Six of us went to lunch on graduation day at James Madison University without a reservation. The…read moreday was cool, but we were really, really hungry so we agreed to eat outside. There was a heater, so we figured we could stand it. The hostess rearranged the tables to seat us close to the heater, and left menus. Soon a waitress came with water and took drink orders. Not long after she returned to take our food orders. While we were waiting for the food, someone brought us some warm blankets. All through our meal people kept checking to see whether we needed anything. It was the best service I have seen in a long time, and I arrange a bi-monthly lunch outing for a club I belong to. The food was delicious. The salmon sandwich was incredible, the burrata appetizer was to die for, and I wish everyone had such good French fries. Everyone enjoyed their food and the warm welcome from the staff on a not very warm day.

Overall good experience! And a fun place for a dinner while in town. Our server was awesome as…read morewell! Our food was very good. We sat in the bar... it's fun but was very loud and hard to talk. I also think the food is a little overpriced.

The Ridge Room is basically the reason we choose the Hyatt Place--twice a year, on our trek between…read moreSouth Carolina and New York, we make sure to stop here on both the northbound and southbound legs. The bartenders are consistently on point, which is important when you've been traveling long enough to consider a properly made cocktail a basic human right. The farm-to-table small plates are usually terrific too. Every now and then, a dish may wander off the culinary trail, but honestly, four out of five plates are the kind that make you look at each other and say, "Why don't we live here?" And then there's the rooftop view. At first, you may have to look past the sea of retail stores and parking lots--but once your eyes reach the mountains on the horizon, the view is downright spectacular. Great drinks, very good food, and mountain scenery that manages to rise above the shopping center below: that is a rooftop restaurant worth planning a road trip around.

I heard great things about this place and was very enthusiastic to visit...however, though the food…read morewas pretty solid the service was quite lacking. I have found the front staff and the wait staff to be lacking in their consideration towards restaurant guests. It seems that they are picking and choosing whom they choose to grant a great experience to. Service: The front staff and waitress we had carried an air of attitude when dealing with me and my family. It seemed like they were not keen to accommodate a few of our basic requests which essentially boiled down to laziness. To be honest, they are very petty when it comes to getting a table on their rooftop...when my family (of 5) came in, they told us it was first come first serve and sat us inside. Another family came in with 3-4 adults and 2 kids after we were seated, to which they promptly moved them outside even though they were inside as well when a spot opened up. I'm not truly understanding the mentality of service here and frankly thought for a nice establishment there would be better decorum and attitude towards guests. Food: overall pretty good. I found the food and drink to be solid. In summary, the food is good here but doesn't surpass the service we received.

We went here to check out the burgers, drove an hour and a half to get there. Definitely worth the…read moredrive! We had the Kobra Kai and the Elvis burger along with Jacked Fries. WOW! The fries were crispy, which is hard to do with crinkle cut, the jacked sauce was awesome! The burgers were cooked perfectly and served in a waxed bag which made the buns perfectly steamed and warm. The servers were absolutely amazing, explained the menu and assured us that they could adjust the menu to our liking. Will definitely go back!

I had a very nice time at Jack Browns. Good parking availability behind. Sat at the bar, limited…read moretables, but nice seating outside too (which is where you sit with minors in your party). I had the Gonzo burger, jacked up fries, and drank some the veil master shredder, Bella's citrus it was all tasty. Friendly, knowledgeable, and not pushy service from the bar tender. Overall, a solid brew pub spot

We were visiting Harrisonburg for the weekend and after looking on Yelp for a good place to have…read moredinner on a Saturday night, we decided on Capital Ale House. Lots of prom kids and college students filled the place. We were quickly seated in a nice booth and Nate our server helped us with some stout beers. We had a milk stout and a caramel macchiato stout the latter of which was the best. Looking at the menu I have to say it was not your standard ale house fair. It was definitely "elevated" in this regard. We asked to split a 2 soft shell entree with broccolini & seasoned mash, a bowl of crab bisque and a pierogi sampler. We also asked for an extra plate, to which Nate said he would take care of it. When the food arrived it was divided perfectly. Nate had split the bowl of soup into 2 small bowls and he divided the entree and sides onto 2 plates. The soft shell crabs were HUGE, the largest I had ever seen, and crisply fried to perfection. The sides were equally exquisite in their flavor and preparation. The crab bisque was loaded with fresh lump crabmeat and perfectly seasoned. The pirogies were also excellent in flavor and presentation. It was the most satisfying meal I'd had in a while (could be because I was craving soft shells) Needless to say we were very happy with the food in every way and were stuffed as we asked for the check. Nate/Nathaniel really made the experience as he was highly attentive, though caring for many tables, and was quick to take care of our every need. The place was really rocking with customers and everyone there was having a great time. We'll definitely be back and let everyone we know what a top notch establishment Capital Ale House in Harrisonburg is.

Server was self absorbed , would disappear and not come back to see if we needed anything.read more

We were there this past week for dinner. It was a favorite with my parents when they were alive…read more The first thing I noticed is that this place does impressive business even on weeknights. The second thing I noticed is that everyone seemed happy, and most of them knew each other so they were regulars. My husband got beef liver (how often can you find that?) and I got a Greek salad with beef on top. I was thrilled. The dressing was clearly olive oil and herbs and vinegar - not bottled, not full of preservatives or cheap oils. I felt like I was eating real food. Oh, and the prices were very reasonable. Service was very good, especially considering the amount of business they get. I see why my parents raved about the place.

Great breakfast for a table of 17 ..food was filling and tasty..service was efficient and…read morefriendly..place was clean

We were excited to find their menu had such a variety to choose from. The staff welcomed us nicely,…read moreand our waiter (Lance) was on point in every way. We visited there quite a while ago with our family, and had the same experience. We will definitely be returning. The only thing disappointing was they no longer offered several different specials to choose from, which appeared on their website.

Bottom line, I didn't like the food here so I wouldn't come back for the food. My wings tasted like…read morethey had been precooked hours ago or even the day before, then reheated and tossed in sauce. Dried out and flavorless. I asked for honey bbq, but the sauce tasted like Carolina gold. There were plenty of tv's so it's the perfect spot to watch sports. Also, a very "seasoned" crowd.

The quintessential college dive bar. Phenomenal burger. Fries were to die for. The servers were…read moreattentive and the food came out quickly. The music was loud and it was hard to hear the person next to me but we were mostly there for burgers, beer, and football game. $3 PBR and $4 Miller Lite on draft along with a great selection of local beers.

Came here tonight before we visit JMU tomorrow. Loved this place the minute we stepped in the door…read more The music is good, the service is super friendly, there is so much to take in with the decor and the bar, the food is delicious and the prices are great! I had the Hardywood Great Return draft IPA - yum! The sticky nuggs are amazing breast meat and piping hot and the perfect amount of sauce - the OG sweet chili sauce was awesome. There is easy street parking nearby and there are fun shops around, highly recommend this spot!

If you want the BEST crab dip of your life then come here. I love crab dip so decided to order it,…read more but no one else at the table wanted it... 10 mins later there was not a lick of crab dip left. It was amazing. Additionally our server was amazing and had a great sense of humor. Definitely will be back soon!!

Jimmy Madison's was one of our favorite meals while visiting Harrisonburg. The restaurant has a…read morewarm, cozy pub atmosphere with dark wood-paneled walls, a beautiful spiral staircase, two levels of seating, and even a rooftop area. We were seated in a comfortable booth on the second floor. The service was fast, friendly, and attentive from the moment we arrived. The menu has a nice variety of appetizers, entrées, and sides, making it difficult to decide because everything sounded so good. I ordered the pulled pork with mashed potatoes, Brussels sprouts topped with bacon and candied pecans, and hush puppies. Everything was delicious, and the portions were generous, I couldn't even finish my meal. The Brussels sprouts were especially outstanding. Jimmy Madison's is well worth a visit. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in Harrisonburg.

2 Texas Inn restaurants down and 2 extremely pleasant visits…read more Those little red dogs pack a punch of flavor. The service here is fantastic and the price is truly unbeatable. I can't even remember the last time I fed two people for $12. The diner is from a different era and so are their prices! Great spot to eat while in Downtown HBurg.

I was with my friends and about 3-4 drinks deep the night I came in for food. It was packed, but…read moreservice remained courteous and efficient. I ordered the Texas Hen, a corndog, and some fries. The lack of quality was such that it halfway jarred me into sobriety. The Texas Hen is made with what felt like weird chicken meal, and for $8.99 is not a good value proposition (even with the chili). The fries I ended up with were incredibly sour, which is not a flavor I typically expect from potatoes. The corn dog was alright. I want to like this place for its convenience and speed, but the taste of those sour fries coming up every time I belched the remainder of the night is a memory that will haunt me. I will not be returning.

First this is such a cool location! Beautiful spaces, exposed brick. It is, after all, in an old…read moreproduce exchange warehouse. Super clean restaurant and bathrooms, as well. We ate in the bar - loved the vibe down there! The food was amazing! We started with salads - Caesar for the Hubby (as usual) and the Spring Salad for me (I subbed blue cheese for the goat cheese - I'm not a fan of goat cheese). Both salads were super fresh. They make their dressings in house and it shows. Ribeye rare for the Hubby and Filet mid-rare for me. We both had the crème fresh mashed potatoes. Steaks were cooked perfectly. And let me tell you, if you get anything, GET THE MASHED POTATOES!!! I swear these were the best I have ever had in my life. No joke - that includes my homemade and my Moms and Grandma's. Seriously. It's worthy to note that I asked for salt & pepper, as there was none on the table. It takes a really confident chef to not have salt & pepper on the table. So of course, I tasted first. I honestly did NOT use not one grain of either. The food didn't need it. Everything was seasoned perfectly! We ended the meal with crème brûlée, because if it's on the menu, we are ordering it. It was exceptional! Easily the second best we've ever had - and we've eaten a LOT of crème brûlée in our years. The service was absolutely spot on. There were 3 people working down there on this Wednesday night and they showed incredible teamwork. Super friendly, efficient and very customer service forward. Whenever we are in this area again, we will definitely eat here!!

What a way to close out my birthday weekend, none other with a delicious meal at Local Chop and…read moreGrill House. Located in Downtown Harrisonburg, there menu features fresh, hand selected seasonal foods, organically grown produce Our waitress Abby, was phenomenal. She handled our party of 13 like a pro. When I return, I highly recommend this young lady. She was very knowledgeable about the menu, gave recommendations and had really good customer service. She is excellent with large parties. The ambience here is really nice, Food was delicious, the only dish I was not a fan of was the crab dip. Everyone loved the brussel sprouts, and my steak was cooked perfectly. If your in the Harrisonburg area, highly recommend