Restaurants come and go in our area all the time, and we are here to help you keep track. Recently opened eateries are serving West Coast-inspired burritos, authentic Thai food, and crushes and smashes in flavors such as orange, limeade and mojito. Find your new favorites here.
Last updated April 10.
April Openings
Maman
The New York City transplant, which opened at the Mosaic District last June, opened another spot April 4 in Ballston. It’s got the southern French vibes and menu stacked with house-made pastries, savory sandwiches and bowls, and all the teas and coffees that Maman fans have come to know and love. 4121 Wilson Blvd., Arlington (Ballston)
March Openings
Tio Pelé
Langston Boulevard welcomed this Brazilian-Lebanese chicken joint on March 29. Get a lovingly prepared grilled full or half chicken, or order your meat in sandwich form. The former comes with two sides, such as hummus and fattoush, and the latter with fries and pickles. Owner and co-founder Ramzi Iskandar is no stranger to the restaurant biz. He’s also owner of the Iskandar Restaurant Group, which is behind The Block, which has locations in Arlington and Tysons, and Cloud Lounge. It was also behind Tarbouch Mediterranean Grill in Arlington. 3110 Langston Blvd., Arlington (Lyon Village)
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The Cheese Cartel
Turophiles, rejoice! A specialty cheese and wine shop joined the notable names at Falls Church’s Founders Row (including Ellie Bird, NUE and Seoul Prime) on March 27. On the menu are cheese, cured meats, olives, preserves, fresh baguettes and chocolates. Gluten-free? No worries. The owner has celiac disease and will offer gluten-free options. Pair your snack with red, white, rosé or sparkling wine. 922 W. Broad St., Falls Church
Monstera Burrito
Water Park welcomed this West Coast-style burrito spot March 23. It serves wraps stuffed with protein such as fried fish, grilled chicken and cumin eggplant, and veggies including charred peppers, fried jalapeno and spicy cabbage slaw. It also has breakfast burritos and sandwiches piled with braised beef barbacoa, mortadella and roast pork carnitas. Wash it down with an Horchata Latte. 1721 Crystal Drive, Arlington (National Landing)
Fava Pot
The woman-owned Egyptian street food concept opened a new spot at The Boro on March 23. It started as a food truck in Tysons in 2013 and has grown now to three brick-and-mortar locations, including one in Falls Church. Today, the menu includes kebab platters, stuffed grape leaves, and Egyptian Lamb Shank. 1624 Boro Place, McLean
My Home Thai Bistro
My Home added to its family, opening a Falls Church location March 11. It joins spots in Ashburn, Reston and Stafford. True to its name, the menu is designed to have different rooms dedicated to different dishes and drinks. For instance, there’s the Lunch Special Room with Pad Thai and CrabmeatWokRice. The Starters Room is furnished with duck rolls, calamari and dumplings. Other menu items include the Crying Tiger (marinated flank steak with toasted rice), Grilled Salmon Salad and Bad Boy Belly (pork belly and fried egg). Signature cocktails are the Thosakan (gin, lemon, pandan and egg white) and Vessavana (vodka, elderflower liqueur and mango chili puree). 1009 W. Broad St., Falls Church
Spot of Tea
The D.C.-based chainlet has made its first foray into Virginia, with a storefront opening March 10 in National Landing. Some bestsellers to mull over are Vanilla Taro (whisked taro, coconut cream, Madagascar vanilla and milk) and Mango Sticky Rice Matcha (pureed golden mango, coconut-rice milk and matcha). The menu also includes iced fruit drinks, specialty coffees and hot milk drinks. 1631 Crystal Drive, Arlington (National Landing)
Chao Ban
This fast-casual counter concept bringing Vietnamese-American dishes with Gulf South and Mid-Atlantic influences to Tysons Galleria opened March 10. Its menu has chicken or brisket pho, rice platters, and Catfished Bánh Mì, plus shareables such as Honey Pecan Shrimp and “Impossible” Xui Mai, plant-based meatballs in tomato sauce and grated parmesan. The name means “Hello, friend,” and the idea comes from chef Kevin Tien, who was a 2024 James Beard Foundation finalist for outstanding chef. He and managing partner Alan Vo are also behind Hot Lola’s, a Best of Arlington 2026 winner, in Ballston. 2001 International Drive, McLean
Wood & Iron
The Richmond-based restaurant opened March 6 in Arlington’s Virginia Square neighborhood. It brings elevated bar food, including apps such as the Signature Cheese Steak Egg Rolls, wings with 15 sauce options, burgers, tenders and salads. The drink menu is extensive. It’s got seasonal sips such as a Blackberry Manhattan and Chocolate Old Fashioned, plus its popular crushes and smashes in flavors such as orange, limeade and mojito. 3401 Fairfax Drive, Arlington (Virginia Square)
February Openings
Sweetgreen
The salad-centric chain continues its expansion, adding a location in Tysons on Feb. 17. Build your own salad bowl or go for a tried-and-true recipe, such as the caramelized garlic steak, miso-glazed salmon and hot honey chicken. 8405 Leesburg Pike, Tysons
Eat More Taco
If that’s your mantra, you’re in luck because this halal meat taqueria opened Feb. 9 in Ballston in Grill Kabob’s old spot. Get Mexican-style street eats such as Pizza Birria (slow-braised beef birria and cheese on a crispy crust), burritos in wrapped and bowl form, and, of course, tacos. Get traditional carne asada or try a specialty taco such as the Governador Shrimp Tacos Trio (sauteed shrimp folded with caramelized onions, peppers and melted cheese). Wash it all down with a Mexican Coke or something else sweet, such as churros or a Nutella empanada. 708 N. Glebe Road, Arlington (Ballston)
Closing
Barley Mac
The 10-year-old Rosslyn restaurant closed March 9. 1600 Wilson Blvd., Arlington