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Hometown Eats

The Bald Knob Big Bison Burger: Two 8oz bison patties, six slices of cheese, bacon, pork...

Hometown Eats: Harvest at Mountain Lake Lodge

Updated: Dec. 7, 2023 at 3:38 PM EST
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By Logan Sherrill
Big game & BIG burgers! Can you find all the "Dirty Dancing" references in this story???

Hometown Eats

The Laughing Bull located inside the Roanoke City Market Building in downtown Roanoke, VA -...

Hometown Eats: The Laughing Bull

Updated: Nov. 30, 2023 at 5:11 PM EST
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By Logan Sherrill
The Laughing Bull is a partnership between Sticks & Spoon Ramen Bar and Lazy Bulldog, and the flavors go together better than peanut butter & jelly!

Hometown Eats

BT's Restaurant

Hometown Eats: BT’s Restaurant

Updated: Nov. 16, 2023 at 5:13 PM EST
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By Logan Sherrill
For 40 years, BT’s Restaurant hasn’t changed, and the owners intend to keep it that way.

Hometown Eats

Chicken, Lamb, & Beef Kababs at Bethlehem Restaurant & Grocery on Williamson Road in Roanoke

Hometown Eats: Bethlehem Restaurant & Grocery

Updated: Nov. 9, 2023 at 4:29 PM EST
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By Logan Sherrill
The perfect blend of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine right in the heart of Roanoke!

Hometown Eats

BBQ Burger at Lew's Restaurant in Roanoke

Hometown Eats: Lew’s Restaurant

Updated: Nov. 2, 2023 at 5:13 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
Whether you're stopping by for lunch, dinner, or hanging out before catching a show at Dr. Pepper Park at the Bridges, Lew's Restaurant is sure to serve up lots of flavor and a good time!

Hometown Eats

A variety of menu options from Three Li'l Pigs Barbecue in Daleville, VA

Hometown Eats: Three Li’l Pigs Barbecue

Updated: Oct. 26, 2023 at 11:03 AM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
Over 30 years of making mouth-watering BBQ & this menu goes far beyond just pulled pork!

Hometown Eats

Hometown Eats: Pumpkin-Chocolate Chip Bread

Hometown Eats showcases pumpkin-chocolate chip bread recipe

Updated: Oct. 19, 2023 at 4:35 PM EDT
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By WDBJ7 Staff
Logan Sherrill and his wife Taylor are sharing a recipe for pumpkin-chocolate chip bread.

Hometown Eats

Williams Wonder burger at Foot of the Mountain Cafe in Buchanan, VA: House-made mango bacon...

Hometown Eats: Foot of the Mountain Cafe

Updated: Oct. 12, 2023 at 5:10 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
Only a few hundred yards off Interstate 81, Foot of the Mountain Cafe is a true roadside Americana restaurant!

Hometown Eats

Chicken salad croissant sandwich at The Blue Lady in downtown Bedford

Hometown Eats: The Blue Lady

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 4:10 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
Flowers, candy, food! The Blue Lady even has an old bank vault you can dine in!

Hometown Eats

"World-Famous" Moore's Country Store chili seasoning, hot dog, hamburger, and Mojo spice

Hometown Eats: Moore’s Country Store

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 3:25 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
Family-owned and operated since 1926! They are known for their "world-famous" chili and homemade burgers and hot dogs!
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Hometown Eats

A piece of the Dutch Apple pie at Woodruff's Pie Shop in Monroe, Virginia

Hometown Eats: Woodruff’s Pie Shop

Updated: Sep. 14, 2023 at 4:58 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
Southern Living Magazine called the apple pie at Woodruff's Pie Shop the "best apple pie ever" & Tasting Table named the coconut custard the best pie in Virginia!

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Gillie's breakfast Huevos Rancheros

Hometown Eats: Gillie’s

Updated: Sep. 7, 2023 at 4:14 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
Family-owned and operated since 1974, Gillie's is your one-stop shop for vegan, vegetarian, and pescatarian cuisine in Blacksburg!

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French Toast breakfast at Joe's Diner in Blacksburg.

Hometown Eats: Joe’s Diner

Updated: Aug. 31, 2023 at 4:56 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
The perfect way for Hokie fans to kick off game day!

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Crumbles on Kirk Ave in downtown Roanoke - cinnamon roll made with local honey

Hometown Eats: Crumbles

Updated: Aug. 24, 2023 at 3:44 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
Open Monday through Friday for breakfast, Crumbles is all about fast & local!

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'Cowboy Crippler' biscuit at Scratch Biscuit Company in Roanoke's Grandin Village

Hometown Eats: Scratch Biscuit Company

Updated: Aug. 17, 2023 at 3:52 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
Some of the biggest biscuits you'll find anywhere in the Roanoke Valley!

Hometown Eats

After nearly 6,000 votes, we now have the fan voted TOP 5 Hometown Eats restaurants!

Hometown Eats: TOP 5 Fan-Voted Restaurants

Updated: Aug. 10, 2023 at 5:05 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
With nearly 6,000 votes, YOU voted to set the Hometown Eats TOP 5!

Hometown Eats

Holly Jo's Creekside Grill - Cluckin' Pig sandwich

Hometown Eats: Holly Jo’s Creekside Grill

Updated: Aug. 3, 2023 at 3:34 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
Big smiles and a mystery menu await you at Holly Jo's in Boones Mill!

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An authentic Vienna Beef "Chicago Dog" at Chicago Bob's in Roanoke.

Hometown Eats: Chicago Bob’s

Updated: Jul. 27, 2023 at 3:28 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
“When you grow up in Chicago, this is very much a lifestyle thing. If it’s not authentic, people will notice, smell it, immediately.”

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Chicken & Waffles at The Hatch in downtown Roanoke

Hometown Eats: The Hatch

Updated: Jul. 13, 2023 at 4:07 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
Love having brunch on the weekends? How bout on a Monday! You'll find that and much more on the menu at The Hatch!

Hometown Eats

Mama Jean's BBQ in Roanoke: Smashburger, Pulled Pork, Wings, & Brisket

Hometown Eats: Mama Jean’s BBQ

Updated: Jul. 6, 2023 at 4:03 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
Hands down the most requested restaurant to check out & this BBQ doesn't disappoint!

Hometown Eats

Niko's Grill in downtown Lexington, VA

Hometown Eats: Niko’s Grille

Updated: Jun. 29, 2023 at 3:57 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
Chasing the American dream with a taste of Greece. That’s the story of a popular Greek restaurant in downtown Lexington.

Hometown Eats

Ferguson Family Provisions: Fergy's Fish Fry, half pound of haddock filet with two sides

Hometown Eats: Ferguson Family Provisions

Updated: Jun. 22, 2023 at 4:18 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
2020 was rough for lots of restaurants but for Matt & Jill Ferguson, it was the push they needed to follow their dream!

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Fall off the bone chicken at Kenney's of Lexington

Hometown Eats: Kenney’s

Updated: Jun. 15, 2023 at 4:43 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
Keeping old school alive, one sauce burger and order of fried chicken at a time!

Hometown Eats

Jerk Chicken with rice & beans and cabbage at Reggae Grub inside the City Market Building in...

Hometown Eats: Reggae Grub

Updated: Jun. 8, 2023 at 4:21 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
The Jamaican national motto is 'Out of Many One People' and Reggae Grub in downtown Roanoke offers many spices and flavors with one word to describe it, delicious!

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"Roadwork" - Peach ice cream, topped with whip cream, Kit-Kat, and fudge at Dilly Dally...

Hometown Eats: Dilly Dally

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 4:22 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
It's a one stop shop with everything from silly socks to sweet treats with plenty of homemade dishes in between!

Hometown Eats

Cappuccino Crunch ice cream cone at Lickidy Split in Vinton, VA

Hometown Eats: Lickidy Split

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 3:20 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
There’s no such thing as too many ice cream parlors, only too little time to try all the flavors!

Hometown Eats

Homemade sausage & gravy biscuits at Tuggle's Gap Roadside Inn in Floyd, VA

Hometown Eats: Tuggle’s Gap Roadside Inn

Updated: May. 18, 2023 at 4:03 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
Stop in for a quick bite or extended stay at the piece of Blue Ridge Parkway history in Floyd since 1938!

Hometown Eats

Mac & Bob's famous mozzarella and ricotta cheese calzone with sliced ham

Hometown Eats: Mac & Bob’s

Updated: May. 11, 2023 at 3:57 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
Mac & Bob's has welcomed first time diners as regulars for over four decades with their monster calzones and much more!

Hometown Eats

"Mickey's Pie" Prosciutto, fresh tomato, roasted peppers, and artichoke hearts with Asiago...

Hometown Eats: Mickey G’s Bistro

Updated: May. 4, 2023 at 5:06 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
From everyday Italian/American dishes to the secret menu, Mickey G's Bistro takes you on a trip to Italy!

Hometown Eats

Chipotle BBQ pork tacos with a side of sweet potato fries

Hometown Eats: Hollywood’s Restaurant & Bakery

Updated: Apr. 20, 2023 at 4:09 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
A menu full of big flavor that will tickle your taste buds straight to Tinsel Town!

Hometown Eats

Cheeseburger at Bob's Restaurant in Vinton, VA

Hometown Eats: Bob’s Restaurant

Updated: Apr. 13, 2023 at 4:09 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
The regulars will tell you Bob's has the best cheeseburger around!

Hometown Eats

A table full of the finest Asian dishes in Roanoke at Wok N Roll Kitchen on Campbell Avenue in...

Hometown Eats: Wok N Roll Kitchen

Updated: Apr. 6, 2023 at 4:45 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
Downtown Roanoke is full of cuisine from all over the world, and one of the finest around is at Wok N Roll Kitchen!

Hometown Eats

28" cheese pizza going into the oven at Benny Soldato's in Bedford, VA

Hometown Eats: Benny’s

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 3:13 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
Benny's has been serving giant 28" pizzas since 2011 in Blacksburg, VA & has expanded to over 25 locations!

Hometown Eats

Bowl "with" - Hot "with" - Double meat cheesy "with" Just a few items at the iconic Texas...

Hometown Eats: Texas Tavern

Updated: Mar. 9, 2023 at 5:05 PM EST
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By Logan Sherrill
The Texas Tavern has been serving 1,000 customers, 10 at a time since 1930!

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Scotto's Pizza in Glasgow, VA

Hometown Eats: Scotto’s Pizza

Updated: Mar. 2, 2023 at 3:20 PM EST
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By Logan Sherrill
Scotto's Pizza is a slice of Italy in the valley of Rockbridge County!

Hometown Eats

Six and Sky Rooftop Grille (concept art)

Hometown Eats: Six and Sky Rooftop Grille

Updated: Feb. 23, 2023 at 4:35 PM EST
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By Logan Sherrill
A rooftop restaurant, Six and Sky Rooftop Grille, is headed to the top of Center in the Square in downtown Roanoke this Labor Day!

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The 'Elvis Burger' at the Pink Cadillac Diner in Natural Bridge, VA

Hometown Eats: Pink Cadillac Diner

Updated: Feb. 16, 2023 at 3:42 PM EST
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By Logan Sherrill
Elvis, it's a name that needs no introduction or explanation but there's a restaurant in Natural Bridge keeping "The King" alive one double-decker burger at a time.

Hometown Eats

Ken & Jayne's Burgers and Dogs

Hometown Eats: Ken & Jayne’s Burgers and Dogs

Updated: Feb. 9, 2023 at 4:27 PM EST
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By Logan Sherrill
Ken & Jayne's Burgers and Dogs could be the food of your dreams in this week's Hometown Eats!

Hometown Eats

Award winning wings at Tammy's Grill in Martinsville

Hometown Eats: Tammy’s Grill

Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 at 5:05 PM EST
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By Logan Sherrill
Searching for the perfect chicken wing for the big game?! Look no further than Tammy's Grill in Martinsville!

Hometown Eats

Cello Coffee House & Cafe located in Downtown Roanoke

Hometown Eats: Cello Coffee House & Cafe

Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 3:36 PM EST
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By Logan Sherrill
Authentic is the name of the game at Cello Coffee House & Café in downtown Roanoke. The space might be a little tight, but the flavors are huge!

Hometown Eats

Martin's Downtown - Beef tenderloin skewers covered with a house Chimichurri sauce with...

Hometown Eats: Martin’s Downtown

Updated: Jan. 19, 2023 at 3:23 PM EST
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By Logan Sherrill
Looking for a good burger? Mac and cheese? Beef tenderloin skewers with a side of good times and live music? Martin's Downtown in Roanoke has a chair waiting for you!

Hometown Eats

The Fender Bender burger at Fenderz Drive-In in Collinsville, VA.

Hometown Eats: A look back on 2022

Updated: Dec. 29, 2022 at 5:10 PM EST
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By Logan Sherrill
A look back on all the restaurants featured for Hometown Eats in 2022!

Hometown Eats

Buchanan Fountain and Grille

Hometown Eats: Buchanan Fountain and Grille

Updated: Dec. 15, 2022 at 5:07 PM EST
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By Logan Sherrill
"If these walls could talk!" Decades of history and memories as well as a big menu await you and your family at the Buchanan Fountain and Grille!

Hometown Eats

Slyder's Restaurant

Hometown Eats: Slyder’s Restaurant

Updated: Dec. 1, 2022 at 3:44 PM EST
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By Logan Sherrill
Slide on into Slyder's in Hillsville for burgers, hot dogs, wraps, and LOTS of milkshakes!

Hometown Eats

Gina's Food with Flavor, owner Peggy Fleming and regular customer, Mr. Dallas

Hometown Eats: Gina’s Food with Flavor

Updated: Oct. 27, 2022 at 3:38 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
Gina's Food with Flavor has the space and the food for you to come create lasting memories with your family!

Hometown Eats

Jack's Quick Snack

Hometown Eats: Jack’s Quick Snack

Updated: Oct. 13, 2022 at 5:21 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
Jack’s Quick Snack in Gretna has been doing burgers, dogs, and ice cream right for 50 years!

Hometown Eats

Carl's Place

Hometown Eats: Carl’s Place

Updated: Oct. 6, 2022 at 5:14 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
Carl's Place in Penhook just celebrated 75 years of burgers, hot dogs, and old fashion country cooking!

Hometown Eats

Dogwood Restaurant

Hometown Eats: Dogwood Restaurant

Updated: Sep. 29, 2022 at 4:25 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
A Vinton staple has been serving up good ole country cookin' since the 1940s!

Hometown Eats

Beamer's 25

Hometown Eats: Beamer’s 25

Updated: Sep. 22, 2022 at 9:31 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
Beamer's 25 wants to be known as the Lane Stadium of the Star City and a great place to catch the Hokies in action.

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Carla Sue's Smokehouse BBQ

Hometown Eats: Carla Sue’s Smokehouse BBQ

Updated: Sep. 1, 2022 at 4:53 PM EDT
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By Logan Sherrill
Lots of Hometown Eats restaurants are well-known, but every now and then we find a diamond in the rough. Carla Sue's Smokehouse is that hidden gem!
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