My daughter and her dad, and I, ate an early dinner at Grass Rootes Saturday afternoon…read more We were seated quickly and with a smile. Appetizer: lamb lollipops (3), delicious. Very tender. Entrees: daughter-bacon cheeseburger w/fries. Her dad- 1 lb of Cajun Shrimp. Me. Southwest Salad with a big Salmon added for extra $10. It was worth it and we all agreed, I scored the best dish at the table. It was delicious! (Said everyone). The waitresses were very attentive. So much so, we had 3 different waitresses asking for our order once already ordered. 3 waitresses asking do we need anything else. 3 waitresses asking if we're good. After we paid, another waitress came over and asked us if we were ready to pay. We dismissed the confusion and waved off all the drama but really, though, every waitress who addressed us everytime, was a Lot, all of those women, everytime, had smiles on their faces and were happy that we were good to go. We did enjoy our time there. Food was great.

Stopped by Grass Rootes on a Friday afternoon and everything we had was really great!…read more We started with the antipasto board to share which was a great blend of cheeses and a couple meats. The pickled(?) carrots were a great touch! I had a bowl of the chicken tortilla soup of the day along with the Caesar salad. I loved the salad's bread crumbs. I'm pretty sure they were made from rosemary bread, and that crunch was amazing! My mom got the Reuben special and said it was delicious, too. Definitely a solid spot if you're looking for a great lunch around town. Can't wait to go back for dinner soon.

Wonderful restaurant where simple dishes are expertly prepared. First attracted by the name - now…read moreall of our out of town guests know about the wonderful restaurant hosted by John and Connie. When we are traveling the NoVA area and people find out we are from Culpeper, invariably they ask if we have eaten at 'Thyme'? Do I have to say more? Atmosphere is charming, service is top notch, and the food is lovingly prepared. If you don't save room for dessert make sure to take some home with you - you will not be disappointed. Thank you John, Connie, and staff for the wonderful experience!

It's About Thyme is a great lunch and dinner spot in downtown Culpeper Va. We stopped in on a…read moreSaturday while traveling from home to Alexandria Va. It's a bit dark but cozy and it's decorated like a French bistro. The menu has something for everyone from salads to pot pies. I went with a beef pot pie with the side salad. It was delicious. They have a small wine and beer menu but I went with a fresh squeezed lemonade. It had just the right blend of tart and sweet. The service was prompt and courteous. It was a great place to grab lunch.

As a commuter through the state of Virginia, I easily could have stopped at one of innumerable NOVA…read morerestaurants, or in Charlottesville, but I determined that this place in relatively rural Culpepper was worth a shot. The owners have a separate Thai restaurant downtown; this noodle-focused pan-Asian place is newer. I tried to manage expectations, but was impressed in every respect. The brick corner building has received an interesting buildout and Bose speakers trumpet mood music. The menu is broad and includes some vegan options. I ordered some dumplings, which I wouldn't have done if I'd known how huge the entree would be, but the dumplings were excellently presented with vegetable garnish and I ate them quickly. They offer a series of tropical fruit drinks, and I got one with longan, which is a little like lychee; the beverage came in its own bottle and had several whole longan fruits in it and was sweet and strongly flavored. Despite the strong start, I still expected less from my ramen that what I ultimately got. Even a good premium ramen bowl rarely has the beautiful array of vegetable toppings I got here, including pickled ginger, kimchi, mushrooms, corn, and bok choy. Ample tofu was provided for protein and the noodles were of a green kale-infused variety. I was offered dried pepper for seasoning and a spice tray if I needed it, but the thought barely occurred to me. It was an enormous bowl and I ended up taking some of it to go. I was easily going to give them the five stars even before they offered me a complimentary dessert that was a little bit like a sticky mochi. The one thing I'd ask is that they label the menu a bit more clearly as I got the sense that a lot of the general Thai dishes could be vegan but it wasn't as clear as I would have liked it to be. But the quality and variety of flavors was as good as I could possibly ask for.

So delicious! Service is great. The atmosphere is relaxing…read more This place blows away all other places that I thought were great out of the water!

The food items are more creative and the ones I have tried are very good. Service is great. Indoor…read moreand outdoor seating is nice!!!

We stopped by Grill 309 for breakfast after a soccer game and arrived around 10:30 a.m. It wasn't…read morevery busy at all, so the three of us were seated in a booth right away. We all ordered the French toast breakfast, which was only $7, and honestly, for the amount of food you get, that's a great deal. First of all, the French toast portion was HUGE. Definitely come hungry! It was really good, and the sausage was probably my favorite part of the meal. It was that old-school, ground sausage formed into patties, and the flavor was so nostalgic. It immediately reminded me of the kind of sausage my grandmother used to make. The only real miss for me was the potatoes. I appreciated that they were actual hand-cut potatoes instead of the frozen cubes you sometimes get at restaurants, but they had absolutely no seasoning. Even just some salt and pepper would have helped, although onions and green peppers would have made them even better. Without ketchup, I honestly wouldn't have eaten them. I also had a peach mimosa, which was delicious and refreshing. Rachel, our server, was great. She was attentive without hovering and offered suggestions and recommendations, which I always appreciate. Overall, Grill 309 was a nice breakfast spot with generous portions, really good food, and especially good value for the price. It didn't quite blow my socks off enough for five stars, but I definitely enjoyed the experience and would give it a solid 4 stars.

Nothing but good things to say about Albana's!! Food was delicious! They always have a packed house…read moreat lunch but service was still great!

Phenomenal greek food and atmosphere and a very friendly staff. Had the gyro and baklava, both made…read moreperfectly. The tzatziki sauce with the warm pita was amazing too.

I pulled over on a cross-state trip to this modest rail town, and found a more diverse selection of…read morecuisine than I expected. This Indian place is in a pretty old building, but it is pleasantly decorated inside. I ordered a solid two meals, getting a samosa chaat which was very minty, a malai kofta which delivered just the right hint of kick at medium spicy, and a bread on the side that tasted fresh. My chai was worthwhile as well. The biggest thing I had against them is that I immediately felt parched after dining, and while all restaurants probably use more salt than they should, this one needs to dial it back a bit. I got two meals out of this order, which was okay by me. The menu did mark a minority of items for vegan and gluten-free concerns.

A lovely restaurant in downtown Culpeper. We confirmed with the owners the meat is halal. This is…read moreprobably the best south asian food you will find for miles. We went on two occasions and tried the garlic naan, channa masala, daals, chicken tikka masala and goat curries. The thali was super good with the tandoori chicken. The only adjustment I would make is the gravies are a bit on the thin side so it makes it hard to eat with naan. The curries are also served with rice so if you are eating it with rice it's no issue, but it can be tough with naan. Otherwise great institution we will be back! The owners are sweet and the quality is good. I don't think you can find better south asian food in the area. I'm giving 3 stars simply because I'm south asian and a tough critic and comparing to restaurants in nova as well, but for the Culpeper/Central VA area it's def 4 stars.

Finally checked out Pinto Thai downtown, and I totally get the hype now…read more We ordered an array of different dishes to try and honestly everything we tried was so good. It is so nice having options like this right in town. If you've been meaning to try it or haven't been in a while, this is your sign to go!

Absolutely my favorite Thai place in all of Virginia. The Wasabi dumplings are worth the trip…read morealone. Save room for the sherbet at the end of the meal. Service is good and they even have robots bring you the food. You can spend hours finding something new in their decor. Wife and I can't wait to go back!

Located on the 2nd floor above a bookshop, Miss Minerva's sets the stage for afternoon tea with an…read moreold Hollywood Art Deco vibe. The menu reflects this with sandwiches and salads named for the likes of Bogart and Hepburn as well as afternoon tea options ranging from the Wonka Chocolate Tea to a classic afternoon tea and seasonal tea featuring soup and salad. We tried both the Wonka tea and the classic tea. The Wonka tea was a winner with its range of chocolate goodies, ranging from chocolate covered strawberries to a truly excellent slice of chocolate cake (that was also featured in the classic tea) right down to a solid chocolate spoon for stirring the chocolate flavored tea (you could also opt for hot chocolate instead of the tea). The classic tea was a bit more uneven, with the chicken salad sandwich and an unusual sweet potato sandwich featuring bacon jam and pepper jelly being quite good, while the thick sliced radish and cucumber sandwiches could do with refining of presentation (nobody really likes a thick slab of radish with the skin left on) and more flavor. Even a little extra salt would help. There are many varieties of tea to choose from for your classic tea and they were uniformly excellent. Service is leisurely, allowing time to relax and socialize, which is, after all, the point of afternoon tea. We never felt rushed and service was unobtrusive but professional. Our server quickly provided additional hot water for the pots and generally made us feel welcomed and well cared for. Overall, a very pleasant experience.

This was a cute place, I like the experience and the view from the tea room itself was nice. Our…read moreserver was very nice and attentive. We were the first of the day so we got our items relatively quickly, but the room filled up pretty fast, so I would probably recommend a reservation. We got the tea for two, and I was impressed with the sandwiches and churros. The other desserts on the tray I was less impressed with, a little dry and felt a day or two old. The tea was great.

Yelp has yet to change the name of this restaurant. I put it in as HFR Contemporary Kitchen and Bar…read morebut probably because I entered their website they called it Happy Family Ranch. *FYI so you know what to look for.

Return visit this time for lunch , enjoyed eating outside. Service was very attentive. They bring…read moreyou a complimentary tasting small homemade tortilla filled with pork - the presentation was a 5 star restaurant. It was delicious! Loved my Apple Walnut salad it delightful with apples cinnamon and feta. Hamburger was topped with shrimped - it melted in mouth - what a difference farm to table. The shrimp marinated in lime was amazing with a both " ceviche" style shrimp were numerous large and fresh. Tacos Bria as enough to share 2 sauces came with them but no dipping sauce. Seared Tuna appetizer was large enough to be a meal . It was so tender ! Finished with Flan yummy and smooth and large cut to share . A gem in the hiding. Check it out as it just say HFR. I told them they need better signs!

Great atmosphere, food and service. Just looking at the menu from the sidewalk when a couple…read morestrongly recommended this restaurant to us. We followed their advice and weren't disappointed. Lamb gyro bowl was delicious. Portion size was good. Price was fair. Service was very good. There's a full bar with a bunch of draft beer choices too. Restaurant atmosphere was pleasant.

Came for a late lunch during the Mardi Gras festival... thought this place would be much…read morebetter...they are only serving their speciality menu with an all Mardi Gras themed menu. The place was busy but not packed and once they cleared the table our large party was sat quickly. The service was ok at best... our server was rather inattentive. We had to ask for silverware, plates, and napkins. We placed drink orders and an entree order as soon as we sat as one in the party hadn't eaten.... Fifteen mins later we put orders in for appetizer and everything was just slow. I'm just now posting this as it was stuck in my draft box from last year... maybe it's gotten better but who knows; we'll skip it if we're in the area again.