MM176, LLC
The Blue Ridge Parkway has selected MM176, LLC for a 10-year concessions contract to provide food, beverage and retail services at the restaurant and gift shop adjacent to the historic Mabry Mill on the Blue Ridge Parkway. The restaurant is set to re-open under new management.
South Block
South Block, a DMV-based healthy food chain known for acai bowls, smoothies, juices, and toasts, is opening its 27th location at Promenade Commons shopping center in Gainesville, VA. Founder and CEO Amir Mostafavi confirmed the opening is anticipated by late summer 2026. No precise opening date has been set. The chain is inviting future customers […]
Van Leeuwen
Van Leeuwen ice cream shop is nearing completion at One Loudoun shopping center in Ashburn, VA. Construction is nearly complete and official signage is up. The location was first announced in September 2024. No specific opening date has been announced. The chain offers both dairy and vegan ice cream options.
Cooper’s Hawk Winery and Restaurant
Cooper’s Hawk Winery and Restaurant is opening its fifth Virginia location in Woodbridge on May 18, 2026. The concept offers wine tasting and fine dining with a contemporary American menu, scratch kitchen, and wine pairing guidance. Hours will be Mon-Thu 11am-9pm, Fri 11am-10pm, Sat 10am-10pm, Sun 10am-9pm, with happy hour Mon-Fri 3-5:30pm and weekend brunch […]
The Hampton Social
Coastal-inspired restaurant by Chicago-based Parker Hospitality. Two-level, 10,547 sq ft oceanfront location with seating for 592, including a patio overlooking a surf lagoon. Will be the brand’s 14th location and first in Virginia. Menu features lobster rolls, shrimp tacos, wagyu smashburger, and signature cocktails. A late-night cocktail lounge is also planned to open at this […]
Antonelli’s Deli
Italian-inspired luncheonette-style sandwich shop opening in June 2026. Co-owned by Superstars Pizza owner Taylor Antonelli and baker/musician Giustino Riccio. Menu centers around fresh bread baked in a custom Italian oven, six signature sandwiches, daily specials, and wood-fired pizza appearances. Located in a former dry cleaner building at the corner of Patterson Ave and Roseneath Road. […]
Hyatt Studio Hotel
Extended-stay Hyatt Studio Hotel planned for River Street next to the Martin Luther King Jr. Bridge, across from downtown Danville and near Caesars Virginia. 122 rooms with residential feel. $35 million investment expected to create 140 jobs. No opening date announced.
Westpark Plaza Hotel
Dittmar Company is seeking to revise its plans for Westpark Plaza, a mixed-use development in Tysons, VA. The revised plan includes a 300-room, 19-story hotel as part of a phased development. The hotel may be located on any of four building sites within the ~5.2-acre property at the corner of Westpark Drive and Route 7 […]
Kalahari Resorts and Conventions
907-room African-themed resort with 150,000-square-foot convention center, indoor Adventure Park, indoor water park, and 12 food and beverage outlets. Features 45 African animal sculptures and art gallery with stone carvings by African artists.
Rashfa Cafe
Yemeni coffee concept importing beans from Ibb, Yemen. 1,500 square foot space accommodating up to 30 visitors. Menu will feature traditional brewing methods, hot and iced coffee with spices, plus pastries and desserts. Currently in decoration and finishing touches stage.