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Bonjour, Reston VA! Your Daily Ritual Just Got A European Upgrade. New Café brings innovative baked goods, and pastries to the neighborhood.
Reston, VA– (August 13, 2025) Reston just got flakier. Roggenart European Bakery, Bistro and Café officially opens its doors Thursday August 21at 10:30 a.m and will serve an authentic European café experience in town. Local community leaders including Hunter Mill Supervisor Walter Alcorn and Chamber of Commerce of Reston Charles Kapur will join Roggenart owners Neman Popov and Brody Tennant in a ribbon cutting ceremony. And yes, the largest croissant in Virginia will be broken into to christen the day.
Roggenart is newly located in the RTC West business center at 12130 Sunset Hills Rd, Reston, Virginia. The ribbon cutting ceremony will take place Thursday August 21st, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. through 11 a.m. All guests are treated to an exclusive tour of the new facilities, decadent sampling of pastries, and all you can drink coffee.
The bistro and cafe promise to bring customers into a charming European escape. The Roggenart Experience is replete with curated free novels to peruse, European-styled furniture to lounge in, and al fresco dining options to bask in the sun.
Roggenart’s menu features a delightful mix of artisan breakfast sandwiches atop buttery croissants, signature omelets, cast iron pressed sandwiches, danishes with sweet cheese, and hand-crafted breads. Every dish focuses on simple ingredients that come together to create a symphony of unique flavors and dishes that are made from scratch every day.
The company’s reputation for excellence extends to its innovative “Crookie” – a croissant baked with cookie dough inside – which trended nationally.
Did you know? Roggenart means “the art of rye” in German. Since 2017, Roggenart has provided freshly baked goods, breakfast and lunch dishes, and bold coffee across the D.C, Maryland, and Virginia region.
Owner Testimonials
“Our vision for Roggenart has always been to create a welcoming space where people can find a moment of peace and enjoy truly authentic European flavors,” said Neman Popov, Founder and CEO of Roggenart. “The Reston community has a vibrant energy, and we’re excited to offer them a unique experience that feels like a mini-vacation, right here at home. No airplane ticket included.”
“We are incredibly proud of the ‘third place’ experience we’ve cultivated at Roggenart, where customers can relax, connect, and savor authentic European baked goods,” added Brody Tennant, owner and managing partner. “This Reston opening is a significant milestone in our growth, and we look forward to becoming a cherished part of the Fairfax County and Northern Virginia community.”
For CEO interviews, please contact Roggenart’s Media specialist Sherryn Gaworecki at Sherryn@Roggen art.com or call at: 240-601-4506.
About Roggenart European Bakery, Bistro and Café
Headquartered in Howard County, Maryland, Popov opened the first U.S bakery in 2017. Popov and Tennant teamed up in 2020 starting with their second location in Ellicott City. Over the last five years, Popov and Tennant have used their decades of business experience into expanding this bistro and bakery brand from the ground up. Roggenart’s Reston location joins existing locations in Baltimore, Columbia, Ellicott City, Savage Mill, Frederick, and Towson in MD, as well as locations in Arlington, Reston VA. and W.Diversy Parkway, N. Halsted St in Chicago Il. It will be open weekdays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and weekends from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. There are also future plans to open up locations in Hampstead and Catonsville, Maryland in Fall 2025.
Connect with Roggenart Online
To learn more, visit https:www.Roggenart.com or follow Roggenart on Instagram (@Roggenartbakery), and Facebook (@Roggenart). Visit: www. Roggenart.com to learn more. Download the Roggenart Royalty App here.
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