McLean, VA|News|
NoVA Persian Restaurant To Host Solidarity Supper For Iranian Relief
Joon restaurant in Tysons partners with Roads & Kingdoms for a dinner benefiting Children of Persia humanitarian efforts.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
VA Business News
News on business openings, closings and more from around Virginia.
Vienna, VA|News|
Bagels, Bangles And Bulls: New Businesses Bring Food And Finery To Vienna
Several new restaurants and a jewelry shop are just some of the businesses opening in Vienna this spring.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Fredericksburg’s Caroline Street Named Best Main Street In The South
Garden & Gun named Caroline Street the South’s best main street after a regional public voting contest.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
5 VA, DC Restaurants Named Among Top 100 Brunch Spots In US
OpenTable recently announced its picks for the top 100 brunch restaurants in the country. See which VA, D.C. eateries made the list.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Alexandria Street Food Cafe Makes Eater's List Of Hottest New Restaurants
The newcomer on Eisenhower Avenue in Alexandria was only Northern Virginia restaurant on the Eater list.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
List Of Companies Planning Layoffs This Week Includes These VA Businesses
A growing number of U.S. companies across multiple industries plan to lay off employees this week. See the list.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Number Of Unemployed Increases By A Third In Alexandria, Fairfax County: Reports
The number of unemployed people in Alexandria and Fairfax County grew by about a third in the past year.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Amazon Report Cites $190B Investment In Virginia Since 2010
Amazon's 2025 state report shows $190 billion invested in Virginia since 2010 and 45,000 employees working statewide.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
Great Falls Gets New Northwest Federal Credit Union Branch
The new Great Falls branch adds financial services, a drive-through ATM and safe deposit boxes in Fairfax County.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
2 Costco Recalls + Meal Delivery Startup + $1M Lottery Win: VA Business
A college student's innovative startup, convenience store closings, two Costco recalls and a sensory play spot top recent VA business news.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|News|
GMU Student's Startup HomePlate Delivers Medically Tailored Meals to Fairfax County Seniors
George Mason junior Zachary Suh pivots HomePlate to partner with senior centers, providing heart-healthy, cultural meals in Fairfax.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Fredericksburg Sheehy Toyota Renews Support For Empower House
The dealership said it renewed support for Empower House, which provides shelter, counseling and crisis services.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|News|
Fairfax City Welcomes Sensory Play Business For Young Children
SensePlay Studio owner Charry Lee said the new Fairfax City studio is built around purposeful play and parent support.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Major Convenience Store Chain Plans Mass Closures: Here’s What It Could Mean For VA
The move follows several years in which the chain has closed more stores than it has opened.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|News|
Puppies At Pilates Studio + RAMMYs Finalists + Retail Theft Ring: VA Business
Minimum wage hikes loom, several NoVA eateries are named RAMMY Award finalists, pilates with puppies, and a new bakery and ice cream shop.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|News|
Fairfax's Caboose Commons Brings 'Halfway to Fall' Menu To Spring
Fairfax brewpub will serve pumpkin drinks, a pumpkin loaf and a bourbon cocktail from April 17 through April 30.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Patawomeck Indian Tribe Of Virginia Receives $2,500 Donation From Fredericksburg Toyota Dealer
The donation will support the Tribe's cultural preservation, education and community engagement efforts.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Devastating Flood Forces Del Ray Record Store To Move
Crooked Beat Records in Del Ray will be closing its doors and looking for a new location after flooding damaged the business.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Across Virginia|News|
The Best Hole-In-The-Wall Joint For Pizza Is This Hidden VA Gem
Food and culture website The Takeout recently rounded up the top no-frills pizza joints in every state. See which VA pizzeria made the list.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
Arlington's National Landing Schedules April Events, Spring Programs
Free and low-cost events in National Landing include fitness classes, music, art, cleanup and recurring spring programs.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Ben & Jerry's Offering Free Ice Cream At VA Stores: See When
Ben & Jerry's is giving away ice cream at Virginia locations on Free Cone Day.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|News|
Popular Fashion Apparel Chain For Teens To Shut 25 Stores: What That Means For VA
The clothing company reported an increase in net sales year-over-year, despite the news of expected closures. Here's what it means for VA.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
$2K Donation Helps Fredericksburg Police Buy Ballistic Vest For K9 Rudi
Kasper Mechanical donated $2,000 to the Fredericksburg Police Department to help buy a ballistic vest for K9 Rudi.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
Arlington Among DMV Sites Launching Puppies And Pilates Classes
The new fitness business will offer Pilates classes and puppy interaction in Arlington and three other DMV locations.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
532 Yoga, Arts & Culture To Open In New Location: Report
532 Yoga, Arts & Culture will celebrate its grand opening in its new location in Old Town North.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Fredericksburg Toyota Dealer Donates $10K To Brisben Center For Families Facing Homelessness
The donation will support Brisben Center operations and programs for families experiencing homelessness in the Fredericksburg area.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
Surovell, Alcorn Clash Over Tysons Casino In TV Debate
State Sen. Surovell and Supervisor Alcorn debated a proposed $11B Tysons casino, weighing gains in tax revenue against community impacts.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Ashburn, VA|News|
Tatté Bakery, Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Could Open Soon At One Loudoun: Report
Work is advancing on the new Tatté Bakery and Van Leeuwen Ice Cream locations at One Loudoun.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
5 Alexandria Restaurants Make It To RAMMYs Finals
Andy's Pizza, Call Your Mother, Oak Steakhouse, Matt and Tony's and Bastille Brasserie & Bar are all contenders for the annual awards.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
2 Vienna Restaurants Named 2026 RAMMY Awards Finalists
Persian restaurant Joon and bagel chain Call Your Mother in Vienna are in the running for this year's RAMMY awards.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
Tysons Restaurant Launches Friday Songkran Dining Series With Thai Dance Performances
Sisters Tysons plans a ticketed Friday series in April with a family-style Thai menu and live dance performances.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
Many NoVA Business Leaders Expect Economy To Stall Or Decline: Survey
A survey found business leaders in Northern Virginia are uncertain of the regional and national economy, but upbeat about their companies.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|News|
Dulles Launches Lottery For 25 Spots At Air Premia Runway Event
A lottery will choose 25 attendees for an April 24 runway event marking Air Premia's launch at Washington Dulles International Airport.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|News|
2 Reston Restaurants Named 2026 RAMMY Awards Finalists
See which local favorites made the cut and how to vote for the best dining spots in the DMV.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|News|
2 Fairfax Restaurants Named 2026 RAMMY Awards Finalists
See which local favorites made the cut and how to vote for the best dining spots in the DMV.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
7 Arlington Restaurants Named 2026 RAMMY Awards Finalists
See which local favorites made the cut and how to vote for the best dining spots in the DMV.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Fredericksburg Opens 2026 Sustainability Awards For Downtown Businesses
Applications for downtown Fredericksburg businesses in the 2026 Sustainability Award program can be submitted though May 30.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Easter 2026 Grocery And Retail Hours: What’s Open And Closed In VA
If you need to make a last-minute grocery run, these stores will be open or closed on Easter in Virginia.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Alexandria, VA|News|
5 VA Employers Make Fortune's Best Companies To Work For 2026 List
This year's rankings were based on feedback from more than 1.3 million employees nationwide.
Amanda Lumpkin and Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|News|
Restaurant Chain Expands + $1M Winner + Smokehouse Grows: VA Business
Expanding dining options, a new coffee shop, a yacht club fire, a legal fight over a golf course, and top area chefs lead VA business news.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
