El Metate
El Metate is a new Mexican restaurant planning to open in Wheaton, MD at 2302-2304 Price Avenue. The concept has applied for a New Class B Beer, Wine & Liquor License with Montgomery County. The restaurant will span 1,796 square feet and feature indoor dining, a bar, and an outdoor cafe. Hours will be Mon-Thu […]
Playa Bowls
Playa Bowls franchisee Gene Sherman signed a lease for 1,226 sq ft at Westview Promenade in Frederick County, MD. This is his second Frederick County location; a third is planned for Urbana with a Q1 2027 opening. Sherman also plans two additional locations in Carroll or Washington counties. The concept is a superfruit bowl shop […]
Werewolves Welcome
New cocktail bar in Old Goucher neighborhood from veteran bartender Bryan Ranere and his wife Caroline (architectural/interior/graphic designer). Features black-and-white abstract exterior, mirrored bar tables, and Alice in Wonderland-inspired staircase. Currently in preview mode with grand opening slated for early September 2026.
Chipotle
Four restaurant chains (Chipotle, Five Guys, Quickway, and Jersey Mike’s) are coming to Reisterstown Road Plaza in Baltimore. Chipotle will occupy a 2,519 sq ft space with a Chipotlane drive-thru. Construction of the multi-tenant site is expected to be completed by end of 2026, with restaurants opening shortly after. Part of an ongoing revitalization project […]
Hangry Joe’s Hot Chicken
Hangry Joe’s Hot Chicken is opening a new franchise location in Oxon Hill, MD. The fast-casual concept will occupy a 3,000 sq ft space with seating for ~40 customers. Menu includes hot chicken wings, wraps, tenders, sandwiches, loaded fries, mac and cheese, salads, and waffles. Franchisee is HJ Oxon Hill LLC. Team is targeting early […]
Pizza Monkey
Detroit-style pizza concept founded in 2024, currently operating as a pop-up inside Corned Beef King at 330 N. Stonestreet Ave. Moving into the former Gilly’s Craft Beer & Fine Wine space (2,125 sq ft). Has filed for an alcoholic beverage license with Montgomery County Board of License Commissioners. Will serve beer and wine alongside Detroit-style […]
Hawkers Asian Street Fare
Hawkers Asian Street Fare has signed a lease for a 5,228 sq ft space at 105 Ellington Blvd in Gaithersburg, MD, formerly occupied by Ted’s Montana Grill. This will be their second Montgomery County location, with another already open in Bethesda. Menu features dim sum, noodles, rice, curry, and soups. No specific opening timeline has […]
Bogotá Coffee House
Signage has been installed for Bogotá Coffee House at 115 N. Washington St. in Rockville, MD. The space previously had signage for La Poteria Local, a Colombian café, with construction underway. It is unclear if Bogotá Coffee House is a new concept from La Poteria or an entirely different operator. Opening timeline is unknown.
Dunkin’
New stand-alone 1,861 sq ft Dunkin’ with drive-thru and 700+ sq ft outdoor seating under construction in Laurel Glen Shopping Center parking lot. Relocating from nearby strip mall location at 22861 Three Notch Road. Approved by St. Mary’s County Planning Commission in May 2025. No opening date announced yet.
Northwest Chinese Food
Northwest Chinese Food is returning to College Park on Aug. 15, 2026, sharing space with its sister location Li Chun Café at 7401 Baltimore Ave. The restaurant will operate dinner service (sit-down, authentic Chinese food) from 5–9 p.m., while Li Chun Café handles lunch 11 a.m.–3 p.m. The space has been updated with custom marble […]