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Four new eateries plan openings at Pentagon City mall in coming months

The Pentagon City mall has confirmed the planned opening dates for some of its new eateries, with one expected to arrive as soon as February.

Gelato, Mediterranean food, Guatemalan chicken and more are expected to come to the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City over the next few weeks and months.

Amorino Gelato al Naturale

Expected opening date: Late February

Amorino Gelato serves its many flavors of gelato and sorbet in picturesque, rose petal shapes, while placing an emphasis on preservative-free ingredients. It will open on the mall’s Metro level, near the food court.

“Guests can mix and match flavors, enjoy a gelato-filled macaron or sip on refreshing milkshakes and sorbet drinks,” a news release reads.

Mezeh Mediterranean Grill

Expected opening date: April

Mezeh offers bowls, wraps and salads with fresh ingredients and bold, Mediterannean-inspired flavors. The eatery caters to vegan, gluten-free and keto diets, and will open in the Metro level entrance hallway.

This will be Mezeh’s fourth Arlington location, joining outposts in Ballston, Crystal City and at Reagan National Airport.

Pollo Campero

Expected opening date: April

The Guatemalan fast-casual restaurant offers chicken nuggets, piece meals, sandwiches, empanadas, bowls and salads. It’ll open in-between Health Pub and Popeyes.

“From hand-breaded to citrus-grilled, Pollo Campero’s perfectly seasoned chicken options bring a burst of flavor in every bite,” the release reads.

Kati Roll Wala

Expected opening date: Late spring

Kati Roll Wala, another fast-casual option, “offers a fresh, exciting option for anyone craving bold Indian-inspired flavors.” Customers can order custom bowls topped with chicken tikka or spiced potatoes. Kati Roll Wala looks to open where acai bowl and smoothie place Health Pub is currently open.

The mall hopes to relocate Health Pub after the opening, a representative told ARLnow.

Tous les Jours

Expected opening date: TBD

The mall did not comment on French-Asian bakery and cafe Tous les Jours, although the business’ signage has appeared where Maizal closed this summer. The bakery has a location nearby at the Ballston Quarter, offering croissants, colorful macarons, cakes and cafe drinks.

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  • Katie Taranto is a reporter at Local News Now, primarily covering business, public safety and the city of Falls Church. She graduated from the University of Missouri in 2024, where she previously covered K-12 education at The Columbia Missourian. She is originally from Macungie, Pennsylvania.