Day: September 28, 2026

Ghost Kitchen Build-Out in Virginia and Maryland: Construction Costs, Hood Requirements, and the Budget Items Operators Miss Until It’s Too Late

A ghost kitchen build-out in Virginia and Maryland typically costs between $60 and $180 per square foot, depending on the shell condition, hood size, fire suppression scope, and whether the space has prior food service history. Most delivery-only operators underestimate the code load — commercial kitchen ventilation, Type I hood systems, grease interceptors, and health… Read more »