New Restaurants
McLean
Town Kitchen & Bar
6671 Old Dominion Dr., McLean, VA 22101 · (703) 963-7880
An American neighborhood bistro that opened December 13, 2025, created to give McLean residents a true community gathering place in the heart of downtown. Known for seasonal menus, lively atmosphere, and acclaimed bread pudding.
Sweetgreen
6220 Old Dominion Drive, Chesterbrook Shopping Center, McLean, VA 22101
The popular fast-casual salad and warm bowl chain opened December 2, 2025. The 2,571 sq ft standalone location seats 41 and is optimized for both dine-in and digital/pickup orders.
Surfside
6218 Old Dominion Drive, Chesterbrook Shopping Center, McLean, VA 22101
DC’s beloved fast-casual taco chain opened its first-ever Virginia location here. Menu features tacos, quesadillas, enchiladas, and burritos named after iconic islands. Frozen cocktails on tap served beneath vintage surfboards. A dining patio permit is pending.
Chao Bàn
2001 International Dr., 3rd Floor, Tysons Galleria, McLean, VA 22102
Opened April 2026 by James Beard Award finalist Chef Kevin Tien (Moon Rabbit). Vietnamese street food concept blending Southeast Asian flavors with familiar American formats. A collaboration rooted in the chefs’ Vietnamese-American, Louisiana upbringing. “Chao Ban” means “hello, friend.”
La Omri
7775 Capital One Drive, Tysons (McLean 22102)
New restaurant opening in the Capital One Center corridor — details forthcoming. Part of the broader Tysons dining expansion wave in spring 2026.
Vienna
Electric Bull
176 Maple Ave. W., Vienna, VA 22180
Highly anticipated South American-style steakhouse and butcher shop by Taco Bamba founder Chef Victor Albisu and executive chef Justin Severino. Described as an “anti-steakhouse” with interesting cuts, a butcher counter, and a lively bar program. Opening in early 2026.
Bagel Street
523 Maple Avenue W., Vienna, VA
Family-owned, hand-rolled bagel cafe opening spring 2026. The owners’ Chinese-American and Dominican heritages influence the menu with creative options like spicy sausage and fried cheese bagels. Third location for this Northern Virginia favorite.
Bakeshop
421 Maple Avenue, Vienna, VA
Classic bakery offering pies, cakes, cookies — many gluten-free and vegan — along with breakfast sandwiches and a full coffee bar. Opening spring 2026.
Shipley Do-Nuts
Vienna (location TBD), VA
Texas-based chain known for handmade doughnuts and kolaches, all made fresh daily. This will be its second Northern Virginia location. Opening spring 2026.
Toastique
Former Greenheart Juice Shop location, Vienna, VA
Health-focused toast and juice bar brand founded in Washington DC. Opened in Vienna in late 2025, occupying the former Greenheart Juice Shop space.
Joon Persian Restaurant
Vienna, VA 22181
Persian restaurant that has quickly become a local standout — nominated for a 2026 RAMMY Award alongside bagel chain Call Your Mother (also Vienna). A rising star in Vienna’s culinary scene.
Medical & Healthcare
Active & Notable Practices
Oakton
Inova Medical Group – Oakton
2936 Chain Bridge Rd., Suite 240, Oakton, VA 22124 · (703) 938-0363
Primary care group practice open weekdays. Part of the Inova Health System network serving Fairfax County.
Great Falls
Ace Medical Care / Urgent Care
9845 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls, VA 22066
Medical group practice specializing in Internal Medicine and urgent care serving the Great Falls 22066 area.
Vienna / Oakton Area
Novara Recovery Center
Fairfax, VA (serving Vienna, Oakton, Tysons, and Northern Virginia)
NEW — Evidence-based addiction treatment center offering PHP, IOP, and evening programs. Trauma-informed therapy, co-occurring disorder treatment, and telehealth options available. Serves residents of Vienna (22181/22182), Oakton (22124), and surrounding Fairfax County communities.
Other New Businesses
Fitness & Wellness
LAGREE Fitness Studio (Tysons)
Tysons area — McLean 22102
Science-inspired, low-impact workout method (popular with Hollywood stars including Jennifer Aniston). This will be the first LAGREE studio in the Northern Virginia region. Opening early summer 2026.
Northern Virginia — Spring 2026 Business Wave
The broader region is seeing 40+ new business openings across Arlington, Alexandria, Reston, Herndon, Fairfax, McLean, Vienna, Falls Church, and Great Falls in spring 2026. Key trends include:
- Cuisine surge: Korean, Vietnamese, French-Asian bakeries, Thai-matcha fusion, artisan pizza, Argentine empanadas, Szechuan, and Southern comfort concepts
- Coffee & wine bars: Multiple artisan coffee destinations and wine bars entering the corridor
- Boutique fitness: New studio concepts emphasizing low-impact, science-based methods
- Butcher shops & markets: Artisan food markets and specialty butcher counters
- Chef-driven concepts: Northern Virginia increasingly attracting nationally recognized chefs over DC proper
Upcoming Events
McLean
McLean 4th of July Fireworks & Festival
Langley High School, 6520 Georgetown Pike — June 27, 2026, 5–10 PM
FREE admission. Fireworks show, live music, food trucks, festive giveaways, and special activities commemorating the US & Virginia 250th anniversary. Produced by the McLean Community Center.
Ken Burns Documentary Screening: The American Revolution
McLean Community Center — June 29, 2026, 6:30 PM
Special screening of Episode 1 of Ken Burns’ latest series, “In Order to Be Free.” Complements the US 250th anniversary celebrations. Rating: TV-PG, runtime 1 hr 56 min.
Middle Eastern Food Festival
McLean, VA — September 5–6, 2026
Annual two-day cultural food festival celebrating Middle Eastern cuisine and culture in McLean.
MPAartfest
McLean Project for the Arts, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean — October 4, 2026
Annual outdoor arts festival hosted by the McLean Project for the Arts. Features local and regional artists, live demonstrations, and community art activities.
Vienna
ViVa! Vienna! Festival
Town of Vienna — May 23–25, 2026
One of the region’s most beloved annual festivals celebrating Vienna’s community spirit with food, music, entertainment, and local vendors across Memorial Day weekend.
Vienna Oktoberfest
Town of Vienna — October 3, 2026
Annual fall celebration with traditional food, beverages, music, and community activities.
Meadowlark Gardens Winter Walk of Lights
Vienna, VA — November 2026
A perennial favorite — Meadowlark Botanical Gardens transforms into a spectacular holiday light display. One of Northern Virginia’s top seasonal attractions.
Regional Events (Fairfax County Area)
Summer Cookout Cook-Off
Fairfax, VA — June 7, 2026, 1–5 PM
Community barbecue competition and tasting event for the greater Fairfax County area, including residents from McLean, Vienna, and Great Falls.
Tysons Library Book & Media Sale
Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library, 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church — May 28–31, 2026
Annual book and media sale serving residents of McLean, Vienna, Tysons, and surrounding areas.
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This article was written with the assistance of AI
