The nominations for the annual RAMMY restaurant awards have been announced and five Arlington eateries are among the nominees.

The awards gala, which recognizes excellence among Washington area restaurants, owners and employees, will be held on June 22. The following Arlington restaurants are among the nominees.

• Rising Culinary Star of the Year: Tim Ma, Water & Wall
• Wine Program of the Year: The Curious Grape
• Beer Program of the Year: Lyon Hall
• Favorite Fast Bites: Bayou Bakery and Buzz Bakery

All but one of the local nominees has opened within the past four years. (Curious Grape was originally founded in 2002.)

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