Chick N’ Friends
Chick N’ Friends is relocating from Owen Brown Village Center to Columbia Gateway, reopening by early April 2026. This will be their fifth location in nearly four decades of business.
Seppia
180-seat restaurant serving seasonal, seafood-forward menu evoking southern Italy with Maryland twist. Located in former Five and Dime Ale House on the Avenue in Hampden. Will feature house-made pastas, craft cocktails, and signature cuttlefish preparation.
Taco Love Grill
Taco Love Grill is opening a new Locust Point location in Baltimore, one week away from opening as of March 5, 2026
Silk Route
New restaurant replacing Tia Queta in downtown Bethesda, currently hiring staff with liquor license hearing scheduled for April 9
Ginger & Gin
Asian and sushi restaurant replacing Ship’s Cafe Restaurant and Crab House. Sale pending administrative steps and liquor board hearing scheduled for March 9.
Peter Chang Annapolis
James Beard Award-finalist Chinese restaurant taking reservations and waiting for final city inspections before opening. Known for authentic Chinese menu including ginger scallion double lobster and signature whole Peking duck.
Char’d
Burger restaurant with signage being installed, windows still covered indicating construction/buildout phase
Call Your Mother
Call Your Mother bagel shop is opening a new Bethesda brick-and-mortar location. Construction permit has been issued to renovate the storefront from previous tenant Hardwood Artisans. Founded by Daniela Moreira and Andrew Dana, specializes in bagels that are a fusion between NY-style and Montreal-style.
Wonder
Wonder food hall concept opening in Frederick, MD. Features approximately 15 different eateries partnering with high-profile chefs. Located next to Starbucks and in front of Target.
Chicken Salad Chick
Alabama-born chain specializing in chicken salad with various flavors like apple-pecan, barbecue, and cheddar-ranch. Opening at Valley Village off Reisterstown Road in Owings Mills.