This spot is the best. We were going tubing down the street, and we needed to get a bite…read morebeforehand. They were out of a couple of things, but you know... #covidsucks! Rose was the sweetest, and she treated us well! We got the chicken salad (very yummy!), grilled cheese, & BLT. Everything was great, and exactly what we needed!

We waited over half hour for two orders of small fries. 8 orders behind us went through. When we…read morecomplained, the response was rude and they suggested we get a refund. We did. Obviously, our order was forgotten. For $6.00 they lost customers forever!

Was in town and decided to try this place out! The set up is nice, with a patio, upstairs and…read moredownstairs. We were sat right away, and our waitress was very nice. We got the bacon wrapped shrimp for an app. and it was phenomenal. The shrimp was giant, and the bacon was tightly wrapped and cooked to perfection. I wish it had came with some sauce though! My boyfriend got the burger, which was very very dry to the point where it was burned. Im not sure if thats the way of cooking it, or we just got a very well-done burger. I would give that a 2.5/5 because the flavor was good. The fries that came with it were delicious! Thin and crispy, reminds me of mcdonalds fries kind of. I ended up with the Rueben and it was delicious! I have had many rubens in my life, that one hands down was the best one I have had. Always get extra sauce on the side! It was packed with ,eat, that was more chopped than shaved, piled high, and the sauce was amazing. It was giant and perfectly cooked. I would go back just for that. Overall, besides the burger everything was great. We will go back!

Tavern on the James is a strange contradiction: it has all of the unfortunate elements of being a…read morebig-city spot and also all the unfortunate elements of being a small-town spot. I came here with a friend after an ill-fated tubing trip hoping to drown our woes with some good food and drink. Instead, we got subpar food at crazy prices, and I didn't even grab a drink they were so expensive. This was extremely surprising since, and no offense to the folks who live here, but Scottsville isn't really close to anything, it's a small town with no real claim to fame. I begrudgingly got a Reuben (which was $16!) and I can tell you as a Reuben-afficionado: it was not world-class. In fact, I would put up a generic Arby's Reuben against this any day. The experience itself was unfortunate: our server made virtually no call-backs, with my drink remaining empty for half our meal. To top that off, the restaurant has its smoking area adjacent to the patio area, so that was a nice aroma to add. I strongly recommend against Tavern on the James, it preys on folks who have no other local options. Skip it, drive if you have to. Overall: 1.0 star --- Pros: - Interesting interior decor, and the patio looks nice. Cons: - High prices for substandard fare, and the drinks are no cheaper. - Service is poor and inattentive. - Parking lot is weirdly arranged. - Overall experience was generally unpleasant and clearly conveyed a "you can't do better nearby" atmosphere.

Seriously amazing sandwiches. Be forewarned: you will have to wait, but it is so worth it! Plus,…read morethe place is charming

When they first opened I ordered (take-out) a burger cooked rare. When wife brought it home I…read morefound that they had burnt it to a cinder. It was so inedible that I threw it in the trash and ate just the bread. I later complained but they ignored my complaint. I live a mile away but why would I ever go back there again?

Great food! Great music! Friendly service We all loved this…read morewonderful market ! The sandwiches were delicious

What a wonderful place. A must for someone who enjoys fresh ingredients, fantastic menu items and…read moregreat customer service. A true gem.

My, my, my...Welp, looks like I'll be driving from Richmond until I work through their menu!…read more This place is "EFFING" legit. I've stood in long lines and paid a lot more for locally loved, (non-tourist-y), cheesesteak spots in Philadelphia that can't hold a daggone candle to this spot in lil' ole semi rural VA. Just a fantastic cheesesteak. Get it with everything. Fantastic bread. I got the seeded. It was perfection. The bread was warm & toasty with the right amount of fillings, whereas somehow the sandwich held together & didn't fall apart upon biting it. Gotta have a functional sang which! Clean place. Clean bathrooms. Most importantly, the owner seems to care.

I was traveling from Richmond Va to Charlottesville and got hungry, then I saw a sign that said…read more"The King of Cheesesteaks." Come on now--you already know I had to stop and see what they were hitting on! Listen, I don't know who Royal or Cooper is, but they are doing something BIG in Troy, Virginia. Everybody claims to have a good cheesesteak, but the bread can make or break the whole sandwich. This bread was soft, the steak was packed with flavor, and everything was done right. But what really took this place over the top was the chopped Italian--10 out of 10! Royals of Troy, you officially have a new customer. Anytime I'm traveling on I-64, this is now one of my stops. Troy, Virginia... it ain't a secret anymore! #RoyalsOfTroy #TroyVirginia #VirginiaFoodie #CheesesteakReview #FoodieRoadTrip I was traveling from Richmond, Va going to Charlottesville Va and got hungry, then I saw a sign that said "The King of Cheesesteaks." Come on now--you already know I had to stop and see what they were hitting on! Listen, I don't know who Royal or Cooper is, but they are doing something BIG in Troy, Virginia. Everybody claims to have a good cheesesteak, but the bread can make or break the whole sandwich. This bread was soft, the steak was packed with flavor, and everything was done right. But what really took this place over the top was the chopped Italian--10 out of 10! Royals of Troy, you officially have a new customer. Anytime I'm traveling on I-64, this is now one of my stops. Troy, Virginia... it ain't a secret anymore! #FoodReview #RVA #Smallbusiness #Cheesesteak #Fyp

This is our second visit to Basic Necessities and we found it to be delightful both times. It truly…read moreis a rare gem. Saturday evenings they have real nice soft life music in keeping with the peaceful atmosphere. The meals have been interesting and delicious. Love the rotating menu. Will most definitely return when we're back that way. Margot

We've driven past here several times while in the area and finally decided to stop in this winter…read more I'm glad we did. We also ate here this spring. Both times has its charms! Food (5/5): Best grilled cheese! We always split one and get the daily soup. We've not been disappointed. If you get a bottle of wine you pay a corkage fee. Service (5/5): Always nice service here! Ambiance (4/5): This reminds me of being in an eclectic country house. The rustic decor reminds me of a grandma- perfect for the country grandma vibe!

i had no idea what to expect walking in to a gas station for lunch. we had been recommended this…read moreplace by a local so we checked it out. it is a full service restaurant inside a gas station. the menu is solid and service was quick. i got the pulled pork sandwich - one of the best i have ever had, SO good, and the tater tots on the side were great. very affordable for a solid portion

A fun casual place for lunch. Our group ordered the party melt, the grilled cheese, the single…read morecheeseburger and Carolina burger. We also ordered the fried pickles and cheese curds as well as some beers and ciders. It was a good place for us to meet up and catch up. The service was fast and very friendly. The seating is limited. They have outdoor seating but it was raining the day we went. Everyone liked their burgers although one person said it was a bit small. The cheese curds and pickles were over breaded and overfried. The grilled cheese had hardly any cheese on it but the cook did accommodate my request to add tomato which was appreciated. This place has potential.

Traveling home & stopped to use the restroom. Noticed they had food...WOW!!! Such an unassuming…read moreplace! Mac & cheese was amazing! Fried okra was perfect! What a hidden gem!

I made one my frequent stops to this gas station market with reliably tasty food and quick service;…read moreand even a couple of high top tables, if you want to eat there. I had a fried chicken breast and potato wedges. The chicken breast was large and juicy, with a salty, savory fried coating. The large amount of potato wedges actually cost more than the chicken and I always eat them first (in the car). The potatoes are covered in breading and fried to be fluffy inside with a subtle salty, spicy taste. I will go back for some more chicken and wedges soon. They also have a rewards program. Yay!

Best sandwiches and donuts around! Super nice owner. Great Amish food items. Give them a try and…read moresupport locals.

Stumpled upon this spot , and man it was amazing! I got a Dutch apple pie, and maple cinnamon…read morerolls! They were absolutely delicious

Folks, let me tell you something. Amici's in Scottsville--tremendous pizza. Absolutely tremendous…read more People are talking about it. Smart people, hungry people, people who know pizza. They're saying, "How do they do it? How is the cheese so perfect? How is the crust so beautiful?" And I tell them, it's Amici's. That's what they do. You walk in, and immediately you know: this is not fake pizza. This is not weak pizza. This is strong pizza. Very strong. The sauce? Incredible. The toppings? Perfect. The cheese pull? Maybe the best cheese pull anyone has ever seen. Some people are saying that. I don't know, but they're saying it.

Took a trip into Scottsville on a Monday and found this small eatery open on Monday (many places…read moreclosed on Mondays). We both ordered the Philly Cheesesteak sub with the works and a side of onion rings to split. De-licious! Bread was the soft Italian bread stuffed with seasoned hot meat. Onion rings perfectly fried -crisp outside and no slimy onion inside. Each bite was the perfect combo. Service was very fast and friendly. Our server was able to answer a few questions about the area and what was open complete with directions. Small venue with 4 and 6 top tables. A little pricey, but worth it for what needed up being 2 servings for each of us. We will be back!