For a map of Downtown Roanoke, click HERE
Breakfast:
Bread Craft- small-batch bread and pastries ("Without Bread, All is Misery")
Scrambled- traditional fast-casual breakfast located in the Historic Market Building
Fruits and Roots- 100% pure and organic cold pressed fruit and vegetable juices, smoothies, bowls, and snacks.
Lunch:
On the Rise- bakery and cafe serving traditional European style bread baked daily, plus subs, paninis, soups, salads, pizza, and sweets.
Benny Marconi's- Oversized slices of New York-style pizza served late-night Fridays and Saturdays (11pm to 2am) and from 11am to 11 pm (Sundays- Thursdays).
Three Notch'd Brewing- specializes in creating locally-sourced, beer-infused dishes. Includes a kid’s menu, gluten-free and vegetarian options.
Dinner:
Fork in the Market- serves a simple and delicious array of classic American tastes with an urban appeal. (Has many vegetarian dishes!). Large craft beer selection is on tap.
Six and Sky- Roanoke's Rooftop restaurant is located on the 6th floor of Center in the Square at 1 Market Street in downtown Roanoke. The menu features oysters, scallops, filet mignon, and much more. Enjoy dinner and a drink with a view.
Nawab- A personal favorite of the Bride, Nawab serves an excellent range of traditional Indian dishes. The Samosas, Korma, Naan, and Punjabi Chicken Tikka are excellent!
Mast General Store (above): As a general store, Mast Store offers a variety of goods from fashion to fried chicken cookbooks and toffee to tents.
Chocolate Paper: vast selection of fine chocolates, creative greeting cards, beautiful gift wrap, and fun and contemporary gifts.
The Roanoke Pinball Museum: An interactive museum dedicated to the science, art, and history of pinball. Their games are fully playable and span a near-century of production from the 1930's through today.
Roanoke Starcade Arcade Museum: an interactive museum with 3000+ games!
O. Winston Link Museum: The museum showcases the works of photographer Winston Link, focusing on documenting the end of steam on the Norfolk and Western Railway with over 300 images on display. In addition to Link's work, the Museum features exhibitions by other photographers and offers interactive kiosks and a documentary film about Link's project.
Explore Virginia's Blue Ridge with an array of amazing trails! Discover over 700 miles of trails, including the famous McAfee Knob (shown above) with its breathtaking views. For a simpler hike near Roanoke, visit Roaring Run to experience waterfalls and local history at an old iron ore furnace site.
Located on Mill Mountain in Virginia's Blue Ridge region, the Roanoke Star stands as a prominent landmark offering breathtaking views of the valley and Blue Ridge Mountains. This illuminated star, the world's largest freestanding man-made star, shines every night, attracting visitors and serving as a welcoming beacon. You can hike up to the star or drive from the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Great for Instagram photos!
Virginia’s Blue Ridge is home to an impressive collection of locally-produced craft beer, wine, and spirits.
A Few Old Goats Brewery, Olde Salem Brewing Company, and Three Notch’d Craft Kitchen & Brewery are all right in Downtown Roanoke!
You can see a full list HERE