Small but mighty! This shop has the kindest owner and lots of wonderful products for a good price…read more Some of our favorites were the kielbasa, red pepper spread and dubai chocolate. When looking at the ingredients for the red pepper spread, I was happy to see a list of 4 - red bell pepper, eggplant, salt and oil. It can be challenging to find something so clean and tasty from a jar in the US! I love it on toast with eggs and arugula. This place is something special despite being located in a sleepy shopping plaza.

Stock updates every other week. Awesome selection, friendly…read moreowner. (You don't have to be from Europe to appreciate the items available). Awesome skumbria.

I visited today. Very impressed - great selection, clean, and orderly. The owner takes great pride…read moreand gave me a tour. Delicious food prepared from scratch and at reasonable prices.

It's a small Indian food market, but clean and well-organized. They have a couple of rows of dry…read moregoods, a freezer, and a bit of produce. They also cook their own food, and roaming to the back yielded several dishes to go. I got some lentils, but they offered me samosas as well, which for some reason were stored somewhere that you couldn't see them. Having found them, they had a nice aromatic fennel seed note. I picked up a few other items, and I could certainly see returning for more.

Yard Bull Meats is a small butcher shop located at 2203 Crystal Spring Ave in Roanoke, Virginia,…read more next to The River and Rail Restaurant. But don't let its small size fool you, this is Roanoke 's only Whole Animal Butcher Shop and it specializes in the best custom cuts & roasts, dry-aged steaks, sausages, deli meats, seafood; and they have the best pork loin chops and tenderloin. When I discovered it and went to check it out, I was amazed at the number of people entering this small space to purchase quality cuts of meats. One after another couples came in, while others couples went out. And they all seemed to be steady customers. The place was very clean with its brick walls painted in white, beautiful light color polished hardwood floors, and its refrigerated display cases, furniture, and equipment was so well maintained that they all looked new. But what impressed me the most was the friendly and knowledgeable staff who provided excellent customer service. They pride themselves in having the best steaks in town, such as the 35-day Dry-Age Bone-In Strip Steaks and Ribeyes - Deep, rich flavor with the perfect amount of funk. Their prices might not be the lowest, but with their superior quality and wonderful treatment provided, you definitely feel your getting above expectation value for your purchase. I highly recommend this Butcher Shop to all those who love quality meats and seafood. And to be given the red carpet treatment while they are shopping.

It's a very nice little shop, very clean and tidy. The staff was friendly on the phone and when I…read morewent in and placed an order for a prime rib roast to be a late Mother's Day present. Two days later when I returned, I received a beautiful product, perfectly cut, trimmed and packaged. It weighed a few more pounds than I expected, so the $50 deposit and the $200 I brought with me wasn't enough. I don't mind paying for top quality though, and their beef is top notch. I had to put the last $139 on my debit card and this is where they lost the fifth star. When I put my card in the machine, a tipping option came up on the screen. There were four guys behind the counter staring at me, and everything went frosty when I pushed the "no tip" button. I always tip wait staff 20% or more because I know the lion's share of their wages come from their tips. I KNOW it is not required to tip the butcher though. These guys earn a living wage, and frankly I had my fingers crossed that there was enough money on my card to cover the rest of the cost of the roast. It made me very uncomfortable, and I left feeling like the staff believed I had slighted them. So, in conclusion, if you want the best beef in Roanoke has to offer, this is the place to shop. If you want to avoid an uncomforable conclusion, bring enough cash to cover your purchase and avoid getting the stare down over the card transaction.

Recently visited Montano's for the second time and I've enjoyed both of my meals here. Came here…read morewith my family for a meal and everyone enjoyed what they had (with the exception of the oyster salad). I loved the pimento cheese bread I started with and my shrimp and salmon with pasta was very tasty. Standout here was the fried artichoke appetizer...that was delicious. Service was friendly and prices were reasonable. Overall, a very nice evening at Montano's. They handle big parties well (there were six of us) and everyone left happy and with leftovers!

Our new go to date night. Brazilian menu is outstanding and delicious. Wife and I are trying to…read morefind something new each time we dine out- not disappointed. The wait staff is knowledgeable but busy. Always busy. Gotta try this place. Reservations can be done online.

I usually refer to this Krogers location as "Bougie Krogers." Their selection seems to be more…read morehigh-end items and specialty products than other locations within a 5-10 mile radius. Helpful staff and very attentive customer service by associates backs this up from a service standpoint. Very nice and clean location. When they were doing renovations this past summer/fall timeframe, they did place a lot of care in their overall cleanliness and safety in that area where work was being done. This is my go-to Krogers location. Even when Publix opens up in 2026, this will be my home store for quality groceries.

I go here all the time for the deli! Everyone at the deli is so friendly, but especially Keegan. He…read morehas been such a big help for me. His recommendations are always so perfect! It's hard to believe he's new because he is the most helpful deli employee I have ever met. I just visited Kroger for the last time before I move away and I had to get a picture with him! I can't recommend him enough.

A nice specialty grocery with deli counter…read more I was too late to catch the deli counter but browsed and got a loaf of sourdough from a vendor. From my limited experience I would return.

Never in my wildest dreams could I have imagined such an extraordinary Grocery and Cafe that opened…read moreits doors in 2019 after quality extensive renovations to Tinnell's Finer Foods, when it closed its doors after 82 years of serving the South Roanoke community. When I came to visit this place for the first time I had no idea that it had a close relationship to the River and Rail Restaurant which I reviewed last year, giving it the highest rank of my Five Star reviews ever. When doing my research for this review I found out that the long-time Roanoke residents, Whit and Lauren Ellerman, the owners of Crystal Spring Grocery, are also the owners of the River and Rail Restaurant, located on the same block as Crystal Spring Grocery. The Ellermans clearly have an eye for recognizing the possibilities of vacant buildings and the talents of others and a vision of how they can come up with something as wonderful as this establishment. Gourmet grocery store and Cafe is a short definition of what Crystal Spring Grocery Company is all about. But I must go more in depth of what makes it so special and unique beside being gourmet. First of all I was very impressed with the interior design of the building space. Simple yet beautiful in its simplicity. I particularly loved its shiny whitish gray floors, and the green furniture and design, throughout the Grocery as well as Cafe. Also, I was very impressed with the windows and lighting treatment of the place. Second, I was very impressed with the quality and organization of the food items and wines, in the Grocery area. Third, with the menu items and quality of the food coming out of the kitchen of the Cafe. I had an Iced Sweet Tea to drink, and a Chicken Sandwich with Fries to eat. Everything was amazingly delicious. And last, but not least, I was highly impressed with the quality of your employees; with the ones behind the counter up front and the ones taking the orders and handing them out in the Cafe area. They all were so friendly and welcoming and at the same time so knowledgeable and organized, providing exceptional customer service individual and working as Team players. I highly recommend this Grocery and Cafe to everyone reading my review and viewing my photographs accompanying this review. This place is another gem in the this neighborhood.

Staff is very knowledgeable They are…read moreVery helpful and friendly They have everything you need Has very discounts

I called in to see if they had a product in stock. I formerly purchased it through Amazon, but…read morewanted it sooner. The associate who answered the phone was great ! She put me on a brief, 2 minute, hold while she checked. I I was informed it was not in stock, the scent name on the label had changed and they would be happy to order it without a markup and not in bulk... they carry it anyway. It was the same price as on the products website (Shikai) and CHEAPER than Amazon ! What more could you ask for courtesy and cruelty free products.

One of the most beautifully creative gift shop in Roanoke, Sugar Magnolia seems to amaze me every…read moretime I visit it. Today, Black Friday, I was fortunate enough to meet the owners of the place, a husband and wife team who came up with the idea of this store and very successfully have made it come true. The husband deals with the numbers, while the wife is the creative mind and buyer of all the one of a kind interesting gifts displayed in the store. This store has so many categories of gifts that it would be impossible to mention them all in this review, but take a look of the photographs accompanying the review and you will be able to get an idea of them all. After all, it is said that a picture is worth a thousand words. Two of the main categories are Chocolates and Ice Cream. I went there today to purchase a box of hand picked chocolates which I myself selected and one of the friendly employees arranged very neatly inside the box. Some other categories of gifts include very lovely, quality Greeting Cards, very nice Souvenirs of the Star City of Roanoke, Stuffed Animals, Magnets with Quotes that touch the heart, Pottery such as mugs, plates, pitchers, cookies jars, and during this special time of the year, Nutcracker, Christmas decorations and ornaments, and other festive items that celebrate the Holiday Season time of the year. There is also an area with Purses, Jewelry, scarfs, soaps, incense, and a diverse variety of other beautiful items, that the wife and co-owner of the store has hand selected on her trips as Buyer. But if all this seems amazing and spectacular, what is even greater are the hand picked and well trained employees of the store. Immediately after you enter the store they make eye contact and greet you with a smile, making you feel comfortable and at home. They help you with any questions you might have and in locating that perfect gift for a family member or a best friend. They serve you that special ice cream behind the counter, for you to enjoy while sitting at one of the small tables or while browsing around the store. The customer service they provide is absolutely amazing, and they are key in providing the ambiance that make this store so special. I highly recommend this store to all. Go in and browse around. Enjoy the beauty of the store and the diverse gift items in stock. I am certain that it won't take long for you to find a gift for that special person in your life, for your best friend, or maybe even a gift to get for yourself.

Great staff, amazing ice cream and adorable shop. My brother and I shared a banana split and my…read moredaughter got some of the chocolate truffles out of the case.

This is a nice-looking store, like most Fresh Markets. The selection was, as I often find, a bit…read morepuzzling. I came seeking the little protein shakes that are common in health food stores. Finding them neither with the vegetables or with the alternative milks or with the coffee-based mixed drinks, I assumed they didn't have any of this sort of item, only to find a small freestanding cooler that did have some, but not quite the price or selection that I was hoping after all that searching. Similarly, some elements of the fruit and vegetable section didn't quite have everything I was hoping for. This store also had a longer wait in line than I would have expected despite three registers running. There were still some good quality food items to be had, but trying to shop comprehensively at Fresh Market often leaves me a bit frustrated.

You guys carry a few products that others don't and your deli/meat department are stellar!read more

Tapped Beer (4/5): We had the Arkansas Black (1/5), Donuts vs Mermaids (5/5), Soft Hands (3/5),…read moreUnicorn Fuel Dry Cider with Rosehips and Hibiscus (3/5). The Donuts vs Mermaids was absolutely amazing! They had 20 on tap. Tapped Wine (4/5): I tried a red organic wine (1/5) and a rose (5/5). They had 12 on tap. Beer & Wine to-go options (5/5): They had so many different types of wine, beer, seltzers, and mead to choose from! You can buy single cans, but they are more per than just buying the pack. Process (5/5): This place is pretty neat! You start a tab, you get a card, and you insert the card into slots in order to pour your own beer or wine. You can control how much you want since you only get charged on how much you pour! I love this idea! Seating (4/5): The outside seating was limited. 1 room that was outside and LOUD, 1 room that was connected to the outside room and the inner room surrounded by windows, and then the main inner room with tables and was opened to the beer & wine mart side. Definitely a nice place to check out when you want a bit of everything.

Best beer store I've been to, and I'm a beer snob from Richmond. Staff is amazing, selection is…read moreunmatched by a mile, and the pour your own beer section is fantastic. They always have great beer on tap from some of the top breweries in the world, and their brewer makes some top notch stuff as well (especially sours). It's pretty big and has the cleanest bathrooms I've seen at a brewery. I've never had any of their deli type menu but it looks solid. Only con is that I spend too much between here and the inevitable trip to Mellow Mushroom after.