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Wonder Food Hall Set to Open in Frederick This February

Wonder Food Hall, the rapidly growing food company, is officially coming to Frederick. The new location is set to open in February 2026 at 5473 Urbana Pike, directly next to the Starbucks in front of Target. “Opening soon” and “We’re hiring” signage is already visible at the site. Wonder is a modern “fast fine” food hall and delivery concept founded by Marc Lore (co-founder of … Continue reading Wonder Food Hall Set to Open in Frederick This February

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Costco Purchases Former Super 8 Motel in Frederick for $6.5 Million

Retail giant Costco Wholesale has quietly purchased the shuttered Super 8 by Wyndham motel beside its Frederick, Maryland, location on Monocacy Boulevard, fueling speculation about the company’s plans. State tax records show that the 2.25-acre property at 20 Monocacy Boulevard changed hands for $6.5 million on September 30. The motel, once a budget option for travelers, has been vacant for months and was recently fenced … Continue reading Costco Purchases Former Super 8 Motel in Frederick for $6.5 Million

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Business, Downtown Frederick, News, Restaurant

Firestone’s Culinary Tavern Buildings Sell for $2.6M, New ‘Fire & Oak’ Restaurant Set to Open

The buildings that once housed Firestone’s Culinary Tavern and Sidecar Bar, which served the community from 1999 until their closing in 2024, have been purchased by N. Market Venture LLC, an investment group with deep roots in the local restaurant scene. The $2.6 million sale of 105–107 N. Market Street was handled by MacKenzie Retail, with agents Henry Deford, Tim Harrington, and Corey Caputo leading … Continue reading Firestone’s Culinary Tavern Buildings Sell for $2.6M, New ‘Fire & Oak’ Restaurant Set to Open

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Frederick, Maryland, News, United States

Five Maryland Cities Ranked Among Best Small Cities in America

WalletHub (a personal-finance website), recently ranked Frederick, Annapolis, Bethesda, Gaithersburg and Rockville among the top 10% of the Best Small Cities in the United States. “No two small cities are made equal, though, so which ones outshine the rest? To find out, WalletHub compared more than 1,300 U.S. cities with populations between 25,000 and 100,000 based on 45 key indicators of livability. They range from … Continue reading Five Maryland Cities Ranked Among Best Small Cities in America

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Business, Downtown Frederick, News, Restaurant

New Restaurant Coming to Former Firestone’s Space in Downtown Frederick

The former Firestone’s Culinary Tavern space at 105 N. Market Street has a new chapter ahead. A liquor license application has been filed for a new restaurant called Fire & Oak. The commercial property listing for the space has also recently been removed. Back in June 2024, we let you know that Firestone’s would be closing its doors for good later that month, after 26 years … Continue reading New Restaurant Coming to Former Firestone’s Space in Downtown Frederick

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Confirmed: Raising Cane’s Coming to Frederick

It’s official: Frederick is getting its first Raising Cane’s. Site plans confirm that the building currently home to Applebee’s at 5613 Spectrum Dr., near the Francis Scott Key Mall, will be demolished to make way for a brand-new 3,300-square-foot Raising Cane’s with a drive-thru. What remains unclear is when Applebee’s will close, whether the restaurant plans to relocate in Frederick, and when construction on the … Continue reading Confirmed: Raising Cane’s Coming to Frederick

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Business, Downtown Frederick, News, Restaurant

Ekiben Frederick Update

Back in May, we shared that Baltimore’s Ekiben would be bringing its bold Taiwanese-inspired flavors—like steamed buns, crispy Thai chicken, spicy tofu, and their famous tempura broccoli—to 500 N Market Street in Downtown Frederick. In July, the construction team at Pondosa Projects uncovered unexpected structural problems, which required installing bracing, closing sidewalks, and completing demolition under the city’s guidance. After a period of idleness, there’s … Continue reading Ekiben Frederick Update

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South Mountain Creamery Ice Cream Shop & Pizza Closing After 8 Years in Frederick

After eight years in Downtown Frederick, South Mountain Creamery’s Ice Cream & Pizza shop, located at 50 Citizen’s Way, Suite 101, will be closing on August 24, 2025. Read the full release below: “South Mountain Creamery, a farmer-owned and operated creamery, has chosen not to renew their lease on the South Mountain Creamery Ice Cream Shop & Pizza in Downtown Frederick, Maryland. Located off Carroll … Continue reading South Mountain Creamery Ice Cream Shop & Pizza Closing After 8 Years in Frederick

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Spirit Halloween Set To Return to Frederick

The seasonal chain has confirmed on its website that it will be opening a Frederick location at the former Joann Fabric & Crafts at 1003 W Patrick St, which recently closed permanently. The last Spirit Halloween in Frederick County popped up in 2023 at the former Bed Bath & Beyond on Urbana Pike. An exact opening date hasn’t been announced, but based on previous years, … Continue reading Spirit Halloween Set To Return to Frederick

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Maryland, News

Maryland Ranked 34th Best State to Live, Here’s the Full Breakdown

According to a new study from WalletHub (a personal finance website known for its data-driven rankings and reports on everything from cost of living to credit cards) Maryland landed #34 out of all 50 states. The study evaluated 51 key factors across affordability, economy, education & health, quality of life, and safety. Here’s how Maryland scored: 🏠 Affordability: 38th💼 Economy: 37th📚 Education & Health: 19th🌆 … Continue reading Maryland Ranked 34th Best State to Live, Here’s the Full Breakdown

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