All Set Restaurant and Bar all set to open today in Silver Spring (Photos)

The latest addition to the downtown Silver Spring dining scene opens today. All Set Restaurant and Bar draws its name from a popular New England saying, in keeping with its New England theme and nautical decor. That design is courtesy of Bethesda-based real estate firm Streetsense.

The All Set menu is New England-inspired, as well, with American cuisine selections like crispy skin rockfish, crab cakes, a fried oyster burger and braised short ribs. There's also a raw bar with fresh oysters, clams, lobster, crab and more. Handcrafted cocktails, and a selection of craft beers that includes local brewery Flying Dog, accompany your meal. A Family Clam Bake and Fried Chicken dinner will be offered on Sunday nights.

Dine in the 125-seat dining area, or out on the 24-seat patio during good weather. A 15-seat bar has its own menu selections.

All Set is co-owned by Jennifer Meltzer and Chef Edward Reavis. I heard that Meltzer graduated from Good Counsel High School, and there was another Falcon among the bartenders at a media preview event yesterday. All the more reason to support this local business.

Chocolate Chip Cookies
were a nice parting gift at
yesterday's event