New Lease Signings and New Tenants at National Harbor
National Harbor, one of the region’s most popular waterfront destinations, announced that it has leased another 10,408 square feet of space to four new tenants including new restaurants and food establishments. That’s in addition to the 18,407 square feet that has or will open in 2025.
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New Lease Signings and New Tenants at National Harbor
NATIONAL HARBOR, Md., March 11, 2025—National Harbor, one of the region’s most popular waterfront destinations, announced that it has leased another 10,408 square feet of space to four new tenants including new restaurants and food establishments. That’s in addition to the 18,407 square feet that has or will open in 2025.
illy Caffè, 138 Waterfront St., will open in the spirit of an Italian café. It is a high-quality, casual dining establishment with 1,767 sq. ft., providing a variety of coffee and drinks, breakfast sandwiches, lunch wraps, salads, bakery goods and desserts. The location is scheduled to open in August.
Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao, 180 American Way, is a 6,253 sq. ft. Michelin-rated authentic Chinese restaurant known for its wide variety of soup dumplings. “Xiao long bao” means “little steamer-basket buns” in Mandarin Chinese. The restaurant will open early 2026.
Wigenton Candle Co., 120 Waterfront St., offers candles for purchase as well as the opportunity for individuals or groups to make their own within the 1,077 sq. ft. store. The store will open in August.
Jewelry Experience, 181 American Way is a 1,311 sq. ft. jewelry store. Opened March 8, 2025.
Prior announcements included Crimson Coward Nashville Hot Chicken. The 1,753 sq. ft restaurant, located at 140 National Plaza has just opened. Crumbl, 128 Waterfront St,. with 1600 sq. ft. of cookies, is scheduled to open the third week in March. Auntie Anne’s, Jamba, Cinnabon and Carvel—all in 2,900 sq. ft. at 173 Waterfront St. are expected to open in April. Live-K, a karaoke bar will open late summer in a 12,154 sq. ft. space at 137 National Plaza.
“It’s always great to see new tenants signing on and opening at National Harbor. We’re especially excited that Nan Xiang chose National Harbor as they are a Michelin Guide recommendation.” said Kimli Cross, senior vice president of leasing for Peterson Companies, developer and management company of National Harbor. “All these new tenants bring a new energy and excitement for our residents and visitors.”
These new merchants join 60 other food establishments, specialty boutiques and shops, gourmet stores, entertainment venues and national brands in the Waterfront District at National Harbor.
For more information on National Harbor, visit www.NationalHarbor.com.
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About National Harbor
Situated on the banks of the historic Potomac River and just minutes from the nation’s capital, National Harbor is a waterfront resort destination unlike any other. National Harbor is home to eight hotels including two of Maryland’s Four Diamond rated hotels—Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center and MGM National Harbor. Also within National Harbor is Tanger National Harbor’s 85 designer outlet brands. The vibrant Waterfront District at National Harbor features boutique shops, restaurants and entertainment options along picturesque promenades as well as the iconic Capital Wheel, a 180-ft observation wheel and the Guide by Cell outdoor art gallery tour. National Harbor welcomes more than 15.2 million visitors a year. For more information, visit www.NationalHarbor.com.
