I LOVE Maw & Paw's Diner - this cute local eatery, literally nestled in Eagle Rock, is one of those…read morehidden gems that offers daily specials, a great variety on their breakfast/lunch/dinner menu, and holiday buffets. Real talk: I stumbled upon this eatery years ago, but never had the opportunity to go 'off the beaten path' on our road trips to stop by - I couldn't wait to check this local eatery with their super cute logo! The hubs and I stopped by here and had a biscuit sandwich, a Hot Roast Beef dinner, and one of their famous hand-pattied burgers (which we actually stayed for an additional hour or so, as they weren't serving the burgers until later!). While the biscuit was forgettable, the hot roast beef was so scrumptious! It was so hearty, savory, and stick-to-your-rib deliciousness, and such a comfort meal on a plate! The burger was ginormous, and you can tell that they hand-form the fresh patties; the patty was super juicy and all the toppings were fresh. Service was so friendly, welcoming, and with a smile! The restaurant itself has such a charm, and I'd love to be able to return again to check out their holiday buffets!

So Maw and Paw's Diner is like a local's favorite in Eagle Rock. The town is small and there…read morereally isn't anything else around for a while unless you drive to Subway at Sunset Market so begger's can't be choosers. My dad used to love to come here for the buffet after Sunday services at the church and we would stop in here for a burger during summers after he picked me up when he got off work. Their burgers are handmade (meaning they are hand pattied) and used to be very good. During certain times when you stop in there will be buffets offered with things like frog's legs and the like so if you want to get some local country fixings you can try to haunt the board for those things. I tend to stick to what I know and go with simple items and wouldn't order anything other than a sandwich or the burger from here. It's simple food with a simple kitchen and it's very good for what it is. But this is not a fancy place. It's a small diner in a small town run by friendly locals. Temper your expectations, if you find yourself here and hungry, it'll hit the spot.

Best restaurant I've ever been to, and I've been to a lot. The food was so delightful. The view…read morewas gorgeous. The entire work crew was attentive and courteous.

Great food time and service Nice place to swing by right off…read moreRT.81. (Or motorcycle riding like we were doing)

Perfect spot for lunch! Delicious sandwiches & wraps! I coupled my yard bird with a side of sea…read moresalt and vinegar chips & a Diet Coke!! Delicious chicken curry wrap with red grapes & walnuts! We had a friendly conversation with the sheriff on the outside patio about the 3 most dangerous things to look out for; ticks, bears, & rattle snakes!! Awesome lunch!!

Glass of Dollop of Damson cider (sour and dry) and delicious crab cakes for dinner. Cordial…read moreservice. A small indoor dining space with a few locally curated goods.

Great place to eat lunch, just wish their hours were longer…read moreServers are very nice and the food is awesome

We stopped in this little restaurant after a visit to see the Humpback Bridge nearby. The…read morerestaurant is in a lovely historic house and they have a little parking lot in the back. My husband got the Mad Ann (corned beef, sauerkraut, and cheese on rye) and I got the J B Special (one of their specials of the day; ham and cheese with coleslaw and tomato on a Kaiser roll). Both came with chips and were delicious and perfectly sized for lunch. We even had enough room left for dessert! I got the strawberry pie and he got the chocolate pecan. Again, delicious!!! The service was delightful. We couldn't have asked for better! If you're in the area, this is a GREAT place to stop for a meal!

We stopped in on the way through town and were pleasantly surprised. The food was fresh and…read moredelicious. The restaurant is very clean and well maintained with cute artwork. The bathroom was clean and well equipped. Service was a little slower than expected, but we were there right at lunch time. All in all, 42Deli was a delightful find.

Came close to closing, but service was great! split Italian sub, it was amazing. Very smart place…read moreand clean. Visiting family and stopped for a quick bite. Glad we stopped!

A soup and sandwich joint with lots of baked goods -- that's Blue Sky…read more It was a cold and drizzly day when I visited, and a bowl of butternut squash soup was the perfect thing. I also got The Yardbird sandwich after the server recommended it. It's basically just chicken salad and lettuce between a ciabatta roll, but it was simple and great. And what the heck: I can't visit a bakery that has multiple sweets without getting one. I also listened to the advice of the server when she recommended the orange scone. She was right again! It was tender and tasted like a Froot Loop. Blue Sky is located on the corner of a busy street. There are lots of tables, but if you can, sit at the bar that looks out onto the street to see the hustling and bustling college town.

Unplanned but fortunate lunch stop on a road trip from NoVA to NOLA. If you're traveling I-81, it's…read morejust 5 or so miles down Rt. 11, which snakes back and forth across '81, so it's not really a "detour". It's in Lexington, home of VMI, and the shop itself is diagonal from a post office built in 1911 with large columns lining its edifice. Sometimes, when college students leave great reviews, that means good food that isn't too expensive. True here, especially for what you get: generous servings on amazing bakery breads. I had the "Sorry Charlie" on a slice of focaccia -- topped with tomato slices and melted cheese and a satisfyingly crunchy, warm crust, with a simple but nicely refreshing black bean and corn salad. Dessert treats are also worth a splurge. The people couldn't be friendlier with customers of all ages enjoying themselves. (And they have a coffee bar. And a "speakeasy"!)

Wow wow wow amazing sandwiches. They do not skimp on meet and toppings. Sub was savory and full of…read moreflavor. Met the owners the Hardens who also own Hardens restaurant. Great couple who shared insight on Lexington and W & L as we were visiting. We can see why this place is popular 1 block from campus.

I always enjoy the food there and the owner is very friendly. Legendary eats has a good menu and…read moregood service.

I love Gertie's! The food, service, and hospitality are…read morealways top-notch! It's a 100-mile motorcycle ride for me to get here and it's always worth it !

Went for Saturday morning breakfast. They only have biscuits and sausage gravy on Saturday, so…read morethat's what I had. I really enjoyed it. The waitress told me when I was checking out that the sells out most Saturdays. Gertie's is a diner with a fairly limited breakfast menu but all the basics are covered. We were there early-ish and had no trouble with seats but it is very small. We had been told the waits could be long but at 8:30 it was fine. We would go back.

We were camping in the area and glad we took the time to have breakfast here! We had the sausage…read moreegg sandwich and the country ham sandwich, both on Texas toast with apple butter and potatoes. Everything was made to order and it shows! The apple butter was a standout, I could eat a whole jar of it. The general store was very cute and reflective of Appalachia. We can't wait to come here again on our next trip.

What' a great place! Loved it!! We stopped in for lunch after exploring Natural Bridge State Park…read more We had a group of 5. Seating was a little challenging at lunch time, but the picnic table on the front porch was perfect. Between us all, we had the BLT, turkey Reuben, California turkey special, and the tuna melt. Oh! And they've got fresh-baked cookies!! All of the food was excellent! The service was perfect. I highly recommend you visit next time you're in the area!

Their sandwiches are excellent! Plus I enjoy shopping for items not usually found in grocery…read morestores. Every time I've been in there the service has been very good.

They make great sandwiches at reasonable prices. They have different kinds of bread, some tastier…read morethan others. They have lots of different kinds of chips, dips, delicious potato salad, coleslaw, etc.. Amazing apple cake, pie slices, chocolate candy, and all sorts of goodies! The employees are all very nice. From what I understand they will be opening a restaurant nearby. I can't wait!!!