2026 is shaping up to be the year of the “Chicken Wars,” the escalation of the convenience store battle, and the arrival of “eatertainment.” From viral sensations to highly anticipated regional favorites, here are the 5 major chains expanding aggressively in Maryland this year.
1. Raising Cane’s (The I-95 Blitz)
The cult-favorite chicken finger brand is finally making its major Maryland push.
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- The News: After successful launches in Virginia and Pennsylvania, Raising Cane’s is filling in the gap. 2026 will see multiple openings along the I-95 corridor.
- The Strategy: The brand is aggressively targeting college towns and…