Catalyst Hot Dogs launched a Honeycomb Credit campaign to bankroll its first permanent DMV restaurant, expanding beyond its trailer and pop-up service.

James Beard winner Spike Gjerde is planning Ecco Market, an Italian‑inspired production kitchen and retail market at Hampden’s Whitehall Mill, backed by an $816K loan.

Spice Kitchen's Canton outpost centers on suya, jollof rice and plantains as the DMV‑born West African concept moves into Baltimore. The owners say growth could lead to more states.

Augie’s Mussel House & Sports Bar is headed to Annapolis Town Center in late February with a mussel‑centered menu, beer pairings and big‑screen TVs.

Vivi’s Chicken n' Mac will close its Edgewater spot this Saturday and plans a 'coming soon' Severna Park location at 544 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd.

Refocused Vegan, the downtown Baltimore vegan spot, will close its 429 N. Eutaw St. location after seven years. The restaurant built a following for vegan wings and mac-and-cheese.

Slim Chickens will open Feb. 23 at 11300 York Road in Hunt Valley, bringing tenders, mac bowls and roughly 85 local jobs to the area.

Chick-fil-A is testing Chicken & Waffles sandwiches in Baltimore and San Antonio, with breakfast and lunch/dinner versions available until January 24.

Geno's Steaks is set to open its first Maryland location in Baltimore's Power Plant Live! in early 2026, bringing its famous Philly cheesesteak to the local culinary scene.

Papi Cuisine in Federal Hill has closed due to technical issues; reservations are moved to Proper Cuisine. Co-owner Alex Perez focuses on a new business direction, including a seasoning line.

Baltimore's Summer Restaurant Week will feature 60 restaurants offering special menus from July 25 to August 3, highlighting the city's culinary diversity.

Food Lion recalled ground beef from its Glen Burnie store due to possible contamination with foreign materials, but no reports of illness have surfaced.

Atlas Restaurant Group is opening a new The Admiral's Cup tavern in Annapolis' historic Stevens Hardware building by summer 2025, expanding their Maryland dining presence.