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Restaurant Roundup

🍽️ Get it while it’s hot

An array of colorful bowls and smoothies from Playa Bowls.

Playa Bowls is new to Hillsborough Street and serves colorful superfood bowls and smoothies. | Photo by Noah Fecks/Playa Bowls

Looking for the next restaurant hitting NOVA’s food scene? Check out these buzzy places to eat and drink in Northern Virginia — plus, one spot coming soon.

Masti, 1825 Discovery St., Reston | Indian
A new Indian fusion restaurant is now open in Reston Town Center. Created by the team behind Indochen, Masti will blend the vibrant flavors of India, China, and Nepal into a unique dining experience. Check out the menu here.

Tatte Bakery + Café, 1001 W. Broad St., Falls Church | Cafe
This cafe chain opened its first Falls Church location on Oct. 15 on the ground floor of the Modera Falls Church apartments. The new space spans 3,798 sqft.

BOE, 2854 Wilson Blvd., Arlington | Bar
Two words: mechanical bull. A new country-themed bar, BOE, has opened in Arlington’s Clarendon neighborhood. It also features a tropical patio spot called BOE’s Tiki Bar.

The Cheese Cartel, 922 W. Broad St., Falls Church | Charcuterie | ETA: Early 2026
Charcuterie and wine, anyone? This spot coming to Falls Church offers a rotating selection of meats, cheeses, wines, and bread. Join the cheese club, enjoy wine tastings, and take part in other flavorful activities.

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