“Coming soon” signage is up for Cold Stone Creamery at 891-H Rockville Pike in Wintergreen Plaza in Rockville.
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Mayan Monkey, the new concept from the team behind local favorites Taco Bar El Güero, Ixtapalapa, and La Gula Mexicana, opened last year at 227 E. Diamond Avenue in Gaithersburg, located in the former longtime home of Growlers. Since its debut, it’s been quietly building a reputation as one of the area’s must-visit spots for creative Mexican cuisine (video below).
Five Montgomery County Starbucks locations are shutting their doors as part of a nationwide $1 billion restructuring plan announced Thursday. The company’s “Back to Starbucks” transformation, under CEO Brian Niccol, includes the closure of certain North American coffeehouses and layoffs as it refocuses operations.
Change is coming to 10003 Fields Road in Gaithersburg, as 7-Eleven prepares to take over the space currently home to Taco Bar El Güero and the Shell convenience store.
Insomnia Cookies will be opening a new location on Fenton Street in Silver Spring. The chain is best known for delivering warm cookies, often until 3 a.m. or later.
Law Enforcement Against Drugs and Violence (L.E.A.D.), a dedicated nonprofit committed to safeguarding communities, is set to host a carnival at Westfield Montgomery from October 1-5.
Last month, we reported that plans were underway to bring the Dogfish Head Alehouse brand back to Northern Virginia. (more…)
The count is now up to five Montgomery County stores that are set to close as part of a $1 billion restructuring plan announced Thursday by Starbucks. The company’s “Back to Starbucks” transformation, led by CEO Brian Niccol, involves shutting down certain underperforming North American coffeehouses and laying off workers.
The Kentlands Bar Crawl is back for its second outing of 2025, bringing drinks, neighbors, and community spirit together in Gaithersburg’s Kentlands neighborhood.
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Update: We have learned of three additional Montgomery County stores closing. An updated article can be found here.
Two Starbucks locations in Montgomery County will be closing their doors permanently this weekend, according to employees and notices posted at the stores.
Two Maryland restaurants, both in Montgomery County, have been recognized among the best places to unwind in the region by earning spots on Eater DC’s “Best Happy Hours” list.