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Barrelhouse at Sandy River Distillery

4.6 (7 reviews)
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Everything was excellent. Food, service and atmosphere. The prosciutto and arugula pizza was fire! 10/10 recommend!!

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Catbird Rooftop Terrace - Un-bussed table for an hour. Cocktails watered down and long finished.. never bussed. Salad plates... Never bussed.

Catbird Rooftop Terrace

4.3(26 reviews)
4.7 mi
•$$

See pics for context!! Not a soul up on the rooftop and 3…read morewaitresses for the area. Our waitress was untrained, super busy visiting her friend the entire time and unable to handle any request. Menu says wings come with a choice of two sauces (ranch, honey mustard, blue cheese, hot honey). We ordered the wings with ranch and blue cheese. The wings came with just ranch and so we asked the waitress. Hey we asked for the ranch and blue cheese. She said we don't carry blue cheese. We said, it says it on the menu. She said, I know it does, but we don't carry it. (hold that thought it gets funnier later ) My mom got a salad that came with balsamic dressing. She asked for olive oil and vinegar and waitress said the only dressing choice besides balsamic was ranch. I got the wedge salad with... guess what.... blue cheese dressing which actually came on it so they do in fact, have blue cheese dressing So then one of the other waitresses from the behind the bar came over to check on us and I said we ordered the wings with blue cheese and ranch, but we only got ranch. And she said OK I'll get you some blue cheese. And I said also do you have olive oil and vinegar. She said yes I'll get you some olive oil and vinegar. Both things that we had asked our original waitress, who continues to be visiting with her friend and taking selfies with her friend and had said these items were unavailable available. So the attentive waitress comes back, not with oil and vinegar, but with a dressing container, full of just olive oil ‍, and not a dressing container with blue cheese dressing, but a dressing container full of just blue cheese crumbles‍. OK, we are going to deal with that. I mean, blue cheese crumbles are great, but they were a little hard to dip your wings into!!. So we asked that waitress for an extra ranch which she immediately brings and we put the blue cheese crumbles into one of the ranches and basically make our own blue cheese dressing. Problem solved. (except for the olive oil and vinegar situation which we just dropped at this point.) Our original waitress never bussed our table for over an hour. We had long finished our cocktails, and they were obviously watered down and done, and we had moved onto a bottle of wine. (I had to go up to the bar and order a bottle of wine myself because again she was clearly at work for other reasons besides actually doing work). Long after we were halfway through the bottle of wine she swaggered over and asked if we needed anything which at that point the only thing we needed was a clean table, but we chose not to ask her for it at that time. So this is the Farmville plague. We have places that have potentially good food, have a nice venue, in this case, a fantastic view, but management continues to hire Longwood students who have no experience in the food, industry, or even any personal experience of nicer dining themselves. And there's no manager watching what these kids are doing and guiding them. We see this over and over again in Farmville where the restaurant has potential, but they just won't train their waitresses. Un-bussed table for the duration of our stay. Incorrect information about what dressings they do and don't have. Lackadaisical attitude about getting us anything outside of what she could punch into the computer straight off the menu. And as seen in the pictures, getting paid by the hour to socialize with her buddy. A real shame for such a beautiful rooftop bar that actually has good food

We stopped in for a drink and a snack and had a really nice time. The waitstaff were wonderful and…read morethe view is magnificent. The seasonal cocktails that we tried were very nice and refreshing. We also had a dip trio platter for a snack that was quite good. There is a feta cheese blend on it that is heavy on the garlic but yummy( make sure anyone you want to be within 10 feet of has some too). Keep in mind it is an open rooftop so very weather dependent. Definitely will try this place for dinner in the future.

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Catbird Rooftop Terrace - Un-bussed table for an hour. Cocktails that were done and watered down were never removed from the table. Still there when we left.

Un-bussed table for an hour. Cocktails that were done and watered down were never removed from the table. Still there when we left.

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Buggs Island Brewing Company - Buggs Island Lake View

Buggs Island Brewing Company

4.4(62 reviews)
45.1 mi
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Always a great stop for food, drinks and a view. A nice way to spend an afternoon. The service is…read morenice, the food good and drinks tasty. A nice stop if you're in the area.

Came here on a Saturday afternoon a little before one. We ordered our beer but needed to be put on…read morea list to be paged to even order food. I've never experienced this before but was happy that we at least got our beer. My husband ordered an IPA and I got a flight (per usual!) I had looked at the website prior and while they list their flagship beers, they do not have a list of their seasonal offerings until you get into the brewery. I must say that I was much more impressed with the selection once we got there. We went outside to sit (it was a BEAUTIFUL day!) and were lucky enough to get a seat in the shade. The view was absolutely spectacular. If you love Buggs Island Lake (or Kerr Lake as this North Carolinian calls it), you will love this view. It's honestly the best part of this place. You can plenty of water, the bridge coming into Clarksville, and the train trestle. I must point out that you couldn't go wrong sitting inside in the AC either. It's decorated very nicely! We finally got notified that we were now able to order our food. We went to the window and let them know what we wanted. We were then given another buzzer that would let us know when our food was ready. (I'm a bit baffled by this process to be honest.) We ordered another beer. My favorite was the S'mores Porter (this was a seasonal option). Very tasty and VERY reminiscent of a S'more. My husband really enjoyed the Hazy Lake Day IPA. Our food was ready in the middle of our second beer. I got the smash burger and the hubs got the catfish bites. My smash burger was pretty good but the fries were just okay...they were not crispy...at all. Very floppy. They were warm though so at least that. The real star was the catfish. Cooked and seasoned perfectly, it was delicious. We also got some pimento cheese to go. It came with 2 packets of Stacy's Pita chips but I thought it was a little pricey for $8. Overall I was satisfied with the food, I will just try a different side next time. When it came time to close our tab, it asked if we wanted to tip, 18, 20, or 25% on our total bill. I only tipped on the beer since I had to get up to order my food and then go retrieve it myself as well...I did not mind doing that, I just don't think that's a procedure worth tipping. All of the bartenders were very pleasant. This really was a wonderful afternoon with friends. I probably won't come during the summer since I imagine it being crowded, but I will definitely return in the fall or next spring. I wanted to purchase a pint glass but they didn't have them. They only had the 5 oz flight glasses. Hopefully they will get some in the future! Ps. They do have a designated parking lot but it seems to get full fast. Not sure if you're allowed to park at the hotel next door or not!

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Buggs Island Brewing Company
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Hidden Wit Brewing Company - French Onion Seafood Dip!

Hidden Wit Brewing Company

4.1(54 reviews)
30.7 mi
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In my opinion the Burgers are the best. Individually prepared, choose I of 3 sides. Great beer…read moreselection, my favorite is #11. Lilly is the best server, a Very thoughtful and friendly. Good service. Thanks!

If you're not stopping at Hidden Wit Brewing Co., you're doing life wrong. This place is an…read moreabsolute gem, and quite literally the best brewery food I've ever had the pleasure of inhaling. Let's start with the food, because yes--we came for the beer, but STAYED for the grilled cheese from heaven. I ordered the adult grilled cheese and it was everything: garlic, bacon, mozzarella, provolone, cheddar... all hugged by golden, homemade sourdough. Fries on the side, beer cheese as my bonus dip (no shame in my cheese game), and you bet I dunked every bite. No regrets. Game. Changed. My boyfriend got their version of a Philly cheesesteak, and it was fully loaded, with extra cheese baked on top like a beautiful gooey crown. Let's just say neither plate stood a chance--food coma unlocked. Now to the beer--small but mighty selection. I fell in love with the Inner Vixen Strawberry Blonde--crisp, clean, with just the right kiss of strawberry. My boyfriend was all about the Moseley Sands NE IPA, and we both obsessed over the branding of the Tod & Copper Red Ale (yes, like The Fox and the Hound and yes, it was adorable and totally drinkable). Now for the service--truly as impressive as the food. We were warmly welcomed by a friendly pair of hostesses, and there seemed to be staff everywhere, all happily helping out across the floor. We sat at a high-top near the bar and were looked after by two bartenders who were attentive, polite, and genuinely friendly. Waters stayed full, orders came quickly, and we never had to flag anyone down. That kind of attentive service just adds to the whole experience and kept the good vibes flowing from start to finish. The space is huge--two big indoor areas, a spacious bar, and a massive outdoor setup that screams live music, events, weddings, you name it. It's family-friendly too, and you can just tell this place is a local favorite with serious soul. We randomly stopped here on a road trip and now I'm scheming how to get back to the Richmond area just for another grilled cheese-beer-cheesesteak moment. Hidden Wit, you are anything but hidden now... because I will be telling EVERYONE.

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River District Social - Side Salad

River District Social

4.2(39 reviews)
74.5 mi

I had work travel this week to Pittsylvania County, VA. This is my 1st Danville, VA or even…read morePittsylvania County Yelp review. I'm writing this while back in Danville for my work travel specifically today Thursday, September 10. My girlfriend & I made more of a vacation out of this from Sunday, 9/6 to Sunday, 9/13. We spent one night at an old friend of mine in Raleigh, NC and got to her parent's Smith Mountain Lake house in Franklin County on Monday night. We drove through Danville on Monday evening. I wanted BBQ or southern, but it was Labor Day & some places were closed on Monday anyway. We drove by Ka Cafe, and they were closed. We didn't want to waste much time looking for another restaurant or drive that far as we were hungry. We saw River District had good reviews and just went with that. It's a huge brick building looked like an old industrial building in the past. I parallel parked behind someone else, but there were also plenty of spots in their parking lot. We were confused as we saw 2 entrances, but we followed another customer in. We asked the friendly host about the 2 entrances, and he said I'll show you. The left entrance we went in was by the standard bar area with a mix of high top tables, booths, & the bar itself. The right side had another bar with bar seating, bowling alley, & games. We chose the standard one as we figured the other side seemed like it could get hectic. I also asked him if they had any specialties like southern foods, and he said it's more of standard burgers, sandwiches, & wings. Although I had my heart set on southern food or BBQ, I settled as we were hungry and didn't want to waste more time. Our server was very nice and efficient. I saw that their specialties were starred on their menu. I asked her recommendations too. Per the stars, her recommendation, & my gut I went with the hot honey chicken sandwich fried and upgraded to sweet potato fries for $2 more. My girlfriend was craving a standard burger & got the standard fries. Wow, excellent hot honey chicken & sweet potato fries. The bun was nicely buttered for extra flavoring. I tried a bite of my g/f fries & she tried my sweet potato. We liked on own more. Likewise, a bite of her burger, which I could tell was good quality, but I liked my hot honey chicken more. And she thought mine was good but liked her burger more. She came around to check on us a few times, getting water refills. My girlfriend & I had a discussion of another restaurant we were just at 2 days earlier relatively close to home in Maryland. She said I bet she asks if we want dessert or need anything else before slapping the bill down, which the MD restaurant did. Server came around to ask if we needed anything else, which we said no. Then, she came back with the bill and went above & beyond asking if we wanted to go cups of water. Perhaps, we could tell we were travelers as we didn't have a southern accent and wanted to provide southern hospitality, which we don't really get back home in MD. Restaurant & restroom was also clean. Overall, this was an excellent choice as both host & server was friendly and great food!

Came in on a Tuesday night with my best friend for the $5 burger deal, which is a solid start. Just…read moreknow you are getting their standard burger with lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, and fries. Simple and classic. We both made a few tweaks. She skipped the onions, added ketchup and mustard, and got a side salad. I kept mine simple with no ketchup or mustard. Food came out fast. Appetizer and burgers hit the table in just over five minutes, which was impressive. The burgers were good. Not over the top, but juicy and worth the price. The only miss was the bun. It was cold and could have used a quick toast or at least some heat. The house salad was fresh with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, cheese, and croutons. I tried to swap my fries for sweet potato fries and ended up getting both, so no complaints there. Just know the sweet potato fries count as extra. Fries came out hot and stayed hot. The sweet potato fries had a nice balance, not soggy, not too hard. The corn fritters were the standout. Crispy on the outside, soft and sweet inside. Service from Amber or Shannon was great. Attentive, friendly, and helpful. The only slowdown came at the end. It took longer to get the check than it did to receive the food. The space is in a reclaimed industrial building with exposed brick and high ceilings. Very large and open with plenty of room for groups and events. There is a main dining area, a busy bar, and a separate section with bowling lanes. The crowd was mixed. Families, couples, groups, people at the bar, even a few on laptops. Plenty of TVs and music, but it stays at a manageable level. Accessibility is decent with a lift available. Parking is nearby street or lot parking. Overall, a fun, casual place with strong value, especially on Tuesday nights. Must order: Corn fritters Heads up: Buns may come out cold and sweet potato fries are an extra

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