
Katie Taranto
Reporter at ARLnow.com
Covering breaking news, business and the city of Falls Church at @ARLnowDOTcom, formerly @comissourian. Local is everything.
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5 days ago |
arlnow.com | Katie Taranto
A slowdown in new restaurant openings could be on the horizon in Arlington. While dozens of new eateries remain on track to open over the next few months, one data source suggests that some restaurateurs could be tapping the brakes on new projects. Since mid-February, just a single business — Buffalo & Bergen — applied for a license to serve mixed beverages in Arlington, according to online records.
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5 days ago |
arlnow.com | Katie Taranto
Crystal City welcomed a new destination for green thumbs over the weekend. The D.C.-based plant boutique PLNTR — known for its 2024 appearance on “Love is Blind” — celebrated the grand opening of its second location on Saturday at 269 19th Court S. The new shop hosts events and classes, and offers a variety of greenery and home goods for sale.
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5 days ago |
arlnow.com | Katie Taranto
Fast-casual restaurant SeoulSpice Korean Kitchen is set to debut its latest location in Falls Church this week. A grand opening for the regional chain’s newest spot is happening this Wednesday at 156 W. Falls Station Blvd, at the West Falls development. The customizable Korean menu features signature and build-your-own bibimbap, noodle bowls and salads. Bases include white or purple rice, japchae noodles, salad, or roasted vegetables, with toppings like bulgogi, spicy pork, kimchi and kale slaw.
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1 week ago |
arlnow.com | Katie Taranto
Around Town Published May 30, 2025 at 1:45PM An Asian and French inspired bakery franchise from South Korea has opened for business in Pentagon City. Tous les Jours opened last week at 1100 S. Hayes Street, where Maizal closed last summer. The cafe-bakery offers drinks and freshly baked breads, cakes and pastries with international influences.
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1 week ago |
arlnow.com | Katie Taranto
The Eden Center’s new food hall and nightlife venue is now open. After a few months of delays, Pop-Up District has opened, bringing a futuristic theme and array of dining kiosks to 6763 Wilson Blvd. The food hall carries Vietnamese, Thai and Korean cuisine as well as coffee and dessert — and after dark, it turns into a late-night lounge. The hall intends to be a casual dining and remote working location during the day. After 6 p.m., it hopes to host a DJ, EDM music and dancing.
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