Food & Drink

Culpeper is one of Virginia's hottest dining destinations. Whether you're in the mood for smoked barbeque or the freshest hand cut sushi, there are a myriad of eateries from which to choose. The farm-to-table movement is alive and well here, borrowed from a centuries old agricultural heritage, and our chefs prepare what is fresh, right from the farm.

A basket lined with blue and white checkered paper holds a serving of fries topped with melted cheese, two eggs, chives, and bacon bits. There is a water bottle and a smartphone on the table beside the basket.

American

A person uses chopsticks to hold a piece of sushi over a wooden board filled with various sushi rolls. The table is set with plates, and a small dish of soy sauce. A small green wasabi mound is present on the board.

Asian

A basket lined with blue and white checkered paper holds powdered sugar-covered fried pastries, served with a dollop of cream and sprinkled crumbs. The basket is placed on a wooden table with part of a book and a black item visible beside it.

Bakery

A smiling woman stands in a warmly lit café or restaurant, holding a wooden tray with several glasses. She wears a brown jacket over a black shirt and dark jeans. The interior features wooden decor, a chandelier, and large windows. A wooden barrel is visible in the foreground.

Brewery

A ciabatta sandwich cut in half, filled with greens and a slice of cheese, is placed on a decorative plate. The plate also holds a serving of potato chips. The items are on a polished wooden table.

Café/Deli

A family of four sits around a round outdoor table at a restaurant, enjoying a meal. The father and daughter on the left are smiling and interacting, while the mother in the center serves food. The daughter on the right, in a blue dress, eats her meal.

Casual

A display of assorted sandwiches includes grilled triangular sandwiches, croissant sandwiches filled with cheese, lettuce, and turkey, and various other sandwich varieties. They are neatly arranged on wooden and ceramic platters on a buffet table.

Catering

Two people are enjoying coffee at an outdoor café. The woman on the left is laughing, and the man on the right is holding a small cup of coffee and smiling. The background shows blurred outdoor scenery with trees and tables.

Coffee & Tea

Two people are standing at a counter, each sampling a flight of drinks presented in small glasses on an orange tray. The person on the right wears a watch and a ring, with their hand resting on the tray handle.

Distillery

A bowl of penne pasta topped with grilled chicken strips, seasoned with herbs and spices, served on a glossy black surface. The pasta appears to have a creamy white sauce.

European

Two smiling women sit at a table with a large pizza. One woman reaches to take a slice while the other looks on. They are seated indoors with artwork visible in the background. Two beverages are also on the table.

Italian

A taco with seasoned meat, chopped onions, and fresh cilantro served on a circular white plate. The taco is garnished with radish slices and half of a lime. The plate rests on a weathered turquoise wooden surface.

Mexican

Two women sit at a picnic table in a grassy field, clinking wine glasses and smiling. One bottle of wine is on the table, and both wear sunglasses. Trees and a blue sky are in the background, suggesting a pleasant outdoor setting.

Organic

A white bowl on a dark surface filled with creamy grits, topped with shrimp and slices of sausage, seasoned with herbs and spices.

Peruvian

A round platter filled with ice and arranged with opened oysters, lemon wedges, and a central bowl of dipping sauce is placed on a wooden table. Two glasses of white wine and plates with food are also present. The hands and part of a person are visible in the background.

Seafood

A young woman serves a cup of frozen yogurt to a child with red hair at a yogurt shop. Another child with brown hair stands beside the first, looking at the counter. The setting has bright orange walls, a wooden counter, and a yogurt machine.

Sweet Treats

A man and woman smile while sitting at a wooden bar in a rustic setting, filled with natural light. The woman in a black top has her hands clasped, and the man in a burgundy shirt has his hands resting on the bar. A person is pouring wine into a glass in front of them.

Winery