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This year is shaking out to be a big one for Merrifield’s Mosaic District.

The shopping center, which houses a variety of businesses and restaurants, expects to add five more over the coming months, a spokesperson for EDENS — which operates the Mosaic District — told FFXnow.


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Our Mom Eugenia’s Merrifield expansion is complete.

The family-owned Greek restaurant announced last week that its new, private dining room and outdoor patio at the Mosaic District (2985 District Avenue, Suite 185) are now available for reservations.


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Home to dozens of restaurants and shops, Merrifield’s Mosaic District has a potentially exciting year ahead.

A variety of new tenants have already set their sights on the mixed-use neighborhood, while others are still considering one of many storefronts. Here’s a rundown of what to expect at the Mosaic District in the months ahead.


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After a week of freezing temperatures, jumping into a body of cold water might not sound like the most enticing Saturday activity, but that’s exactly what dozens of Fairfax County residents are expected to do at two upcoming charitable events.

First, Special Olympics Virginia will bring its annual Polar Plunge to the Mosaic District in Merrifield tomorrow (Saturday) from noon to 2 p.m.


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The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors approved a comprehensive plan amendment last Tuesday (Jan. 14) that ultimately could lead to the redevelopment of the Alliance Center office condominiums adjoining the Mosaic District in Merrifield.

Though there’s no current development proposal on the table, the amendment would allow nearly 360 residential units with 60,000 square feet of ground-floor uses on the 3.2-acre site, which currently hosts two buildings with 24 aging commercial-condominium units, surrounded by surface parking.


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Neighborhood Restaurant Group will shake up its presence at the Mosaic District in Merrifield in 2025.

Retail butcher Red Apron closed its doors permanently earlier this month after 11 years in operation, but the storefront located at 8298 Glass Alley will remain in the family.


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After getting boxed in by the Mosaic District, the owners of Merrifield’s Alliance Center condominiums are looking to revitalize the half-century-old commercial property so it’s more in line with its neighbor.

The Fairfax County Planning Commission recommended approval last Wednesday (Dec. 4) of a comprehensive plan amendment that will set parameters for more intense mixed-use, residential development on the 3.2-acre parcel at 2929 Eskridge Road.


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A French-inspired chain of breakfast cafes is going to say “bonjour” to Merrifield.

The Mosaic District will become home to the first Virginia location of Maman, a New York-based brand offering coffee, pastries and other bites.


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A Greek restaurant is planning to take over formerly Italian territory at the Mosaic District in Merrifield.

Our Mom Eugenia will nearly double the size of its space at 2985 District Avenue, Suite 185, by expanding into the neighboring Suite 190 that was vacated earlier this year by The Italian Place, according to Fairfax County permit records.


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With the autumnal equinox now in the rearview mirror, the Mosaic Fall Festival is waiting to sweep back into Merrifield.

The annual seasonal celebration will bring food, music and animals to the Mosaic District this weekend (Sept. 28-29) from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day.


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