New Lebanese Restaurant To Arrive At Vienna Shopping Center

VIENNA, VA — The town is slated to get a new Lebanese dining option at the Vienna Shopping Center.

El Janna, a family-owned traditional Lebanese restaurant, will open its first location at Vienna Shopping Center, the former location of Chopt (160 Maple Ave. W). The opening is expected in the fall.

"I am thrilled to bring El [Janna] to the Vienna community," said Chris Pamboukian, Rappaport's senior director of brokerage, who represented El Janna in the lease. "I think this restaurant will be great for the area and fill a demand for elegant Lebanese dining options."

The restaurant is owned by Rabih Abi-Aad, motivated by a passion for fine Lebanese cuisine and quality customer service. Abi-Aad is a Lebanese chef and French pastry chef who previously owned Dfounny’s and has been general manager at DC restaurants like Nayla and Paolo’s.

"I come from a village in Lebanon called Dfoun. I have had years of experience working in the culinary discipline and previously owned a restaurant in Arlington," said Ab-Aad in a statement. "I am excited for the opportunity to share my culture and cuisine with the Vienna area."

Vienna Shopping Center has a variety of dining options as well as a locally-owned pharmacy and Inova urgent care center. The shopping center underwent renovations to its appearance that completed in 2017.