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Local businesses are weighing their options to cope as record-high egg prices are expected to continue rising this year.

Several Arlington restaurants and bakeries have told ARLnow they are considering raising prices as they face increasingly high costs and, at times, shortages of the ubiquitous ingredient.


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A Turkish restaurant near Ballston closed due to a kitchen fire yesterday (Monday) but intends to open today.

Multiple fire trucks arrived at Istanbul Grill around 1 p.m. yesterday after a reported structure fire at 4617 Wilson Blvd.


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A marker celebrating a former cluster of Vietnamese businesses known as “Little Saigon” could be coming soon to Clarendon.

The concept design for a tabletop marker saluting the collection of Vietnamese restaurants and stores that once flourished in the neighborhood received approval from Arlington’s Historical Affairs and Landmark Review Board (HALRB) on Wednesday.


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A Tex-Mex and Latin-inspired restaurant hopes to open in Crystal City sometime early this spring.

La Posada, a new concept by veteran restaurateur Julian Giraldo, is in development at 320 23rd Street S., on the ground floor of Quimby on 23rd apartments.


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A new Asian fusion restaurant with Korean barbecue is preparing to open in Crystal City.

Pi BBQ and Bar hopes to open by early March at 420 23rd Street S., near Restaurant Row, co-owner Scott Goodson told ARLnow.


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A state bill that would loosen restrictions on liquor sales is picking up support from members of Arlington’s restaurant scene.

Restaurants with mixed beverage licenses in Virginia are mandated to make at least 45% of sales from food and no more than 55% of sales from liquor-based mixed beverages. Senate Bill 1163 would lower the food sale requirement to 30%, allowing higher revenue percentages from liquor — something multiple restaurant owners told ARLnow they would welcome.


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A second Toastique is underway in Arlington.

The D.C.-born gourmet toast and juice franchise is making its way to National Landing, the company confirmed with ARLnow. It’s unclear at this point where exactly the cafe will open, or even whether it will open in Crystal City or Pentagon City.


Events

The Commanders may not be going to Super Bowl LIX, but restaurants and bars across Arlington are gearing up for the big game this weekend.

Whether you’re looking for a lively crowd or food specials to cater your party at home, the following businesses are hosting parties and meal deals as the Chiefs and the Eagles face off this Sunday, Feb. 9.


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A new Chinese restaurant will celebrate its grand opening in Rosslyn amid Lunar New Year celebrations this weekend.

Little Tiger Dumplings, offering Northern Chinese cuisine and six kinds of handmade dumplings, is debuting at Upside on Moore above the Rosslyn Metro station. It replaces previous vendor Lucky Danger.


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The local food scene is humming along this month, with D.C.-area Restaurant Week ongoing and Falls Church Restaurant Week approaching.

In coming weeks, diners can expect special Valentine’s Day menus and events, an extended happy hour in Shirlington and wine workshops in Pentagon City. Meanwhile, a new beer garden is confirmed to join Crystal City later this year.


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Dozens of local restaurants, bakeries and cafes are offering “ten days of deliciousness” starting this Friday during Falls Church Restaurant Week.

Restaurants will offer a variety of discounts, prix fixe menus and new or special items through Sunday, Feb. 9. Diners who collect at least eight “Passport” stamps from businesses can also be entered into a $100 gift card drawing.


Events

From fancy date nights to couple’s painting, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Arlington and Falls Church.

Whether you plan to celebrate solo or over a candlelit dinner for two, here are some ways to enjoy the day of love with local food, drink and events.


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