Location: Salem
Top Restaurants in Salem
Top Things to do in Salem
Top 10 restaurants in Salem, United States
Salem is an independent city in the U.S. commonwealth of Virginia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 24,802. It is the county seat of Roanoke County, although the two are separate jurisdictions. The Bureau of Economic Analysis combines the city of Salem with Roanoke County for statistical purposes.
Things to do in Salem
1. Mill Mountain Coffee & Tea
Overall Ratings
4 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By Justin G
First, let me state that I will always be loyal to this store. Have had some great times and wonderful memories at this location. Plus, Gavin the manager is awesome! Today was very disappointing. Ordered a pot of English Breakfast tea for two; however, only enough in pot for one cup. My mother had to go back up to the counter for another cup. Plus, the tea was cold. Please make sure to check the mugs before giving them to customers; my mug had a lipstick ring around the edge and stained coffee in the bottom. Got a to go cup instead. With Starbucks just down the street; please revamp your service and your product. I am a strong supporter of local businesses and today Mill Mountain Coffee was below par. There is no excuse for hot beverages to be cold and for mugs to be dirty.
2. Blue Apron Restaurant and Red Rooster Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 350 reviews
This restaurant just opened in Salem, VA a month or two ago. It is wonderful!!! The best place to eat in this small town!
Reviewed By Lou B - East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
Enjoyed dinner here with fellow associates. Seated promptly at our reservation at 6PM. Nice selection of appetizers and entrees. Some of us shared the foie gras appetizer, while others shared the Tuesday night special appetizer of fried oysters. Both were excellent. Those that ordered the ahi tuna main were a little disappointed in the portion size, while those that ordered the other fish dishes were quite happy with the portion size. We all had liquid desserts (glasses of port). Room got crowded, but not noisy. Nice touches like chandeliers and lit candles. Service was very good.
3. Mama Maria's Italian Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 264 reviews
Reviewed By Gordon F
Reviews show our review from 2015. This visit in 2017 we can only repeat :great food..senior menu veal parmigiana was very good and more than wife and I could finish. Salad was fresh and crisp., Homemade bread was great with herbal oil dip. Prices were very reasonable especially for portions given. Service was excellent,food arrived in a timely fashion and was hot. Will be back again next year.
4. Starbucks
Overall Ratings
4 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By RoverTreks - Thailand
Recommended.
Starbucks is an expensive proposition. One reason fans visit is because they expect a uniform experience worldwide. That's what Starbucks delivers, to it's credit, and this place, we're happy to report, continues the standard. We stopped by for brunch and we're fortunate to take advantage of the post Christmas season sales.
It's worth a visit.
5. Champloo Desserts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Champloo Dessert specializes is handcrafted rolled ice cream, boba teas, fusion teas, coffees and other seasonal desserts. We take pride in the quality of our products and we put our customers first.
Reviewed By regiontravelreturns - Roanoke, Virginia
If there is such a thing as artisan ice cream, this is it. Beautifully prepared and presented ice creams, unusual for area. Flavors good but less strong than I expected. Interesting to watch the preparation process. Can be crowded and/or echo-y loud, so go for...MoreThank you regiontravelreturns for your detailed and helpful review! We hope to see you again soon!
6. Mac and Bob's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 440 reviews
Opened in 1980 as a 10 stool pub and has grown into a 330 seat restaurant with outdoor dining, indoor and outdoor bars. Famous for huge, great-tasting calzones. Wide range of menu items including steaks, salads, burgers, seafood, sandwiches, and pasta dishes. Offering 40 craft beers on tap, featuring local Virginia beers.
Reviewed By Hokiechip - Roanoke, VA
Stopped in around 9:30 on Tuesday night.
I ordered a burger and my wife ordered a BBQ sandwiches. Both the sandwiches were fine (although my burger was much more well done than medium well) but both of our fries were cold and inedible. After pointing that out to our waiter, we had to wait 7 minutes for another batch to be fried. To our waiter's credit, he IMMEDIATELY brought us the fresh fries the exact moment they were ready - so much so that they were too hot to eat.
The Manager On Duty did stop by twice to apologize and he comped our ice teas, but I would have much preferred to have good fries instead.
Our waiter was very attentive and friendly and he's the reason the review is a 3 instead of a 2. Candidly, I can't see stopping in again.
7. Dairy Queen
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By Salemtransplant1 - Salem, Virginia
I love Dairy Queen reminds me of my youth and of course while we used to have sundaes and dilly bars I had the Hawaiin Blizzard and it was delicious..........
8. Chick-fil-A
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By EC13091 - Ellicott City, Maryland
We don't review fast food places very often, but this Chick-fil-A location is consistently excellent. Service is great, even when the place is busy. Like every Chick-fil-A, serving us is the staff's "pleasure", but here they really mean it. Food is hot and ready quickly, and the restrooms cleaned.
9. Billy's Barn Restaurant & Lounge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 155 reviews
Established in 1969, Billy's Barn has long been a favorite of locals and travelers alike. We offer friendly service and delicious meals at an affordable price. Our philosophy is to welcome you to our restaurant with a genuine appreciation of your business. Come see old friends, or make new ones!
Reviewed By mseibel - Virginia Beach, Virginia
Good home style cooking with a local feel. We stopped in later in the evening and got a good meal after our six hour car ride.Thank you for your kind review. Safe travels.
10. Salem Ice Cream Parlor Incorporated
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By firebear1961 - Clayton, North Carolina
My wife and was ridding around once we arrived in town for her job. Once we saw this place we new we had to try it out. The service was great and the ice cream was good. You can tell that is a great place because of the line.
