Steelefish Grille closure in Bel Air has ended a 14-year run for the popular Harford County seafood restaurant. The Boulton Street business announced the decision Monday night, August 10, saying the closure was immediate, as noted by the Baltimore Chronicle.
According to WMAR-2 News, the restaurant gave no reason for the decision. The announcement followed an earlier message saying Steelefish Grille would remain closed for the day.
What Steelefish Grille said about the closure
In its official Facebook presence, Steelefish Grille thanked the Bel Air community for supporting the restaurant during its 14 years in business. The restaurant described serving local customers as a pleasure but offered no additional explanation for the sudden shutdown.
The key confirmed details are:
- Steelefish Grille announced an immediate closure.
- The restaurant operated in Bel Air for 14 years.
- No specific reason for closing was disclosed.
- An earlier post had announced a temporary closure for the day.
- The restaurant was normally open 7 days a week.
There has been no announced reopening date. The wording of the restaurant’s farewell message indicates that its Bel Air operation has ended.
Where Steelefish Grille was located in Bel Air
Steelefish Grille operated at 660 Boulton Street, near Tollgate Road. Its own website still lists that address and describes the business as a seafood restaurant.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Restaurant | Steelefish Grille |
| Location | 660 Boulton St., Bel Air, MD |
| Area | Harford County |
| Run in Bel Air | 14 years |
| Closure | Immediate |
| Reason disclosed | No |
The property had previously housed Freddie’s. That restaurant closed in 2013 before the location later reopened as Steelefish Grille.
The venue also became familiar to local families because of its outdoor area. Its patio included a playground, giving the restaurant a distinctive family-oriented setup in Bel Air.
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