We were a little heartbroken to discover that Vino 124 is on hiatus until their new (bigger) place…read moreopened. The good news, though, was our search for Vino 124 led us to Shenandoah Confections, featuring artisan chocolate and tea. I had a chocolate chai alongside a few of the artisan chocolates and WOW is this ever a fantastic gem for Front Royal. The staff are knowledgeable and affable, and I know this store is a new place to visit when in the area. ADDENDUM: The coffee service has taken a hit. No longer are you drinking from proper cups and saucers. It's all paper cups. That kind of kills the feel of the place, so it was once very cool but it gone down slightly. I think Pip has made it clear though--we're not going back there. Drinking high quality tea from paper cups will not stand.

Great, diverse tea selection and very kind and helpful staff! Nice quiet and relaxing atmosphere…read more Delicious, albeit expensive, truffles. Try the passionfruit....you won't be dissapointed!

This hidden gem is right Main Street in Front Royal. Nestled in a building that has a brewery, we…read morestopped in after enjoy some lunch and beer. The wonders were very generous and helpful. They offer local drinks, preserves, jams, desserts of all sorts, and homemade sauces. Honestly, it was really hard to choose something to try. The owners spent a few minutes with us goin over their menu and everything looked SO good. We settled on the Strawberry Shortcake and the owner's own concoction the Nutty Professor. The short cake was ALL homemade (the sauce, whipped cream, and sponge cake). The cake was very light and refreshing and not too sweet. This was HANDS down the best Strawberry shortcake I've ever had. We ate the entire thing in the car. The nutty professor is very unique and SO good. It's very rich but is a cross between a peanut cup and a snickers combined. It's very good but only take a couple of bites at a time We will definitely be back if we are ever in the area. A must try if you're local or visiting!

We were enjoying a stroll around Main Street when we came across Down Home Comfort Bakery. They…read morehave a nice selection of goodies to browse in several glass cases: cookies, cakes, muffins, cinnamon rolls, pies, and more. We went with the cookies and cream mini cake, a cinnamon roll, a Shenandoah cookie, and a chocolate chip muffin. Everything was delicious, with great texture and flavors. Service was friendly and the bakery has a nice homey atmosphere, with some tables available to eat in.

What a fun space! This is immediately eye-catching as you walk down the street, with a large ice…read morecream bench set up in front of the shop. The interior is full of art and quirky knickknacks to check out. The very friendly person at the counter described how a lot of the art was designed by regular customers that gave it to them - what a fun connection to the community! He generously kept offering samples. The peach didn't have a very pronounced flavor, but we really enjoyed both the Brownie Batter and Mango Mascarpone, which we ended up getting in cups and enjoying in the little seating area at the front of the shop. There's even a little horse ride there, very cute. In addition to the ice cream, they also offered a nice selection of Italian ices, though we didn't make it that far before choosing our ice cream. Nice location right across from the town square. There is nearby parking around back in the general 2 hour downtown parking area.

An amazing assortment of flavors to choose from whether you're getting a cone cup or shake. The…read morestaff could not be any friendlier always letting you try any if not all the flavors before you make your choice. The inside of C&C Frozen Treats is an eclectic collection of fun fascinating eye candy with a dash of Louisiana. A must stop if you're visiting Front Royal.

Saw the reviews and had driven by at odd times when they weren't open just in the area so I had…read morewanted to try them Very crowded but they handled the crowd quickly Burgers were very good very nice bun Fries were especially good I had one of their vanilla milkshakes really good Overall a very good burger place Also very kid/family friendly

What we got: Spicy…read morechicken sandwich (helltown spice level) - I will never do this again. I somehow misread what I got last time and thought I'd done this level. NOPE. I'm lucky I split it with someone so we both could have a chicken burger and a hamburger. I couldn't even finish my half and took one of the two pro offered Tum's. Pure spice, couldn't even taste a flavour. Cried. And lips are inflamed. I can't, in good conscience, rate the sandwich. Vanilla custard - 4* hallelujah I had this to help calm the heat. I ordered the junior scoop but in a waffle cone it looked huge. Cavern burger - 5* that was one good hamburger. Would 10/10 recommend.

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!!!

Very cute gem of a place with delicious pastries, coffee, and sandwiches…read more Definitely felt like dining a someone's cozy home.

What a cute lil place! It feels like someone's home which did feel a little awkward at first but…read moretotally fits the cozy third space vibes. All the employees were so sweet and informative. They have a good variety of baked goods that cater to different dietary needs. Everything we got was absolutely delicious!! Loved the turkish coffees (hot & cold), the almond croissants, blueberry scones, & la valencia cookies. It was a little pricey but feels justified imo. The artistry that goes into each recipe...chef's kiss!! I'm confident that you could randomly pick any baked good and totally devour it. I will be coming back anytime I'm in the area! Thanks for having us

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.

What can I say other than how AMAZING Sussy's Cakes are! Sussy is very responsive and helpful when…read moreit comes to ordering and receiving her delicious cupcakes! My husband and I ordered cupcakes from Sussy for our wedding, and they truly stole the show! You can tell these treats are baked with love and care! She is timely, kind, and very professional! Next time I am in Front Royal, I will be getting another dozen! :)

I have been ordering with Ms. Sussy for 4 years now. We live 3hrs away from her but worth the…read moredrive. She doesn't dissapoint. Very talented, great pricing, affordable compared to others.

The chicken sandwich was very good however I was blindsided by the price! $14 !! Ridiculous! Now I…read moreknow the reason they don't post the prices on the menu- you don't know the cost until you pay. I believe in supporting local businesses but if theu charge that much for a sandwich I will be going elsewhere.

The cocomocha latte was pretty good, I'd say a 7.5/10. The peach smoothie was a 9.5/10 according to…read moremy girlfriend. The breakfast sandwiches were good, could have gone without the savory spread on them, the croissants were extremely crumbly, may just want to get their croissants at Costco, 7/10. Overall the atmosphere and music are great and the employees are super nice and the service is fast.

The best selection of tasty meads you'll find in the entire mid-Atlantic. They regularly add new…read moremeads to the menu, and use a wide variety of hops to achieve the best balance. Also the nicest and friendliest people you'll meet. Ever.

Great meadery on mainstreet Fun interior, bar seating, comfy…read morecouches, and tables. They offer flights, glasses and bottles. Their mead is a little lighter than others I've had though they all had rich layered flavor profiles and a nice finish. Issac, one of the owners, helped us and was awesome! He took the time to tell us about each of the meads, their process and a little about how they got started. I really enjoyed everything we tried and bought a few bottles to bring home. What we tried:(descriptions are directly from their tasting notes) *Hopped Strawberry Session This session style is semisweet Hopped with Amarillo and El Dorado hops. Dank hops aroma with a hint of fresh strawberries. Fresh berries and honey on the palate Best enjoyed chilled. *Blackberry Session Fresh blackberry aroma on the nose Clean refreshing blackberry on the palate with a slightly tart finish Best enjoyed chilled. ABV.7% *V(Five Year Anniversary) Black & Blue aged two months in a Portuguese port barrel that aged bourbon rom A Smith Bowman. A full-bodied semi-sweet melomel, with blueberries, black currants, and black pepper. Berries on the nose. Tart up front followed by sweet fruit, rounded out by a hint of black pepper and port. Best enjoyed at room temperature. *Midnight Sun A sweet blood orange melorel. Hopped with Citra and Cascade hops. Hops and citrus on the nose. Bright sweet citrus lead to a slight hoppy bitter finish. Best enjoyed chilled ABV: 12-13% *Helltown Lemonade A semi-sweet capsicumel with lemons and scorpion peppers. Citrus and peppers on the nose. Heavy citrus on the palate that is quickly overtaken by scorpion peppers. ABV: 11% My rating rationale for beer, wine, or spirits: +1 Service +1 Atmosphere/Vibe +1 Taste/Quality (Flavor, aroma, and overall quality of the beverage) +1 Presentation (Glassware, garnishes, and visual appeal of the drinks) +1 Selection/Variety (Range of beer, wine, or spirit options and uniqueness of offerings)