Bri’s guidebook
Food scene
Walk to The By & By Grab a cup of coffee by day or a beer by night and enjoy the cozy vibes inside or the open-air Biergarten in the back! My favorite is a classic hot vanilla latte, but you might find your new favorite on their rotating specials list.
BONUS: sometimes they have events (like movies outside); check their website or social media for info
12 locals recommend
The By & By
140 E Beverley StWalk to The By & By Grab a cup of coffee by day or a beer by night and enjoy the cozy vibes inside or the open-air Biergarten in the back! My favorite is a classic hot vanilla latte, but you might find your new favorite on their rotating specials list.
BONUS: sometimes they have events (like movies outside); check their website or social media for info
This is one of my favorite spots, especially if I need to crank out some work! It's super cozy inside and they have tons of craft beer and wines. My go-to is whatever pilsner is on rotation.
BONUS: Their snacks and charcuteries are delicious. Munch on one while you people-watch from your chair in their storefront window
the green room
130 W Beverley StThis is one of my favorite spots, especially if I need to crank out some work! It's super cozy inside and they have tons of craft beer and wines. My go-to is whatever pilsner is on rotation.
BONUS: Their snacks and charcuteries are delicious. Munch on one while you people-watch from your chair in their storefront window
I'm a sucker for their crab dip, and on the off-chance it's not on the menu, their loaded waffle fries are to die for!
28 locals recommend
Byers St Bistro
18 Byers StI'm a sucker for their crab dip, and on the off-chance it's not on the menu, their loaded waffle fries are to die for!
I did some math a while back, and walking to/from The Split Banana from the Little House will burn roughly the same amount of calories as one scoop of gelato! Too cold for gelato? Their hot chocolate is deserving of a Michelin Star.
28 locals recommend
The Split Banana, Co.
7 W Beverley StI did some math a while back, and walking to/from The Split Banana from the Little House will burn roughly the same amount of calories as one scoop of gelato! Too cold for gelato? Their hot chocolate is deserving of a Michelin Star.
Grab a bite to eat and a frosty beer while you take in stunning mountain views
358 locals recommend
Blue Mountain Brewery
9519 Critzer Shop RdGrab a bite to eat and a frosty beer while you take in stunning mountain views
Barren Ridge is a local winery that often has music events, vineyard tours, and more!
30 locals recommend
Barren Ridge Vineyards
984 Barrenridge RdBarren Ridge is a local winery that often has music events, vineyard tours, and more!
Hands-down, this is our favorite dining experience in Staunton! Grab a reservation beforehand because this restaurant is a true foodie's delight and its limited seating is reflected in its name.
35 locals recommend
The Shack
105 S Coalter StHands-down, this is our favorite dining experience in Staunton! Grab a reservation beforehand because this restaurant is a true foodie's delight and its limited seating is reflected in its name.
Sightseeing
Gypsy Hill Park is a short walk from the Little House. Walk around the scenic park, enjoy two playgrounds, feed the ducks in the duck pond, catch a ride on the Gypsy Hill Express, or enjoy a night of music during the Summer Bandstand events.
Gypsy Hill Park station
Gypsy Hill Park is a short walk from the Little House. Walk around the scenic park, enjoy two playgrounds, feed the ducks in the duck pond, catch a ride on the Gypsy Hill Express, or enjoy a night of music during the Summer Bandstand events.
Visit the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library and Birthplace! Take a tour of the museum, home, and gardens or participate in one of the many programs they host
Woodrow Wilson Pres Library
Visit the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library and Birthplace! Take a tour of the museum, home, and gardens or participate in one of the many programs they host
City/town information
If you're interested in more historic towns like Staunton, head south on I81 and explore Lexington, home of the Virginia Military Institute, Washington & Lee, and the burial place of Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson
49 locals recommend
Lexington
If you're interested in more historic towns like Staunton, head south on I81 and explore Lexington, home of the Virginia Military Institute, Washington & Lee, and the burial place of Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson
Visit the charming city of Charlottesville, east of the mountains. Home to the University of Virginia and Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, it's a great spot for upscale food and dining or just general exploring!
135 locals recommend
Charlottesville
Visit the charming city of Charlottesville, east of the mountains. Home to the University of Virginia and Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, it's a great spot for upscale food and dining or just general exploring!
A college town just north of Staunton and home to James Madison University; great for shopping and dining!
63 locals recommend
Harrisonburg
A college town just north of Staunton and home to James Madison University; great for shopping and dining!
Entertainment
You're within walking distance to Blackfriars Playhouse - the world's only re-creation of Shakespeare's indoor theater!
92 locals recommend
American Shakespeare Center's Blackfriars Playhouse
10 S Market StYou're within walking distance to Blackfriars Playhouse - the world's only re-creation of Shakespeare's indoor theater!
Watch a movie in a small and intimate theater, or just grab some movie theater popcorn to snack on back at the Little House!
18 locals recommend
Visulite Cinema
12 N Augusta StWatch a movie in a small and intimate theater, or just grab some movie theater popcorn to snack on back at the Little House!