Restaurants Near The Collins House Inn Bed and Breakfast in Marion, VA

Restaurants We Recommend:

Though Marion has a large selection of typical run-of-the-mill fast food restaurants, we recommend the following dining establishments for a couple of reasons. Not only are they located within easy walking distance of our inn, but they will provide you with varying types of atmospheres, cuisines, selections, and price points. Choosing from one of these restaurants will make the difference between eating out to merely satisfy your hunger, and creating a memorable dining experience during your visit to Marion.

Black Rooster Restaurant (Lunch T-F 11AM - 2PM Dinner T-Sat 5PM - 9PM)
Black Rooster Lounge and Gallery (M-Sat 5PM - 11PM)
(Both are located inside The General Francis Marion Hotel)
107 E. Main Street, Marion, VA 24354
Reservations (recommended on weekends): 276-783-4800 or 877-783-4802 NON-SMOKING

The Black Rooster Restaurant and The Black Rooster Lounge and Gallery give their patrons a choice in dining atmospheres. Both the restaurant and lounge offer the same menu, however The Black Rooster Restaurant has more of a “fine dining” atmosphere, while the Lounge is more casual and laid back. Don’t worry, though, business-casual dress is still fine for the restaurant -- as is a coat and tie should you want to be a bit more fancy. Oh! please don’t construe “fine dining” with being “hoytie-toytie” though . . . the restaurant is very comfortable and relaxing, with an unpretentious elegance -- while providing some truly outstanding menu creations by Chef Marcus Blackstone.

If you would like to see a sample of their dinner menu, click here. Click here for a sample of their lunch menu offerings.

Handsome Molly’s Bistro and Small Wine Shoppe
118 E. Main Street -- Marion, VA 24354
276-783-2300
(Lunch M-Sat 11AM - 2:30PM Dinner Thurs-Sat 5PM - 9PM)
NON-SMOKING

Handsome Molly’s has a wonderfully relaxing atmosphere where you’ll find gourmet pizzas, fresh salads, paninis, wraps, freshly brewed locally roasted coffee along with a wide selection of espresso drinks and more. The indirect lighting, soft jazz in the background, and warm inviting decor make this a perfect place for a relaxing lunch or dinner. Wine and beer are also available by the glass. Be sure to check out their selection of bottled wines as well.

Lucky Dog Deli and Irish Pub
234 E. Main Street, Marion, VA 24354
276-783-7707
(Lunch/Dinner M-Thurs 10:30AM - 12Midnight
Fri-Sat 10:30AM - 12Midnight+)
NON-SMOKING

The Lucky Dog Deli and Irish Pub are home to the, well . . . you guessed it, the Lucky Dog -- their signature quarter pound hot dog! It doesn’t stop there, though . . . here you’ll find Bratwurst, numerous selections of other hotdogs, deli sandwiches, burgers, soups, and side dishes. Now, maybe you’re thinking, “What’s so special about that?” . . . OK . . . here’s the deal. The Irish Pub has 19 beers on tap!!! Yes, you read that right, 19!!. They also have over 100 bottled beers available along with 70+ wines by the bottle. You can also buy wine by the glass. The Irish Pub has established regulars from Richmond, VA to Nashville, TN.

The Pub is a casual and welcoming place (in keeping with traditional Irish style) with a gas fireplace (for cold winter evenings), dart boards, etc. On certain Saturdays of each month, you’ll also find live music -- from bluegrass to folk and many others.

Main Street Gifts and Eatery
212 E. Main Street, Marion, VA 24354
276-783-9244
(Lunch M-F 11AM - 2PM)
NON-SMOKING

Want to experience some of the true down-home flavor of Marion? Then Main Street Gifts and Eatery is a “must” for lunch during your visit. The atmosphere is warm, inviting, friendly, and gracious -- just like the family who owns and oversees day-to-day operations. Their menu consists of various sandwiches (on your choice of bread or bagels), homemade soups prepared fresh by “Nanny” herself, along with daily specials that can be anything from meatball subs to quiches, etc. To top things off, there is always a nice selection of delectable homemade desserts.

You might also want to survey the generous selection of wines available for purchase (by the bottle).

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Town House (Located approximately 10 miles south)
132 E. Main Street, Chilhowie, VA 24319
276-646-8787

The Town House celebrates locally grown sustainable products, along with the finest seasonal ingredients, and a firm belief that exquisite dining is not exclusive to large cities. Executive Chefs Karen Urie and John B. Shields come from two of the nation’s top culinary institutions, Charlie Trotter’s and Alinea, trading urban Chicago for the inspiration of the Blue Ridge and Appalachian Mountains. The result is unpretentious chef-driven cuisine complemented by impeccable service that is presented in a beautifully renovated historic building in the heart of downtown Chilhowie, VA.

Every evening, Certified Court of Masters Sommelier Charlie Berg bridges the ‘Old World, New World with Our World’ with a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence-winning wine list that boasts an ever-changing selection of wines by the glass and half bottle.

If you are a fan of fusion style cuisine, and have long had a desire to sample those seemingly obscure culinary creations like those seen on the hit FoodTV series, Iron Chef America, you’ll definitely want to include a dinner at the Town House during your stay. Visit the Town House’s web site to learn more about their unique dining experience.

Dry aged ribeye of beef, cauliflower, licorice, marrow, maiitake mushroom, toasted cereals

Pumpernickel, soft chocolate, sekel pear, crispy sangria