Savor a delicious mix of Italian and Appalachian flavors with a variety of inspired dishes. | Photo via NOVAtoday
Looking for the next restaurant hitting NOVA’s food scene? Check out these buzzy places that just opened in Northern Virginia — plus, some spots coming soon. Nettie’s Tavern, 2854 Wilson Blvd., Arlington | Appalachian + Italian
This new restaurant boasts a seed oil-free kitchen, serving dishes from spicy vodka rigatoni to a 14-ounce ribeye in cabernet sauvignon gravy. Personally, I’m hankering for the limoncello panna cotta for dessert.
Luna Hall, 8201 Greensboro Dr., McLean | Food Hall
Luna Hall, a food hall located in DC + Maryland, has officially launched in Tysons with both a Tous les Jours and a Dumpling District location. This new food hall will be adding more spots, including Takumi and Pelicana Korean Fried Chicken.
Dean Edwards | 7:30 p.m. | The Vault at Capital One Hall, Tysons | $36 | Get ready for a night of clean, clever comedy with this comedian, best known for his run on Saturday Night Live.
Experience South Africa Through Music | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Reston Town Center, Reston | Free | Join this non-profit organization as it promotes and educates the community about South African culture.
Saturday, Aug. 23
The Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular | 8 p.m. | Capital One Hall, Tysons | $49+ | Catch an epic laser, light, and video show set to the original recordings of the renowned rock band Pink Floyd.
Sunday, Aug. 24
Bricks ‘n Brews: Bricktastic Farmer’s Market | 1-4 p.m. | The Casual Pint of Dunn Loring, Vienna | $61 | Join fellow community members for a fun, guided LEGO-building session while enjoying a drink of your choice in a relaxed setting.
Monday, Aug. 25
Yoga + Beer at Fair Winds Brewing | 6:30-8 p.m. | Fair Winds Brewing Company, Lorton | $29 | Bring your own mat for a vinyasa flow class, then relax with a drink and enjoy delicious bites from the on-site food truck or any outside food you’d like to bring.
Level99, a facility with 53 different games to test your physical and mental agility, will open Monday, Aug. 25, at Tysons Corner Center. Victory Brewing Company will also operate a full-service bar + restaurant for you to refuel between activities. (FFXnow)
Traffic
Enough with the gosh darn construction. The county expects to be almost completely done with construction on Columbia Pike by the end of the year. Get a full update here.
Eat
This one is for all of my Loudoun County folks. The Huntōn, a new upscale restaurant, has opened its doors in downtown Leesburg. This spot is inside the new boutique hotel, Hotel Burg. Check out the most picturesque patio.
Closing
After nearly 30 years at Tysons Galleria, Maggiano’s Little Italy is relocating to Tysons Corner Center. The Galleria location will close on Tuesday, Sept. 23, with the new restaurant expected to open in 2026. (FFXnow)
Biz
A new Whole Foods is coming to Crystal City, with an opening date still unannounced. Part of the ‘Daily Shop’ concept, this location is designed for quick service, offering a more streamlined experience than a traditional Whole Foods. See exactly how they differ. (ARLnow)
Older Adults
Beyond bulk deals and clipping coupons, did you know several retailers offer customers 55+ hefty discounts — sometimes up to 20% off? Learn about key Senior discounts and several more savings hacks older adults should know about to continue saving and building wealth at age 50+.*
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I always keep my promises. Take a look at all of the dishes I had the opportunity to try at Ambar. My friend and I were ambitious and ended up dining on 10 dishes, plus two desserts. My top two were the chicken skewers and the cauliflower.
At Ambar, Balkan cuisine meets modern tapas style. | Photo via NOVAtoday
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