Kareem's Lebanese Kitchen Brings Maryland Crab Hummus to Gaithersburg
Gaithersburg – September 07, 2026 -- Kareem's Lebanese Kitchen has officially opened its doors at Rio Lakefront in Gaithersburg, Maryland, marking its debut with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that drew local leaders and community members.
The restaurant blends Lebanese heritage with a Maryland twist
The menu features handmade mezze, fresh-baked breads, Lamb Mouzat, Farrouj and a signature hummus. A standout addition is an exclusive crab hummus made with Maryland crab, merging Lebanese tradition with a regional ingredient.
Chef Rachid Eido leads a family recipe legacy spanning generations
Chef Rachid Eido, a third-generation Lebanese chef, oversees the kitchen. His career includes work at the Four Seasons in Washington, D.C., and across the Washington region, along with helping launch the original Kareem's Lebanese Kitchen in Naples, Florida, in 2018.