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These Are the 24 Best Restaurants in Fairfax County

Northern Virginia’s dining scene offers something for every kind of appetite, from neighborhood favorites and family-owned restaurants to destination-worthy dining spots. Whether you’re looking for a memorable night out or a new local favorite, these are some of the best restaurants to visit throughout Fairfax County. Methodology: Northern...

Fairfax County, VA · 3d
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Families In Northern Virginia Have Celebrated Every Milestone At These 6 Italian Red-Sauce Restaurants

Every family has that one Italian spot where birthdays, graduations, and anniversaries seem to land year after year. In Northern Virginia, those places tend to share a few things: big plates of chicken parm, warm bread, meatballs, and servers who know how to make a table feel celebrated. This list...

Alexandria, VA · 1d
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This Scenic 18-Mile Virginia Trail Was Just Inducted Into America’s Rail-Trail Hall Of Fame For 2026

An 18.5-mile paved path just earned a place in the national Rail-Trail Hall of Fame. That’s a major honor for a route where cyclists and walkers can enjoy river views, historic landmarks, and glimpses of the nation’s capital. The Virginia trail received the 2026 recognition from Rails to...

Alexandria, VA · 1d
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'Bo Time' is back! Bojangles reopens in Upper Marlboro 3 years later

PRINCE GEORGES COUNTY, Md. (7News) — Bojangles fans in Prince George’s County can get their chicken, biscuits and Legendary Iced Tea fix again starting Monday. The Bojangles at 7571 SW Crain Highway in Upper Marlboro is reopening Nov. 9 at 6 a.m. under new ownership, bringing the restaurant back to the community after it closed in 2023.

Upper Marlboro, MD · 2d
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“Anthony Bourdain’s Favorite Chinese Food” Opens First Maryland Location

Xi’an Famous Foods quietly opened Thursday, Nov. 5, at Montrose Crossing in Rockville, marking the New York-based Chinese fast-casual chain’s first Maryland location. A video of the experience can be seen below. The restaurant is located at 12031 Rockville Pike, in the Montrose Crossing shopping center next to...

Rockville, MD · 2d

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Maryland Man Sent to Grocery Store by Wife Comes Home With a $50K Lottery Surprise

A simple grocery errand turned into a five-figure payday after an Ellicott City man gave...

Ellicott City, MD · 1d

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Shop, Sip, and Celebrate at These 14 Northern Virginia Holiday Markets

With the holidays on the horizon, Northern Virginia comes alive with twinkling lights, bustling markets, and one-of-a-kind handmade gifts. Across the region, you can find festive gatherings that blend shopping, local flavor, and plenty of holiday cheer. Here’s your 2026 roundup of can’t-miss Northern Virginia and DC holiday markets — perfect for gift hunters, family outings, or anyone who loves the magic of the season.

Virginia · 3d

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Arby’s Plans to Open Next Month at Former McDonald’s Location

Arby’s is targeting is expected to open its new restaurant at 7200 Muncaster Mill Road in Derwood next month, marking the chain’s return to Montgomery County. A representative confirmed to The MoCo Show that the restaurant is working toward the December 7 opening, although the date remains subject to change. “We’re thrilled to bring this Arby’s of the Future to serve Rockville and Montgomery County.”

Montgomery County, MD · 2d

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7 Mid-Atlantic Towns That Go All Out for Christmas

The best Christmas towns in the Mid-Atlantic turn their main streets into holiday destinations, with tree lightings, parades, markets, house tours and a lot of twinkle. We picked seven in Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Virginia, chosen for holiday atmosphere, distinctive seasonal programming and how well they work for a day trip or weekend. Published 2026 dates are checked against official event and tourism websites.

New Jersey · 2d

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Japanese-Style Sandwich Cafe to Open Second Montgomery County Location

Neko Nook, a locally owned cafe specializing in Japanese-style sandwiches, is expanding to Rockville with its second Montgomery County location. The business has signed on to take over the space formerly occupied by Subway at 2 N. Washington Street in Rockville’s Courthouse Center, next to Seoul Kitchen & Bar. A video of the cafe experience can be seen below.

Rockville, MD · 5h

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Three Maryland Breweries Win Medals at 2026 Great American Beer Festival

Two Montgomery County breweries were among three Maryland breweries recognized at the 2026 Great American Beer Festival competition, one of the nation’s largest and most competitive beer competitions. The Brewers Association announced the winners last month, with Silver Branch Brewing Co. in Rockville/Silver Spring and BabyCat Brewery in Bethesda/Kensington...

Montgomery County, MD · 2h

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Southern Maryland Players Win Nearly $1M, Led by $500K Prize

Southern Maryland players' cash prizes claimed at Maryland Lottery headquarters, Sept. 8 to Oct. 20. Totals exclude retailer bonuses and a game show trip. Source: Maryland Lottery. Southern Maryland players won nearly $1 million in Maryland Lottery prizes this fall, the Lottery said. Nine winners from St. Mary's, Calvert and...

Maryland · 2d

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NBC4 Bringing “4 on Tour” to Montgomery County Next Week

NBC4 Washington’s News4 Today team is bringing its morning show to Montgomery County next week as part of its ongoing “4 on Tour” series, with a live broadcast scheduled for Friday, November 13, at Cava Mezze in Olney. The event is open to the public, with doors...

Montgomery County, MD · 2d

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Prince William County families get a look, and taste, at proposed school lunch menu items

WOODBRIDGE, Va. (7News) — Chicken dumplings, ceviche, cinnamon banana oatmeal muffins, and waffles were some of the items Prince William County students and their families sampled on Thursday. The goal: help shape what students will see on their lunch menu next year. Prince William County Public Schools held its...

Prince William County, VA · 2d

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Maryland’s Best New Restaurant of 2026 Has Been Named by Tasting Table

Chef’s Counter at Burnt Hill Farm in Clarksburg has been named Maryland’s Best New Restaurant of 2026 by Tasting Table, adding another national honor to a growing list of accolades for the Montgomery County dining destination. A video of the experience can be seen below. The recognition comes...

Clarksburg, MD · 17h

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The $1.4B Harbor Sphere Is Coming, Historic D.C. Parks Are Under Siege, and the Freezing Season Begins: D.C.’s Week In Review

Multibillion-dollar ambitions meet vital community resources across the capital region. While Prince George’s County unveils sweeping architectural designs for a high-tech entertainment sphere, neighborhood coalitions head to court to save East Potomac Park, and city agencies scramble to open hypothermia shelters for vulnerable residents. Overview: DMV community development news...

Washington, DC · 2d

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Cava Mezze Celebrates 20th Anniversary

In the same year that CAVA celebrated the opening of its 500th restaurant nationwide, the full-service restaurant that started it all is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Cava Mezze, which first opened at 9713 Traville Gateway Drive in Rockville in 2006, has reached the two-decade milestone, marking 20 years since three Montgomery County natives opened the restaurant that would eventually lead to one of the country’s fastest-growing restaurants.

Rockville, MD · 1d

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This Maryland and Virginia Beach Trip Comes With Wild Horses on the Island

Assateague Island pairs a Maryland-and-Virginia beach getaway with the chance to see free-roaming horses. Feral...

Maryland · 1d

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$50,000 Powerball Ticket Sold in Bethesda

According to the Maryland Lottery, two Montgomery County coworkers have claimed a $50,000 Powerball prize after purchasing a winning ticket in Bethesda last month. The coworkers have been buying Powerball tickets together for years, taking turns purchasing tickets and splitting the cost to ensure they have an entry for every drawing.

Bethesda, MD · 1d