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Hometown Eats
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Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Kirk’s Famous Smoked BBQ
Updated: Oct. 22, 2026 at 4:26 PM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
From carving up defenses on the football field to carving up smoked meats across SW Virginia!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: The Green Goat
Updated: Oct. 15, 2026 at 2:17 PM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
Regulars say this Roanoke staple has the best grub on the greenway!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: BT’s Restaurant
Updated: Oct. 8, 2026 at 12:37 PM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
For 40 years, BT’s Restaurant hasn’t changed, and the owners intend to keep it that way.
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Broad Street Deli
Updated: Oct. 1, 2026 at 1:39 PM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
After being recognized in another country, this authentic Philly cheesesteak deli in Altavista now carries a "World Famous" reputation!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Bee Noodle’d
Updated: Sep. 24, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
From 10-hour slow-cooked pork ramen to hot honey tenders, Bee Noodle'd brings unique flavors and a mission of recovery to Tazewell
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: North Star Restaurant
Updated: Sep. 17, 2026 at 4:49 PM EDT
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By
Logan Sherrill
If you're looking for country-cookin' in Botetourt County, just follow the North Star!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Scrambled
Updated: Sep. 10, 2026 at 2:32 PM EDT
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By
Logan Sherrill
A true mom & pop & daughter diner in the heart of downtown Roanoke, VA!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Lula Mae’s
Updated: Sep. 3, 2026 at 2:52 PM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
This soul food joint in Lynchburg is honoring the past and looking toward the future!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Vinton Cafe
Updated: Aug. 27, 2026 at 1:22 PM EDT
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By
Logan Sherrill
Burger for breakfast or French Toast for dinner! You can have whatever you want, whenever you want at this joint!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Delite Donuts
Updated: Aug. 20, 2026 at 1:21 PM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
Owner Karri Yem says the perfect donut requires early mornings, a secret recipe and lots of patience!
Local Radar
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Sandy’s at Lumpkins
Updated: Aug. 13, 2026 at 11:40 AM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
Sandy's serves up some of the biggest pancakes on Smith Mountain Lake!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Salt Pond Pub @ Mountain Lake Lodge
Updated: Aug. 6, 2026 at 3:16 PM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
You don't even need to be a guest at Mountain Lake Lodge to enjoy this delicious menu!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Asher’s Coffee
Updated: Jul. 30, 2026 at 4:37 PM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
Seed to cup! This Roanoke coffee shop is roasting beans from all over the world, daily!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Wok N Roll Kitchen
Updated: Jul. 23, 2026 at 11:33 AM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
Downtown Roanoke is full of cuisine from all over the world, and one of the finest around is at Wok N Roll Kitchen!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Gina’s Trattoria
Updated: Jul. 16, 2026 at 3:08 PM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
A hidden Italian gem tucked into the Stonewall Square shopping center in Lexington!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Cabo Fish Taco
Updated: Jul. 8, 2026 at 11:48 AM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
Some of the freshest & funkiest tacos you can find that's not on the coast!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Uncle D’s
Updated: Jul. 2, 2026 at 3:38 PM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
Italian favorites, country comfort, Wagyu burgers, and now wraps! Uncle D's is perfect for a quick bite or if you need an extended lunch!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: The Rusty Skillet Wagon
Updated: Jun. 25, 2026 at 11:56 AM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
A relic of the Old West parked on Main Street in Clifton Forge, serving burgers so big they'd make a cowboy blush!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: The Watering Hole
Updated: Jun. 18, 2026 at 12:01 PM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
"See how we roll at the hole!" Great food, live entertainment, & raising over $200,000 for local charities!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Koffee Kup
Updated: Jun. 11, 2026 at 12:29 PM EDT
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By
Logan Sherrill
A staple at the end of Timberlake Road in Lynchburg that's been serving generations of families for over 70 years!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Almost Famous Cafe
Updated: Jun. 4, 2026 at 12:58 PM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
Tired of driving miles out of the way for coffee, this father/son duo opened their own coffee & bagel shop!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Garcia’s Bistro
Updated: May 28, 2026 at 12:45 PM EDT
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By
Logan Sherrill
A Hispanic-American fusion where they say family is the secret recipe!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: The Rail Bar & Grille
Updated: May 21, 2026 at 11:49 AM EDT
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By
Logan Sherrill
A roadside dive keeping a piece of a 1950s drive-in alive!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Holy Cow!
Updated: May 14, 2026 at 12:48 PM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
Small batch, locally made ice cream with BIG flavor on the edge of Glen Maury Park!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Big Daddy’s BBQ & Sweet Shack
Updated: May 7, 2026 at 1:29 PM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
Texas-style BBQ served deep in the Blue Ridge of the Appalachian Mountains!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Crystal Spring Grocery
Updated: Apr. 30, 2026 at 2:22 PM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
This specialty grocery store carries on the finer foods passion of a Crystal Spring Neighborhood staple in Roanoke.
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Family Tree-Ts Restaurant
Updated: Apr. 23, 2026 at 12:06 PM EDT
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By
Logan Sherrill
Family style dinner, breakfast all day, and room to grow!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Chef’s Drive-In
Updated: Apr. 16, 2026 at 2:42 PM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
Chef's Drive-In has been a staple for burgers, dogs, and milkshakes in Altavista for nearly 80 years!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Peace of Pie Pizzeria
Updated: Apr. 9, 2026 at 3:29 PM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
Finding peace through several pieces of pizza!
Hometown Eats
Winner announced in Hometown Eats Restaurant Rumble 2026
Updated: Apr. 4, 2026 at 7:37 AM EDT
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Gray Media
Congrats to the winner!!!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Salem Ridge Yaks
Updated: Apr. 2, 2026 at 12:55 PM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
Check out the new items that you'll find at every Salem Ridge Yaks home game this season!
7@four
Restaurant Rumble Chompionship finalists join 7@four
Updated: Apr. 1, 2026 at 4:57 PM EDT
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WDBJ7 Staff
Who will become your 2026 Restaurant Rumble Chompion?
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Wolf’s Den Billiards
Updated: Mar. 26, 2026 at 12:55 PM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
Owner Kory Wolford says people can't believe how many pool tables they offer or the fact they have a full service, scratch made, kitchen!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Ferguson Family Provisions
Updated: Mar. 19, 2026 at 12:26 PM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
2020 was rough for lots of restaurants but for Matt & Jill Ferguson, it was the push they needed to follow their dream!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Lost in Taste
Updated: Mar. 12, 2026 at 2:11 PM EDT
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Logan Sherrill
Take your tastebuds from a galaxy far, far away to infinity and beyond!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Lew’s Restaurant
Updated: Mar. 5, 2026 at 12:57 PM EST
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Logan Sherrill
Whether you're stopping by for lunch, dinner, or hanging out before catching a show at Dr. Pepper Park at the Bridges, Lew's Restaurant is sure to serve up lots of flavor and a good time!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Soul Sisters and Brother Kitchen
Updated: Feb. 26, 2026 at 2:07 PM EST
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Logan Sherrill
People drive more than 2 hours for a dish of this soul food in Bedford!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: The Little Mule Cafe
Updated: Feb. 19, 2026 at 3:24 PM EST
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Logan Sherrill
Family recipes and a hand-me-down copper pot make this place a MUST try for anyone searching for Mexican cuisine!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: The Mason Jar
Updated: Feb. 12, 2026 at 2:20 PM EST
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Logan Sherrill
Maryland style crab & seafood deep in the hills of Southwest Virginia!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Dillons Hot Dogs & More
Updated: Feb. 5, 2026 at 3:09 PM EST
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Logan Sherrill
People love this staple on Williamson Road in Roanoke for more than just the hot dogs!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Checkered Pig BBQ
Updated: Jan. 29, 2026 at 3:25 PM EST
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Logan Sherrill
Award winning BBQ in Martinsville for nearly 30 years and counting!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Fork in the Alley
Updated: Jan. 22, 2026 at 1:24 PM EST
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Logan Sherrill
Ownership may have changed but you can still expect the same good times you've had for the past 20 years at this Crystal Spring neighborhood staple!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Smiley Tea
Updated: Jan. 15, 2026 at 12:29 PM EST
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Logan Sherrill
The food might be outside the bubble, but you'll leave in a better mood than when you walked in!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: The Blue Ridge Deli & Meats
Updated: Jan. 8, 2026 at 2:09 PM EST
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Logan Sherrill
Even though they didn't have the experience, two guys in Natural Bridge saw a need for quality food so they opened a deli!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: A look back on 2025
Updated: Dec. 18, 2025 at 4:53 PM EST
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Logan Sherrill
A look back on all the restaurants featured for Hometown Eats in 2025!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Live with Lentini’s
Updated: Dec. 11, 2025 at 4:34 PM EST
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WDBJ7 Staff
The owner shares what it's like to serve the Daleville area.
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Homestead Creamery Farm Market
Updated: Dec. 4, 2025 at 12:43 PM EST
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By
Logan Sherrill
Everything Homestead Creamery under one roof! Plus BIG sandwiches!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Fenderz Drive-In
Updated: Nov. 20, 2025 at 11:29 AM EST
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Logan Sherrill
Gas up the hot rod and get cruisin' to Fenderz Drive-In down in Collinsville for burgers, hot dogs, and ice cream to wash it all down!
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats Live with Birrieria La Vaca
Updated: Nov. 13, 2025 at 4:41 PM EST
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By
WDBJ7 Staff
Check out their most popular dishes.
Hometown Eats
Hometown Eats: Pure Eats
Updated: Nov. 6, 2025 at 12:50 PM EST
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Logan Sherrill
Set up in an old Pure Oil gas station, this joint fills your tank in more than one way!
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