Glory Days Grill

Glory Days Grill is a sports-themed American grill and bar that has become a familiar presence in suburban communities across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast. The company began in 1996 with its first restaurant in Burke, Virginia, founded by a group of partners who saw an opportunity to blend classic American food with a lively, family-friendly sports atmosphere. Over the years, Glory Days Grill has grown steadily, earning recognition as a regional leader in the sports bar category and receiving multiple awards for its food and guest experience.

As of November 2025, Glory Days Grill operates approximately 30 restaurants, with locations concentrated in Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. The brand is privately held under Glory Days, Inc., and is headquartered in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Its workforce ranges between 500 and 1,000 employees, supporting both company-owned and franchised locations.

In the past five years, Glory Days Grill has focused on expanding its footprint through both franchise and corporate growth, targeting suburban markets that value family dining and a strong connection to local sports. The company has shown flexibility in its approach to real estate, favoring end-cap and freestanding sites in high-traffic retail centers and adapting to both new construction and conversions of existing restaurant spaces. This adaptability has allowed the brand to enter new communities efficiently and maintain a consistent presence in sought-after retail corridors.

Glory Days Grill’s reputation for long-term tenancy and its ability to draw steady traffic make it a reliable anchor for retail centers and mixed-use developments. The company continues to prioritize measured growth, with active site searches underway in Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and West Virginia. Its blend of sports-centric design, community engagement, and flexible formats positions Glory Days Grill as a stable and desirable tenant for landlords, brokers, and developers seeking to enhance the appeal and performance of their properties.