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My "Kitchen" Burned Down! Baltimore, Md

Well not exactly my kitchen, but I think I have eaten more meals in the Suburban House than in my own house or we did until last night. And we almost never get through a meal without seeing a friend or client. It’s just our favorite neighborhood deli and restaurant!

Suburban House Sandwich Suburban House Platter Suburban House Dessert

They make the best omelets (seems like about a dozen eggs), the best chopped salads, and have the best waitress, Mitzu, who knows that when I order a “chop chop” that’s not what it is called on the menu. It is an oriental chicken salad that is finely chopped. They make wonderful matzoh ball soup and sky-high corned beef sandwiches and one of the best steak subs around. If you still have room, their desserts are gorgeous.

But look at what happened at 5:00 pm yesterday: Fire in storage building damages popular Pikesville restaurant. From the news reports, no one was hurt, thank goodness, and about 30 customers and employees got out safely.

Fire Damage - Window

Fire Debris I couldn't stay away when I heard. I had to see for myself. It was dark but you could still see the damage was massive. The booths were just piles of charred debris, there was water damage, and broken glass everywhere, and the cleaning crew was there boarding up this Pikesville icon known as The Suburban House.

We wish everyone well and hope that they are able to open again soon.

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Posted by Margaret Rome-- HomeRome Realty Baltimore, Md. on 07/09/2009 04:22 PM

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25 Comments on My "Kitchen" Burned Down! Baltimore, Md

JUL

Oh, Margaret, this is such devastating news. I am so sorry and will be praying for the owners' quick recovery and rehab.

Debe, Thanks for stopping by. When they re-open, this would make a great place for an Active Rain gathering!

Well that stinks...and when I was just considering to go to rent a private plane and have it delivered right here:)

Sad when that happens.

Hopefully the insurance will have benifits for the staff to help them until it's rebuilt.

Margaret,

They'll come back better than ever; I have no doubt. I think I could go for a day and a half on that sandwich alone!

Mike in Tucson

Oh Margaret - that is soo sad. How awful. Thankfully no one was hurt. Hopefully their insurance is all in order. I was just thinking what a great place adn then...bam. :(

Jeff

Neal, And we were planning on flying you up a bowl of soup and a sandwich!

Lenn, I,too, am hoping they have enough coverage. Such a wonderful place, they make you feel like part of the family.

Mike, Come visit and we can share.

Jeff, Hopefully the rebuilding will happen soon. So thankful that only property was damaged. That can all be rebuilt.

JUL

Ohhh....hope that they find a good place to relocate soon...you got me at the mile high corned beef...sliced thin...does it get better...we'll bring some Wisconsin swiss and kraut and make it a reuben...mmmm. Have a prosperous weekend !

Yum, a reuban sound sounds delish!

Hopefully they will rebuild....a chance for a new start with a new restaurant but same yummy food.

JUL

That food looks so delish, is right. Hopefully, they'll be back in business soon.

Irene, Like the way you look at things.

Gail, We were just talking about you. I am in Detroit with Anne Hruby...yourears burning?

JUL

Oh Margaret, that is so sad. I hope they are able to rebuild and the workers aren't displaced for work for too long:(

Rebecca, Thanks for stopping by. I will keep you posted on the progress.

JUL

Ambassador Margaret,

I just stopped by to say you'll make an exceptional ambassador for Maryland!

Mike in Tucson

Margaret ... Sorry to see and hear about your local Suburban house restaurant and its burning. Sad times for some owners.

Congratulations again to you on your AR ambassador achievements.

Ambassador Mike, I can say the same about you...well change that to Az.

Harrison, Thanks for your good wishes. I enjoyed our phone conversation yesterday.

JUL

Hey, I'm with you on the AR gathering--get them moving on the renovation!!

Have a great Thursday...

Debe, Will take a ride by tomorrow and see if there is any progress. Will you come up for the gathering?

JUL

I had one of my favorite restaurants burn down a couple of years ago. I felt almost as bad as the employees must have knowing they wouldn't have a job in the near future. Fortunately, the restaurant had really good insurance and was able to pay all of his employees while the restaurant was rebuilt, so they got a really nice paid vacation.

Ray, Hoping my restaurant has the same good insurance. Thanks for stopping by.

JUL

Wasn't expecting the ending! That's terrible hopefully they can rebuild quickly and get everyone working again. The corned beef sandwich!

Todd, That is our hope. The CB sandwich does look awesome!

AUG

What a shame... but my mouth is watering over that sky-high sandwich! I hope they reopen soon, so you can get back in there and enjoy a meal with friends.

AUG

Georgina, When available I will get an update.

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