Dining
Pizza Palace Closes in South Baltimore
Pizza Palace has closed at 1538 Light St. in South Baltimore. There is currently construction paper in the windows and renovations are taking place inside the carry-out restaurant space.
‘The Hanover’ by Smoking Swine and Diablo Doughnuts Opening This Weekend in Brooklyn
This Saturday, Hanover Bar will open at 3432 S. Hanover St. in Brooklyn. The bar is a partnership between Drew Pumphrey of the Smoking Swine food truck and Michael Roslan of Diablo Doughnuts. The space was the former location of O’Flynn’s and the longtime home of O’Brady’s Crab House.
Today is the Last Day for Pop Tacos in Federal Hill
After 13 years in Federal Hill, toady is the last day of operation for Pop Tacos. Pop Tacos, which is located at at 17 E. Cross St., will be open until 630pm today serving its Mexican/Korean-fusion dishes.
Hard Water Bar & Grill Opening This Week in Federal Hill
Hard Water Bar & Grill will open to the public this Wednesday at 902 S. Charles St. in Federal Hill. Hard Water fills a restaurant space that was most recently occupied by Metropolitan.
Stalking Horse Under New Ownership, “Upscale Tavern” with Detroit-Style Pizza Planned
Andrew Carter and Jesse Selke from the Delia Foley’s Group, as well as industry veteran Jason Zink, are the new owners of Stalking Horse at 26 E. Cross St. in Federal Hill.
Blooming Deli Closes in Federal Hill
Blooming Deli closed in recent weeks at 1448 Light St. in Federal Hill. A ‘for lease’ sign currently hangs from the storefront of the deli, which was open for three years.
‘Market Fresh Gourmet’ Grocery Store Coming to Center/West Development
Market Fresh Gourmet will be opening an 8,000 sq. ft. grocery store at the Avra apartment building located in the Center/West development in Poppleton. Construction is expected to begin in spring at a retail site on northwest corner of the development at Fayette and Schroder St.
Great Plates of Late Around South Baltimore
Great plates include a Tuscan-style pizza, a falafel pita from a new restaurant, a huge corned beef sandwich, Mardi Gras eats, and a salad with grilled chicken.
South Baltimore Business Roundup
An update on Nick’s Inner Harbor Seafood, a boutique opens in Federal Hill, a boutique closes in Federal Hill, a salon opens in Federal Hill, a Fort Ave. business celebrates 50 years, and a local restaurant is certified Kosher.
Afro-Latin Fusion Restaurant ‘Papi Cuisine’ Opens at 2 East Wells
Afro-Latin fusion restaurant Papi Cuisine has opened at 2 East Wells in South Baltimore. Papi Cuisine is currently in a soft opening with just carry-out at the moment, but plans to open its dining room in the next few weeks. Papi Cuisine, which is relocating from Fells Point, is moving into a 3,600 sq. ft. space vacated by Minnow and The Hot Dry.
‘Black Girl Market’ Taking Place This Sunday at Baltimore Museum of Industry
Riverside-based Codetta Bake Shop is hosting an event, called Black Girl Market, this Sunday at the Baltimore Museum of Industry. There will be approximately 20 Black women vendors selling a range of items and services including food, desserts, bottled lemonade, handmade jewelry, custom clothing and accessories, financial services, personal and family therapy, skin and body care, home goods, and more. There will also be a DJ, performers, and panelists.
Bill McLennan to Retire as Paul’s Place Executive Director Next Year
“It has been an incredible journey, during which Paul’s Place has grown to help so many people in the community. I’m proud to have played a role in that and excited to watch the organization continue to bring much-needed support services to City residents,” said McLennan
Tinybrickoven in Federal Hill Hosting its Second Easter Soup Kitchen
Federal Hill’s Tinybrickoven is transforming its pizza shop into a soup kitchen for the second straight Easter. It will serving a hot meal to anyone in need from 1pm to 6pm.
Fast-Casual Mediterranean Restaurant Pitamore Opens in Ridgely’s Delight
Fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant Pitamore opened yesterday at 519 W. Pratt St. in Ridgely’s Delight. This is the second location for Pitamore, which got its start in 2017 at 30 Light St. Downtown. The Ridgely’s Delight location is in The Greenhouse Apartments building fronting Greene St.
Baltimore Farmers’ Market & Bazaar Reopens Next Weekend
Returning in time to kick off the spring season, the Baltimore Farmers’ Market & Bazaar welcomes back beloved elements like hot food vendors and the Bazaar’s artisans in limited capacity, after offering a food-only market throughout the 2020 season.
South Point Unlikely to Open its Waterfront Bar this Summer
It is unlikely South Point, Port Covington’s seasonal outdoor pop-up bar at West Covington Park, will open for the second straight year. South Point, which was open in 2018 and 2019, halted its bar and event operations last year because of COVID-19.
McDonald’s in Brooklyn Closes
The McDonald’s at 101 W. Patapsco Ave. closed in recent months. The McDonald’s was located in a BP Gas Station that also fronts Rt. 2/Potee St.
