Real Estate News
Ruben’s Mexican Food Opens Brooklyn Park Location, Opening Washington, D.C. Location
Federal Hill restaurant Ruben’s Mexican Food has opened a second location at 5502 Governor Ritchie Hwy. in Brooklyn Park. The new Ruben’s is inside of an American gas station.
Topgolf Construction Opens Up Waterfront Views of The Middle Branch
The Topgolf construction at 301 Stockholm St. in Stadium Area has opened up previously-obstructed views of Ridgely’s Cove of the Middle Branch of the Patapsco River. The construction demolished the former Animal Control and Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS) site, and part of the project undertakes improvements to the adjacent trail and park located behind Horseshoe Casino Baltimore’s parking garage and along the Gwynns Falls Trail.
Prepared Meal Service ‘Yes Chef’ Opening Retail Marketplace at McHenry Row
Prepared meal service Yes Chef is opening a commercial kitchen and retail marketplace at McHenry Row in Locust Point. It fills a 1,700 sq. ft. retail space formerly occupied by The Urban Oyster.
Groundwork Kitchen by Paul’s Place Opens in Pigtown
Groundwork Kitchen, a $10-million, 14,000 sq. ft. culinary arts training center, restaurant, and carryout shop at 925 Washington Blvd. in Pigtown, opened its first phase last week. The carryout shop is now open with the rest of the offerings slated to open in the coming months. This is a project by Paul’s Place which as been a part of the Pigtown community for 36 years.
Southrn’ Spice Now Open at Cross Street Market
Southern food stall Southrn’ Spice is now open at Cross Street Market in Federal Hill. Southrn’ Spice, which opened last month, takes over a stall that was vacated by Royal Farms Chicken earlier this year.
Tech Startup ‘Wire Pulse’ Relocates from Chicago to South Baltimore
Wire Pulse Inc., a technology company that provides digital solutions to the utilities, industrial wire supply, and installation industries, has relocated from Chicago to South Baltimore. Wire Pulse’s new offices are at the BGE campus at 1899 Leadenhall St. in South Baltimore.
New Mural Added to Cross Street Market Facade
The colorful mural features elements of the Baltimore and Maryland flags, Federal Hill Park, food and drinks, a section reading “The Heart of Federal Hill,” and the Stella Artois logo.
‘Buck Wild Dog Training’ Opens Studio in Federal Hill
Buck Wild Dog Training has opened a store and studio at 1126 S. Charles St. in Federal Hill. The approximately 1,000 sq. ft. space was previously the home of Espirt de Couture.
Barracudas Planning its Comeback, Thankful for Neighborhood Support
“Our staff and community really came together. It’s us and our customers that make Barracudas. And, as long as we have all of us here, we’ll be okay,” said Barracudas General Manager Samantha Stinchcomb.
Barracudas Closes Temporarily After Fire
On Sunday, July 4th, a fire started at Barracudas in Locust Point. The Baltimore Fire Department arrived at the scene to extinguish the fire, and the restaurant closed immediately after. There were no injuries.
Stonewall Capital Closes on Westport Waterfront Parcel, Adds Three Development Partners
This month, Stonewall Capital closed on the 43-acre Westport waterfront parcel where it’s planning a $500 million mixed-use development with 1,547 housing units. The site was previously owned by Plank Industries, which is a partner in the Port Covington Development located across the Middle Branch from Westport.
Construction on Riverside Park Athletic Facility Expected to Begin Next Year
Baltimore City Department of Recreation & Parks’ (BCRP) renovation of the athletic facilities at Riverside Park is now expected to begin in early 2022. This project has been delayed several times and was originally supposed to start in 2014. Construction starting dates were also targeted in 2019 and 2020. Environmental assessments began on this project in early 2020.
Hammerjacks Begins Construction on Outdoor Music and Tailgate Venue Made of Shipping Containers
The ownership group of Hammerjacks is now under construction on a multi-purpose outdoor venue made of recycled shipping containers at its property at 1300 Russell St. in Stadium Area. The team recently demolished the former Paradox night club to make way for this open-air space. A warehouse building, which is part of the property, still stands fronting W. Ostend St.
Group with Ties to Kevin Durant Selected for $150 Million-Plus Renovation of the Baltimore Arena
The Baltimore Development Corporation (BDC) announced today that it will enter into an Exclusive Negotiating Privilege (ENP) and Right of Entry agreement with Oak View Group (OVG) to negotiate a lease and management agreement for the City-owned arena, known as the Baltimore Arena, located at 201 W. Baltimore St. OVG was one of three respondents to a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by BDC on behalf of the City of Baltimore.
Ashish Alfred Restaurant ‘No Way Rosé’ Coming to Former ‘Bookmakers’ Space in Federal Hill
Chef Ashish Alfred, who owns Duck Duck Goose in Fells Point, is opening a new concept called No Way Rosé at the former Bookmakers Cocktail Club space at 31 E. Cross St. in Federal Hill. Cosmetic renovations are currently underway and Alfred hopes to open No Way Rosé in August or September. Bookmakers closed during the COVID-19 pandemic shutdowns in March 2020 and never reopened.
South Baltimore Development Photo Tour
There is a lot of construction taking place in South Baltimore, so here is a photo tour of all the real estate developments in the area.
B’More SUP Opens Paddle Boarding Location at the Inner Harbor
B’More SUP, a Baltimore-based paddle board fitness brand, announced today it’s opening a location at the Inner Harbor Marina, which is in the same building as the Rusty Scupper at 402 E. Key Hwy. B’More SUP will offer small-group paddle experiences around the harbor.
