Ashling Kitchen And Bar Plans Grand Opening In Crofton

CROFTON, MD — Maryland natives Elise Letavish and Saeed Ashrafzadeh, owners of Ashling Market and Catering, are opening their first restaurant, Ashling Kitchen and Bar. Located at 1286 Route 3 South in Crofton's Route 3 Plaza, the grand opening is set for 11 a.m. on April 2, according to a news release.

The duo have been working in the food industry since 2016, catering for entertainment artists at venues throughout Maryland. Ashling has teamed up with executive chef Richard Sullivan, who has spent over 17 years in the culinary industry, to create a menu which brings international flavors to accessible and familiar American cuisine.

One of Ashling’s signature dishes, Poutine, comes in three varieties. It was inspired by Elise’s prior experiences touring the world as tour manager for music artist and producer Mac Miller.

“When you’re on the road touring, it could be months before you’re back home, eating a good home-cooked meal. The crispy fries coated in gravy, with cheese curds on top was my go-to favorite,” she said in a press release.

Other offerings include fried chicken and waffles, grilled porterhouse pork chops, duck confit mac and cheese balls, and a unique offering of burgers. Ashling also has a selection of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free dishes.

Their experiences on the road and the “feeling of coming home” was the inspiration for not only the cuisine, but also the look and feel of Ashling Kitchen and Bar, the business said. The blend of urban-industrial with a home rustic vibe creates an environment which is inviting, with “backstage” elements to make the experience special.

Ashling Kitchen and Bar will offer lunch, dinner, happy hour, late night dining, and a private dining space for specials events. Plans for brunch are coming soon. For more information and to view their menu, visit www.AshlingCo.com.