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Steakhouse and raw bar ‘GrillMarX’ plans summer opening in Falls Church

2 days ago | arlnow.com | Katie Taranto

Around Town Published June 25, 2025 at 1:45PM A family-owned steakhouse plans on opening its first Northern Virginia location in Falls Church later this summer. The owners of Maryland-based GrillMarX are preparing to open their fourth restaurant on the ground floor at 510 S. Washington Street.
Smash burger spot ‘Jon’s Joint’ gains buzz in Buckingham

3 days ago | arlnow.com | Katie Taranto

A burger joint in Buckingham with freshly ground smash burgers and a knack for nostalgia is gaining traction in the community after opening late last year. Jon’s Joint serves classic burger joint fare in a casual, eclectic dining room filled with pop culture references. Created by childhood friends Safa Farighi and Amaan Jan, the restaurant has racked up hundreds of positive reviews since opening at 250 N. Glebe Road, where Ravi Kabob 2 used to be.
Brij Coffee closes in Crystal City, plans new D.C. location

4 days ago | arlnow.com | Katie Taranto

A local coffee shop with a social mission has closed after almost two years at Water Park in Crystal City. But the story isn’t over for Brij Coffee owner Skyler Kelley, who opened the cafe in fall 2023 with the goal of using the business to combat homelessness. As she plans to open another location in D.C.’s Mount Vernon Square neighborhood later this summer, Kelley hopes the lessons she learned at 1601 Crystal Drive will bring her business more success in its new era.
Japanese restaurant ‘Honoo Ramen Bar’ opens in Falls Church

4 days ago | arlnow.com | Katie Taranto

Honoo Ramen Bar, a new Japanese restaurant, is now open at the West Falls development in Falls Church. Offering a wide menu of ramen, sushi, cocktails and Japanese entrees, the new restaurant is currently soft opening at 153 W. Falls Station Blvd. Honoo offers a few different ramen varieties, including tonkatsu (pork) and niboshi (fish), with toppings like eggs, scallions, bamboo shoots and bean sprouts. Prices range from $13 for niboshi shoyu to $23 for Wagyu abura soba.
Free kids’ activities and treats are in Pentagon City today

1 week ago | arlnow.com | Katie Taranto

Free treats and family-friendly activities are on hand in Pentagon City today (Friday) for Amazon’s Bring Your Kids to Work Day. Nearly 2,000 kids are expected to join their parents and guardians at the HQ2 campus for technology demos, storytimes, outdoor activities and more. Good Company Doughnuts plans to offer buy one, get one deals and kids’ donut decorating kits until 4 p.m. today.
Wakefield soccer team completes historic run deep into Va. tourney

1 week ago | arlnow.com | Dave Facinoli

A strong regular-season and playoff run for the Wakefield Warriors boys soccer team ended with a runner-up finish in the Virginia High School League Class 6 state tournament. After a scoreless first half in the June 14 title match at Glen Allen High near Richmond, Wakefield fell to the Herndon Hornets, 3-0. The teams met three times previously this season, with Herndon winning two of those contests, one in the preceding 6D North Region tournament title match.
Yorktown brings home third state championship in girls lacrosse

1 week ago | arlnow.com | Dave Facinoli

The Yorktown Patriots captured their third state lacrosse title by finishing strong in the championship game. Yorktown (21-1) won the Virginia High School League Class 6 state-tournament crown in Richmond after rallying to defeat the Madison Warhawks, 16-14, in the final Saturday (June 14) at Douglas Freeman High School. The state championship was the second straight for Yorktown, adding to one in 2022. All came under head coach Jenny Keimig, who has more than 100 wins as the Patriots’ leader.
A yacht-themed party is coming to Shirlington this weekend

1 week ago | arlnow.com | Katie Taranto

Live yacht rock tunes and dining specials are coming to The Village at Shirlington for a night of nautical-themed fun this Saturday. The shopping center at 2700 S. Quincy Street is hosting a yacht party from 5-7 p.m., complete with a raffle, live music by the cover band YotRox and dining specials. Participating businesses include Copperwood Tavern, which will offer 50% off its summer porch punch cocktail, and Palette 22, which plans to host an outdoor cookout with specials on grilled bites.
Free tree and shrub planting applications close next week

1 week ago | arlnow.com | Katie Taranto

Arlington homeowners have until next week to apply to get a free native tree or shrub this fall. Applications for EcoAction Arlington’s biannual Tree Planting Program and Tree Canopy Equity Program close next Monday, June 23. The nonprofit plans to plant 200 trees and 50 shrubs across the county.
D.C. soul food chain gets new life at ghost kitchen near Shirlington

1 week ago | arlnow.com | Vernon Miles

A vegan soul food institution is living on just east of Shirlington, even after its original location in D.C. closed last year. NuVegan Cafe — formerly Everlasting Life — used to attract long lines in Columbia Heights, with locals and visitors alike lining up to get soul food from an entirely vegan menu. While the original spot has passed beyond the veil, the business has hung on with a handful of small locations around the D.C. area. One of those, located in a ghost kitchen at 1033 W.