Assault at Ellsworth Place mall in Silver Spring

Montgomery County police responded to a report of a 2nd-degree assault at Ellsworth Place mall at 8661 Colesville Road in downtown Silver Spring on Friday, April 10, 2026. The assault was reported at the mall at 7:53 PM Friday. The suspect was ultimately also accused of disorderly conduct, resisting an officer, and possession of a concealed weapon.

TD Bank closes at Ellsworth Place in Silver Spring

TD Bank has closed at Ellsworth Place mall in downtown Silver Spring. Their space has been cleared out, and is now available for lease. The departure of the bank and Outback Steakhouse have left a very vacant feeling around this entrance to the mall. TD Bank has been closing branches in the area, including two in downtown Bethesda, so it probably wasn't a failure with this location specifically that led to the closure.

Armed robbery in downtown Silver Spring

Montgomery County police responded to a report of an armed robbery in downtown Silver Spring on February 15, 2026. The robbery was reported at Ellsworth Place mall at 8661 Colesville Road at 5:49 PM. A firearm was the weapon employed in the robbery. An assault was also reported during the same incident.

New hours for PNC Bank in downtown Silver Spring

The PNC Bank branch at 8661 Colesville Road in the Ellsworth Place mall in Silver Spring is changing its hours. It's new hours will be 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday, and 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Saturdays. The new hours will take effect on January 12, 2026. Currently, the bank is open until 6:00 PM on weekdays.

Ellsworth Place has Christmas decor cornered in downtown Silver Spring

The shocking lack of Christmas trees and decor at Downtown Silver Spring, and around downtown Silver Spring in general, has stunned many shoppers and residents. One tiny oasis has been located in the downtown area, inside Ellsworth Place mall. Tucked away in a semi-shadowy corner of the mall are a nicely-decorated Christmas tree, a life-size Santa Claus figure, and five wrapped gifts. Did the Montgomery County Council quietly pass a ban on holiday decorations in downtown Silver Spring? If so, kudos to Ellsworth Place for defying it.

Outback Steakhouse closes in Silver Spring

Outback Steakhouse has closed at 8661 Colesville Road at Ellsworth Place mall in downtown Silver Spring, according to a sign posted at the premises. Signage for the restaurant has been stripped from the building. Tables are still in place in the outside dining area, but without chairs.

The closure is a major shock. This is a prime location across from The Fillmore concert venue. The interior fit-out of the space was lengthy and expensive. And all for naught. Outback remains open in Aspen Hill.

Commas food hall opens in Silver Spring

Commas food hall has opened inside the Ellsworth Place mall in downtown Silver Spring. A grand opening celebration is being held today at the food hall, which is on Level 3 of the mall. There will be free food, games, prizes, and live entertainment. It will be interesting to see how the food hall is received, as many others in Montgomery County have closed, or are closing, including ones in Rockville and Friendship Heights.

Don Pollo space available for lease at Ellsworth Place in Silver Spring

Don Pollo's days appear to be numbered at the Ellsworth Place mall in downtown Silver Spring. The mall has put its space at 905 Ellsworth Drive on the market for lease. The online listing states that the Don Pollo space will be available as of November 1, 2025. A virtual tour found in the listing shows the address, as well as many 360-degree photos of Don Pollo's exterior and interior. Don Pollo opened at the mall in 2020.

Strong-arm robbery at Ellsworth Place mall in Silver Spring

Montgomery County police responded to a report of a strong-arm robbery inside Ellsworth Place mall in downtown Silver Spring on June 1, 2025. Two suspects approached the juvenile male victim around 7:19 PM that evening. According to police, they proceeded to assault him, and take his property. 

Police describe the suspects only as two Hispanic males of unknown age. If you can assist detectives in identifying either of these suspects, call police at (301) 279-8000.

Silver Spring construction update: Commas food hall (Photos)

Here's a look at the current progress on the new Commas food hall at Ellsworth Place mall in downtown Silver Spring. The opening is years behind schedule, but the developer posted on May 12 that "we're almost ready to open our doors." Most everything appears to be in place, from seating to signage for the individual tenants. Up first when the doors open are 6 Skewers (Persian), C3 Bar (cocktails), Claude Have Mercy (seafood), J&J Mex-Taqueria, MoMo Hub (Nepalese), Tato's (potatoes), The Champ's Kitchen (Caribbean), and Tokoa Cheesesteaks." When the day comes, look for Commas on Level 3 of the mall.

Man robbed at knifepoint in downtown Silver Spring

A man was robbed at knifepoint in downtown Silver Spring on May 8, 2025. The robbery was reported in the 900 block of Ellsworth Drive at 9:00 PM Thursday night. @DCNewsLive reported on X that the robbery took place outside of the Chipotle at 907 Ellsworth Drive, and that multiple suspects surrounded the victim and displayed the knife, before fleeing with the victim's money. The robbery took place the night before Montgomery County police planned to deploy additional officers on Friday and Saturday nights in that area of downtown Silver Spring.

DTLR opens in Silver Spring

DTLR has opened at Ellsworth Place mall in downtown Silver Spring, the mall announced yesterday. The chain sells top name brand athletic shoes, sportswear, and accessories. Nike, Puma, Adidas, and North Face are among the labels offered. DTLR has an existing store at Westfield's Wheaton Plaza mall.

Commas food hall update in Silver Spring (Photos)

The new Commas food hall at Ellsworth Place mall in downtown Silver Spring is starting to round into a finished product. It's an addition to the mall that has faced multiple delays over the past several years. Evidence of the latest speed bump in the road was posted at the construction site on November 6. An Inspection Disapproval notice states that there was "no poc on site" for "the second time." The Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services inspector issued a requirement for a reinspection fee to proceed.

Assault at Ellsworth Place in Silver Spring

Montgomery County police responded to a report of a 2nd-degree assault at Ellsworth Place mall in downtown Silver Spring yesterday afternoon, October 16, 2024. The assault was reported at 4:48 PM Wednesday. Last January, the mall announced it had hired a new security team to protect patrons and employees of businesses at the center, at a time when retailers nationwide are dealing with a sustained spike in shoplifting.

Elegant Look opens in downtown Silver Spring

Elegant Look has opened at 8661 Colesville Road in the Ellsworth Place mall in downtown Silver Spring. The boutique offers clothing for special events for men, women, and children. If you need wardrobe for weddings, proms, and other occasions, they promise you will have an elegant look for your special event. Look for Elegant Look on Level 4 of the mall, near the garage entrance.

New street art on Ellsworth Drive in Silver Spring (Photos)

The pedestrian-only block of Ellsworth Drive between Georgia Avenue and Fenton Street is abuzz with new street art for (Silver) spring. Paint was still drying when these photos were taken. A honeycomb pattern of various colors is populated with insectoid and plant life. Not for the melissophobic!

Outback Steakhouse opens in downtown Silver Spring (Photos)

Outback Steakhouse has opened at 8661 Colesville Road in the Ellsworth Place mall in downtown Silver Spring. "G'Day! The downtown Silver Spring, MD location opens today! We hope to see you there, mate," a spokesperson for the chain said in a message Tuesday. The restaurant opened at 4:00 PM yesterday. Source of the Spring and the Maryland Daily Record reported the April 9 opening date last week.