Grandma’s Ice Cream and Waffles to Host Closing Sale
The Rockville business is clearing out its equipment and fixtures on November 1, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Grandma's Ice Cream and Waffles, located at 389 E Gude Drive, will hold a final closing sale on November 1, 2026. The event marks the permanent end of operations for the local establishment.
Why it matters
The sale allows the business owners to liquidate remaining assets, including restaurant equipment and fixtures, following the permanent closure of the storefront. The operators remain active in the region through their other ventures.
The liquidation event is scheduled for a two-hour window from 11am to 1pm. The operators concurrently manage the Kona Ice franchise in Gaithersburg and Germantown, which recently celebrated its 14th year.
The players
Grandma's Ice Cream and Waffles
This is the business entity currently ceasing operations at its Rockville location.
Kona Ice
This franchise operation is managed by the same owners as the closing restaurant and maintains locations in Gaithersburg and Germantown.
The details
The restaurant is hosting an open-house-style sale at its location on E Gude Drive to offload all remaining equipment and fixtures. Everything from the facility must be sold during the designated time frame.
Timeline
The restaurant will hold its closing sale on November 1, 2026, from 11am to 1pm.
The affiliated Kona Ice franchise celebrated its 14th anniversary in 2026.
Market Landscape
This closure reflects the ongoing consolidation of local small business assets in Montgomery County. By focusing on established brands like Kona Ice, the owners are shifting their resources away from stationary storefronts to maintain competitive market share.
Local patrons or businesses looking for restaurant equipment may visit the location during the two-hour sale window to purchase assets. The closure effectively removes this specific dining option from the local commercial landscape.
The takeaway
Business owners looking to liquidate assets often utilize open-house sales to expedite the transition of physical equipment. Readers interested in such items should ensure they arrive promptly during the brief two-hour window.
Further reading
For more information on local business shifts, see the Rockville Openings & Closings section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The MoCo Show.
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