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Award-Winning Pizzeria Expanding Into Howard County
A pizzeria with five locations in Baltimore and roots tied to New Orleans will be opening in the next couple of months in Ellicott City.

A pizzeria with five locations in Baltimore and roots tied to New Orleans will be opening in the next couple of months in Ellicott City.

In honor of National Fried Chicken Day, Bonchon Rockville will be hosting a wing-eating competition on Saturday.
The Alatri Bros. pizzeria in Bethesda announced it would be temporarily closing following the death of one of its "cherished" team members.
Five restaurants scattered across Maryland have made the cut in a ranking of the top 38 eateries to check out in the D.C. region.
A mission is launched to help grandma's restaurant, Baltimore County's Summer Restaurant Week kicks off, and Towson eatery gets new owners.
Baltimore County's Summer Restaurant Week runs from July 10 to 19, showcasing more than 40 eateries specializing in a variety of dishes.
The owners behind Barley's Backyard Uptown recently sold the Towson restaurant for an undisclosed amount.
A college student has kick-started a 60-day mission to help her grandmother's Silver Spring restaurant.
Nico's Bagels & Brunch will host the grand opening for its new Edgewater location this week.
The Wonder food hall brand will be opening its latest branch July 30 at the Bowie Town Center, officials confirmed to Patch.
Kitsch, a Baltimore-based cafe, made a nationwide ranking of the best breakfast sandwiches. See which sandwich made the listing.
Two new waterfront restaurants will open to Annapolis diners in July: the Marmo Italian Chophouse and Armada Dockside Cantina.
The Wonder food hall will be hosting two grand openings in Maryland's Glen Burnie and Bowie communities this month.
The winners of the 2026 RAMMY Awards were announced this week. Here's a list of Maryland restaurants that took home awards.
The Fish Taco brand is expanding its footprint in Montgomery County. Now, it's setting up shop in Gaithersburg.
China Taste, a beloved Chinese eatery that operated just off Rockville Pike for decades, permanently closed as owners sought to retire.
Nearly 30 restaurants across the Old Line State were recognized this week with a 2026 Wine Spectator Award. See who made the list.
A pizza shop coming to Ellicott City will bring homestyle cooking and a minimalist menu, but with a twist.
The Always Ice Cream brand will be coming to Montgomery County this fall, with plans to establish a shop in Bethesda.
Taco Bamba is a Northern Virginia restaurant with more than a dozen locations. Now, it's looking to expand into downtown Bethesda.
Kerry Brodie, founder of nonprofit Emma's Torch, tells Patch why Silver Spring was selected as the cafe-culinary training center's new home.
The annual Ice Cream Trail has kicked off for the summer with new spots, the Blueberry Festival is coming to town and a BWW has opened.
Two eateries from Maryland made a nationwide list of the top 50 pizzerias.
The nonprofit Emma's Torch will open its new Silver Spring location on June 12.
A take-out wings pitstop will be opening in Ellicott City with specials offered all weekend long to celebrate its arrival.
An ice cream shop will be opening in Montgomery Co., a coffee shop has debuted in Howard Co. and a Mexican-fusion eatery has set down roots.
Bubbakoo's Burritos has opened in Greenbelt with customizable menu items featuring fresh ingredients.
Only In Your State compiled a list of the 50 eateries that represent the absolute peak of taco culture in 2026.
El Patio has opened its newest location at the Traville Village Center, expanding its footprint in the county.
A popular retailer has opened at Festival at Riva, while a first-of-its-kind store concept now calls the Annapolis Mall home.
The Tropical Smoothie Cafe will be offering free smoothies for a year to the first 50 customers on Saturday.
Dance legend's legacy opens spot in MD, Upscale has unveiled its hottest fashions and a national BBQ chain closes its MD eatery.
Cinco de Mayo marks Mexico’s 1862 victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla. Discover where you can celebrate in Maryland.
A popular restaurant chain known for its barbecue platters, ribs and steak has closed its only Maryland location.
The Marathon Deli will be opening a new location in Kensington, marking its first base in the county.
Ruth's Chris Steak House has announced it will be relocating to the Annapolis Town Center, eyeing an opening for the fall.
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.
Vivi's Chicken 'n Mac held its grand opening Saturday in Severna Park.
A longstanding staple among department stores will close a MD location, a mall is demolished, while a coffee chain expands in this county.
NBA star Kevin Durant buys Six Flags site, MD restaurants nominated for RAMMYs, BWI has a new flight, home decor chain store opening.