Italian Eatery Reopens + Best DMV Dining + Pastry Café Adds 2nd Site: MD Business

MARYLAND — After just a few months in business, a Brazilian steakhouse in Maryland has nabbed itself a top spot on a list of best new restaurants in the region. If Italian fare fits your mood, swing by an eatery that has officially reopened after being closed for three years.

A cheesesteak eatery that's enjoyed success in Howard County has opened in Baltimore County, while a popular pastry cafe announced plans to expand further across the state.

And there's a new salon to check out, an expanding thrift store and a bookstore is also growing.

Check out the latest business happenings in Maryland this week.

MD Restaurant Lands On Eater's Best-Of List For March

Terra Gaucha, which opened in December, recently was named to Eater D.C.'s latest list of best new restaurants in the DMW. The Brazilian steakhouse offers a variety of cold and hot foods.

This Beloved Italian Restaurant Has Officially Reopened

Anthony's Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar is open for business once again. The restaurant had been closed since 2023.

Cheesesteak Shop Announces New Location: Report

The Cheesesteak & Co. shop will expand this summer with a new location. It's known for what the walk-in only eatery calls "mouth-watering cheesesteaks made with 100% ribeye beef, signature Cooper Sharp cheese, and fresh Amoroso rolls."

This Pastry Café Is Expanding In The County

Popular boutique café Paris Baguette announced plans to expand with a new brick-and-mortar location in Anne Arundel County.

Bankrupt National Retailer With Multiple MD Locations To Close Stores

A well-known national retailer could not find a purchaser after declaring bankruptcy last month and is attempting to shutter more than 170 locations — including its Maryland stores.

More Maryland business news:

• New Lifestyle Store Opens At Montgomery Mall
• Salon To Hold Grand Opening This Week
• Popular Bookstore Expands In Baltimore Co.
• The Thrift Boutique Announces Expansion Plans
• New Sports Bar Opens In Annapolis
• 'Great Location': New Salon Drops The Anchor In Severna Park
• Multiple Arrests Made At This Baltimore Co. Mall
• 5 MD Hospitals Ranked In Top 10% For Patient Safety
• Winning $4M Mega Millions Ticket Sold In Montgomery County
• $100K Lotto Win To Help Security Guard Pay Off Medical Bill
• $100K Lotto Win For Retiree To Help Tackle Home Renovation Projects
• Outdoor Summer Concert Series Announced
• MD Man Wins $50,000 Powerball Prize
• 3 Generations Take A Gamble On Lotto Tickets, Score $30K