Modern Meets Elegance at the New Bistro at Courtyard Silver Spring Downtown

SILVER SPRING, MD--(Marketwire - Jun 20, 2011) - Fast casual dining describes the eating experiences offered at the newly renovated restaurant located inside the Courtyard Silver Spring Downtown hotel, where new dining concepts are focused on providing fresh food and great taste at the convenience of guests.

Offering more choices to meet the needs of business and leisure travelers alike, guests at one of the most distinctive hotels near Takoma Park can "grab-and-go," "grab-and-sit" or "order and be served" at The Bistro, a contemporary new alternative among Silver Spring, MD restaurants, where the choice belongs to the guests and whatever fits their mood or schedule.

"The new Bistro offers our guests exceptional convenience and elevated cuisine," said David Shoshan, General Manager of the Downtown Silver Spring hotel of The Bistro's opening. "There's been a great deal of excitement around Courtyard's Bistro concept and it's been a joy to see it come to life at our hotel."

Overwhelming guest research has indicated that guests were seeking more choices, both in food and service as well as fresh and additional healthy options. The food and beverage concepts implemented as a result of the renovation center on providing fresh food and great taste at the convenience of guests.

Breakfast at the impressive new Bistro awakens guests to the smell of quality baked goods, hot coffee and prepared to order breakfast platters. Guests will also find a variety of yogurts, fruit and cereal, as well as tasty breakfast sandwiches, juices and other beverages available.

This Silver Springs restaurant's all-day menu includes light entrées such as soups, sandwiches, salads, baked goods and bar food like Thai and buffalo style wings, chips and salsa along with "comfort food" entrées. For evening socializing, part of the counter converts to a welcoming bar serving beer, wine and a limited selection of cocktails. With its extended menu and focus on customer service, The Bistro joins the exceptional list of restaurants in Silver Spring, MD in or near the Courtyard that add to the overall enjoyment and convenience of travelers.

About the Courtyard Silver Spring Downtown

The Courtyard Silver Spring Downtown hotel stands boldly in the midst of an exciting new redevelopment project in the heart of downtown Silver Spring. Conveniently located across the street from the worldwide headquarters of Discovery Communications and within walking distance of popular retail, dining and entertainment venues, the Courtyard Silver Spring offers guests the use of its 28,000 square foot fitness center and Olympic-size lap pool for winding down at the end of the day, or simply staying in shape. As a premier choice among hotels near Howard University, the American Film Institute's Silver Theater, Round House Theater and Walter Reed Hospital, guests are welcomed with comfortable accommodations, complimentary high-speed Internet access and a warm and friendly atmosphere.

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