Bethesda Row
Description
Bethesda Row is a premier lifestyle destination in the heart of downtown Bethesda, blending upscale retail, chef-driven dining, and a vibrant community atmosphere. Catering to an affluent and well-educated customer base, the center attracts professionals, families, and urban dwellers who appreciate its mix of high-end fashion, wellness, and boutique shopping. Featuring brands like Lululemon, Warby Parker, Bonobos, and Anthropologie, Bethesda Row caters to a style-conscious, experience-driven consumer looking for more than just retail—it’s a place to shop, dine, and socialize. Weekdays see steady foot traffic from professionals and residents enjoying its walkable, mixed-use environment, while
After decades as home to restaurants operated by celebrity chef José Andrés, the prominent Bethesda Row corner at Woodmont Avenue and Elm Street is set for a retail transformation. Sephora, the global beauty and cosmetics retailer, will take over the 6,700-square-foot space most recently occupied by Spanish Diner, with an expected opening in 2026, according to property owner Federal Realty.
The shift from restaurant to retail follows a broader trend in Bethesda Row, where Evereve, a women’s clothing store, is set to open in the former Foxtrot market location, and Free People Movement recently replaced Terrain Café inside Anthropologie & Co.
In addition to these changes, Mon Ami Gabi has officially reopened at 7239 Woodmont Avenue, adding to the evolving mix of retail and dining in Bethesda Row.
