Interested in finding out about the newest arrivals to Alexandria? From a custom printing store to a new location for a popular burger chain, read on for a rundown of the newest establishments to open around town.
Custom Ink
New to 419 King St. in Old Town is Custom Ink, a place for customized clothing and accessories.
The nationwide e-tailer, which is native to Northern Virginia, provides design expertise to in-store customers. It is able to print your logo or message on t-shirts and sweatshirts from companies like Under Armour, The North Face, Nike and Adidas. You can also choose from among accessory options like bags, drinkware and office supplies.
Michaels
Also open now is an outlet of hobby and craft chain Michaels, at Potomac Yard Center, 3691 Jefferson Davis Highway.
Michaels stocks a huge selection of fabrics, art supplies, floral arrangements, jewelry-making supplies, and more. It also offers classes, like frame-making or holiday decoration sessions for kids.
Salon Laurel
A newcomer to Eisenhower East, Salon Laurel is located at 301 Hooffs Run Drive, Studio 20. The proprietor specializes in cutting and coloring frizzy, thick and curly hair for both men and women. She offers keratin anti-frizz treatments, plus lip and eyebrow waxing, too. If you prefer, you can book online.
Five Guys
Finally, a new Five Guys has made its debut in the former Don Pablo's space at Potomac Yard, 3525 Jefferson Davis Highway. It shares the building with &pizza and Cava. The international franchise started right here in the D.C. metro area in 1986.
You'll find a straightforward menu built around the basic hamburger made from lean, never-frozen beef. Add cheese, bacon or both, then finish it off with as many toppings as you'd like, from a list that includes pickles, grilled mushrooms and hot sauce.
There are also hot dogs, a few sandwiches and fresh-cut fries on offer. With five stars out of eight reviews on Yelp, this outpost of the burger chain is off to a strong start.
