The towns of Rappahannock County and the surrounding areas are full of history… and are also home to internationally acclaimed restaurants. The food is rivaled only by the spectacular views of rich pastureland, native wildlife, and the rugged Blue Ridge.
- Patty O’s Cafe & Bakery
This former gas station is now a charming sidewalk café, bar, and European-style pastry shop across from its sister restaurant, The Inn at Little Washington. Stop by for a French take on classic American dishes. - The Blue Door Kitchen
Chef Andrea brings old-world Italian cuisine to the rustic fine dining experience of the Blue Door kitchen. - Thunwa Thai Cuisine
Located in the town of Front Royal, Thunwa Thai is family-owned and operated, offering authentic Thai food at reasonable prices. Available for take-out or dining in. - Inn at Little Washington
Virginia’s only Michelin-rated restaurant (with a dazzling three stars) is owned by James Beard Award-winning chef Patrick O’Connell and uses fresh, local ingredients to create a fusion of American and Classical French cuisines. In addition to the two seven-course tasting menus, it boasts an award-winning wine cellar. - Three Blacksmiths
This twenty-seat neighborhood restaurant offers one seating per night and a fixed dinner menu of local, seasonal, handcrafted foods that changes every week. - Osteria Maria 510
This family-owned and operated business is a casual authentic Italian restaurant in Front Royal, Virginia. Offering homemade pasta, Neapolitan wood-fired pizza, and desserts. - Rappahannock Pizza Kitchen
Pizza Nirvana! Wood-fired artisan pizza in the heart of Virginia. Hand-tossed sourdough crusts are made fresh daily with local, farm-fresh ingredients and baked in a wood-fired oven. Enjoy your pie indoors or al fresco on the pleasantly breezy deck. The Corner Store has nice craft beer and a selection of wines you can bring to your table, or you can go to Francis Bar for a mixed drink by a herbologist. - The Dark Horse
Enjoy a community-centric dining experience in a beautifully renovated 1800s mansion, featuring three private dining rooms, seasonal outdoor seating, and a pub-style area that is reminiscent of the classic show “Cheers” but with a unique, elevated bar menu. Don’t miss the live music and trivia nights! - Mikado Hibachi & Sushi
Experience the interactive hibachi style of dining at this Japanese steakhouse, or satisfy your craving for fresh, well-prepared sushi and sashimi. They offer a special roll daily, and the staff are personable and attentive. We recommend sitting at the sushi bar and enjoying a pot of green tea or maybe a pitcher of sake. - Spelunkers
Fast and inexpensive food for dining in or taking on the go. Choose a hand-crafted burger and know that they grind their own fresh meat. Enjoy hand-cut French fries or homemade custard.