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    4.5 (88 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Tasso Ham Sandwich w/ side salad (only half, forgot to snag a picture)
    Jordan C.

    I've heard so many great things about The Wine Lab for many years now, but have never come until tonight! Came here with my mom on a Friday night with no reservation. It wasn't too busy, but you can make reservations via their website. The ambiance is really nice and not too upscale. It is comfortable and provides for a nice dining experience. The service was decent, a little slow, but it was still attentive. Our server was very nice. The food is presented well, with aesthetic elements to it. We started with the dip plate where you can choose 3 dips out of their selection. It is served with warm pitas, pretzel chips, and crackers. We opted for the house made pimento cheese, black garlic whipped feta, and smoked trout. All three were really satisfying, with bold flavors. The pimento was really good and worked nicely with the pretzel chips. Their whipped feta is different compared to other whipped fetas we've had. The texture is more similar to a mousse and the garlic was strong, but not overpowering. It was really good and was my mom's favorite of the three! The smoked trout wasn't disappointing either. It had a smokiness to it with notes of dill. Next was the adventurous board which included grilled halloumi, cambozola blue cheese, duck rillette, speck, and accoutrements. This was a great charcuterie board and we both enjoyed pairing the various elements of the board with each other. The apricot jam and berry-like jam worked best with the cambozola blue cheese. The saltiness of the speck paired nicely with the mustard and dull flavors of the halloumi. The duck rillette was really great, with a nice fattiness to it, providing a lot of flavor. The accoutrements were also great, really enjoyed the bread (which was served warm), the Marcona almonds, and the pickled veggies! I had the spicy Tasso ham sandwich, which was unexpectedly really, really tasty. The sandwich was served warm and included copious amounts of Tasso hand, cheese blend, caramelized onion, and hot honey on focaccia. The Tasso ham is definitely a more elevated type of ham with a richer, smokier flavor. The melted cheese blend and caramelized onions were really yummy, but the honey ultimately tied all the flavors together! I really, really loved the hot honey and it worked perfectly with the flavors of the Tasso ham. I also appreciated that it was served warm. This was definitely a step up from your regular ham and cheese! Overall, the Wine Lab is a nice establishment here in Blacksburg. Blacksburg definitely lacks in the food scene, but the Wine Lab is one of the better options available around! The atmosphere is nice and the restaurant is clean. The charcuterie was presented nicely and the various components of the board worked well together. All three dips were satisfying and very different from one another. My ham sandwich was super tasty, with bold, complimenting flavors. We enjoyed our meal here and agreed it was one of the better places to eat in Blacksburg, look forward to returning!

    So many great wines and small plates to choose from
    Jacinta J.

    Such a cute wine bar and perfect setting ! While in Radford on a business trip me and a colleague decided to grab a bite to eat and enjoy some wine. We arrived around 6pm on a Wednesday night (wine down Wednesday) and we ended up enjoying 4 flights and two glasses of wine with a charcuterie board. Needless to say we had an amazing time and the best atmosphere with wonderful service and absolutely great wine. I normally can't find a rose' I like and the two I tried in my wine flights were delicious. I will always make my way back here when I am in town. Oh and did I mention the wine is served in little "lab" glass beakers sooooo cute !

    Baked Brie, Bang Bang Brussels Sprouts
    Erica Y.

    Wow! Dining at the Blacksburg Wine Lab was a full circle moment for me and my boyfriend. When we met freshman year, it was through John Boyer's class. Fast forward four years and we decided to dine at the professor's restaurant as our last meal before officially moving out of Blacksburg, post-graduation. The service was excellent and we were seated quickly. As someone who loves sweet wine, I made sure to tell my waitress that and she offered a wonderful recommendation -- "Slightly Sweet Flight." There was such much variety in the flight and all of the wines tasted delicious. Super adorable beaker glasses too! For food, we ordered two starters -- the baked Brie and Bang Bang Brussels Sprouts. From my knowledge, the menu rotates monthly. I would really suggest these two items if you're having a date night. They filled us up pretty well! Side note: a kind waiter brought a whole extra plate of crackers for us because he dropped a single one on the ground. The service is amazing here and they really care. For dessert, we ended the night with their flourless chocolate cake. If I were to return, I'd definitely order two instead of sharing one -- it was SO delicious! Next time we're in Blacksburg, I hope to eat here again.

    Food that you can take with you - they also have a full kitchen w munchies soup salad sandwiches
    Lisa H.

    Awesome selection of wines from around the world - I live in Napa and the selection at this place is better than what you can find anywhere around Napa. Affordable and very good food!

    Aditi S.

    First time coming here during my visit to Blacksburg! Such a cute place, great ambience, and so many wine options! We got the New World Flight with 2 reds and 1 white wine, and they all tasted amazing! Not too sweet, more on the dry side, very flavorful. I'm not a huge red wine person, but these tastes great! Can't wait to come back!

    More charcuterie
    Nicola M.

    We have been here a couple of times, and really enjoyed it. The ambiance is awesome. I love that you can build your own charcuterie or use one of their preselected boards. Lots of wine and wine flight options, their cocktail options are limited. I deducted a star because one of the waiters who brought our food TOUCHED our food, on purpose. He picked up the duck and rubbed it between his fingers to assess texture and said yes, that's the smoked duck. Pate was great, and my friend enjoyed two different smoked tinned fish options. Besides touching our food, everything was awesome on both occasions. They also have a nice outside eating area.

    a cheese board with a variety of cheeses
    Jamie B.

    Lauren's lost her tan and her happiness. Quiet here at The Blacksburg Wine Lab, she knows the staff here. She knows the entire town, having spent so much time in quaint Appalachia, kissing boys in parked cars, drinking wine in drab carpeted apartments. It's beautiful here. A warm wheel of brie. Some jam. Lauren's heels are scrubbed smooth and she's washed out like an artist spilled white wash all over her. She needs sun and orders a flight of wine that would pair well with turkey and stuffing. We toast a glass. Things are escalating between us and we've come here to celebrate. There's not many places to have a wheel of brie and good wine. The Wine Lab stands alone in that sense. I tell Lauren that I can relate to the Blacksburg Wine Lab, that I'm one of a kind in my surroundings. She asks me what I'll do when I return to New York and whether Mr. King will continue investing in me. As my main benefactor, I've had countless glasses of wine with him. Many as good as the rare varietals here. I'm impressed. But, truly, I'm not hard to impress. Not like Mr. King. I spoon a glob of warm cheese onto some fancy cracker and say, "I'm afraid of what he'll ask of me." All success comes at a cost. The first fleet of paintings made me feel indebted to him. And for what? A hundred k? It's almost gone. "He has a habit of massaging my shoulders every time we're out to dinner," I say. Lauren is quiet. It's almost as if she wants me to sell myself completely. Or maybe she's just like Mr. King. Using me, a young and handsome boy to validate her out at dinner. But these days no one will admit their licentious side, their animal nature. It's as if they're above it and yet, they'd happily eat their own. The few brave willing to admit their follies get buried, and this is where I lie. It's why I'm on the brink of being vanished by the art scene in NY. Continuing to massage Mr. King's ego, dating Lauren, and parading my minority status is keeping my career afloat. Lauren sat in classrooms absorbing lectures about great heroes of western art history being shameful examples of sexual oppression. Yves Klein. Kerouac. The Blues Brothers, etc. Men who drank wine and tore themselves open, emptying themselves of paint and folly. I reckon they'd delight in a warm wheel of brie. Dip their fingers in Blacksburg Wine Lab delicate glasses and place burgundy drops on their tongues. Would the great artists of yore enjoy it here? I look at Lauren and sip my wine. Whom could be unhappy here is beyond me. Though it turns out that many things are.

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    Fantastic place. Wine, beer and cider were great. Food was fantastic. Had the charcuterie and brie. Ask for Chloe - she is MARVELOUS!

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    Nice, hidden gem in Blacksburg that we thoroughly enjoyed for a light dinner alternative.

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    Amazing! Service is excellent and amazed with the bar tenders. We are from California and were amazed at the wine list.

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    Great ambiance, food, and service. Cheese boards compliment the wine selections. Nice outside dining.

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    Not Your Mama's Pasta - Carbonara

    Not Your Mama's Pasta

    4.5(17 reviews)
    0.6 mi

    Wow! This place knows how to make some pasta. I have ordered from here several times and have been…read moremore than satisfied each time. Not Your Mama's Pasta started out at the Blacksburg Farmers Market and ended up opening a brick and mortar store due to their popularity. They offer Roman styled pizzas and handmade pastas. The eatery is located in downtown Blacksburg and parking could be tricky. The size of the restaurant is also not super large, so keep that in mind. I do appreciate the ambiance of the interior though. The service is always quick and very friendly as well! Their Roman styled pizzas are decent, but the pasta is definitely the star of the show here! Roman pizza uses fermented dough, making the texture more like a focaccia. However, it isn't the same as a Sicilian styled pizza. The pizza isn't the best Roman pizza I've had, but it ins't bad at all. Now the pasta is the real star of the show here! All of their pasta is handmade with local ingredients and ingredients imported from Italy. The quality of the ingredients really enhances the flavors of their dishes. The pasta is quite rich, the noodles are cooked al dante, and the sauces burst with flavors. I have ordered several pasta dishes including the Cacio e Pepe, Pistachio Cacio e Pepe, and the Carbonara. All three were absolutely amazing! The Cacio e Pepe includes pecorino and black pepper, with a luscious, creamy sauce. The Pistachio Cacio e Pepe includes pecorino, black pepper, and pistachios that are blended into the sauce. This too is a very good dish, full of great flavor. The Carbonara was my favorite with bacon, egg yolk, pecorino, and black pepper. This dish was rich and heavier, but in the best way. There were ample amounts of bacon, balanced out with the egg yolk and tangy cheese. I would recommend any of their pasta dishes any day of the week! Overall, Not Your Mama's Pasta is a wonderful establishment here in Blacksburg. They offer a nice variety of authentic Italian dishes ranging from pastas to Roman pizzas. I have not been disappointed with anything I have ordered from here. Everything is made with high quality ingredients too. I really enjoy ordering from here and look forward to returning!

    This is the only place in the area that serves real, authentic, pasta. I got the carbonara and it…read morewas absolutely delicious and my partner got the pizza, which was a little overcooked but still tasty. I like the decor inside, but the service wasn't the greatest. However, it was quite crowded when we went, so it's very understandable.

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    Not Your Mama's Pasta - Carbonara pizza was TO DIE FOR!!!! So good!!!

    Carbonara pizza was TO DIE FOR!!!! So good!!!

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    Cacio e pepe

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    Zeppolli's - Their spinach artichoke dip

    Zeppolli's

    3.5(188 reviews)
    0.6 mi
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    Locally owned. In years past one of our favorites in Blacksburg. Italian cuisine only. No pizza…read more Very satisfying Italian salads. Main dishes were steaming hot and freshly prepared. Not overly busy on a Sunday evening, so service was attentive. Prices were reasonable. Reservations are available but were not needed on the night of our visit. Recommended. Be advised that Blacksburg has an exorbitant sales tax rate of over 11% on restaurant food and beverages. really pushes the bill up no matter where you dine.

    Came here with my son and wife for a recent graduation dinner. Totally packed as expected, but were…read moreseated at our reservation time. The restaurant is in a strip mall area near VT campus, with an outdoor/parking lot patio and two wings of seating on either side of the entrance. The graduation menu was a limited, but good selection of fixed price entrees, apps, salads and desserts. They also had cocktails and a nice selection of wine. The restaurant also doubles as a wine shop. A couple of us had beef cannelloni and one had a sausage and pasta dish, along with a calamari starter and Caesar salads. Calamari was hot fresh and very tender, with a good dipping sauce. Salads were crisp and tangy, with the addition of delicious bread. The baked Cannelloni was superb with a ton of flavor and served piping hot. Tasted like some real love went into it; same with the pasta/sausage dish. Large portions and prices were reasonable were quite reasonable. Finished with some light and airy chocolate mousse. Overall, outstanding service and food, especially when considering the limited options for finer dining in Blacksburg. Only drawback IMO is the quality of the food and service is miles above the ambiance and decor. Could still be rustic, but with some interior color and server dress coordination, would make for a classier dining experience.

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    Zeppolli's - Wine Shop!

    Wine Shop!

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    Wine Tastings Every Other Wednesday!

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    Stave & Cork - Tinker Cliffs-a charcuterie board in panini form. Fig jam, prosciutto, salami & assorted cheeses.

    Stave & Cork

    4.6(14 reviews)
    20.5 mi

    Was back in Roanoke, evaluating some properties and decided to stop by to see if my prior…read moreexperience might be a fluke. The staff here are charming, knowledgeable, warm, and inviting. The wine and food iare superb, and despite how busy they were for a special event they treated everyone cordially and warmly. Clearly one of the best spots to stop at if you happen to be in Salem! And I actually discovered that they make good wine in Lubbock, Texas! Whoda known? Anyone who might be interested the winery in Lubbock is McPherson Winery!.

    On a Sunday afternoon, we wandered in to Stave and Cork to find live music being played…read more The owner was quick to approach us and let us know how thing worked. One key. Was the wine tasting. There are three curated flights available: Virginia, US and International. As we were in the mood for a bottle to go with our food, she allowed us to try a couple to find the perfect pairing. We decided on a Italian white :) Added to the wine, we ordered a small charcuterie platter and the Sharp Top Panini. They thoughtfully split the panini and chips onto two plates for easy sharing. We truly enjoyed this unexpected gem on Main Street. As it is close to I81, I would also recommend it for travelers looking for a lovey place to take a break from the road. Along with the wine, we ordered the small charcuterie platter and Shar

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    Open comfortable atmosphere

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    Hummus plate

    Stave & Cork - The Stave & Cork has two comfortable rooms for customers.

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    The Stave & Cork has two comfortable rooms for customers.

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