While we think you'll enjoy some of the best food around right here at the Inn (see our Dining page), you might want to try some of these area restaurants during your visit. We will be delighted to make a reservation for you.

Lexington (25 minutes):

Cafe Michel is run by the former executive chef of The Homestead, Michel Galand. French and Continental cuisine, with everything from prime rib to fresh seafood. All is well prepared and presented. Service is very good. Full bar. You'll see tee shirts to tuxedos at Michel's. Reservations required. Dinner only. Closed Sunday. 1-540-464-4119

Sheridan Livery Inn Continental cuisine, excellent seafood dishes, let the waiter tell you about specials. Lunch and dinner. Reservations recommended. Open every day. 1-540-464-1887

Southern Inn Continental cuisine. All of the food is freshly prepared; this is one of the best places to eat in Lexington. Bar with additional tables next door. Lunch and dinner. Reservations recommended. 1-540-463-3612

The Palms, a college crowd's sort of place, serves one of the best hamburgers in town and excellent sandwiches and salads. Full bar. Jeans and tee shirts. Open seven days for lunch and dinner.

The Bistro offers wonderful food in a small space, Christopher's is a good small steak and seafood place, and Tuscany is your basic Italian restaurant. All are good; give them a try!  

Warm Springs (20 minutes):

The Waterwheel Restaurant at The Inn at Gristmill Square has a full service restaurant in a lovely setting. Classic American cuisine. The food is excellent and the service attentive. Full bar. Casual attire. Open for dinner seven days. 1-540-839-2231

Hot Springs (30 minutes):

The Homestead is a four-star resort. Jackets and ties for the gentlemen. Reservations definitely required. 1-540-839-5500 

Staunton (35 minutes):

The Pullman Restaurant, in the restored railroad station, is a very civilized place to eat. A full menu, with excellent original entrees. Full bar. Casual attire. Reservations recommended. Open seven days for lunch and dinner. 1-540-885-6612

The Depot Grill, run by the same folks, is less formal - brown paper on the tables. Good burgers, steaks, salad bar. Full bar. Casual attire. Open seven days for lunch and dinner.

Mill Street Grill has good ribs and prime rib. Casual attire. Open Monday through Saturday for dinner. 1-540-886-0656

L'Italia has Italian food.  Full bar. Reservations recommended. Open Tuesday through Saturday for dinner. 1-540-885-0102

The Dining Room  offers fine dining in downtown Staunton. Lunch and dinner. 540-213-0606.

Mrs. Rowe's, at Exit 222 off of I-81 , has a reputation for good, old-fashioned comfort foods. A little-known fact:  Mrs. Rowe started her first restaurant right across Mill Creek from the Hummingbird back in the 50's! 

Wright's Drive-in is a classic 1950's drive-in (not a re-creation) with carhop service. Good burgers, fries, onion rings, shakes.

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