Route 40 West, also known as the Golden Mile, represents so much worth celebrating about Frederick. This route houses dozens of local shops, restaurants, and other businesses operated by hardworking Frederick residents who bring a global flair to our Frederick community. A drive along the Golden Mile will show you how much these restaurants, businesses, and neighborhoods have to offer you and your family and the community at large. Not only will it take you into the City of Frederick—it’ll take you to so much more.