Ali and Robbie's Guidebook
Groceries and provisions
Their motto is "If we ain't got it, you don't need it", and they're almost always right. From basic breakfast ingredients to ice to that sunscreen you forgot to bring, Buchanan's has what you need. Depending on the season, you may even be able to find locally-grown veggies as well locally-raised pork products. Buchanan's has been in business for many decades and Ali grew up visiting often, usually bare-footed and on the hunt for the perfect summer ice cream.
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Buchanan’s Store
6547 Drewry-Virginia Line RdTheir motto is "If we ain't got it, you don't need it", and they're almost always right. From basic breakfast ingredients to ice to that sunscreen you forgot to bring, Buchanan's has what you need. Depending on the season, you may even be able to find locally-grown veggies as well locally-raised pork products. Buchanan's has been in business for many decades and Ali grew up visiting often, usually bare-footed and on the hunt for the perfect summer ice cream.
This is the best grocery store in the area and makes for a pretty drive through local farmland, or as you're visiting Warrenton. Henderson and South Hill also have Food Lions, depending on which direction you're coming from.
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Food Lion
1202 US-158 BUSThis is the best grocery store in the area and makes for a pretty drive through local farmland, or as you're visiting Warrenton. Henderson and South Hill also have Food Lions, depending on which direction you're coming from.
Norlina ABC Store
1230 US Hwy 158 Business WAdjacent to Food Lion and with a good selection of whatever you need!
It's not fancy, but it IS a lifesaver. Whether you forgot sunscreen, contact solution, or some basic grocery items, Dollar General has you covered. At 7 minutes away, it's your best bet to check first before having to head into town for supplies.
Dollar General
39 Bullocksville Park RdIt's not fancy, but it IS a lifesaver. Whether you forgot sunscreen, contact solution, or some basic grocery items, Dollar General has you covered. At 7 minutes away, it's your best bet to check first before having to head into town for supplies.
Food and drink scene
Our favorite spots for eating, drinking, or both! ☺️
These folks do exceptional BBQ. Their sides are also great, and their pies/cheesecakes are fantastic.
Risin' Smoke Barbecue
1312 West Danville StreetThese folks do exceptional BBQ. Their sides are also great, and their pies/cheesecakes are fantastic.
An absolute local legend. Come for the cheap (but delicious) burgers and fries, stay for the soft serve ice cream. Ali has spent many summer nights playing tag with her cousins in the parking lot and is where she had her first job ever. Pro tip: if you're looking for a really decadent treat, try the hot fudge cake, which is repeating layers of vanilla ice cream, chocolate cake, and hot fudge.
Lucky's Grill & Dairy Bar
728 Buggs Island RdAn absolute local legend. Come for the cheap (but delicious) burgers and fries, stay for the soft serve ice cream. Ali has spent many summer nights playing tag with her cousins in the parking lot and is where she had her first job ever. Pro tip: if you're looking for a really decadent treat, try the hot fudge cake, which is repeating layers of vanilla ice cream, chocolate cake, and hot fudge.
Growing up, Ali's family would often get pizzas to go and take them down to the park near the dam viewpoint (we've also included it in this guidebook) and watch the sunset.
Pinos Pizza
6288 Buggs Island RdGrowing up, Ali's family would often get pizzas to go and take them down to the park near the dam viewpoint (we've also included it in this guidebook) and watch the sunset.
Drip Coffee is located inside the renovated and historic Bank of Warren. You can still see some of the safe deposit boxes! Good coffee and a small but tasty menu of options.
Drip Coffee + Market
127 S Main StDrip Coffee is located inside the renovated and historic Bank of Warren. You can still see some of the safe deposit boxes! Good coffee and a small but tasty menu of options.
An absolute institution. Buger Barn has been open for many decades and still serves up cheap and delicious food in Warrenton. Featured by WRAL! Video here:
https://www.wral.com/warrenton-barn-has-honest-food-that-s-loved-by-locals/13765606/
Burger Barn
328 E Macon StAn absolute institution. Buger Barn has been open for many decades and still serves up cheap and delicious food in Warrenton. Featured by WRAL! Video here:
https://www.wral.com/warrenton-barn-has-honest-food-that-s-loved-by-locals/13765606/
Chewly Delicious Jamaican Restaurant
885 South Beckford DriveThis place really IS "chewly delicious".
You might not associate Southern Virginia with fine wines, but this place has a few decent options, all grown on-site, and has lovely views. Their flight-tasting makes a fun group outing! 🍷
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Rosemont Vineyards & Winery
1050 Blackridge RdYou might not associate Southern Virginia with fine wines, but this place has a few decent options, all grown on-site, and has lovely views. Their flight-tasting makes a fun group outing! 🍷
Founded in 2017, this beautiful spot is really a local treasure. Although muscadine wine isn't really Ali or Robbie's thing, we love checking out their events, often including live music. Black-owned, family-owned and really quite special!
Check them out on Instagram to see their latest/upcoming events! @Sevenspringsfarmandvineyard
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Seven Springs Farm And Vineyard
332 Axtell Ridgeway RdFounded in 2017, this beautiful spot is really a local treasure. Although muscadine wine isn't really Ali or Robbie's thing, we love checking out their events, often including live music. Black-owned, family-owned and really quite special!
Check them out on Instagram to see their latest/upcoming events! @Sevenspringsfarmandvineyard
Chilly Chicken Creamery
127 S Main StHomemade ice cream using dairy products from North Carolina!
Opened in June 2021, this local brewery is owned and operated by a high school classmate of Ali’s. A great spot to take in a little local flavor and support locally-owned small business! 🍻
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Mill Hill Taproom
112 Madison StreetOpened in June 2021, this local brewery is owned and operated by a high school classmate of Ali’s. A great spot to take in a little local flavor and support locally-owned small business! 🍻
Locorum Distillery is about building community, bringing people together, and using locally sourced materials to support the local economy. We are so lucky to have a distillery with a local focus, please support these folks if you're in town!
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Locorum Distillery
142 South Main StreetLocorum Distillery is about building community, bringing people together, and using locally sourced materials to support the local economy. We are so lucky to have a distillery with a local focus, please support these folks if you're in town!
Local NC distillery located under an hour's drive from the house. We keep a bottle of Weldon Mills Reserve Bourbon Whiskey on hand for our own personal drinking, it's great!
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Weldon Mills Distillery
100 Rockfish DrLocal NC distillery located under an hour's drive from the house. We keep a bottle of Weldon Mills Reserve Bourbon Whiskey on hand for our own personal drinking, it's great!
Blue Jay Bistro
141 East South Main StreetSightseeing
John h. kerr dam view point
4499 Buggs Island RdGrab a pizza from nearby Pino's and enjoy as the sun is setting!
Tracing its origin to 1779, Warrenton was an early and progressive center of education for both men and women and reputedly the wealthiest town in the state during the 1850s. Warrenton is the home of well-known builder Jacob Holt, who built Greek revival and Italianate style houses throughout the town and region. Over 300 structures survive and are listed in the National Register Historic District. Warrenton makes for a fantastic walk. See this link for suggested spots to check out: www.warrenton.nc.gov/page/tourism_history
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Warrenton
Tracing its origin to 1779, Warrenton was an early and progressive center of education for both men and women and reputedly the wealthiest town in the state during the 1850s. Warrenton is the home of well-known builder Jacob Holt, who built Greek revival and Italianate style houses throughout the town and region. Over 300 structures survive and are listed in the National Register Historic District. Warrenton makes for a fantastic walk. See this link for suggested spots to check out: www.warrenton.nc.gov/page/tourism_history
Lovely little spot for walking/hiking and space to explore the area near the dam. Bald eagles have made nests here in recent years, so there's a decent chance you might spot one!
Liberty Hill Fishing Access & Trail
4499 Buggs Island RdLovely little spot for walking/hiking and space to explore the area near the dam. Bald eagles have made nests here in recent years, so there's a decent chance you might spot one!
Shopping and retail
Oakley Hall has a wonderfully-curated selection of antiques and art. Its owners, Don and Ernie, are a local treasure and so fun to chat with. If you visit, please tell them Ali and Robbie sent you!
Oakley Hall Antiques and Art
119 N Main StOakley Hall has a wonderfully-curated selection of antiques and art. Its owners, Don and Ernie, are a local treasure and so fun to chat with. If you visit, please tell them Ali and Robbie sent you!
Fun little local spot for gifts and handicrafts, located in the old Hunter Drug Co. storefront. Definitely get an orangeade while you're there!
Friends Two
126 S Main StFun little local spot for gifts and handicrafts, located in the old Hunter Drug Co. storefront. Definitely get an orangeade while you're there!
Things to do
One of only 6️⃣ drive in theatres left in operation in North Carolina and worth a visit if you have a free evening! 📽🎞Check their website for what's playing: raleighroaddrivein.com
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Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre
3336 Raleigh RdOne of only 6️⃣ drive in theatres left in operation in North Carolina and worth a visit if you have a free evening! 📽🎞Check their website for what's playing: raleighroaddrivein.com
Adventure Island
1211 Coble BlvdMini-golf ⛳️ and arcade games 🕹 for the whole family or your group of friends.