Restaurant Chain Expands + $1M Winner + Smokehouse Grows: VA Business

Recent business news in Virginia includes a major expansion plan by a NoVA-based restaurant group to reach 100 sites by next year, a devastating fire at a local yacht club, and a $1 million raffle winner.

Plus, a new drive-through coffee shop is coming, a smokehouse wants to expand so it can hold events year-round and some of the top chefs in the region are contenders for a prestigious award.

NoVA Restaurant Chain Plans To Expand To 100 Sites By 2027

Reston-based Thompson Hospitality reports a 12 percent revenue gain and eyes a major expansion across its diverse portfolio of dining concepts, with a target to have 100 locations open by 2027.

7-Brew Coffee Proposed For NoVA Station In VA

A new 510-square-foot drive-through coffee shop is slated for the former mobile-home park site as part of the brand's rapid Virginia expansion.

Billiken’s Smokehouse Proposes Expansion Of VA Outdoor Dining Area

The popular downtown eatery seeks to increase its footprint to accommodate more guests for year-round outdoor events and dining.

Eyewear Store Opens In NoVA Shopping Center

Warby Parker expands its Northern Virginia presence with a new location at Virginia Gateway in Gainesville featuring original local artwork.

NoVA Woman Wins $150K VA Lottery Jackpot After 2 Earlier $100K Prizes

A lucky player from Dulles continues an extraordinary winning streak, claiming her third major lottery prize in recent years.

$1M Raffle Ticket Sold In VA Claimed by Anonymous NoVA Woman

The winner of the New Year's Millionaire Raffle has come forward to claim the top prize from a ticket purchased at a local Safeway.

These VA, DC Restaurants And Chefs Win James Beard Nominations

The James Beard Foundation published a shortlist of nominees for its 2026 awards, highlighting four standout culinary leaders from the D.C. metro area.

Reston National Owners Seek To Force Redevelopment Via Legal Clause

The owners of the Reston National Golf Course have filed a legal challenge arguing they can convert portions of the 166-acre property into residential neighborhoods, despite long-standing community opposition.

Reston Business Owner Praises Virginia Vape Enforcement Act

Reston's OmBaked founder joins lawmakers to back strict new retail rules and youth protections in Virginia's E-cigarette crackdown.

Yacht Club Boathouse Engulfed In Flames In NoVA

Fairfax County Fire and Rescue crews battled a heavy fire at the Fairfax Yacht Club that destroyed a boathouse and damaged several vessels.

Playhouse Raffle To Support Children In Crisis Launches At NoVA Mall

Fairfax CASA kicks off its "Little Houses, Big Dreams" campaign with a custom-built playhouse to raise funds for abused and neglected children.

Goodwin Living Expands Rehab Services At The Lewinsville In NoVA

Classes designed to enhance mobility and safety of residents to maintain an independent lifestyle through a new specialized partnership.

VA Little Theatre Unveils 2026-27 Season

Seven-show season opens with Broadway cabaret celebrating America's 250th anniversary.