Below is an updated look at the latest retail and dining changes at Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda, including new restaurants, specialty shops, and brand relocations.
- Häagen-Dazs has reopened following a temporary closure for renovation .The ice cream shop closed in July, initially leading to confusion about whether the location had permanently shut down. It was later confirmed that the closure was temporary and that the store would reopen under new management once renovations were completed.
- Hey Tea is scheduled to open before the end of the year in the space previously occupied by Luggage Plus on the lower level. The chain opened its first Montgomery County location in June at 891-F Rockville Pike in Wintergreen Plaza, drawing large crowds with lines that stretched through the shopping center on opening day. The company is widely recognized for specialty teas that combine fresh ingredients, fruit flavors, and its signature cheese foam topping. The menu includes drinks such as Coconut Mango Boom, Triple Supreme Matcha Latte, Supreme Brown Sugar Bobo Milk Tea, Jasmine Milk Tea, and Grape Boom, along with a variety of “boost” tea options.
- Just Cozy is expected to open this month on the lower level. The Canadian clothing and retail brand specializes in affordable cold-weather apparel and accessories, including its popular soft, faux-fur-lined winter leggings. The retailer also offers all-season leggings, biker shorts, capris, tunic tops and loungewear.
- Kami Ramen is expected to open this month next to Cinnabon and will offer traditional Japanese ramen bowls, sides, and beverages in a casual dining environment.
- KICKZ has closed its sneaker boutique after nearly three years in business.
- Lilly Pulitzer has reopened following a renovation that kept the store closed for a little over a month. The clothing and accessories retailer is known for its colorful prints, bright patterns, and resort-inspired styles. Its merchandise includes women’s dresses, tops, swimwear, accessories, and children’s clothing.
- Miniso is set to reopen in its former space on the lower level near Macy’s. Miniso previously operated at the mall before closing in July 2025. Founded in 2013, Miniso is known for offering a wide range of affordable products, including plush toys, stationery, beauty items, home goods, electronics accessories, snacks, and collectibles. The retailer has gained popularity for its licensed merchandise collaborations featuring brands and characters such as Sanrio, Disney, Pokémon, and Harry Potter.
- PacSun is returning to Westfield Montgomery, bringing the California-based apparel retailer back to the mall after closing its previous location in 2023. Founded in 1980 as Pacific Sunwear in Seal Beach, California, PacSun has evolved from a surfwear retailer into a lifestyle brand focused on youth fashion. The chain offers clothing, footwear and accessories for men and women, carrying brands including Vans, Adidas, Fear of God Essentials and its own PacSun label. The company currently operates more than 350 stores nationwide. Pac Sun will be located in the recently closed Windsor space.
- Sheepskin Gifts & Alpaca Too, known for its annual holiday pop-up, has returned to Montgomery Mall in Bethesda. The store features a range of sheepskin and alpaca products, including boots, sandals, rugs, throws, and steering wheel covers. It is located on the lower level, next to Lululemon.
- Shotted is now open in the former Gold Bunny Donuts space. The popular Northern Virginia-based Saudi-inspired coffee shop offers a menu of specialty coffee and tea drinks, desserts and soft serve, with its cafés inspired by Saudi coffee culture. The company describes its locations as family-friendly gathering spaces that provide an alcohol-free and smoke-free alternative to traditional nightlife venues, though the new location at Montgomery Mall does not have its own seating area.
- Wetzel’s Pretzels is now open on the upper level, near Cinnabon. Wetzel’s offers freshly baked pretzels, pretzel dogs, pizza bites, and lemonade. The chain opened a location in Westfield Wheaton Mall in April.
- Zara is expected to open its new two-level store in December, relocating from its current space in the Nordstrom wing to the former Gap and Gap Kids location. The expanded store will be Zara’s first two-level location in Maryland.
- There have been no recent updates on Esvin’s Bagels and Cafe, a new family-owned bagel shop that was expected to open this summer. The cafe will be located on the lower level across from Kapow Buddy, near the Old Navy and Cheesecake Factory area. In additional to bagels, the cafe plans to offer a diverse selection of beverages and pastries, including aguas frescas and shakes. In June, Esvin’s told us it had received all of its needed permits and was scheduling inspections.
- QToys has closed nearly one year after opening in November 2025. The collectible toy retailer, which specializes in figures and other collectible merchandise, was located on the mall’s upper level next to Läderach Chocolatier.
- Tesla has returned to the mall with a pop-up shop for the holiday season. The pop-up opened Thursday, October 8, in the mall’s Nordstrom wing and is expected to remain open throughout the holiday season. Visitors will be able to explore Tesla’s latest vehicles, with test drives also available. Tesla previously operated a permanent showroom on the mall’s lower level near Lululemon and Vineyard Vines. That location closed in March 2025 after serving as a space where prospective buyers could explore the electric vehicle lineup, learn about Tesla technology and place orders.
- New Under 18 Policy: A new Parental Guidance Policy took effect September 28 at both Westfield Montgomery and Westfield Wheaton , requiring visitors under 18 to be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian or supervising adult age 21 or older after 3pm daily. One adult may accompany up to four minors, who must remain with their supervising adult, and mall security may conduct identification checks. Unaccompanied minors may be required to leave or reunite with an eligible adult, while Montgomery County Police would become involved only when necessary, such as for trespassing enforcement.
