Great pizza!!! Loved the thin crust and choice of tasty toppings. Incredibly good tavern style…read morepizza (look that up--it's the other Chicago style). We had brussel sprouts as an appetizer and two pizzas for three people. The sprouts were not only delicious but a big serving--plenty of food for the three of us. Who knew that Roanoke would have such good pizza? Plus a delicious old fashioned made with Woodford bourbon. Check it out!

We visited the Yard Bird Tavern in downtown Roanoke. Finding a spot can be a bit of a gamble;…read moreunless you're lucky enough to snag a space at the curb, you should expect to pay for parking. ​Atmosphere & Menu ​Upon entering, we found the restaurant pleasantly sophisticated, though it was nearly at capacity. While we opted not to explore the drink menu, we were eager to see what the kitchen had to offer. The menu itself is concise, focusing primarily on wings, sandwiches, and pizzas, supplemented by a few small appetizers. ​The culinary style is quite eclectic. They feature several unconventional toppings and flavor combinations that might seem a bit eccentric at first glance. ​The Culinary Experience ​I decided on a flatbread-style pizza topped with: ​Smoked chicken ​Pickles ​Peppadew-style peppers (which resembled small cherry tomatoes) ​A tangy, zesty sauce reminiscent of an enchilada base with an extra "zing." ​My wife opted for a "build-your-own" pizza featuring red onions, pepperoni, and bell peppers. Although she realized too late that she had forgotten to request light sauce, she noticed the oversight immediately upon the dish's arrival. ​Service Observations ​The service was a bit of a mixed bag. Our waitress was professional but remarkably brisk. She lacked the usual pleasantries or "small talk" one might expect, focusing instead on efficiency. While her haste felt a bit impersonal, I couldn't complain about her attentiveness--she was incredibly prompt at refilling my iced tea the moment my glass was empty. Make sure you bring your pocketbook this pizza brings a sting at the register.

Delicious subs, generous portions, friendly owner. One if a kind, our go-to sub shop since we moved…read moreto Roanoke recently

I wish I could give this place a great review but unfortunately, I cannot. Although the guy making…read morea sandwich was really nice the sandwiches were mediocre best and extremely expensive for what you got! We got two small Panini's and one bottled Coke and the total bill came to $28! And if these were amazing, incredible sandwiches, maybe I could swallow that but it's extremely overpriced for what you get.

...so, yup had lots more dental work today, 9/29/26.. Afterwards we decided to stop in Capriotti's…read more& place and order as we were on that side of town. There was a man at the counter. Not sure if he was a mgr, owner or both, but he was super kind & highly professional. Randy discussed our last delivery order. He provided us with a tuna sub at no cost. Randy's sandwich looks & smells terrific. That's literally all it took to win us back. He apologized for the sub-par experience we had & made it right. THANK U to CAPROTTI'S & to him. Absolutely delicious subs, folks! *note: I never went to the site this business prompted me to go to so, no double dipping here. I'm always willing to pay a fair price for anything & double-dipping equals 'theft' in my book. Thx again CAPRIOTTI's AND to the gentleman that handled our order in-person today! So to start with, understand our order was placed directly by calling Caprrioti's. We did not order on DoorDash, though DoorDash did deliver. That said, we ordered a Philly cheesesteak w/extra cheese & a tuna. Tuna because I'd had some dental work & it would be easier to eat. The order arrived with a cheesesteak w/no cheese & NO tuna for me! So we called the restaurant back to complain. The response was incredulous!! Some dizzy twit told us they didn't have tuna that day. AND she only makes $8 an hour!! ZERO sandwich & ZERO refund! Their business seems to operate by selling things they simply don't have to serve & yes I'm still furious. If they didn't have tuna that day-why did they sell me tuna?!? Thievery is a pathetic business plan. BUY AT UR OWN RISK. *Note this FACT. A customer that received poor service tells 10 people. A customer that receives great service tells 3 people. That's changed with Yelp.

I love this place im not gonna sit here and say its the most affordable place but if I want a good…read moresub and fries this is my go to no questions asked I love the staff they are all very welcoming

I had heard about Jersey Mike's through word of mouth, but never had I imagined in my wildest dream…read morehow good it would be; nor that it would be "Above the rest." After being awarded the NC Triad Yelp Squad Yelper of the Year 2024 Award at the Yelpies Award Ceremony last year, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, celebrating their contributions and accomplishments throughout the year, I decided that this year, as an All-Star Yelp Elite, I not only wanted to be the first to discover new restaurants and businesses, and bring them to the attention of the public, but also to uncover those found in hidden paths that for one reason or another have not reached the public in its totality. And Jersey Mike's Subs, near the Tanglewood Mall, in Roanoke, Virginia, is a perfect example. Located in a modern small strip mall next to Panda Express on the premises of Tanglewood Mall, this small sub shop has always been there since I knew about it. But now all of a sudden, I was tired of hearing about it, and decided to go see for myself and experience what the hype is all about. When I arrived I parked on one of the parking spaces in front of the sub shop. Its front was all windows with a bright red OPEN sign. Its shop front sign read "Since 1956 Jersey Mike's Subs." Little did I know that Jersey Mike's Subs began in 1956 as Mike's Subs, a single store sandwich shop in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, founded by Mike Ingravalo. Then in 1975, a 17 year old employee named Peter Cancro purchased the business with a loan from his football coach and began to grow it. The company was rebranded as Jersey Mike's Subs in 1987 to emphasize its New Jersey origins, and under Cancro's leadership, it expanded to become the national and international chain it is today. As I got closer to its glass door, the glow of its light inside somehow told me that this was not your usual sub shop. The place was clean and organized, with a wall of black & white photographs celebrating its origin. And a team of friendly and efficient employees behind the counter preparing the subs of the customers lined up. When my term to order came up, I ordered The Original Italian, in white sub buns, regular size. As soon as I ordered, the young lady employee started to slice the fresh meats for my sub and piling them up on the freshly baked sub buns. Then she passed it on to another employee who asked me if I wanted it Mike's Way with "the Juice." Little did I know at the time what that meant, but she described it as with onions, lettuce, tomatoes, spices, and the Juice (a red wine vinigar & olive oil blend). It did not take long for me to assimilate the jargon here. Then, after placing large amounts of these items in the sub, she asked me if I wanted any other ingredient from there, and she placed generous amounts of the items I requested, such as pickles and banana peppers. When she finished, I realized that that has been the Italian Sub with the most fresh meats and toppings that I have ever had. And I understood first hand why they call it "Above the Rest." I made it a combo with chips and a Cherry Pepsi softdrink. I invite you to view my photographs and video clips accompanying this review to get a better sense of the place and the quality of the food. Then you will realize why I highly recommend this sub shop. And why I had an extraordinary dining experience here. One above the rest.

Had a very nice experience with Princess and Pink Hair! VERY accommodating and friendly especially…read moreduring a busy time of day! Great, fresh, customized sandwiches! Be back soon!

I personally enjoy this place its right next door to my work employees and staff are niceread more

This was my very first time dining here, but after successfully purchasing a beautiful 2022 Lexus…read moreES 350 at Brambleton Imports, I sort of have developed an interest in many of the businesses located on Brambleton Ave. After being awarded the Triad Yelper of the Year 2024 Award at the Yelpies Award Ceremony last year, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, I decided that this year, as an All-Star Yelp Elite, I not only wanted to be the first to discover new restaurants and bring them to the attention of the public, but also to uncover those found in hidden paths that for one reason or another have not reached the public in its totality. And Brambleton Deli in Roanoke, Virginia, is the perfect example. So today, I decided to have dinner here and try it out. Arriving a little before six, their front parking lot was already full. Luckily the parking lot continues around the side.of their building and into the back where it turns into an even larger parking lot. After parking my car in a safe spot, I walked to the front of the restaurant and entered through the front door after passing by their outdoor dining patio. There was already a long line of customers waiting to be seated. But with patience the friendly hostess got to me and brought me to one of the booths of the place. My friendly server Kelty soon arrived to greet me and take my order. To drink I ordered a Sweet Ice Tea. As an appetizer I wanted to have their Mini Corn Dogs but they were so many for one person that the server suggested I have the Kids Mini Corn Dog as appetizer and I did. For my main course I had their Pork Barbecue Platter, with Pit Cooked Pork, Cole Slaw and Onion Rings as side items. The 6 mini corn dogs were delicious, crunchy on the outside and soft in the inside, and having them made the wait shorter. The BBQ sauce came on the side. While the food was cooking my server came by to check on.me and give me a refill of Sweet Ice Tea. I asked her about where the bar was and she told me on the other side.of the restaurant and that some nights they have live music there. I figured if it was so crowded today on those nights it must really be crowded. By this time the food was ready and brought to my booth. The Pork was fresh and juicy, and after I spread the BBQ sauce over it, it was even better, the Onion Rings and Cole Slaw were also very good. And the Reese's Peanut Butter Pie was outstanding. After I paid the bill, I went for a walk to see the bar and the area where they play live music some nights. On the other side of the restaurant and next to the bar, this other dining area is more elegant and stylist in part for the quality of the furniture and lighting treatment. Can't wait to come again some night with a group of friends to listen to the live music. I definitely recommend this place as somewhere to go and spend some quality time in a relaxed environment, with good food at reasonable prices and to top it off live entertainment.

A nice specialty grocery with deli counter…read more I was too late to catch the deli counter but browsed and got a loaf of sourdough from a vendor. From my limited experience I would return.

Never in my wildest dreams could I have imagined such an extraordinary Grocery and Cafe that opened…read moreits doors in 2019 after quality extensive renovations to Tinnell's Finer Foods, when it closed its doors after 82 years of serving the South Roanoke community. When I came to visit this place for the first time I had no idea that it had a close relationship to the River and Rail Restaurant which I reviewed last year, giving it the highest rank of my Five Star reviews ever. When doing my research for this review I found out that the long-time Roanoke residents, Whit and Lauren Ellerman, the owners of Crystal Spring Grocery, are also the owners of the River and Rail Restaurant, located on the same block as Crystal Spring Grocery. The Ellermans clearly have an eye for recognizing the possibilities of vacant buildings and the talents of others and a vision of how they can come up with something as wonderful as this establishment. Gourmet grocery store and Cafe is a short definition of what Crystal Spring Grocery Company is all about. But I must go more in depth of what makes it so special and unique beside being gourmet. First of all I was very impressed with the interior design of the building space. Simple yet beautiful in its simplicity. I particularly loved its shiny whitish gray floors, and the green furniture and design, throughout the Grocery as well as Cafe. Also, I was very impressed with the windows and lighting treatment of the place. Second, I was very impressed with the quality and organization of the food items and wines, in the Grocery area. Third, with the menu items and quality of the food coming out of the kitchen of the Cafe. I had an Iced Sweet Tea to drink, and a Chicken Sandwich with Fries to eat. Everything was amazingly delicious. And last, but not least, I was highly impressed with the quality of your employees; with the ones behind the counter up front and the ones taking the orders and handing them out in the Cafe area. They all were so friendly and welcoming and at the same time so knowledgeable and organized, providing exceptional customer service individual and working as Team players. I highly recommend this Grocery and Cafe to everyone reading my review and viewing my photographs accompanying this review. This place is another gem in the this neighborhood.

Sometimes in the least expected places you find the most delicious culinary treasures. This is the…read morecase of Bellacino's Pizza & Grinders, which I happened to discover while driving pass by the Old Country Plaza, in Roanoke, Virginia. After being awarded the NC Triad Yelp Squad Yelper of the Year 2024 Award at the Yelpies Award Ceremony last year, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, celebrating their contributions and accomplishments throughout the year, I decided that this year, as an All-Star Yelp Elite, I not only wanted to be the first to discover new restaurants and businesses, and bring them to the attention of the public, but also to uncover those found in hidden paths that for one reason or another have not reached the public in its totality. And Bellacino's Pizza & Grinders, in Roanoke, Virginia, is a perfect example. When I saw a sign for this Italian Restaurant, there was something in me that told me I had to stop to try it. I arrived around 6:00 pm for dinner, as the gray clouds started to form. But even before I walked in, I ran into a customer walking out carrying his box of pizza and looking so happy and satisfied. So much so that I told him who I was and asked permission to take a photograph to include in my review, and he gladly obliged. Then I looked at all the signs they had on the windows and proceeded to walk in the restaurant. It had a comfortable feeling to it and you could tell that almost all the customers there were repeat customers. I saw a menu on the wall and began to study it. When it was my turn to order at the counter a very friendly and kind young lady greated me and took my order. I ordered an 8 inch Bellacino's Pride Pizza as my main entrée. It contained pepperoni, ham, sausage, mushrooms, green peppers, onion, black olives & mozzarella cheese. To drink they had Pepsi products so I had a regular Pepsi with free refills. As I waited I saw that all their employees worked closely together in teamwork. When my food was ready one of their employees brought it out to my table. That was a welcome gesture since in many pizza places you have to get up and get it. The Pizza was 8 inches, just the right size for one person. In most places they don't have this size. It looked wonderful and tasted amazingly delicious. I invite you to view my photographs accompanying this review to get a better sense of the place and the quality of the food. It tasted so good. From flavor and texture of it dough to the freshness and flavor of its ingredients, and the quality of its sauce and mozzarella cheese. I enjoyed eating it so much that in the future I plan to bring a in a plastic bag some chorizo (Spanish sausage), and ask them to make me a pizza with this. In conclusion, I highly recommend this Pizza Place. For its relaxing ambiance, amazingly food, and excellent customer service, exceeding my highest expectations and providing an extraordinary dining experience. What a great pizza review to end the celebration of the National Month of the Pizza!

Placed an order for pickup and got a 16" cheese and 16" vegetable pizza. Pizza was hot and ready…read morewhen I arrived to pick it up. Staff was friendly and appeared to be happy to be there. Received great, friendly, and prompt service. Inside of restaurant was clean and very pleasant. Looked like a great place to visit and eat. Looking forward to coming back. Pizza was cut in square pieces - not my favorite, but pizza was delicious. I can deal with the square pieces for good pizza, but you probably need to specify with them if you are not one who likes changes from tradition.

Today, just only two weeks after opening, I discovered a very unique family-owned business by two…read morevery friendly and unique husband and wife partners. After being awarded the Triad Yelper of the Year 2024 Award at the Yelpies Award Ceremony last year, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, I decided that this year, as an All-Star Yelp Elite, I not only wanted to be the first to discover new shops and restaurants and bring them to the attention of the public, but also to uncover those found in hidden paths that for one reason or another have not reached the public in its totality. And 7 Stars Lounge in West Downtown Roanoke, Virginia, is the perfect example. 7 Stars Lounge is a very unique business indeed. It's a combination of a Cigar Lounge, Bar, and Cafe. After retiring, Larry the co-owner with his wife Mini decided to open a business that embodied the things that they enjoy most in life. The husband enjoys smoking a good cigar, relaxing in a leather recliner, while watching a large screen TV or talking with friends. So originated the concept of a Cigar Lounge. In their business, this lounge is located in a separate adjacent room with leather recliners, side tables, large screen TVs, and two pool tables. Just outside of this room is a humidifier room where they have a great variety of quality cigars for sale. While other Cigar Lounges make you pay for a membership in order to enjoy the place. Here, as long as you purchase any item from the Cigar store, Bar, or Cafe. You have the right to enjoy the Cigar Lounge for free. The wife's, who is a Chinese native, and co-owner of the business, favorite food is the Chicago Hot Dog. So they decided that the Cafe specialty would center around the genuine Chicago-style Hot Dog, with autentic Vienna Beef Hot Dogs. This hot dog is inserted into a soft poppyseed bun and topped with mustard, Chicago-style relish, chopped onions, half-sliced tomatoes, a pickle spear, and a sport pepper, to give it that extra crunch and flavor. Besides this, they also have other Hot Dogs like the Chili Hot Dog, the Kraut Hot Dog, and the Original Hot Dog. As for me I like a good hot dog, so I welcome this new addition to the culinary lineup in the Star City. The menu also includes some Sandwiches, Breakfast Sandwiches, Bakery items, Salads, and authentic Fried Rice cooked by the wife. She is also planning on cooking freshly made donuts from scratch. The Bar they plan to have will only have beers (draft brews like Stella Artois and Heineken plus bottles and cans) and a selection of wines. The restaurant's space itself is a nice size and furnished with quality wood tables and chairs. They already plan to hold a group party their which will consume a selection of items from their menu. Today, I ordered two Chicago style Hot Dogs and a can of Dr Pepper to drink. And they tasted amazingly delicious. Specially the quality of the Vienna Beef franks, which is known for their signature snap, that you don't find in many other hot dog places. And the fresh and soft poppyseed buns that topped off the favor and texture of the dogs, not including the other wonderful ingredients. I'm not a smoker so one of my concerns going to eat there was if the smoke of the Cigar Lounge would reach the Cafe, and I can assure you it didn't. The door that devides the two is very tight. My other concern was the parking situation. But in front of the business they have several parking spaces for the exclusive use of their customers. I highly recommend this place for those who enjoy the different items I've written about in this review. The owners are so friendly and nice that we should give them our support. I'm looking forward to returning one morning to have breakfast there, and to trying out their homemade donuts and fried rice.

Chicago Dogs keep me coming back Friendly service…read more Relaxed Atmosphere to chill with a friend over a drink.

The food is amazing. I got the Titanic Sandwich it was fire. The service was good. I would…read morerecommend going. The only problems I've had is the bathroom is dirty sometimes. Overall a good place to eat.

The food has gone downhill. The restaurant is dirty. You can always tell how clean a restaurant is…read moreby checking out the bathroom. If it is not clean then the kitchen is probably not clean. Service was very slow and not that many people there. The whole restaurant needs to be deep cleaned and refreshed. The Health Department needs to do a better job inspecting it!

When I first heard about this place, I never gave it much thought. A chicken salad sounded so…read moresimple, yet the power of an idea of creating the best for the enjoyment of the public in an amazing ambiance, gave brilliance to this idea, and delivered. After being awarded the NC Triad Yelp Squad Yelper of the Year 2024 Award at the Yelpies Award Ceremony last year, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, celebrating their contributions and accomplishments throughout the year, I decided that this year, as an All-Star Yelp Elite, I not only wanted to be the first to discover new restaurants and businesses, and bring them to the attention of the public, but also to uncover those found in hidden paths that for one reason or another have not reached the public in its totality. And this Chicken Salad Chick, located in Tanglewood Mall, in Roanoke, Virginia, is a perfect example. Founded in 2008 by Stacy and Kevin Brown in Auburn, Alabama. They turned their love for chicken salad into a thriving business. Overcoming all odds and obstacles along the way, that led to the final result: a well polished restaurant dedicated not only to serving the best chicken salad around, but also with its true purpose of spreading joy through its innovative menu items and enriching lives through the warmth of Southern Hospitality found there. From the moment I walked into the restaurant I not only was impressed by its cleanliness and amazing decor, but by its welcoming atmosphere. I was greeted by friendly smiles that made me feel right at home, providing an exceptional dining experience right from the start. The order taker at the counter was very helpful in describing the menu and showing me how to order in this my very first visit, and I can assure you won't be the last, but first of many, many, more. I ordered the BLT Chicken Salad in a Cranberry Kelli Sandwich Croissant with a Pasta Salad side, and a regular counter drink. After paying with my credit card, they gave me the receipt, a cup which I later filled with Root Beer, and a number to place on the table for one of their employees to bring me my order when ready. I invite you to view my photographs accompanying this review to get a better sense of the place and the quality of the food; for a picture is worth a thousand words. The Pasta Salad was exquisite and just the right amount. The Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwich was extraordinary. And they even included a small version of their dessert cookie. One of their employees came around to check on us to see if everything was of our liking. In conclusion, I had highly recommend this restaurant, after having an exceptional dining experience. From the very beginning my expectations of the restaurant were raised and at the end, the dining experience far exceeded the highest of expectations.

Delicious food, great staff that helped us decide what to order and checked in on us after our food…read morewas delivered to make sure it was right. Friendly atmosphere, light and refreshing food on an incredibly hot day. We will be back to try some of the other salads!