Shake Shack Will Open New Bethesda Restaurant
The burger chain is launching its second Bethesda location on September 30, 2026.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Shake Shack will open its latest restaurant at 7535 Old Georgetown Road in Bethesda on September 30, 2026. This new site marks the company's 11th location in Maryland.
Why it matters
The opening brings additional dining options to the Element 28 development while supporting local educational initiatives. The company plans to contribute funds from opening day sales to the KID Museum.
This new restaurant represents the 11th Shake Shack in Maryland and the 4th in Montgomery County. Customers on opening day will generate a $1 donation for each sandwich sold to benefit the KID Museum.
The players
Shake Shack
Shake Shack is an American fast-casual restaurant chain that specializes in hamburgers, hot dogs, and milkshakes.
KID Museum
The KID Museum is a nonprofit organization in the Washington, D.C. area that provides hands-on STEM programming for children and teens.
The details
The new restaurant occupies the former SunTrust bank space on the ground floor of the Element 28 development. Operations are scheduled to run from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.
Timeline
September 30, 2026: The restaurant officially opens to the public.
Market Landscape
The arrival of this restaurant follows the commercial build-out pattern established by the Element 28 development. It reflects a broader trend of national fast-casual chains securing ground-floor retail spaces in high-density, mixed-use projects.
Local diners will gain a new food option in the downtown area with extended weekend hours. Guests visiting during the grand opening are eligible to receive custom tote bags.
The takeaway
The addition of this site increases dining capacity for residents and office workers near the Old Georgetown Road corridor. Residents can support local youth STEM programs simply by dining at the location on its launch day.
Further reading
For more information on local business activity, visit the Bethesda Openings & Closings section.
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