A new addition to Gaithersburg’s dining scene aims to satisfy sweet and savory cravings alike. The Crêpe Shoppe has officially opened, offering a cozy space and a menu full of fresh-made crêpes, breakfast favorites, and salad bowls (preview video below).
As autumn settles across the region, the Montgomery County and Washington, D.C. housing markets are showing signs of seasonal slowdown. According to the latest report from the Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS® (GCAAR), homes in September 2025 took noticeably longer to sell than they did a year earlier, signaling a market that’s stabilizing after several years of intense competition.
A new wine shop called Tipping Point is coming soon to Federal Plaza in Rockville. The upcoming shop will be located between The Good Feet Store and a nail spa, along the same strip as Mamma Lucia, Mimi’s Handmade, and several other local businesses.
Mangino’s first opened more than a decade ago inside the Express Gas Station at 13001 Wisteria Dr. (now a 7-Eleven), where it earned a loyal following for its New York-style pizza. In 2018, the restaurant moved a few doors down into Germantown Plaza, expanding its space and menu to include more traditional Italian entrées.
For decades, The Golden Bull in Gaithersburg (Montgomery County) and Adelphi (Prince George’s County) was one of the region’s best-known steakhouses, serving hearty portions of prime rib and steak in an old-school setting that became a favorite for celebrations and family dinners. Its locations were each recognized by the distinctive golden bull statue mounted atop the building… a true roadside landmark for anyone driving by (television commercial courtesy the now defunct www.golden-bull.com)
A new fashion boutique, Lavender Rose Boutiques LLC, is now open in Olney. (more…)
Tatte Bakery & Cafe is continuing its expansion in Montgomery County with its fourth location coming soon to Gaithersburg’s Kentlands neighborhood. The popular bakery and cafe will be taking over half of the space previously occupied by Buca di Beppo at 112 Kentlands Blvd.
ALDI announced it will offer a full Thanksgiving meal for ten people for about $40, featuring a 14-pound turkey and ingredients for nine side dishes, making this year’s feast even cheaper than last year’s. (more…)
Sixty Vines, the Texas-based restaurant known for its wine-on-tap program and vineyard-inspired cuisine, has had a busy first week at its new Downtown Crown location in Gaithersburg. The restaurant officially opened on Monday, October 13, marking its first location in Maryland, and has seen heavy crowds every night since.
Eight new restaurants have been added to the Michelin Guide Washington DC selection this fall, signaling continued growth and diversity in the region’s dining scene ahead of the full awards reveal in November. The Michelin Guide periodically announces new “recommended” restaurants before naming its starred and Bib Gourmand recipients, and this latest update highlights a mix of cuisines and concepts that reflect the city’s evolving food culture.
Four Maryland restaurants have earned a place on The Washington Post’s latest “40 Best Restaurants in and around D.C.” guide, the final installment curated by longtime critic Tom Sietsema, who announced he will be moving on after 25 years at the paper. While not retiring, Sietsema’s departure marks the end of an era in local food writing, and his last guide offers a fitting snapshot of the region’s evolving dining scene, one that extends well beyond the District’s borders.