Peaky's Restaurant to close soon

Peaky's Restaurant & Pub, a longtime staple in Princess Anne, will soon close.

The eatery, known for its fried chicken, crab bisque and other favorites, said it will close its doors in early March.

The owners said on Facebook they had sold the piece of prime real estate at the busy Route 13-Mount Vernon Road intersection to a developer.

A notice of the closing was posted on the property on Wednesday and on the restaurant's Facebook page.

"As many of you know by now we have sold The restaurant and land here in Princess Anne," officials wrote. "Our last day will be March 11. We are so grateful for all of the wonderful customers that have supported us over the last 11 years. Come celebrate Friday March 9th 4pm til close!"

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Peaky's had been a fixture in town for almost 50 years and was named after founder Harry Peacock who started the business in downtown Princess Anne.

Harry's son Greg Peacock moved the restaurant to its present location and ran it with his wife Anne until 2007, when Justin Schaub's family took over. The Schaubs have maintained ownership to the present.

This report will be updated.