Rockville, MD|News|
Cafe's Grand Opening To Offer Free Smoothie Special: Report
The Tropical Smoothie Cafe will be offering free smoothies for a year to the first 50 customers on Saturday.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
MD Restaurants
Bel Air, MD|News|
Dance Studio Opens + Trendy Retailer Sets Up Shop + BBQ Eatery Closes + Greek Deli Debuts: MD Business News
Dance legend's legacy opens spot in MD, Upscale has unveiled its hottest fashions and a national BBQ chain closes its MD eatery.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
9 Events To Celebrate Cinco De Mayo In Maryland
Cinco de Mayo marks Mexico’s 1862 victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla. Discover where you can celebrate in Maryland.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
Popular National Restaurant Chain Closes Only MD Location
A popular restaurant chain known for its barbecue platters, ribs and steak has closed its only Maryland location.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Deli Shop To Open New Branch
The Marathon Deli will be opening a new location in Kensington, marking its first base in the county.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Steakhouse Announces Relocation To Annapolis
Ruth's Chris Steak House has announced it will be relocating to the Annapolis Town Center, eyeing an opening for the fall.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Towson, MD|News|
'Old School' Italian Eatery Arrives In Town
Rocco's Old School Italian & Wine Bar just held its grand opening on Tuesday, bringing a curated list of classic dishes to the Towson area.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Odenton-Severn, MD|News|
Mac And Cheese Shop Holds Grand Opening
Vivi's Chicken 'n Mac held its grand opening Saturday in Severna Park.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
Iconic Store Closings + Costco Recall + Coffee Chain's New Site: MD Business
A longstanding staple among department stores will close a MD location, a mall is demolished, while a coffee chain expands in this county.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
New Flight At BWI + Best Restaurants + Home Decor Store Opens: MD Business
NBA star Kevin Durant buys Six Flags site, MD restaurants nominated for RAMMYs, BWI has a new flight, home decor chain store opening.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
The Best Hole-In-The-Wall Joint For Pizza Is This Hidden MD Gem
Food and culture website The Takeout recently rounded up the top no-frills pizza joints in every state. See which MD pizzeria made the list.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
These MD Restaurants Were Named 2026 RAMMY Finalists
The 2026 finalist class for the highly-coveted RAMMY Awards was announced this week. Here's a list of restaurants to keep an eye on.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
Ben & Jerry's Offering Free Ice Cream At MD Stores: See When
Ben & Jerry's is giving away ice cream at its Maryland stores on Free Cone Day.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Perry Hall, MD|News|
The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck Is Coming To Town
The popular Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is making a pit stop in the county this month. Here's what you need to know.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Hello Kitty Cafe Truck Visits MoCo This Weekend
The popular Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is making a pit stop in the county this weekend. Here's what you need to know.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
Ice Cream Time + Beloved Bakery Closes + Chicken Chain Expands + Italian Pastries: MD Business
A cafe opens staffed by neurodivergent employees, McCormick is buying food rivals, a new bakery and ice cream, where to dine with top chefs.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Ice Cream Shop Holds Grand Opening This Weekend
Sarah's Handmade Ice Cream and Treats is opening its new location in the Bethesda-Chevy Chase region this weekend.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
MD's Best BBQ Joint Named In Southern Living's New Survey
Southern Living said this award-winning barbecue spot in Maryland "has perhaps the deepest whiskey selection of any barbecue place."
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Columbia, MD|News|
Popular Chicken Chain Opens Location In Howard County
Any patron wearing cow spots or cow-spotted accessories will receive a free entrée or kid’s meal at Thursday's grand opening of this eatery.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
Deli Shop Expands + 118 Laid Off + Vintage Market Opens + Hello Kitty Truck: MD Business
A book festival celebrates its 23rd year, the Hello Kitty Cafe Truck will visit, a vintage shop opens and a bakery lays off 118 workers.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Columbia, MD|News|
These MD Stores Among More Than 1,400 In US Expected To Close In 2026
Retail, grocery and restaurant chains are closing hundreds of locations in 2026 to shed underperforming stores. What does it mean in MD?
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
MD Chef Scores Big Restaurant Nod
Jarrad Silver, chef and owner of Silver and Sons BBQ, was named a semifinalist for the 2026 Rammy Awards, which will be held this summer.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
Ex-WBAL Duo Launch Podcast + Tex Mex Eatery, Bakery, Snowball Stand Closings: MD Business
A national chain Tex Mex restaurant has closed its doors, a bakery has shuttered 2 locations and a snowball stand won't reopen.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
This Restaurant Named 'Most Iconic Diner' In MD By Business Insider
A local restaurant was included among Business Insider's recent list of the "most iconic diners in every state."
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Italian Eatery Picks MoCo For Its First Expansion
The Florida-based Italian restaurant Prato will open its first expansion site in the county later this year.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Coffee Shop Hosts Grand Opening This Weekend
Coffee Republic will be offering a list of goodies this weekend for its grand opening.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
Baltimore Bakery To Close Both Locations This Spring
The business started in 2020 and later expanded to a second location in Baltimore's Hamilton neighborhood.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Columbia, MD|News|
Hawaiian Barbecue Restaurant Opens In Howard County
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, the largest Hawaii-based restaurant chain, opened its doors Feb. 21 in Howard County with its plate lunch concept.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
New Restaurant Arrives In Annapolis
The Positano Ristorante and Pizzeria is open for business in Annapolis.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
Italian Eatery Reopens + Best DMV Dining + Pastry Café Adds 2nd Site: MD Business
A beloved restaurant returns after 2 years, top MD hospitals, national clothing chain closings, and bookstore and thrift store expansions.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Owings Mills-Reisterstown, MD|News|
Cheesesteak Shop Announces New Location: Report
A popular cheesesteak shop will be opening a new location in Owings Mills in a few months, according to a report.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Anne Arundel, MD|News|
This Beloved Italian Restaurant Has Officially Reopened
After being closed for a few years, Anthony's Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar in Pasadena is officially open.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
New Sports Bar Opens In Annapolis
Augie’s Mussel House & Sports Bar has officially opened in Annapolis.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Rockville, MD|News|
MD Restaurant Lands On Eater's Best-Of List For March
Rockville's Terra Gaucha made the cut for Eater D.C.'s list of best new restaurants for March.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
Food Truck Spurs Restaurant + Store Closings + 'Shark Tank' Deal: MD Business
A gift from a stranger at Walmart is worth $1 million, a golf franchise expands and a food truck has opened a brick-and-mortar site.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
National Restaurant Chain With 11 MD Locations Downsizing
A burger chain with 11 Maryland sites are considering closing eateries and has introduced a new menu to try to solve its financial woes.
Amanda Lumpkin and Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Char'd Is Days Away From Opening First MD Restaurant
After operating a food truck in Gaithersburg, Char'd is officially opening its first brick-and-mortar site in Maryland this week.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
Beloved Restaurant Returns + 2 Chains Closing + Caribbean Caterer's Milestone: MD Business
A Caribbean caterer celebrates five years, 2 new millionaires, beloved Italian restaurant reopens, new Peter Chang, superfood cafe arrives.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Eatery Reflects On Its First Annapolis Restaurant Week
As the 2026 Annapolis Restaurant Week nears its end, Firebirds Wood Fired Grill tells Patch how its first time participating went.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Ellicott City, MD|News|
This Is The Best Sandwich Joint In MD, New List Says
The ranking suggests Marylanders should head to Howard or Anne Arundel counties for a crab cake or tuna steak sandwich.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
