Across Virginia|News|
This Eatery Serves VA's Most Iconic Hot Dog, Ranking Says
A Wytheville institution was selected as Virginia's entry on a list of 50 iconic hot dogs worth a road trip.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
VA Restaurants
Fairfax City, VA|News|
Fairfax City Business Leaders Tell Spanberger About Rising Costs, AI, Workforce Challenges
Fairfax City business leaders told Gov. Abigail Spanberger about rising costs, AI, workforce and capital challenges.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Expired Permits, Dishwasher Failures Cited In Fredericksburg-Area Restaurant Inspections
Fredericksburg-area inspections found dishwasher, sanitation, plumbing and permit violations at six establishments Aug. 3-6.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
South Korean Cafe Brand To Open First US Location In Alexandria
A longstanding South Korean cafe brand will make its U.S. debut with a shop in Old Town.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Pie Shop To Celebrate 20 Years In Alexandria With Grand Reopening Party
This New Zealand-style pie shop will be celebrating two decades in business with a reopening ceremony and festival of pies.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
L'Auberge Chez François Begins New Chapter After 72 Years Of French Dining
Warren Thompson is stepping in as steward of L'Auberge Chez François as the Great Falls restaurant preserves its traditions.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
Brewery Beer Medals + Grocery Store Assault + New Nonstop Flights To Europe: VA Business News
This week's VA business news includes major redevelopment plans, a $1.7 million lottery win, a new cell tower and a 415-home community.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
Sewage Backup, Flies Cited In McLean, Tysons Restaurant Inspections
McLean and Tysons inspections from Aug. 3-6 found sewage backup, flies, chemical-storage problems and blocked handwashing sinks.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Caboose Brewing Wins 3 Medals At 2026 Virginia Craft Beer Cup
The Vienna and Merrifield brewery won gold, silver and bronze medals at the 2026 Virginia Craft Beer Cup.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Fredericksburg Inspections Find Missing Hand Sink, Plumbing Problems
Three Fredericksburg establishments were cited July 28-31 for handwashing, plumbing, hot-holding and storage violations.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|News|
Fairfax Restaurant Inspections: Fruit Flies, Unsanitized Dishes And Chemicals
Fairfax inspections from July 19-Aug. 7 cited fruit flies, unsanitized dishes, chemical storage and food temperature violations.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Del Ray Bagel Shop Joins International Competition: Report
Del Ray’s Bagel Uprising will bring 500 bagels to Citi Field for the international New York BagelFest competition.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|News|
Hemp Laws + Literary Ice Cream Shop + Multiple Data Center Plans: VA Business
A hemp-law challenge, a literary ice cream shop and data center proposals lead this week’s business news in Virginia.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Fredericksburg Inspections Find Low Hot Water, Refrigeration Problems
Five Fredericksburg food establishments were cited July 22-27 for hot water, refrigeration, plumbing and other violations.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
Cockroaches, Flies And Dishwashing Failures: Arlington Restaurant Inspections
Arlington inspections from July 15-20 found pest evidence, sanitizer failures, unsafe cooling and other violations.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|News|
Reston Mid-Century Pop-Up To Bring Vintage Furnishings And Zero-Proof Drinks To Lake Anne
Vintage Reston will offer mid-century furniture, art and zero-proof drinks while a Lake Anne taproom expansion awaits permits.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Literature-Inspired Ice Cream Pop Up Plans New Brick And Mortar Shop Near Alexandria
The new project by the owner of Old Town Books has evolved from a weekly flavor drop to plans for its own storefront in 2027.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|News|
Untagged Clams, Pesticide And Dirty Ice Machine: Fairfax Restaurant Inspections
Fairfax inspections from July 2-17 cited untagged clams, pesticide, sanitizer labeling and a dirty ice machine.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
McLean Sweetgreen To Open East Coast’s First Sweetlane At Chesterbrook
Sweetgreen will open its first East Coast sweetlane this week at Chesterbrook Shopping Center in McLean with giveaways and pop-ups.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Mosaic District Loses Pizza Restaurant, To Gain Family Friendly Gathering Place: Report
Matchbox's Mosaic location has closed and a new restaurant will be taking its place soon.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|News|
Huey Magoo’s Plans 3 New Restaurants In NoVA
Huey Magoo’s plans to open three restaurants in Northern Virginia as part of a broader expansion, according to reports.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Local Coffee Roaster Plans New Alexandria Location: Report
A local coffee roaster is planning a new location in Del Ray, according to a report.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
Live Cockroach, Unsafe Food Handling Reported At McLean Eateries: Inspections
Fairfax County inspections from July 17-31 found a live cockroach, sanitizer failures, unsafe food storage and missing plans.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
Commanders Ticket Surprise + $2M Fraud + Quacktoberfest: VA Business News
Last week's top business headlines included a cat hotel opening, a new flower farm, a big lottery win and a seizure at Dulles Airport.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
6 Food Festivals Happening Soon In Northern Virginia
Upcoming food and drink festivals in Northern Virginia will highlight historic whiskey, international cuisines, fancy fermentation and more.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Restaurant Week Kicks Off In Alexandria
Alexandria's Restaurant Week begins on Friday, with 10 days of special dinner menus and fast-casual deals.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|News|
Mouse Droppings, Pesticides And Sanitizer Failures Found At Reston Restaurants: Inspections
July inspections found mouse droppings, pesticide misuse and sanitation failures at six Reston food establishments.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Plumbing, Handwashing And Sanitation Violations Reported At Fredericksburg Restaurants
Five Fredericksburg food facilities were cited July 16-20 for plumbing, handwashing, temperature and sanitation violations.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
See Which Alexandria Restaurants Are Participating In Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week
Metropolitan Washington Summer Restaurant Week returns later in August, with eateries around the region taking part.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Ashburn, VA|News|
See Which Ashburn Restaurants Are Participating In Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week
Metropolitan Washington Summer Restaurant Week returns later in August, with eateries around the region taking part.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
See Which Vienna Restaurant Is Participating In Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week
Metropolitan Washington Summer Restaurant Week returns later in August, with eateries around the region taking part.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
Dish Machine Had Zero Sanitizer, Food Discarded: McLean Restaurant Inspections
Fairfax County inspections from July 1-16 found sanitizer failures, discarded food, fruit flies and cooling violations.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|News|
New Chef-Curated Meals Take Off On United Flights From Dulles
Two D.C. chefs created new seasonal meals for United Polaris passengers on long-haul international flights from Dulles.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|News|
Fairfax Restaurants Join 2026 Summer Restaurant Week
Seven Fairfax restaurants will offer specials during Metropolitan Washington Summer Restaurant Week from Aug. 24-30.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
McLean, Tysons Restaurants Join 2026 Summer Restaurant Week
McLean and Tysons restaurants will offer prix fixe specials during Summer Restaurant Week, Aug. 24-30.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|News|
Reston Restaurants Join Metropolitan Washington Summer Restaurant Week 2026
Ten Reston restaurants are participating in Metropolitan Washington Summer Restaurant Week from Aug. 24-30.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
Arlington Summer Restaurant Week 2026: 30 Participating Restaurants And Menus
Thirty Arlington restaurants will offer prix fixe brunch, lunch or dinner menus during Summer Restaurant Week.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
Arlington Hotel Names Francecil Ponte Executive Chef Ahead Of Renovation Reveal
Francecil Ponte will oversee culinary operations at Le Méridien Arlington as the Rosslyn hotel prepares to unveil renovations.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|News|
Data Center Fight + Sweets Chain Opening + Layoffs + New Coffee Shop: VA Business News
Data center actions, an eye drop recall, summer layoffs and a Washington Spirit soccer clinic lead Virginia business news.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|News|
Fairfax City Restaurant Week Returns With 21 Restaurants Showcasing Signature Dishes
Fairfax City Restaurant Week returns Aug. 20-30 with 21 restaurants highlighting signature dishes and the stories behind them.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
