Magnum Point Marina

We love this locally owned restaurant and enjoy getting breakfast there each time we are in the…read moreSmith Mountain lake area for vacation. Great friendly service and home cooked meals with a smile. Amazing omelets, potatoes, pancakes and desserts. You won't find a better breakfast at SML!

Average food. No military discount especially to a WWII Nact Vet in his late 90's. We are not loyal…read moreto a place thats not loyal to our Veterans.

Their 2nd dining room

My Apple and chocolate chip pancakes on their fall specials!

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Smith Mountain Lake Coffee House

4.4(57 reviews)

8.9 mi

LOVE Smith Mountain Lake Coffee House! We visit the lake once or twice year and I go every day…read morewe're there to get my caffeine fix. The s'mores latte is usually my go-to, though I've had several different drinks here and all have been great - hot or iced. They also have some really nice cafe food items that are nice for breakfast or lunch. We've had a number of their baked goods and have never been disappointed. We usually pick up several things to have at our rental for breakfasts and desserts. I've been often enough to make sure and get some of the seasonal options you can't always get. Their fall items are especially good. They've also got some cool merch and gift items. I've added a couple of pretty mugs to my coffee station here at home. The staff is always friendly and are very helpful with suggestions on drinks and food. If you haven't been in, you're really missing out.

This place is just horrible!! That's actually an understatement!! A " CHRISTIAN" coffee house…read morewhich proudly displays they are open 7 days a week! Makes you wonder how they justify this in their Christian minds! The coffee is mediocre at best and the sandwich's were just palatable. ( to keep from starving ) the poor little girls working seemed over stressed. I will skip this place next trip to SML no matter if I need to starve! or do without coffee!!

Inside

Cinnamon rolls... this photo doesn't show the magnitude of these delicious rolls!

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Carl's Place

4.3(30 reviews)

6.3 mi

Great service and even better food! the food is also very cheap and affordable. The waitress even…read moresaid a 67 joke to my son. all around great experience.

Country cooking at its best Nothing fancy just good food…read moreHad pancakes and bacon Coffee was hot.

Hungry man

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Breakfast Menu

The Pod

4.9(32 reviews)

20.5 mi

First let's start off with the parking, parking is so tight here and hard to find. I was lucky when…read moreI arrived that someone was leaving out of a parking space. There is a business next door but they have strict signs up that for state no parking for "the pod" only their business. Which is understandable. Once entering I was greeted promptly by a smiling male employee. He was super friendly, made me feel welcomed, it definitely made me feel that I was valued as a customer. Thank you young man! The inside is beautifully decorated, they have a variety of things for purchase also. It's so clean, super DOOPER clean!! The restroom is so clean also. The menu is not overwhelming which is good. Enough variety to please anyone. I ended up getting the chicken and gnocchi soup, homemade pimento cheese sandwich. The soup was the bomb, very chunky, carrots, celery, plenty of gnocchi, the chicken seemed grilled and it was a good amount of it. The pimento cheese sandwich was very good, very stout sharp cheese flavor, it's pretty strong, with lots of flavor. I got the bread toasted which is so good, try it. I did try a speciality coffee, Cupid Kiss, it has notes of white chocolate and raspberries. This combination is so yummy together. It was definitely awesome! They do have oak milk, which I prefer. Highly recommend this business keeping this as a routine on their menu. They do have a variety of pastries and other sweets if you would like to give them a try. They looked super yummy! I was full so no room for any sweets. I would definitely, highly recommend , you better stop in and give this place a try!!! You will not be disappointed!!!! Service is off the charts!!!! Food is off the charts!!! Coffee is off the charts!!

What an oasis! Did not expect such a beautiful cafe in this small town. Was so glad I took a slight…read moredetour and didn't settle for fast food coffee. Service was wonderful and they made the most amazing coconut and white chocolate specialty latte. Food options looked great but had no time to stop for a meal so just grabbed a strawberry/blueberry muffin which was yummy.

Cute interior

Gnocchi soup

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Exterior

Ruth's Place

4.3(45 reviews)

8.6 mi

I have eaten here many times, but never ordered dessert…read more Yesterday, March 7th, I ordered the coconut pie. My meal was delicious as always, but the coconut pie was out of this world the very best I have eaten. I will be going back next week for another piece of pie and try to get a picture before I devour it! GREAT JOB RUTH'S PLACE!

Good Food, quick service, and a very friendly atmosphere. I would definitely recommend itread more

Lunch specials.

Main entrance

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Menu

The Blackwater Cafe

4.2(91 reviews)

5.2 mi

Good spot at SML for better food than some other spots. Service was good, friendly and quick to…read morehelp.

Great atmosphere, friendly staff and friendly restaurant guests. Recommend ordering the steak fritesread more

Merry Christmas at Blackwater Cafe......incredible food

Brownie Sundae!

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Petite biscuits with honey butter.

Napoli Cowboy

4.5(88 reviews)

3.1 mi

Our favorite restaurant at Smith Mountain Lake. Great variety of food is always cooked to…read moreperfection, the service is friendly, and we love sitting at our around the bar for the local neighborhood feel. Make a reservation & show patience during the summer, they will be packed!

I went for a girls weekend trip to sMiTh Mountain Lake. This restaurant is five stars times five…read more My steak was well prepared and my sides were delicious. It is in an old school building and the ambience is perfection. it's a must go to Restaurant. Reservations highly suggested.

Thursday night special "fish n chips" grouper

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Bread and oil dip (free)

Scratch Biscuit Company

4.3(525 reviews)

21.9 mi

I have been to this place a wide variety of times, and every single time they have impressed me…read more It's beautiful inside, the staff are wonderful and accommodating. For the food, everything I've had has been a 10/10. My go to is a half order of the biscuits and gravy! It is always so flavorful, the biscuits are giant and fluffy. The gravy is seasoned perfectly. My second go to, as well as my girlfriend's is the hot honey fried chicken biscuit. Portion wise that thing is hugeee, most of the items are so they are absolutely worth what you pay! The chicken is so tender and crispy, breading is amazingly seasoned as well. This paired with the jezebel sauce is heaven on earth. I cannot express how much I love this place, their food is wonderful, their biscuits are massive, and their service is great. Only issue I've ever had was my delivery order never showing up (not their fault but the delivery drivers) and they immediately comped and replaced my meal. 100% recommend.

Love the seating area outside, dog friendly! Nice large biscuits- super hefty that'll keep you full…read morefor a long time. Wait wasn't too long. Nice variety on the menu for everyone, from breakfast tacos, plates, French toast to biscuit sandwiches. Loved it for a casual group breakfast.

Inside

Biscuit pot pie

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Breakfast burrito

Mee Maw's

4.7(18 reviews)

16.9 mi

Great hospitality and great food! Loved the visit and they treated me like family. Place is very…read moreclean and placed in a very scenic area

MeeMaws has it all! Ot may look like a small comfy shack but the flavors and quality that Chef…read moreTravis makes is delicious! You can't go wrong with the daily lunch or dinner specials from Homemade chicken Alfredo to Country Fried steak (my personal favorite)! Travis and Beth will make you feel at home and they do take out ! Always ask what new cake or pie is served they are are yummy too!

Sliders

Fish sandwich with cole slaw

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Crazy Horse Marina

3.1(8 reviews)

6.4 mi

Nice Marina in the B-coves of Smith Mountain Lake featuring gorgeous views, a Mexican restaurant,…read moreand lots of summertime events! My mom and I made the trek by road from the Huddleston side of the lake because the restaurant is amazing and because we had a couple of other stops off Scruggs and enjoyed our meals. Looking forward to coming again back next year!

Such a cute stop on the water. This is a small-ish marina with plenty of boat parking. They have a…read moreMexican restaurant, tequila bar, and convenience store/ gift shop, as well as a beach area and outdoor seating. Stop into the convenience store for beverages, snacks, floats and other boat accessories, and gifts such as T-shirts and post cards.

Congressman Hurt Loves our Marina

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Jeffrey R.

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1 year ago

It was farther from the center of the lake than we usually go for food, but we decided to take the extra ride. We're glad we did. All of the food was simple but very good. Fried catfish platter was crispy, juicy and not at all greasy. Cheesesteak was as good as we usually get in the Philly suburbs (most are not!). Salads were tasty. Our waitress was the family daughter and she was great. So was mom in the kitchen. Heard that they are selling the place. Hope that the new owners keep up the quality and the overall experience. read more

John M.

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32

8 years ago

Love the new restaurant. The decor is awesome. The menu is great. I've had the fried bologna and egg sandwich for breakfast. I've also had the fish tacos. Delish. The staff is friendly. I will be back. read more

Jim Nanette K.

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3 years ago

I'm in Rocky Mount, VA for business this week. Me and a coworker made the accidental discovery of this place, Magnum Point Marina. Pulling up it looks like any other bait and tackle marina on Smith Mountain Lake read more

Jeff H.

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5 years ago

Easy to find from the lake and plenty of spaces to tie up the boat. Fantastic food and excellent service with a smile. I had the pizza and would say it's in my top five for best pizza ever. read more

Cody B.

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3

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4 years ago

A beautiful ambiance and lake and this place is a quintessential small town place with good food

Susan H.

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2

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4 years ago

Love this place!! Great food, service, and atmosphere. Also have an excellent full service bar

Dylan S.

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4

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5 years ago

Friendly staff and great pizza. The atmosphere is great! Nice to dine right on the water.

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We're new to SML and had heard Napoli's by the lake was a good bet. I'm a bit picky, but love good…read moresimple food. Napoli's delivered! Warm bread, knowledgeable wait staff, an excellent Blackbeard margarita, and a 12 ounce (seemed closer to 14) black angus ribeye over mashed potatoes and brussel sprouts that was PERFECTLY medium rare! WOW, what a dinner. An easy going ambiance with a high top for my wife and I near the bar. I hope this place never changes, because they nailed it tonight!

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Good spot at SML for better food than some other spots. Service was good, friendly and quick to…read morehelp.

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