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    The Hatch

    3.3 (170 reviews)
    ModerateSouthern, Sandwiches
    Open 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Bbq chicken sandwich and fries
    Sharon M.

    My niece suggested we try as we dont live too far and decided to give it a try! We sat outside as it waa lovely out. There was plenty of shade which made it perfect. Chairs are metal and a bit uncomfy and if you wear short shorts/skirt, you are gonna stick! We were there at lunch and didnt order drinks but a neighboring table had a mess of blueberry margaritas that looked amazing. Several items were not available so we ordered around it. I had a chicken sandwich with bbq sauce abd mac n cheese on it. It was tasty and messy - i ended up pulling the mac n cheese off and eating it like a side. The chicken breast was huge but perhaps a tad too much bbq sauce on it. My granddaughter had the chicken caesar wrap and mac n cheese. She thoroughly loved the mac n cheese but the wrap had a much higher percentage of lettuce than chicken - still tasty. And my husband had a grilled chicken sandwich with veggies including avocado. All in all - not bad but too much food for us at lunch!

    Alex W.

    I've heard so much about this place that I just had to try. There was a lot going on in town and they were extremely busy, but still provided outstanding service. Sadly I didn't try the food, only the raspberry purée, margarita mimosa, and original orange juice mimosa. It was hot outside so we only came for a drink. My next visit I'm definitely trying the food.

    Shrimp & Grits
    Dana A.

    I was in town for the Virginia governors housing conference, and my group decided to check out this spot for a late dinner on a Thursday night. This restaurant is located in the middle of downtown Roanoke adjacent to several other restaurants and a food court as well. So there's definitely options. Parking seems to be fairly limited, but I'm sure there is a parking garage or two nearby. We walked from the Hotel Roanoke conference center so parking wasn't a concern. As we entered into the restaurant, we were immediately greeted by the hostess, who also seem to be the main wait staff and the bartender. She did a great job of holding the table down while also manning other tables and running orders back-and-forth. This is a place with a pretty extensive menu for its size and so we were pretty surprised at the depth of choices. However, I found the food to be overall well prepared, and pretty enjoyable. Drinks were also good as we ordered a couple of the specials off of the menu. Definitely a place. I would return to again the next time I'm in Roanoke.

    The Bacon Ranch
    Lauren T.

    A group of 4 of us went to TH on a Tuesday evening. We sat outside despite it being chilly since the outdoor area was heated. Our server was polite, helpful, and very accommodating. We did have to switch tables since our first table was not steady. Throughout our meal there was a lingering alternative smoke smell, similar to those who garden iykyk. The music was very good, early 00's r&b. Our food was overall good. Nothing overly special. Two of us had chicken sandwiches, which were great except we both agreed the chicken was dry. One person had a cobb salad, which was very good, and the other had shrimp, which were flavorful. Not a bad experience, not the best, and not the first choice if we come back to visit.

    Mac and cheese side and The Bacon Ranch
    Erienne T.

    Where is the cheese?? Great drinks and great service. But for a place that has Mac and cheese bowls on the menu, you would think that the side of Mac and cheese would be cheesy. I'm not sure where the cheese was, but it was not in my bowl. Chicken sandwiches were good but dry. Hush puppies were excellent!!! Again, great drinks, service, and hush puppies. Don't bother with the Mac n cheese.

    Inside down the one side.
    Thomas L.

    June 23, 2025 - 2 for lunch after HOURS of driving. Came off the major highway about 6 miles out of our way..... reviews and comments looked good. Wife got the Caesar salad with steak. She reported fresh greens and a nicely cooked product/steak. 9/10 I was looking for a veggie/vegan option-like thing and got the veggie handheld. I had been driving for about 6 1/2 hours up from Murphy NC along 81 so I might have not read what I thought I was getting... the fried green tomato, plant based patty, and the brioche bun were pretty oily and coasted and fried.... I actually ended up with indigestion later from all the fried oil in the green tomato breading and exterior, the plant based patty as well was grilled in oil or somewhere and I am not sure what the plant based composition was made of??? this was a 4/10 type of item for me. I got a side of baked beans that were okay but wildly sugary and sweet and liquidy. 7/10 Service was pretty good and the pricing was moderate and typically at about $15 for the veggie burger, the Caesar and Steak at $19 was in range.

    The Heat with fries.
    Josh D.

    My co-workers came here for lunch and we all got something different. All of us thought our meals were delicious. I got "The Heat" chicken sandwich with fries. I would definitely eat it again!! The service was top notch! The ambience is very causal. Located downtown, I bet this place gets a ton of business during the day! I'll definitely eat here again!

    Southern Fried Chicken

    The food looks absolutely amazing, the service was great and the surrounding area is gorgeous even including an outside sitting area. The food is southern but honestly was disappointing, not terrible but not amazing. What was amazing is the cornbread! My entire table had mashed potatoes & it was weirdly thick, the texture was completely off, almost like it was made with too much corn starch. We had a chicken that was very blood and undercooked, but received a full refund for that order, which was very much appreciated. The Mac & cheese is mid honestly, the seasoning on the chicken was just okay, the seafood platter was also just okay. I would honestly recommend the hatch handhelds + cornbread of course, not the entrees. The appetizers were good.

    Mashed, boxed potatoes  Mac & cheese Meatloaf with gravy.. request no gravy... cornbread was like Jiffy mix.

    Ambiance was exciting. Wait staff were kind. BUT, the food however was 5/10. The Mac & cheese was disappointing. Meatloaf would have been a 10 but the brown gravy on top wasn't appetizing. Mushrooms were good. Chicken tenders for my child was a chicken breast cut into slices. I really want to come back but, my first experience today was disappointing.

    Biscuits and Green Gravy..for Saint Patrick's Day!
    Mark W.

    Another great Brunch this past Sunday. Great Service and quick. Parked right in front and was very convenient.

    Brunch cocktail list
    Whitney W.

    The atmosphere is amazing, right downtown in center of the square. Indoor, outdoor,& bar seating available. My friend and I came for brunch and I got the chicken and biscuit and it was divine, she got the chicken and waffle sampler, equally as yummy. The many different mimosa flavors was unlike any other brunch place I've been! Impressive!

    A sign outside the entrance with colorful flowers.
    Manuel M.

    A relaxing environment where to enjoy an amazing Southern cuisine can't even begin to describe what The Hatch is all about. 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 it would be appropriate this year to go back to this restaurant and write a follow-up review, since my initial review was one of my reviews that contributed to me obtaining this highly esteemed Award. Today I decided to revisit this restaurant and enjoy some good Southern Cruise. The Host warmly greeted me and took me to my table. My server Gemma soon arrived with a big smile to take my order. I asked her if they had any Mocktails. She told me that she can have one made. I asked for a Margarita Mocktail. Amazingly she came back with three alternative Margarita's flavor. I picked the peach one. What their bartender created was a masterpiece of Mocktail. It tasted as good as it looked. To start off with I order their Hushpuppies appetizer with their special butter. They are the best Hushpuppies I've ever eaten anywhere, and I've eaten some good Hushpuppies. So crunchy in the outside and soft and flavorful in the inside. As my main entrée I once again ordered The Fried Pork Chop Dinner with fries and salad being my two sides. They make amazing Fried Pork Chops with only a tiny bone. I had their Blue Cheese salad dressing. It was all amazingly delicious, including their corn bread that was included with this entrée. The server Gemma provided excellent customer service. She graciously pointed out to me that they had reasantly introduced Peach Cobbler as a new dessert, with Vanilla Ice-cream on top. I definitely ordered it and it was a magnificent Grand Finale to a wonderfully dinning experience. I definitely highly recommend this restaurant if you want to enjoy some excellent Southern cuisine, accompanied by amazing cocktails, in a relaxing dining environment, with wonderful customer service.

    Salmon Bites

    Service- 10/10 Food- 7/10. We ordered Salmon bites 9/10 Chicken 2/10 and Shrimp 4/10 Mac and Cheese 4/10 Greens 0/10 Lobster 4/10 Lamb Chops- 6/10 Corn bread was dry :( Overall probably won't visit again but the waiter was nice

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    The River and Rail

    4.3
    (326 reviews)
    1.7 mi
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    This year I chose this restaurant above all others to celebrate my birthday, and I wasn't…read moredisappointed. It highly went beyond the highest of my expectations, and delivered an extraordinary dining experience. After making an appointment for five o'clock and mentioning that I would be celebrating my birthday there on that day, I wondered how it would be, for everytime I have dined there, their attention to detail has been superb, and their cuisine has been exquisite. The day finally arrived and I was standing by the door at five minutes to the hour. Inside I could see through their large front windows the movement of all the staff getting ready for the opening of the restaurant. At exactly five o'clock, the hostess approached and opened the door for me to enter. She warmly greeted me and apologized for not being able to give me the table I requested because they needed it to unite with other tables for a large group they would be having. But they had prepared another one in front of the open kitchen for me, where I would be able to observe the Chef and other cooks preparing my food. It was definitely to my satisfaction, and when she took me there I was very impressed with the small detail on the table of a Happy Birthday card from the restaurant signed by everyone there and suspended by a little stand. Things like that are priceless in my eyes. Shortly afterwards, my friendly and efficient server Ivy, came by, wished me a Happy Birthday and took my order. To drink I had my favorite Mocktail there, the Butterfly Kisses. As appetizer I ordered the Oyster Wraps. And for my main entrée, the Hanger Steak, my favorite item in their menu and that of all the other restaurants around the area. My server did an excellent job of bringing out my ordered items in a well-paced manner. I noticed the small but significant detail that the chef had of serving me a slightly larger amount of Hanger Steak than the usual, and this meant more to me than any of the other complimentary desserts which are given in most other restaurants on your birthday. The Hanger Steak was so delicious. I invite you to view my photographs accompanying this review to get a better sense of the place and the high-quality of their food. Also to read my former review where I explain what a Hanger Steak is all about. For the Grand Finale of my Birthday meal I had their Panna Cotta dessert deliver with a burning birthday candle on top, another wonderful detail that many restaurants leave out now-a-days yet is so meaningful to many of us. This was truly a memorable dining experience. One that I will always remember and cherish dearly.

    While The River and Rail has many things going for it: great location, adorable atmosphere, fancy…read moreand delicious cocktails and delicious food, one thing they don't have going for them is their ability to stay true to their operating hours. My friend and I walked in at 9 o'clock EXACTLY on a Thursday night to have a drink. The sign on the door said they were open until 10:00. There were 4 or 5 tables seated, enjoying dinner and cocktails. 5 or 6 people at the bar. There was no one to start with at the actual hostess stand and servers saw us standing at the door but did not approach us even though there was an hour left on their operating time. So we walked directly to the bar and sat down. We had just eaten at Fork in the Alley so all we wanted was one drink and we figured an hour was plenty of time to get that done. The first thing the bartender said to us was "The kitchen is closed." Not "hello" or "Hey what can I get you?" but the kitchen is closed. I said "oh I'm sorry I thought you closed at 10:00." He said "well, that's up for debate we were actually discussing that right now. We're basically closed but you can have a drink because it's not like the rest of these people are going anywhere." What do you mean that's up for discussion? Your hours say you're open till 10 o'clock, it's 9 o'clock I have an hour to eat and have drinks! The other bartender, or perhaps he was only a bar back, gave us a very disapproving look. I get it, I work in the food service industry. I'm a server at a 4 diamond restaurant, and I hate when people walk in minutes before we close and want to sit down. But if we post that we're open until 10 and you walk in at 9:45 I'm going to serve you and treat you like anyone else that walked in at 6:00 because it's your tips that pay my bills and put food on my table. It's definitely not the hourly wage I get from my employer! And as a server I never walk into a restaurant with less than 30 minutes to close. And it's more like an hour if I'm looking to eat a meal. I know you want to go home. When it's the end of the night and I'm at work, so do I! But there's an hour left and I wanted one drink. That's it! We continued to get disappointed looks from a few other employees even though we weren't the last people in the place. I told my friend (it's 9:45 at this point) that we obviously need to go since servers are standing around looking at us like we've got the plague. We paid our bill and promptly left. Two couples still at the bar. It's 9:59 right now as I'm writing this at home (you're still technically open btw) but I left feeling like I had stayed hours past your closing time. It's a real shame because we really enjoyed our drinks! They were super yummy! And I'm always getting asked by guests where's a good place for a late night cocktail and I used to recommend The River and Rail right along with Lucky's because we had a shuttle that would take guests out, but after tonight I won't be doing that anymore. Because there's nothing worse than feeling unwelcome at a restaurant that is still open.

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    The kitchen and server picking up some meals.
    The kitchen and server picking up some meals.
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    Bernard's

    Bernard's

    4.6
    (358 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    I have eaten at some of the best restaurants in the world, but in none have I had such a wonderful…read moredining experience like I always do at Bernard's Gastropub & Eatery. After having been selected as number 4 of Yelp's Top 50 most prolific Elites of 2025, a year when I also was awarded the Yelp Triad Squad Photographer of the Year Award at their Yelpies 2025 Award Ceremony, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, and where last year I was awarded the Yelp Triad Squad Yelper of the Year Award, 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 return to those special ones, that have made a difference in my life and highlight them, for the benefit of the public, so they too can have an opportunity to appreciate the qualities of a one-of-a-kind fine dining experience. And Bernard's Gastropub & Eatery in Downtown Roanoke, is a perfect example. Bernard's was born out of the love of two culinary aficionados turned professionals that in someway have managed to create a restaurant with an environment that transmits this intimate love to the hearts of their customers through the attention to detail in its extraordinary customer service and amazing culinary masterpieces. Today, I felt like dining at this restaurant, which I admire for its consistency in always far exceeding my high expectations of what a fine-dining restaurant should be all about. Not knowing if they would have a table for me at this late time on a Saturday early evening, I drove in my pearl white Lexus to the nearest private parking lot and gave them a call to inquire as if they could give me a reservation for the next ten minutes. A gentleman, who later I found out was named Matthew, and would be my server, answered the phone with a very polite and welcoming voice; answering my question of what was the special dish of the day and to come on down, that my reservation was assured. As soon as I arrived to the small, very elegant foyer in front of the Host's station, he came out to greet me and instantly recognized who I was. My only request was that he give me a low table because at my age seating at a high table was a bit uncomfortable. He went back to see what he could find and ended setting me up with what I consider one of the best tables of the house, and I was so appreciative of his last minute accommodation. The menu was already setup on my table. He poured water from a special bottle into my water glass and asked if I wanted something else to drink. I asked for a Mocktail and since he also was a bartender, he prepared me one of the best mocktails I've ever had. To dine, I started out with their Mussels Carbonara appetizer, which came in a bacon parmesan cream sauce that was simply amazing, and served with toast points. As my main entrée I had the Dinner Special of the Night, the Seafood Trio. It had a delicious, giant size crab cake in the middle, scallops, and shrimps, with parmesan risotto sautéed heirloom tomato, spinach, and nice size asparagus, with a burre blanc sauce. I invite you to view my photographs accompanying this review to get a better sense of the high-quality of their food and magnificent ambiance of the place. Everything was so delicious that only one word could ever describe them: priceless! For dessert I had their very famous Butterscotch Banana Pudding, which the chef makes at the moment ordered. It looked spectacular and tasted amazingly delicious: a culinary work of art. What a great way for the Gran Finale of an extraordinary dining experience!

    Salty Salty They have potential to be good…read more But they use the same seasoning on fries - and French Onion Soup. Sub par food expensive. Not worth it.

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    The Host's station.
    The Host's station.
    Close-up of the Filet & Scallops Special of the Day.
    Close-up of the Filet & Scallops Special of the Day.
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    Due South BBQ

    Due South BBQ

    4.0
    (43 reviews)
    4.3 mi

    Food was delicious. Enough for 6+ people. I ordered the HAVE IT ALL. I ordered take out. When I…read moreopened the bag, everything was placed , just as the server described. Will recommend and eat here again.

    Reasantly Due South Pit-Cooked BBQ was added to the "Most Loved" status on DoorDash, so today I…read moredecided to stay in and have someone bring me something tasty from a restaurant that since my first visit I have considered the best BBQ spot in Southwest Virginia. I invite you to read my first review of this restaurant and view my photographs accompanying it, which was one of my reviews that influenced in my selection as number 4 of Yelp's Top 50 most prolific Elites of 2025. As a DoorDash VIP customer, I pulled up Due South BBQ in their app and as I did so I still could remember the amazing taste of their BBQ food from when I visited them for the very first time on January 28, 2025 with a good friend of mine and gave them a 5 Star review. I decided to order the Big Slop which included a Jumbo Pulled Pork Sandwich with three sides and three hushpuppies. As my three sides I chose Mac & Cheese, Coleslaw, and Fried Okra. And for the two sauces I picked the Sweet Red and the Alabama White. I submitted my order with my DoorDasher tip included and waited for the delivery. Not long after the order arrived at the estimated time with a friendly DoorDasher who delivered it intact and still hot. It came inside one of those ordinary plastic bags with the words Thank you on it, with the receipt attached. I opened the bag in my kitchen and the food came in two see-through plastic containers. One with all the food and a small separate one with the bun on the side as I had asked for. Everything looked so fresh and delicious. Including the three cylindrical shaped hushpuppies. I got one of my plastic forks and placed some of the pulled pork on the bun with the sweet red sauce and still had some pork left to eat with the other items which were served in generous portions. Everything was amazingly delicious. Rare are the restaurants that can deliver their food and it arrive in a similar state as in the restaurant. Although I still prefer eating at the restaurant for its warm and cozy ambiance. Once again I highly recommend this BBQ restaurant and I'm sure that if you try it out the food will win you over and their amazing service will make you want to return back for more.

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    A view of the three dining areas of the restaurant.
    A view of the three dining areas of the restaurant.
    Close-up of a fork holding a piece of the moist and juicy Pulled Pork.
    Close-up of a fork holding a piece of the moist and juicy Pulled Pork.
    The Hushpuppy

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    Mission BBQ

    Mission BBQ

    4.1
    (225 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    I'm a huge Mission BBQ fan. They ate one of the most consistent restraunt chains out there…read more This was my first trip, but will not be my last. Super and friendly service at the counter to kick off my visit. The dining room was spic and span. My order was a two meat platter of, pulled pork and lean brisket w/ side of green beans. It comes with cornbread. My son moist brisket, pulled pork w/ side of macaroni and cheese. Also cornbread. The manager expedited the food and was awesome! Then he came out to bring slices of smoked sausage samples. After learning we had a new customer/ to the store the desert flowed out by the manager. A cherry cheesecake. Our meals were amazing, especially our fave the pulled pork. Upon departing staff came by to take our trays. Otherwise it's self bussing. No reason to not elevate to full 5 stars.

    The staff is always friendly and accommodating here. I'm a single mom and have young children and a…read moremanager once went out of his way to help me get a high chair and wrangle my kids to a table, even bringing refills once for them. The food is pricey but to be expected for BBQ I always get the brisket and add on a third side and it's about $30 a pop. This time it was late about closing and the brisket was very dry. I would go earlier in the day to avoid getting the dry leftovers. The sauces are okay, the Mac and cheese is very good. Overall a great place to dine.

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    The interior of the restaurant with the ordering counter in the background.
    The interior of the restaurant with the ordering counter in the background.
    A piece of Soft Brisket.
    A piece of Soft Brisket.
    A display of a fork and delicious food.

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    A display of a fork and delicious food.
    Lucky Restaurant

    Lucky Restaurant

    4.3
    (367 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    First time trying Lucky and I'd give it a 4.5 rounded up to a 5. The menu is local farm based so it…read morechanges seasonally and is a bit limited. I was disappointed because I was hoping to try a soup or scallops I'd seen in Yelp pics but they weren't in the menu this time. Which is the roll of the dice you pay for fresh creative menus. Dining area and bar have a nice vibe with attractive art work. Dim lighting and smaller tables make it cute for a date or a solo business diner like myself. The lucky cube drink was creative and tasty. Brussel sprouts were also unique with a tahini sauce on top and perfectly crispy chickpeas. I'd seen "Smoke in Chimneys Trout" on a few menus in Roanoke this trip but never heard of that before. Looked it up and learned something new. They are trout that are local and prized for living in a lime stone aquifer rather than a river. Giving them a clean light slightly sweet taste, no essence of mud that can come with other river fish. I've never ordered trout in a restaurant, But when in Rome... Lol. The fish itself and the portion was really good. Wish I could remember my waitress' name. She was knowledgeable and just had a really warm, friendly energy.

    I came in for the fried chicken because other reviews were very positive .. the coating was v…read morecrunchy , plus , however it was really burnt ! Ir was really over cooked ; plus had little flavor . Needs a little salt and pepper .... Better chicken at Popeyes or Bojangles .. Mashed potatoes were excellent . I wa not impressed with the Kale and still think there may be fatback in it ... even though the server swore there was no pork on the dish .. anyway you can try for yourself .. maybe I just came on an off night . My server was very nice ( Alyssa ) BTW.

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    The first, small and cozy dining room as you enter the restaurant is used for small groups.
    The first, small and cozy dining room as you enter the restaurant is used for small groups.
    The Smoked Seven Hills Meatloaf with brisket, pork, shoulder, house bacon, peas, and carrots.
    The Smoked Seven Hills Meatloaf with brisket, pork, shoulder, house bacon, peas, and carrots.
    A close-up of a bottle of cold water placed on my table as soon as I arrived and served every time my glass got empty.

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    A close-up of a bottle of cold water placed on my table as soon as I arrived and served every time my glass got empty.
    Three Notch'd Craft Kitchen and Brewery - Roanoke

    Three Notch'd Craft Kitchen and Brewery - Roanoke

    3.9
    (180 reviews)
    0.0 mi
    $$

    Brewery #443 Came in…read morehere after doing little hiking for lunch and some beer. My buddy and I started off with a flight of Brussel sprouts. What a great idea! We had 3 of their 4 versions with the hot honey and bacon version being my favorite. I then decided I needed to eat light, so I got a Southwest Sante Fe salad which came with avocado, tomatoes, corn, cheese and a delicious cilantro lime vinaigrette. The bartender convinced me to add pulled pork. So much for eating light! There was enough pulled pork on the salad to fill up 3 sandwiches. Three Notch'd does flights of 4 for 10.00 and you can add another small pour for 2.5 so I ended up with 5 beers. Their IPAs were solid, but my favorites were the Jazzfest ( I am from New Orleans and all) which was a Pecan Amber ale and the Stoked Goat which was a Doppelbock. Solid place with good food and good beer.

    Great food and beer! Stopped in for a flight and a snack, and was pleasantly surprised at the…read moreamount of options with both food and drink. We ordered some truffle fries and the jalapeño popper burger, and both were delicious. The beers were all fantastic, but J particularly enjoyed the pecan amber ale. Our food and drinks came out quickly and we were very well taken care of. We had a nice seat outdoors on the patio area and people watched. We will definitely be back when the tap list rotates!

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    Beautiful view of the entire restaurant and its inspirational words.
    Beautiful view of the entire restaurant and its inspirational words.
    A fork holding a piece of the burger and the basket of fries in the background.
    A fork holding a piece of the burger and the basket of fries in the background.
    Simply one of a kind.

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    Simply one of a kind.
    Texas Tavern

    Texas Tavern

    3.9
    (256 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    Now a days it's very hard to find a restaurant that's open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and…read morethat's only closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. A family-owned restaurant that has been serving locals, travelers, and late-night crowds from its classic 10-stool lunch counter since 1930, and continues to be strictly cash-only. A restaurant that not only has survived, but strived for 96 years, owned by the same local family, and is currently owned by fourth-generation owner Matt Bullington. Who has said that the key to its longevity has been sticking to what has made them successful since they opened. A restaurant that has never been remodeled and whose menu has never been expanded, but that in this lies its real charm. A restaurant that despite economic hardship, tries never to raise prices and remain affordable. A restaurant that many people go to it because of their food, others because of their prices, and others like me this morning, because of the experience to sit at its counter and appreciate its character and charm while enjoying a classic breakfast of three fried eggs over easy with bacon and white toast basted with butter. That restaurant was and continues to be the iconic Texas Tavern, located in the heart of Downtown Roanoke. This morning I drove my pearl white Lexus up to it and parked in front of the sidewalk at the parallel parking with a one-hour limit. There is so much history behind this place that the excitement of the moment made the breakfast experience more momentous. Once inside, a young gentleman who has been working there for over two years now greeted me and immediately made me feel at home. He took my order and almost at the same time started making my toast and frying my eggs. In no time at all I had my order in front of me. I noticed and made him aware that one egg was missing. He made it right by frying me another egg over easy and I didn't mind because of his positive attitude and very unique personality. He also asked me how I'd like my coffee and prepared it just as requested with two creams and three sugars. Every one of the three eggs were perfectly fried over easy and I sprinkled a salt and pepper mixture over them. The bread of the toast was so fresh and tasty braised in butter. I invite you to view my photographs accompanying this review to get a better sense of the place and the high-quality of their food. I'm looking forward to returning one day at lunch time to taste some of their menu items of which they are known for. Starting with their Cheesy Western, the tavern legendary trademark burger served with a fried egg, cheese, pickles, and a sweet-and-tangy homemade cabbage relish. Or maybe a bowl of their secret-recipe chili served with onions. Or their trademark hot dog served Coney Island-style with chili, relish, mustard, and unions. All comfort food that make you feel good and bring a sense of nostalgia, warmth, and satisfaction. I highly recommend this small, historic, eatery for a one-of-a-kind, memorable, dining experience. One that you'll cherish and hold dear forever.

    Decent food, very fast, very affordable. I'm and out effortlessly. Best for a light meal.read more

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    The cooking area of the Texas Tavern.
    The cooking area of the Texas Tavern.
    Wonderfully delicious breakfast.
    Wonderfully delicious breakfast.
    The Texas Tavern outside building sign.

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    The Texas Tavern outside building sign.
    Coach & Four

    Coach & Four

    3.7
    (177 reviews)
    3.5 mi
    $$

    There are restaurants that you discover out of nowhere, just to become unforgettable. Ones that you…read moreused to drive pass them without realizing what you were missing. Until that one day that you decided to stop, and explore a whole new culinary world. After having been selected as number 4 of the Top 50 most prolific Elites of 2025, a year when I also was awarded the Yelp Triad Squad Photographer of the Year Award at the Yelpies 2025 Award Ceremony, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, and where last year I was awarded the Yelp Triad Squad Yelper of the Year Award, 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 Coach & Four Restaurant, in Roanoke Virginia is a perfect example. At first it was just a large colonial house turned restaurant on Williamson Road in Roanoke, Virginia. But once I decided to stop and explore it, it has become one of my favorite restaurants in Roanoke, Virginia. Its uniqueness lies not only in its colonial atmosphere and in its classic American cuisine, but primarily in its amazing staff that from the time you walk in begin to make your fine-dining experience one that you'll always remember and cherish dearly. Their refined behavior creates a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere that create unforgettable dining experiences. Today, after having gone through one of the worst snow and ice storms in years, I decided to not allow the icy roads to hold me back, and requested a Lyft to take me there for dinner. As soon as I arrived, the friendly host came out to greet me and take me to a table of my choice. My server from the first time I dined there, happened to recognize me and took me to the booth where I had dined the first time I ever dined there. We discussed a Mocktail for me to drink and she came back with an amazing drink, and a small meatball as an "amuse-bouche," designed to prepare ones palate for the meal. After studying the restaurant's extensive menu, I ordered their Bacon Wrapped Scallops as appetizer. For my main entrée I ordered the Prime Rib Combination that consisted of a generous portion of roasted prime rib served with a delicious lobster tail. For the two sides that came with my main entree, I had their famous tossed salad with their in-house made blue cheese dressing and a loaded baked potato. The scallops were not so big in size but big in flavor and texture. The salad was amazing, as always. The main entrée looked well at first, but when I cut into the prime rib it was too well done to be able to appreciate the flavor of the meat. But my server came by, as promised, to see if the prime rib was cooked to my satisfaction, and when I told her it was too well done for my original request of medium-rare, she gracefully apologized and took it back. Returning shortly with another piece of prime rib more to my liking. For dessert I had a slice of Pecan Pie a la mode, which by the way was amazingly delicious. I highly recommend this restaurant for one of the best fine-dining experiences of your life. And am looking forward to returning and ordering ahead of time their Baked Alaska to have for dessert.

    As we were leaving, a man with a Trump hat tried to start a fight with another table telling them…read moreto meet him at the bar down the road. They appeared to be Senior Citizens and one had handicap issues, and the funny part was, I don't think they even heard him, even though he was yelling. What was a decent meal turned into an uneasy situation.

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    The main dining room with a beautiful fireplace and chandeliers.
    The main dining room with a beautiful fireplace and chandeliers.
    The scallops were so tender, savory, and delicious.
    The scallops were so tender, savory, and delicious.
    A piece of the crunchy potato croquettes with a dip of ketchup.

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    A piece of the crunchy potato croquettes with a dip of ketchup.

    The Hatch - southern - Updated August 2026

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