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    Flavor On Main

    4.2 (200 reviews)
    ModerateNew American

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Cherry Cola BBQ Ancho Short Ribs
    Sidnie B.

    4.5 Stars!! I thought this place was really good! A nice atmosphere, good service, and good meals all around. I highly recommend their wedge salad! Perfect amount of bleu cheese, bacon, and salad. Their desserts were wonderful (which we normally never order unless our meals were really good!) I would definitely be back again

    Crab Cake Entree
    Dawn A.

    We are so excited that this amazing restaurant opened so close to home. Culpeper is no stranger to great dining establishments, but this restaurant is by far our favorite! The atmosphere is fun and classic with a great 20's theme. You can come here dressed up for a special occasion or dressed down for dinner with friends - either way you fit in! The service is wonderful. The wait staff is very attentive and polite. The drink menu is fun with a lot of unique drinks, but they also have beer/wine for the less adventurous. ;) The food is AMAZING. On our first visit there my husband and I went with friends and shared the calamari and wagu beef sliders for appetizers. Both dishes had great flavor and there was enough to share with our table of 4. For dinner we both had the filet mignon special. Again, great flavor! We left stuffed and very excited for our next visit. My husband surprised me for my birthday and took me here. We had a special four-course, wine-paired meal put together by Garth, the amazing Executive Chef at Flavor on Main. We chose smaller portions so we could thoroughly enjoy every bite and to say we "enjoyed" it would be an understatement. We had a dumpling-style appetizer, bisque, mussels with hand-made pasta, and cheesecake with raspberry sauce for dessert. Each course was paired with a different wine, which I loved and had never experienced before. The food was absolutely, out of this world, AMAZING. Garth is an incredibly talented chef and Culpeper is lucky to have him! Our overall experiences have exceeded our expectations by far and I recommend Flavor on Main to everyone. I promise you will not be disappointed!

    Jonathan F.

    Had my job Christmas party here. Was a good experience. Food tasted good. Place was very decorated, walking down the hall felt like something in the movies like titanic hallways and all. Was cool in a way. We had a guy that played live music for us too, he had his guitar and say songs was very pleasant and peaceful. Had our own mini bar for our party, which was cool. Good time. Servers and staff were very kind and very productive too.

    kale basil pesto pasta topped with chicken
    Jill P.

    Delicious pesto pasta, just missing some spice, but that's probably because I need spice in everything. It was perfectly simple but flavored well! They had very responsive waiters the entire dinner which was nice because our table ordered A LOT. And a classy ambiance all around. Also they have the prettiest and coolest "jitter bug" margarita (not pictured sadly).

    Sidecar- my friend's! 3 of us r racing Kinetic Tri tomorrow!
    Lori W.

    Four of us ate here on July 30. This was our nice dinner before the Culpepper Olympic triathlon which took place today. We got there at 6 PM and had outstanding service! Great menu, and all those cocktails. I so wanted one but I don't drink any alcohol about 2 weeks before a race. Believe me, I make up for it after... First of all, the warm bread and butter... I was like a ravenous animal! They were kind enough to give us a refill. Roasted red bell pepper soup with crab for me. I chose a salad & added grilled shrimp. Fabulous-goat cheese, walnuts, homemade dressing. My friends had this Nutella dessert that I sooo wanted. Tasted my friend's eggplant app which is really worth ordering. Place was filled by the time we left. Nice outdoor seating too. Remember to tip well. Everybody's working so hard.

    Clarice H.

    I never would've stumbled upon this restaurant if my date didn't recommend it. We were looking for a halfway point to meet and he found this place. Since we were meeting on a Sunday afternoon, we were going to have the Brunch experience. I looked on the restaurant's website and everything on the brunch menu sounded amazing so I was very excited to check this place out. I've never been to this area of Culpeper so it was quite a surprise to see how cute the small street was with all its different shops, restaurants, and other businesses. Most of the area is made up of street parking and since it was early Sunday afternoon, it wasn't difficult to find a spot close to the restaurant. We did have a reservation but since the restaurant wasn't busy, they were kind enough to seat me early and wait for my date to arrive. The server was a sweet girl who gave me water while I waited. Once my date and I were both settled at the table, we were given the specials of the day which I chose the blueberry waffle with a side of bacon, while my date went with the biscuits and gravy from regular menu. The waffle was delicious and it came with a very thick dollop of cream cheese spread which was a nice addition to the waffle. The biscuits and gravy looked good and since my date ate it all, I think it's safe to say that he liked the dish! He also ordered the cheesecake for dessert which was devoured in mere seconds (all him since the waffle was my sweetness for the day). The restaurant itself was really nice! I really liked the setup with a bit of that old diner nostalgia with the decor. They also offer outdoor dining if requested. Another awesome thing of the establishment were the bathrooms! They are pretty darn nice...not like fancy nice, but enough nice to be mentioned so that people will dine here to see the bathrooms. lol It was a very great experience from beginning to end. Service was wonderful, our server was nice, and it looked like the staff worked well together. If anyone is in the downtown area of Culpeper, I highly recommend to try this place out. It's a cute establishment with great food!

    Matt A.

    Stopped in here on our way down to our B&B and had a nice dinner w/ good drinks. Pretty decent sized spot with plenty of tables and seating around the bar as well as high tops. Overall, service and food were good as was the atmosphere. Nothing to complain about. We had margarita and old fashioned (very good) and lobster bisque soup to start with. We also had the firecracker shrimp which were enormous and very tasty. Cherry cola braised short rib was pretty good and the wild boar bolognese was excellent. I wasn't the biggest fan of the lobster bisque but everything else was good. We'd come back.

    Pan seared scallops with a deliciious risoto.
    Eileen Z.

    Went for dinner on a Thursday night and it was fabulous. Get the scallops. Prepared perfectly tasted amazing! Service was outstanding. Love the 1920s feel.

    Kyler J.

    Couldn't rate this higher than 5 stars or I would. Great ambiance, friendly service, perfectly cooked food, and reasonably priced drinks. My family from out of state was super satisfied. My grandfather said that it was hands down the best restaurant experience he has ever had. Definitely do yourself a favor and go get a great meal!

    Melanie Y.

    This was my first time in Culpepper and it's such a cute little town. I was only 10 minute walk to this restaurant where my friend had her wedding rehearsal dinner. There's the main section for the dining part but you can also rent out a private area for an event which was nice and intimate. The service was great and attentive. I had the coconut shrimp cocktail for appetizers and then the crab cake for my entree--both were very tasty and delish. If I'm ever in the area, I would come back again to try other items on the menu for sure!

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    Very good food service isn't the fastest. I was greeted and helped immediately but once at the table it was a waiting game.

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    Tasty food. Cozy atmosphere. Efficient, warm service. Sunday brunch is always a good choice.

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    Grass Rootes - Whipped feta! Oh my! So delicious

    Grass Rootes

    3.8(218 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    The service here is truly impeccable. The bartender and our waitress, Marissa, always greet us with…read moresuch genuine hospitality. We only visit a few times a year, yet they remember us like we're regulars that's real service. I'm not sure what the previous reviewer experienced maybe just a bad day, which happens in this industry (I say that as someone who owns restaurants in Northern VA). Not every day is perfect, but consistency matters, and I can only speak from my experience. Helanna and Marissa have never disappointed. They consistently bring great energy, charm, and quality service every time we visit. Keep it up, ladies! I also appreciate that the owners have preserved the Culpeper charm. The rustic feel of the building is part of what makes this place special. It stays true to the town's character, which is refreshing with so much new development coming in.

    We are new to Culpeper and decided to check out Grass Rootes for Sunday brunch. It was a nice, cozy…read morespot for a rainy day. Zack and Marissa were so kind and welcoming and provided such attentive service! We enjoyed the delicious fried chicken & egg biscuit sandwich and veggie omelette. The French bubbly they have by the glass was so good, too! We can't wait to come back to try dinner and also check out live music in their basement pub.

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    Fried chicken & egg biscuit

    Grass Rootes - Front shot of Grass Rootes in the old Yowell Hardware building in Culpeper, VA

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    Front shot of Grass Rootes in the old Yowell Hardware building in Culpeper, VA

    Grill 309 - The artichoke dip in a cup. Not a fan.

    Grill 309

    4.1(469 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    Great food and very reasonable prices for a touristy town. Service was efficient and adequate…read more I'm glad I had my seldom-eaten hamburger (patty melt) here because it was awesome! Very tasty burger with the grilled onions. The house-made chips are also good. My only complaint is the tiny "side salad" that I ordered. That it would be an upcharge with my burger but was charged $7 for the small salad. Server confirmed after questioning the bill.

    We stopped into Grill 309 on a Wednesday night and downtown Culpeper was busy. We circled the block…read moreand found close free parking on a side street next to Grill 309. The interior gives upscale sports bar vibes. We chose a high top table toward the back of the restaurant. Our server ended up being the bartender too. They had $5 margaritas that night so I ordered one and we started with an order of their pierogies. There were four and they were served over a smear of their beer cheese. There were ok. I wanted more seasoning in the filling itself. It was pretty bland. For my entree I got their hot dog with chili and cheese with their housemade chips. I was pleasantly surprised to see a cheese sauce on the dog. It was pretty good. Some of the chips were pretty overcooked. The service brought this score down. I think the bartender was busy but plenty of servers were available. There was a lot of conversation at the bar. We probably should have just sat there. We missed out on drink refills, having our order taken promptly, and getting the check when we were ready to leave. Overall there were a lot of interesting things on the menu. I would want to return to see what else tasted good.

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    Main eating

    Grill 309 - Traditional Canadian poutine with large cheese curds not as served by grill 309

    Traditional Canadian poutine with large cheese curds not as served by grill 309

    Grill 309 - Exterior Signage

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    4 C's Restaurant - Bland and pasty

    4 C's Restaurant

    4.0(54 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    This place is wonderful! The Peruvian food was better than anticipated, especially since we don't…read moreregularly eat Peruvian cuisine. Our server, Luis, was super polite. He even explained the name of 4c's, including his own take on the name! We look forward to returning to this immaculate, family owned restaurant & encourage everyone else to do the same!

    Stopped in to the 4C's for breakfast. After looking over the menu, I ordered the Sausage Gravy &…read moreBiscuits, with two eggs over easy, corned beef hash, and hash browns, plus coffee and water. Food came out in short order. The Sausage gravy was a white, almost flavorless gravy. You could see bits of sausage in the gravy, but it sure did not taste like anything. It was very underseasoned. I added salt, pepper, and hot sauce to impart some flavor to it. The eggs, corned beef hash, and hashbrowns were cooked properly. The corned beef hash is of the canned variety, but it was crisped up nicely. And the hash browns were crispy. I added a bit of salt and pepper to the eggs and hash browns, and hot sauce on the corned beef hash. If I had not tried the Sausage gravy and biscuits - this would have been a 4 or 5 star review. My server asked me during checkout how everything was. I articulated my experience with the Sausage gravy. Service was good. Paid with Apple Pay. #4CsRestaurant

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    4 C's Restaurant - I don't know what they put in these but they tasted like nothing but coconut oil

    I don't know what they put in these but they tasted like nothing but coconut oil

    4 C's Restaurant

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    Peppers Grill - Homemade Crab Dip. I don't Not Recommend. Nor the Pita Bread that comes with it. That's a hard pass for me.

    Peppers Grill

    3.0(44 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    Peppers is directly Connected to Days Inn AKA Belmont by Windham, Etc, Etc…read more -Had I only eaten there the first night, I'd review with a 1 star. We ordered House made crab dip. I already knew. Come on. But..ok. House made crab dip it is. It was like orange yogurt on a plate with hard, crunchy Pita bread for dipping. There was no crab visible or crab flavor at all. And as stated the "Pita bread" was hard. -went to the breakfast buffet in the morning, (free as its a partnership with the hotel) It was eh. Even though im not a fan of sausage gravy i did put a little on my biscuit. Its the sausage gravy that has miniscule sausage bits in it but doesn't smell or taste like sausage. Bacon was ok I guess. Im picky with breakfast. I love making my own. Anyway.. - That night coming back from events, We stopped in again for mozzarella sticks and chicken wings. These were good and a plentiful amount. Not 4 for $8 like most places.more like 7 or 8 for $12 which i feel is better. At least you're full. We noticed there was a buffet open! I asked about it. One time Salad bowl (not per pound) was $2.99 Wish I saw that before I got the mozzarella sticks! And a back room party with full on buffet and music I could hear in my room on the hill until 11pm. I didn't mind that at all. Because once the music went quiet, I could hear the butt smacks in my next door rooms.:( so where I would have given a 1 star the first night, I will give a 2.8 overall. We'll call it a 3. A LOT of locals come to have a good time and book rooms for party's and lots of buffets. Everyone seemed happy. Waitresses were nice.. we agreed to come back and put an extra effort into exploring all their options. (I didn't see peppers anywhere so not sure what the name is all about)

    Bare bones decor with solid southern cuisine staples. The food was good and hot. The ice cream…read moremachine operable and serving up sweet vanilla goodness. Hubby said that the sweet tea (Arnold Palmer) was perfect, can't be beat. The price for a lunch buffet, very pocket friendly. Even close to the closing the staff was accommodating and hospitable.

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    Peppers Grill - Cold breakfast buffet and a hot one in the adjoining room

    Cold breakfast buffet and a hot one in the adjoining room

    Peppers Grill - Hard pita chips. Pass!

    Hard pita chips. Pass!

    Peppers Grill - The communion rail

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    Ruby Tuesday - What the fish should look like.

    Ruby Tuesday

    2.4(65 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    On November 10, 2025, I placed an online order for the catfish meal at Ruby Tuesday's. This was not…read moremy first time ordering this item--in fact, I've dined here several times and have always received a fresh, well-portioned, properly prepared meal. Unfortunately, my most recent experience was the complete opposite. When I arrived to pick up my order, I immediately noticed that the portion size of the catfish was shockingly small--thin, uneven pieces that looked nothing like what I had previously been served. The presentation was unacceptable. I asked to speak with a manager right away. Johnathan and Debbie came to speak with me. They insisted that "this is how the meal is served." I respectfully disagreed and explained that I have eaten this exact dish multiple times, and it has never been served in such poor quality or portion size. A customer sitting at the bar even spoke up and confirmed my concern, stating, "That is not how they serve the catfish. That lady deserves a refund." My information was taken down, and Johnathan personally assured me that a refund would be issued within three business days. I left giving the restaurant the benefit of the doubt. However, after a full week with no refund, I called back. Instead of professionalism, I was met with stuttering, avoidance, and a claim from Johnathan that he never said he would issue a refund--despite his clear promise at the time. I have attached the photo I took that day. Look at the portion and presentation--would anyone find this acceptable to sell to paying customers? This experience was extremely disappointing--not only because of the poor quality of the food, but because of the lack of honesty and accountability from management. I truly hope Ruby Tuesday's addresses this issue, as this is not the standard of service or food quality I've come to expect.

    There was a corporate comment made on my review. I sent an email as requested/suggested. Sadly…read morethere has not been follow through regarding my review/complaint.

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    Ruby Tuesday
    Ruby Tuesday

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