Visit Roanoke
Our favorite places to stay, eat, and play.
Where to Stay
Now Open: The Stone House at Black Dog Salvage (explore the 3-D Virtual Tour)
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Hotels
Courtyard Mariott — discount code 5BD ($107/night)
Hilton Garden Inn at South Peak — discount code: 3044272 ($119/night, shuttle service available)
Holiday Inn Tanglewood — ask for the ‘Black Dog Salvage’ discount ($95/night, pet-friendly, shuttle service available)
SpringHill Suites by Mariott — ask for the ‘Black Dog Salvage’ discount ($119/night, shuttle service available)
The Hotel Roanoke –shuttle service available to Black Dog
Bed and Breakfasts
Black Lantern Inn — ask about their Black Dog Salvage gift card
Rose Hill Bed & Breakfast — call and ask for “Black Dog Discount,” will vary depending on availability and season
Shirley’s Bed & Breakfast — ask for the “Black Dog Salvage Discount”
Campgrounds
Visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge —campground listings
Where to Eat
Favorite Spots
Ballast Point Brewing Company — Salvage Dawgs fans will recognize the iconic mast salvaged from the USS Zuni / USCGC Tamaroa from Season 8, episode 12. Note: 30-minute drive from Black Dog Salvage but well worth the views, food, and what’s on tap!
Bobby’s Hot & Cheesy — It’s a pizza parlor, not a concept. A laid-back, fun place to throw down on some hot, cheesy, amazing pizza.
Bread Craft Bakery — their mantra is “Without Bread, All is Misery” – enough said.
Community Inn — their homepage says it all! Look for the Black Dog Burger, our crew’s favorite!
The Green Goat — located on the Greenway – walk, bike, or drive from Black Dog
Jack Brown’s Beer and Burger Joint — Salvage Dawg fans will recognize their beer tap from Season 1, episode 13
POP’s Icecream and Soda Bar — don’t miss the grilled cheese sandwiches, daily soup specials, and gluten-free desserts
Local Roots Restaurant — farm-to-table, located in Historic Grandin Village, with outdoor seating
The River and Rail Restaurant — farm-to-table, located in South Roanoke, with an outdoor patio
Scratch Biscuit Company — located in Historic Grandin Village, eat-in or pickup curbside
Tacos Rojas — located across the street, don’t let appearances fool you!
The Village Grill — located across the street from the fire station & Tarpley Park – outdoor patio, bocce court, try the Black Dog Burger!
Wasena City Tap Room & Grill — located on the Greenway – walk, bike, or drive from Black Dog
Wildflour Market & Bakery — located in Historic Old Southwest – with outdoor seating, save room for dessert
Historic City Market Building — located in the heart of downtown, many restaurants under one roof
Historic Grandin Village — locally owned restaurants in a charming 1920s neighborhood village, just down the street
Eat Local
Happy Belly Deli — Historic Grandin Village, located inside Roanoke Natural Foods Co-op
Fortunado — Salvage Dawgs fans will recognize “The Van Room”
Local Roots Restaurant — Historic Grandin Village
Lucky Restaurant — tucked away in downtown Roanoke – if you like bourbon, get The Cube!
The River and Rail Restaurant — South Roanoke
The Blue Apron Restaurant and Red Rooster Bar — located in nearby Salem, VA
Iconic Roanoke Restaurants
Texas Tavern — Salvage Dawgs fans will recognize the ‘TT’ from Season 6, episode 10. *Ask for Grayson’s favorite, “The Salvage Dawg”
The Roanoker — don’t miss their award-winning biscuits featured in Southern Living’s “Off the Beaten Path” and on The Today Show!
Best Views in the City
Carlos Brazilian International Cuisine — great food too!
Center in the Square Rooftop Pavilion — Atrium, aquariums, and 6th/7th floor Green Rooftop – no charge
What to Do
Explore the Roanoke River Greenway — click here for a map and list of attractions
Stroll Historic Grandin Village
Catch a movie at The Grandin Theatre
Roanoke Mountain Adventures — full-service outfitter offering guided and self-guided adventures
Tour Roanoke: Food, Wine, and Craft Beer Tours
Underdog Bikes — bike rentals (including adult trikes!) and service
For maps and expert advice, visit the Roanoke Valley Information Center — located across from the Hotel Roanoke, open daily
Take the train! Amtrak now stops in Roanoke.