Heirloom Voted Best Cocktail Bar in Northern Virginia — Best of NoVA 20
The secret is officially out. Heirloom has been named the Best Cocktail Bar in Northern Virginia in Northern Virginia Magazine’s Best of NoVA 2026 readers’ poll — and we couldn’t be more grateful to the guests who voted to make it happen. Each year, Northern Virginia Magazine asks its readers to crown their favorite destinations across […]
Open Road Named Best Sports Bar in NoVA for the Fifth Time — Best of NoVA 2026
Some teams win a championship. We just won our fifth. Open Road has been voted Best Sports Bar in Northern Virginia in Northern Virginia Magazine’s Best of NoVA 2026 readers’ poll — making us a five-time Best of NoVA winner. To every guest who voted, cheered, and pulled up a barstool this year: thank you. […]
Washington Post: Top Workplaces 2020
Meet the 200 companies in the D.C. area with the highest ratings from their employees. Read More
Best of NoVA 2020: Arts & Entertainment
While a night on the town isn’t quite the same right now, these venues (some open, some still closed) are the most beloved in Northern Virginia. Read on to see what makes them great – and dream about your next big night. Read More
Where to Order Takeout and Delivery in Navy Yard
When Nationals Park opened in Navy Yard in 2008, it sparked waves of development in the Southeast neighborhood that have kept construction cranes busy ever since. With condo after condo (after condo) going up, a swath of restaurants have risen to serve the market. In late 2019 and early 2020, that included some of the most anticipated […]
Looking For Good Drinks In Arlington? Head Underground To Find Salt
Finding Salt can be a little tricky. Its address is listed on Wilson Boulevard, but the entrance is actually around the corner on North Lynn Street, just below its sister establishment, Open Road. There’s a sign outside, but inside there’s nothing but unmarked wooden doors and an elevator. Never fear, both lead down to Salt, […]
24 Places To Brunch Outdoor
If you’re itching to go out for a leisurely weekend meal but want to play it safe, outdoor dining may be your best bet. Happily, you’ve got options. Amid the pandemic, local governments have allowed area restaurants to expand their patios with temporary outdoor seating areas (TOSAs) that annex what would normally be adjacent sidewalk, […]
What to Eat During Summer Restaurant Week 2020
It’s a tough time to be in the restaurant business, and lord knows we are all tired of staring blankly into our refrigerators, so let someone else cook for you. This summer’s Restaurant Week is actually a two-week affair (August 17-30) and promises some tasty deals ($22 lunches and brunches; dinners for $35 or $55 […]
Craving nachos? Here’s 4 places to find them in NoVA
When March Madness munchies hit, you can opt for traditional nachos—or one of these creative versions putting a twist on the Mexican favorite. Read more.
12 Brunch Hotspots for Your Weekend in Arlington, Virginia
It’s the weekend, which in Arlington means it’s time for brunch. Arlingtonians take brunch seriously with heated debates over who has the best brunch in town. From bottomless brunch tapas to Southern classics, Arlington has a global variety of gourmet brunch options, making deciding where to dine a challenge. But don’t worry, we’ve rounded up […]