Category: Restaurant

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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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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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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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Baltimore’s Asian Fusion Favorite Ekiben Coming to Downtown Frederick

Baltimore’s Ekiben, is bringing its bold flavors to downtown Frederick—taking over the space formerly home to a barbershop at 500 N Market Street. Known for Taiwanese-style steamed buns, crispy Thai chicken, spicy tofu, and its popular tempura broccoli. Founders Steve Chu and Ephrem Abebe first debuted Ekiben more than a decade ago at the Fells Point Farmers Market, opening their first brick-and-mortar in 2016. One … Continue reading Baltimore’s Asian Fusion Favorite Ekiben Coming to Downtown Frederick

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Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar Coming Soon to Former Manina Space in Urbana

Coming soon signage for ‘Vesuvius, Italian & Wine Bar’ is now visible at the former Manina location in Urbana (3290 Bennett Creek Ave Unit A), which closed just over two years ago. Manina described itself as “an American wood-fired pizzeria with house-cured meats, seasonal plates, and creative cocktails — local and organic all the way,” according to its website. While an official opening date for … Continue reading Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar Coming Soon to Former Manina Space in Urbana

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Plans Unveiled for New Food Hall in Downtown Frederick

A small-scale food hall is set to open in Downtown Frederick, thanks to a collaboration between Downtown Frederick Partnership, McClintock Distilling, and The City of Frederick. Downtown Frederick Partnership announced that the 6,000 sq. ft. space will include four food stalls, a McClintock-operated bar, a market stall showcasing local goods, and a community gathering area. Construction is set to begin in late summer 2025. “With … Continue reading Plans Unveiled for New Food Hall in Downtown Frederick

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Marco’s Pizza Coming Soon to Frederick Shopping Center

Marco’s Pizza is set to open its doors in Frederick by the end of January, bringing their fresh, authentic flavors to the city. Enjoy their famous menu featuring freshly baked pizzas, cheesy breadsticks, flavorful wings, delicious subs, and much more. Marco’s Pizza will be open from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM on weekdays and 11:00 AM to midnight on weekends. A Grand Opening event is … Continue reading Marco’s Pizza Coming Soon to Frederick Shopping Center

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Potbelly Moves Closer to Opening in Frederick

Since July 2023 we first reported on Potbelly’s plans for expansion into Frederick County. More recently in October we let you know that the popular sandwich chain would be coming to the former Moe’s Southwest Grill space at 211 Shorebird St (in the Market Square at Frederick shopping center). Coming Soon signage is now visible around the exterior of the building, signaling progress is being … Continue reading Potbelly Moves Closer to Opening in Frederick

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La Paz to close after nearly 50 years in Downtown Frederick

After nearly 50 years of serving the Frederick community, La Paz Mexican Restaurant announced today that it will be closing its doors next month.•“Since April 4, 1978, La Paz has been a staple in Downtown Frederick. We’ve been a part of celebrations and gatherings of all kinds, and so many of you have become family,” the restaurant shared on social media.•“We’ve served the Frederick community … Continue reading La Paz to close after nearly 50 years in Downtown Frederick

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