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ALO, Johnnie-O To Join Sephora In New Bethesda Row Shops
2026 began with the opening of Sephora on Bethesda Row, with ALO and Johnnie-O set to join the retail and restaurant lineup this year.

2026 began with the opening of Sephora on Bethesda Row, with ALO and Johnnie-O set to join the retail and restaurant lineup this year.

Restaurant Week in Howard County, a new Dunkin' has set up shop in MoCo, and The Point in Towson has revamped. Plus a home store closes.
MoCo is home to the third location nationally of Urban Outfitters' new store format, designed around a customer-first retail experience.
Hommali Thai Dining will hold its grand opening on Wednesday, Jan. 14, at 614 Quince Orchard Road in Gaithersburg's Quince Orchard Plaza.
The largest project in BWI's history has wrapped up, while winter restaurant week is nearly here, and a coffee shop and theater both close.
A Brazilian steakhouse and a CityVet practice are opening their first MD locations, while a beloved French eatery is closing its doors.
The owners of Sally's Apizza, a storied pizzeria founded in CT, said they hope to "transform the dine-in pizza landscape" and expand to MD.
Terra Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse, a churrasco-style restaurant, will debut in the mid-Atlantic region when its Rockville location opens.
The MoCo location is the first Maryland clinic and the second in the D.C. region for CityVet. It is led and owned by Dr. Amir Nazari.
A burrito restaurant just opened its 13th location in Anne Arundel County. The new eatery will have a drive-thru.
An MD restaurant serves one of the best dishes in the U.S., while a doughnut shop had a mention on a TV show and a 4th taphouse is coming.
A taphouse announced the opening date for its first Anne Arundel County location. The bar will have over 100 beers.
A country restaurant is almost ready to open in Annapolis. The eatery is replacing the old Fuddruckers.
A grill will open in an historic train station, a national chicken chain is coming to Prince George's and a food hall will open in MD.
A restaurant will open in a former train station. The expansion grows a dining empire with Baltimore County roots.
Ten years ago, baker and culinary artist Tiffanee Blackwell appeared on "Cake Wars." Last week, she opened a bakery in Bel Air.
A food hall is opening soon in Anne Arundel County. This continues a business boom in one of the area's busiest commercial districts.
The holidays are upon us and Patch has where you can find a real Christmas tree, Giving Tuesday ideas and info about a MD-themed gift shop.
This couple, born in China, now sells Maryland-themed gifts at the Annapolis and Columbia malls. They hope for a successful Black Friday.
A chicken restaurant announced the opening date for its first Baltimore County location. Guests could win free meals for a year.
A dog social club has reopened, Chik-Fil-A will test a new menu item in MD, Zaxby's arrives and the best and worst hospitals are ranked.
A familiar shopping options returns Friday to Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda, when the clothing retailer Hollister opens.
The fast-casual restaurant, born in Georgia and specializing in fried chicken, just opened its first Maryland location.
A Guatemalan chicken restaurant is opening soon outside the White Marsh Mall. The eatery will occupy the former Burger King building.
A new fish restaurant opens in MD, while a skating rink and bank have closed. Plans OKed for a 24-hour Denny's, plus a new farm-home chain.
California Fish Grill, an eatery specializing in responsibly sourced seafood, opens its first Maryland location in Rockville on Nov. 10.
A 24-hour diner was proposed near Perry Hall homes. This week, the County Council decided the project's fate.
Rural King — a retailer dedicated to the rural lifestyle with animal products, power equipment and more — has opened its first MD store.
Nordstrom Rack will open a location in Rockville in fall 2026, the national fashion retailer said.
These MD bakeries made a "best of" list, furloughed workers can get free meals, a dining spot closes and a TGI Friday's finds a new use.
A golf store is opening its first location in Baltimore County, reports said. It will have a putting green and a simulator showroom.
A new restaurant is coming to the recently sold Annapolis Town Center. A taco spot closed and is rebranding to a sister eatery.
Just in time for the holiday shopping season, Toys R Us has opened a pop-up location at The Mall in Columbia.
A popular toy store is opening a new location in Anne Arundel County. The chain previously closed all of its stand-alone shops.
A trampoline park has opened its 2nd location, while a retailer is hiring thousands in MD for the holidays, and 2 stores leave a mall.
A trampoline park opened its second Baltimore County location. The chain is expanding across Maryland.
The eyewear store Warby Parker has set the opening date for its ninth Maryland location. Here's what to know.
A farm distillery has opened in MD along with several restaurants. The Barbie Truck Tour is here and 5 eateries rank on Post's best list.
The sustainable wine country-inspired restaurant Sixty Vines will open next week in Gaithersburg, its first Maryland location.
A kids social club has a grand opening set for its first DMV location. The studio offers classes for young children and their families.