I'm giving three generous stars. I wanted to love this place and I want them to succeed, but my…read moreexperience was average, at best. Firstly, the menu has nothing exciting to offer. A menu should make your mouth water. This menu made a couple leave after taking one look at it. My husband ordered a salad and it was the saddest, most basic thing I have ever seen. It was iceberg lettuce, a few other things, and a chicken tender cut up into the tiniest pieces. I had a burger w/ PB & J and I don't think they could have put less PB & J on it. The burger did not seem to be great quality and was grey in color. Onion rings were a star here! The sweet tea was also very good. Our server was overwhelmed and did the best she could. I think she was the only server working a handful of tables. She was friendly, but felt scattered. The restaurant had several dirty tables and tables that were dirty underneath. Likely the result of a young diner, but it gave an overall appearance of being unclean. Decor was stark. I hope our experience was just a bad night.

Small and quaint little diner serving up simple traditional american food and doing it well…read more Everything was very tasty and exactly what we were hoping for. The server did a great job and the prices were very reasonable! 7.8/10

I really wanted to have a good experience here. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case…read more I planned a day trip in Luray, VA for my husband's birthday. It was extremely hot and humid that day, and we have a baby, so we opted for an indoor restaurant with air conditioning. I came across Ollie Cat Cafe in a Google search. The online menu seemed to offer something for both of us to eat so we decided to give it a try. The parking was adequate and was a short walk from the car to the front door, which was helpful since I was carrying my baby in her car seat. When we walked in, the restaurant was about half full of patrons eating their meals. The staff was buzzing about as well. While we were standing by the front door, still holding my baby in her car seat, a staff member made eye contact with us and said "that looks heavy! I'll be with you in just a moment." She never came back to seat us. A second staff member looked at us and proceeded to keep working. While we were waiting and watching the room, a customer approached her and asked for their bill because they had been waiting so long. The waitress frantically said yes, and then walked over to the bar to get drinks for a different table. The drink station was next to where we were still standing. The same staff member proceeded to complain to my husband and I about how hectic it was and how they couldn't keep up to the point where she started bad-mouthing her own team. (The restaurant was only half full). She then directed a younger staff member at the drink station to seat us. He never even looked our way. After 15 minutes of watching the chaos, my husband, baby, and I left and went to Blue's Dog Bowl instead - where the food and staff were outstanding! So I'm sorry that I couldn't write a more thorough review of Ollie Cat Cafe, but until their staff learn how to wait tables and operate efficiently, this restaurant is going to suffer.

This place was horrible from service to the food. Was a nice spot for the little kids to play, but…read morethat's it. First one of the waters tasted funny like soap. I flagged someone over to ask for new water (for the record there was no one dining here and plenty of workers) and the lady stared at me and after 15 seconds said can you repeat that. I said the water tasted funny can we please get a new one. She said, "the water tastes funny here." The server brought us the mozzarella sticks and then said do you want any plates. (Mind you there were 5 of us) and I said he's. He said, "how many" I said for everyone???? I'm not sure why you have to ask. He also later asked us if we wanted a refill... of water. I mean... can't you just refill it without asking? Then our mozzarella sticks came out and one didn't have any cheese in it. To be fair I flagged the server down and I said get I get one and showed him the empty cheese. And he said, "with cheese in it?" They brought back two which was good. The food arrived for the kids first and adults waited like 5 more minutes. So everyone was eating at different times. The burger my kiddo got he said tasted funny and the other older kid said it had a weird aftertaste. I said I didn't want to pay for something that tasted funny. The guy went back to the kitchen and came back and said they were cooking another one. I was frustrated because I didn't want another one. I said I didn't want to PAY for something inedible. He said, "well we can't do that because our boss isn't here." And I was like okay fine just give us the check, it will just be reflected in my review. He came back after like 5 minutes and said his manager said they could take it off. Okay so now the portions were pathetic. The Philly cheese steaks were on hot dog buns and it wasn't even fully filled. The kiddo said the pasta was good. It did look decent. I feel like it's hard to screw up pasta though. The chicken parm sandwich barely had any cheese or sauce on it and was on a flimsy hamburger bun. I'm pretty embarrassed I spent $75 for such a pathetic dining experience. I would not recommend anyone go here.

We stumbled across The Chop House just as they were opening for dinner, and it turned out to be a…read moregreat find. If you're planning to come during peak dinner hours, I'd definitely recommend making a reservation because it started filling up quickly. We had spent the day hiking, so we were dressed much more casually than many of the other diners. The restaurant has a more upscale feel, but no one made us feel out of place. The staff was welcoming, seated us immediately, and made us feel comfortable from the start. Our waitress was friendly and attentive, and the cocktails were well made. The food was the real highlight. The burgers were cooked perfectly, the beef tasted fresh and flavorful, and the garlic mashed potatoes were delicious. We also really enjoyed the soup of the day and the hummus of the day. The only thing that didn't completely wow us was the steak. It certainly wasn't bad but we just happen to be very particular when it comes to steak. Overall, this was an excellent meal with great service in a welcoming atmosphere. We'd happily return the next time we're in Luray.

We went to celebrate my wife's birthday. We sat at the bar and canceled our table reservation. The…read morebartender was attending and efficient. For dinner my wife had scallops and I had steak. Both were outstanding. We had their homemade ice cream for dessert. The bartender put a candle in one of the scoops. Nice touch. We would return.

The Gathering Grounds, on Main Street in Luray, features a very nice setting, good food and…read morefriendly staff.

Food was amazing! I ordered the Philly Steak and Cheese and it was more than I expected it would…read morebe. First, it was huge, second it was delicious, packed full of meat and red and yellow peppers. My friend had the Classic Cheeseburger which she also said was juicy and delicious. Lots of interesting decor on the walls to look at, read, etc. Highly recommend! I cant wait to go back.

No reservations; first come first served. Glad i arrived…read moreshortly after the 5pm open. Excellent service by Maddy. Loved the black bean burger; tasted very homemade. Had it with Swiss, no aioli, no pickle and subbed excellent side salad for the fries. Lettuce tomato and red onion on the burger were excellent. Those who arrived first were seated in the padded booths. Writing this review while sitting on the hotel porch. I enjoyed peeking into their breakfast room to see the gorgeous historic murals painted on the wall.

We had a great evening at The Speakeasy. Walked in on a Friday afternoon and were seated promptly…read more Order was blackberry sour, Caesar salad, Fried Green Tomatoes, French Onion Soup, Steak, and Tortellini. Everything was mostly good. The breading on the tomatoes was a bit thick and the corn salsa on top was a little wierd. Everything else was top notch!

Wide array of delicious spirits from Vodka, to Gin, Bourbon, Rum and Tequila Blue Shepherd's got…read moresomething for you. The craft cocktails are next level and they have some great experimental items like Lemmin Serrano Vodka, Apple Brandy, ect ... Plus it's right in the town of Luray, what's not to like.

Nice little place. Drinks were great. House bourbon was really smooth. Definitely a good place to…read morehangout with friends!

I've visited Brookside Restaurant twice now - once for lunch on a weekday, and once for breakfast…read moreon a Saturday morning... Lunch: I ordered their meatloaf special - which comes with two sides. I chose mashed potatoes and corn. The food came out in about 10 minutes. The meatloaf was tasty - however, only the ends of it were hot. The center of the meatloaf was actually cold. The corn was terrible. It was chewy - I have no idea how you get corn to that texture. The masked potatoes were basic - but at least well executed and they were hot. No gravy was served with the mashed potatoes. I was in a bit of a hurry - so I did not ask them to "re-heat" the remaining center of meatloaf - and the corn was not redeemable. Breakfast: I went with their sausage gravy over a biscuit, eggs, breakfast potatoes and bacon, plus coffee. Everything was delicious - except for the breakfast potatoes. They were bland and at room temperature. I don't know how the potatoes were actually prepared - but texture-wise they tasted like someone had cut potatoes into cubes, boiled them, and then set them on a plate. The potatoes desperately needed some char/crispiness added to them, as well as some seasoning. I had wolfed down all of my breakfast - except for the potatoes - when my server came by to check on me. She asked how things were - and I relayed that everything was good - except for the potatoes. She offered to take the potatoes back and have the kitchen heat them up and add some char/crispiness to them. I declined - as at that point I was full. The successful components of my breakfast dragged up my overall rating to 3. I probably would have gone as high as 4 stars if the potatoes were better. The Men's restroom needs to be renovated and cleaned. Service was good - not sure if I would come back here after two substandard food-quality experiences. #BrooksideRestaurant

Have always driven past this place when in Luray and finally decided to stop in for lunch after…read moreexploring the caverns. We were seated right away and told about the buffet. It looked good but we decided to go with some burgers and fries. It took a little while for the food to come out, but it was pretty good. My only critique would be that the fries could have been a little crispier. Overall the prices were very reasonable and it was a cute little place.

Conveniently located next to Toy Town Junction on one side the main caverns entrance on the other…read more And the convenient location is pretty much the only positive. The food is mediocre, but will fill you up if you need something on your stomach before touring the caverns. But I agree with others here who recommend trying somewhere else for better options. It's mostly sandwiches or simple grill options - burgers, pulled pork sandwiches, fries, etc. There are almost no vegetarian options available. They have some pre-made sandwiches but seemed to be out when we were there. They also have some locally-made desserts for purchase but we didn't get any on our visit. We came in during the lunch rush on a weekend, so it was slow moving to get to the order counter and then to wait for our food to be ready. Plan accordingly especially if, like us, you have a toddler with you. The bathrooms are tight and cramped, but at least there is a changing table in the men's room. The prices are a little elevated, but could be worse. In the end, it's a fueling station for your stomach. It will get the job done, but if you can get lunch elsewhere, I'd recommend doing that.

We made a quick stop for snacks before we went on our Luray Caverns tour. There was plenty of…read moreseating and the place was nice and clean. It's a very cozy and casual cafe to stop at. It was also pretty busy for a Wednesday afternoon and there was a line. The selection was a bit limited and I wish there were more options but the food was good. We ordered nachos, a hot dog, and a fish sandwich. The nachos had a looot of cheese, which I appreciate! The staff was quick and efficient in taking orders and giving them to customers. Paula helped us out -- she was very friendly. The prices were a bit high for snacky foods like these but we expected as much for a cafe next to a touristy cavern. I also don't see bottled Barq's Root Beer often, so I was really pleased they had some! It's also so close to the entrance for Luray Caverns that we'll most likely stop here again the next time we visit in the next few years.

After a day of spelunking...of sorts...we were ready for dinner. Before heading out to Luray, I…read moreresearched what restaurants were in the area. Circa '31 stood out as they had burgers, salads, sandwiches and some main courses. When we decided to go there, our son-in-law looked up the directions and we were pleased to see it wasn't far from the Caverns and an easy drive. The restaurant is in the Mimslyn Inn and is easy to find it once inside. Since we were having an early dinner, there was only one couple in the place. Our server seated and greeted our party of six. We sat at a huge table that could accommodate twelve. She arranged things so we were seated at one end. She took our drink orders. We all had soft drinks. I was pleased to see that they had sweet iced tea. Along with our drinks, we were given a bread basket and some butter with chives in it. The bread was fresh and the butter added nice flavor. For my main course, I got "butternut squash ravioli and lobster". This was a great dish. It consists of: "Butternut squash and parmesan ravioli with sauteed lobster and asparagus in a tarragon cream sauce". The delicate flavor of the butternut squash came through clearly. While the parmesan barely registered, that was fine with me. The tarragon cream sauce had great flavor yet it didn't overpower the components of the dish. The lobster portion was generous. Three in our party got the "Country Ham BLT". It consists of: "Fried salt cured Virginia ham, fried green tomatoes, crisp lettuce, pimento cheese on grilled rye served with a pickle and seasoned waffle fries". Those who had this sandwich raved about its flavor and its uniqueness. More than once they said how much they liked it. Two got the "Mimslyn burger" which consists of: "6 oz. local Burners Farm ground beef burger, lettuce, tomato, thick sliced red onions on a toasted brioche roll served with a pickle and seasoned waffle fries". One could add cheese for no extra cost and had a choice of different cheeses. Two added American cheese to theirs while one chose no cheese. One decided he didn't want fries and the server told him he could substitute a veggie from the selection in stock. He chose collard greens as he never had them before and wanted to try them. Everybody liked their burgers and fries. The one who got the collard greens didn't like them. To me, they looked bland and my guess is that was why he didn't like them. We didn't have dessert even though the offerings were tempting. I had hoped to post more photos but one of our grandsons offered to take photos of the sandwich, burger and collard greens...but...they didn't come out. The dining room has that southern charm to it. Our server was very nice and since it was slow when we were there, she engaged us in conversation. If you are in Luray and looking for a good spot for dinner, we all highly recommend Circa '31.

Came here on Friday night. I ordered the blueberry lemonade. I have a sweet tooth, but this was so…read moredisgustingly sweet. It tasted like pure corn syrup. I took one sip and said I'd like to send it back (probably the first time I have ever asked to return a drink in my life). They charged me for the drink anyway. Ordered the duck. The mashed potatoes were good. The broccolini was acceptable, and the duck (ordered medium-rare) was medium-well done, and incredibly disappointing. My husband ordered the chicken. The chicken was acceptable, as was the broccolini, but the couscous was flavorless and gross. I would not recommend going here.

Beautiful restaurant in a restored old hardware store! The owner Lynette and her crew do a…read morewonderful job attending to guests. And, she serves the community hosting local Chamber events and other functions. They have beer and wine - in addition to food (breakfast, lunch specials and dinner). Plus a bottle shop. Local, woman-owned business for the WIN!

I've heard great things about this spot- and we decided to give it a try for date night before our…read moremovie at the Page Theater down the road. I was expecting a little more so our experience fell a tad short. I just thought it would blow me away but it's just not quite there. I was, however, really impressed with the amount of variety on the menu from local brews, local wines, and some European types! Reds, whites, rose, ports, dessert wines...YOU NAME IT! The wine was tasty, I opted for a sweeter white wine from VA, and my bf opted for a dryer red wine from VA. We slurped it down! The food was underwhelming. I don't believe it's prepared in-house. The flatbread we ordered had some bland chicken and was missing some color and seasoning. The fried pickles seemed frozen and the jalapeño poppers were nothing to get excited about. However, the local jam they served with the poppers made a BIG difference! I had never tried such a combo and that was pretty yummy!! Who knew jam and jalapeño poppers complimented each other so well. I'd love to try thier charcuterie boards too....maybe we just ordered the wrong items for a winery/brewery. Worth a pop in-