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Store Reporter Guide

A curated guide sponsored by some of our favorite local businesses

From local stores and restaurants to physical therapy, home repair and eyeglasses, start here for some of the best resources our area has to offer.

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Food & Drinks

BOULANGERIE CHRISTOPHE

Authentic French bakery at Cabin John Village. We have everything you’re craving: sandwiches, salads, quiche, omelettes, crepes, fresh-baked breads, croissants & award-winning baguettes. Finish your meal with beautiful French pastries & Illy coffee. Also: Fresh-baked challah every Friday & Saturday. Follow on Facebook & Instagram. Delivery via Ubereats. Cabin John Village, 11321 Seven Locks Road, Potomac.

FISH TACO

At Fish Taco, good vibes are always on the menu. Our food is inspired by the bold & vibrant flavors of Baja Mexican. From tacos to rice bowls, salads to quesadillas, every bite in every meal is hand-crafted with love (and maybe a little salsa dancing in the kitchen). We keep it fresh, because great food starts with great ingredients. So grab a taco, pull up a chair, and let’s catch up. Life’s better when it’s shared. Wildwood Shopping Center location: 10305 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda.

GREGORIO’S TRATTORIA

Italian favorites at Cabin John Village & Park Potomac, plus Reston & Bethesda. Full menu and weekly specials featuring pizzas, pastas, seafood, meats, salads & more. Open for lunch & dinner daily, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. We also offer curbside pickup & contact-free delivery. Call for catering: (800) 749-8894. Cabin John location: 7745 Tuckerman Lane, Potomac. Park Potomac location: 12505 Park Potomac Ave.

Cabin John Village Phone: (301) 296-6168

Park Potomac phone: (301) 284-8702

Web: gregoriostrattoria.com

PICCOLI PIATTI PIZZERIA

We bring the soul of Naples to Bethesda. Each pizza is a labor of love — crafted with imported Italian flour, the finest cheeses & the freshest ingredients, then baked to perfection in our traditional brick oven. Guests can savor our shareable small plates, handmade pastas & flavorful mussel dishes — all inspired by the simple joy of gathering around good food. Wildwood Shops: 10357 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda. Westbard Square: 5306 Zenith Overlook, Bethesda.

QUARTERMAINE COFFEE ROASTERS

Order our gift cards or monthly shipments of local fresh-roasted coffee. Visit us on Bethesda Row, 4817 Bethesda Ave., for fresh coffee by the pound, loose-leaf tea, custom-made coffee & tea drinks, fresh-squeezed juices & smoothies. We’re locally owned & operated, with a roastery in Rockville. Order delivery for $6 flat-rate shipping with $30 minimum — or pick up at our Bethesda location.

RAKUGAKI

The newest addition to the Raku chain, serving up sushi, homemade noodles, teishoku & much more. Try our Thai red curry mussels, ginger pumpkin soup, tuna tartare, lobster tomato cream udon, wok-charred rockfish, garlic beef fried rice — plus the fine sushi & sashimi that Raku is known for. Follow us on Facebook & Instagram. Wildwood shopping center, 10223 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda.

SISTERS THAI POTOMAC

Asian & Thai cuisine + drinks & desserts. Indoor & patio dining with a funky, charming decor. Try our chicken satay, larb gai, pad thai, drunken noodles, curry dishes & much more. We’re also known for our Instagrammable desserts, cocktails, teas, fruit drinks & specialty lattes. Cabin John Village, 7995 Tuckerman Lane, Potomac.

THE BOTTLE SHOP

Your neighborhood wine & beer shop, serving the local community since 2009. Craft beer, fine wine, complimentary tastings most Fridays. Be sure to check our weekly newsletter & watch for discounts on FacebookInstagram. Potomac Woods Plaza, 350 Fortune Terr., around the corner from Park Potomac (Montrose & Seven Locks Road).

YEKTA PERSIAN MARKET

Rockville’s favorite Persian market & kabob counter. We have all your Persian, Iranian & Middle Eastern favorites: breads, spreads, yogurt drinks, coffee & tea, spices & herbs, nuts & seeds, pomegranate, sweet lemon, rock candy & much more. We also offer prepared foods and made-to-order kabobs, bowls, stews, veggie platters, sandwiches & Persian desserts. Order online for home delivery, or visit us at 1488 Rockville Pike, Rockville.

Kabob counter: (301) 984-0005

Market: (301) 984-1190

Web: yektamarket.com.

Health, Fitness & Beauty

ROCKVILLE PERSONAL TRAINING

Private studio for personalized wellness programs. Visit our brand new location near Whole Foods on Rockville Pike. We can help you build a program to remedy any issue or help create a balanced program for fitness & meal plans. All of our suggestions are based on science, not fads. Visit our website for video testimonials. New member offer: First month of training for $199. 11140 Rockville Pike, Suite 411.

Home Services

MIKE’S LOCKSMITH & SECURITY

Commercial, residential & emergency. Lock repair & replacement, re-key services, touchscreen locks & high-security locks. We offer security cameras, video doorbells & monitored security systems accessible on any device, so you can talk to visitors & unlock doors remotely. All at a low monthly fee. Labor & materials guaranteed for as long as you own your home.

TOWN & COUNTRY MOVERS

We’re thrilled to introduce the newest addition to the Town & Country Movers family: Move Management! Our new dedicated teams are here to provide specialized services tailored to meet the unique needs of the senior community. With more than 45 years of experience in the moving, storage & staging business, our move management teams are ready to carry on our tradition of unparalleled service. Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, call us today for your relocation needs.

Local Shopping

HANNA’S BOUTIQUE

Private & fun personal shopping & styling at our chic clothing boutique, upstairs inside the Cabin John mini-mall. We have everything you need to glide into winter in style — including our fabulous new “Love is Love” jackets. Follow us on Instagram & Facebook for more updates, or call to check our hours.

SUSAN KOEHN DESIGNS

Where fun shines. Come see our collection of fine jewelry. Classy. Edgy. Timeless. Check out our latest on Facebook & Instagram. Call, text, email or DM for a private appointment at our showroom.

Email: susankoehndesigns.com.

Call or text: (301) 704-7605

Instagram: susankoehndesigns

Parties & Celebrations

WOMAN’S CLUB OF CHEVY CHASE

The Woman’s Club of Chevy Chase is the perfect venue for hosting private events. This historic clubhouse offers a charming variety of spaces to meet your needs: ballroom for 250, cozy library, meeting room for 50, board room, covered outdoor terrace, garden with fire pits, catering kitchen & on-site parking. Choose your own caterer & customize the event of your dreams. Located just inside the beltway & easy to find on Connecticut Avenue, WCCC offers a unique combination of elegance & comfort for your special event.

Professional Services

OPTIMAL BEGINNINGS

Everything your special-needs child or young adult needs to thrive — all under one roof. We offer integrated ABA therapy, speech & language services, comprehensive testing, personalized advocacy & expert guidance in navigating the world of services. Our proven, data-driven strategies are designed to enhance family life & boost academic success, building powerful social & communication skills. Let us make a life-changing difference for your family. North Bethesda office: 6010 Executive Blvd., Suite 400.

SHIN ORTHODONTICS

One of MoCo’s leading providers of Invisalign. Drs. Richard & Debra Shin, board-certified orthodontists, are also experts in traditional braces, lingual braces such as InBrace, Brius, & 3D-printed braces such as Lightforce that best suit your lifestyle. We treat teens, adults & kids at two convenient locations: 4701 Randolph Road in Rockville & the Cabin John Village mini-mall in Potomac.

TAFF & LEVINE

State-of-the-art dental treatment in a relaxing atmosphere surrounded by caring doctors and staff. No insurance? No problem! Join our V.I.P. dental plan, pay one monthly fee for free hygiene appointments and 10% off all other dental procedures. 7811 Montrose Road, Potomac.

WINK EYECARE BOUTIQUE

Dr. Rachel Cohn & her talented team of opticians will make sure you always look & see your best. We offer high-tech eye exams & assessments, plus trending frames from designers like Robert Marc, Oliver Peoples & Anne et Valentin. We’ll monitor the health of your eyes & can assist with dry eyes, allergies, contact lenses & more. Potomac Woods Plaza, 1095 Seven Locks Road, Potomac.

Phone: (301) 545-1111

Web: wink.net