Amazing dessert creations that are works of art! We went just before closing and received great…read moreservice from a friendly and helpful young woman. The dine-in area is spacious and pleasant. We tried chocolate gelato, an ube chai latte, and an Oreo cheesecake cube. All were delicious!

Rendezvous International Cafe is a quaint cafe in downtown Abingdon, VA. The cafe offers a little…read moreof everything: crepes, breakfast sandwiches, omelettes, coffee, boba, and lots more! When searching for breakfast options in Abingdon, the crepes are what drew my attention! They had sooo many options that I opted for an omelette and a sweet treat. For our beverages, I ordered the Frankenstein special (taro & matcha latte) for myself and a Spanish latte for my husband. The omelette and Spanish latte were delicious! The Frankenstein and Cactus sweet treat could've been better.

Was looking for something different from your typical fast food chain and this place peeked my…read moreinterest. The Grinch themed is so cool. Our server Sidney was AMAZING! We ordered Chai tea, latte, chicken salad sandwich and a kid's burger with fried potatoes. My toddler loved it so much that he asked for us to take the left over home! I also love that this place offer health conscious items on the menu. Check them out!

Inclusive menu that has something for everyone. Definitely took some liberties with the ingredients…read morein my Huevos Rancheros, but I didn't mind. The coffee was slightly above average. Will come back for lunch sometime.

We came in close to closing for a quick snack. Reclaimed older home with a lot of local art-…read morereminded me of restaurants in Charleston. The coffee we had was very good- latte and flat white. They had run out of cold brew. Cinnamon bun was very sweet but good. The gluten free brownie was ok and chocolate chip cookie was airy (interesting) and enjoyed. If we had more time would have liked to have a full lunch.

Great little restaurant with delicious food and a cute, relaxing atmosphere! We had never been here…read morebefore and decided to give it a try. The food was definitely the highlight, and I'll be back to try some of the other menu items. The service, however, could use a little improvement. Our server took a while to come over, and there were several moments where she seemed unsure about the menu. The sign at the door and the menu both said to ask about the grilled cheese of the day. When I asked, she responded in a very perplexed tone, "Umm, I think it's..." -- which was a little surprising since it was already 1 p.m. When she told me what it was, I realized it had meat. I even said, "Oh darn, it has meat on it," since I'm vegetarian, and she just replied, "Yeah." I noticed later that the menu says many items can be modified for vegan and gluten-free diets, so it would have been nice if she had mentioned that the grilled cheese could potentially be customized. I also asked what the soup was, and again she had to stop and think before saying, "I believe it's..." The name/description was unusual, so when we asked her to repeat it, she didn't really explain what it was. I'm still not entirely sure what the soup actually was. I was a server for years, and I completely understand not knowing every little thing, but knowing the daily specials and being able to describe them is pretty important. There was also some confusion about the breakfast menu. I was surprised to learn that grits are available after 11 a.m. on Saturdays. I asked if breakfast was served all day and specifically mentioned that I knew gravy and grits weren't available after 11 based on the menu. She then told me that on Saturdays they are available, which seems like something that could probably be clarified on the menu. Overall, the service wasn't bad, it just felt like it was lacking a little energy and attentiveness. We were never offered or given a refill on our sodas either. That said, the food was DELICIOUS, and the atmosphere is really cute and relaxing. I definitely plan to come back and try more of the menu. Hopefully the service was just an off day, because this little restaurant has a lot going for it!

Had a Birthday dinner here while visiting Abingdon and it seemed a few others had too! Had a…read morebirthday song from the Mayor! Food was overall very good. Our group especially liked the escargot, Brie bread, lamb and fish. The prime rib and crab cake were ok. Salad dressing I had the garlic Parmesan deserved a shout out too. There were unique cocktails and mocktails. Good service in a unique setting that I can recommend.

Not good for large groups- waiter had bad attitude - too bad - Interesting historical tavern -…read morejust get a drink and move on. Weiner schnitzel was tough and chewy.... steak was not quality - the salmon was good and crab cakes were good. I had high hopes - maybe next with a small group.

I really enjoyed this restaurant. I was in town on business and had gone to the pickled spoon or…read moresome other restaurant downtown and I guess they were just too busy to acknowledge a customer and so after about five minutes, I packed up and left and found This little gem of a restaurant. I got a jalapeño mushroom hamburger with curly fries and other than the jalapeños being a little hotter than I anticipated. It was a nice meal.. Clean very attentive, service and price favorable.

I'm only rating this on the sweet tea. We were driving down the interstate and we wanted tea....we…read moreare southerners. I had typed in sweet tea and a person had commented they had gotten some there. Anyway, I guess I should have asked the price because 3 solo cups of tea were $10. Ok....that was not their fault I didn't ask, but I will say the tea was soured. I didn't try it till we had already left. The restaurant and the staff were very nice. Not one complaint on that.

Damascus Diner -- Damascus, VA…read more I'll admit it--I'm not usually a diner person, and I actually debated driving back to Abingdon for breakfast. But we were staying in a cabin along the Virginia Creeper Trail, and walking the trail into town for a traditional Southern breakfast sounded like the more authentic mountain-town experience. I'm so glad we did. The portions were huge, the prices were incredibly reasonable, and everything we tried was good. My husband ordered "The Hog"--2 eggs, country potatoes, sausage, bacon and pork loin. The sausage was his favorite of the meats. I had the Mt. Rogers with 3 eggs, hash brown casserole, and upgraded to the 8-oz sirloin. Both meals came with toast or a biscuit, grits, and peppered sausage gravy. They were out of biscuits, so we had white and sourdough toast instead, and it was all good. The food was hearty, traditional, and exactly what I was craving. But what really made the experience was the Southern hospitality. The young woman serving and the host were both so kind and cheerful. Sometimes the best travel experiences aren't the trendy places--they're the local spots where you walk in hungry, leave completely stuffed, and feel genuinely welcomed. Damascus Diner was one of those places.

What a wonderful meal we had here! The servers were so friendly and efficient!…read more Hubby had the white fish with cabbage, collards, hush puppies and tots for $16-he ate every last bite! It was tasty. I had the hamburger steak, the lunch portion, $11 with collards and mashed potatoes and I, too, ate every bite! It hit the spot. The food was home cooked style and worth every penny!

Food was very good and service was excellent. My only complaint was the ventilation was horrible…read more We walked out and smelt like fried food and smokey! The decor little out dated. But I would definitely still come back because the food was very good! We got the short rib hand pie, bruleed cast iron, corn bread with apple compost and honey butter. Super tasty. Along with wood fire ribeye demi gloss and crispy potatoes. For dessert had the banana pudding. Great way end meal. Would definitely come back when in the Bristol area.

Exquisite. Sunday dinner was . The salad with guava vinaigrette was so complex but also simple…read more Every bite tasted like a new dish. It's seasonal so go right noww ( I hear the dressing is on the strawberry fields salad!!) The lemon chicken francaise- perfect balance of lemon and cream. Somehow it was light with a cream base- let's just call it magic. I am a happy girl. Run don't walk-- try to get in on a Sunday dinner!

This place gets a five for so many reasons…read more First thing is that everyone that works there is a true delight to speak with. I was staying at a hotel just down the street and our experience was so good, My son and I had breakfast two days in a row here. Not only was Sierra and the team of people working the breakfast counter sweeter than the homemade jam, they were also engaging friendly and so kind to my son and me. Let's talk about the food. The homemade bread, perfectly cooked eggs, homemade local sausage, fresh local breads from the bakery around the corner, which I believe was Stick Figure or something like that, and probably the best pancake I've had in years. If you love breakfast- and I do not... you are not to miss this place. I must say that this May has turned me into a breakfast lover. Just a note, you'll probably wait an hour for a table... But the breakfast counter and community table are towards the back Thank you all! Hope to see you soon

This was an amazing experience. Came in hungry and left happy and full. Everyone was nice and the…read moreplace was clean. Perfect for friends family and coworkers! Thank you

Both times I've come here I've been impressed. The environment is 10/10, the food was 10/10, (Leah)…read moreour server was 10/10, and luckily for me, my company was also 10/10. I'd recommend to anybody in the area

This is an early stages luxury resort that is hitting full stride in 2026 having opened in 2022 and…read morerecently awarded 4 stars by Forbes. The main building is a lovely and spacious modern inn that balances comfort and traditional elements with open and wide modern floor plans and bright spaces in a pleasing way while retaining the cozy fireplace experiences of more traditional settings. A first floor outdoor veranda opposite the main entrance stretches the length of the main building overlooking the well groomed hillside vineyards and a stocked, picturesque fishing pond. The hillside stretches up the horizon and with the westward facing veranda, offers stunning sunset views along with wine service. Below is a patio off the main restaurant and bar offering even more seating around fire pits with couches and Adirondack chairs with appetizer and drinks available for the bar/restaurant. We toured a king 2 room suite with a large sitting area separated from an equally large and well appointed sleeping area with a private large balcony that also faced the western sunset over the vineyards. The rooms were described as more akin to an apartment whereas the 9 onsite yurts accommodations were described more akin to a condo, described as pet friendly and a quiet community. Behind the yurts is a large barn structure that serves as a tasting room with an outdoor seating area with Edison lights strung around the overhang creating a warm space to enjoy the vineyards end production, currently nine wine vintages. Beside the main building are two much larger shaped yurt structures housing a full fitness center and a spa as will as an outdoor pool. We dined at Hickory for dinner and enjoyed their farm to table, Appalachia oriented menus. That will be a separate review but it hits 10/10 for hospitality, service, presentation and food excellence. We plan a fall trip for an overnight stay when the vineyards come in just before harvest to get the full experience! Also, we initially had a glass of their Chardonnay and being pleased with this, we opted to enjoy a bottle with dinner even though the wine list had equally excellent choices from familiar vineyards. This is highly recommended!

I don't get it. This place is great. Great food for a great price. It amazes me when people eat…read moreelsewhere and the food is subpar and expensive. This little place is wonderful. Wake up Abingdon to a gem.

Tiny place that can appear deceiving! Food is amazing. I've eaten here three times - breakfast and…read morelunch - and its always great!