The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is rolling back into Montgomery County this spring, bringing its signature mix of themed treats and merchandise to Pike & Rose in North Bethesda. A appearance in Baltimore will also take lace later this month.
Retail
The Montgomery County Planning Board approved a Conditional Use request and associated forest conservation plan for a new Dash In gas station, convenience store, and car wash at its March 26, 2026 meeting, advancing redevelopment plans for the former Red Lobster site on Shady Grove Road.
Montrose Shopping Center in Rockville continues to build momentum as new leases, recent openings, and upcoming tenants reshape the property, highlighted by the flex industrial portion of the center now reaching full occupancy.
Construction is now underway on a new strip retail development in Gaithersburg. Matan Companies announced on April 2 that it has broken ground on a 10,175 SF retail strip at 715 Progress Way, located on a one-acre parcel at the intersection of Montgomery Village Avenue and MD-355. The site already draws significant traffic thanks to nearby national brands like Chick-fil-A and Sheetz.
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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. (more…)
White House Black Market at 129 Boardwalk Place in Gaithersburg is set to permanently close on Thursday, April 23. The store is currently offering discounts of up to 60 percent on merchandise ahead of its closure. (more…)
A new independent bookstore has officially opened its doors in Gaithersburg, bringing a fresh literary space to the Kentlands community.
Plans for what would become the closest Buc-ee’s location to Maryland residents are moving forward, as a proposed site in Stafford County, Virginia, cleared a key hurdle this week.
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Construction is continuing to move forward at the future Sheetz location in Gaithersburg, with the project now entering a stage where completion appears to be just a few months away.
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Below is a list of restaurants and businesses that will be coming soon to Gaithersburg, MD. (more…)