Marylanders can get half off their dining bills throughout 2026 at more than 150 restaurants when they enroll in a new membership program from the Restaurant Association of Maryland. Patrons can pay $195 to sign up for the new Dine Around Maryland Club and save 50% at participating restauran ts across the state. Club membership will activate Jan. 1 and run through the entirety of 2026. “Maryland’s restaurants are the backbone of our communities, and the Dine Around Maryland Club was created to help them thrive,” said Marshall Weston, President CEO of the Restaurant Association of Maryland, in a statement. “This program drives new customers through their doors, encourages repeat business and highlights the incredible diversity of dining experiences across our state. It’s a win for restaurant owners and a win for diners who want to explore and support local, while also getting a discount” Participating restaurants span Baltimore City and 17 counties, including Allegany, Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Calvert, Carroll, Cecil, Charles, Frederick, Harford, Howard, Montgomery, Prince George’s, Queen Anne’s, Somerset, Talbot, Washington, Wicomico, and Worcester counties. The membership discount can be applied to parties of up to four people. It can be used once at each participating restaurant. The discount excludes alcohol, tax, gratuity, merchandise, catering and market-priced items. It also cannot be combined with other promotions. The Restaurant Association of Maryland says the club membership is a worthwhile investment for people who like to go out to eat. “For a party of four spending an average of $150 per restaurant visit, the membership pays for itself in just three uses,” reads a news release. If you plan on gifting a membership for the winter holidays – or another occasion – it will be delivered to the recipient and activated on Dec. 24, 2025. Learn more about the Dine Around Maryland Club or sign up on the Restaurant Association of Maryland’s website. ...read more read less