Tag: retail
Amazon Fresh could open in late 2022
Amazon Fresh is expected to open at the Crossroads Center in Bailey’s Crossroads by the end of the year, says a representative of the shopping center. The 40,000-square-foot grocery store will allow customers to avoid checkout lines by having their purchases automatically scanned. Related story: Amazon Fresh to open in Bailey’s Crossroads Lease negotiations are … Continued
Metal store to open in Mason District
Need metal? Metal Supermarkets is opening a branch in the Alexandria area of Mason District this month. The store sells all kinds of metal, including hot-rolled steel, cold-rolled steel, aluminum, stainless steel, alloy steel, brass, bronze, copper, galvanized steel, tool steel, and rare/exotic metals. The products come in a variety of shapes, such as bar, … Continued
Bradlick Dollar Tree prepares to reopen
The Dollar Tree at the Bradlick Shopping Center in Annandale is going to reopen “soon,” according to a sign on the storefront. Another sign says the store is hiring people for all positions, including cashiers, stockers, part-time associates, and full and part-time managers. A third sign says people interested in applying for a job there … Continued
New retail center planned for Annandale
The retail center planned for the former Wendy’s property in Annandale will be bigger than previously reported. A site map on the leasing document by the Willard real estate company shows spaces for at least eight stores. The building, identified as Eastgate Square, will have 13,600 square feet. Willard touts the site’s “abundant surface parking … Continued
Former Wendy’s to be demolished
A fence has been installed around the former Wendy’s property at 7042 Little River Turnpike in Annandale in preparation for demolition. According to the construction contractor, the building will be replaced by a retail center with more than one tenant. It’s owned by American Properties of Maryland LLC, the company that owns the Eastgate Shopping … Continued
Seven Corners Shopping Center won’t be redeveloped
The Seven Corners Shopping Center is not going to be replaced with a mixed-use development, confirms Janet McCarthy, vice president of leasing at Saul Centers Inc., at least for the foreseeable future. “There are no plans for redevelopment,” McCarthy says. “That doesn’t mean forever,” though. She notes the Giant is relatively new. It opened in … Continued
Farewell, AnnSandra
AnnSandra, an Annandale institution for 42 years, is relocating to Bethesda, Md. The last day at its current location, 4417 John Marr Drive, is Saturday, March 26. Most of the merchandise has already been sold or been moved to the new store, at 7920 Woodmont Ave., Suite 305. Everything that’s left is 50 to 90 … Continued
Vape store opens in Annandale
House of Vape opened Feb. 12 on John Marr Drive in Annandale. The shop sells health-promoting CBD and Delta-8 products made from cannabis but not psychoactive.Delta-8 is especially good for back pain, arthritis, and anxiety, says employee Garrett Beach. CBD products come in many forms, including gummies, bath bombs, water, and chocolate bars. Edible CBD … Continued
New stores at Landmark Plaza
Several new shops have recently opened or are coming to the Plaza at Landmark in Lincolnia. America’s Best Wings opened in late January at 6244-E Little River Turnpike in the spot formerly occupied by GNC. The shop offers 33 flavors of buffalo wings, says co-owner Ahad Ali. Some of the popular varieties include garlic parmesan, … Continued
Murals planned for Graham Park Plaza
The ongoing upgrade of Graham Park Plaza on Arlington Boulevard will include several large murals. Representatives of Federal Realty Investment Trust gave a presentation on the shopping center improvements at a Jan. 25 meeting of the Mason District Land Use Committee. The makeover also includes new signage, outdoor seating by the Celebrity Delly and other … Continued
New store features cowboy boots
There’s a new boot store at the Mosaic District. Tecovas offers handmade leather cowboy boots and other Western gear, such as belts, hats, bags, and jeans. The boots are made of calfskin, suede, lizard, ostrich, alligator, or crocodile. The store is located at 2905 District Ave. It’s open Monday-Thursday 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Friday and Saturday … Continued
Duck Chang’s faces an uncertain future
Duck Chang’s told to “fully renovate” or move out. Peter Chang, the owner of Duck Chang’s Restaurant, an Annandale mainstay for the past 46 years, is facing a difficult decision. The new owner of the property is planning to upgrade the small retail strip and has told Chang the restaurant has to either renovate its interior … Continued
Cruise specialist opens in Barcroft Plaza
Mary Ann Mitchell at Expedia Cruises. Expedia Cruises, a travel franchise that helps plan cruises and other vacations, opened Dec. 6 at 6345 Columbia Pike in Barcroft Plaza. Cruises are complicated and expensive, so a travel agency can help people find the option that best suits their needs for the best value, says Mary Ann … Continued
Retro game retailer Super Bit opens in Annandale
Super Bit, a shop specializing in retro video games, game systems, and related toys, opened Dec. 1 at 7887 Heritage Drive, Annandale. The biggest-sellers are Nintendo 64 games. Super Bit also carries PlayStation, Cube, and Dreamcast games; video game magazines; VHS tapes, stuffed animals, and related items. The shop also buys games from customers and … Continued
Tobacco shop to open in Annandale
Annandale is getting another tobacco shop. Tobacco Max is “coming soon,” says a sign on a storefront on Columbia Pike next to the Juke Box Diner. That space was formerly occupied by Annandale Florist. The flower shop moved a few feet down the road to a standalone building at 7025 Columbia Pike in August 2020.