We had a wonderful dinner at Element, during a brief visit to the Shenandoah Valley. The salmon was…read moreperfect and the sea scallops were inspired. And the salad had a fabulous mix of beets, chick seas, fresh lettuces and tomatoes. The service was attentive and unibstrusive. The decor created just the right atmosphere .

I just hosted my third group (28) dinner at the Element. Like the first two, it was superb!…read more Needless to say the food was delicious, but what really makes it special is the service. The table settings and ambiance are elegant and every aspect of the dinner , from the drinks before- the service during-and the after dinner are amazing. I rate everything 5 stars and unhesitatingly recommend this restaurant- for a special dinner for two or a large group. You will not be disappointed!!!

Stopped at Vibrissa twice while visiting Front Royal!…read more The first night we went for dinner and drinks and we both enjoyed our meal and beers. The next day we went back just for the stout - so good! Fast, friendly service - worth checking out

The food was amazing and our server Melissa made it an incredible evening. We had a very private…read moreseat on the deck and the view of the sunset was perfect too. Can't wait to come back.

Food with depth of flavor!! Service from Ms Destiny that was…read moreprofessional, kind, FUN, & prompt. Positive energy in community... they even had free swing dancing at 7:00. We will be back

Went with my Grandkids to watch NCAA basketball Final Four and eat dinner. Food was terrific--great…read moretaste--large portions. Staff was INCREDIBLE!! Had a FANTASTIC TIME!!

Super hole in the wall type of place. If you're looking to take out a date for a quiet atmosphere…read morethen this is the spot. It's fairly esthetic, lots of things to look at around the place. Very interesting stuff in the room. Best part is that it's quiet, you can easily hold a conversation without having to talk loud.

Great place to hang out with friends or a date night. We loved the laid back atmosphere and…read moreeclectic decorations and the drinks were delicious. My type of place.

Knotty Pine Restaurant is a quaint friendly slice of Americana…read more After visiting Luray Caverns on Saturday August 16, we stopped in for lunch and enjoyed freshly made cheeseburgers with fries and a potato pancake. The decor and atmosphere evoke a bygone era. Warm and memorable restaurant! Service was prompt and cordial. Food was delicious! It is cash only but they have an atm inside.

The Hefty Pine Breakfast Special (available every day) is what I went for: that hit the spot. A…read moreclassic diner meal. The side of Scrapple was equally delicious Hot tea was served in the cutest cup and saucer: the waitstaff and customers were all friendly. CASH ONLY in case you don't know.

Incredibly fun bar! We visited here earlier in the month and loved it. We got to sample shooters…read morefrom the bartender that were delicious and the inside is just a really fun vibe. The cocktails and selection of beer are both really good. The bartenders were very nice and the inside is decorated nicely. We would definitely be back!

This place is super cute. I was told about it from the Martini's family when we meet at some work…read moretraining. I decided to take my husband out on a date night. Getting to it was very easy, and people picked us off the street asking if we were looking for it and we said yes and they walked us right in before we even got to the door. I love that this place has a TRUE happy hour. Coinvent prices and nice drink options. I was the difficult child that wanted something not on menu but I gave a lot of leeway for the variation - just not the spirit. Was great! We had 2 drinks each and each ordered our own HH item for food fish tacos and a pep pizza. All of it was around $50 for everything. I am definitely planning another date night up this way specifically to come here again!

Great Find In Luray…read more Went hiking with my family in Shenandoah National Park this weekend and overnighted in Luray. We happened across The Chop House by mistake and a lucky one it was! Everything about the meal was fantastic! Our server Pete was terrific. My brother-in-law hit the nail on the head when he said "He was the most unpretentious, informative and friendly server I've run across". Very polite and helpful, you could just tell it made Pete happy to be helpful. The menu is not large, but the dishes we ordered were all top notch. First the Focaccia Bread came and it was just right, a good sigh of things to come. Next the Crab Dip. We are from Annapolis, a crab crazy town on the Chesapeake, where every restaurant has their own "award winning" crab dip, so we are very well acquainted with some of the best, but this one knocked it out of the park. It would win the "Best of Annapolis 2026" if this restaurant was in Annapolis. Next came the Sirloin, at Pete's recommendation. Salted perfectly, and cooked correctly to medium rare, with a side of asparagus cooked to crisp perfection and seasoned with a garlic butter that was just fantastic. We rapped it up with a flight of deserts to share, at Pete's recommendation. Deconstructed Cheese Cake, German Chocolate Cake, Creme Brûlée, and three of their house made ice creams. Again, just Wow. And when the bill came, again a very pleasant surprise. Steak dinner for 4, with cocktails and wine and the bill came to $250. Back in Annapolis that meal would have easily been $400 or more at Lunes Steakhouse, Ruth Chris or the Chart House. My wife and I agreed this meal was better than any we've had at any of these high end resturants. I can't recommend this place highly enough. We'll be back, and nothing against the other servers, but we'll make sure it's on a night Pete is working. Great job Pete and to everyone in the kitchen, just a terrific meal. Jason Hinsch Annapolis, MD

Everything about the Chop House is top tier from the location and ambiance to service and food…read more Nestled in a cozy little area of town, in what appears to be an old home, it is truly a hidden gem of the state of Virginia. We were seated right away in a room at the top of the stairs at a cozy table for two. The decor is quietly gorgeous, subdued color yet bright and welcoming. After a couple minutes with the menu our delightful server came for drink and appetizer orders. We selected two of the bourbon cocktails and the crab dip then continued to peruse the menu for our entree selections. It was hard to choose from the delicious options but I landed on the catfish and hubby the filet. The drinks were divine sips, crafted expertly and the crab dip was delicately balanced with the crab, seasoning and cheese. The chips were warm and crispy which added great texture to the dip. Hubby's steak was cooked to temp perfectly and he said the mac and cheese was the best he'd ever had! I'm not sure how to describe how good the catfish was, dare I say clean and fresh! The coating was seasoned well and the fish was delicious, paired with asparagus and mashed potatoes, I was in comfort food heaven! I so very highly recommend the Chop House and hope you find it as wonderful as we did!

Absolutely love this place! Bar ambience on point with some good accent lighting and playing the…read morenatural wood tones. They have a small market next door with so many great home made foods! This place is a must if stopping through for some of the site! Bartender Craig was rad and had some great service !

Had so much fun with friends enjoying their fall cocktails (and weather). The bartenders were so…read moresweet and the atmosphere was very cozy. I don't even like gin and I got 3 drinks of their professor plum special as well as the rest of my table after trying mine. Will definitely be back!

Third visit another 3/3. I tried the coconut shrimp this time and even my kids couldn't stop eating…read moreit. Forgot how big the sushi rolls were but they were devoured. At this point I'm going to try the whole menu! Had no problem getting a table for four at 5pm on a Sunday.

Songbird has such a beautiful, cozy vibe perfect for a rainy day. I stumbled upon this gem while…read moresearching for a sushi spot for lunch, and I'm so glad I did. We started with the fried chicken bao, which was saucy, crunchy, and paired perfectly with the soft, fluffy bao bun. My husband ordered the vegetable spring rolls, which he thought were just okay. Next, I had the Dynamic sushi roll, and it was excellent. The shrimp tempura inside was warm with the perfect crunch, which paired beautifully with the spicy tuna on top. For my entrée, I ordered the Singapore rice noodles, and they were by far the best I've ever had full of flavor and perfectly cooked. My husband had the fried rice with vegetables, and he really enjoyed his dish as well. We also tried the lychee cocktails, which were smooth and delicious, though a bit on the pricey side for my liking. As for the service, I have no complaints. Our food came out promptly, and our drinks were consistently refilled. Overall, it was a great experience, and I would definitely come back to try more dishes on the menu.

Great piano show last night! Daddy date with my son was a success! Will bring the whole family next…read moretime.

We rented the entire Bright Box in gorgeous Winchester VA for our wedding. The venue provided a…read moreunique yet eloquent tone for our special day. It was especially convenient to have Catering, DJ, and media all wrapped into one venue. Nick (Bright Box event coordinator) and the rest of the Bright Box staff were very friendly, accommodating, and helpful during our day. Nick worked very well with our Day of Coordinator to ensure all needs provided by the Bright Box were met promptly. We thoroughly enjoyed the Bright Box for our wedding. Having both the downstairs for our ceremony and dance floor coupled with the upstairs for cocktail hour, pictures, and a quite talking place away from the music made our day complete and provided great flexibility for our guests. We also enjoyed the outside sitting area with our guests on an amazing weather day. Thank you Nick & Bright Box for an amazing day, we're looking forward to checking out a show for our anniversary!