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al fresco dining
AWFUL ARTHUR’S Located on Historic Market Square . 540.344.2997 Roanoke ’s most complete Raw Bar. Featuring chef specials, steaks, pasta, salads, and sandwiches. Tuesday is crab leg night. Wednesday is 35 cent oyster night, and Thursday is shrimp night. Shuckin’ seven days a week for lunch and dinner. $$
BILLY’S RITZ 102 Salem Avenue . 540.342.3937 Casual elegant dining in the heart of Roanoke ’s historic market area. Steaks, chops, seafood, and more! $$-$$$
CORNED BEEF & CO. 107 S. Jefferson Street . 540.342.3354 Live acoustic music on the deck on Wednesdays. Live bands and various featured DJs on Thursday-Saturday nights. Darts, cigars, championship billiards, and shuffleboard. Broad menu features American classics, steaks, pastas, wood-fired oven pizzas, and much more. $$
CORNERSTONE BAR & GRILLE 24 East Campbell Avenue . 540.527.2789 Offering a variety of delicious appetizers, burgers, sandwiches, salads, soups, and dinner selections. Come join us for lunch and dinner in our completely renovated bar and grille. Serving lunch and dinner continuously from 11:30am to close. $
GREEN DOLPHIN GRILLE 127 Campbell Avenue . 540.857.0688 A little beach grille in Downtown Roanoke. Featuring a variety of fresh seasonal fish, assorted seafood specialties, vegetarian, chicken, sandwiches, soups, salads, and more. Live entertainment six nights a week, reservations suggested. Closed Sundays. Offering lunch, dinner, and late night specials. $$
THE LITTLE DIPPER 209 Market Street . 540.982.6971 A quaint & unique restaurant located in the Historic Farmer’s Market in Downtown Roanoke. Enjoy our celestial theme and our smoothie drinks named after the zodiac signs. Customers marvel at the artistic rendering of the constellations, night stars, glowing sun and moon created by a local artist. In addition to smoothies and ice cream, we offer wraps, sandwiches, homemade soups and salads. We use fresh-roasted turkey breast and savory rotisserie chicken. Call in orders welcome and catering available with 24-hour notice. Open Mon-Sat. $
MACADO’S 120 Church Avenue SE. 540.342.7231 Known for its huge, deli-style sandwiches, as well as its entertaining, eclectic décor. Locations include downtown Roanoke , Grand Pavilion, Salem , Blacksburg , Christiansburg, and Radford. $
METRO! 14 E. Campbell Avenue , across from Center in the Square. 540.345.6645 Downtown Roanoke ’s hippest restaurant featuring Nouveau American cuisine in a stylish metropolitan atmosphere. Lunch Mon.-Sat 11:30-2:00 . Sushi Bar & Lounge is open Mon-Sat from 5pm until last call. Open for dinner Mon-Sat 5-10pm. Reservations recommended. Lunch $, Dinner $$$
PINE ROOM Located in Hotel Roanoke at 110 Shenandoah Avenue . 540.985.5900 Casual dining featuring freshly made appetizers, salads, sandwiches, and desserts served in a pub atmosphere. Outdoor patio seating available. Live entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights. “Blue Jeans Brunch” with live entertainment every Sunday. 10am-2pm . $
REGENCY ROOM Located in Hotel Roanoke at 110 Shenandoah Avenue . 540.985.5900 For a night to remember, come experience award-winning ambience, service, cuisine, and wine in our newly renovated dining room. Outdoor dining is available on the veranda. $$$
TAVERN ON THE MARKET Located in the Historic Market Building . 540.343.2957 A unique gathering spot for food, drinks, and fun. Come see why our hamburgers were voted “Best of the City” by the readers of City Magazine. Lunch $ Dinner $$
WERTZ’S RESTAURANT 215 Market Street . 540.342.5133 On the Market for 25 years! Our talented kitchen staff offers up an eclectic menu featuring Sesame Seared Tuna, Mango & Brie Quesadilla, Hang-town Fry, Lamb Salad, and much more. Our three dining rooms and seasonal patio offer a casual upscale atmosphere to enjoy lunch, brunch, or dinner. A worldwide wine list complements all our menus. Our wine cellar is great for parties. Open 7 days a week. Call ahead for hours or reservations. $$-$$$
american
ADOBE SALAD WORKS 32 Market Square, inside the City Market Building 540.314.7566. Salads including the Caprese, River Styx, Seasonal Fruit Salad, Smoked Salmon Cobb Salad, over 60 toppings to choose from, also featuring sandwiches such as the Sailor, Southern Reuben, Tuna/Chicken/Curry Salad, and Club. Call in orders welcome. $
202 MARKET 202 Market Square 540.343.6644 www.202market.net. “Kitchen,” newly located at 202 Market on The Square, features world- class, innovative American cuisine by Chef Chad Scott. Menu items follow a principle of simple, fresh, green and clean. Aside from being blown away by some sophisticated flavors, you’ll be able to pronounce everything on this vibrant menu that features anything from Truffle Kettled Popcorn from the snack section of the menu, to some of the most incredible beef, chicken and fish entrées to be found in Roanoke. Dinner is offered from 5pm-10pm, T-Th & Sun, and 5pm-11pm Fri, Sat. Loft ultra-chic lounge and music venue is open late. Closed Monday. $$$
BILLY’S RITZ 102 Salem Avenue . 540.342.3937 Casual elegant dining in the heart of Roanoke ’s historic market area. Steaks, chops, seafood, and more! $$-$$$
BLUE 5 (A Blues & Jazz Themed Restaurant) 312 2nd Street, Downtown Roanoke. 540.904.5161. www.blue5restaurant.com “Food for the Soul” Great food, live entertainment. Award winning executive chef, Richard Todeschini. $$-$$$
THE CITY MARKET BUILDING A Festival Market Place in Downtown Roanoke . Located in the heart of Downtown Roanoke, across from Center in the Square. Featuring dining including Adobe Salad Works 540.314.7566, Burger in the Square 540.982.1639, Hong Kong Restaurant 540.345.3790, Chico’s Big Lick Pizza 540.342.1197, Grassroots Deli 540.342.5588, Kim’s Seafood 540.343.0516, New York Subs 540.342.9758, Nuts & Sweet Things 540.344.3717, Paradiso Cuban Restaurant 540.985.4552, Pasta Perfection 540.343.2957, Red Coyote Mexican Grill 540.345.2180, Seeds of Light 540.342.8037, Tavern on the Market 540.343.2957, Nick’s Pig-n-Chicken 540.982.0029, Tokyo Express Sushi 540.981.2200, and Zorba Greek and Mediterranean 540.342.4107.
CORNED BEEF & CO. 107 S. Jefferson Street . 540.342.3354 Live acoustic music on the deck on Wednesdays. Live bands and various featured DJs on Thursday-Saturday nights. Darts, cigars, championship billiards, and shuffleboard. Broad menu features American classics, steaks, pastas, wood-fired oven pizzas, and much more. $$
CORNERSTONE BAR & GRILLE 24 East Campbell Avenue . 540.527.2789 Offering a variety of delicious appetizers, burgers, sandwiches, salads, soups, and dinner selections. Come join us for lunch and dinner in our completely renovated bar and grille. Serving lunch and dinner continuously from 11:30am to close. $
ENCORE CATERING & GRILLE 710 Williamson Rd. at the Roanoke Civic Center. 540.853.5380 Acclaimed services, offered both on and off premises. Menu selections range from, culinary delights to modern American classics, customized for any occasion. The Encore Grille, located on the Mezzanine of the Roanoke Performing Arts Theatre, currently features the Broadway Buffet and Supper at The Symphony (prior to these scheduled events). Reservations required. $$
ERNIE’S 210-B Market Street . 540.342.7100 Breakfast & lunch favorites in traditional Roanoke setting. $
MACADO’S 120 Church Avenue SE. 540.342.7231 Known for its huge, deli-style sandwiches, as well as its entertaining, eclectic décor. Locations include downtown Roanoke , Grand Pavilion, Salem , Blacksburg , Christiansburg, and Radford. $
MARTIN’S DOWNTOWN BAR & GRILL 413 First St., Downtown Roanoke 540.985.6278 American classic menu in a great atmosphere featuring St. Louis Ribs, Prime Rib, fish, pasta, sandwiches, salads, live music and a full bar. See our menu and entertainment schedule at www.martinsdowntown.com Reservations accepted. $$
PAUL’S RESTAURANT 13 Franklin Road . 540.982.9583 Featuring home-style breakfast, lunch and afternoon American and Greek food. 6am-7pm . Take out is available. Since 1948. $
PINE ROOM Located in Hotel Roanoke at 110 Shenandoah Avenue . 540.985.5900 Casual dining featuring freshly made appetizers, salads, sandwiches, and desserts served in a pub atmosphere. Outdoor patio seating available. Live entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights. “Blue Jeans Brunch” with live entertainment every Sunday. 10am-2pm . $
ROANOKE WIENER STAND 25 Campbell Avenue . 540.342.6932 Grab a dog with everything from a Roanoke tradition in the heart of our Historic Market. $
THE SUN DANCE CAFÉ 135 Campbell Avenue. 540.345.2403 or fax your to-go order to 540.345.2530. Serving homestyle breakfast 7am-3pm featuring our signature omelets, biscuits & hot cakes. Our lunch includes our signature burger on chibata bread. Wonderful wraps, salads and daily specials. Dinner on Thursday, Friday & Saturday 5pm-9pm. Free Wi-Fi Zone. $
TABLE 50 Located at 309 Market Street on Roanoke ’s Historic City Market. 540.904.2350. Open Tuesday -Saturday 11:30am -10pm (bar open until Midnight , 1am on Friday and Saturday). Evening reservations recommended. $$$
TAVERN ON THE MARKET Located in the Historic Market Building . 540.343.2957 A unique gathering spot for food, drinks, and fun. Come see why our hamburgers were voted “Best of the City” by the readers of City Magazine. Lunch $ Dinner $$
TEXAS TAVERN 114 Church Avenue . 540.342.4825 Open 24 hours. Roanoke ’s classic late-night stop, with classic late-night foods. $
TRIO 315 Market Street . 540.904.5887 Inspire your senses. Nothing is quite as inviting as the succulent aroma of five senses American cuisine. Our menu offers a delectable selection of starters and entrees as well as decadent desserts. Enjoy this sumptuous fare in our cozy, renovated dining room, located in the heart of historic Roanoke , mere steps from one of the nation’s oldest farmer’s markets. $$$
TUDOR’S BISCUIT WORLD 23 W. Church Avenue . 540.344.2008 Breakfast biscuits that start your day off right & a classic lunch menu that keeps you going! We also deliver!! $
WERTZ’S RESTAURANT 215 Market Street . 540.342.5133 On the Market for 25 years! Our talented kitchen staff offers up an eclectic menu featuring Sesame Seared Tuna, Mango & Brie Quesadilla, Hang-town Fry, Lamb Salad, and much more. Our three dining rooms and seasonal patio offer a casual upscale atmosphere to enjoy lunch, brunch, or dinner. A worldwide wine list complements all our menus. Our wine cellar is great for parties. Open 7 days a week. Call ahead for hours or reservations. $$-$$$
ZAK’S CAFE 128 Campbell Avenue . 540.343.6900 Featuring grilled Panini sandwiches, fresh specialty salads, appetizers, and Focaccia bread pizzas. All items to go, call for “To Go” fax menu. Lunch served 10am-2:30pm . Dinner served 5-10pm Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Featuring pork tenderloin, grilled chicken, lasagna, stuffed salmon, and many more delicious seafood entrees. Also offering wonderful specials. Wine & Cocktails available. Lunch $ Dinner $$
bakery & specialty shops
CANDY BOUQUET 418 First Street in Downtown Roanoke . 540.344.3140 Unique handmade floral-like arrangements created with gourmet candies, cookies and chocolates for any occasion on any budget. Free local delivery. www.3680.candybouquet.com $
THE LITTLE DIPPER 209 Market Street . 540.982.6971 A quaint & unique restaurant located in the Historic Farmer’s Market in Downtown Roanoke. Enjoy our celestial theme and our smoothie drinks named after the zodiac signs. Customers marvel at the artistic rendering of the constellations, night stars, glowing sun and moon created by a local artist. In addition to smoothies and ice cream, we offer wraps, sandwiches, homemade soups and salads. We use fresh-roasted turkey breast and savory rotisserie chicken. Call in orders welcome and catering available with 24-hour notice. Open Mon-Sat. $
ON THE RISE On the Farmer’s Market. 540.344.7715 Best Bread on The Market! All our breads are baked in the traditional European style. We import the finest baking equipment from France and Italy to ensure the quality of our product. Offering all varieties of breads all day long. Come in for lunch and enjoy thick crust pizza, subs, and sandwiches, daily specials, and delicious cookies. $
SAY CHEESE 106 Salem Avenue 540.342.3937 Located on Roanoke’s Historic City Market, featuring fine cheeses, Panini, specialty meats, Lifestyle Wines, chocolates and other great stuff!
SEASONS & OCCASIONS 24 Kirk Avenue 540.985.3775 Featuring homemade soups, paninis and daily specials. Come visit Roanoke best kept secret! $
SEASONS & OCCASION S 108 N Jefferson Street . 540.767.6017 Located at Roanoke Higher Education Authority, featuring homemade soups, paninis and daily specials. Come visit Roanoke ’s best kept secret! $
bbq
THE BLUES BBQ CO. 107 Market Square. Featuring BBQ from around the country! Carolina style, Memphis style, Texas style, award winning smoked brisket chili, charbroiled 1/2 lb. burgers, daily specials and our own desserts! “It’s all about the love!” $$
coffee shops
MILL MOUNTAIN COFFEE & TEA 112 Campbell Ave. 540.342.9404 Espresso Bar and desserts. Fresh roasted coffees and a fine array of sumptuous desserts. $
TUDOR’S BISCUIT WORLD 23 W. Church Avenue . 540.344.2008 Breakfast biscuits that start your day off right & a classic lunch menu that keeps you going! We also deliver!! $
cuban
PARADISO CUBAN CUISINE RESTAURANT 32 Market Square . 540.985.4552 Located in the Roanoke City Market Bldg. A lovely taste of Havana is here with authentic Cuban cuisine. $
indian
NAWAB INDIAN CUISINE 118 Campbell Avenue . 540.345.5150 Enjoy continuously award-winning Indian cuisine in an elegant atmosphere. Open every day of the year for lunch and dinner. Lunch buffet seven days a week. Champagne Lunch Buffet on Saturdays and Sundays. Also offering kid’s menu, full bar and selection of fine wines. A great selection of seafood, lamb, chicken, and vegetarian dishes prepared to your taste. Banquet facility available. Located on the Historic City Market in Downtown Roanoke . http://www.nawabrestaurant.com/ $$
SWAGAT INDIAN CUISINE 303 First Street . 540.342.4887 Offers a richly varied menu of fresh, natural ingredients, wholesome sauces, and flavorful spices. Specialties are Curried Lamb, chicken, beef, vegetable, seafood, and more. Daily lunch buffet and dinner. Full bar. $$
international
ARZU 213 Williamson Road. 540.982.7160. Experience Turkish, Italian and France entrees at there best. All this while you are in a beautiful, chandelier let dining room with wall sized morales of the mediterranean. Join us for lunch W-F 11:00am-1:30pm and dinner M-Sat.4:30-10:00pm. Private Banquet rooms available for parties up to 175ppl. $$
REGENCY ROOM Located in Hotel Roanoke at 110 Shenandoah Avenue . 540.985.5900 For a night to remember, come experience award-winning ambience, service, cuisine, and wine in our newly renovated dining room. Outdoor dining is available on the veranda. $$$
italian
NICO’S RISTORANTE E CAFE 125 Campbell Avenue, Roanoke 540.342.4444 Serving authentic Italian food Tuesday-Saturday, Lunch and Dinner. $$$
japanese
TOKYO EXPRESS Conveniently located downtown in the International Food Court, 540.981.2200. Tokyo Express offers a select variety of authentic Japanese culinary specialties at a very reasonable price$. Expert Sushi preparation is a delight for the senses, and some of the best around! Dine-in, Take-out, and Limited Catering available. $
WASABI’S 214 Market Street.540.904.6254. Roanoke’s newest Sushi Bar & Japanese Restaurant, offering an exciting fare of Japanese Sushi and variety of grilled fresh seafood, beef and chicken. Whether your preferences are Sushi at the Sushi bar, take-out, or any of the chef’s delights, you can be certain that you will have experienced authentic Japanese cuisine. Hard & soft beverages, including Sapporo and Kirin beer. Have you had Sake lately? M-S, 11am-3pm/5-10pm. $$
mexican
LA FINCA 27 W. Campbell Avenue . 540.343.0801 Authentic Mexican food. Try our popular margaritas. Fridays and Saturdays - Latin Dance from 9pm-2am . $
noveau american
METRO! 14 E. Campbell Avenue , across from Center in the Square. 540.345.6645 Downtown Roanoke ’s hippest restaurant featuring Nouveau American cuisine in a stylish metropolitan atmosphere. Lunch Mon.-Sat 11:30-2:00 . Sushi Bar & Lounge is open Mon-Sat from 5pm until last call. Open for dinner Mon-Sat 5-10pm. Reservations recommended. Lunch $, Dinner http://www.metroroanoke.com/ $$$
pizza
DOMINO’S PIZZA 325 Elm Avenue . 540.345.3033 Serving great pizza & things. Open daily 11am-1am and even later Friday & Saturday, 11am-2am . We love parties: One call does it all. Get the door, it’s Domino’s Delivery/CarryOut. $$
seafood
AWFUL ARTHUR’S Located on Historic Market Square . 540.344.2997 Roanoke ’s most complete Raw Bar. Featuring chef specials, steaks, pasta, salads, and sandwiches. Tuesday is crab leg night. Wednesday is 35 cent oyster night, and Thursday is shrimp night. Shuckin’ seven days a week for lunch and dinner. $$
GREEN DOLPHIN GRILLE 127 Campbell Avenue . 540.857.0688 A little beach grille in Downtown Roanoke. Featuring a variety of fresh seasonal fish, assorted seafood specialties, vegetarian, chicken, sandwiches, soups, salads, and more. Live entertainment six nights a week, reservations suggested. Closed Sundays. Offering lunch, dinner, and late night specials. $$
steakhouse
FRANKIE ROWLAND’S 104 S. Jefferson Street . 540.527.2333 Reservations recommended. Upscale dining featuring USDA Prime & Certified Angus beef, fresh Maine lobster and seafood entrees, fabulous bar with assorted specialty flavored martinis and high-end liquors. $$$
thai
TONG’S THAI 19 Salem Avenue , Roanoke ’s Historic City Market. 540.344.7732. Serving authentic Thai cuisine every day for lunch and dinner. Exemplary service and an exquisite atmosphere make us a must for your dining list! $$