Chip City has permanently closed its Bethesda location, marking the end of the New York- based cookie chain’s only Maryland outpost.
The store, located at 4939 Elm St. in the Shoppes of Bethesda, is closed as of Friday, January 2, 2025, and sent an email thanking customers for their loyalty. Nearby Chip City locations in Northern Virginia remain open.
The Bethesda shop opened in November 2023, replacing Fancy Cakes by Leslie, which closed in October 2022. At the time, the arrival of Chip City generated significant buzz, with long lines, strong social media interest, and influencers documenting their visits during the opening weeks…