Diners' Choice: Best Service restaurants in Shenandoah Valley

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Updated May 05, 2025

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Illyria Mediterranean Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (33)

$50 and over

Mediterranean

Harrisonburg

About the restaurant

Illyria Mediterranean offers an elevated Mediterranean dining experience in the heart of downtown Harrisonburg. Led by Executive Chef/Owner Kristo Papa and General Manager/Owner Mira Papa our newly opened restaurant presents a sophisticated menu that honors Mediterranean cuisine with both traditional and contemporary influences. We offer a wide selection of carefully crafted wine / spirit lists as well as a inspired cocktail list.

Signature dishes include Filet Mignon, Shrimp Saganaki, Crispy Duck Breast, Mediterranean Salmon, and Baked Branzino, all thoughtfully prepared with the finest ingredients to create a memorable dining experience.

In addition to our exceptional cuisine, we offer a versatile event space ideal for weddings, private gatherings, and corporate events, with a focus on impeccable service and an inviting ambiance. Illyria Mediterranean is the perfect destination for those seeking a refined and memorable dining experience.

Top review

ken

Dined 2 days ago

The restaurant is a great addition to the community. The duck dish is prepared very nicely.

Joshua Wilton House

4.9

4.9 (1172)

$50 and over

Contemporary French / American

Harrisonburg

About the restaurant

Located in an elegantly restored Victorian home in historic downtown Harrisonburg, the Joshua Wilton House is a bed & breakfast and fine dining destination. Executive Chef Tom French uses high quality ingredients sourced from the Shenandoah Valley to create a seasonal menu highlighting our local products . The full service bar includes signature cocktails, craft beers and an award-winning wine list. During the warmer months, seating is available on the outdoor brick patio. In the winter time, warm up in our lounge next to one of the original wood burning fireplaces and enjoy a cocktail before your meal. The Joshua Wilton House is also a private event and wedding venue, so please visit our website or call us for any special occasion you are celebrating!

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Kimberly

Dined 5 days ago

We celebrated our daughter’s birthday at Joshua Wilton house today and had a wonderful experience. We were first seated on the front porch and quickly found out that the sun was pretty bright so they graciously moved us to the patio for our dining. The food was beautiful, delicious, and filling. The service was outstanding- frequent and kind. We will return!

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Experience

MAY GRADUATION JMU

Bistro on Main

4.9

4.9 (575)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Lexington

About the restaurant

Bistro On Main is an American food outlet serving contemporary flavors. Within walking distance from downtown, the place has a country style charm with warm ambience and friendly atmosphere. The restaurant has a casual setup and comfortable seating arrangement with cozy corners. Bistro On Main is a good place to dine out with friends, family and go on a date.

Bistro On Main has a full alcohol bar to enjoy the fine selection of drinks with a diverse palate.

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Bruce

Dined 2 days ago

A great place for a great dining experience! The best bartender, pleasant servers, top chefs, and caring owners.

Region's 117

4.9

4.9 (2267)

$30 and under

American

Winchester

About the restaurant

Executive Chef Brian Whitson uses locally-sourced ingredients, most from with 117 miles of the restaurant, to craft a menu that has something for everyone, from extra lumpy crab cakes to wood-fired pizza and more.

Regions 117 is truly a treasure, as it is the only venue for lakeside dining in the Valley, located just behind the gates at the dynamic Shenandoah Lodge. We welcome all who enjoy delicious food paired with an uninterrupted view of the 117-acre Lake Frederick from inside, or out on our expansive Veranda.

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Brandon

Dined 2 days ago

Love having Jessie as a server every time I come in to dine!

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Popular dish

Charred Brussels Sprouts

Popular dish

Croissant Bread Pudding à la Mode

Rocktown Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (20)

$31 to $50

American

Harrisonburg

About the restaurant

Rocktown Kitchen is an intimate, farm-to-table restaurant in Harrisonburg, VA serving elevated American cuisine in a casual fine-dining environment. We also have an extensive wine list, featuring unique and exceptional wines from around the world, and local craft beers.

Rocktown Kitchen’s goal is to create an exceptional dining experience outside of recognized dining destinations while focusing on local artisan producers in our region. We offer seasonal, new American cuisine, with an ever-changing menu to reflect the best seasonal ingredients we can find from local providers. The high quality food and service comes without the formal or stuffy atmosphere — no white linens or jackets required here, just top-notch service from friendly, knowledgeable servers. Dining at Rocktown Kitchen with several different seating areas, which include bar/pub, dining room, patio, during warm months, and an event room, feels both urban and intimate.

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LaraVIP

Dined on Apr 29, 2025

Excellent vibe, excellent service, excellent food (the crab cakes were perfection, and the linguini entree phenomenal) Cannot say enough of the evening. A must-do!

Chop House Tavern

4.8

4.8 (116)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Staunton

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of beautiful downtown Staunton VA, The Chop House Tavern elegantly showcases a refined take on Chef Ryan Zale's culinary creativity. Professionally executed by Sous Chef Brendan Almy, guests can expect the signature proteins and menu staples found on our sibling restaurants menus, (Local Chop and Grill House, Harrisonburg VA, and The Chop House Bistro, Luray VA) as well as delicious takes on comfort tavern food classics. Additionally, we aim to provide a relaxing and unique experience through our modern-rustic aesthetic, comfortable lounge and carefully crafted cocktails for your enjoyment.

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Peyton

Dined 3 days ago

Amazing food, pricey but worth it for the quality of food.

Local Chop & Grill House

4.6

4.6 (2059)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Harrisonburg

About the restaurant

Massive wooden door, old bricks and rustic beams of Harrisonburg’s old City Produce Exchange building, the perfect setting for a memorable dining experience at The LOCAL Chop & Grill House. Our menu features fresh, hand-selected, LOCAL and seasonal foods prepared with a progressive flair.
Farm to Table is the mainstay of our eating philosophy. That’s why we work with community food producers to support organic, sustainable, LOCAL farms, and put the finest, freshest foods on the table for you. We’re serious about making choices that are environmentally sound, from the food we carefully hand-select to the aprons our kitchen and wait staff wear.

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Bryan

Dined on Apr 27, 2025

This may have been one of the best dining experiences I've ever had. The staff we worked with were positive, upbeat, and eager to offer their expertise to make sure we had the best possible dining experience.

Clementine

4.8

4.8 (280)

$31 to $50

American

Harrisonburg

About the restaurant

Located in the culinary district of downtown Harrisonburg, VA in the building which formerly housed the Strand Theater. We are proud to be independently and locally owned. Clementine serves weekday lunch, weekend brunch and dinner every night on our main floor and patio (weather permitting) until at least 9PM. We host Team Trivia on Tuesday nights (8-10PM), Open Mic on Wednesday nights (7-10PM), Live Jazz on Thursday Nights (7-9PM) and award-winning music on Friday and Saturday nights. We also feature Ruby’s Lounge in our basement which is open 6PM – 1:30AM, Tuesday-Saturday.

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Rita

Dined on May 1, 2025

Friendly professional staff. Live music! Jazz on Thursday nights. We all enjoyed our food. I had red curry with chicken that was delicious but would have liked more sauce. Dining companions loved their Harvest Salad with salmon and burger cooked medium.

CrossKeys Bistro

4.8

4.8 (384)

$30 and under

American

Mount Crawford

About the restaurant

CrossKeys Bistro, located in Mt. Crawford, Virginia, serves upscale American-Mediterranean cuisine. The menu includes a range of items from shareable appetizers to elegant entrees. CrossKeys Bistro makes each item to order with fresh and locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant also has an extensive wine selection, which can be paired to every menu option.

Start out your meal at CrossKeys Bistro with an order of the Mediterranean Plate or CrossKeys Sampler to share. Choose from menu items like the Reuben or Artic Salmon. Additionally, the restaurant serves brunch on Sundays with menu items like the French Toast Burger and Sunday morning Mimosa Flights. The Bistro also offers takeout services for guests who want to enjoy our cuisine in the comfort of their own home.

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Ellen

Dined on Apr 30, 2025

Great day in a beautiful place! Loved everything about it!!! Will definitely be back as we just moved to the area.

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Popular dish

Chicken

Experience

JMU Graduation Lunch Buffet

Experience

JMU Graduation Dinner Buffet

Ridge Room

4.5

4.5 (358)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Harrisonburg

About the restaurant

Head to our rooftop tavern to sip creative cocktails as you admire the peaks of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the distance. The tavern offers thoughtfully-sourced, regionally inspired food, and premium alcoholic beverages.

Please note the restaurant has it's own entrance and elevator located to the left side of the building.

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Joseph

Dined on Apr 29, 2025

Good food, friendly service, and beautiful view/atmosphere.

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