I come here for the Brewski, staff, music, pinball, bingo and food trucks. My go to place to have a…read morebeer with family and friends and just relax. I love it here.

A cute little locals-only gem hidden about 20-25 minutes outside of Richmond proper! I loved their…read morehuge parking lot and their ample space for hanging out both inside and outdoors. They have a handful of beers on tap as well as some wine/cider options for those that can't/don't enjoy beer. They even had a NA option for my friend that doesn't drink alcohol. Also!! The bartenders were super duper friendly. My only gripe is there is no food at all (not even bags of chips or something from what I could tell). I know the point is, of course, the beer, but it's tough not having any snacking options. Overall, this is a pretty cool spot to pop into for a drink if you find yourself in Ashland.

Intermission Beer Company in Glen Allen, VA is a great local spot. I visited on a trivia night and…read morewas impressed by how welcoming everyone was. The staff and trivia group were friendly and even invited me to join their team. The taproom has a relaxed and creative vibe with plenty of board games and fun sci-fi and fantasy decor. It reminded me of the early Austin craft brewery scene with an authentic and laid back feel. Their merch also stood out. The shirts were unique and surprisingly affordable. If you enjoy shirts with dogs and beer then get one here! Overall this is a fun brewery with friendly people and a cool atmosphere. I would happily come back and recommend it to anyone in the area or just visiting for work like I was.

I have now tried this place twice with not much luck. Most recently I went in where there was only…read more two other people there. Asked for a sip sample while deciding what to try. Only one ask. I was provided a half sized thimble full of foam. Never got to taste the beer. It was kind of strange to me to have a bar with chairs but still make people go to one place to order and then be instructed where to throw away my sample thimble. Zero welcome, friendliness or guidance. Definitely a negative and non caring customer service vibe. I love trying new places in my travels, but sadly this one wasn't my favorite experience.

I had a wonderful experience here, and a massive part of that was thanks to our server, McKenzie!…read moreShe went above and beyond to make sure our table was taken care of. I have an onion and garlic allergy, which can often make dining out stressful or limited, but McKenzie and the entire staff were amazingly friendly, patient, and cooperative. She personally guided me through the menu, checked in on ingredients, and ensured I could enjoy a great meal safely. McKenzie was incredibly sweet, welcoming, and attentive--a true 10/10 server. The experience genuinely wouldn't have been the same without her. Thank you to McKenzie and the team for such fantastic hospitality! We'll definitely be back.

There seem to be several American style tap houses in the Ashland area. Kreggers is also located…read morein a strip mall and has a small outdoor patio. The inside has TVs all over- my kids loved that a couple even had cartoons on for them. The server was great the entire meal. They have a good lunch special menu- i went with the brisket tacos which were two large tacos loaded with meat and corn salsa plus a pepper sauce. They had a great kick to them. The spicy chips on the side were also great, and much better than the standard fries that seem to come with everything at these types of places. Its a good option right off the highway for a stop.

Italian ciabatta is great. Nice happy hour choices…read more Good beer selection. Great knowledgable staff!

Wings (both bbq and plain) were good, and the Reuben with fries was good as was the BLT…read more Service was excellent, dining room is not too bright or loud.

Such a great spot, food was fresh and delicious and there were trains going by every 10-15 minutes…read morewhich was great entertainment for the kids.

If you are trying to support a local business over a chain, this is the place you need to go! This…read morespot is an absolute gem. It was a bit hidden but great location next to an actual train track. Interestingly enough, a train passed through while we dinned. I'm sure the outside experience it better than indoors. However, the outside tables is more limited. They feature a small menu, but you can tell they focus on fresh ingredients. Quality over quantity. I ordered the chicken salad sandwich, and it was easily one of the best I have ever had! What really elevates it is the inclusion of thinly sliced apples; they provide a fantastic crunch and a perfect sweet-tart balance. You have to try it! We stopped by during a busy Tuesday lunch rush, and despite the place being packed, the staff was very attentive. Everyone was kind and clearly working hard, doing their absolute best to check in on us and keep things moving. Highly recommend this local spot for a fresh, high-quality lunch!

Final Gravity sometimes feels like an underrated brewery. It's a no frills place but the beer is…read morevery good. They have beat out The Veil as my favorite in the RVA area. They have a variety of style with a concentration on the NE Hazy IPA, which taste-wise wins over the Veil's hazies to me. Final is in a sleepier part of town compared to the bustle of the Scotts Addition's (SA) brewery scene. As someone who is now middle age (how did that happen?!) I appreciate that the crowd here does skew a little older than the 20s/30s of SA. It's a great spot to bring a game or some cards, as well as food/snacks and just hang out. Staff is always friendly and happy to let you try something before committing. There's some pinball machines and darts if that's your jam. If you're exploring the RVA brewery scene, don't skip on this gem.

Came here looking for drinks. There's a large patio full of tables and also many tables inside…read more They don't have food but gladly welcome outside food. Unfortunately they also only sell beer and non alcoholic cans. I'm not a beer drinker but my father loved his supernova hazy and my mother enjoyed their sour ancient mariner. The prices were great and the staff was very friendly.

Was very excited to try this place! There is plenty of parking, we didn't have an issue at all! Our…read morewaitress was very nice however we encountered a few mishaps! The place was moderately busy at the time we went! They were out of a couple beers on tap, so we opted for the sweet tea. The sweet tea wasn't sweet at all but we got it remade, although the sweetness was a bit weak! Our shrimp came out dry and a bit over cooked! The bologna burger has a huge thick asymmetrical cut of bologna with burning on the middle sides! I loved my reuben, mac and cheese, and onion rings though! Those were a hit. Beer pretzel was great! The cheese was a bit thick and had a film on top, but once you mixed it up it and put the film to the side, the cheese was normal! Next time i'd try a beer on tap and definitely get the mac and cheese again!

Total random roll while pulled off 95 on my way to DC having stopped to get gas and just looking…read morefor a local place nearby to take a break from being in the car and have some lunch. Turned out to be a good decision! Piggy's appears to be a pretty standard neighborhood grille and sports bar, serving sandwiches, salads, burgers, and a few other items along with a full complement of beers and mixed drinks. A lot of people were addressed by name while I was there, so clearly popular with the locals. Regardless, I got excellent service and was treated just as friendly as anyone else while sitting at the bar. Wanting to make things quick, I ordered a pair of hot dogs with chili, slaw, mustard, and onions. They have a lot of sides to choose from, but the bartender highly recommended the fries. My food came out quickly, and I was immediately taken aback at how big the hot dogs were! I have never seen a more loaded hot dog in my life. First of all, the frank looked like an all beef quarter pounder, and the bun was loaded to the brim with chili, slaw, onions. Had to be careful eating them, and a lot of the toppings spilled off, which made a nice topping for the fries. Great taste, the slaw is the kind I like, not much mayo. Chili was maybe a little cumin heavy, but I the buns were buttered and I really enjoyed the hot dogs overall. The fries though, they didn't steer me wrong. Honestly, some of the best french fries I have ever encountered. They are that slightly battered kind, crispy outside, tender inside, but they had a perfect blend of seasoning on them... and there were a lot of them. I have never struggled to eat a 2 hot dog combo in my life, but this one really filled me up. I did get a ranch to go with it, and this was the only disappointment, tasted like Kraft ranch. Maybe the craze over ranch ends at the VA line. All in all, this was an excellent road lunch stop. Definitely left full and ready to face the rest of my drive. Thanks for the distraction Piggys!

Stress Smoking central, no escape for non-smokers... Slot machine where new but too many stress…read moresmokers in every single nook and cranny. Not even a small area for non-smokers... Ash trays everywhere. I usually don't might a few smokers, but when everyone is stress smoking it's too much, you can't taste the food over the smoke.

It's a smokers bar. Walked in and was over taken by the smell of smoke. Didn't even know that was a…read morething anymore. Didn't even make it to the bar it smelled so bad so I left. I'm a non smoker so not for me. I get it. You smoke I don't. No hard feelings. Gave it 3 because everyone said hi when I walked in. They have some slot machines and pool tables. That's all I seen in my brief stop.