Winchester is a lovely historic town located about 60 miles west of Fairfax County in the Shenandoah Mountains.
Winchester is home to a number of excellent restaurants serving Italian, Thai, Mexican, French, wood-fired pizzas, southern comfort food, and much more!
No matter what your taste, you will definitely be able to find a great meal in town!
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Below are my top recommendations for the best restaurants in Winchester, VA.
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Violino Ristorante Italiano
Location
181 N Loudoun St, Winchester, VA 22601
Hours
Lunch:
- Tuesday to Friday: 11:30 am – 2:00 pm
- Saturday: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Dinner:
- Tuesday to Saturday: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Description
Violino Ristorante Italiano is a fabulous Italian restaurant in Winchester. They serve lunch and dinner.
They specialize in classic Italian dishes prepared in a rich and flavorful fashion. They’re also one of the best seafood destinations in town.
Some of their pasta dishes include homemade Tagliatelle; Ravioli filled with swiss chard and fresh goat ricotta topped with a walnut sauce; and Gnocchi with pesto, tomato, Bolognese, wild mushroom, or Gorgonzola sauce.
Their meat dishes include Grilled Angus Beef Ribeye served with roasted potatoes and Gorgonzola and Veal sauteed with wild mushrooms and marsala wine served with roasted potatoes.
Some of their excellent seafood dishes include Broiled Salmon and Scallops served with a light basil sauce over steamed, sliced potatoes.
Specialty dishes include Ossobuco; Lobster Ravioli in a lemon, parmesan cream sauce crowned with a whole cold water lobster tail; and Saltimbocca Con Porcini (Veal scaloppine with prosciutto di Parma, sage, and imported porcini mushrooms served on a bed of homemade fettuccine.)
You can find a full menu online.
The Butcher Station
Location
3107 Valley Ave #106, Winchester, VA 22601
Hours
- Tuesday to Thursday: 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
- Friday and Saturday: 11:30 am – 3:00 pm (lunch), 4:30pm – 8:30 pm (dinner)
Description
The Butcher Station is one of the best places in town to find meals that focus on locally-sourced ingredients from regional farms.
They’re more than just a restaurant. You can also purchase locally sourced beef, pork, dairy, and eggs.
On the menu, you can find Shrimp, Oysters on the Half Shell, Chicken with Truffles, Steaks, and Burgers.
The Butcher Station also has an extensive wine list to go with their meat dishes, including many local Virginia wines.
You can find a full menu online.
Union Jack Pub and Restaurant
Location
101 N Loudoun St, Winchester, VA 22601
Hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday to Thursday: 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
- Friday and Saturday: 11:00 am – 12:00 am
- Sunday: 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Description
As the name suggests, Union Jack Pub and Restaurant is your spot for English-inspired pub fare in Winchester, VA. The pub is located in the 1878 restored Union Bank Building in Old Town Winchester.
Befitting an English pub, you will definitely want to check out the Fish & Chips!
Their menu items include other English dishes like Yorkshire Pudding, as well as pub food like Braided Pretzels, Jumbo Wings, Salads, Soups, Burgers, and Sandwiches.
You can find a full menu online.
Union Jack Pub also has 40 beers on tap and Happy Hour on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm, on Thursday from 11:00 am to 9:00 pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Café del Sol
Location
50 Featherbed Ln, Winchester, VA 22601
Hours
- Monday to Thursday: 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Friday and Saturday: 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
- Sunday: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
Description
Café del Sol brings the west coast to the east coast! They’re another top spot for great food in Winchester.
They serve up California-style Gourmet Pizza, plus Sandwiches, Salads, Quesadillas, Wraps, Tacos, Rice Bowls, and much more.
They serve delicious, colorful salads like Ahi Tuna Salad (with watermelon radish, cucumber, avocado, edamame, five spiced almonds, rare seared yellowfin tuna, sesame mango salsa, carrot miso ginger vinaigrette) and Fuji Apple Salad (with grapes, fuji apples, grilled chicken, gorgonzola, candied walnuts, and blueberry pomegranate vinaigrette.)
Café del Sol serves up some of the best pizzas in town, including the Chipotle (with chipotle pesto, mozzarella, Monterey cheddar, chicken, bell peppers, avocado, sour cream, pico de gallo); the Adobo BBQ (with chicken or carnitas, mozzarella, sweet & spicy adobo bbq sauce, smoked gouda, red onions, and cilantro); and the Shrimp Tostado (with mozzarella, black beans, Monterey cheddar, shrimp, chorizo, pico de gallo, and jalapeno ranch).
Café del Sol also serves creative and colorful cocktails like the Spicy Orange Margarita, Watermelon Margarita, Agave Cucumber Martini, and the decadent Chocolate Éclair Martini.
You can find a full menu online.
You can also find Café del Sol locations in Pennsylvania, Maryland, and West Virginia.
Piccadilly’s Public House & Restaurant
Location
125 E Piccadilly St, Winchester, VA 22601
Hours
- Sunday and Monday: Closed
- Tuesday to Thursday: 11:30 am – 10:00 pm
- Friday and Saturday: 11:30 am – 1:00 am
Description
Piccadilly’s Public House & Restaurant is a popular dining spot in a historic Winchester warehouse.
They serve up tasty apps, sandwiches, salads, burgers, and entrees.
Some of their dishes include Jalapeño Poppers, Zucchini Fries, Crab Cake Sandwich, Pulled Pork Sandwich, Georgia Fried Chicken, Maryland Crab Cakes, and Shrimp Scampi.
For dessert, you’ll want to treat yourself to the Fried Brownie Sundae!
You can find a full menu online.
Picadilly’s also hosts live music every Friday and Saturday evening from 7:30 – 10:30 pm.
You can find an upcoming schedule of events online.
Picadilly’s is also a great place for special occasions. They have several event spaces, including the largest outdoor dining space in Winchester!
The Winchester Room holds up to 152 guests and is perfect for wedding receptions and other large parties. The Loft Dining Room is great for smaller parties of up to 64 guests. The Swimly Bar is a Piano Bar and Dining Room for birthdays, bridal showers, and more.
You can find more information online.
SabaiThaiWinchester
Location
24 S Loudoun St, Winchester, VA 22601
Hours
Open Daily: 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Description
If you’re in the mood for Thai, you will want to check out the authentic Thai cuisine at SabaiThaiWinchester.
They specialize in fresh ingredients and Thai dishes made from scratch. Their traditional fare includes Wasabi Dumplings, Lemon Grass Soup, Thai Papaya Salad, Penang Curry Chicken, and Pad Thai. They also feature plenty of vegan options.
Make sure to check out the Sticky Rice with Mango for dessert, which is one of my favorite Thai dishes!
You can also find a wide selection of wines, beers, and specialty cocktails, such as Chocolate Martini, Key Lime Pie Martini, and Pineapple Martini.
You can find a full menu online.
Roma Old Town Wood-Fired Pizzeria
Location
21 N Loudoun St, Winchester, VA 22601
Hours
- Monday to Wednesday: 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
- Thursday: 11:00 am – 12:00 am
- Friday and Saturday: 11:00 am – 2:00 am
- Sunday: 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Description
Roma Old Town Wood-Fired Pizzeria is a favorite place for fabulous pizza. They’re conveniently located on the historic walking mall in Winchester.
Some of their delicious pizzas include Neapolitan, Greek Pizza, and Sausage Rustica, as well as specialty pizzas like Maryland Crab Pie and Brussels Sprout.
Beyond, pizzas, they feature delicious appetizers like Fried Calamari and Bada Bing Shrimp; Soups and Salads; Philly Cheesesteaks; and Classic Gyros.
You can find a full menu online.
As a bonus, you can also find great craft beers at Alesation Brewing Company!
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50/50 Taphouse
Location
29 W Cork St, Winchester, VA 22601
Hours
- Monday to Wednesday: 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- Thursday: 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
- Friday to Saturday: 11:30 am – 11:00 pm
- Sunday: 11:30 am – 10:00 pm
Description
50/50 Taphouse is a top Winchester brewery that features bold beers such as the Brooklyn Stonewall Inn IPA, the 21st Amendment Brew Free or Die, Abita Purple Haze with berries, and even Ardent Key Lime Gose with key lime purée and shredded coconut. The brewery features an incredibly long list of great beers.
They also offer food items such as tater tot nachos, jalapeño poppers, and burgers. In fact, the brewery is based on the premise that beer and beer and burgers make the best combinations. In fact, they offer 50 brews and 50 burgers to choose from!
You can find a full menu online.
The 50/50 Brewery also has shuffleboard and a pool table for even more reasons to check them out for a great night out.
Antica Trattoria
Location
25 S Indian Alley, Winchester, VA 22601
Hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday-Saturday: 11:30 am – 2:30 pm, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
- Sunday: 11:30 am – 8:00 pm
Description
Antica Trattoria serves up more fantastic food in Winchester. The Italian restaurant is open for both lunch and dinner.
They specialize in authentic Italian cuisine like Caprese, Bruschetta, Caesar Salad, Lobster Ravioli, Funghi Risotto, Linguine Scampi, Gnocchi “Sorrentina”, Veal Scaloppine “Al Limone”, and Zuppa di Pesce.
You can find a full menu online.
La Nicoise Cafe
Location
12 S Braddock St, Winchester, VA 22601
Hours
- Sunday and Monday: Closed
- Tuesday to Saturday: 11:30 am – 2:00 pm (lunch), 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (dinner)
Description
La Nicoise Cafe is your destination for French cuisine in Winchester.
The cafe has won rave reviews for its authentic French cuisine. They’re also an excellent destination for special occasions, like anniversaries and Valentine’s Day.
Their menu includes classic dishes like French Onion Soup, Les Escargots Bourguignons, Grilled Swordfish “Beurre Blanc”, Chicken Crêpe with a Marsala sauce; and Linguini au Boeuf.
La Niçoise Cafe also mixes things up with more Italian and Mediterranean dishes like Penne a la Primavera, Crab and Shrimp Ravioli, and Jumbo Shrimp “Espagnolle” Style. They definitely offer something for every appetite!
Their lunch menu features more sandwiches such as Grilled Chicken Breast with Pesto Mayo and Feta; Warm Ham and Brie Croissant; Quiche du Jour; and of course, Croque Monsieur!
You can find a full menu online.
Water Street Kitchen
Location
2 S Loudoun St, Winchester, VA 22601
Hours
- Monday to Thursday: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Friday: 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Sunday: 10:00 am – 2:30 pm
Description
Water Street Kitchen is another top restaurant in Winchester that features classic American cuisine and down-home comfort food.
Some of their mouth-watering dishes include Sweet Corn Hush Puppies (a personal favorite of mine!), Chef Dan’s Famous Fried Green Tomatoes, and Butternut Squash Bisque – and those are just the appetizers!
Their heartier entrees feature a Three Cheese Quiche, All Day Breakfast, Chicken & Waffles, Broiled Atlantic Salmon, Chesapeake Catfish, and Slow Braised Pot Roast.
They have a vast selection of specialty cocktails and mimosas too.
You can find a full menu online.
Cork Street Tavern
Location
8 W Cork St, Winchester, VA 22601
Hours
Open Daily: 11:00 am – 12:00 am
Description
Cork Street Tavern is a local favorite for good food in Winchester.
Some of their dishes include Spiced Shrimp, Mozzarella Stix, Kickin’ Crab Dip, Soups, Salads, Sandwiches, and Burgers.
Entrees include Drunken Salmon (marinated in sweet honey bourbon sauce), Southern Fried Catfish, Baby Back Ribs, Country-Fried Pork Chop, and even pasta dishes like Shrimp Scampi, Stuffed Chicken Marsala, and Sunburned Chicken Pasta.
You can find a full food menu online.
Cork Street Tavern is naturally a great place for draft beers. They feature a large selection of Belgian Ales, Ciders, IPAs, Kolsch, Lager, Pilsner, Stout, and just about anything else you can imagine!
You can find a full beer list online.
Bonnie Blue Southern Market & Bakery
Location
334 W Boscawen St, Winchester, VA 22601
Hours
- Monday to Thursday: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Friday: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Saturday and Sunday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Description
Bonnie Blue Southern Market & Bakery is the place to be for southern comfort food in Winchester!
They serve delicious food for breakfast, Sunday Brunch, lunch, and dinner. They also provide catering services for parties and special occasions.
For breakfast, you can get Amazing Biscuits & Gravy, Bonnie’s French Toast, Kerrville Smoked Beef Brisket & Eggs, Old Dominion Veggie Omelette, Bonnie’s Chicken & Waffles, and much more.
Brunch includes dishes like Low Country Shrimp & Grits, Bonnie’s Crab Cake & Two Farm Eggs, and Carolina Breakfast Cuban.
Lunch dishes include Sweet Corn Hushpuppies, Loaded Potato Skins, Hot Seared Ribeye Of Shenandoah Valley Beef, Spicy Shrimp & Tomato Bake, and Bonnie’s Incredible Fried Chicken with Creamy Mac and Cheese.
The full menu also includes Crispy Fried Catfish, Lump Crab Cake Platter, and Delta Po’Boy.
You can find the full menu online.
You will also definitely want to make sure you check out their bakery, which makes handmade biscuits, cornbread, and Pullman bread, as well as custom cakes, pastries, croissants, shortbread bars, sticky buns, cookies, and muffins.
Taqueria Guadalajara
Location
1181 Front Royal Pike, Winchester, VA 22602
Hours
- Monday to Thursday: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Friday to Sunday: 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Description
Taqueria Guadalajara is another great restaurant in town. They are an award-winning Mexican restaurant that focuses on traditional Mexican dishes with a modern twist.
You will definitely want to try the homemade tortillas and fresh margaritas! You can choose between a classic margarita, or specialty margaritas like Hibiscus, blackberry, Mango, Papaya, Watermelon, Spicy Jalapeño, and much more.
They also have a huge selection of excellent tequilas.
Other classic selections include enchiladas, quesadillas, tacos, tamales, burritos, carnitas, and shrimp ceviche.
For dessert, it’s difficult to choose between their delicious selections, which include the classic Tres Leches Cake, Chocolate Tres Leches Cake, Churros, and Coconut Flan!
You can find the full menu online.
Eastern Chinese Restaurant
Location
2160 S Pleasant Valley Rd, Winchester, VA 22601
Hours
- Tuesday: Closed
- Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday: 11:00 am – 9:45 pm
- Friday and Saturday: 11:00 am – 10:15 pm
- Sunday: 12:00 pm – 9:45 pm
Description
Eastern Chinese Restaurant is a great destination for Chinese food in Winchester. They are open for lunch, dinner, and takeout.
Their extensive menu includes Chinese favorites like Wonton Soup, Egg Drop Soup, General Tso’s Chicken, Moo Goo Gai Pan, Sesame Chicken, Mu Shu Pork, and Pork or Chicken Pan Fried Noodles.
You can find their full menu online.
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