The short-lived Kaja Asian restaurant in the old Shrimpy’s/Tutto Bene/Betty’s/Adriatico/Hooked (in no particular order) location in Midway Center is closed. The new occupant will be Coastal Chopsticks Asian Bistro. We’ll keep you posted!

Longtime local restaurateur Regan Derrickson is opening a second location for the iconic 1776 restaurant which he only recently purchased from Tom Holmes and Exec. Chef/business partner Tammy Mozingo. The new spot will be completely remodeled, replacing the two-level Big … Continue reading →

Charlottesville, VA-based Three Notch’d Brewery & Craft Kitchen has taken over the spot originally occupied by DE-based Iron Hill Brewery. Three Notch’d was founded by three friends and is named after Three Notch’d Road that connected communities across Virginia.

Sea Glass Bistro has opened in the old Eden spot on the ocean block of Baltimore Avenue, directly across the street from Cafe Azafran. Interestingly, the building (that housed Pizza by Elizabeth’s many years ago) was originally rumored to be … Continue reading →

After many trials and tribulations, David Kneller has opened The Market @ 59 Baltimore at the corner of Baltimore Avenue and 2nd St. Grand opening was the last week of March, 2026. This is a fun spot for creative food … Continue reading →

Frank & Louie’s Italian Specialties, in partnership with Second Block Hospitality’s Bob Suppies and Dave Gonce, became Pazzo Italiano in late October 2025.  A new remodel will make room for more Italian goodies and prepared meals. As of now, the … Continue reading →

Hopkins Farm Creamery has just added an exciting new feature to their delicious complex at Rt. 9 and Dairy Farm Road. At the moment they are open 7 – 5p daily. Goodies include a coffee house with espresso drinks, cold … Continue reading →

Popular franchise Dave’s Hot Chicken is opening in the Tanger Seaside Outlets – just a few doors down from the relatively new Mission BBQ. Four college guys teamed up to create this generally southern-based franchise paying major homage to the … Continue reading →

Former SoDel Concepts Executive Chef Scott Viselli and his wife Ann are opening location #2 for their popular ocean View seafood market Fin & Claw. The new spot will be in the former McCabes Gourmet Market spot which became a … Continue reading →

The delicious Gather Bakery opened on Valentine’s Day 2026 at 204 Rehoboth Avenue (southside in the third block) in the tiny space next to Dos Locos (used to be Dos Locos’ merchandise store). Isabel and Matthew Walsh serve up Argentine … Continue reading →