The Roanoker presents: The 2025 Menu Guide
Celebrating 12 years of great local dining coverage!
Inside the pages of The Menu 2025, you’ll find a variety of great local establishments to choose from for your next meal. Whether you’re in the mood for casual fare or fine dining, enjoy the mouth-watering menu selections offered, including steaks, seafood, pizza and more!
Bon Appétit!
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1772 Rooftop on Main
At 1772 Rooftop on Main, we specialize in big flavors with big views. Take in the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains while enjoying one of our handcrafted cocktails or signature dishes right on the rooftop.
18 S Roanoke Street, Fincastle
540-632-8099
John Park
Bernard’s Gastropub & Eatery
Bernard’s Gastropub & Eatery redefines comfort food with a culinary twist. Our cozy, welcoming atmosphere complements a menu crafted with gourmet flair, offering a unique dining experience that blends exceptional flavors and hospitality. Join us for a memorable meal that elevates traditional favorites.
303 S Jefferson Street SW, Roanoke
540-206-2656
Courtesy of Blue Cow Ice Cream
Blue Cow Ice Cream
Blue Cow Ice Cream
Based in Roanoke, Blue Cow has scoop shops around Virginia where it serves handcrafted, quality ice cream.
1115 Piedmont Street
Roanoke, VA 24014
540-400-8558
Additional locations in Virginia Beach, Downtown Fredericksburg and Richmond.
chocolatepaper
Desserts for every palette. From truffles to caramels to chocolate bars. Party of One or One Hundred.
Roanoke City Market
308-3 Market Street SE Roanoke
Downtown Roanoke, Inc.
Our mission at Downtown Roanoke, Inc. is to make Downtown Roanoke the preferred place to work, live and play. Our partners include businesses, property owners, government agencies, civic and cultural organizations and the community. We’re working to preserve the past while pursuing the future with the goal of growing Downtown for years to come.
Editor's Note: Learn about DRI's Downtown Roanoke Restaurant Week that takes place annually in January on our Season 2 podcast bonus episode!
213 Market St., Roanoke
540-342-2028
Elephant Walk Restaurant & Lounge
Relaxed, contemporary restaurant at the Holiday Inn offering a familiar American menu & full bar.
4468 Starkey Rd, Roanoke
540-767-6445
The Great 611 Steak Company
Serving fresh hand cut steaks daily, along with our 70-item salad bar, large Idaho potatoes and other steakhouse favorites!
3830 Franklin Rd SW
Roanoke, VA 24014
540-989-4675
Inka Grill Peruvian Cuisine
Our passion is to bring you the best of our Peruvian cuisine. From an exquisite Lomo Saltado to our spectacular Ceviche, we invite you to discover our menu.
14 Campbell Ave SE, Roanoke,
540-204-4481
3033 Brambleton Ave SW, Roanoke
540-655-9107
Additional location in Lynchburg.
Jaybird Tavern
Jaybird Tavern located in Downtown Roanoke features the area’s best tavern style crispy thin crust pizza, smoked wings, sandwiches and small plates. The vibe is inviting, casual and fun! The bar features elevated cocktails, a nice selection of wines and brews. Open for Lunch and Dinner Wednesday thru Sunday.
120 Luck Ave SW, Roanoke
540-795-2554
Courtesy of Martin's Downtown
Martin's Downtown
Martin’s Downtown
A Staple Destination Restaurant in Downtown Roanoke known for mouth watering burgers, sandwiches, salads and elevated bar food. There’s always something fun happening with live music, trivia and music bingo multiple nights per week.
413 1st St SW
Roanoke, VA 24011
540-985-6278
Montano’s International Gourmet
For over 55 years, Montano’s has served innovative cuisine with exceptional service. Awarded for our restaurant, wine list, steaks, salads and so much more, we invite you to experience the flavors and hospitality that set us apart. Taste the tradition that has made Montano’s a beloved culinary landmark in Roanoke.
7813, 3733 Franklin Rd SW
Roanoke, VA 24014
540-344-8960
Papa's Pizza
Casual, family-run Italian eatery serving pizza and other comfort foods in a cozy setting.
1951 Electric Rd, Salem
540-404-0024
Pok-E-Joe’s BBQ
Courtesy of Pok-E-Joe's BBQ
Pok-E-Joe's BBQ
Southern roots, award-winning house-smoked BBQ, prime brisket, burgers, wings, craft cocktail bar and catering.
105 E Washington Ave
Vinton, VA 24179
540-566-4776
Additional location in Lynchburg.
Amy Pearman
Roanoke City Market Building
Food court with local entrepreneurs offering a variety of global street eats.
32 Market Square SE, Roanoke
540-986-5992
Courtesy of Scrambled
Scrambled
Scrambled
Clean, traditional breakfast with a modern twist and fun creative morning cocktails. We have an ever-changing menu, so you can custom make your combinations to perfectly match your likes. Our patio is pet friendly!
32 Market Sq SE
Roanoke, VA 24011
540-400-0576
Courtesy of Sidecar
Sidecar
Sidecar
Sidecar has been a highlight of downtown Roanoke since its founding in February of 2020. Sidecar offers an extensive list of European wine, uniquely crafted cocktails, rare whiskeys and more than a dozen imported beers and ciders. The fare is continuously evolving by the season with a modern twist on European classics, finding a delicious balance between the excitement of new flavors and techniques while still honoring old world favorites.
411 1st St SW
Roanoke, VA 24011
John Park
Six & Sky Rooftop Grille
Fresh, modern flavors complimented by stunning views of the Roanoke Valley, Six and Sky is a true destination Rooftop Grille.
1 Market Sq
Roanoke (6th Floor, Center in the Square)
Sugar Magnolia
Your one stop shop for gifts, treats and hospitality.
3749 Franklin Rd SW
Roanoke, VA 24014
540-655-9330
Additional Location:
102 N Main St #102
Blacksburg, VA 24060
540-739-3724
Taco Riendo
Taco Riendo began as a food truck 14 years ago, selling tacos without experience or resources. Starting from scratch at the flea market on Williamson Road, our menu now includes a variety of authentic Mexican dishes like tacos, tortas, quesadillas and our popular quesabirrias with a consommé. As our customer base and locations expand, we continue this journey with many exciting plans for the future of Taco Riendo.
5324 Williamson Rd, Roanoke
336-655-6006
Treehouse Tavern
A family-owned, family-friendly hidden gem in the Blue Ridge mountains, 30 minutes from downtown Roanoke, 5 minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway. House-smoked BBQ, brick oven pizza, Sunday brunch and homemade tavern favorites. Enjoy the views on our expanded patio with seasonal live music while kids enjoy the fenced play area!
9607 Bent Mountain Rd
Bent Mountain, VA 24059
540-929-4242
Twisted Track Brewpub
Twisted Track is Roanoke’s premiere brewpub featuring craft beer, one of the best cider selections in the area, along with hard seltzer, wine, kombucha and several non-alcoholic options. Hungry? Well, come enjoy a full menu of delicious pub favorites. Follow us on Facebook for daily entertainment options. Large reservations welcome.
523 Shenandoah Ave., NW, Roanoke
540-339-9776