1. Rockafeller’s, Virginia Beach
308 Mediterranean Ave, Virginia Beach, Virginia
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Your taste buds will dance and you’ll be entertained as you watch the fishermen bring in their day’s catch. On a clear evening, sit back, relax and sip on one of their signature libations as you watch the moon glistening on the inlet waters while you enjoy a taste of Virginia Beach.
2. Eatonville, DC
2121 14th Street, NW (At the Corner of 14th and V Streets), Washington, District of Columbia
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Eatonville has great cocktails, honey cornbread muffins, cajun fries.
3. Moore’s Country Store, Lynchburg
6963 Richmond Highway, Lynchburg, Virginia 24504
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Moore’s Country Store has been a family tradition since 1926. They are famous for their hotdogs served with freshly made toppings and hot chili. They also serve wonderful fired chicken, homemade bbq, wraps, sandwiches, and more.
4. Comfort, Richmond
200 W. Broad St., Richmond, VA 23220
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Comfort is a meat and three style Southern restaurant in Richmond, Va. They focus on local farmers and from-scratch cooking with a real affinity for American whiskey, beers and wine. Go see them in Jackson Ward for some real Southern hospitality!
5. Foode, Fredericksburg
1006 C/D Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, Virginia
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Foode has a heavy emphasis on farm to table preparation and cooking, you’ll be delighted with the southern, home cooked style they feature. With some of the most experienced chefs the Fredericksburg area has to offer, you will not be disappointed with your experience there.
6. Georgia Brown’s, DC
950 15th Street, NW, Washington, District of Columbia
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Georgia Brown’s buttermilk fried chicken and goat cheese-stuffed fried green tomatoes are a must try.
7. The River And Rail, Roanoke
2201 Crystal Spring Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24014
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The River and Rail, a southern Bistro, is located in the heart of Western Virginia. Chef Aaron Deal changes the lunch, dinner and brunch menus weekly based on the availability of seasonal products from local providers. He and his team are producing updated Southern/Appalachian and French classic dishes for this neighborhood restaurant, located just a block away from Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital in the old Lipes Pharmacy, in the City of Roanoke.
8. Tautog’s, Virginia Beach
205 23rd St, Virginia Beach, Virginia
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Tautog’s Restaurant is unrivaled in the pursuit of providing customers with the finest seafood, service and surroundings.
Tautog’s Restaurant is a casual dining establishment featuring exceptional fish and seafood entrée’s, soups, salads, sandwiches and desserts… served by the friendliest people in town.
9. The Whiskey Jar, Charlottesville
227 West Main Street, Charlottesville, Virginia 22902
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The Whiskey Jar’s rustic and country decor gives you a homey feeling. The menu is full of tasty dishes like whole trout made with Hominy Hoppin John. Their sweet potato dumplings are served with creamed spinach!
10. Mill Street Grill, Staunton
1 Mill St, Staunton, Virginia
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Mill Street Grill has a wonderful selection of Cajun and Southern classics as well as new American, Mexican and Italian!
11. Food For Thought Restaurant, Williamsburg
1647 Richmond Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23185
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Food For Thought’s food is prepared with love and served with pride. The foundation of their menu is built upon Classic American dishes such as Fork Tender Pot Roast, Grandma’s Meatloaf, and “fall off the bones” ribs.
12. Local Roots Restaurant, Roanoke
1314 Grandin Rd, Roanoke, VA 24015
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Located in Roanoke’s Historic Grandin District, Local Roots Restaurant celebrates the absolute best of the region, from locally-farmed vegetables and meat to the handcrafted dining room tables produced by area artisans.
13. Julep’s New Southern Cuisine, Richmond
1719-21 East Franklin Street, Richmond, Virginia 23223
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Julep’s is located in a beautiful historic building in the River District. They have a delicious cocktail list and menu full of fresh southern seafood.
14. Maya Restaurant, Charlottesville
633 W Main St, Charlottesville, Virginia 22903-5543
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Maya serves classic Southern food with an elegant flair. Their fried green tomatoes are served with tomato-bacon jam and molasses.
15. Bistro Bethem, Fredericksburg
309 William Street, Fredericksburg, Virginia
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Bistro Bethem is another great family owned restaurant in the heart of downtown Fredericksburg. The Bethem family has owned the restaurant since 2004 and brought a great sense of pride in making sure they serve up the freshest and most sought after cuisine the city has to offer.
16. Old Chickahominy House, Williamsburg
1211 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg, VA
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Chickahominy House is a beautiful, homey restaurant serving old-fashioned Southern food as well as a three story antique gift shop. If you venture in to the shop be sure to visit the shop mascot and pet, Melinda.
17. Zynodoa Restaurant, Staunton
115 E Beverley St, Staunton, Virginia
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Zynodoa Restaurant serves high end Southern cuisine like Disaronno Amaretto Creme Brulee.
18. Boudreaux’s Restaurant, Blacksburg
205 N Main St, Blacksburg, VA 24060
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Boudreaux’s serves authentic Louisiana Cuisine, mixing Southern classics with Cajun and French Creole. They have made-from-scratch daily specials, and feature an extensive selection of beer, wine, and specialty New Orleans drinks.
19. Jimmy’s on the James, Lynchburg
610 Commerce St., Lynchburg, Virginia 24504
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Jimmy’s on the James is part speak-easy, part bistro, part supper club, and all good. With superb food, splendid drinks, a song or two from Jimmy, and who knows what else. At Jimmy’s they insist on an experience you will receive nowhere else. So enjoy yourself.
20. Lefty’s Main Street Grille, Blacksburg
1202 S Main St, Blacksburg, VA 24060
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Lefty’s is a cozy restaurant located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Blacksburg, Virginia. They serve fresh, homemade, delicious, inspired cuisine.
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