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🍻 Craft beer lovers, get ready—Herndon, VA is tapping three brand-new breweries in 2025!
• Ornery Beer Company pours into Woodland Park Crossing with Kölschs and Detroit-style pies.
• Voodoo Brewing Co. lands under Makers Rise at Dulles Station—think hazy IPAs, pierogi tots, and neon vibes.
• NH 44 Brewing plants it…
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🎨✨ Reston + Herndon are hiding pint-sized creative treasure chests known as Free Little Art Galleries (FLAGs) — miniature boxes bursting with doodles, painted rocks, and pocket-sized masterpieces! 🔍 Whether you’re strolling past the LOVE sign in Downtown Herndon, hiking South Reston’s Turquoise Trail, crossing “Van Gog…
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🍔 Craving the best burgers in Reston and Herndon? From the wagyu-blend at Capital Burger to the hickory-grilled patties at Charred, our local lineup is pure burger bliss. Whether you’re chasing truffle fries, cereal-milk shakes, or Jimmy’s half-pound legend, these Herndon & Reston burger spots keep the 20190–20171 zip …
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🍳 Reston’s newest brunch destination has officially arrived! First Watch Reston—now in the former Carrabba’s next to the YMCA (right across from Target)—is already drawing sunrise lines. Doors swing open at 7 AM, and the kitchen calls it a day at 2:30 PM, so plan that brunch date early. I dove into their legendary 🥓 Mi…
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Whole Foods is packing up its kale and kombucha and heading one mile north to Reston Town Center 🏙️—construction crews say late-summer is the target 🌞. But Plaza America isn’t staying quiet for long: New York’s buzzy Wonder food hall has permits in hand to turn 11690 Plaza America Dr. into a chef-driven playground 🍽️. …
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🎨 Reston Town Center is about to transform into an open-air gallery again! This weekend (May 17-18) the 34th Tephra ICA Arts Festival brings 200+ artists and artisans to Market Street.
Sip, stroll, and shop—new festival cups mean your craft brew can tag along while you scout fresh paintings, kiln-lit glass, and live d…
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Did you know Fairfax County hides a 40-mile greenway that threads waterfalls, horse farms, and lakefront boardwalks into one epic trek? 🥾🌳 From our trailhead off Lawyers Rd in Reston, the Cross County Trail plunges into a fern jungle that feels positively Jurassic. Head north for Great Falls overlooks and fresh-baked t…
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Comment the word “Savoy” for all of the listing details.
Balcony brunches ☕️, Friday-night strolls past live music 🎶, and four deeded garage spots so parking is never part of the plan—welcome to life in The Savoy at Reston Town Center. This rare 3rd-floor condo pairs an open, fireplace-warm layout with resort perks: …
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🍻 Craft beer lovers, get ready—Herndon, VA is tapping three brand-new breweries in 2025!
• Ornery Beer Company pours into Woodland Park Crossing with Kölschs and Detroit-style pies.
• Voodoo Brewing Co. lands under Makers Rise at Dulles Station—think hazy IPAs, pierogi tots, and neon vibes.
• NH 44 Brewing plants its nano-tanks at Arrowbrook Centre for small-batch collabs and vinyl-spun release nights.
These newcomers join Aslin and Juicy to make five breweries right here in Herndon, plus Lake Anne Brew House and Bike Lane Brewing next door in Reston—turning our corner of Northern Virginia into the ultimate beer belt. 🍺🚲
Which taproom are you hitting first? Drop your pick below and share this with a friend who’s always chasing the next fresh pour! 📍🤔
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Kathy Tracey, Realtor
Greater Reston Living at Compass
kathy @greaterrestonliving.com
703.231.7049 (call or text)
Can't wait for Ornery to open up next door!
@hotworxherndonwoodlandcrossing Us too! It’s exciting! Will be good for Woodland Park Crossing! 😍
👏🏾👏🏾 Go #Herndon!!!🍻🍺
@psharif 💯 So excited for some new places to visit!
@therealgrahamtracey Excited that there will be something new at the old PJ's! 😊
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🎨✨ Reston + Herndon are hiding pint-sized creative treasure chests known as Free Little Art Galleries (FLAGs) — miniature boxes bursting with doodles, painted rocks, and pocket-sized masterpieces! 🔍 Whether you’re strolling past the LOVE sign in Downtown Herndon, hiking South Reston’s Turquoise Trail, crossing “Van Gogh’s” wooden bridge in the neighborhood cluster, or sipping coffee at Lake Anne Plaza, keep your eyes open. Each FLAG works like a share-worthy art swap: take a piece that speaks to you, leave something that sparks joy for the next explorer, and help keep our local art loop alive.
Spot one? Snap a selfie, tag me, and let’s map every hidden gallery across Northern VA. Know a creative friend who’d love a real-world scavenger hunt? Share this post and launch their next burst of inspiration! ✂️🖌️
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Kathy Tracey, Realtor
Greater Reston Living at Compass
kathy @greaterrestonliving.com
703.231.7049 (call or text)
One little piece of art from Reston went to Mexico !! My sister took one little painting from the FLAG in Reston and she is bringing back her art when she visits me again !
@luzblakney_realtor love this! So fun!🎨🖌️🖼️
@alliahsalist thank you! I’m sharing all the good stuff! Hey, when are we doing coffee?☕️
@hotworxherndonwoodlandcrossing yes! Very much like Geocaching! A treasure hunt!🥰
Kathy! Thank you for sharing the free little art galleries! I love all you do for our communities ❤️(Reston, Herndon and beyond!!)
@hollykratt.art FLAG's are so fun! I'm so happy you and Lisa told me about them. We need to find time to do some FLAG art together soon!
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🍔 Craving the best burgers in Reston and Herndon? From the wagyu-blend at Capital Burger to the hickory-grilled patties at Charred, our local lineup is pure burger bliss. Whether you’re chasing truffle fries, cereal-milk shakes, or Jimmy’s half-pound legend, these Herndon & Reston burger spots keep the 20190–20171 zip codes sizzling. Swipe for a mouth-watering tour and plan your next neighborhood burger crawl—extra napkins encouraged!
📍 Nothing here is a chain drive-by; every bite supports the chefs and owners who make our community taste like home.
👇 Did we miss your favorite joint? Tell us below and drop “Insider” to get the Reston Insider newsletter packed with more hyper-local food finds and weekend happenings.
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Kathy Tracey, Realtor
Greater Reston Living at Compass
kathy @greaterrestonliving.com
703.231.7049 (call or text)
@anna.nguyen1224 true! We were trying to stay away from the fast food style but, you’re right. It’s worthy! 🍔
@greaterrestonliving I’m still a big 5 Guys fan but it looks like you’re staying away from the fast food chains.🤪
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🍳 Reston’s newest brunch destination has officially arrived! First Watch Reston—now in the former Carrabba’s next to the YMCA (right across from Target)—is already drawing sunrise lines. Doors swing open at 7 AM, and the kitchen calls it a day at 2:30 PM, so plan that brunch date early. I dove into their legendary 🥓 Million Dollar Bacon (maple-brown-sugar glaze with a sneaky cayenne kick 🔥), fluffy lemon-ricotta pancakes 🥞 loaded with berry drizzle, Parmesan-creamed Million Dollar Potatoes, and a vibrant Morning Meditation juice of orange, turmeric, ginger, and beet. Light-wood tables, hanging greenery, and clinking mugs create a laid-back farmhouse vibe—perfect fuel before a W&OD ride or a Lake Anne stroll. Been yet? Drop your must-order below and tag the brunch buddy who needs this intel! #greaterrestonliving
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Kathy Tracey, Realtor
Greater Reston Living at Compass
kathy @greaterrestonliving.com
703.231.7049 (call or text)
@nokneesyoga it was good. I really like what they did with the place. Very open and airy. 😊
@lizsunley13 we need to meet soon!
@greaterrestonliving to the left of the front door at one of the first tables… just me & my hubby
@lizsunley13 😂yes! Where were you?
@plantbasedsingh just say when.
@just_singhing_along let’s go together!
@plantbasedsingh their food is pretty good. Tried it first time last weekend
@plantbasedsingh loved the vibes and the food!🔥
@luzblakney_realtor it’s a great place for you to catch up with your running friends for coffee and breakfast!😊🏃🏽♀️
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Whole Foods is packing up its kale and kombucha and heading one mile north to Reston Town Center 🏙️—construction crews say late-summer is the target 🌞. But Plaza America isn’t staying quiet for long: New York’s buzzy Wonder food hall has permits in hand to turn 11690 Plaza America Dr. into a chef-driven playground 🍽️. Mathnasium already slid in next door, helping local kids crush those fractions ➗, while cookie fans can look for an even bigger MidnighTreats shop opening soon on Discovery St. Craving noodles? Noodles & Company’s lease is up in the air—any guesses on what could replace it? Drop your wish list below and tag your foodie wing-person who needs the scoop! #greaterrestonliving
Looking to make a move in Northern Virginia? Text or DM me:
Kathy Tracey, Realtor
Greater Reston Living at Compass
kathy @greaterrestonliving.com
703.231.7049 (call or text)
@luzblakney_realtor It will be fun to watch the change and I'm a fan of easy parking!
@pariwinkle26 Agree! I love Aldi!
What s replacing @wholefoods ?
@greaterrestonliving Aldi or maybe an international market like Lotte.
@drrosemaryahanor we don’t know yet. What would you like to see there?
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🎨 Reston Town Center is about to transform into an open-air gallery again! This weekend (May 17-18) the 34th Tephra ICA Arts Festival brings 200+ artists and artisans to Market Street.
Sip, stroll, and shop—new festival cups mean your craft brew can tag along while you scout fresh paintings, kiln-lit glass, and live demos.
Keep your camera ready for Chicago artist Claire Helen Ashley’s inflatable “monsters”—they’re basically neon selfie bait 🤩.Meanwhile, the Family Art Park has mini-makers busy so you can haggle for that perfect statement piece.
🚗 Local tip: The Purple Garage fills first; roll in early or bike the W&OD straight to the fountains. What booth—or festival ritual—can you never skip? Drop your fave below and share with a friend who needs an artsy weekend plan! 🖼️ #greaterrestonliving
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Kathy Tracey, Realtor
Greater Reston Living at Compass
kathy @greaterrestonliving.com
703.231.7049 (call or text)
We went on Saturday. It’s my favorite Reston event of the year. We bought some beautiful photographs of Paris and Venice from a photographer from Baltimore.
@wendyhabersimon How wonderful! I'd love to see them! Have you been to Paris and Venice? 📸
@memsaabjee Thanks for following along, it was a beautiful day for an art festival! Did you get anything?
@greaterrestonliving I think I like those super vivid oversized photos of landscapes. There was one full of birch trees that seems to draw my 👁️
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Did you know Fairfax County hides a 40-mile greenway that threads waterfalls, horse farms, and lakefront boardwalks into one epic trek? 🥾🌳 From our trailhead off Lawyers Rd in Reston, the Cross County Trail plunges into a fern jungle that feels positively Jurassic. Head north for Great Falls overlooks and fresh-baked treats at Colvin Run Mill 💧; turn south to clip-clop past Oakton pastures 🐎, skirt Lake Accotink’s shoreline, and eventually glide into Occoquan’s wetlands. Whether you’ve got an hour or a full day, just pick your direction and spin back when the snacks run low—every bend serves up new scenery and a reminder that living here means adventure is literally in your backyard. Who’s lacing up this weekend? 🗺️
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Looking to make a move in Northern Virginia? Text or DM me:
Kathy Tracey, Realtor
Greater Reston Living at Compass
kathy @greaterrestonliving.com
703.231.7049 (call or text)
@8457swd Thank you! Go enjoy the hike!
@calvintranman Thanks Calvin! I hope to see you on the CCT soon! Enjoy! 🙂
@thoarad so happy that you found us. Yes, so many exciting things right outside your front door. Let us know how your hike goes. Happy adventures.😊
@sporangelise This was a Mother's Day Hike and posted just before he passed. 🙁
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Comment the word “Savoy” for all of the listing details.
Balcony brunches ☕️, Friday-night strolls past live music 🎶, and four deeded garage spots so parking is never part of the plan—welcome to life in The Savoy at Reston Town Center. This rare 3rd-floor condo pairs an open, fireplace-warm layout with resort perks: pool, 24-hour gym, billiards lounge, concierge, and a quick stroll to Metro, W&OD Trail, and every café worth the carbs. If you’ve been hunting for a turn-key home that trades yardwork for sunsets over Market Street, comment the word “Savoy” and I’ll send you the photos, price, and details. #greaterrestonliving
Looking to make a move in Northern Virginia? Text or DM me:
Kathy Tracey, Realtor
Greater Reston Living at Compass
kathy @greaterrestonliving.com
703.231.7049 (call or text)
@luzblakney_realtor it’s cute, right?!