owners are interactive and friendly. the smash burger is top…read more10 out of 20 countries I have visited , moisture, texture and flavor are perfect

The cutest shop! Came with my daughter for dinner. Lots of sandwich and drink options. The staff…read morewas so kind and welcoming. I got the Reuben which was outstanding!!! My daughter got the grilled cheese which was divine as well. The fries were perfectly cooked. Will be back! Plenty of seating inside and out.

We really enjoyed our wine, blueberry cider, and food at Eastwood! Plus, the staff are friendly…read moreand want to ensure you have a great experience. We enjoyed the Gold Medal Tasting. This assortment had two whites and two reds--all of which earned gold medals at competitions. For lunch, we shared the grilled cheese with apple slices and the Eastwood salad, which included apples, blue cheese, nuts, and mixed greens. All were delightful. The tasting room has a warm vibe of a country gathering place with tables, a bar, and a stage. They also have outside seating. Their fermentation room has a glass wall that looks into the tasting room so you can see the tanks. Eastwood is located not far from Monticello and other wineries in the area. I recommend it as a definite stop on any wine outing.

A friend and I stopped here on a recent trip to Charlottesville. I was surprised by the number of…read morefamilies with children, as this is not something I'm accustomed to from living in Washington state for many years. We walked inside and found a great space that included a bar, ample seating, and a stage, where a singer was getting ready to perform. I decided on the White Reserve Tasting, and was able to swap out the oaky chardonnay for the Woodland White blend. My friend and I got a table outside as the weather was nice. We enjoyed our wine and people (and dog) watching. My favorites were the 2024 Viognier and the Woodland White. The 2024 Petit Manseng was good, but a bit tart, and the Artist White blend was too dry for my liking. This is a great winery that you should visit when in the area, that's both kid and dog friendly.

Grayhaven Winery is a beautiful place to spend an afternoon. The scenery is absolutely stunning,…read moreand the entire property feels peaceful and relaxing. There are plenty of different seating areas, so it's easy to find the perfect spot to sit back and enjoy a glass of wine. The wine selection offers a great variety, and every wine I tried was enjoyable. The staff was also wonderful. They were kind, attentive, and knowledgeable about the different options, making it easy to find something that matched our tastes. Overall, it was a fantastic experience. Between the beautiful setting, great wine, and excellent service, this is a place we definitely plan to visit again.

If you want a super chill and very personable wine tasting experience this is the place for you…read more It's small and beautiful. Lots of outdoor seating to enjoy the beautiful weather. The wines consist of their own vintages plus a selection of South African wines. You may also notice a couple of horses and some very friendly puppies roaming around. Highly recommend you try the sangria. We polished off a couple bottles sitting outside enjoying the beautiful weather.

Found this brewery/winery today and decided to stop in. You have to drive down an unpaved road to…read moreget to the building, which looks like an old farm with outdoor and indoor seating. As I wasn't familiar with this place, I asked if their beers or wines were more popular and was told that most people drink the beer. I was able to try a couple of samples before deciding on a 4-5oz beer sampler. The beers were all very different and tasty. My favorite was What the Fox. There was ample seating both inside and outside. Overall, it's a nice place to enjoy some beverages with friendly people.

I had my 40th wedding anniversary there and it was amazing! The people are so friendly and easy to…read morework with. They serve both beer and wine. They also had a playground for my grandchildren to play on. Everyone had a great time!! I would highly recommend this place to everyone!!

We adore this place. It's the perfect distance from Richmond. The venue is adorable. My favorite…read morepart is the staff. Every time we make the trek out to Fifty-third winery the staff are so sweet. When they are busy they are quick to help get you your next bottle. When they aren't busy it's so fun to hear about their enthusiasm for the wine, the process and their varieties. We've met multiple employees and always have a great experience. They always make me laugh. They are attentive and well informed. We finally, after two years of coming here every few months, joined as members. My boss actually is a member too, which is so fun to meet up as families. There are multiple seating options. The patio/balcony is my favorite. The tables in the lawn are perfect if you want more space. And there is plenty of room for your picnic blankets or your own chairs. I love that they have the grape vines too. So many wineries in and around Richmond are missing that vibe. 10/10 Will recommend.

Exceptional wines, friendly service and a very relaxing atmosphere made for a very enjoyable…read moreSaturday afternoon.

Everything about this festival is amazing!!! This was my 2nd year attending and I wasn't…read moredisappointed. All the Virginia wines, food, and vendors were amazing. They have something for everyone I got to try Meeds for the first time and I loved it. Check in was fast and efficient and we got some swag which is always a plus. Everyone was friendly.

What a fun festival. This was the first year my girls and I made a girls day out of this event, and…read morewe had such a great time. Parking was different as it's like on your own, in neighborhoods or wherever you find, and a few lots that were charging to park. There were so many vendors for both food and wine, as well as vendors selling local and handmade goods. Lines were decently long all day, so just prepare to be waiting. Definitely helps to have folks with you in line to talk to and just pass the time by for the different booths. I didn't know what to expect considering location, but this was a diverse festival with all kinds of people in attendance, so it felt comfortable and welcoming throughout. I'm looking forward to making this part of my annual list of festivals to attend.

We spent a Sunday afternoon, from about 1-3pm, at Everleigh Vineyards…read more We were greeted and served by two very friendly women behind the bar. Both helpful with tips on what to order from their beer and wine options based off what we told them of our tastes. The grounds and building were very well kept. We chose to sit outside so our kids could run around (6 kids between us and our friend's family). They tried to light a fire for us, but that was the one downfall: all the fuel was wet from recent rain I think, so the fire never really took and we just had smoke for a while and no warmth or flames to enjoy watching. But they tried! We enjoyed all the wines we sampled, and went home with one bottle. All that I tried were dry, well-bodied and smooth. My husband only found the beer so-so, so next time we go he'll probably stick to the wines that he also enjoyed from tasting my flight. The soft pretzels are huge, delicious and delivered hot and fresh. The cheese sauce for dipping them was really tasty and much better than most cheese sauce offered for soft pretzels elsewhere. The staff was very courteous, offering us blankets as it was chilly outside and they saw the fire wasn't thriving. We are only 25 minutes from them, and we'll definitely go back; we were very happy with our visit!

I had a difficult time trying to figure out what to eat because all the food looked exceptionally…read moredelicious. Inside is soooo nice. There is just one big problem. There is an insane amount of Hornets everywhere I couldn't even walk outside without having a feeling I was gonna get stung. Take my advice, Hire pest control.

I'm really surprised at all the 5 star reviews for this winery. I've been to dozens upon dozens of…read morewineries all around Virginia, and the surrounding area of Goochland and Charlottesville, and this spot is nothing to write home about. When it comes to the other gorgeous wineries around, this one pales in comparison. I was curious coming down Rt. 6 because I've passed the signs for Elk Island many times. And I've tried some of their wine at Rassawek Vineyard at a wine festival years ago, so I decided to pop in! It's tucked away in the woods, down a dirt road, with an uneven gravel parking area with steep slopes. I got stuck twice, my car's wheels just spun in the driveway. I think they should pave the paths to and from the house and the parking lot. It was a mess. I walked down the dirt path, climbed a couples steps to the porch, and came to a modest house, part of which was remodeled into a tasting room. Very small. Very plain. The dining room was sparse and set up with one table for guests to sit, but the interior and surroundings were nondescript. Except for the invasion of stink bugs that lined the perimeter of the ceiling, no other interesting decor. I was pretty turned off by the insects everywhere. There was a sliding door which lead to an enclosed, (I think it was enclosed) sunroom/balcony and there were a few guests out there. The view was basically "the woods". The bathroom was down a hall, where I saw a closet used for wine storage, and the stairs were set up as a makeshift gift "shop". Definitely not one of the more fancy places to have a flight of wines. The gentleman serving the flight was polite and nice enough, $12 for the tasting. Here are the wines I tried: 2024 Sauvignon Blanc, (reds) Naked Norton, 2023 Merlot, 2020 Petit Verdot. While these wines were fine, I wasn't overly impressed. I checked out and didn't purchase anything, but it was pleasant to sit and experience this small, very casual, homey style winery, but I've no desire to return. With a bit of TLC and some improvements to the exterior and interior, this winery could a much better.

We were in the area for John's school reunion & John remembered this winery from his last visit. He…read morethought it would be a nice stop between school and driving back to the city. It was a mild day, but threatening to rain- but we enjoyed a flight of wine while taking in the views from the deck. Seriously beautiful. The wine was delightful too and if I didn't already have packed luggage, I would have considered buying a couple bottles! If you love supporting small businesses and enjoy wine- I highly recommend! The even offer a membership for discounts on monthly wines. LOVE it!