Literally stumbled upon this restaurant at the tail end of a train riding road-trip…read more 2 Chessies outside...the restaurant is in an old freight station and beautiful inside. To the left is a large seating area that I didn't know was there until I went to the restroom. The bar is stunning. We were served by Jennifer. We shared artichoke dip; hubby had the lump crab cake sandwich with a side of coleslaw which he demolished, and I had the Toosday salad--delicious and a huge portion, with fresh pieces of apple, pecan, feta cheese and well prepared grill chicken. Had both the poppyseed and raspberry vinaigrette dressings which complimented the salad. Leftovers for me and no dessert. Great train area as well for train buffs.

This place was so beautiful! The food was amazing, little pricey but worth it for a date night !…read moreThe employees were extremely attentive and kind ! Highly recommend !

Stopped in for dinner on our way home from HHI, and it was an excellent choice! The space is super…read morecool, the menu is just the right size and the staff are super friendly. The street itself is darling and the patio is perfect. There was a live band playing at Cider from Mars that carried over while we ate. We ordered: The Happy Hippy Pizza Mel's Croissant The Classic Club Street Corn Fritters Kale Caesar Salad Fried Green Tomatoes Crab Dip Everything was awesome!

We had a fabulous meal here on Sunday 3/8/25. First, it was great to find this gem open on a Sunday…read morenight. Second, the location was amazing. What a cool building with rich history. Our experience was outstanding. We mentioned we were first timers and in for a funeral. The server took our order and food/drinks arrived in a timely manner. The manager came over to check on us, give us a little history on the building and offer her condolences. Which was above and beyond. We had the hot honey pizza, pretzels, wings and cold beers. I honestly could have ordered so many things as everything sounded amazing, but we wanted some comfort food. Thanks for an amazing meal and wonderful southern hospitality. If we are ever in town again, we will be back.

I planned an afternoon and overnight stop in historic Staunton, Virginia on my way to vacation in…read morePA. There are so many options in this lovely town but I made a reservation at Zynodoa because I have been on a farm-to-table kick lately. The servers and hosts were all lovely, interacting with both the guests and each other professionally and amicably. My server Sarah gave me as much attention as anyone else, even though I was the only person dining alone. I ordered the tomato and burrata appetizer. I am not a big raw tomato eater but I knew if these were truly farm-to-table, they would taste good, and they did. The flavor felt like a combination of sunshine and a warm hug! The cheese tasted like a sweet kiss. The portion was substantial, and there was balsamic reduction and a generous amount of coarse pesto. I ate the whole thing! For the main course I ordered the flat iron steak. Because I was traveling and didn't want leftovers, I asked the server for a smaller portion than listed, but either I wasn't clear or it wasn't an option--It's okay, though. I ordered the steak medium rare but it was a shade above rare; again, okay. Sides were good but I added salt. The meal was a bit pricey but probably fair given that it was sourced locally. I agree with some of the other reviewers that the chef is heavy handed on the sauces, which may not be everyone's cup of tea. Oh, I ordered the pinot noir and it was good, smooth, balanced. Overall impression of Zynodoa was it felt like visiting the home of a friend with a garden who loves to cook and share with her friends. The portions were generous and the seasoning was substantial. I highly recommend to anyone visiting Staunton.

An excellent and inventive restaurant in Staunton that punches way above its weight. My wife and I…read moretraveled to Staunton recently and were advised to try Zynodoa. The cocktail and mocktails were flavorful and well priced. Our waiter was great. Very knowledgeable about the menu, town and ingredients. We started with the Chicken Liver pate. This was well prepared, although I hate when a restaurant provides an odd number of toasts for two people. We asked for an extra piece and thought it was funny that they gave us exactly one. FYI- it comes with several accoutrements which were tasty, but the mustard was really the most satisfying. My wife had the brisket, which I would call a must have. Fantastic Asian spices, fried rice ball and Kimchi. Just an explosion of flavors. I was glad she shared. (This is uncommon) I had the pork chop and it was really pretty. Unfortunately, it lacked flavor and I had to carve off the fat which made up about 1/3rd of the chop. The bone was the other third...so it turned out to be a thick but modest cut. That said, it was on a lovely bed of mash and some of the best blue and white carrots I ever had. We finished with the carrot cake. (All of the desserts are made onsite.) which we learned was gluten free. Honestly if it was marked GF I wouldn't have ordered it. Anyway, when it arrived I thought we received the wrong thing. It looked like a decorative cliff bar. Once we took a bite we were blown away by the flavors and texture. It was delicious. Such a great experience. We were near the kitchen, so we got to see the head chef get orders out. There were some highs and lows, but the overall experience was really nice.

Nice place. When you walk the space makes a great first impression, with that said, there are other…read morespaces in the back that are nice, but not as impressive as the front dining room. Food was very standard steakhouse fare. The steak came out as ordered and my wife had a burger that was really good. Great combination of flavors and textures. The half portion salads were large and pretty tasty. My only suggestion would be to make the desserts a bit more interesting. The service was excellent and very attentive. Overall a very nice experience.

My friend and I came here for dinner, we didn't have reservations and it was open but we just sat…read moreat the bar. I did the rosemary lemonade cocktail which was delicious. My friend did the rum punch which was good too. For appetizers, we got the Pork Belly Bites which were yummy. the chipotle spice had a kick. For entree, I did the 6 oz. filet with asparagus and my friend did the stuffed meatloaf with fries. The asparagus was a bit too buttery for my liking but everything else was yummy! For dessert we did their seasonal crisp which is like their apple crisp. Very cute restaurant, intimate ambiance. Would definitely come back here for date night. The bartender was also very nice and attentive for how busy the night got too!

Absolute GEM! Ignore other comments about plate size and just go for the flavors, it's well worth…read moreit. Plates are small, more like tapas size. Adored our servers! This place is so cool in our area because it's the relaxed feel of the Valley, but upscale and complex flavors and dishes. Very unique in our area, and so appreciated! Get the pimiento cheese, the crackers are homemade and so unique, it's also the biggest small plate, great starter. Fried chicken was brined so well, and cooked perfectly with great crust. Tuna tartare was great, hot and cold, with caviar, great bites. We got a pasta with a gochujang sauce that was crazy amazing, perfectly balanced! Finished with a burger and the wagyu, both incredible! Umami in the burger, just a classic, and the pickled ramps made the steak dish perfect!

If you like very small portions and expensive so so food, this is the place for you. Everybody…read moreraves about this, but we just don't get it at all. The best thing that was served was the dessert. It was also the largest thing that was served. The bathroom looks like it belongs in a gas station from Florida in the 1960s it was dirty and smaller than coat closet.

We stopped here after a local overnight trip because it's conveniently located. They have a big…read morepastry pie selection. I got a cinnamon roll bigger than my hand to go when we checked out after breakfast. We were promptly greeted upon entry and sat in a booth. My husband covered cream chipped beef because that's not something we usually see on menus near us. I got biscuits and sausage gravy. The portions were HUGE. We could have done with a half serving of that was an option or shared. My husband thought his chipped beef was a little floury but my gravy was good. I did have to add some salt and pepper to my eggs which I guess I can understand that maybe people don't want them pre salted in case they are on a restricted diet. Pricing was reasonable for the portion size. $35 for 2 people with my to go pastry before tip. The restaurant has a bit of an old timer feel. It's been in business since 1947 which is pretty cool. They also have signs about closed areas for groups and they accept buses. If I'm in the area again, I think I'll try an eclair. My cinnamon roll was super moist which I was honestly pleasantly surprised by since it was a to go pastry. They also have a fridge with glass door that showed other to go options like the chopped beef and cinnamon apples.

Very friendly staff and exceptional value with fast service 3.5 stars. We were greeted, seated, and…read moreserved promptly. I got their daily breakfast special, 2 eggs, 2 bacon, 2 pancakes for $7 and my wife got an omelette with a biscuit, side of bacon and home fries. Nothing stood out, but at the same time nothing was bad. The omelette was a little oily but that's about it.

Maybe it was just not a great day or menu. However the cocktails were perfect And the service was…read moreimpeccable. I believe the add ons have overshadowed the prefix courses. Likely intentionally.The tofu pudding as one of the courses was Lackluster and disappointing and the crunchy black rice was a potential Tooth cracker. The main of guinea hen seemed sous vide into mush and the sauce was overly sweet. The wagyu beef main for an additional $55 was not even remotely worth it. It also seemed sous vide to a gray piece of meat that tasted like a hamburger. I would have expected a nice sear on both sides to honor the cut and caliber of beef. Everything else was generally good but nothing out of this world. I've had excellent meals here but $500 later I was left wishing I had made reservations somewhere else.

Maude & the Bear it was another unforgettable experience…read more As always, the service was exceptional--warm, attentive, and seamless. Every dish was as beautiful as it was delicious, and the combinations of flavors were imaginative in ways that continue to surprise us. Staunton is incredibly fortunate to have a chef of Ian's talent in our community. Thank you, Ian and Leslie, and the entire Maude & the Bear team, for the joy, creativity, and hospitality you bring to every meal. You have created something truly special, and we're grateful it's right here in Staunton.

Had lunch with a friend this past Thursday and had my first experience with Remedy burger. I got…read morethe Southern burger, which was divine! I loved this place so much that I took my family there on Father's Day! Yep! I ordered the same thing and everyone else switched it up!!! I was wow'd again! I'm tellin' ya, go here...you will not regret it!! The only thing that I did not care for is how the beverages were handled. Water came from a jug on a cart outside the restaurant . No ice out there and no offer of ice. Condiments were also outside. Now! Maybe that's how they roll if you dine outside, but I didn't like it. (Not to the point that I'd ding them for it, just putting out a mentionable) Anyway!! This food is so good, it's really worth it, and the prices are just right!!! See ya there!!!!!!!!

Still a great place a year after. Just a tad busier so the wait was also a tad longer…read more Friendly service. The selection of draft is decent - lager from Williamsburg. Onion burgers with a side of fries - the patty is good and can be upgraded to however more patties you need. But single is good for me. Worth a stop if you around Staunton.