Support Us Button Widget

Restaurants

NOVA_Ice_Cream_July16
Restaurants
Insider’s guide to ice cream spots in NOVA
Try these 13 ice cream, custard, and sweet shops around NOVA.
July 17, 2025 12:29 PM
 · 
Ava Wojnowski
The outdoor patio at Rooftop Recess.
Live
Outdoor dining options in Northern Virginia
Make the most of good weather by taking your meals al fresco on one of NOVA’s many beautiful patios.
July 16, 2025
 · 
Ava Wojnowski
Buildings on King Street in Old Town Alexandria.
City
Let’s explore Old Town Alexandria
Join Editor Ava as she spends a day in Old Town Alexandria.
July 8, 2025
 · 
Ava Wojnowski
A plate of Vietnamese bún chả with rice noodles, grilled pork in broth, fresh herbs, and lettuce on a wooden table.
Live
Dig in: A guide to NOVA’s Vietnamese food scene
Dig into NOVA’s must-try Vietnamese food spots, from Alexandria to Georgetown.
March 28, 2025
 · 
Amelia Grooms
Gatsby's Tavern. A large, red brick building next to a smaller red brick building. Both has white doors.
Culture
Gadsby’s Tavern history in Alexandria
The city’s oldest bar has been in service since the 18th century and has welcomed many historic figures, including the first US president.
March 20, 2025
 · 
Michael Beausoleil
The Buy

Shop The Buy
Latest News
More from NOVAtoday
Fireworks in the night sky.
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Northern Virginia
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
July 1, 2025
 · 
Staff
Grapes in a vineyard.
Bars
Grape escapes: Six wineries to check out around NOVA
Kick back and relax with a glass of wine at one of these wineries with your friends and family this summer.
June 30, 2025
 · 
Ava Wojnowski
NOVA_Composting_June11
City
The beginner’s guide to composting in NOVA
Want to be more environmentally conscious? Composting is one way you can get started.
June 30, 2025
 · 
Ava Wojnowski
A worker installing solar panels.
How to save on your summer energy bills in NOVA
Follow these tips to help save money + energy on water, landscaping, electricity, and AC.
June 26, 2025
 · 
Ava Wojnowski
The signage of Great Waves Waterpark in Alexandria.
City
Your guide to staying cool in NOVA
This heat wave has us feeling, well, hot. Here are some ways you can make the most of the heat and stay cool.
June 24, 2025
 · 
Ava Wojnowski
The bridge leading to Theodore Roosevelt Island.
City
The History of Theodore Roosevelt Island
Uncovering the people and life that once inhabited this natural spot.
June 12, 2025
 · 
Ava Wojnowski
The aerial view of a Fairfax mansion.
City
Introducing the perfect Fairfax mansion for your summer pool party
This mansion is the IT spot for your next summer barbecue, pool party, and more.
June 11, 2025
 · 
Ava Wojnowski
NOVA_Dog_Park_May21.jpg
Live
Our favorite dog-friendly places in NOVA
Queue “Who let the dogs out?” by Baha Men. Here are 16 spots in Northern Virginia where pups are welcome —whether you’re enjoying the outdoors or grabbing a bite at a dog-friendly restaurant.
June 3, 2025
 · 
Ava Wojnowski
NOVA_Korean_Bell_May28.jpg
City
How to travel the world without leaving NOVA
Five ways to feel like you’ve left NOVA without getting on a plane and traveling for miles and miles.
May 28, 2025
 · 
Ava Wojnowski
NOVA_Jazz_Park_May19.jpg
City
10 free concert series in NOVA this summer
Looking to add more activities to your summer bucket list? Try these free concert series around NOVA + DC all summer long.
May 19, 2025
 · 
Ava Wojnowski