Northern Virginia is dense, but there is still room for growth in Loudoun County. We take a look at some of the new entertainment spots, restaurants and more that will be hitting the scene.
By Lynn Norusis
July 2024
Entertainment
810 Billiards & Bowling has leased approximately 67,000 square feet in the mall, taking over former Sears space. The venue will include 26 bowling lanes, four axe throwing lanes, six dart lanes, three golf simulators, and 13 pool tables. Additionally, there will be a stage for live music, a bar, a spacious dining area, an arcade, miniature golf, a large laser tag arena, and a milkshake bar. It will also feature a private lounge and at least two rooms for parties and private events.
Play Street Museum is opening a nearly 3,700-square-foot space in the Ashburn Village Shopping Center. According to their website, “Play Street Museum offers an interactive children’s museum and indoor play area designed to foster independence, exploration, and creativity in young children aged eight and under.” The play areas, featuring themed exhibits and activities, are designed to be self-navigated, allowing kids to explore independently without adult assistance.
Restaurants
Big Kyle BBQ will be setting up a weekend barbecue station at Gilberts Corner, the spot that was home to The Pit Stop barbecue for almost 17 years..
Aurora Seafood & Grill Buffet will be coming soon in the AutoZone Center (700 block East Market Street) in Leesburg.
A new Nepalese market, Kirana Pasal Himalayan Grocery & Meat Co., has opened in old Ashburn.
Turmerica, an all-vegetarian Indian restaurant opened in Sterling.
Route 7 Brewing, a 5,000-square-foot brewery, taproom, and restaurant, is slated to open in Ashburn in August. The venue will showcase a bar, patio seating, and garage doors that can open to blend indoor and outdoor dining. It will offer live entertainment including bands, open mic poetry, and book readings, along with a DJ booth and dance floor.
Shopping
Urbi Goods, a new jewelry shop specializing in hand-crafted earrings, necklaces, and other items, is scheduled to open this month at the One Loudoun.
City Girl Floral, a woman-owned flower shop and gift boutique has opened in Purcellville at 130 North 21st Street.
Crème de la Crème, a home decor and gift shop, is returning to downtown Leesburg at 27 South King Street.
A new Container Store opens this month in Ashburn’s One Loudoun center.
A Pottery Barn Outlet store coming to Leesburg Premium Outlets. It is taking the former spot of Restoration Hardware.
Nest & Nook, a shop selling books, furniture, home decor, gift items, and hot beverages, opened in Purcellville at 140 North 21 Street.
For more information on development happening around Northern Virginia, check out our development updates page. We focus on a different area in Northern Virginia each month.
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