Takoma Beverage Company has earned a major regional nod, making Eater DC’s newest list of “The 16 Best Coffee Shops Around DC.” The Takoma Park café, located at 6917 Laurel Avenue, was the only Maryland coffee shop to appear on the list.
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PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans is moving forward with its second Montgomery County location, this time in Gaithersburg’s upcoming North Pointe at Flower Hill development. According to Maryland Newsletters, the company has secured a permit valued at $200,000 for construction to begin, with the shop expected to open in early 2026.
Cheesesteak & Co. in Elkridge (Howard County) remains one of Maryland’s hottest food destinations, with long lines continuing more than a year and a half after the shop first went viral. Located at 6500 Washington Blvd., the carry-out spot has built a devoted following by serving overflowing cheesesteaks made with 100 percent ribeye and melty cheese on soft rolls. More recently, the addition of seeded rolls has boosted popularity even further, becoming a preferred choice among many regulars.
Signage is now up for Quincy’s Golf & Social at 245 Kentlands Blvd in Gaithersburg, where the country club style restaurant, bar, and golf venue is taking over the former Not Your Average Joe’s space.
Papa John’s International announced a major refranchising deal that shifts control of 85 restaurants across the Washington, D.C. and Baltimore regions to Pie Investments, led by franchise operator Chris Patel. The move instantly positions Pie Investments as one of the largest Papa Johns franchise groups in the country, now operating more than 150 locations nationwide.
Five Guys is now open inside of Westfield Wheaton Mall. The restaurant is located in the Costco wing, near the recently opened Oak, Barrel, and Vine liquor store.
Ledo Pizza has officially reopened its Barracks Row location, bringing the iconic regional chain back to one of Capitol Hill’s most visited dining corridors. The restaurant, located at 415 8th St SE, is now operating under new ownership.
Value City Furniture’s parent company, American Signature, Inc. (ASI), has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware, the company announced this week. As part of the restructuring, the Value City Furniture location at 12055 Rockville Pike, located in the Montrose Crossing Shopping Center, is slated to close, according to USA Today.
Authentic African Restaurant, which first opened in June 2024 at 13075 Wisteria Drive in Germantown Plaza, has completed a full renovation and rebranding and is now operating as DONO Authentic Restaurant and Lounge. (more…)
Plaza Mexico is aiming for a Spring 2026 opening at the upcoming North Pointe at Flower Hill development in Gaithersburg, following the recent approval of a building permit for its planned rooftop restaurant and bar. The permit, valued at $425,486 according to Maryland Newsletters, marks a major step forward for the project.
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New renderings have been released for the planned redevelopment of the former Lakeforest Mall property in Gaithersburg, offering the most detailed look yet at the future mixed-use community set to replace the long-closed shopping center. Images below courtesy WRS Inc. Real Estate Investments.