PLACES TO EAT
Bar Francis
Newly opened in the Sperryville Corner Store complex, Bar Francis features locally inspired craft (and classic) cocktails, wine and beer along with small bites. Open 5 to 10 Tuesday-Friday, noon to 10 Saturday, noon to 9 Sunday at 3710 Sperryville Pike, Sperryville. Call 540-987-9533 or email colleen@bar-francis.com.
Before & After
On historic Main Street in Sperryville, Before & After offers local residents and visitors a place to meet and enjoy locally sourced, internationally inspired and seasonally prepared food and beverages. Offering dark roast espresso, seasonal-coffee creations, gourmet teas, daily-baked items, paninis and salads. The During Market offers grab-and-go food items for hiking, biking and other outdoor adventures, a growing selection of local Virginia wines, locally produced foods, Sperryville clothing and free wifi. Catering services and special-event space available. Open daily at 31 Main St., Sperryville; check hours and menu at beforeandaftersperryville.com or call 540-987-8392.
Burgers ’n Things
Best burgers, sandwiches, dinner plates and shakes in the county at Rappahannock’s only fast-food — but family-owned — joint. Barbecue and homemade coleslaw, great steak-and-cheese subs, burgers and shakes. Open 11 to 7 Sunday-Thursday, 11 to 8 Friday-Saturday at the corner of U.S. routes 211 and 522 in Sperryville. Call your order in for faster service at 540-987-8311.
Country Cafe
Visitors arriving in stretch limos eat at The Inn; people who live in Rappahannock eat just across the street at The Cafe. Breakfast, lunch and dinner and daily specials. Closed Sundays, open 8 to 8 otherwise (till 9 on Friday and Saturdays), at 389A Main St., Washington. Call 540675-1066.
Flint Hill Public House & Country Inn
No longer a walk-in establishment, the Public House has dining and lodging available for large parties and private events. Executive Chef Allan Brown, influenced by traditional southern cuisine, utilizes neighboring farms and own garden for fresh and premium ingredients. Email info@flinthillva.com or visit flinthillva.com
Foster Harris House
Offering memorable dinners for guests and non-guests alike in the dining room Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays (and some Sundays in the fall). Private dinners are available through the week. See the full Foster Harris House listing under Places to Stay.
Griffin Tavern
A place where folks socialize, tell stories, get to know their neighbors and eat tasty foods without emptying their wallets. Traditional pub food (fish and chips, shepherd's pie, bangers and mash) plus dishes Mom used to make — when she had the time and was feeling creative. Open 11:30 to 9 Monday-Thursday, till 10 Friday-Saturday (pub remains open till 11 for music), 10:30 to 9 Sunday (brunch served 10:30 to 3) at 659 Zachary Taylor Hwy., Flint Hill. Call 540-675-3227 or visit griffintavern.com.
Headmaster’s Pub
Beer, wine and food served;