This is our second visit to Basic Necessities and we found it to be delightful both times. It truly…read moreis a rare gem. Saturday evenings they have real nice soft life music in keeping with the peaceful atmosphere. The meals have been interesting and delicious. Love the rotating menu. Will most definitely return when we're back that way. Margot

This adorable & quaint cottage is tucked between a hardware store and a barbecue truck directly off…read moreof Highway 151. I had been excited to visit this restaurant since hearing such great things about it - it did not disappoint! The menu changes daily so check the website to ensure you like what's being offered. Most often you will. All entrées are served with a salad and bread, and the same sides of a starch and vegetable. This Saturday night I had the yellowfin tuna and it was so tender and cooked perfectly. M husband had the chicken, and while he does not prefer chicken thighs he really enjoyed his meal. We enjoyed a glass each of "house" Pinot noir and since wine is what they do very well it was a great choice since we didn't want a whole bottle. The ambience is country comfort and the service was charming and welcoming. This is after all a small town; the food quality was fresh and delicious. Will be back, and next time with friends.

During our visit, we were helped by a very nice lady. We purchased a few items, including one which…read moreis not always easy to find. When in the area, we'll definitely be back!

Amazing! Visited Washington Street Purveyors on a trip to Lexington and we were very happy we did…read more They have a great selection of wines, along with other items. We ended up purchasing a bottle of Malbec (after telling the lady working there that I liked wines like Merlot, and she recommended this -- great rec!), along with cheddar cheese and salami, which served as great snacks! I truly enjoyed the Malbec, especially accompanied with the steak dinner I had that evening. Service here is great and they have a vast array of wine selections! They have 3 different rooms just filled with wine from wall to wall. I would absolutely return again whenever I visit Lexington again in the future. Highly recommend!

I know... sandwiches are expensive here, right? But if you're pressed on time and can't make a…read moresomething at home, would you rather pay for full-on antibiotic and hormone meat sandwich at some fast food place delivered by a Sysco or US. food truck? Or just pay extra for a quality and healthier alternative? I absolutely recommend their Araucana sandwich. I totally recommend this place because they get their meats and produce from local farms such as, Polyface, Free Union, Wolf Creek Farm, just to name a few. I really get excited when I see these brands because I have been to these farms and I liked how the animals were raised. I usually buy the frozen meats and bones for my homemade broth. I know it's expensive...but I only get one body and one life... Just avoid the chips and other snacks, you can get it cheaper somewhere else.

We came in around lunchtime on a Wednesday and had to wait 25 minutes for a sandwich. I was…read moreexpecting more local product but was by surprised by the general/mainstream brands they carried. Our sandwiches were good but it feels like an Overpriced tourist trap.

It was just good home-cooking, that sums it up. Nothing fancy, just finger-licking good, juicy,…read moresaucy bbq chicken with all the flavors of the grill and perfectly seared steak. We didn't have reservations (and we should have - it's teeny tiny inside) but the waitress/bartender graciously accommodated us. Don't balk at the prices either - your meal includes a generous cheese and bread board (can't beat fresh rolls!), salad, usually one side and then dessert which was a delicate lemon bar with blueberries when we visited - sharp, sweet and packed with lemony goodness Tucked in a corner of Nelson County in the basement of an old church, it's a small, cozy, local gem - I mean, I ordered a Diet Coke and needed to wait like 10 minutes because they were out making a grocery run to restock - it's that small! But I LOVE the idea of a local joint serving up really good grub and stepping out to the local grocer for their soft drink Bottom Line: don't miss this stop the next time you are touring Nelson County wine country!

Love this place! Not only is the food incredible, but the owners and staff are so friendly! If I…read morelived closer, I'd be there a lot!

It is such a cute tiny but also big at the same time place! We were trying to find things to do in…read moreCharlottesville and I'm so glad we stumbled across this place! All the employees are super sweet. We went and they were doing a free tasting that you got to try 16 different wines from all different regions and they had little stations and a cute little sheet of paper to write notes and mark ones that we liked. We even got a 25% off a wine bottle and so I bought one of the Italian reds!

The team at Market Street Wine is amazing. A friend received tenure and friends from all over the…read morecountry wanted to send a gift to say congrats and celebrate. Thadd and Mikaela were so helpful in putting together a lovely wine basket and treats. Delivery was reasonably priced, they helped coordinate some difficult timing and a quick turn around, and ultimately created a wonderful gift for our friend. It was so nice to support a local store all the way from Los Angeles.

Amazing selection of beers, including on draft. They also have a fun selection of British and…read moreEuropean food/snacks and some bites to eat at the bar and a there 10 tables. They also offer glasses of wine (and sell bottles) in case there's a wine lover in your crew.

Came across this gem in Crozet tucked inside Piedmont Place. The bottle shop gets beer that I've…read morenever seen in Virginia before. Today, we picked up three 4 packs of beer from Foam Brewers out of Burlington, Vermont. While we've visited Foam in Burlington, we haven't had it unless picking it up at the brewery. KBS Mackinac Fudge is another seasonal treat that was sold out in other beer shops in the area. Fortunately, for us, Blue Ridge Bottle Shop had gotten more in. Not only are the staff knowledgeable about beer in our region, they are knowledgeable about and try to obtain great beer up and down the east coast.

Came here and noticed bourbon and I pulled that U-turn with the quickness. As I arrive the entire…read morestaff was so friendly. Jay is who I dealt with and he was amazing at explaining the different types of bourbon. He was very kind and just knew his bourbon. If you want to try something good in this area come check it out

Amazing first time experience at a distillery. The staff was extremely welcoming and didn't…read morehesitate to educate us on the many types of options available. I had a mint julep bourbon with had muddled berries at the bottom. It was so delicious. However if you're expecting the fruit to make the bourbon more subtle, it does not. lol It was still very delicious. My husband had the s'mores, which came topped off with a toasted marshmallow. The smokiness flavors were amazing. We left with 4 bottles of spirits. The ambiance and floor layout was perfect with the main bar directly in the center. It created cohesion among the customers. Can't wait to visit again.

Very nice employees and the selection was great. Walked in as they were doing a drop and ended up…read morewith a great bottle I hadn't planned on!

So much great stuff. Easy to shop. Really nice and helpful staff. Recommend it as an easy place to…read moreget whatever you need

Cute store. I checked in there for Christmas shopping, as I have done for quite a few years now,…read moreand I noticed the substantial amount of AI-generated art on stickers and book covers, which was really disheartening. If you care about that, please shop somewhere else, for what it's worth.

This little shop is adorable! It's situated in a bland shopping center in Charlottesville and is…read moredefinitely a hidden gem. The lady running the store was sweet and welcoming too. They have all sorts of Virginia-styled knick knacks, coasters, mugs, peanuts, etc. I purchased a sturdy tote bag and a super cute coffee mug. Great place for gifts and such.