Where to Dine | Salem, VA (2024)

  1. 1501 South Colorado St. • (540)-389-0383

    We offer a great Mediterranean menu that you will love! Our gyros, falafel, and shawarma are customer favorites!

  2. 1304 W Main St. • (540) 387-1420 • Website

    Come in and experience our remarkable selection of delicious food with a family-oriented atmosphere, friendly staff, award winning margaritas & unforgettable SALSA BAR, unique to our restaurant!

  3. 120 E Main St. • (540) 389-4647 • Website

    With an impressive menu of mouth-watering wings, appetizers, soups, salads, burgers, sandwiches, wraps, pizza, ribs, seafood, desserts and more, Allsports Cafe is anything but your typical sports bar. Stop by and enjoy award-winning food, a friendly staff and of course, the big game on one of the many high-definition TVs. No matter what happens on the field, you'll go home feeling like a winner every time!

  4. 504 E. 4th St. • (540) 580-7707 • Website

    Pizza, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine.

  5. 101 Wildwood Rd. • (540) 947-8646 • Website

    Angelle’s is a full-service restaurant with a variety of delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner items. With over 30 years as a company, Angelle’s is a new location apart from Angelle’s Diner. We offer indoor and outdoor seating to accommodate over 150 guests, and a full-service bar, complete with two fireplaces to make you feel at home while you dine with us.

  6. 1806 W Main St. • (540) 389-2784 • Website

    Full-service chain bar & grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting.

  7. 2101 W Main St. • (540) 375-6608 • Website

    Arby's sandwich shops are known for slow roasted roast beef, turkey, and premium Angus beef sandwiches, sliced fresh every day.

  8. 131 E Main St. • (540) 387-1004 • Website

    Don't let the name fool you; Awful Arthur's has been serving up some of Southwest Virginia's finest seafood since 1994. Boasting an abundant supply of fresh fish and Virginia's most extensive raw bar, there's no better place to enjoy the big game, local music, and live entertainment. With food so good, you'll forget the mountains and think you're dining by the sea. Catch the Awful wave today! Hours of Operation: Open 11:00am - 2:00am seven days a week.

  9. 1590 W Main St. • (276) 745-8161 • Website

    A Southeastern regional chain of fast food restaurants based in Charlotte, North Carolina, specializing in spicy, "Cajun" fried chicken and buttermilk biscuits.

  10. Exit 141 Location – 114 Sheraton Dr. • (540) 562-2578 • Website
    Main Street Location – 815 W Main St. • (540) 387-0617 • Website

    Founded in 1954, BURGER KING® is the second largest fast food hamburger chain in the world. The original HOME OF THE WHOPPER®, our commitment to premium ingredients, signature recipes, and family-friendly dining experiences is what has defined our brand for more than 50 successful years.

  11. 206 Apperson Dr. • (540) 444-7364 • Website

    Delicious food that is lovingly prepared. We are reasonable priced and also offer homemade soups.

  12. 9 S College Ave. • (540) 999-1229 • Website

    Champloo Dessert is the Valley’s newest and fastest-growing dessert shop. At Champloo we serve the Roanoke Valley community unique handcrafted rolled ice cream, delicious bubble tea and a wide variety of desserts from all around the world. Our products are available in diary free, sugar free, vegan and other diet-restricted options.

  13. 1353 W Main St. • (540) 387-2095 • Website

    Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches, strips & nuggets along with salads & sides.

  14. 167 Electric Road • (540) 444-5830

    Quick and fresh Chinese food located on Electric Road in Salem, VA. Takeout is available from 11:00 AM until close and always has deals running on the menu.

  15. 1310 W Main St. • (540) 389-8618 • Website

    China Wok offers delicious dining, carryout and delivery to Salem. We are a cornerstone in the Salem community and have been recognized for our outstanding Chinese cuisine, excellent service and friendly staff. Our Chinese restaurant is known for its modern interpretation of classic dishes and its insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients.

  16. 315 8th St. • (540) 387-9585 • Website

    Come enjoy our fabulous mom and pop restaurant with great service and food!

  17. 1122 W Main St. • (540) 380-8230 • Website

    Our local Salem VA Chipotle Mexican Grill is cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically-cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients without added colors, flavors or other additives.

  18. 18 East Main Street • (540) 404-0300 • Website

    Gluten free, peanut free, and tree-nut free baked goods and sweets in a 100% guaranteed safe kitchen. If Corbin can have it, so can you! Nothing in Corbin's Confections contains gluten, peanuts, or tree-nuts. Nothing in Corbin's Confections contains products that are "made in a facility that processes" or are "made on the same equipment as" gluten, peanuts, or tree-nuts. Nothing in Corbin's Confections "may contain" gluten, peanuts, or tree-nuts.

  19. 14 Wildwood Rd. • (540) 389-1366 • Website

    Dairy Queen, often abbreviated DQ, is a chain of soft serve ice cream and fast food restaurants.

  20. 2381 Roanoke Blvd • (540) 345-1774 • Website

    DAV Lounge is here to help our Disabled veterans. Our restaurant offers a nice relaxing place that veterans can sit back, relax, share friendship, eat and play pool. We serve lunch, dinner, coffee and drinks.

  21. 2039 W Main St. • (540) 389-5074 • Website

    For more than 65 years, Denny’s has been bringing people together over great food. It’s the place where people can relax and be themselves while enjoying classic American comfort food and everyday value. Whether it's appetizers, breakfast, lunch or dinner, we pride ourselves in serving our guests the diner food they love including favorites like Moons Over My Hammy, Sizzlin’ Skillets, hand-dipped Milk Shakes, 100% Beef Burgers and the world-famous Build Your Own Grand Slam.

  22. 1511 Eddy St. • (540) 404-4227 • Website

    In the long tradition of neighborhood stores, the Dilly Dally is a family-run business. Our building is a historic 1910 property that has served as a community hub for years. We want to continue that tradition by extending hospitality to all who come through our door. It's important to all of us that you have a wonderful visit and leave ready to Spread Some Sunshine!

  23. 501 W 4th St • (540) 387-3030 • Website

    Domino’s Pizza offers customers a full menu to choose from, including four types of pizza crust (Hand Tossed, Handmade Pan, Thin Crust and Brooklyn Style), Domino’s American Legends, BreadBowl Pasta, Oven Baked Sandwiches, Stuffed Cheesy Bread, Breadsticks, Chicken Wings, Boneless Chicken, Chocolate Lava Crunch Cakes, CinnaStix and Coca-Cola products.

  24. 1803 W. Main St • (540) 375-2868 • Website

    Dunkin' Donuts is America's favorite every day, all-day stop for coffee and baked goods.

  25. 8 W. Main Street • (540) 404-4304 • Website

    We're an eclectic tequila bar serving simple, fresh tacos. Walk into our beautifully restored building and enjoy a unique dining experience with an open kitchen and friendly bar service. Our well-stocked bar boasts 85 tequilas available in short or long pours.

  26. 260 Wildwood Road • (540) 387-4045 • Website

    Our mission is simple: to serve you the best Mexican food and drink possible at a comfortable price. So come on by and relax, we are here to serve you, family and your friends.

  27. 30 W. Main Street • (540) 404-3531 • Website

    Elderberry's serves fresh smoothies and wraps in Roanoke, Virginia. A visit to Elderberry's is always a delight, and you can pick from the store’s many menu items of smoothies, wraps, soups, teas, and complementary products. Each Elderberry’s smoothie is created with fresh fruit. We also have wraps and soups made with tortillas, veggies, and high quality meats. You can also go naked with any wrap and create your own salad! Our soups are made fresh daily and will be a great compliment to your wrap or salad. We also cater if you’re looking to have a crowd pleasing menu at your next event.

  28. 1716 West Main St. • (540) 389-4502 • Website

    The recipient of six platinum awards in The Roanoker magazine's 2011 Readers' Choice Dining Awards, Famous Anthony's began with a single Tanglewood location in 1986. Today, this regional neighborhood favorite serves up its award-winning burgers, pasta, barbecue, salads, pancakes, and more from seven different locations around the valley. Stop in and enjoy the family-friendly atmosphere, courteous service, and a delicious meal today!

  29. 1421 W Main St. • (540) 375-9125 • Website

    Counter-serve sandwich chain offering made-to-order hot & cold subs, plus a variety of hot sauces.

  30. 14 East Main St. • (540) 375-6665 • Website

    Italian Restaurant, Pizza, Best delivery service in Salem.

  31. 300 E Main St. • (540) 302-3020 • Website

    Premier Steakhouse located in the heart of Downtown Salem! All of our steaks are Certified Angus Beef broiled with intense heat, seasoned with kosher salt, cracked pepper, and finished with clarified butter. A variety of seafood appetizers and entrees, family style sides, and our signature pineapple martini. Large bar and lounge area, main dining room, and 2 private event spaces.

  32. 311 W Main St. • (540) 404-3867 • Website

    Gina's offers Southern comfort food classics with a menu featuring favorites like fried chicken, catfish, whiting and pork chops. Pot roast, spaghetti, collard greens and macaroni and cheese are also offered!

  33. 311 7th St. • (540) 375-2778 • Website

    Gusto Pizza is a full-service local family-owned pizzeria that offers affordable and quality food. Upon the community's demand, we opened Gusto to create a synergy between authentic Italian recipes and the American food style.

  34. 419 Location – 1255 Electric Rd. • (540) 389-6459 • hardees.com
    E. Main St Location – 1557 E Main St • (540) 986-3006 • hardees.com
    W. Main St Location – 2038 W Main St. • (540) 387-0342 • hardees.com

    Signature menu items include the 1/3 lb. Original Thickburger burger, Biscuit ‘N’ Gravy, Charbroiled Chicken Club sandwich, low-carb selections and Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Shakes & Malts.

  35. 141 Electric Road • (540) 986-1988 • Website

    If you’re craving Japanese, be sure to come to Hibachi Express where we have a variety of items on the menu including sushi and hibachi. Hibachi Express offers quick service so if you are on the run, this is a great place to stop.

  36. 1650 Braeburn Dr. • (540) 387-9061 • Website

    One of the best-kept secrets in the Roanoke Valley, Jersey Lily’s offers a comfortable atmosphere, courteous service and great food at a great price.

  37. 1479 W Main St. • (540) 387-3600 • Website

    Counter-serve chain specializing in sub & club sandwiches, plus signature potato chips - Specializing in delivery.

  38. 7 N. Broad Street • (540) 387-4444 • Website

    Generous portions – made fresh, specifically for you! As always… Salem’s Real Deal! We offer dine-in, takeout, delivery and catering. And check out our “Box Lunch” deal from the Catering Menu. Ask about after hours delivery with a 10-order minimum.

  39. 1800 W Main St. • (540) 375-9188 • Website

    Hand breaded, freshly prepared and Finger Lickin’ Good! Our chicken isn't made the fast way or the easy way. Our famous recipes include Original Recipe, Extra Crispy, Kentucky Grilled Chicken and Crispy Strips with home-style sides, Hot Wings, and freshly made chicken sandwiches including the Double Down and the Doublicious.

  40. 1485 W Main St. • (540) 375-3772 • Website

    Little Caesars Pizza has been proudly serving delicious products for over 50 years. We use the finest ingredients. Our dough is made fresh each day, and we use 100 percent mozzarella and Muenster cheese. Our world famous pizza sauce contains a secret blend of spices that our customers love.

  41. 1446 Apperson Dr. • (540) 389-5088 • Website

    We're the world's most popular quick-service seafood chain with more than 1,200 restaurants worldwide. We have a rich history of serving real meals featuring batter-dipped fish, chicken and shrimp, and our famous hushpuppies. You now have a choice of a variety of great sides. We are also proud to introduce our new Non-fried menu, featuring Cod and Shrimp with a choice of amazing sauces.

  42. 1 W. Main Street • (540) 404-0057 • Website

    Ice Cream Shop in on Main Street of Salem, VA. Specializes in sweet treats such as gelato, tiramisu, macarons, panna cotta, creme brûlée, cupcakes, cookies and other pastries. It also offers a variety of specialty teas and coffees.

  43. 1713 Riverview Drive • (540) 387-2885 • Website

    Welcome to the Lydia's Italian Kitchen located in Salem at the corner of route 419 and Apperson Drive. We serve authentic Italian brick oven pizza and other homemade specialties. Our open kitchen allows customers to view the chefs hand-tossing pizzas and cooking them to perfection in our unique wood fired brick oven. We offer not only an intimate inside dining room, but also a one-of-a-kind outside dining area. The outside deck is open during the warm weather and heated and enclosed with a clear view to ensure a comfortable year-round dining experience.

  44. 316 East Main St. • (540)-389-5999 • Website

    Voted the platinum award winner for "Best Salem Restaurant" since 1998 in The Roanoker magazine's Readers' Choice Dining Awards. Mac and Bob's Restaurant offers casual family dining with a full menu, including sandwiches, pizzas, calzones, entrees, breakfast, and Sunday brunch. Come try the Sunday Brunch, which offers made-to-order omelets, sweet potato pancakes, and sausage gravy biscuits with seasoned flour from the Big Spring Mill in Elliston, VA. The restaurant features an outdoor courtyard and bar that seats more than 100 guests. You can sit by the fireplace to enjoy your meal or at either of the two bars to watch your favorite team on any of the 26 high-definition TVs.

  45. 211 E Main St. • (540) 387-2686 • Website

    Voted to eight awards - including platinum honors for "Best Sandwiches" and "Best Inexpensive Dates" - in The Roanoker Magazine's 2011 Readers' Choice Dining Awards, Macado's is a family-friendly favorite that provides a diverse selection of delicious offerings. Appetizers, sandwiches, fajitas, salads, entrees, desserts and more are all available at affordable prices. A perfect choice for lunch, dinner, or just a drink and snack with friends.

  46. 2025-A West Main St. • (540) 389-2848 • Website

    If you find it in Italy, you'll find it at Mamma Maria's Ristorante Italiano. An award-winning valley favorite, Mamma's has been serving up some of Southwest Virginia's finest Italian cuisine for more than 13 years. From traditional offerings like pizza, lasagna, and ravioli, to specialties like Veal Saltimbocca and Eggplant Sorrentino, everything is house-made using only the finest fresh and imported ingredients. Taste the best of Italy today!

  47. 151 Electric Road • (540) 444-9994 • Website

    Mamma's Pizza offers pizza by the slice, wings, strombolis, calzones, sandwiches, salads, and pasta. Come in with your family and enjoy an amazing home cooked meal with our family.

  48. Apperson Drive Location – 2072 Apperson Dr. • (540) 774-6295 • mcdonalds.com
    Lakeside Location – 101 Electric Rd. • (540) 986-2015 • mcdonalds.com
    Main Street Location – 1203 W Main St. • (540) 387-3756 • mcdonalds.com

    As the leading food-service provider in the United States, we serve a variety of wholesome options to more than 26 million customers every day. We are proud of our quality ingredients and famous items like World Famous Fries, the Big Mac, the Quarter Pounder, Chicken McNuggets, the Egg McMuffin and a range of delicious gourmet McCafé coffees and beverages.

  49. 17 E Main St. • (540)-389-7549 • Website

    Mill Mountain Coffee and Tea boasts freshly roasted Arabica coffees and the finest loose-leaf teas, complimented by freshly baked pastries and a wide variety of breakfast and lunch items.

  50. 903 W Main St. • (540) 987-6637 • Website

    Enjoy burritos, quesadillas, tacos & more made from 20+ fresh ingredients. Kid's, vegetarian, low-cal & catering options are available. And chips & salsa are free with every meal.

  51. 1856 W. Main St. • (540) 537-6904 • Website

    Family owned food truck that specializes in gourmet burgers, hand cut sandwiches and subs.

  52. 21 E Main St. • (540) 404-4399 • Website

    We have one goal in mind – to make thoughtfully crafted beer worth sharing and enjoying with others. So, we are proud to say that at Olde Salem Brewing Co., every beer achieves that elusive, craft-defining balance of full-flavored, yet innovative taste – even our simplest selections.

  53. 100 E 4th St. • (540) 444-0044 • Website

    Come and enjoy a taste of the French Country Side! We offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner all made from scratch. After your meal, check out our beautifully hand crafted cakes and pastries.

  54. 1840 Apperson Drive • (540) 389-6549 • Website

    The Pancake House offers a great breakfast with a friendly neighborhood atmosphere. Feel like you are eating at home, only the coffee is better.

  55. 221 W 4th St. • (540) 387-1122 • Website

    Take-out/delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, wings & breadsticks, plus desserts.

  56. 1951 Electric Rd. • (540) 404-0024

    Family restaurant friendly staff, pizzas, pasta, subs, salads.

  57. 739 Kesler Mill Rd. • (540) 314-8234 • Website

    Distinctive Beers, Crafted with Care in the Heart of the Blue Ridge. This laid-back brewery offers craft beers by the pint or growler, plus food trucks & live music.

  58. 928 S. Colorado Street • (540) 404-9215 • Website

    A local bar with hip entertainment, friendly staff, and a rocking atmosphere. A great place to grab a sandwich, a beer and watch live music.

  59. 1263 West Riverside Drive • (540) 389-5044 • Website

    River Rock Restaurant is a local restaurant owned and operated by David and Penny Price since 1982. We received the Best Burger in The Roanoker in 2013 and offer a variety of other delicious dishes.

  60. 404 West Main St. • (540) 389-2373 • Website

    Old fashion ice cream parlor with friendly staff and a great variety of delicious Hershey's ice cream flavors, sundaes, and shakes. Great place for families!

  61. 1214 W Main St. • (540) 389-3649 • Website

    Welcome to the Sam's Hot Dog Stand! Have a look around and stop on in for a bite to eat. Our food is made to order, fresh and hot, just the way you want it.

  62. 1968 W Main St. • (540) 300-2842 • Website

    Here at SONIC Drive-in located at 1968 West Main Street in Salem, our priority isn't just great service, it's great experiences. Whether you're coming for a Cherry Limeade on your lunch break or picking up Shakes with your team after a big win, we're ready for you. That's why our drive-in makes your burgers with 100% pure beef patties, prepares hand-dipped onion rings, and serves ice cream made with fresh milk and cream.

  63. Lakeside Location – 129 S Electric Rd. • (540) 986-1606 • starbucks.com
    Main Street Location – 1499 W Main St. • (540) 389-3692 • starbucks.com

    Starbucks locations serve hot and cold drinks, whole-bean coffee, microground instant coffee known as VIA, espresso, caffe latte, full-leaf teas, Evolution Fresh juices, Frappuccino beverages, pastries, and snacks; some offerings are seasonal or specific to the locality of the store.

  64. Lakeside Location – 149 Electric Rd. • (540) 986-7827 • subway.com
    Ridgewood Farm Location – 1923 Electric Rd. • (540) 389-0207 • subway.com
    Main Street Location – 1502 W Main St. • (540) 389-3648 • subway.com

    Founded in 1965, SUBWAY restaurants is the world's largest restaurant chain, with over 41,000 locations in more than100 countries, offering a wide array of better-for-you sandwiches and salads.

  65. 1923-G Electric Road • (540) 387-9869 • Website

    Szechuan Restaurant is elegant Chinese dining featuring an extensive selection of the most popular dishes prepared using only the finest and freshest ingredients. Voted "Best Chinese Restaurant" by readers of The Roanoker since 1991.

  66. 1732 W Main St. • (540) 389-7515 • Website

    From classics such as the Burrito Supreme and Crunchy Taco to newer innovations like the Crunchwrap Supreme and Doritos Locos Tacos, Taco Bell has created bold, flavorful food for more than 50 years.

  67. 1224 W Main St • (540) 404-4126

    Serving delicious smoothies, wraps, sandwiches, flatbreads & salads across the United States.

  68. 1961 W. Main Street • (540) 204-3803 • Website

    Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.

  69. Apperson Drive Location – 2103 Apperson Dr. • (540) 444-0338 • wendys.com
    Main Street Location – 1607 W Main St. • (540) 387-1991 • wendys.com

    Wendy's is the real choice in fast food. We deliver quality fresh food with real ingredients that provide the best tasting fast food.

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