General Guidebook for the Area
Local Food Scene
Your taste buds need to make the most of your weekend in the relaxing and quaint Northern Neck, of Virginia. Look no farther to discover the best Local Eats around.
You won't visit a more unique garden and historical space to enjoy than here. The beautiful courtyard is a host to flowers, fountains, and overwhelming charm. You can enjoy meals in the main house among numerous dining rooms, or on the garden deck to eat Al fresco. Their Bloody Mary's are signature and after you try one you'll realize why. Stop in for Happy Hour, Lunch, Dinner or Breakfast/Brunch. This is a fun establishment to walk around and read all of the historic fun facts. $$-$$$ Plus, they consistently serve great tasting food!
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Kilmarnock Inn
34 E Church StYou won't visit a more unique garden and historical space to enjoy than here. The beautiful courtyard is a host to flowers, fountains, and overwhelming charm. You can enjoy meals in the main house among numerous dining rooms, or on the garden deck to eat Al fresco. Their Bloody Mary's are signature and after you try one you'll realize why. Stop in for Happy Hour, Lunch, Dinner or Breakfast/Brunch. This is a fun establishment to walk around and read all of the historic fun facts. $$-$$$ Plus, they consistently serve great tasting food!
This used to be the best place to go a nice dinner out, if you’re celebrating a special occasion or want a good quality dinner. They serve seafood, meat and feature other types of dishes as specials. Be sure to make a reservation!
*7/24/21 Edit, I have heard there is a new chef and have heard mixed/negative reviews recently regarding high prices and overall dissatisfaction. If you check it out, I'd love to hear your feedback!
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Reedville Market
729 Main StThis used to be the best place to go a nice dinner out, if you’re celebrating a special occasion or want a good quality dinner. They serve seafood, meat and feature other types of dishes as specials. Be sure to make a reservation!
*7/24/21 Edit, I have heard there is a new chef and have heard mixed/negative reviews recently regarding high prices and overall dissatisfaction. If you check it out, I'd love to hear your feedback!
A beautiful restaurant on the water located on your way to Burgess, near the Glebe Point Bridge. They have plenty of outdoor / patio dining options and also have a tiki bar right on the river if you are feeling beachy. Check their social media page for events and happenings each week! $$-$$$
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Horn Harbor Restaurant
836 Horn Harbor RdA beautiful restaurant on the water located on your way to Burgess, near the Glebe Point Bridge. They have plenty of outdoor / patio dining options and also have a tiki bar right on the river if you are feeling beachy. Check their social media page for events and happenings each week! $$-$$$
Adrift is run by a local chef who used to be at The Inn at Little Washington. It has received awards and been featured in many publications. It's for good reason too, everything that comes out Devin's kitchen taste amazinggg!! Be sure to get a reservation before heading to its location, in White Stone.
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Adrift
572 Rappahannock DrAdrift is run by a local chef who used to be at The Inn at Little Washington. It has received awards and been featured in many publications. It's for good reason too, everything that comes out Devin's kitchen taste amazinggg!! Be sure to get a reservation before heading to its location, in White Stone.
Located in White Stone (outside of Kilmarnock) this is a great little bakery full of fresh sweet goodies! If they are open on your way into town, do your sweet tooth a favor and stop in for treats to take with you for the weekend ahead.
Out of the Oven Bakery
549 Rappahannock DrLocated in White Stone (outside of Kilmarnock) this is a great little bakery full of fresh sweet goodies! If they are open on your way into town, do your sweet tooth a favor and stop in for treats to take with you for the weekend ahead.
Now with a second location in Kilmarnock, and the original shop located at the end of Main Street, in Reedville, you'll find a classic ice cream parlor.
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Chitterchats
846 Main StNow with a second location in Kilmarnock, and the original shop located at the end of Main Street, in Reedville, you'll find a classic ice cream parlor.
Great local restaurant serving up seafood, steaks and a good cocktail. All of my experiences here have been positive, just don't arrive in a hurry to get in and out, relax and enjoy a full dining experience.
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Sandpiper Restaurant
850 Rappahannock DrGreat local restaurant serving up seafood, steaks and a good cocktail. All of my experiences here have been positive, just don't arrive in a hurry to get in and out, relax and enjoy a full dining experience.
Great restaurant in the heart of Kilmarnock serving up all kinds of great southern cuisine. They also just started serving breakfast as well!
Donna's on Main
Great restaurant in the heart of Kilmarnock serving up all kinds of great southern cuisine. They also just started serving breakfast as well!
Car Wash Cafe
481 N Main StGreat breakfast spot for early birds in the Kilmarnock area.
Don't let Chinese cuisine scare you aware just because you're in a river town. Their food is legitimately delicious and they have a beautiful dining room, patio, a separate bar area (that can be happening some late nights!). You won't be disappointed!
Great Fortune Chinese Restaurant
443 N Main StDon't let Chinese cuisine scare you aware just because you're in a river town. Their food is legitimately delicious and they have a beautiful dining room, patio, a separate bar area (that can be happening some late nights!). You won't be disappointed!
Wineries/More Dining & Things to Do
Wondering what to do with your time here? Enjoy a cocktail or two? There are several wineries close by, that I'd recommend visiting, with Good Luck Cellars and Jacey's being our favorites. Many places are seasonal with only weekend hours , always be sure to check websites/social media pages for updates on current events/ operating hours before heading out.
This lovely and quaint vineyard is right in our backyard. The tasting room is full of art, colorful sails and an antique phone booth. They also have a lovely patio where you can relax and enjoy the outdoors. Current hours for the 2019 Summer Season are Saturdays from 12:00-5:00.
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Jacey Vineyards
619 Train LnThis lovely and quaint vineyard is right in our backyard. The tasting room is full of art, colorful sails and an antique phone booth. They also have a lovely patio where you can relax and enjoy the outdoors. Current hours for the 2019 Summer Season are Saturdays from 12:00-5:00.
If you're here to visit vineyards in the area, then you'll have to check out our personal favorite! Good Luck Cellars hosts plenty of outdoor seating on the wrap around porch, and if you're lucky you could snag the private table in the tower! Whether you're there for a glass or a few bottles, you'll enjoy yourself (not to mention the prices are super affordable!) $-$$
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Good Luck Cellars
1025 Goodluck RdIf you're here to visit vineyards in the area, then you'll have to check out our personal favorite! Good Luck Cellars hosts plenty of outdoor seating on the wrap around porch, and if you're lucky you could snag the private table in the tower! Whether you're there for a glass or a few bottles, you'll enjoy yourself (not to mention the prices are super affordable!) $-$$
The newest vineyard open in the area! Its located not far from Hedgerow, near “Burgess”. They offer wine, vodka and vinegar and I’m eager to check out this new spot myself!
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Triple V Farms
3138 Jessie Dupont Memorial HighwayThe newest vineyard open in the area! Its located not far from Hedgerow, near “Burgess”. They offer wine, vodka and vinegar and I’m eager to check out this new spot myself!
Another recently opened spot to taste local cider. Be sure to check them out for Sunday Brunch when the weather is nice! They’ve gained a huge following in a short amount of time! Be sure to check their website for information on updated hours they are open.
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Ditchley Cider Works
1571 Ditchley RdAnother recently opened spot to taste local cider. Be sure to check them out for Sunday Brunch when the weather is nice! They’ve gained a huge following in a short amount of time! Be sure to check their website for information on updated hours they are open.
Travel back in time, while shopping tons of different local merchant artist's goods and crafts. Also serving a fantastic and affordable lunch, all home made by local volunteers. Open Thursday - Saturday.
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Rice's Hotel / Hughlett's Tavern
73 Monument PlTravel back in time, while shopping tons of different local merchant artist's goods and crafts. Also serving a fantastic and affordable lunch, all home made by local volunteers. Open Thursday - Saturday.
Essentials
Where to shop for essentials, fresh seafood, groceries, produce and other things during your stay.
Best place to buy steaks and meat in town! And all of your groceries for your visit.
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Tri-Star Supermarket
Best place to buy steaks and meat in town! And all of your groceries for your visit.
Our favorite farmers market, which is open year-round. You’ll find all kinds of fresh produce and locally made items to please any pallet!
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Dug In Farms
155 Fleet's Bay RdOur favorite farmers market, which is open year-round. You’ll find all kinds of fresh produce and locally made items to please any pallet!
The go to shopping spot for fishing supplies, bait and tackle. They also sell apparel, plants, coolers and other water/fishing related supplies.
Jett's Hardware
18425 Northumberland HwyThe go to shopping spot for fishing supplies, bait and tackle. They also sell apparel, plants, coolers and other water/fishing related supplies.
Because.... well sometimes you just need essentials that Walmart has!
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Walmart Supercenter
200 Old Fair Grounds WayBecause.... well sometimes you just need essentials that Walmart has!
Convenience Store/ Deli/Seafood stop that's close to the cottage. Stop here for any last minute essestials you forgot to grab from the store. Also check out their breakfast and lunch deli options. They also sell CRABS!
N.N. Crab Shack
5057 Jessie Dupont Memorial HwyConvenience Store/ Deli/Seafood stop that's close to the cottage. Stop here for any last minute essestials you forgot to grab from the store. Also check out their breakfast and lunch deli options. They also sell CRABS!
If Lillian Lumber Co or Tri Star don't sell it, then you don't need it, is a quote of Glenn's and since living here, I now beleive the truth of it! Fishing supplies, coolers, grilling, coozies.... Lillian will get you ready for your day on the river! Or for your DIY project!
Lilian Lumber True Value Home Center
If Lillian Lumber Co or Tri Star don't sell it, then you don't need it, is a quote of Glenn's and since living here, I now beleive the truth of it! Fishing supplies, coolers, grilling, coozies.... Lillian will get you ready for your day on the river! Or for your DIY project!
Parks & Nature
Great place to visit for walking and looking at the water. Take bug spray!
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Hughlett Point Natural Area Preserve
5755 Balls Neck RdGreat place to visit for walking and looking at the water. Take bug spray!
Good to go hiking and see some nice views. Take bug spray!!
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Dameron Marsh Natural Area Preserve
Good to go hiking and see some nice views. Take bug spray!!
In the summer the marina has a tiki bar open for drinks and food. There is a public beach here open to the public. Follow windmill point Road until the VERY end. Once you reach the end of the road, there is cul de sac with access to the public beach area.
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Windmill Point Marina
40 Windjammer LnIn the summer the marina has a tiki bar open for drinks and food. There is a public beach here open to the public. Follow windmill point Road until the VERY end. Once you reach the end of the road, there is cul de sac with access to the public beach area.
Arts & Culture
Reedville Fishermen's Museum
504 Main StOur fabulous local “resort” that has been a staple to the area since 1947. There is a new bar and restaurant located by their pool called “the Fish Hawk” if you’re looking for a casual bite with river views in Irvington. They also have another restaurant with great views and patio dining. If you’re exploring the Irvington area, a trip to wander around the “Tides Inn” is a must!
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The Tides Inn
480 King Carter DrOur fabulous local “resort” that has been a staple to the area since 1947. There is a new bar and restaurant located by their pool called “the Fish Hawk” if you’re looking for a casual bite with river views in Irvington. They also have another restaurant with great views and patio dining. If you’re exploring the Irvington area, a trip to wander around the “Tides Inn” is a must!
Shopping
Rivah Antiques & Accessories
43 S Main StAn assortment of antiques and unique finds.
Tons of cute clothing, and everything else related to the Northern Neck. Lilly Pulitzer items and Southern related items. Be sure to visit their sister store across the street, “Waterline” which offers merchandise for the men in the group.
The Rivah
49 S Main StTons of cute clothing, and everything else related to the Northern Neck. Lilly Pulitzer items and Southern related items. Be sure to visit their sister store across the street, “Waterline” which offers merchandise for the men in the group.
Weekends Fashions
125 S Main StWeekends is full of clothing and foot wear for the "river" lifestyle!
Large store with all kinds of antiques to browse.
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Kilmarnock Antique Gallery
144 School StLarge store with all kinds of antiques to browse.
Specials Wine Seller
52 S Main StGreat wine shop in the heart of Kilmarnock!
An upscale boutique abound with stylish items and cute accessories. Located in White Stone.
The Pink Lemon
577 Rappahannock DrAn upscale boutique abound with stylish items and cute accessories. Located in White Stone.
Newly remodeled with the new "She Shed" store. It's full of beautiful dresses, jewelry and gifts! The rest of the store has everything you could need!! If you need any building supplies, coolers, t-shirts, touristy stuff, garden flags, chairs, fishing rods, etc. It's a shopping staple in the town of Burgess.
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Lilian Lumber True Value Home Center
15115 Northumberland HighwayNewly remodeled with the new "She Shed" store. It's full of beautiful dresses, jewelry and gifts! The rest of the store has everything you could need!! If you need any building supplies, coolers, t-shirts, touristy stuff, garden flags, chairs, fishing rods, etc. It's a shopping staple in the town of Burgess.
Looking for gifts or apparel to remember your trip? Or to wear while in town visiting, then you need to visit the "She Shed"! It's full of adorable outfits, jewelry, home goods, bags and all the cute stuff women love!
Lilian’s She Shed
Looking for gifts or apparel to remember your trip? Or to wear while in town visiting, then you need to visit the "She Shed"! It's full of adorable outfits, jewelry, home goods, bags and all the cute stuff women love!
Surrounding "Towns"
If you aren't sure what part of town to head to on your day out, head to Kilmarnock! It's the Go-To area for restaurants, shopping and overall excitement for the area. Walk through downtown and check out several retail shops as well as dining establishments. Shopping not your thing? Take a Trolley ride through town!
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Kilmarnock
If you aren't sure what part of town to head to on your day out, head to Kilmarnock! It's the Go-To area for restaurants, shopping and overall excitement for the area. Walk through downtown and check out several retail shops as well as dining establishments. Shopping not your thing? Take a Trolley ride through town!
Located right outside of Kilmarnock, is the unique town of Irvington. They have several retail shops and dining options located there. Watch out for bicycles cruising through town from the Tides Inn.
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Irvington
Located right outside of Kilmarnock, is the unique town of Irvington. They have several retail shops and dining options located there. Watch out for bicycles cruising through town from the Tides Inn.
Fisherman's town, home of Omega Protein, a menhaden fishing factory. There is also a monumental "Stack" that you may want to check out. Stroll down main street to see the historic homes.
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Reedville
Fisherman's town, home of Omega Protein, a menhaden fishing factory. There is also a monumental "Stack" that you may want to check out. Stroll down main street to see the historic homes.