share. They also now have a gofundme page Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonRocks Posted February 14, 2016 Share Posted February 14, 2016 I'd be happy to donate in exchange for a future meal; I just don't want to lose my money - does anyone know if this is an "all-or-nothing" type of situation? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheezepowder Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 On March 30, 2016, Robert Dyer posted that Helen's is planning to have a soft opening within the new few weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheezepowder Posted April 9, 2016 Share Posted April 9, 2016 Helen's soft opened last night (or the previous night) and is planning a grand opening in May 2016 (Bethesda Magazine, Helen's Facebook post). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockcreek Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 Anyone else been there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zgast Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 41 minutes ago, rockcreek said: Anyone else been there? Yes - for lunch. Had a veggie sandwich with salad and fruit for desert. Was good, but the larger group said some of their things were less than exciting. Looking through the menu, would have to agree that it could use a little more pizazz. You're competing with the memory of Addie's, so try to offer something(s) to match that Oyster Po Boy or Pulled Pork sandwich. Can be simpler than dinner, but more than basic sandwiches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonRocks Posted August 8, 2016 Share Posted August 8, 2016 They decided on the name "Helen's on The Pike," will probably be known as "Helen's," and their website is here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pras Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 Bethesda magazine is reporting that Helen has decided to call it quits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Dente Posted May 20, 2019 Share Posted May 20, 2019 Java Nation Roastery and Social House is opening in this spot. Java Nation Coming to North Bethesda by Charlie White, Bethesda Magazine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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