Food Scene
Chiocca's
425 N Belmont AveAwesome, dive-y sandwich and beer spot. Classic.
Locally roasted coffee and yummy breakfast sandwiches. Definite hipster vibe.
37 locals recommend
Black Hand Coffee Co
3101 Patterson AveLocally roasted coffee and yummy breakfast sandwiches. Definite hipster vibe.
The Franklin Inn
Cleveland StreetTiny local watering hole / dining spot with character.
Fresh and delicious fare that accommodates a variety of food restrictions/preferences.
70 locals recommend
The Daily Kitchen & Bar
2934 W Cary StFresh and delicious fare that accommodates a variety of food restrictions/preferences.
Can Can Brasserie
3120 W Cary StIt you're feelin' fancy, go for it!
Mary Angela's Pizzeria
3345 W Cary StWho doesn't love greasy, NY Style Pizza?
Chipotle Mexican Grill
10 N Nansemond StOld stand-by.
Bandito's Burrito Lounge
2905 Patterson AveYum. Also has live music quite frequently.
Fine Dining restaurant located within the VMFA. Delicious, beautiful food. Inventive and strong cocktails.
17 locals recommend
Amuse
200 N Arthur Ashe BlvdFine Dining restaurant located within the VMFA. Delicious, beautiful food. Inventive and strong cocktails.
Go for the Lamb burgers and, of course, the hand-cut fries and homemade sauces. Also surprisingly kid-friendly, but try to arrive before 5 pm and get a booth if attempting with kids.
24 locals recommend
Burger Bach
3426 W Cary StGo for the Lamb burgers and, of course, the hand-cut fries and homemade sauces. Also surprisingly kid-friendly, but try to arrive before 5 pm and get a booth if attempting with kids.
Sightseeing
FREE, amazing art museum. Just go and at least walk the beautiful grounds.
494 locals recommend
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
200 N Arthur Ashe BlvdFREE, amazing art museum. Just go and at least walk the beautiful grounds.
Shopping
Kramer's Market
406 Cleveland StThe closest corner store - nice folks.
Walgreens
3520 Ellwood AveOur go-to drug store.
Penzeys Spices
3400 W Cary StIf you cook and you've never been, go.
Essentials
Our go-to grocery store. They have just about everything but prices not as ridiculous as some of the nearby options.
140 locals recommend
Kroger
1601 Willow Lawn DrOur go-to grocery store. They have just about everything but prices not as ridiculous as some of the nearby options.
Everything Else
Fusion Nail Spa
2909 W Cary StWalkable pedi spot.
Need hair or body services while? This place is fantastic. Ask for Jess if possible.
circle square salon
305 N Robinson StNeed hair or body services while? This place is fantastic. Ask for Jess if possible.
Entertainment & Activities
This park and playground is awesome! The Amtrak train even goes right by, which the kiddies obviously love.
Humphrey Calder
414 N Thompson StThis park and playground is awesome! The Amtrak train even goes right by, which the kiddies obviously love.
sweetFrog
3137 W Cary StFroYo Bar with all the toppings you want.
World of Mirth
3005 W Cary StThe best toy store ever. Equally recommended for adults.