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Overall Total Score
4.6 out of 5
Outstanding | 2635 reviews

What Shelbie C doesn't like about The Blacksburg Tavern:
It's like the old blue plate specials in a nicer atmosphere. Nothing overly special but it was nice on a cold day to have comfort classics. Meatloaf had a good amount of filler in my opinion so it wasn't very dense in terms of the mouthfeel. Not sure I'd get that again given how much filler seems to be in there. Fried chicken review was it's ok. Some liked the Mac some didn't (depended on if you like the Kraft type w... View all feedback. What User likes about The Blacksburg Tavern:
Sweet! What a great dinner! Our waitress was super friendly and fast. The entire ambience of the place is so cozy and picturesque. Dinner was great- who doesn't love land sinks and cornbread? From the decor of the dining room, to the hardwood floors, to the wooden tables and chairs, to the fresh flowers on each table, all small details were clear with the dining room experience in the eye. The owner is also very frie... View all feedback.

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4.8 ★ from 14 reviews

Had a delicious meal at a beautiful Blacksburg evening. The picturesque structure is the oldest house from the original “16 squares” of downtown Blacksburg. We...

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My husband and I choose this place for my birthday dinner and it was the best decision. When we came in, it felt like a home. The owner is wonderful, he takes h...

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Truly appreciate the history of the home and to support local venues. This was our first time here. We enjoyed our dinner on the porch. It was relaxing and felt...

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Visiting from Iowa. Loved the Blacksburg Tavern’s historical ambiance. We were greeted by Dan, the owner, who shared the history of the tavern. The food was a d...

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Sweet! What a great dinner! Our waitress was super friendly and fast. The entire ambience of the place is so cozy and picturesque. Dinner was great- who doesn't...

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Yelp
4.4 ★ from 173 reviews
Adam
27.09.2024 - 09:13

I can't say enough about the Blacksburg Tavern. Outstanding food and service. The owner is there to greet you at the door and makes sure your meal is good. The...

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Tanny
27.09.2024 - 09:13

I 've been trying to go here for a long while, and I remember certain times I have tried, the wait times were a bit too long. However I was able to stop by last...

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Stephanie
27.09.2024 - 09:13

Stopped in here for lunch while in town for a wedding. The place is fantastic! The owner greeted and seated us. On the back of the drinks menu is the history of...

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Linda
27.09.2024 - 09:13

Traveling from GA to ME and saw this on Yelp. Glad we stopped. Great service, amazing murals painted by owners 90+ yoa aunt. Ordered the pulled pork and chicken...

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Billy
27.09.2024 - 09:13

Eating here was one of the experiences I've ever had! I felt like I was sent back to 1850 when I walked in- old southern tunes were playing, everything was made...

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Google
5.0 ★ from 10 reviews
Jamie
25.10.2023 - 14:47

The food is absolutely amazing. The cornbread is the best cornbread I've had. Highly recommend the chicken and the meatloaf. They had succotash as the season ve...

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Harrison
25.10.2023 - 14:47

I just ate here for the first time. Dan, the owner, was very friendly. The food was really good. The biscuit was probably the best I’ve had in a long time. Serv...

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Jarrod
25.10.2023 - 14:47

Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $20–30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken Plate, Cornbread, Mac Cheese and...

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Kimberly
25.10.2023 - 14:47

This was my second time going but it’s always an extraordinary experience! The owner is super nice and inviting along with the servers. The food is like a warm...

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Kathy
25.10.2023 - 14:47

Daniel Riley, tavern owner, met us at door as maitre d. He is a gracious host, stopped by our table to chat. I don't have much to add to previous reviews. Highl...

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Restaurantji
4.6 ★ from 282 reviews
Janice
21.09.2023 - 11:41

Quiet and quiet old Virginian style Southern food in a place where one can imagine great grandma cooking. Our service provider was excellent and the owner came...

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A
21.09.2023 - 11:41

The place has so much charm and character. The food was fantastic. We had the fried chicken, meatloaf and brisket. The wait staff and owner were very attentive...

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Liz
21.09.2023 - 11:41

I’m writing this from the restaurant because I can’t wait! This place is absolutely precious and the food is Delicious! Imagine being in a hallmark movie and wa...

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TG
21.09.2023 - 11:41

Tasty authentic southern food with local and regional drink options, all in a historic home with Tavern vibes. The owner greeted us and checked on us once or tw...

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Dakota
21.09.2023 - 11:41

We had family in from NM and for our one meal out together we chose The Blacksburg Tavern. I was embarrassed that I suggested the restaurant after we ordered th...

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Facebook
4.6 ★ from 306 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.5 ★ from 74 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.5 ★ from 881 reviews
Int Restaurants
4.7 ★ from 579 reviews

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