Sammy's Celebrates Grand Re-Opening

A local Italian eatery is re-opening with a new name, look and an updated menu.

Formerly known as , Sammy's Italian Pizza Kitchen is hosting a grand re-opening on April 23 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., according to a news release.

Sammy's is located at 1007-A Bay Ridge Avenue.

"We’re thrilled about this new venture and hope that people know that it’s the same owner, just a different name," said Samuel Awakian, the restaurant's owner, in the release. "We have the same friendly and attentive staff, new additions to our menu and we’ve decided to do a little remodeling of the restaurant."

Customers who attend the re-opening will receive a free appetizer with the purchase of two entrees and 15 percent off their meal, according to Sammy's Facebook page. In addition, the first 100 customers who mention "Annapolis, MD Facebook" will get a $5 gift card to use that day.