On my way back from having had breakfast at the Greenwood Family Restaurant in Troutville,…read moreVirginia, which was established in 1952 and is about 15 miles north of Roanoke, I happened to pass by the Troutville Grocery & Goods store. A charming hometown marketplace that has been family-owned and operated since 1935 and has been passed down through generations. In 2016 it experienced some hardships but the community played a significant role in saving and revitalizing the grocery store. Local residents, businesses, and churches donated time, labor, and money to help keep the fourth-generation business from closing. Today the store is very clean and organized and offers a variety of fresh meats, fruits, seasonal items, and baked goods. They also sell photography and handmade goods on-site. I invite you to view my photographs accompanying this review to get a better sense of the place and the high-quality items they sell. Besides essential items like bread, milk, and eggs, they also sell decorative items made out of wood, framed photographs, and beautiful handmade quilts. I particularly like one of Virginia Tech featuring the HokieBird. I highly recommend you give the place a visit and your total support. In this day and age it is rare to find these kinds of stores, but when one does they should be cherished as something very special.

Corner Hideaway Lucky Finds is a cool place to visit just east of hwy 220, a few miles south of…read moreRoanoke. Lots of stuff to shop. From locally made art and decor to new and used furniture, collectibles, home goods and more. On the way to or from Smith Mountain Lake, it's a good spot to stop and stretch your legs and maybe get a cup of coffee or a cold drink. Watch their social media and stop by when they have a food truck in the parking lot!

A very cool little excursion if you have kids - the old train depot has a used book store and a toy…read morestore attached. It's right by the tracks so you can watch the trains go by - very fun for the kids. The toy selection is creative and fun, and really quite reasonably priced. If you pay cash, you get a 5% discount. Definitely worth checking out for holidays or birthdays.

Loved the books I found--even happened to dig up one by my favorite author! Granted, he's an oldie,…read moreso I guess that makes sense given the selection. Walked out with a classic, too, all for under ten bucks!... The selection is supposedly extensive, however the selection on display was kind of outdated and appeared that it had not been changed out in awhile. Also, I would recommend you bring cash. I wish the owner would set up a Cash App or Venmo account for those of us who don't carry a lot of bills. She'd make a LOT more dough from all of the college students that wander her way! Every restroom was busted, which was irritating, so we had to venture across the street to the antique store. Pee before you go, I guess. Overall, left a little creeped out but the books I found have been great.

I brought in an unusual item to frame and was met with gracious and knowledgeable people who…read moreappreciated that it had sentimental value. They framed it beautifully. Warm and welcoming, the owners of this shop also support the blossoming arts community and exhibit high quality local art. I visit every time I'm in town just to see what new adventures they are into! ~Suzanne

This is a cute gift shop and fudge shop on the top level at Bridgewater Plaza. They sell gifts for…read morepeople of all ages. The fudge is DELICIOUS! I tried sea salt caramel and rocky road. Prices are a bit steep, but that's normal for a gift shop in a touristy area.

One of my favorite gift shops ever! I live about 2 hours from the shop but whenever I'm in the area…read moreI stop. Their selection of gifts is wonderful and their fudge is delicious!!!! They offer boutique clothing, jewelry, shoes, culinary gifts, drinkware, bath and body products...etc. My only complaint is I wish the store was bigger! Everything is a little crammed in but it is nicely organized and displayed. The staff is friendly and the prices are reasonable but their sales are really good and there's always stuff on sale. I recommend this cute shop.

Best local fine craft gallery in the area. Well-curated selection is impeccable and it doesn't get…read moreany friendlier than this sweet little shop's owner and staff. Not to be missed!

This store has a nice selection of fine crafts for yourself or others. They have a wide range of…read moreprices from a few dollars to hundreds for soapstone carvings. Good pottery, good photos and art work.

Introduction: Need…read moreto give a shout out to Mama Ann Gifts. I was down at Smith Mountain Lake with my girlfriend & her parents at her parent's home down there around 4th of July 2025. We decided to go at their restaurant connected next door on Friday, July 4th for lunch & coffee. I'm going to include in my alphabet series as I left off on U and starts with W (Westlake Coffee & Cafe) for a 2nd W. Presidential M&M's on Friday, July 4, 2025: And speaking of W, I saw Presidential M&M from Bush, which I thought was a cool collectable. I Googled the signature and realized it was not HW Bush Sr. but W. Bush Jr. Also, I saw there was a website listed, which wouldn't have been the case from HW Bush (1989-1993) when Internet was in its infancy. It seemed like a fair price at $5.99, so I bought. The woman at the cashier was very nice. I said I thought it seemed cool and asked if she had other Presidents. She said she had Obama, which I said was cool. (Side note: I happened to look at my 2018 Ben's Chili Bowl DC review & I'll say what I said then about Obama dining there, the Obama candy in this case wouldn't have impressed him; he'd still want Trump as of 7/7/25!). I asked if she had for Clinton or before, which she said yes and even mentioned how she is in government & went on Air Force during Clinton. She said if we came back tomorrow she would bring them in. Other Interesting things I observed in the store on July 4: They had a good variety of various Knick knacks, candy, sweets, chips, salsa, & honey. I didn't need the sweets although a couple were a bit tempting. Also, they had a Prayer request journal, where I wrote my name & mentioned something I'll share personally here on Yelp. I had cancer in August 2023, successful surgery, but cancer back & chemo started in June 2025. Very good prognosis for this type of cancer, thankfully, but still chemo sucks, and should be cancer-free in August. Also, thankfully, the Smith Mountain 4th of July trip was during the tail end of chemo round 1 (6/16-6/20) & right before round 2 (7/7-11). Saturday, July 5, 2025: Going back to the store was off our radar on the morning & early afternoon on July 5. That morning we slept until 9:45 set alarm, and her mom said she was going to wake us soon because the friends wanted us to meet in morning so we needed to leave at 10:30 or so to get there about 11. We rode the boat across down from Franklin County home all the way down by the dam & across to Bedford County. We hung with them from 11-1. Then, got back to house, then at lunch, then her parents said we are going to dock, & played a game outside. We walked back up to the house at 3:30, and I said I just remembered the Presidential M&M + 4th of July weekend event set for Saturday, the 5th. She said that's right, and they are closed Sunday. I said they are open until 5 PM because that's what the event time was. So, we got over there about 4 PM. They had a couple of samples for the event as well as popcorn outside, which I enjoyed, after we left. I looked for the cashier, but I didn't see her. Then, I asked a different woman saying I was here yesterday, got W. Bush Presidential M&M's and had asked about others, and she said oh yes she said you had asked about them, and she left earlier. The cashier handed me the bag with Obama Hershey's Kiss (he decided to go different) and Clinton M&M's. She said it's On the House! On the House is my Favorite 3-word preposition! We might need to get candy or something next time we are down there and/or maybe go back to Westlake Coffee/Cafe.

Mama Ann's is an adorable gift shop that is loaded with Smith Mountain Lake souvenirs. Upstairs…read morethey have tons of decor, including custom wood engraving and artwork. They also have candles, toys, jewelry, and other miscellaneous trinkets. I, of course, gravitated towards the fresh canned goods. They have tons of unique jam and preserve flavors, salad dressings, pasta sauce, bar-b-que sauce, pickles, pickled vegetables, and even peanut butter marshmallow spread. Downstairs they have what appeared to be vendor booths with unique antiques and heirlooms. If you are looking for a unique or custom SML souvenir, this spot is worth stopping at!

The Little Gallery is located in the corner of Market St and Kirk Ave, in the heart of Downtown…read moreRoanoke. It is a fine arts gallery and boutique that always is on the lookout for the finest quality and selection of original paintings, sculptures, art glass, jewelry, and specialty gifts by local and regional artists. Since I moved to Roanoke, I have always been very impressed by the quality of works they carry. The gallery has two large well lit display windows up front and is located in a prime location downtown. People going to or coming from restaurants in the area or other places like the Mill Mountain Theatre oftentimes pass by it on the way to their destination and are amazed by the artworks they see in the windows, just like I am. When I went to visit the gallery this Wednesday afternoon, a very friendly and knowledgeable lady greeted and welcomed me and explained to me the story of how they were able to get this key location to move their gallery to. I told her how important art has always been in my life and in the lives of many in our community. This is an ideal place for local and regional artists to introduce their artwork. They can do so by making an appointment to introduce themselves to the Art Gallery Manager and showing their portfolio and some of their artworks. It is also a wonderful place for members of our community and visitors passing y to acquire beautiful artworks to decorate their homes or to expand their art collection. I remember the joy it gave me when, while living in Boston, I visited an Art Gallery and acquired my most valuable painting by the American Artist who also lived in Paris, Mary K. Trotter. I highly recommend this Gallery to all living in or visiting Roanoke. Stop by and view the artwork they have at the moment. Enjoy doing so and who knows, you might find that special piece of art that you can take home with you and that will bring you joy throughout the years as well as all those who visit and admire it.

Extraordinary art and textiles/jewelry! The LOCAL artists are wonderfully talented and creative!…read more The prices are within my budget, too! The lamps I've only seen in Alexandria, so seeing them in downtown Roanoke is such a pleasure! Owners have such panache and are so genuinely happy to see us! A must to enrich the beauty of your dwelling or your business! Do go!