Regardless of where you live, work or spend time in Baltimore County, there is a nearby neighborhood downtown that combines unique shopping and services with hometown personal service. The County's traditional shopping areas offer many choices for shopping, dining, and services, provided mostly by local businesses. Each district has a distinctive personality, ranging from the historic centers of Main Street Reisterstown and Dundalk Village to the urban college vibe of Towson and the waterfront area in Essex. Re Discover Arbutus East Drive & Sulphur Spring Road Decorate your home or brighten someone's day with an arrangement from Heaven Scent Florist & Gifts or Riedel's Flowers. For handcrafted art & gifts, affordable collectibles, jewelry, home decor, and lunch and dessert "to go" stop in the Lunchbox. Now & Then...Music offers records CD's, videos and DVD's. Enjoy a treat at the Ice Cream Cottage or grab a bite at Sorrentos or Leon's Triple L Restaurant. | Re Discover Overlea-Fullerton Belair Road Need some car repair? Consider Bill & Earl's Transmissions. Grab a bite to eat at Schooner's Restaurant, the Overlea Cafe or Carabba's Italian Grill. Treat your family to a movie at Beltway Movie 6 where you'll still pay less for 1st rate shows. For a new hobby, the Artist Corner offers stained glass courses along with stain glass items and repair. | Re Discover Catonsville Frederick Road & Baltimore National Pike There are lots of local retailers and restaurants offering a variety of goods and services all along or near Frederick Road. Cy's Tuxedos have bathing suits as well as tuxedo rentals, Plymouth Wallcoverings offers furniture & home decor, Objects Found has antiques and consignment items, and One World Gifts and Jeanna Lynn Bags & Designs offer unique items. Treats abound at Sugar Bakers Cakes and the Sugar Shack, and restaurants include El Nayar, Chef Paolino's Catonsville Gourmet Market & Fine Foods, Jennings, Ships Cafe and more. Music aficionados can stop in Bill's Music, Appalachian Music, or the Piano Man. | Re Discover Parkville Harford Road Hungry? Go to Jerry's D's Restaurant or order steamed crabs and shrimp from Jerry Seafood & Catering. Flowers by Flowers can beautify your home or help you spread some cheer with a floral arrangement. Stop in Creative Connections this Spring for wicker furniture and beach decor! | Re Discover Dundalk Dundalk Village Center Dundalk Avenue At the village you'll find Happy Hon's Books & Gifts, children's consignments clothing at The Be Hive, instruments & music lessons at Dundalk Music Center and beverages, sandwiches, and entertainment at Village Coffee and Tea House. Get an ice cream treat at Scoops, enjoy some family fun at Pinland Bowling Lanes or stop in French's Trains & Hobbies! A new hairstyle or trim awaits you at Avara's Academy of Hair Design or Irene's Beauty Saloon. | Re Discover Pikesville Reisterstown Road inside the Beltway Pikesville's "Restaurant Row" offers a variety of cuisine including those at Mari Luna Latin Grille, Pikes Diner, Vernisage and Pasticcio Italian Kitchen. For "eating in" or "on the go," stop in the International Food Market, Edmart Delicatessen or Goldberg's Bagels. Treat yourself or someone to an arrangement from Simply Beautiful Flowers, a bottle of wine from Vineyard's Elite or a new outfit or accessories from Absoult boutique or a made-to-order hat from Hats to Hose. | Re Discover Essex Eastern Avenue Stop in Fruitland Produce & Seafood for steamed crabs, fresh produce and garden items. The Sugarless Shop has sugarless treats and Geresbecks offers hometown service, a large bakery, deli and grocery needs. You can get a manicure, pedicure and hairstyle at C'est Trice Spa, and an arrangement for every occasion at Catherine's Flowers & Gift's. Grab a bite at the Essex Diner or Uncle Eddies or dine at Al's Seafood, Mr. Bill's Terrace Inn or at the Riverwatch Restaurant. | Re Discover Reisterstown Main Street, Reisterstown Historical Main Street merchants offer something for everyone. Walk from shop to shop where you'll find home decor, unique jewelry and accessories, purses & bags, consignment clothing, books for all ages, antiques & collectibles, ski's, snowboards and more. Take a break at and relax at Alice's Tea Room or Java Mama's Coffee Shop or lunch at Tonino's or the Harriman House. | Re Discover Liberty Road  Northern Pkwy to Deer Park Road Shop for specialty items at the Caribbean Grocery store or Old World Deli, enjoy the paella at LaFiesta Grill or down home cooking at Southern Blues. Relax and indulge yourself at Body Holiday Spa or get a new hairstyle at one of the stylist at The Salon Place. For visual pleasure, stop by Framin Art or the Aquarium Depot for fish, reptiles and related supplies. Pinky's Bridal has tuxedos and gowns in every size for special occasions. | Re Discover Towson  York Road & Towson Business District Whether you want to shop, eat or be entertained, you'll find lots of choices from which to select,all within a few blocks. Services also include hair salons, a yoga center, a florist, travel agency and more. Discover the exhibits and classes at Towson Framing Gallery, or hear live music at the Recher Theatre. Dine at Cafe Troia's new location, Thai One On, The Melting Pot, Strappazza, the Blue Grotto or at one of the many other restaurants located around town. | ReDiscover Woodlawn Village  Gwynn Oak Avenue & Windsor Blvd. Park your car, walk and get your errands done with one easy stop! Drop off your dry cleaning at Arundel Cleaners, get a haircut at Claytons Barber Shop, then pop in Woodlawn Hardware for expert advice along with needed items. Looking for a gift? Stop in A Good Book or Calico Cat. Also, Louise's Bakery has sweets and special cakes. Take time to relax afterward and enjoy lunch or dinner at nearby Monaghan's Pub. |
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Return to top Contact us about Commercial Revitalization at businesshelp@baltimorecountymd.gov or call 410-887-8000 Baltimore County Department of Economic Development 400 Washington Avenue Towson Maryland 21204 Revised June 18, 2009 |