Salena’s guidebook
Where to eat in Nelson County and surrounding areas.
This is a short list of eateries in and around Nelson county, in no particular order or proximity to the Cottage at Pines End.
The Filling Station
102 Lexington TurnpikeA dozen beers on tap and a simple menu.
A brewery with a spectacular view and decent food. Many of the ingredients are grown on-site.
55 abantu bendawo batusa
Wood Ridge Farm Brewery
165 Old Ridge RdA brewery with a spectacular view and decent food. Many of the ingredients are grown on-site.
A hidden gem about 25 minutes north in Albemarle county. Very kid-friendly atmosphere and the food is fantastic.
65 abantu bendawo batusa
Dr. Ho's Humble Pie
4916 Plank RdA hidden gem about 25 minutes north in Albemarle county. Very kid-friendly atmosphere and the food is fantastic.
A lovely drive into Lynchburg, only 25 minutes from Arrington. It's situated near Randolph College campus in a picturesque neighborhood.
89 abantu bendawo batusa
Rivermont Pizza
2496 Rivermont AveA lovely drive into Lynchburg, only 25 minutes from Arrington. It's situated near Randolph College campus in a picturesque neighborhood.
They make their burgers to order, but it's worth the wait. Best burger in Nelson county. If you're lucky, they might have pimiento cheese and bacon available.
9 abantu bendawo batusa
Mac's Country Store
7023 Patrick Henry HwyThey make their burgers to order, but it's worth the wait. Best burger in Nelson county. If you're lucky, they might have pimiento cheese and bacon available.
Excellent BBQ in Nellysford. We recommend the turkey croissant.
58 abantu bendawo batusa
Blue Ridge Pig
2198 Rockfish Valley HwyExcellent BBQ in Nellysford. We recommend the turkey croissant.
Paulie's Pig Out
7376 Rockfish Valley HwyGood BBQ. Open until sold out.
Interesting atmosphere and impressive brewery complex.
326 abantu bendawo batusa
Devils Backbone Basecamp Brewpub
200 Mosbys RunInteresting atmosphere and impressive brewery complex.
Great menu, easy parking in downtown Lynchburg. Breakfast served all day.
71 abantu bendawo batusa
My Dog Duke's Diner
1007 Commerce StGreat menu, easy parking in downtown Lynchburg. Breakfast served all day.
Pie. Iconic cafe that requires a leisurely country drive.
16 abantu bendawo batusa
Woodruff's Cafe and Pie Shop
3297 Elon RdPie. Iconic cafe that requires a leisurely country drive.
Outback Brew House
Bonfire
Basic Necessities
2226 Rockfish Valley HwyOnly 5 minutes from the cottage, excellent beers on tap
43 abantu bendawo batusa
Blue Mountain Barrel House
495 Cooperative WayOnly 5 minutes from the cottage, excellent beers on tap
Indian Oven
Delicious Indian Fare
Scratch Kitchen next to Brewing Tree serves the best food in Nelson county. Great selection of beers and a sweet spot to hang out next to the Rockfish River.
74 abantu bendawo batusa
Brewing Tree Beer Co.
9278 Rockfish Valley HwyScratch Kitchen next to Brewing Tree serves the best food in Nelson county. Great selection of beers and a sweet spot to hang out next to the Rockfish River.
Coquito Kitchen
Argentine and American fare. Empanadas, sides, and desserts.
Vito's Lovingston
8181 Thomas Nelson HwyItalian-American comfort food
Local food
For pasture-raised chicken, beef, and pork. Call first or stop by.
River Oak Farm
173 Woodson RdLocally grown pasture-raised meats
For U-pick strawberries, blueberries, and cherries. Stunning views!
15 abantu bendawo batusa
Seamans' Orchard Inc.,
415 Dark Hollow RdFor U-pick strawberries, blueberries, and cherries. Stunning views!
Dickie Brothers Orchard
2685 Dickie RdU-pick Apple orchard
Drumheller's Orchard
1130 Drumheller Orchard LnLocal orchard, fall festival.
Market is open seasonally, featuring apples, peaches, Asian pears, ice cream, and local coffee.
38 abantu bendawo batusa
Saunders Brothers Farm Market
2717 Tye Brook HwyMarket is open seasonally, featuring apples, peaches, Asian pears, ice cream, and local coffee.
Trager Brothers Coffee Roasters
190 Rockfish School LnExcellent coffee
https://nelsonfarmersmarket.com/
Local farmer’s market, operating from May-October
36 abantu bendawo batusa
Nelson Farmers Market Cooperative
3079 Rockfish Valley Hwyhttps://nelsonfarmersmarket.com/
Local farmer’s market, operating from May-October
Locally grown fruits, vegetables, flowers, baked goods, and meat
Wednesdays 3-6pm
562 Front St courtyard
Village of Lovingston Farmers Market
Locally grown fruits, vegetables, flowers, baked goods, and meat
Wednesdays 3-6pm
562 Front St courtyard
Hiking
Crabtree Falls
A 7 mile long railway trail along the Piney and Tye rivers. Great for family bike rides, running, or walking.
24 abantu bendawo batusa
Virginia Blue Ridge Railway Trail Piney River Trail Head
3124 Patrick Henry HwyA 7 mile long railway trail along the Piney and Tye rivers. Great for family bike rides, running, or walking.
Appalachian Trail - Tye River Bridge
Mount Pleasant
Hike the 6 mile Henry Lanum Memorial Loop
Local Artisan
Gorgeous pottery by Kevin Crowe. Call before stopping by 434-263-4065
http://www.kevincrowepottery.com/
Tye River Pottery
1289 Falling Rock DrThe HeART of Nelson Artisan Collective
611 Front StLocally-made art and gifts
Izeluleko zedolobha
Ungaphuthelwa
El Chilango Mexican Grill food truck
El Chilango Mexican Grill Food Truck serves various locations in the county. Check their social media page for current information on where to find them