Gourmet Food at Virginia B&Bs

We all know that “bed and breakfast” is synonymous with good food, but did you know that the morning meal is not the only dining option at some of our member inns? Not only can you feast offsite at nearby restaurants, but a few of our B&Bs actually double as both a place of lodging and a gourmet eatery:

With a name like The Ashby Inn & Restaurant, you know that this Paris, VA  B&B is as much about their food as they are about their lodging. Indulge in such menu items as octopus Carpaccio, miso-glazed black cod, and pistachio & agave baklava. Whether you’re looking for breakfast, lunch, dinner, brunch, or a specific dietary restriction, The Ashby Inn and Restaurant is at your service.

[caption id="attachment_7598" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Ashby Inn and Restaurant[/caption] The Inn at Willow Grove’s Executive Chef Jason Daniels brings farm-to-table food to their Vintage Restaurant in Orange, VA. Feast on Gourmet Tapas Wednesdays or “Three on Thursday” Chef’s Tastings with everything from Hunter-style chicken and red wine linguine to seared duck breast and pepper-crusted butternut squash. Stay tuned for their winter menu, which will be released on December 4. [caption id="attachment_7715" align="aligncenter" width="300"] The Inn at Willow Grove[/caption] The Hope and Glory Inn in Irvington, VA features the incredible cuisine of Chef Anne Kirkmyer, and their Dining Hall has been named the #1 restaurant in the city. If you plan to visit the Glory and Glory’s restaurant, be sure to make a reservation well in advance, as they stay full and busy! [caption id="attachment_7697" align="aligncenter" width="300"] The Hope and Glory Inn[/caption] At The Boxwood Inn in Newport News, VA, “Dinnertainment” is a popular meal among guests. Each menu is specific to the dinner theme, which options like “Murder Mystery Evening,” “Showstoppers,” “Scottish Evening,” and “Those Fabulous Fifties.” Along with the deliciously themed food, the entertainment is fantastic as well. For more information about reservations at the inn’s Dinnertainment, call 757-888-8854. [caption id="attachment_7631" align="aligncenter" width="300"] The Boxwood Inn[/caption] By Tara Stoll