RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT)- Summer has arrived, and while you’re taking a trip out of town or planning your next day on the water, consider squeezing in a visit the newest the River City has to offer!
In Richmond, a variety of new restaurants and businesses are opening up that you’re sure to love and we’re highlighting them in the latest edition of “What’s New in RVA!”
12 On Your Side launched an online monthly feature two years ago to spotlight new events, businesses, and restaurants in your community.
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Here’s a look at the new businesses, restaurants, and events near and far to look forward to in July.
RestaurantsHang RVA at 1215 Summit Ave From the same minds behind LUNCH! SUPPER. have another new casual Tex-Mex restaurant in Scott’s Addition where “happy hour never ends.” Hang has a full cocktail, beer, and wine menu set up with all day happy hour pricing. Their food menu features tacos, nachos, quesadillas, “taco mac,” and more. Morty’s Market + Deli at 305 W Brookland Park Blvd, is a sandwich shop, market, and deli all under one roof. All their sandwiches are on house-made focaccia, alongside a rotating lineup of small plates, salads, and soups. They also have a full service bar with cocktails, wines, and craft beer. There’s also a selection of pantry goods, grab-and-go meals, and take-and-bake dishes.Soft Times Lounge at 120 W Brookland Park Blvd is an alcohol-free community event space. Perfect for anyone who wants to have a fun night, without the booze. All their spirit and bitters have no alcohol. The owner also makes seasonal syrups by hand. Right now, they host events in Studio 120 but are hoping to open a brick-and-mortar location soon.CaryTown Seafood Market at 3300 West Cary St in the heart of Carytown, offers fresh fish, hot meals, and daily-made sushi. The restaurant features a bar with beer and wine options and a patio for outdoor dining. Customers can purchase fresh fish and have it cut to their specifications. They also offer caviar.
CaryTown Seafood Market at 3300 West Cary St in the heart of Carytown, offers fresh fish, hot meals, and daily-made sushi.(WWBT)Businesses
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Field Trip Bike Shop at 2225 E. Clay St is a Church Hill bike and repair shop. They offer full-service bicycle repairs along with a selection of commuter, neighborhood, gravel, adventure, and road bikes from top brands including Bianchi, Kona, and Linus. The shop also carries cycling accessories, gear, and clothing.The Park at River City Sportsplex is an 8-acre “park within a park” including a splash pad, fitness equipment and trail as well as a playground themed around The Great Blue Heron. Perfect for summer fun for kids and adults! Tilla Jewelry at 3144 W. Cary Street is a jewelry store that started in Charlottesville eight years ago but is now calling Carytown home. They sell jewelry, accessories, home decor items and more with materials sourced from Türkiye and the Mediterranean. Richmond Ice Box, at 13100 Tredegar Lake Pkwy in Midlothian is an ice sports facility with a regulation-sized ice rink perfect for hockey, figure skating, public skating. They also have skate rentals, a 1,200 sq ft pro-shop for skate sharpening, gear, and accessories, and a multipurpose room for birthdays and events. Future happenings in RVA
Here’s a list of upcoming new businesses, restaurants, or events in Central Virginia.
Deeper Drive at 16 E. Main St is a small-batch, family-owned ice cream and bake shop. All their flavors are made by hand and with seasonal products. Their menu is constantly changing and subject to sell out. The business so far has sold out of ice cream nearl Because of the handmade and seasonal nature of many of our products, our menu is constantly changing and subject to sell out. But we promise that you will find something you love when you visit.Waters Edge Winery at 2201 Chartermark Drive in Midlothian is a family-owned winery and bistro that makes a lot of popular wine varietals in house with locally-sourced grapes, including hard-to-find wines like as Barolos, Gewurztraminers and Ports. Unlike other wineries, they have a full food menu including appetizers, sandwiches, entrees and desserts. 
A crispy cone is a fresh dough cone, grilled rotisserie-style and covered with cinnamon sugar or a specialty powder.(WWBT)Crispy Cone is opening its first Richmond location in Carytown at 3449 W Cary St. A crispy cone is a fresh dough cone, grilled rotisserie-style and covered with cinnamon sugar or a specialty powder. The cone is filled soft-serve ice cream, fruit, and a variety of rotating ice cream flavors and toppings. Othman Cafe and Grill at 8004 Midlothian Turnpike is hoping to have a soft opening sometime in August. It’s going to be a grill, and lounge serving up Mediterranean food, fresh espresso and gelato.
Otto brings the vibrant energy of Turkish and Mediterranean street food to the heart of Richmond, Manchester.(WWBT)Otto Mediterranean Kitchen and Bar, located at 414 Hull St, is set to bring bold flavors of Turkish-Mediterranean street food to the Manchester District. The menu features Signature Mediterranean Bowls and handheld options, guests can also customize their meals. Additionally, Otto offers a variety of starters and sides to share, including Rosemary Fries, Lentil Soup, Beef Borek Rolls, and more. For dessert, you can enjoy cake and baklava. Otto is expected to open in the summer of 2026.Your photos!What’s Happening in RVA?
While these may not be new events, we want to help you fill your calendar! Click/tap the links below to get the full list of June events!
What’s happening in RVA this July?Fun things to do
Got a day off but nothing to do? If you’re seeking a new adventure, here’s a list of new experiences in the area.
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