Guidebook for Blacksburg
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Sports!
Sightseeing
Appalachian Trail
Appalachian TrailOutdoor Fitness
Cascade Falls Trailhead
2068 Cascade DrEasy 4 mile round trip hike
Dragons Tooth
Excellent hiking and views.
McAfee Knob
Appalachian National Scenic TrailExcellent hiking, or overnight backpacking to Tinkers Cliff.
Smithfield Plantation Road
Enjoy a small piece of history.
Food Scene
Mellow Mushroom
207 S Main StGreat Beer Selection
Blacksburg Taphouse
607 N Main StExcellent Food
Benny Marzano's
110 Draper Rd NWNew York Pizza
Social House
103 S Main StTrendy Cuisine
Cafe de Bangkok
104 Jackson St NEYummy Thai - ask for Thai hot if you like it hot.
Buffalo Wild Wings
460 Turner St NWLarge sports bar
Mike's Grill
418 N Main StGreat burgers
Worth the drive, one of our own local breweries. We recommend the Filet Appetizer Crostini's. We eat this as a meal! The building is also spectacular, built by the Amish with only post and peg.
19 locals recommend
The River Company Restaurant and Brewery
6633 Viscoe RdWorth the drive, one of our own local breweries. We recommend the Filet Appetizer Crostini's. We eat this as a meal! The building is also spectacular, built by the Amish with only post and peg.
Wicked Taco
460 Turner St NWOur newest a la carte taco bar in town.
Best vegetarian restaurant in town with live loval music on the weekends.
40 locals recommend
Gillie's Inc
153 College AveBest vegetarian restaurant in town with live loval music on the weekends.
Starbucks
202 S Main StCoffee and free wifi
Panera Bread
2610 N Franklin StCoffee, food and free wifi
Mill Mountain Coffee & Tea
700 N Main StBest coffee bar in town plus free wifi
Five Guys
4234 Electric RdLove a good burger, that's all they have!
Chipotle Mexican Grill
314 N Main StChain fresh mex.
The best Mexican this end of town with fast service and great margaritas.
21 locals recommend
El Rodeo
1540 S Main StThe best Mexican this end of town with fast service and great margaritas.
Bollo's Cafe & Bakery
206 Draper Rd NWEXCELLENT pastries, coffee and free wifi.
Excellent food and they have a large selection of craft beers in their store next door.
58 locals recommend
Cellar Restaurant
302 N Main StExcellent food and they have a large selection of craft beers in their store next door.
Waffle House
610 N Main StWhere you go when you need a waffle at 3am.
Poor Billy's
201 N Main StExcellent Sushi and food. A bit pricey but worth it.
Best gator bites in town. They also have a rooftop sitting dining area so you can watch local parades or just enjoy alfresco dining.
Boudreaux's Restaurant
205 North Main StreetBest gator bites in town. They also have a rooftop sitting dining area so you can watch local parades or just enjoy alfresco dining.
The Black Hen & Bar Blue
126 Jackson St NWSmall, quaint and worth a stop.
Well worth the 20 minute drive from Blacksburg. You won't be disappointed, especially if you make reservations!
63 locals recommend
The Palisades Restaurant
168 Village StWell worth the 20 minute drive from Blacksburg. You won't be disappointed, especially if you make reservations!
Sal’s Blacksburg
1440 S Main StItalian Food at its finest.
Local Brewery and restaurant. They also have pool tables for those that like to play.
27 locals recommend
Bull & Bones Brewhaus
1470 S Main StLocal Brewery and restaurant. They also have pool tables for those that like to play.
Our FAVORITE restaurant in town! Small and you may have to wait but the food is delicious and they have daily specials that are simply spectacular.
30 locals recommend
Lefty's
1410 S Main StOur FAVORITE restaurant in town! Small and you may have to wait but the food is delicious and they have daily specials that are simply spectacular.
Excellent pastries and bread. They also have daily menu changes and live music.
80 locals recommend
Our Daily Bread Bakery & Bistro
1329 S Main StExcellent pastries and bread. They also have daily menu changes and live music.
Order the Jalapeno Mashers, you won't be disappointed! We love their Buffalo Shrimp Tacos too.
48 locals recommend
Cabo Fish Taco
117 South Main StreetOrder the Jalapeno Mashers, you won't be disappointed! We love their Buffalo Shrimp Tacos too.
Hokie House Restaurant
322 N Main StWhere the locals go for a great burger!
Arts & Culture
Great food, bowling and entertainment at the First and Main Shopping Center. You can also take your food and beer into the theaters.
40 locals recommend
Paragon First & Main IMAX Theaters
1614 S Main StGreat food, bowling and entertainment at the First and Main Shopping Center. You can also take your food and beer into the theaters.
Moss Arts Center
190 Alumni MallIncredible live events and productions.
Drinks & Nightlife
Rivermill Bar and Grill
212 Draper Rd NWBest Buffalo burgers in town and $1 beer on Wednesdays!
Sharkeys
220 N Main StBest wings in town. Tuesday's, kids eat free.
Essentials
Kroger
903 University City BlvdLocal grocery store with gas across the street.
Shopping
Vintage Cellar
1338 S Main StLarge selection of craft beers and wine. They also have a daily tastings schedule.
Hokie Spokes
200 Country Club Dr SWBike Store
The Bike Barn
915 N Main StBike store with super friendly staff!
RunAbout Sports
1470 S Main StBest running and shoe store in town.
East Coasters Bike Shop
1400 S Main StGreat store and knowledgeable staff.
Back Country Ski & Sport
3710 S Main StLocal outdoor store.