Virginia's River Realm

Virginia's River Realm A place where the majestic Rappahannock River meets the Chesapeake Bay. A place where you can disconnect to reconnect with the things you love.

Our 9 charming towns and 500+ miles of shoreline are a quick hop from many of Virginia largest cities. Once you let the river set the pace, life here seems deliciously simple, its mysteries suddenly revealed. The wonder of a perfect oyster. The promise of a back road or secret cove. The pleasure of sharing a table with friends. The peace of whispering pines at sunset. While you’re here on these sh

ores, away from life’s urgent demands and time’s hold on you, your choice is clear. Find Your Shoreline.

🛏️ Looking for LOVELY place to stay during your visit to Virginia's River Realm?🏠We're excited to introduce the Essex In...
01/22/2025

🛏️ Looking for LOVELY place to stay during your visit to Virginia's River Realm?

🏠We're excited to introduce the Essex Inn...This Tapphannock Victorian B&B dates back to 1851 and is owned by Greg and Jennifer Huff.

✨Each of the 12 rooms is masterfully restored to its early grandeur and a three-course breakfast features a creative repertoire of farm-sourced beef and eggs, herbs from the garden and locally made bakery goods, jams and jellies.

🛶 Enjoy full and half-day kayak rentals for Inn guests!

🔎 Explore more ways to stay in the River Realm: https://www.virginiasriverrealm.com/ways-to-stay/

01/22/2025

WOW. Check out our very own BigOak Cafe on America's Best Restaurants. A great piece showing how amazing our region is

🎊 TOMORROW! Urbanna's Big Oak Cafe will be on America's Best Restaurants!📺They will be sharing it on their page...
01/20/2025

🎊 TOMORROW! Urbanna's Big Oak Cafe will be on America's Best Restaurants!

📺They will be sharing it on their page on Tuesday, January 21 at 7 p.m.

😋Rooted in freshness, Big Oak Cafe serves up delicious local seafood, thick and juicy prime rib and great burgers.

🗓️ Plan you next foodie trip to the BEST place on earth: https://www.virginiasriverrealm.com/

Restaurant Week continues! Head over to Maltese Brewing Company 2 Tappahannock & grab a brew 🍺🍺🍺🙏
01/18/2025

Restaurant Week continues! Head over to Maltese Brewing Company 2 Tappahannock & grab a brew 🍺🍺🍺🙏

It’s still Restaurant Week in Virginia's River Realm. Hit upLee's Restaurant for some local goodness. 4 generations stro...
01/18/2025

It’s still Restaurant Week in Virginia's River Realm. Hit up
Lee's Restaurant for some local goodness. 4 generations strong.

Who’s ready for a trip to Visit Tappahannock?!New to the River Realm, there so much charm, flavor, history, and outdoor ...
01/18/2025

Who’s ready for a trip to Visit Tappahannock?!

New to the River Realm, there so much charm, flavor, history, and outdoor fun to explore…

🍽️ Indulge in culinary treats at casual and fine dining eateries
🛍️ Shop home decor, antiques, and collectibles at riverside boutiques and unique treasure chests
🌊 Romp on the Rappahannock River via kayak, fishing boat, and beachside.
📖 Step back in time at local museums and historic spaces.
🏓 Play and connect at pickleball courts, golf courses, and beaches.

📲Explore more and plan *the* trip:

Tappahannock, perched on the banks of the Rappahannock River, captivates with its blend of historical significance and vibrant community life.

Specials coming HOT 🔥for DeltaPie Pizza and Specialty Market !
01/17/2025

Specials coming HOT 🔥for DeltaPie Pizza and Specialty Market !

🤤More Restaurant Week YUM from Visit Kilmarnock, VA's Bay Bistro TO-GO!🥤Mention “Restaurant Week Drink” at checkout and ...
01/16/2025

🤤More Restaurant Week YUM from Visit Kilmarnock, VA's Bay Bistro TO-GO!

🥤Mention “Restaurant Week Drink” at checkout and get 1 free soda or ice tea with any meal purchase.

💻 See more Restaurant Week specials + plan your foodie weekend with us while you can: https://www.virginiasriverrealm.com/restaurant-week/

Chad's Dad's BBQ Plus in Saluda is the perfect place to grab a savory breakfast 🍳 before heading to work or a day of exp...
01/15/2025

Chad's Dad's BBQ Plus in Saluda is the perfect place to grab a savory breakfast 🍳 before heading to work or a day of exploring. Stop in for lunch 🥪 or early dinner 🥘 to pick up hot food made with love for the whole crew.

If you’ve been to Chad’s Dad’s, what are your favorite items to order?! Share your recommendations below ⬇️ ⬇️

📍 Add this stop to your Restaurant Week bucket list! Don’t forget to download and use the app to map out your journey and unlock rewards—> https://qr.link/LjnUMv

Still time to get some Nacho Average Brewpub this Restaurant Week!
01/15/2025

Still time to get some Nacho Average Brewpub this Restaurant Week!

Yum yum at 1710 Tavern 🍽️
01/15/2025

Yum yum at 1710 Tavern 🍽️

🍽️ There’s Still Time to Enjoy Virginia's River Realm Restaurant Week! 🍷

Join us at 1710 Tavern before it’s over! Restaurant Week runs until January 19th, and there’s still a little more time to indulge in a culinary experience you won’t forget.

We’re featuring a special dish that celebrates the best of local flavors:
🌟 Pan-Seared Local Rockfish served over rich lobster risotto and finished with a decadent saffron cream sauce.

Looking to relax? Stop by for Happy Hour starting at 4 PM on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Sip on specialty cocktails, enjoy local Virginia draughts, and explore our curated wine selection.

Celebrate the season, savor the flavors, and see why 1710 Tavern is the perfect place to eat like a local!

📅 Don’t miss out—Restaurant Week ends January 19th!

What River Realm foodie finds have you been enjoying so far?! Tell us below ⬇️  📸 Don’t forget to share photos of your f...
01/14/2025

What River Realm foodie finds have you been enjoying so far?! Tell us below ⬇️

📸 Don’t forget to share photos of your foodie finds, tag the businesses, and tag to spread the during this celebration of Virginia food at its best. Your small business owners and their staff deserve all the shoutouts💙

💻 Get more details and plan your Restaurant Week visit here: https://www.virginiasriverrealm.com/restaurant-week/

More pizza finds in Visit Tappahannockat Bella Pizza of Tappahannock! 🍕💙
01/13/2025

More pizza finds in Visit Tappahannockat Bella Pizza of Tappahannock! 🍕💙

🌟🍕 𝐈𝐭’𝐬 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐢𝐳𝐳𝐚 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤!🍕🌟

What better way to celebrate than by indulging in some of Tappahannock's finest pizza? 🎉
👉 Bella Pizza of Tappahannock offers classic Italian dishes, including their famous veal, spaghetti, and of course, delicious pizzas!
👉 𝟓𝟐𝟖 𝐈𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧 brings a modern twist with their wood-fired brick oven pizzas and locally sourced ingredients.

🍴✨ Don’t forget, it’s Virginia's River Realm Restaurant Week! This is the perfect time to explore the rich flavors of our local restaurants. Support your community and treat yourself to something delicious.

📍 Plan your foodie adventures: https://www.virginiasriverrealm.com/restaurant-week/

Fresh specials in from DeltaPie Pizza and Specialty Market 💙💙
01/13/2025

Fresh specials in from DeltaPie Pizza and Specialty Market 💙💙

We’re kicking off Virginia's River Realm's Restaurant Week(end) and celebrating our winter break reopening with some iconic regional specials on Friday, January 17th! Whether you’re planning to dine-in with us, have a cozy night in, or gear up for some Divisional Football, there’s something for everyone – with great savings, too:

1️⃣ Special Dinner for Two:
Choice of Seafood White Pizza (shrimp, scallops, roasted red pepper, and garlic béchamel) or Deltapie Supreme Pizza (loaded with Italian sausage, pepperoni, veggies, and ricotta).
Includes a Caesar Salad for Two and finishes with a Chef Mike's Flourless Chocolate Torte for Two!
All for just $38 (a $10 savings)!

2️⃣ Family Special: Purchase two Pepperoni Pizzas and get a FREE Cheese Pizza! Perfect for sharing with friends and family – and just $27 (a $12 savings)! 🏈

3️⃣ 10% Off All Wines: Pair with dinner or take a bottle home from our selection on or off premises.

🗓️ These specials are available January 17–19, so don’t wait!
📲 Order online or through the Deltapie app for quick and easy pick up: https://delta-pie.com/

Don’t just save room for food during your visit to Virginia’s River Realm save room for a little shopping!!Our charming ...
01/11/2025

Don’t just save room for food during your visit to Virginia’s River Realm save room for a little shopping!!

Our charming river towns are full of antiques, fashion, outdoor gear, and decor like you see here from Salt & Sand — the perfect place to design your river inspired home!

Use the app or the website to map out the next spot to shop during your winter getaway: https://www.virginiasriverrealm.com

Work off your restaurant week food with some shopping! Kilmarnock Antique Gallery is a destination all its own and will ...
01/10/2025

Work off your restaurant week food with some shopping! Kilmarnock Antique Gallery is a destination all its own and will keep you on your feet exploring ✨🛍️

Save room for The Office Bistro Irvington specials!
01/10/2025

Save room for The Office Bistro Irvington specials!

Irvington Restaurant Week 2025 is here! Come by The Office and try our special prix fixe menu between now and January 19th! Be sure to check out all the restaurants participating in Restaurant Week 2025 at VirginiasRiverRealm.com/restaurant-week!

So many goodies at BigOak Cafe! An Urbanna favorite!
01/10/2025

So many goodies at BigOak Cafe! An Urbanna favorite!

🎉 Happy Restaurant Week! 🎉

Another delicious special menu announcement—this time from Big Oak Café, located just outside of Urbanna!

🌟 Specials include:
🍴 Scallops
🍴 Rockfish
🍴 Tiramisu

Don't miss out on these amazing dishes during Restaurant Week, January 9 - 19, 2025!

🍽️ Come hungry and celebrate all the flavors Middlesex has to offer!

BigOak Cafe
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Kilmarnock, VA
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Virginia's River Realm is a place where the majestic Rappahannock River meets the Chesapeake Bay. A place where you can disconnect to reconnect with the things you love. Our 8 charming towns and 465 miles of shoreline are a quick hop from many of Virginia's biggest cities creating the ideal location for your weekend getaway. So answer the river's call and find your shoreline in a place full of delightful surprises and one-of-kind experiences.

Once you let the river set the pace, life here seems deliciously simple, its mysteries suddenly revealed. The wonder of a perfect oyster. The promise of a back road or secret cove. The pleasure of sharing a table with friends. The peace of whispering pines at sunset. While you’re here on these shores, away from life’s urgent demands and time’s hold on you, your choice is clear. Find Your Shoreline.

Visit our 8 great small towns: Kilmarnock, Urbanna, Topping, Deltaville, Irvington, Lively, Saluda, and White Stone. Stroll boutique shops & eateries. Friendly folks with no traffic and no parking fees.