Howard County Gains New Northeast Chinese-Style Barbecue

Meating BBQ & Buffet to open in Ellicott City with 'soft opening' on Tuesday.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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A new Chinese-style barbecue restaurant called Meating BBQ & Buffet is set to open in Ellicott City, Howard County, with a 'soft opening' scheduled for Tuesday, March 9, 2026. The restaurant, located at 4745 Dorsey Hall Drive, is owned by Frank Lee.

Why it matters

The addition of Meating BBQ & Buffet brings a new style of Chinese-inspired barbecue to the Howard County dining scene, catering to the area's diverse population and expanding the culinary options available to local residents and visitors.

The details

Meating BBQ & Buffet will offer a unique Northeast Chinese-style barbecue menu, featuring a variety of grilled meats, seafood, and vegetable dishes. The restaurant aims to bring a fresh take on traditional Chinese barbecue flavors to the Ellicott City community.

  • Meating BBQ & Buffet will have its 'soft opening' on Tuesday, March 9, 2026.

The players

Meating BBQ & Buffet

A new Chinese-style barbecue restaurant opening in Ellicott City, Howard County.

Frank Lee

The owner of Meating BBQ & Buffet.

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The takeaway

The arrival of Meating BBQ & Buffet in Ellicott City represents an exciting addition to the local dining scene, offering residents and visitors a unique opportunity to experience Northeast Chinese-style barbecue in Howard County.