Always on the lookout for the latest restaurant openings? Add these to your to-do list for Spring 2016. Note: A restaurant opening is like the weather forecast — don't count on it. Between construction permits, liquor licenses, build-out, menu development and hiring, opening dates are often pushed back (and back, and back). But we'll be ready when the doors finally open. Check back for updates and delays.
The Tasty Dugout
1650 Wilson Blvd., Arlington
Sharing space with Ray's Hell Burger in Rosslyn, Michael Landrum's newest venture will feature Mediterranean and Georgian fare, including khachapuri and shakshouka.
Tentative Opening: Early April
Shake Shack – Pentagon City Mall
1100 S. Hayes St., Arlington; Hayes Street Mall Entrance
Arlington's first location of this New York-based burger chain is set to open at the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City. The mall's website currently lists an opening date of April 30.
Tentative Opening: Late April
Photo via facebook.com/thepielife
Livin' the Pie Life
2166 N. Glebe Rd., Arlington; www.thepielife.com
Freshly baked goods — think cookies, rolls and both sweet and savory pies — and coffee are what's on the menu at this soon-to-open spot. Can't wait? Find their wares at the Westover and Courthouse Farmers Markets in Arlington now, or order a pie online.
Tentative Opening: Late April
Image via facebook.com/barleymacva
Barley Mac
1600 Wilson Blvd., Arlington; www.facebook.com/barleymacva
Rosslyn will gain a new restaurant and bourbon bar when Barley Mac opens by the end of April. Expect American "tavern cuisine" with some Italian classics thrown in for good measure, say the owners.
Tentative Opening: Late April