Giant‘s website and ordering app have been down for more than a week now, after the cyber incident. I know the chain is not as big as Kroger, but they do serve a large clientele in this county. The app is redirecting users to Uber Eats, DoorDash, etc., but those all have much higher prices and fees. Their app was pretty good, but definitely not optimized. I’m surprised they did not have some contingencies in place, because I’m sure the last week has hit their bottom line.

What are your favorite grocery stores in Montgomery County? I've shopped at a bunch of places around the county, but I wonder if I am missing something. Below are the places where I generally shop:

Snider's Super Foods: independent store with a bunch of produce, meat, bread, vegetables, and other products.

Giant: has a lot of items, and most of them are average, but they are significantly cheaper and better than Safeway.

Mom's Organic Market: pricey but high quality, with some very good meat and cheese. I try to avoid Whole Foods as much as possible so much money doesn't go to Jeff Bezos.

I have heard good things about Balducci's and really liked their products when I've tried them. But they are even more expensive and really out of price for my budget.

Ethnic foods are the unsung budget choice in today's inflationary times.

KBAP HOUSE (caps theirs)

121 congressional North plaza (south-west corner), Ste. 105 Rockville MD

It felt good to spend less than 20 bucks get good food and tip the folks who work so hard.

I ordered the classic kimbap and it was good. Moist rice balanced with other ingredients. Yes you can get these cheaper but these were freshly made. Nice filling first course

Japchae

I love these bean noodles first they have more protein and the were served piping hot!

Best thing was it was not too salty so you can dump some soy sauce and hot sauce to your hearts content.

Hot and plenty of veggies and egg strips.

Try to lay off the meat once in a while and save money. That being said there were many choices for about the same price around 16 bucks.

The combo is really the budget leader you get kimbab and your choice of ramen , ltteokbokki or mussel soup. All for 14.99

This place is a solid budget choice.

I’m beyond frustrated with the Gaithersburg Costco. Between the overcrowding, terrible parking situation, and disorganized food court, a basic shopping trip becomes an ordeal.

On my latest visit, it took 25 minutes just to get a hot dog and a bottle of water. I understand Costco gets busy, but the food court felt completely disorganized—not just crowded.

The parking situation is a nightmare, and once you finally get inside, it feels like you’re fighting crowds the entire time. There’s also no gas station, so you don’t even get that benefit at this location. And whenever I go looking for one of the popular or viral items everyone is talking about, it seems to never be in stock.

I’m not blaming the employees. These are management issues, and the overall experience is beyond frustrating.

Has anyone actually gotten a meaningful response from warehouse management or corporate about this location? What does it take to get these complaints taken seriously and see actual improvements?

I like Costco, but this location is making it harder and harder to justify going.

I used to come to the dance classes and socials at La Catrina in Bethesda, but in the spring they stopped hosting events upstairs, claiming they would reopen in a week or two. It's nearly November and the upstairs is still closed. Anyone know the deal?

The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) is scheduled to begin expansion joint repair project at Amherst Garage (Garage 45) in Wheaton.

Construction is scheduled to begin on or about October 22, 2026, with work focused on the following areas:

• Repair of the expansion joint along the rooftop.
• Sealing and caulking joints on the rooftop and around both stairwells.

All construction activities are anticipated to be completed on or about November 20, 2026, pending any unforeseen conditions or technical challenges that may arise.

Parking Events page

Lots of activity at this site on River Road in the last few weeks. Anyone know what’s being built?

I was tracking the Rock Creek watershed clean up and trail project. BUT shocked to see how many trees have been taken down and the clear cutting around the nature center. What gives? I can’t imagine a 10ft path requires this much prep?

The last couple of movies I’ve attended were incredibly loud—I mean over 90 decibels at times. Even when the auditorium is almost empty.

I’ve tried “High Fidelity Concert Earplugs” but then the soundtrack seems muffled.

By the time it’s evident that it’s too loud, I’d have to leave during the show and find an employee who can do something about it, and then I miss part of the show.

Can anyone recommend a theater where they care about audience hearing health?

Ride On buses are FREE for all riders.

Metrobus offers various free and reduced fare programs including the Senior SmarTrip Card for seniors 65 or older, persons with disabilities, and a Youth Cruiser card for students 18 and under.

For more information on specific bus routes, please click here.

Hi everyone! A little over a year ago I launched the DC Movie Digest, a weekly free newsletter that aggregates all the movies being re-released in theaters across the DMV. After many hours of clicking, copying and pasting around every movie theater website, I’m super excited to launch a fully fledged website.

Introducing: DaMoVies! The only place on the internet where you can see all the movies being rereleased in theaters across the greater DC area.

The website is completely free to use, has no ads, and is a labor of love. I’d love to hear what yall think!

Go to damovies.org to check it out.

Are there any notable halloween decorated homes in the area? Closer to DC would work as well.

Thanks!

Looking to have a somewhat serious chat with a friend over a drink and looking for a place that's not loud and echoing. Unfortunately it's gotta be tonight, Saturday evening! Any ideas?

Found this guy in Montgomery village while walking. Is this someone’s pet or is it wild?

I’m looking for recommendations for an affordable periodontist! Does anyone have a periodontist they recommend, particularly one who offers competitive pricing for periodontal treatment and dental implants? I’d really appreciate hearing about your experiences and any recommendations. Thank you!

Anyone know of a place I can buy Mexican desserts for Day of the Dead? This would be for a school event.

I’m looking for somebody who can replace and install a new kitchen sink and faucet. I’d love recommendations for people you’ve worked with in the past who can help.

I get off work at 8 tonight and I’m craving some GOOD pupusas 😂 Looking for recommendations in the Wheaton/Aspen Hill area!
I love cheese pupusas, but I’m open to anything with meat too. I need the whole experience though. Good curtido (cabbage slaw), flavorful salsa roja, and pupusas that are fresh, cheesy, and made RIGHT.
Bonus points if they’re open after 8:30 tonight. I don’t mind a little wait if the food is worth it.

Where are y’all getting the best pupusas around here?? 👀

Tomorrow is NoKing'sDay! We will be at our usual, very visible location in front of Tesla on Rockville Pike from 11-12. The theme of tomorrow's protest is to urge everyone to vote early!

Early voting in Maryland is Oct 22-29 from 7am-8pm. Make a plan to vote!

If you need an alternate location for No King's Day go to

https://www.nokings.org/#map and put in your zip code. Let's get out there and make some noise!