We were passing through on our way to NC and stopped for dinner. So glad we did!…read more The service was great and the food was delicious. And the food tho! I ordered the shrimp and grits, my husband got the maple shrimp. Both were good, but the grits really stole the show. My daughter got butter noodles. Pro tip - dump the noodles into the empty grits bowl, mop up the remnants of the cream sauce. Mmmmmm. My son ordered the chicken sandwich with the Alabama BBQ sauce. Also so good. Place was clean and well done inside. The RHCP playlist really topped everything off.

Not at all what we expecting, and we were pleasantly surprised! Passing through Damascus and…read morelooking for a dinner option, we came upon this place. Went in and immediately were impressed with the atmosphere. Menu was pretty extensive too, and for great prices! I ended up with the teriyaki salmon, which came with coconut rice, mixed summer veggies and a side salad. Even the salad was elevated with spinach, dried cranberries, pumpkins seeds, and a yummy balsamic dressing. My boyfriend had the 8 oz NY strip steak, which he said was cooked to perfection. Our waitress Julia was super friendly and prompt. Great experience this evening!

Damascus Diner -- Damascus, VA…read more I'll admit it--I'm not usually a diner person, and I actually debated driving back to Abingdon for breakfast. But we were staying in a cabin along the Virginia Creeper Trail, and walking the trail into town for a traditional Southern breakfast sounded like the more authentic mountain-town experience. I'm so glad we did. The portions were huge, the prices were incredibly reasonable, and everything we tried was good. My husband ordered "The Hog"--2 eggs, country potatoes, sausage, bacon and pork loin. The sausage was his favorite of the meats. I had the Mt. Rogers with 3 eggs, hash brown casserole, and upgraded to the 8-oz sirloin. Both meals came with toast or a biscuit, grits, and peppered sausage gravy. They were out of biscuits, so we had white and sourdough toast instead, and it was all good. The food was hearty, traditional, and exactly what I was craving. But what really made the experience was the Southern hospitality. The young woman serving and the host were both so kind and cheerful. Sometimes the best travel experiences aren't the trendy places--they're the local spots where you walk in hungry, leave completely stuffed, and feel genuinely welcomed. Damascus Diner was one of those places.

What a wonderful meal we had here! The servers were so friendly and efficient!…read more Hubby had the white fish with cabbage, collards, hush puppies and tots for $16-he ate every last bite! It was tasty. I had the hamburger steak, the lunch portion, $11 with collards and mashed potatoes and I, too, ate every bite! It hit the spot. The food was home cooked style and worth every penny!

Very cute restaurant in Marion. Food and service were fantastic. Ambiance was lovely and drinks…read morewere great.

It's clearly a busy place. "Wait to be seated" suggests…read morethey'll at least acknowledge your arrival. Nope. Waited a bit. Again busy, but not okay. Servers walked round us several times before acknowledging we were there. Okay to wait for a table, but when the table becomes open, acknowledge us and let us sit, rather than continuing to make us wait. We were seated and waited again before given menus and cutlery. A couple sat down several minutes after us and were given cutlery and menus. I get different waitresses have different tables, but a table who arrives first should be served first. And yup, they got their food before we did. Food was disappointing. Fries were warm. Crab cake sandwich (with shrimp) lacked flavor, and tasted like a crispy potato cake. Buffalo chicken sandwich should not be kids chicken tenders toasted in sauce falling out of the sandwich. Burger was overcooked and dry. The bathroom needs a clean. Slippery floors, cracked tiles that feel like you're going to fall through the floor. Around disappointed

Stopped by Wicked Chicken about a month ago while the town-wide yard sales were going on, and I'm…read morereally glad we did! I ordered the Cuban with jalapeños added, and while it wasn't the traditional Cuban I usually expect, it was absolutely delicious and so satisfying. The atmosphere was great too -- nice open outdoor seating, live music playing, and an overall fun vibe. Service was quick, prices were reasonable, and our server was attentive and friendly throughout the meal. Definitely a spot I'd stop at again if I'm in the area!

I wish I had ordered BONE IN chicken wings…read more Instead, I made the mistake of ordering boneless wings (spicy pickle dry rub) and a burger (regular) and both were beyond disappointing. I split the burger and the boneless wings with a friend and we ordered an app for the table to split (Mediterranean Ranch Fries). In total, we spent about $50 and it was a complete waste of money. I would go back to try just the regular wings, but I wouldn't make a special trip. The staff was busy but nice and took care of our larger party with smiles and focus. There is a lot of outside seating and indoor seating as well, but the outdoor area is great for groups and friends looking to enjoy the fresh outdoors and a meal.

We came in close to closing for a quick snack. Reclaimed older home with a lot of local art-…read morereminded me of restaurants in Charleston. The coffee we had was very good- latte and flat white. They had run out of cold brew. Cinnamon bun was very sweet but good. The gluten free brownie was ok and chocolate chip cookie was airy (interesting) and enjoyed. If we had more time would have liked to have a full lunch.

If Michelin star talent, incredible food, and a side of Native American folklore sound like an odd…read morecombination, trust me..:it works. The Girl & The Raven has such a cool story behind it, and learning about the meaning of the raven in Native American folklore made the experience feel even more special. Then the food arrived... and suddenly conversation stopped because everyone was too busy saying, "You have to try this!" We ordered the breakfast bowl with sweet potatoes, arugula, and the famous hippy sauce, a gooey cinnamon bun, and the homemade daily biscuit sandwiches. Every single bite was phenomenal. The hippy sauce deserves its own fan club, the biscuit was flaky perfection, and the cinnamon bun disappeared so fast it should probably qualify as magic. Every dish was cooked to absolute perfection. You can tell it's crafted by Michelin trained chefs who know exactly what they're doing. Sarah Grace took amazing care of us. She was friendly, attentive, and somehow managed to make us feel like regulars even though we were just passing through. The restaurant itself is adorable, and the artwork covering the walls is stunning. We seriously considered playing a game of "How much luggage can we leave behind to make room for a painting?" If we hadn't packed the car for vacation, one of those paintings would have been riding shotgun all the way home. Come hungry, stay curious about the story, and don't be surprised if you leave wishing your vehicle had just a little more cargo space.

Great little place! Love the "inn" feeling -- down to the set of keys provided for both the room…read moreand the main places of the inn. Quaint and somewhat unique these days! Like a maze inside, but very cool. Great service by the young lady who got us checked in! Felt like distant family welcoming us to their home. Charming. Live music, good food, great back patio/beach, and wonderful rooms with a good view and walkout to a patio overlooking the river. If there weren't so many telephone/power poles around the front of the place, photography opportunities would be great. At least the backyard is picturesque. The only slightly negative thing worth noting is that outside it can be a bit loud considering both the river with its small waterfall and the live music. Def would go back!

Loved my stay last week. From the moment I arrived, I was treated like family. After staying in…read moreprior years in smaller economy rooms, I booked a large room on the second floor with access to a shared balcony for 2 nights. The sound of the waterfall was extremely relaxing and since I was able to open windows it made for a restful sleep. My room was near the noise from the bar but it ended at 9:00. The breakfast in the morning was delicious (fluffy eggs, bacon, biscuits and gravy, fruit, muffins, toast, bagels and mugs of coffee), managed by a wonderfully attentive woman who went table to table to ask if everythi was ok. All of this was accompanied by a beautiful view of the river. Great way to start the day. Dinner of grilled trout, mashed potatoes with garlic and rosemary, and braised heirloom carrots from the new fall menu was lovely. Finally, I enjoyed the mix of people I encountered, from retirees (like me) there to ride the Creeper trail (currently the Damascus to Abingdon portion is open, trail from Whitetop to Damascus open Mar27), to a group planning to hike the Appalachian Trail for 3 days. Lots of adventure to be found in the area. My favorite though was relaxing and painting on the deck by the river. Will definitely be back.

The food drinks and waitress was sweet and took our picture…read more We had just appetiser's focaccia bread, spinach cheese dip and chips.

Dined there once, sat outside on their lovely patio. Good selection of mid level wines. Mahi mahi…read morewith couscous entre was solid. Pleasant dinner altho not life changing.

While overnighting in Abingdon, we needed some grub. Was Sunday Eve and almost everything was…read moreclosed, except Greekos. It's always scary eating at strange places while on the road, but our stomaches said: GO4IT! And that we did. Conclusion: The food and service were excellent! No wonder the place was packed on a Sunday evening! Georgio recommends! OPA!

We were seated really quickly outside as it was a great day, and it tends to be too noisy inside…read more I ordered the Greeko's Mousaka. My sister had a safe hamburger, and niece the mixed pita (the fries were ala carte). All of the food was really tasty, but the Mousaka reeeeeaaaaly left something to be desired in the presentation. Still, the food was good - but ugly. LoL Would definitely eat there again.

Very good and decent place in town. They have 2 branches,…read moreand we will try the Jefferson branch on our next visit. Animal friendly too

Love the staff there it's always a pleasure to see them!…read more Wish they'd bring back the ahi tuna though..

Best ice cream spot in town! They are located right off of the creeper trail and it's a perfect…read morestop as you're finishing up your ride. Highly recommend!

After finishing 18 miles on Creeper Trail, this spot was a welcome reward. Lots of Hershey ice…read morecream options. I got the Brownie Bite and hubby got the Brown Butter Burbon Truffle. There was a huge line, but only one employee. The menu showed many toppings, but only 3 available and no hot fudge?? They do offer adult milkshakes (can add 2 liquors) and outdoor seating.