Such an amazing experience! Our server was very welcoming…read moreand interactive and funny. It was a bit busy so we expected a slight delay on drinks/food, but our server kept checking on us every few minutes and kept our drinks full. The atmosphere/design is very unique and offers great talking points for the table. You can look around and always find something new you haven't seen before. For food, I got the French dip, my husband got the fried catfish, and mom got the smash burger. Food was EXCELLENT. The au jus from the French dip was not overly salty as I've had in the past, and it was the perfect amount for the sandwich. Not like other places that will either give you a big tub of au jus or ever a small saucer cup. After lunch, we walked around as they have a shopping area inside with soaps, handmade pottery/kitchenware, and local vendor products such as hatch chile cream cheese and pickled vegetables. Price was very favorable too and didn't seem to be overly priced where the business/vendor up charges significantly to make a huge profit. Definitely worth stopping by even if you only have time for Togo coffee, a snack, of just to shop around!

We were looking for a brunch place on our way home from Charlotte and found this amazing restaurant…read morein Draper, Virginia. Tucked away in the hills of Draper, the Mercantile and Trading Company restaurant is in a remodeled restaurant that used to be a post office. It is reminiscent of a Cracker Barrel but with more style, pizzazz and variety of products available, from stationery to kitchen gadgets to homemade chocolates. The server seated us and was very attentive to our needs. From the bottomless coffee to the follow-up order for one of those homemade biscuits, our server made us feel like we were her only customer! We loved this! Our family ordered the eggs, bacon and toast, as well as a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich, the granola parfait with berries, and the kid-sized omelette with a side of sausage patties. The portions were large and no one was left wanting for more food. We had to try the biscuit, so we sampled parts of it but ended up getting most of it "to go." The flavor reminded me of the biscuits my mom used to make when I was a kid. Delicious! We highly recommend this restaurant and know you will find a little bit of something for everyone here. The restaurant has plenty of room for all diners, inside or on the large wraparound porch. The food is served in large portions and the service is second to none. We will definitely be coming back the next time we are in the area.

What a great find in the town of Floyd! I took my nephew…read morehere when we were on our way to visit VA Tech. The service was impeccable. Every person jumped in to either bring us food, drinks or check in on us. They even chatted about college with him. We felt like family. I usually say what is special about breakfast? It's difficult to mess up. I got the special corned beef hash breakfast and it was simple and delicious. I loved every single bite. They also had homemade strawberry jam which was perfect. Not like those little prepackaged plastic jelly packs. Thank you again for a great meal!

Very friendly service and a short wait, even though we went on a busy Saturday morning. The food…read morewas not fancy, but it was delicious southern cooking. The biscuits and gravy were delicious. Bacon was excellent, the country ham was tasty . The only suggestion I would have is stronger coffee. The atmosphere had a good down home feel to it.

This was a lovely little find on our way back from TN to MD, just of 81 in Marion, VA. We all got…read morethe burrito bowls - chicken & steak. Good quantity for the price, the bowl was $10! The service was lovely, the restaurant was clean and staff friendly . The sweet ice tea was great on a warm spring day. This is just off exit 45 on 81N so don't drive past when you take the exit. Quick easy and delicious !

Stopped here cause we did not want the typical fast food and it was great both Service and food and…read moreno more or less cost than fast food.

Enjoyed a nice Sunday dinner for 2. We arrived early for our reservation, greated warmly and had a…read morefew minutes to relax and talk in the lounge area. After being seated, the service was prompt and friendly. Enjoyed a cup of potato soup and fresh salad to start. The arrival of the entrées was perfect. We had blackened tout with a side of mashed potatoes and local squash and crab cakes with the same sides. The food was excellent. This place is a must try when you are in the area.

Everything. You absolutely must stay here when visiting this truly cool small town! Get the fried…read morechicken in the restaurant and enjoy a cocktail before and after dinner!

I tried Sisters as a Plan B because my first choice wasn't opening until dinner. What a pleasant…read moresurprise! Nice casual atmosphere, and the soup and sandwich combo is excellent. Knowledgeable efficient wait staff as well. I really like this place.

This spot was pretty good overall. The idea of Mac and cheese soup was probably one of the most…read moreunique approaches I've seen in a while. I liked the sweet tea and egg salad sandwich and the prices were quite reasonable. The service and ambiance were nice and felt very local and community based. Very cute spot - wish I had had more time to shop around.

Recently visited Eggs Up Grill in Blacksburg, Va because I was visiting my daughter in college and…read morewe wanted to give this place a try. We actually tried eating here a few months prior but the wait was nearly 2 hours long. This go around we had no wait. We were immediately sat and our drink orders were taken. Both my daughter and I chose apple juice. We also ordered a small appetizer b/c she was starving. The appetizer was yummy, can't remember what it was called but it was basically like doughnuts without the caramel it comes with. Our server was a young man and he did a fantastic job. He was very attentive to our table and our needs. The food was amazing, now I see why there was a 2 hour wait last time. I rarely eat other people's grits but these were pretty tasty and cooked just right. When I got my check I was in total shock though. Two apple juices (with no refills mind you) were approx. $5 a piece. WTF, why so expensive? I could have purchased a large jug of apple juice from Kroger. Yeah, I know I sound cheap. Nope, that the case just shocked at the price of a small glass of apple juice was with again no refills. We will definitely return next time I visit but we won't get apple juice again, we will stick to water.

Awful food! The amount of sugar in the hot chocolate was off the charts! The country ham, gravy and…read morefries were not edible due to the amount of salt. The server didn't even take the biscuits off the check after we explained we couldn't eat something that salty. She explained the gravy was bought frozen, wasn't prepared by them. When my husband asked to take it off the check she did but then went back complaining we didn't leave a tip!! Why would we? After paying $80 for mediocre food. This place obviously doesn't care about costumers. If you want to get diabetes and a heart attack have breakfast here daily!

Customer service was excellent. You felt like you were at home talking to friends and family. Food…read morewas delicious as well and quick service. Highly recommend

Have to love a hometown cafe that gets the coffee and the biscuits done right!…read more The location is small, friendly and old fashion. I had the bacon, egg, and cheese biscuits ... great value at two for under $7. I had to break off a piece of the biscuit first to see what I was in for .. soft inside, good texture outside, butter flavor with a hint of salt. Yep .. this breakfast was not going to disappoint. I have to add that the bacon was thick and cooked perfectly as the fat was crispy and flavorful but not burnt. The coffee was strong and not bitter. The service was friendly and fast. You can tell the locals frequent this place from the conversations the staff has with the customers.

Best smash burger I have ever had! Delicious, huge, cheesy and a bit messy. Food 10/10. Service…read more10/10 - nicest people, vibe of the place 10/10.

Not busy at all but extremely attentive to us as we came in. Loved the decor; felt like home. The…read morefood was nice. The chicken sandwich was the best! Loved the crispy tots. The salad was simple and filling.

Very good food and excellent service, eve though we were with a large group of fussy people.read more

I go to The Palisades about four times a year. The food is phenomenal. Lots of people in the place…read more( Saturday night). This week was different- I ordered the special for the night, a tasty fish dish. I am on a keto diet. The fish came topped with slaw. I was supposed to order " a carb" so I asked for more green beans. They said I already had a vegetable ( slaw). And that I couldn't have green beans. I love their green beans. But that was that - the waiter remained firm. So my plate came looking a little bare ( white fish fillet with slaw on top). I had not had that happen before. It annoyed me!

Before getting on the road, we decided to stop here for breakfast to avoid having to stop again…read morehalfway. With two kids in tow, we were worried there would be a wait, but thanks to summer break, we were seated quickly and all of the staff were super friendly and attentive. Holy moly, the eggs. I have no idea what magic they put into them (maybe butter?), but they were sooo flavorful! My kids (who are moderately picky, especially with their scrambled eggs) scarfed them down and asked me for a few bites of my omelette. The kids cleaned their plates (pancakes, egg, bacon) and so did my husband and I! I got a simple meat & cheese omelette (w sausage) and expected a pretty standard omelette - but those eggs, man. Those eggs! Hubs got western omelette with ham, and same. Go get Joe's eggs!! You won't regret it. Added bonus points for a deliciously fluffy biscuit and hot, yummy coffee!

We came in on the morning of 11/16 after we checked out of Main St Inn. Our plan was to grab a late…read morebreakfast, do a little shopping, tour Blacksburg to witness how much it's changed, then attend the basketball game. Joe's was a nice start to the day as they provide good food and good service within a tiny, but capable venue. Joe's is located near the Main St-College Ave intersection, next door to Hokie Hair (mind you, College Ave is no longer open to traffic, it's now a huge sidewalk). They are small and, since all the buildings along this portion of Main St are older, its interior is dark and dated. A makeover could be in order, but its old school look and feel lends itself to the friendly small town vibe I've become accustomed to in Blacksburg. This diner was nearly full, so we sat at the bar. There were three servers on the floor - all students. All three were friendly, helpful and loquacious (we talked about college in general, how to take advantage of a college's resources, and even discussed desired future outcomes of their educations - plenty of interesting topics for a chill Sunday morning). Neal had the t-bone steak and eggs, while I ordered a dish known as Joetaters (diced potatoes, cheddar jack, eggs, onions, peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms; and a choice of either bacon, ham, country ham, or sausage). Joetaters also came with a choice of white or wheat toast (or you can choose a biscuit for an extra $1.50). I chose wheat toast, and the entree was excellent. Neal ate his entire meal, so it's safe to say we enjoyed our food. Joe's is an excellent diner with awesome food and service. I can't wait to dine there again when I return. Thank you, Joe's Diner! JV