I wasn't even in the mood for beer, but came here anyways and was shocked…read more I went with a friend for dinner here as the options are super limited in Lexington VA. I was already not in the mood for anymore drinking after spending a weekend in a major tournament in Lynchburg. Anyways, for a Saturday evening, this place was pretty packed both inside and outside. We both ended up getting a flight of beers each and every one was great. The food surprised me as my fish tacos was super fresh. The chips and queso was also great. Overall, a must see - especially for the view of the mountains if you decided to eat outdoors.

Brewery # 445…read more Devil's Backbone is a very large operation it seems. They make beer, the make bourbon, and they make food. They just do them all very slowly or at least they did when I was there. We came here on a Monday evening, and it was somewhat busy but there were visible empty tables and a couple spots at the bar. We went to the bar and waited awhile before the bartender asked what we wanted. I didn't ask for a flight because he seemed too busy. Whatever I wanted they were out of, but I ended up with an Imperial 16-point IPA which was quite tasty. I also got some chicken nachos, but I had to go stand in line to order them. They were adequate but not worth the wait. The place was very disorganized. They had workers always standing by the hostess desk, but the bartender was overwhelmed. Seemed like they should have had more than one, after all it is a brewery. Would have loved to try more beer but we just left and went back into Lexington for another round at another place. I don't know maybe it was just a bad night.

Brews were great, pizza tasted good, but it was cold, at least the toppings were, and kind of soggy…read morein the middle. I had to go find napkins and ask for red pepper flakes. The decor was cool, ancient doors covered with tempered glass for tables. The bathrooms were clean. Service was okay, but it was kind of a step up to order place, and I guess napkins and such were help yourself. They had lots of board games, and several people were enjoying them.

Beer snobs rejoice! Heliotrope is a true craft brewery serving clean and complex beers. My hubby…read moreand I enjoy trying all sorts of breweries but, it is always a treat to find a place like this. They have a small variety of styles and some of our favorites are their hazy IPA, salted marzen and plum conditioned sour. The service is friendly and helpful as well. As if all this wasn't enough, wood fired pizzas are also available! And their dough is delicious with that little pillowy stretch to it. It makes for a mouthwatering pairing.

Gorgeous little inn atop a knoll with amazing views of the blue ridge. Kind and attentive hosts…read moreDerick and Michele couldn't have been nicer. Place is extremely clean and nicely furnished- breakfast was fine, there are other options in addition to the main entree (a ham, egg and cheese breakfast bake- terrific). They offer homemade granola, yogurt and a selection of juices. Real draw here is this inn a shirt easy drive to downtown Lexington but you feel like you are out in the country. Can't wait to visit again when we can take advantage of the extensive porches and outdoor areas.

We spent our honeymoon here in 2012. It was great to ring in the New Year there and to enjoy the…read morequaint and inspiring landscape and the local shops in Lexington. Food was great and accommodations were excellent. The room we stayed in as well as the entire house was decorated very nicely and the paintings were beautiful. Thank you to the owners for some of our finest memories of our first year of marriage!

The location is perfect: tucked away in a quiet neighborhood with great access to main roads and…read moreabout a 10 minute walk from downtown Lexington. The quality of the room and house was fantastic; everything was spotless and well kept. The house had all the character, quirks, and charm of a place built over 100+ years ago, but all the amenities and features of a new construction. But the big differentiator was John. He was an absolutely incredible host, always with a smile on his face and a wealth of information about the area at his disposal. He helped us set up some great adventures, had wonderful stories of the history of the town and inn, and also cooked a fantastic breakfast each morning for us. The other guests at the inn were very sociable and we walked away having made a few new friends! I also can't believe how affordable the rooms were considering the great level of service and quality. If you love to be outdoors, kayak, or like exploring old towns with lots of antiques, or just need a break from the hustle and bustle of the District, I'd highly recommend the Llewellyn Lodge!

This is a very comfortable place, helpful proprietor and a wonderful breakfast in the morning.read more

Place was just what we needed, the description was accurate. We only stayed one night as we were…read morevisiting family around, but we loved staying here they are very kind and accommodating. The room was clean and cozy. We stayed in the Washington room so we were close to the balcony which was nice. Definitely would tell my family about this place! And the breakfast was so good!! My little one year old loved it

I am in Lexington, VA for my grandson's track meet at VMI…read more I decided to stay at Abigail Inn after scouting out Hotels in the area vs a B&B. Abigail Inn was the winner. Excellent location, charming older home that is clean, pretty and inviting. The homeowners are so kind and have thought of everything when it comes to their guests. This beats any hotel! I stayed in the Marshall room and the bed is so plush it just wraps you in comfort! I would highly recommend Abigail for your next adventure!

The place was clean, had good service, variety of items on menu, and food was great! The food came…read moreout hot and fresh. Definitely recommend!

If you're anywhere near Buena Vista, do yourself a favor and stop by this local pizza spot. I…read morewasn't expecting to be blown away, but wow -- this is hands down some of the best pizza I've had in a long time. The sauce tastes fresh and flavorful (not too sweet, not too acidic), and they're generous with the toppings without overloading the slice. The cheese pull alone deserves five stars. Everything tasted homemade and high quality, like they actually care about what they're serving. You can tell it's a place the community loves. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, and the staff are genuinely friendly. If you're craving great pizza in Buena Vista, this is the spot. I'll definitely be coming back for more.

We came into Bistro on Main after reading good Yelp and Google reviews. But, after eating here, we…read morehave NO idea why the reviews are so good! We were asked if we had a reservation even though the entire restaurant was empty... um what? They said they could "fit us in." Ok... . We sat down in a very run down dining room and almost left when we saw the menu. Short ribs with rice? Some odd choices on there. I settled with the shrimp and grits. How bad could it be? Their beer bread is actually pretty tasty - it's kinda sweet and soft with a crunchy crust. But, our entrees were quite unappetizing and not good. My shrimp were pale and covered in a weird cream sauce with mushrooms and tomatoes. The grits were stiff with hardly any flavor. I had some shrimp shells on my plate too. My husband's Gumbo was just as sad. It looked like cafeteria food. His okra was soggy and flavorless and the rice was so over cooked. 4 stars??? Absolutely not!!! The only redeeming factor was the good service and friendly staff.

Really cute place on the main drag. It was busy so service was working hard and things did take…read moresome time but when it got there it was good. Portions were not the biggest but prices were reasonable. Good desserts although we weren't sure if the bread pudding was supposed to be warm or cold because it was a bit of both.

Great beer, great food, and some of the nicest people you're going to run into. We've been to this…read morerestaurant twice coming into town for for a marathon and both times it's been fantastic.

Perfectly battered fish with my fish and chips. The burger was also perfectly made. Everything was…read moredelicious and the server was a delight!! Clifton Forge is a hidden gem.

The best word to describe Frog Hollow B&B is "charming". From the decor to the hosts, I was…read morecompletely charmed from the moment I drove up. John and David were so welcoming; I felt like I was staying with friends instead of strangers. Then there are the epicly delicious breakfasts - perfectly cooked eggs, fresh fruit, and thick, maple bacon, for example. The rooms were lovely and comfortable. Just one note - this is an older home, and there are stairs up into the home and stairs up to the rooms. (This wasn't an issue for me, but my mother has mobility issues so I keep an eye for these kinds of things.) That said, I loved the quiet, welcoming atmosphere and felt so comfortable here. It was so nice to come back to the peace of the space after a long day running around with the activities of my brother's wedding.

My husband and I stayed over one night on a trip home from VT to Clemson, SC last week. Our room…read morewas so comfortable and we departed the following morning well rested. The rooms were well stocked with everything we needed, down to a basket of toiletries in case we were missing anything. My husband was especially grateful for the shaving cream! We awoke to a delicious gourmet breakfast, and were pleased to have John join us over coffee before we continued on our trip. We also got to meet the owners' two precious pups and learn a little about the history of their beautiful home. We highly recommend a stay at Frog Hollow!

This review is for takeout Tuesday run by the Southern Inn. This is the second time we got takeout…read more The first one was not too good, vegetables were raw and inedible, pork was so so. We decided to give it another try but this time will also be our last. We ordered the chicken and dumplings. What we got was 2 big containers of chicken broth with little scraps of chicken floating in it. It was like lousy chicken soup. The dumplings were not bad but when I found that some of the "chicken" was skin and even a bone I was disgusted. There was not even a half chicken breast total in the 2 orders. I don't know who is really doing the cooking for this takeout service but it is not good.

We were driving through Lexington and decided to stop for a quick takeout lunch. Southern Inn was…read morethe perfect place for us because they offer family meals that are hot and ready to eat! There is also a ready to bake option for those eating at home. They also kindly provided us sets of utensils and paper plates for our meal. We got two family meals: Pork carnitas and blackened chicken penne pasta. The pork carnitas meal came with tortilla, rice, lettuce, pico, cheese, sour cream and carnitas. The pork was perfectly cooked- extremely flavorful and juicy. The meal for 2 came with 6 tortillas. The portion sizes are good for the price. The blackened chicken penne pasta was AMAZING! So flavorful and filled with delicious blackened chicken. The pasta came with a salad. This pasta dish for 2 was on the pricier side ($40). Both meals were delicious. The complimentary tomato basil bread was also great!