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7 Stars Lounge
7 Stars Lounge combines a café and bar with Chicago-style hot dogs, sandwiches, coffee, wine and cigars. Consult its current menu and visiting policies before planning a stop.
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Bernard's Gastropub & Eatery
Bernard’s Gastropub and Eatery serves comfort-food dishes and cocktails in downtown Roanoke. Chef Jon Bernard and Lindsay Bernard describe the restaurant as an approachable dining room; check the current menu and…
Distillery
Brady's Distillery
Brady’s Distillery produces small-batch spirits including whiskey, bourbon, gin, vodka and rum. Its Roanoke tasting room lists tastings, private events and live patio music; confirm the current schedule before visiting.
Cafe
Cello Coffee House and Cafe
Cello Coffee House and Cafe serves coffee and Mediterranean dishes including shawarma, falafel, gyros, hummus and baklava. Consult the café’s current menu for availability and ordering information.
Italian restaurant
Fortunato
Fortunato serves house-made pasta and Neapolitan-style pizza alongside Italian wines and cocktails. Check the restaurant’s current menu and reservation options for a downtown dinner.
Japanese restaurant
Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse
Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse serves Japanese dishes at its Electric Road restaurant. The operator also lists a separate Daleville location, so select the Roanoke branch when checking the menu or ordering.
Bar and grill restaurant
Jaybird Tavern
Jaybird Tavern serves thin-crust pizzas, smoked wings, snacks and drinks on Luck Avenue. Check its current menu and any event details directly before visiting.
Delicatessen
New Yorker Deli
New Yorker Deli combines a deli counter and grocery offering sandwiches, sliced meats, cheeses, pickles and peppers. The business also lists carryout beer and wine; check current selections and ordering information…
Coffee shop
RND Coffee
RND Coffee operates a Wasena café and roastery offering coffee drinks and small-batch roasted beans. Its website also lists a separate Vinton location, so confirm the branch when planning a visit or pickup.
Coffee shop
Sweet Donkey Coffee
Sweet Donkey Coffee serves coffee, tea, pastries and light food from a Broadway Avenue café with outdoor space. Its website also lists music and food-truck events; confirm the current schedule with the café.
American restaurant
Table 50
Table 50 serves American dishes and wine in a historic downtown market-area building. Its retained restaurant source describes seasonal menus and private events; contact the restaurant for current menus and reservations.
American restaurant
Village Grill
Village Grill serves burgers, sandwiches and salads in Grandin Village. The restaurant also lists patio dining, catering and events; check the current menu and event schedule directly.
Cafe
Wildflour Cafe And Catering
Wildflour Cafe and Catering serves café dishes, sandwiches, salads and desserts, with vegetarian-friendly choices. The business also lists catering and private parties; confirm its current menu and arrangements directly.
Mexican restaurant
Santa Lucia Mexican Restaurant
Santa Lucia Mexican Restaurant serves Mexican food at its Franklin Road restaurant. Consult its linked menu for current dishes and ordering options rather than relying on an undated photograph.
Steakhouse
Billy's
Billy’s has a published downtown menu featuring steaks, seafood, pasta, salads and brunch dishes. The linked SinglePlatform page is a menu directory; confirm current offerings and reservations with the restaurant.
Pizza restaurant
Emilio's Famous Pizza and Subs
Emilio's Famous Pizza and Subs is a pizza restaurant at 1207 Jamison Ave SE #1 in Roanoke. Visit the business website for current offerings and visiting information.
Sushi and Japanese restaurant
Wasabi's
Wasabi's is a sushi and Japanese restaurant at 214 Market Street Southeast in downtown Roanoke. Its official site presents sushi, maki and kitchen menus, plus reservation, contact and visiting details.
Antique store
Black Dog Salvage
Black Dog Salvage sells architectural salvage, hardware, furniture, paint, art and gifts from its 13th Street showroom. Its separate warehouse has a different address, so confirm which location holds an item before…
Butcher shop
Yard Bull Meats
Yard Bull Meats is a neighborhood butcher shop offering custom cuts, dry-aged steaks, sausages, deli items and seafood. The shop also lists butchery classes; check current stock and class availability directly.
Musical instrument store
Fret Mill Music Co
Fret Mill Music Co sells new, used and vintage fretted instruments and accessories. The downtown shop also offers instrument repairs, lessons and buying or trading services for musicians.
Furniture store
Reid's Fine Furnishings
Reid’s Fine Furnishings is a family-owned furniture showroom in Grandin Village. Its selection includes sofas, recliners, dining and bedroom furniture, art and home décor; confirm current showroom stock directly.
Hunting and fishing store
Roanoke Angler
Roanoke Angler is a fly-fishing shop offering fishing gear, classes and guided trips for trout, smallmouth, musky and striped bass. Trips may take place beyond the city; confirm the meeting point and itinerary when…
Sporting goods store
RunAbout Sports Roanoke
RunAbout Sports Roanoke sells running shoes, socks and accessories and shares training routes and community events. Contact the Franklin Road shop for current products and fitting information.
Vintage and record store
Unusual Finds
Unusual Finds sells vintage records, audio equipment, antiques, jewelry and upcycled goods. Check its current selection and shopping information directly before visiting the Albemarle Avenue store.
Specialty foods store
Crystal Spring Grocery Co.
Crystal Spring Grocery Co combines a lunch counter and wine shop with prepared food, coffee, party platters and gift baskets. The business also lists catering; confirm menus and pickup arrangements directly.
Mens clothing store
Davidsons
Davidsons is a menswear store on South Jefferson Street in downtown Roanoke. It offers clothing, custom tailoring and personal styling appointments; explore its website for brands and consultation details.
Antique mall
Roanoke Antiques
Roanoke Antique Mall is an antique mall at 2302 Orange Avenue Northeast in Roanoke. Its official website describes a 24,000-square-foot facility with antiques from many eras and provides current hours and contact…
Art gallery
Alexander / Heath Contemporary
Alexander / Heath Contemporary presents contemporary art exhibitions in a Campbell Avenue gallery. Its exhibition pages identify the artists and works on display; check the gallery directly for visiting arrangements.
Art gallery
LinDor Arts
LinDor Arts is a downtown art gallery and framing business. Its calendar includes artist talks, demonstrations and other gallery events; confirm exhibition dates and visiting information with the gallery.
Art museum
Taubman Museum of Art
Taubman Museum of Art presents changing art exhibitions, guided tours and public programs on Salem Avenue. General admission is free according to the museum; confirm special-event tickets and current opening times…
Art gallery
Left of Center Art Space
Left of Center Art Space is a co-operative gallery and working studio on Campbell Avenue Southwest in Roanoke. Visitors can explore work by local artists and rotating guest exhibitions; check the gallery website before…
Hair salon
A New Slate Salon
A New Slate Salon offers hair styling in a downtown Church Avenue salon. Its team describes a focus on lived-in hair; contact the salon for stylist availability and appointments.
Hair salon
Accomando Hair
Accomando Hair offers haircuts, curly cuts, color, gloss and highlighting services in Grandin Village. The salon identifies a second-floor entrance on Maiden Lane and asks new color clients to book a consultation.
Dance studio
Valley Dance Productions
Valley Dance Productions offers dance classes for children, with additional camps and homeschool programs. Check the studio’s class descriptions, age requirements and registration details before booking.
Yoga studio
Hustle Haven
Hustle Haven offers hot yoga, indoor cycling and combination fitness classes. Its studio also lists an adaptogen-based beverage bar and a small shop; check class requirements and booking availability directly.
Barber
Jacks
Jacks is a men’s barbershop inside Davidsons Clothing for Men on South Jefferson Street. It offers barbering and grooming services; contact the shop for appointments and the current service menu.
Hair salon
Paula's Salon
Paula’s Salon offers haircuts, styling, custom color, highlights and gloss services. Consult the salon’s booking menu for the service that matches your hair and appointment needs.
Martial arts club
Star City Taekwondo
Star City Taekwondo offers martial-arts classes for children, teens and adults, including its Little Dragons program. Check age requirements, class types and enrollment details with the school.
Hair salon
J Roberts Salon
J. Roberts Salon offers haircuts, custom color, blonding, extensions and waxing. Check the salon’s stylist and service information for booking arrangements at its Campbell Avenue location.
Hair salon
Oliver's Twist Salon
Oliver's Twist Salon is a hair salon on Mountain Avenue Southwest in Roanoke. Its website provides contact and appointment information; contact the salon to discuss current services and arrange your visit.
Salon and spa
Indulgence Salon & Spa
Indulgence Salon & Spa is a salon and spa at 2321 Orange Avenue Northeast in Roanoke. Its official website presents hair and skin-care services, pricing, team information, products, gift cards and appointment booking.
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Wildflour Cafe And Catering
Wildflour Cafe and Catering serves café dishes, sandwiches, salads and desserts, with vegetarian-friendly choices. The business also lists catering and private parties; confirm its current menu and arrangements directly.
Santa Lucia Mexican Restaurant
Santa Lucia Mexican Restaurant serves Mexican food at its Franklin Road restaurant. Consult its linked menu for current dishes and ordering options rather than relying on an undated photograph.
Billy's
Billy’s has a published downtown menu featuring steaks, seafood, pasta, salads and brunch dishes. The linked SinglePlatform page is a menu directory; confirm current offerings and reservations with the restaurant.
Emilio's Famous Pizza and Subs
Emilio's Famous Pizza and Subs is a pizza restaurant at 1207 Jamison Ave SE #1 in Roanoke. Visit the business website for current offerings and visiting information.
Wasabi's
Wasabi's is a sushi and Japanese restaurant at 214 Market Street Southeast in downtown Roanoke. Its official site presents sushi, maki and kitchen menus, plus reservation, contact and visiting details.
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Antique store
Black Dog Salvage
Black Dog Salvage sells architectural salvage, hardware, furniture, paint, art and gifts from its 13th Street showroom. Its separate warehouse has a different address, so confirm which location holds an item before…
Butcher shop
Yard Bull Meats
Yard Bull Meats is a neighborhood butcher shop offering custom cuts, dry-aged steaks, sausages, deli items and seafood. The shop also lists butchery classes; check current stock and class availability directly.
Musical instrument store
Fret Mill Music Co
Fret Mill Music Co sells new, used and vintage fretted instruments and accessories. The downtown shop also offers instrument repairs, lessons and buying or trading services for musicians.
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