We had a really good experience at The Mill Street Grill. We ordered the prime rib, steamed…read moremussels, and the barbecue platter. Everything was good, and the portions were generous. The prime rib was cooked well, the mussels were flavorful, and the barbecue platter had a good variety. The service was great--fast, courteous, and attentive without making us feel rushed. The restaurant was clean and had a nice atmosphere. It felt lively and energetic, but it was not too loud to have a conversation. Overall, this was a solid dinner and a place I would recommend when visiting Staunton. I would definitely eat here again.

Always love the restaurant, been going for nearly a decade, but I gotta ask, what's with the nearly…read more73-146% price hikes in less than two years? COVID -19 ended years ago, so what's the excuse when inflation is less than 5% annually. I would love to continue visiting, but I can't justify prices that egregiously expensive, particularly in this economy. And it seems to have started in 2025. See the photos. Mill Street BBQ Platter: $22.99 $40.99 (+78%) St. Louis Combo: $22.99 $40.99 (+78%) Flintstone Platter: $29.99 $51.99 (+73%) Beef Ribs Full Rack: $23.99 $58.99 (+146%) And before anyone blames beef prices: per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, retail ground beef went up about 24% from December 2024 to August 2026, and wholesale beef is only up about 3% over the past year. That doesn't come close to explaining a 146% jump on beef ribs. I hope the prices can come back down to Earth sometime soon. Fair pricing was always one of the primary reasons I recommended your restaurant.

I planned an afternoon and overnight stop in historic Staunton, Virginia on my way to vacation in…read morePA. There are so many options in this lovely town but I made a reservation at Zynodoa because I have been on a farm-to-table kick lately. The servers and hosts were all lovely, interacting with both the guests and each other professionally and amicably. My server Sarah gave me as much attention as anyone else, even though I was the only person dining alone. I ordered the tomato and burrata appetizer. I am not a big raw tomato eater but I knew if these were truly farm-to-table, they would taste good, and they did. The flavor felt like a combination of sunshine and a warm hug! The cheese tasted like a sweet kiss. The portion was substantial, and there was balsamic reduction and a generous amount of coarse pesto. I ate the whole thing! For the main course I ordered the flat iron steak. Because I was traveling and didn't want leftovers, I asked the server for a smaller portion than listed, but either I wasn't clear or it wasn't an option--It's okay, though. I ordered the steak medium rare but it was a shade above rare; again, okay. Sides were good but I added salt. The meal was a bit pricey but probably fair given that it was sourced locally. I agree with some of the other reviewers that the chef is heavy handed on the sauces, which may not be everyone's cup of tea. Oh, I ordered the pinot noir and it was good, smooth, balanced. Overall impression of Zynodoa was it felt like visiting the home of a friend with a garden who loves to cook and share with her friends. The portions were generous and the seasoning was substantial. I highly recommend to anyone visiting Staunton.

An excellent and inventive restaurant in Staunton that punches way above its weight. My wife and I…read moretraveled to Staunton recently and were advised to try Zynodoa. The cocktail and mocktails were flavorful and well priced. Our waiter was great. Very knowledgeable about the menu, town and ingredients. We started with the Chicken Liver pate. This was well prepared, although I hate when a restaurant provides an odd number of toasts for two people. We asked for an extra piece and thought it was funny that they gave us exactly one. FYI- it comes with several accoutrements which were tasty, but the mustard was really the most satisfying. My wife had the brisket, which I would call a must have. Fantastic Asian spices, fried rice ball and Kimchi. Just an explosion of flavors. I was glad she shared. (This is uncommon) I had the pork chop and it was really pretty. Unfortunately, it lacked flavor and I had to carve off the fat which made up about 1/3rd of the chop. The bone was the other third...so it turned out to be a thick but modest cut. That said, it was on a lovely bed of mash and some of the best blue and white carrots I ever had. We finished with the carrot cake. (All of the desserts are made onsite.) which we learned was gluten free. Honestly if it was marked GF I wouldn't have ordered it. Anyway, when it arrived I thought we received the wrong thing. It looked like a decorative cliff bar. Once we took a bite we were blown away by the flavors and texture. It was delicious. Such a great experience. We were near the kitchen, so we got to see the head chef get orders out. There were some highs and lows, but the overall experience was really nice.

Super cool place in Staunton Virginia! Great drinks. Huge place for a train Depot restaurant. I…read morealmost got lost lol. I like the fact that you can color and crayon their placemats while you wait for your order. Our waitress was amazing and very sweet. Fried mushrooms was a lot! You get your moneys worth.

The location is fabulous. It's inside an old train depot (which happens to also currently have the…read moreAmtrak depot in it). The wood floors and old wooden benches are so beautiful. The service was EXCELLENT. I swear, our drinks from the bar were at the table before we even ordered them, and they were delicious! The food was pretty good. The kids got penne pasta with marina. It tasted like canned marinara, so I wasn't a fan, but they tore into it! I got the veggie pasta and Brussels sprouts. The sprouts were delicious. The veggie pasta was pretty good, though it could have used an olive oil drizzle. My husband had the bison Burger and liked it. We also got dessert. The peanut butter pie was sooo sweet. The cheesecake was a good cheesecake. I would eat there again.

Great service, nice outdoor seating, and wonderful Brussels sprouts!! Menu has lots of good…read moreoptions with salads and sandwiches, pizza, and entrees. I'm planning to return!

Byers Street Bistro is a cozy wood-paneled restaurant with lots of pleasant staff and tasty food. I…read morestopped by there in the midafternoon before the dinner menu was ready. I had The Godfather 10" gourmet pizza. This pie had a tasty tomato sauce base on a worthy crust, topped with pepperoni, Italian sausage, grilled chicken, mushrooms, and tomato pieces. I was pleasantly surprised how the chicken became a part of the toppings flavor profile. I enjoyed the balance of supportive crust, tomatoes and mozzarella with a satisfying meat combination in the cheese. I like the warm atmosphere, friendly staff and good food.

Absolute GEM! Ignore other comments about plate size and just go for the flavors, it's well worth…read moreit. Plates are small, more like tapas size. Adored our servers! This place is so cool in our area because it's the relaxed feel of the Valley, but upscale and complex flavors and dishes. Very unique in our area, and so appreciated! Get the pimiento cheese, the crackers are homemade and so unique, it's also the biggest small plate, great starter. Fried chicken was brined so well, and cooked perfectly with great crust. Tuna tartare was great, hot and cold, with caviar, great bites. We got a pasta with a gochujang sauce that was crazy amazing, perfectly balanced! Finished with a burger and the wagyu, both incredible! Umami in the burger, just a classic, and the pickled ramps made the steak dish perfect!

HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!…read more This is a darling restaurant with a cozy atmosphere. The staff is 100% invested in all aspects and the experience. Chef has a seasonal menu and it is every evolving. I went three nights in a row and tried almost everything. If you want exceptional food and service you MUST go to the Shack. Ask for Ash or Siobhan!!

Parm crusted chicken, Brussels, fried green tomatoes, Italian salad... everything 10/10 and ready…read morequickly great price what more can you ask for

FeFe has owned this spot for a little over a year now and they are killing it! One of our favorite…read morelocal spots to go with Suzie slinging drinks and Hannah providing the best service around! All the waitstaff do a good job. Prices are very reasonable for this fresh and local food! Blue Plate specials are great! I love the Wednesday night Meatloaf! One of only a few local spots to get meatloaf and it is the best! They have indoor and outdoor seating. The live music is awesome!! Closed on Sundays. Great breakfast too! Check them out!!

I have visited twice and have loved the food both times. Lovely people dishing up your bowl,…read moredelicious food, and calm space to eat. It's a hidden treasure!

If you enjoy Cava or Mezeh this is your spot in Staunton! The food is fresh, tasty and healthy…read more Lots of room to sit and close to other businesses downtown.

A generous portion of mediocre food…read more That's the headline. I ordered the teriyaki tofu hibachi with much optimism, anticipating that glossy sauce enrobing grilled tofu and vegetables over fried rice--notes of char and deep flavour, dancing upon my pallet. Boy, was I disappointed. Where to start. How about with the basics: no teriyaki sauce was found on this plate. No teriyaki FLAVOUR was found on this plate. Vegetables were definitely not grilled and consisted mostly of watery zucchini with a few carrots and onions thrown in for funsies. And the "fried rice" was definitely microwaved, lacked any scrambled egg, and was...well..OK. But it was not fried rice. Look, I get it. Your primary business comes from the most excellent brewery next door and maybe people are less choosey after a few awesome pints at Red Beard (that review sold separately). But I chose to eat BEFORE I enjoyed my growler, and I'm here to tell you my sober pallet is agog that anyone can call what I had teriyaki. Aint a Japanese person within 56 miles this kitchen, and the lacklustre food proves the point. I will say the portions are generous, if the service a little slow. I regret tipping at the counter because, honestly, the outcome did not deserve such financial recognition. Swing and a miss. Try harder. Or, you know...try.

I have heard nothing but good things about this new Food Truck in Downtown Staunton's Warf…read moreDistrict. Parking can be a bit tricky but the owners said I could have parked right out front of their truck. I parked aways away but love getting the exercise, so all good. I had #8 - Hibachi Sukiyaki Steak. This is steak with fried onions, grilled veggies and fried rice. The food seemed to be of very good quality. I didn't realize I was going to be the first to post a review on Yelp for this food truck. They have so many great reviews on Google. I ate my lunch, on a beautiful summer day, at a cozy picnic table with an umbrella and a cushioned seat. The cushioned seat was very nice! We are blessed to have such good food serving Staunton's establishments that don't offer food like Red Beard's and Ciders from Mars.

Blu Point knows how to prepare lobsters properly. Blu Point…read moreknows how to prepare Oysters properly. This is a stunning achievement for a restaurant far from the Atlantic waters. They serve better lobsters and oysters than I have had in Portland, ME and Boston, MA. No exaggeration. They must have wizards on staff. Their vegetables, hush puppies, cocktails are simply divine. This is Michelin Star quality food in a casual, pleasant, charming environment. A flight of Oyster Shooters? Please. Count me in every time. Even the wine by the glass is interesting and good. Very good. I will eat here every day I am in Staunton. That's how great this is. My server was expert and pleasant. Wow. What a find is this.

Consistently first rate seafood. Excellent oysters are on hand. Really good steaks for the land…read moreattached. Service is always great. Super comfortable dining room and outdoor dining during the summer. Must try if you are a seafood lover.

Consistently dependable, on time, professional and care. Thankful for finding Augusta Electric,…read morehave counted on multiple times, and every time have followed through with above service. Recently, shout out to Jordan and Zack helping with determining well problem not related to electricity. Narrowed down to who to contact next.

Incredible! Service is quick efficient and friendly. Food is amazingly delicious and music.read more