dining guide

american and al fresco

FAMOUS ANTHONY’S 1716 Main Street . 540.389.4502. Come on out and enjoy the best family dining value in the Valley. They are open every day for full service breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Now with 10 locations. $

FUDDRUCKERS 201 Electric Road in Salem . World’s greatest hamburger, chicken, steaks, and big salads in a 50s/60s atmosphere. Your favorite rock n’ roll place. $$

THE HOMEPLACE 4968 Catawba Valley Road , Catawba. 540.384.7252 Home-style cooking served family style at your table. $$

MACADO’S 209 E. Main Street . 540.389.2686 Known for its huge, deli-style sandwiches, as well as its entertaining, eclectic décor. Locations in downtown Roanoke , Grand Pavilion, Salem , Blacksburg , Christiansburg, and Radford. $

MICHELE’S ON MAIN Located at 103 E Main Street . 540.375.8336 Specializing in a variety of the freshest and finest seafood selections, as well as prime cut steaks. Fabulous outdoor dining available and on-site banquet rooms. First class catering offered with all amenities. Reservations recommended. $$

PETTICOATS & PETIT FOURS TEA ROOM 311 West Main Street 540.389.2832 The finest loose teas prepared with perfection. Afternoon Menu: sandwiches, homemade soups, fresh baked scones and desserts. Five Course Dinner Menu: beef tenderloin, salmon, cornish game hen and delicious side dishes. Cakes for any occasion. The perfect venue for special occasions or just catching up with a friend. $-$$

SHOOTER’S 1106 Kesler Mill Road . 540.375.2128 Great lunch menu for $5 including drink. Numerous TV’s and a 10×10 big screen. Karaoke on Wed. Live bands Fri and Sat nights. $

bbq

BASTIANS BAR-B-Q 1002 Apperson Drive . 540.387.2955, Family-owned and operated. All items freshly prepared and smoked by Bastians. They’re more than just Bar-B-Q. $

coffee shops and specialty

CAPS ESPRESSO BAR 304 E. Main Street in Salem . 540.389.6222 Featuring hot or iced latte Chai and frozen Frappuccino. $

international

FAST FREDDY’S 816 Main Street . 540.389.5409 Gyros, veggie burgers, fresh seafood, subs, salads, homemade soups and lasagnas. Cajun, Greek, Italian, and Caribbean specialties!! Open Mon-Sat 10am-10pm. Looking for a quick but excellent gourmet meal? Fast Freddy’s is the place to go. Excellent seafood, delicious hamburgers, the best hot wings in Salem , don’t eat anywhere else! $

PETTICOATS & PETIT FOURS TEA ROOM 311 West Main Street 540.389.2832 The finest loose teas prepared with perfection. Afternoon Menu: sandwiches, homemade soups, fresh baked scones and desserts. Five Course Dinner Menu: beef tenderloin, salmon, cornish game hen and delicious side dishes. Cakes for any occasion. The perfect venue for special occasions or just catching up with a friend. $-$$

italian

HUMBLE PIE 1951 Electric Road . 540.389.7900 Home of the gourmet sourdough pizza crust! Pizza, sandwiches, soups, salads, pastas, and much more. There’s something for the whole family. $

MAMMA MARIA’S 2025 W. Main Street . 540.389.2848 Bringing the true taste of Italy to Southwest Virginia . Featuring the best variety of chicken, veal, fresh seafood, and pasta dishes. Full bar with over 35 selections of wine available. Banquet room available for large parties and business meetings. Open Tues-Thurs 11-10pm , Fri 11-11pm , Sat 12-11pm , Sun 12-9pm . $$

PICASO’S ITALIAN GRILL Lakeside Plaza , 151 Electric Road . 540.986.0320 Authentic homemade Italian dishes, steaks, seafood, pasta, pizza and subs. Beer and wine available. Enjoy casual dining while listening to soft jazz & Italian music. No reservation required. $$

PIZZA PASTA PIT 1713 Riverview Drive , corner of 419 & Apperson Ave. 540.387.2885 Homemade Italian cuisine, pizza and calzones made in an authentic wood-fired brick oven. Beer & wine available. Live music on Saturday evenings. Open Mon-Thurs 11am-9pm ; Fri 11am-10:30pm ; Sat noon-10:30pm. $

mexican

EL RODEO 260 Wildwood Road 540.387.4045 Known for the best margaritas and Mexican food in town! Hours: Mon-Fri from 11am-10pm , Saturday noon-10pm, Sunday noon-9pm. The best lunch all week! $

oriental/japanese/chinese

SAKE HOUSE Located at 141 Electric Road in Lakeside Plaza . 540.986.1207 Authentic Japanese dishes, Tempura, Teriyaki, Sushi Bar and tea room. Smoke free environment. Convenient from I-81, exit 141 then south on 419 at the second right. $$

SZECHUAN CHINESE CUISINE Ridgewood Farms, Electric Road , across from Lewis Gale Hospital . 540.387.9869 Lunch buffet: Mon-Fri 11:30am-2pm , Sunday noon-2pm. Free delivery, 5-9pm , with 2 or more entrees. $$

SHANGHAI RESTAURANT 1416 S. Colorado Street 540.389.4151 For award-winning excellent Chinese food, take a trip to Shanghai . Family owned since 1980. There’s something on the menu to entice everyone including General Tso’s Chicken, beef broccoli, Six Treasures, Peking Duck, or even a sumptuous buffet. Come and experience the elegant dining atmosphere. Mon-Fri 11:30am-10pm , Saturday: 4-11pm , Sunday: 12-10pm . $

pizza

DOMINO’S PIZZA 501 W 4th Street . 540.387.3030 Serving great pizza & things! Open daily 11am-11pm and even later Fri and Sat 11am-1am . We love parties: one call does it all, Get the door it’s Domino’s! Delivery/Carry Out $$

seafood 

AWFUL ARTHUR’S 1302 West Main Street . 540.387.1004 Roanoke ’s most complete Raw Bar. Featuring chef specials, steaks, pasta, salads and sandwiches. Tuesday is crab leg night, Wednesday is 35 cent oyster night and Thursday is shrimp night. Shuckin’ seven days a week for lunch and dinner. $$

SURF-N-TURF 14 E. Main Street . 540.389.9887 Specializing in freshly prepared seafood, as well as handcut Angus steaks, homemade desserts and more. Surf-N-Turf offers a casual, smoke-free, neighborly dining environment. Full service bar. $$