i had no idea what to expect walking in to a gas station for lunch. we had been recommended this…read moreplace by a local so we checked it out. it is a full service restaurant inside a gas station. the menu is solid and service was quick. i got the pulled pork sandwich - one of the best i have ever had, SO good, and the tater tots on the side were great. very affordable for a solid portion

A fun casual place for lunch. Our group ordered the party melt, the grilled cheese, the single…read morecheeseburger and Carolina burger. We also ordered the fried pickles and cheese curds as well as some beers and ciders. It was a good place for us to meet up and catch up. The service was fast and very friendly. The seating is limited. They have outdoor seating but it was raining the day we went. Everyone liked their burgers although one person said it was a bit small. The cheese curds and pickles were over breaded and overfried. The grilled cheese had hardly any cheese on it but the cook did accommodate my request to add tomato which was appreciated. This place has potential.

It has been a while since I dined here and I am so disappointed that the Scallops Mornay are no…read morelonger on the menu. They were an unusual treat, and a nice alternative to the usual fare. I was told that they are not available, which makes no sense, since Kroger sells them. I was also told that they are too expensive, but are worth the cost, I think. But Creme Brulé is still available and nowhere else in this area, as far as I know. Amherst is fortunate to have this place to come home to. The bar is very loud though,,,,,,yikes!

The food was average, but the staff were very pleasant. The…read moreatmosphere was too dark for my taste.

Best restaurant I've ever been to, and I've been to a lot. The food was so delightful. The view…read morewas gorgeous. The entire work crew was attentive and courteous.

Great food time and service Nice place to swing by right off…read moreRT.81. (Or motorcycle riding like we were doing)

Lovely view, good food and great service. Very friendly and welcoming staff. The sandwiches we had…read morewere fresh and delicious. We will definitely stop here again.

Brewery# 450 Blue…read moreMountain brewery has 2 locations, this one and one in Afton, VA. My buddy and I showed up to this huge operation, and it was pretty empty. The outdoor area looked nice, but I didn't really explore too much because it was like 100 degrees outside. I got a flight of 5 beers: Monticello Mountain Ale, Rockfish Wheat, Full Nelson Pale Ale, Tangerine Kolsch, and a Phased Hazy IPA. The beers were pretty good except the Tangerine Kolsch tasted off. My favorite was probably the Nelson Pale Ale. I also ordered some buffalo wings and fries and it was all solid. Cool place, decent beer, good food and quality service.

I love Gertie's! The food, service, and hospitality are…read morealways top-notch! It's a 100-mile motorcycle ride for me to get here and it's always worth it !

Went for Saturday morning breakfast. They only have biscuits and sausage gravy on Saturday, so…read morethat's what I had. I really enjoyed it. The waitress told me when I was checking out that the sells out most Saturdays. Gertie's is a diner with a fairly limited breakfast menu but all the basics are covered. We were there early-ish and had no trouble with seats but it is very small. We had been told the waits could be long but at 8:30 it was fine. We would go back.

Usually if you have to wait for seating you know it's going to be good. We waited maybe 20 minutes…read morewhich is nothing. The staff there did a fantastic job. The drinks were great. The food was delicious. Would definitely come back!

Not only did The River Burger Bar serve up an absolutely amazing burger, but the service was also…read moreoutstanding. I currently live in Oregon, but had come to the area where I grew up for family business. Admittedly, the time difference has always been very challenging for me whenever I return east, so I forget to eat until it's usually just about or past closing time for most joints. The staff didn't bat an eye when I sheepishly saddled in 30min to closing; hoping to not go to bed hungry...again. I was graciously served a juicy, flavorful burger with the warm, southern?/Appalachian? charm I don't realize I miss til I'm back home & it's right in front of me. The interior is comfy & no-nonsense. Don't change a thing folks!

A straightforward burger spot with a clean setup and a clear focus. One visit, mid-day, not overly…read morebusy, which made it easy to see how things run without pressure. **FOOD** The burger delivered. Good flavor, cooked properly, and built with some balance. Nothing overworked or trying too hard. It came out the way a burger should. That alone puts it ahead of a lot of places. Portion and price lined up well. No stretch there. Food: **SERVICE** Staff handled things well. When asked about the menu, they gave clear recommendations without dragging it out or pushing anything. Food came out in a reasonable time, no confusion, no missed steps. It was a lighter crowd, so it's not a stress test, but what was there was handled cleanly. Service: **AMBIENCE** The space is clean and comfortable. Nothing distracting, nothing out of place. There's a bit of a modern quiet to it. A few groups sitting together, all on their phones. Not the restaurant's fault, but it does change the feel of the room. Two people in the whole place actually looking up from their tables. That stood out more than anything else. **CLOSING** This is a place that does the basics right. Good burger, fair price, solid service, clean environment. Nothing flashy, but nothing falling apart either. That's usually what keeps a place in rotation. **RATINGS** Food: **** Service: **** Ambiance: **** Overall: **** Personal Disclaimer: I value small, independent restaurants and want them to succeed. This review reflects a single visit and may not represent every experience. EVERY RESTAURANT IS WORTH TRYING FOR YOURSELF. Go, see what you get, and be honest in how you evaluate it. I've worked as an executive chef, restaurant manager, and owner. I tend to hold places to a higher standard. Execution matters. Freshness matters. Effort shows. Cutting corners usually does too.

I was very disappointed with the so called Chicago Hotdog. First of all the quality of the dog was…read moresuspect. Then the bun was not steamed, no poppyseeds, no sport peppers, and certainly no celery salt. They should be ashamed to sell this. I won't waste any more money here.

Food was great. We had: - Pretzel bites (4/5) they were a…read morebit greasy but still tasted great and the cheese dip and mustard were fantastic. - Southern Belle (5/5) it was fantastic. All the toppings went great together and meat was cooked well (only wish it had been more smashed, was a little thick). Seriously one of the best burgers I've had in a while. - Smashburger (4.5/5) just wished the patty was more smashed. But still good. - Build your own (4.5/5) just wished the patty was more smashed. But still good. - fries and onion rings (4.5/5) these were both very good. - kids grilled cheese (our only complaint was that they didn't have a fruit bowl option) - Downeast cider (5/5) Service was great. Just took a little longer for our food to come out than anticipated (especially with a 19 month old also at the table). But waitress and manager were great and came over to check on us often due to the wait.

One of my favorite restaurants in Lynchburg! I moved away, but when I recently was back in town I…read morehad to stop at Bootleggers and it was as amazing I had remembered! The fries were so good - fresh cut. And the ranch dressing is home made (need I say more!?) My salad was great!