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The Restaurant at Meander, Locust Dale, VA

The Restaurant at Meander

4.8 (139)
$50 and over
American
2333 N James Madison Hwy, Locust Dale, VA 22948

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
Originally built in 1766, the Restaurant at Meander is part of the picturesque Inn---with 12 rooms, sitting upon 80 acres of land at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Open to the public, this historic Virginia inspired restaurant offers classic dining that is paired with wine and craft beer from the state of Virginia, Thursday - Saturday evenings from 6-9pm (last seating 8:45 pm).

Enjoy a special Sunday Supper at 4pm or 6pm with a southern inspired menu ate a reduced price.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, British, Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Thu–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jenae Jenkins
  • Private party facilities
    Meander provides an elegant venue in a historic and relaxing setting for your social and business needs! We offer parlors, private dining areas, and extensive gardens to host your next function or retreat. Complete with elegant accommodations at the Inn at Meander, and casual dining and catering from the Crooked Run Tavern, our staff is prepared to provide excellent and customizable service to ensure your event everything you’ve dreamed of and more! We are happy to provide space for a variety of events including: - Corporate Meetings and Retreats - Weddings and Elopements - Private Dinners - Luncheons - Family Reunions - Bridal and Baby Showers - Engagement Parties
  • Neighborhood
    Culpeper
  • Cross street
    Located on Route 15 between Culpeper and Orange
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 139 people are saying

The Restaurant at Meander reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Restaurant at Meander offers a remarkable dining experience with "outstanding" food and "impeccable" service. Guests enjoy beautiful views and a lovely atmosphere, perfect for special occasions. The chef's expertise shines through in "perfectly cooked" dishes, and the personal touch of attentive staff enhances the visit. A hidden gem with future potential.
139 Reviews
  1. Christine

    Washington, D.C. Area5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great breakfast! And it was so lovely to sit outside by the fountain.

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  2. Andrew

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A charming establishment with pleasant staff, phenomenal food, and views to match. Prix fixe and ala carte options accommodate a range of palates and dietary restrictions, and are refreshed regularly.

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  3. Juanita

    Virginia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    It was a birthday celebration! The food was absolutely delicious! The scallops were cooked perfectly! Dessert was delicious and the presentation was great! Julie was a great waitress!

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  4. Mike

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dinner- great service! The food was outstanding. A real gem!!

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  5. Carolyn

    Asheville / Western North Carolina5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sunday supper here was a delight! We dined on the porch and had beautiful views. The food was delicious and the service impeccable! After supper, we walked the grounds with our two dogs. What an amazing property. We will be back in the future to stay in one of the cottages on the property.

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  6. Richard

    Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely time yesterday and truly enjoyed our scrumptious meal and appreciated the attentive and personal service!

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  7. Tracey VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an amazing brunch! Food was delicious. Server was friendly and attentive. The seating was wonderfully comfortable and the view was breathtaking.

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  8. Dianne

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The chef knows her stuff! The food was perfect. Friendly service staff as well. Sat outside in the natural setting. This might be my new Mother’s Day weekend go-to from here on out.

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  9. Milton

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We where there about 10 years ago. The food was excellent then as is was now if not better. Can't wait for our next time there.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great, quaint older inn, could use an update soon to match the food...

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The Restaurant at Meander is rated 4.8 stars by 139 OpenTable diners.

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  5. Culpeper

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 2 times today
Google Map for The Restaurant at Meander

2333 N James Madison Hwy, Locust Dale, VA 22948

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Located on Route 15 between Culpeper and Orange
  • Neighborhood
    Culpeper
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Thu–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, British, Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jenae Jenkins
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Meander provides an elegant venue in a historic and relaxing setting for your social and business needs! We offer parlors, private dining areas, and extensive gardens to host your next function or retreat. Complete with elegant accommodations at the Inn at Meander, and casual dining and catering from the Crooked Run Tavern, our staff is prepared to provide excellent and customizable service to ensure your event everything you’ve dreamed of and more! We are happy to provide space for a variety of events including: - Corporate Meetings and Retreats - Weddings and Elopements - Private Dinners - Luncheons - Family Reunions - Bridal and Baby Showers - Engagement Parties
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