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Published August 27, 2019 at 7:30AM | Updated August 28, 2019 at 3:04PM

Bronson Opening on Friday — “The owners of A-Town Bar and Grill are opening a new German beer hall this week that will replace the popular gathering place for hard-partying bros in Ballston. Bronson is scheduled to open ~~Thursday, August 29~~ Friday, August 30 in the 6,000-square-foot space at 4100 Fairfax Drive in Arlington.” [Eater]

Rising Home Prices Not Caused By HQ2 Workers — “The first Amazon employees have barely arrived in Northern Virginia, but the housing market close to the company’s new headquarters in Arlington County is behaving as if all 25,000 workers are moving in next week… The lightning speed of sales, the shortage of homes on the market and the elevated prices for available stock are all being driven by those who already call the Washington region home, real estate agents say.” [Washington Post]

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Zoup! Eatery Tentatively Eyes End of October for Ballston Opening

By Vernon Miles

Published August 26, 2019 at 11:00AM

Zoup! under construction in Ballston

Zoup! Eatery could be opening in Ballston — the chain’s first Arlington location — by the end of October.

The soup joint is opening in 4401 Fairfax Drive, occupying the ground floor of an office building undergoing a revitalization effort. A contractor working at the site said much of the work should be done within the next few weeks.

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South Block Planning to Open New Rosslyn Location Next Week

By ARLnow.com

Published August 22, 2019 at 1:30PM

South Block's location in Rosslyn in the former Cafe Asia space, as of October 2018

The new Rosslyn location of juice, smoothie and acai bowl emporium South Block is expected to open its doors on Monday.

Located at 1550 Wilson Blvd, the new South Block — the “Arlington born and bred” company’s 10th location — is next to BASH Boxing in the former Cafe Asia space. The 1,300 square foot space includes a mural created by local artists MasPaz and CheLove.

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The Little Beet Set to Sprout into Pentagon City Mall Next Month

By Vernon Miles

Published August 15, 2019 at 9:00AM | Updated August 15, 2019 at 10:09AM

The Little Beet to open soon in Fashion Centre at Pentagon City

(Updated 10 a.m.) The Little Beet, a veggie-focused eatery, is scheduled to open in the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City.

Diners can find The Little Beet underneath the escalators on the food court level, next to the Auntie Anne’s Pretzels. A listing on the mall’s website said the eatery is expected to open on Sunday, Sept. 15.

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Cheesetique to Open New Location in Shirlington

By ARLnow.com

Published August 13, 2019 at 9:10AM | Updated August 16, 2019 at 9:09AM

(Updated at 8/16/19) Wine and cheese store and restaurant Cheesetique is opening a new location in the Village at Shirlington.

State and county permits show the local shop is planning to open at 4024 Campbell Avenue, in the former Luna Grill and Diner space, just down the road from its existing Shirlington location.

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Cafe and Asian Eatery Opens in Rosslyn Office Tower

By Vernon Miles

Published August 12, 2019 at 10:00AM

Exterior of Open Kitchen in Rosslyn

A fresh new cafe and Asian eatery called Open Kitchen is now open in Rosslyn.

The cafe is tucked away on the ground floor of Arlington Tower (1300 17th Street N.) but seemed relatively busy this morning (Monday), with several customers ordering their coffee and heading upstairs. In addition to Lavazza coffee and espresso drinks, the cafe serves tea and fruit smoothies.

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‘Bier Hall’ Replacing A-Town to Open Next Week

By Vernon Miles

Published August 7, 2019 at 9:00AM

Interior of Bronson Bier Hall

When Bronson Bier Hall opens next week in the Ballston area, don’t go into it expecting A-Town.

Before it closed in December, A-Town Bar and Grill was the slightly-sticky crown jewel of a sprawling nightlife franchise that includes Don Tito and The G.O.A.T. in Clarendon.

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BBQ Restaurant to Replace Citizen Burger Bar in Clarendon

By ARLnow.com

Published August 6, 2019 at 2:05PM

Citizen Burger Bar when it opened in Clarendon

A new BBQ restaurant is planning to open next spring in Clarendon.

Smokecraft Modern Barbecue is coming to the former Citizen Burger Bar space at 1051 N. Highland Street, according to a press release.

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By ARLnow.com

Published August 5, 2019 at 7:45AM | Updated August 5, 2019 at 8:11AM

‘Mabel’s Restaurant’ Coming to Arlington Heights — The restaurant coming to the grounds of the Dominion Apartments, at the former Sherwin Williams paint store (3411 5th Street S.), is called “Mabel’s Restaurant.” An outdoor seating area is planned for the restaurant, according to permit filings. [Arlington Economic Development]

Northam Visits Amazon — “In June, we were excited to open our first temporary office space for our Arlington headquarters in Crystal City. Today, we welcomed @GovernorVA to tour our new work space and meet with Amazonians from the Commonwealth.” [Twitter]

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Maizal Opening Tomorrow at Ballston’s Quarter Market

By ARLnow.com

Published July 31, 2019 at 11:00AM

Maizal in Ballston Quarter's Quarter Market in 2019 (file photo)

Maizal is planning to open tomorrow (Thursday) with a free food giveaway.

The new restaurant serves South American street food, like arepas, yuca fries, plantains and street corn.

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Rosslyn South Block Aiming for Late August Opening

By Ashley Hopko

Published July 30, 2019 at 9:05AM

South Block's location in Rosslyn in the former Cafe Asia space, as of October 2018

South Block is hoping to open its new Rosslyn location by late August.

Owner Amir Mostafavi told ARLnow yesterday (Monday) that he’s “excited” about the summer opening, and is planning a block party to celebrate.

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New Asian Restaurant in Virginia Square to Open Next Week

By Vernon Miles

Published July 25, 2019 at 1:30PM

Pike Kitchen coming to Virginia Square

The former Atrium Cafe (901 N. Nelson Street), adjacent to the Virginia Square Metro station entrance, is being converted into a new Asian eatery called Pike Kitchen.

The Pike Kitchen in Rockville, Md. is a food hall-type venue with a variety of cuisine options, like bibimbap and bubble tea. From the signs outside the Virginia Square location, the new Arlington eatery seems to share a similar concept.