Noodles & Co. announced today it will open Oct. 13 in Bethesda, but the restaurant is inviting local residents try out its food for free ahead of time as part of a special sneak peek.
The restaurant is inviting people to RSVP for a free meal on Oct. 10 and 11, two days before the opening, by using this link and selecting an arrival time. Reservations are limited, so those interested should sign up quickly, according to the company.
The restaurant is moving into a location at 4931 Elm St., which is a portion of the former Ri Ra Irish Pub. Another part of the former pub is being renovated into a SoulCycle exercise facility. The pub closed in May 2013.
The Shoppes of Bethesda is undergoing a $900,000 façade renovation designed to update the exterior of the retail center.
Noodles & Co. is a nationwide fast-casual chain known for its pasta and noodle dishes.
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