Haraz Coffee House is set to open its second Maryland location in Burtonsville. According to signage posted at the upcoming store, Haraz Coffee House will begin a soft opening on Tuesday, January 20. The Burtonsville location is located at Burtonsville Crossing, 15701 Columbia Pike.

The Burtonsville opening follows the brand’s first Maryland debut earlier this month. Haraz Coffee House officially opened its Perry Hall location on January 2 at 8700 Cowenton Ave. An additional Maryland store is also planned for Towson at 101 York Rd. Haraz Coffee House has also shared that it has signed agreements for a total of 12 locations across Maryland, signaling a major expansion effort throughout the state (locations are not yet known).

In November 2024, we first reported that Haraz Coffee House, a Yemeni coffee shop, was planning its first Maryland location in Burtonsville. At the time, the shop was projected to open in September 2025. That timeline was later pushed back as construction and buildout moved more slowly than expected.

Haraz Coffee House is known for its Yemeni inspired coffee and tea offerings. The menu features specialty drinks such as the Harazi, made with coffee, Manofwar cardamom, and cream, as well as Adeni or Karak chai, a black tea blended with cream and Haraz spices. The café also offers espresso based drinks and a selection of pastries, including milk cake and Istanbul cheesecake drizzled with Nutella.

The brand currently operates franchise locations in multiple states, including California, Illinois, Michigan, North Carolina, New York, Texas, and Virginia. Haraz Coffee House reports that more than 120 additional locations are under development nationwide.

The Federal Communications Commission is letting Verizon lock phones to its network for longer periods, eliminating a requirement to unlock handsets 60 days after they are activated on its network. The change will make it harder for people to switch from Verizon to other carriers.

The FCC today granted Verizon's petition for a waiver of the 60-day unlocking requirement. While the waiver is in effect, Verizon only has to comply with the CTIA trade group's voluntary unlocking policy. The CTIA policy calls for unlocking prepaid mobile devices one year after activation, while devices on postpaid plans can be unlocked after a contract, device financing plan, or early termination fee is paid.

Unlocking a phone allows it to be used on another carrier's network. While Verizon was previously required to unlock phones automatically after 60 days, the CTIA code says carriers only have to unlock phones "upon request" from consumers. The FCC said the Verizon waiver will remain in effect until the agency "decides on an appropriate industry-wide approach for the unlocking of handsets."

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Popular Frederick, Maryland Instagram account @TheFrederickFeed has narrowed down some of the best steaks you can find in Frederick, and the list highlights a mix of classic steakhouses, chef-driven restaurants, and value standouts across the city. With so many of our readers living in or frequently visiting our neighbor to the north, we decided to put together a quick write-up inspired by their list.

Calling it no easy task, The Frederick Feed noted that “the stakes were high and the decisions were well-done,” with Frederick “bringing the heat” when it came to high-quality steaks. After sorting through countless contenders, they landed on five standouts that delivered on flavor, execution, and overall experience.

Topping the list is Wye Oak Tavern, where a 10-ounce filet mignon priced at $68 earned top honors. The Frederick Feed described the steak as expertly cut, melt-in-your-mouth tender, and all about the meat itself. “No frills, just meat,” they wrote, calling it a show-stopping steak and declaring that the hype is real.

Coming in second is The Wine Kitchen, which offers a 7-ounce Roseda Farms filet mignon for $54. Locally sourced and butchered in-house, the steak stood out for its freshness and rich flavor. The Frederick Feed called it “dangerously addictive” and said it was an immediate yes, highlighting the restaurant’s commitment to quality ingredients.

Third on the list is Hootch & Banter, where diners can find the “Filet Me Down,” an 8-ounce filet priced at $50. This pan-seared steak is topped with lobster béarnaise and served alongside Yukon gold mashed potatoes and sautéed asparagus. While it may come with more accompaniments than others on the list, The Frederick Feed said the filet itself was buttery soft and juicy from end to end, noting that it’s a special that won’t be around forever.

Fourth is The Tasting Room, a Downtown Frederick favorite known for its refined menu and upscale atmosphere. The Frederick Feed highlighted the restaurant’s 10-ounce filet mignon, priced at $68, praising it for being perfectly seared, umami-packed, and consistently melt-in-your-mouth tender.

Rounding out the top five is Madrones American Grill, which earned praise for offering a 7-ounce filet mignon at $38. Wood-fired and cooked to perfection, the steak was described as bold, beef-forward, and beautifully balanced, making it one of the best values on the list.

 

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