A vendor that has been at the Easton Public Market since its 2016 inception has closed indefinitely.
Market representatives announced on the business’s Facebook page this past Thursday More Than Q Barbeque Co. has pulled out indefinitely.
It’s unclear the reason behind the closure and whether another vendor is lined up to take More Than Q’s spot. Jared Mast, executive director of the market’s owner, the Greater Easton Development Partnership, couldn’t immediately be reached for more information Tuesday morning.
The market’s Facebook page stated about the shuttering: “More information will be shared as it becomes available.”
More Than Q was known for serving up a variety of smoked meats, paired with seasonal and fresh, Texas-style southern sides. Think brisket, smoked sausage and ribs with baked beans, collard greens and cheesy grits.
The eatery was founded two years before it came to the market by pitmaster Matt Martin. There were other locations in Lambertville and Princeton in New Jersey, which also appeared to be shuttered Tuesday with phone numbers disconnected and voice mailboxes full, respectively.
As of Tuesday morning, there was no mention of the closures of any of More Than Q’s Facebook pages featuring individual locations.
Additionally, two other Easton Public Market vendors — Modern Crumb and ThreeBirds Nest — are on a temporary winter break. Modern Crumb plans to reopen Wednesday, while ThreeBirds Nest plans to reopen on Jan. 14, market representatives said on Facebook.
Houseplanted celebrated a grand opening on April 2, 2025 at the Easton Public Market. Owner Alyssa Higgins said her specialty is helping novices who don’t have always have a green thumb and plant experts alike.
Courtesy photoVendor changes
The departure of More Than Q Barbecue is just one of many vendor changeups the Easton Public Market has experienced since mid to late last year.
In November, Rod’s Dogs announced it was returning to the market after previously announcing its departure in late September. The initial closure was because Rod’s general manager, Felix Grzymala, was leaving to take a job at Charlie’s Pool Room in Alpha.
Married co-owners Mike and Rebecca Pichetto of Nazareth had no hard feelings and wished Grzymala well on social media. The owners decided to reopen after finding someone willing to take the reins in operations.
Crêpes at Casa, serving up sweet and savory crepes, opened in the spring. So did HousePlanted, featuring a variety of houseplants and plant care items; and Centre Square Cheese, offering artisanal cheeses, premium olive oils and charcuterie.
The former Mangia Carne, a premium Italian eatery and butcher shop backed by celebrity chef Luca Manfé, opened in April. It was rebranded late last year to “Luca and Sons,” a name to better reflect Manfe’s personal vision for the business.
The market in February also bid farewell to Silvershell Counter + Kitchen after nearly six years in business.
Husband-and-wife owners Lee Chizmar and Erin Shea in May then opened Cluck N’ Shuck, offering chicken dishes, oysters, sides and more, in the same space.
The Modern Crumb Bakeshop opened its doors at the Easton Public Market during a soft opening on May 15, 2019 followed by a grand opening on May 18, 2019 complete with free samples and giveaways. The vendor remains one of roughly a dozen in operation at the popular indoor market.Who’s In:
Easton Public Market, 325 Northampton St., currently is also home to eight other vendors.
Chocodiem, Green Vida Downtown, Highmark Farmstand, Mister Lee’s Noodles, Modern Crumb Bakeshop, Scratch, Three Birds Nest and Tolino Vineyards remain in operation.
The market is open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. It’s closed on Monday and Tuesday.