Below is a list of retail and restaurant updates at Westfield Montgomery Mall (7101 Democracy Blvd) in Bethesda:
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Last fall, The Washington Post conducted an analysis of 7.5 million Yelp reviews and developed a formula to identify the best regional style pizza in each state. Absent from the post’s rankings is Maryland Style Pizza, which we have explained here. Naturally, any such list is likely to spark debate, but according to the Post, here are their top picks for select styles of pizza in Maryland:
Former President Joe Biden, known for his well-documented love of ice cream, has been spotted for the second time this week at a Baskin Robbins location here in Montgomery County, Maryland. The casual stops, this time in Downtown Bethesda (4905 Cordell Ave.), have drawn attention from local residents and media alike.
Bethesda Row is set to welcome a new major retailer as Sephora has secured a permit for a significant $1 million fitout. The new store will occupy the 6,718 SF space at 7271 Woodmont Avenue, which was most recently home to Chef José Andrés’ Spanish Diner.
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A new Dunkin’ location is set to open at 4011 Norbeck Road in Rockville, taking over a space with a long history in the community. The coffee and donut chain will be moving into the space that was previously home to Sassy Cleaners for three decades, joining the shopping center that’s home to Angelo’s Deli and EATHAI (near Big Greek Cafe).
Potomac residents craving a fresh, hand-rolled bagel are in luck, as Bethesda Bagels is targeting an early September opening for its newest location in Cabin John Village. This highly anticipated addition to the neighborhood’s dining scene will bring the beloved local institution’s famous New York-style bagels to the shopping center.
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Downtown Bethesda is set to welcome a new culinary addition as Takumi Japanese Bistro and Bar prepares to open its doors at 4929 Bethesda Avenue. The new restaurant will occupy a space with a rich history of Asian-inspired dining, previously home to Wang Dynasty and, for 15 years before that, the beloved Shanghai Village.
Dok Khao Thai Eatery is now open at 8551 Connecticut Avenue in Chevy Chase Lake. (more…)
Bao Bei has announced it will close its ghost kitchen at 11910 Parklawn Drive on August 1, after three years of service. To mark the occasion, the restaurant is offering 30% off your entire order on the Toast app with the code FINALDAYS. A new 1,903-square-foot location is set to open soon at 12055 Rockville Pike in Montrose Crossing (next to the former Honey Pig space), with a grand opening date to be announced soon. (more…)
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For many long-time residents of Montgomery County, the name Shakey’s Pizza Parlor conjures a flood of nostalgic memories– the aroma of fresh pizza, the clatter of arcade games, and the joyful chaos of family outings. Before the proliferation of modern pizza chains, Shakey’s offered a truly unique and beloved dining experience that left an indelible mark on the local community, especially for those who came of age in the 1970s and 80s.
The culinary scene in Maryland continues to garner national attention, with four exceptional restaurants from our state making their mark on the New York Times’ updated “25 Best Restaurants in DC” list, released on July 28th.