Cubbies
Chicago-style Italian beef and hot dogs restaurant opening above Del Ray Public House. Owner partnering with Chicago native to bring authentic flavors.
Duke’s Burgers
New concept from Duke’s Grocery opening as a 300SF kiosk inside JBG Smith’s open-air Water Park food hall. Streamlined burger-focused concept featuring their award-winning Proper Burger.
Duke’s Burgers
Duke’s Grocery is opening a new fast-casual spinoff called Duke’s Burgers at Water Park in Crystal City. The kiosk will serve signature burgers, white truffle mac and cheese, wings, and fish and chips. They have applied for a liquor license and this will be their first Virginia location.
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.
Lamis
Refined dining experience from IRG Concepts hospitality group featuring coastal-inspired cuisine with modern elevated approach. Restaurant name means ‘evoking softness, refinement, and elegance’ in Arabic.
Van Leeuwen
Van Leeuwen ice cream chain opening third Arlington location in Ballston. Official signage is up but opening timeline remains unclear.
Love & Honey Fried Chicken
Love & Honey Fried Chicken is replacing Hot Lola’s at Pinecrest Plaza. Space is being renovated. Serves buttermilk-fried chicken with honey drizzle, wings, tenders, drumsticks and various sides.
OPA! Social
6,000-square-foot Greek-forward restaurant in Libbie Mill-Midtown from the family behind Lola’s Farmhouse Bistro. Couple Eric Hess and Marianne Trak plan to debut the restaurant.
Pura Vida Miami
Health-conscious restaurant with global footprint coming to former Parc de Ville spot in Mosaic District
Talkin’ Tacos
Florida-based Mexican fast-casual chain expanding to Alexandria’s Oakville Triangle. Will occupy 2,500 square foot storefront on Oakville Row. Recently signed lease but opening timeline not yet established.