Yama Sushi team opens new omakase restaurant in Hampden

Tina Chen's new modern Japanese restaurant Hana is now open after 17 years operating Yama Sushi.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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After 17 years of operating Yama Sushi in Ellicott City, Tina Chen has officially opened Hana, her new modern Japanese restaurant in the Hampden neighborhood of Baltimore.

Why it matters

The opening of Hana represents the expansion of Chen's culinary expertise beyond her long-running Yama Sushi brand, bringing a new high-end omakase dining experience to the Hampden community known for its vibrant food and arts scene.

The details

Hana will offer an omakase-style dining experience featuring a multi-course tasting menu of seasonal Japanese cuisine prepared by Chen and her team. The new restaurant aims to bring a refined and elevated dining experience to Hampden, complementing the neighborhood's existing mix of casual eateries, bars, and specialty food shops.

  • Yama Sushi has been operating in Ellicott City for 17 years.
  • Hana officially opened in February 2026.

The players

Tina Chen

The owner of Yama Sushi who has now opened a new modern Japanese restaurant called Hana in the Hampden neighborhood of Baltimore.

Hana

A new modern Japanese restaurant opened by Tina Chen in the Hampden neighborhood of Baltimore, offering an omakase-style dining experience.

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The takeaway

The opening of Hana represents an exciting new culinary destination in the Hampden community, bringing a high-end omakase experience to complement the neighborhood's existing diverse food scene.