Guidebook forThe Blue House and Irvington area
Food Scene
Downtown Irvington is small but vibrant! Check out the local choices. The close by towns of White Stone, Kilmarnock, and Topping offer additional dining options as well.
A favorite for locals and guests alike, this cute coffee shop also serves breakfast and lunch. They have a great outdoor patio that is dog friendly, as well as tables inside.
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The Local
4337 Irvington RdA favorite for locals and guests alike, this cute coffee shop also serves breakfast and lunch. They have a great outdoor patio that is dog friendly, as well as tables inside.
Dredge is known for their Fried Oyster Tacos -- drizzled with Sriracha, they are a spicy crunchy treat. They have a Caribbean flair and a full bar. Open for dinner Tuesday-Saturday. Call in advance to confirm hours. Reservations may be necessary on busy summer weekends.
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Dredge
4357 Irvington RdDredge is known for their Fried Oyster Tacos -- drizzled with Sriracha, they are a spicy crunchy treat. They have a Caribbean flair and a full bar. Open for dinner Tuesday-Saturday. Call in advance to confirm hours. Reservations may be necessary on busy summer weekends.
A lovely place for a glass of wine or beer or to grab a bottle to go, and less than a 1/3 of a mile from our house. Small plates, cheese boards, etc. Seating inside and outdoor patio as well. Very popular!
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Vine
77 King Carter DrA lovely place for a glass of wine or beer or to grab a bottle to go, and less than a 1/3 of a mile from our house. Small plates, cheese boards, etc. Seating inside and outdoor patio as well. Very popular!
In White Stone (2 miles away) The chef/owner worked at The Inn at Little Washington. Adrift is known for innovative food, fresh seafood and more. Call in advance for reservations and to confirm hours.
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Adrift
572 Rappahannock DrIn White Stone (2 miles away) The chef/owner worked at The Inn at Little Washington. Adrift is known for innovative food, fresh seafood and more. Call in advance for reservations and to confirm hours.
Amazing views, incredible oysters and craft beers and wine make for a memorable dining experience. Less than 8 miles from the house. Winner of the best restaurant in Virginia according to:
https://www.thedailymeal.com/eat/iconic-restaurant-of-every-state-dc/slide-46
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Merroir Tasting Room
784 Locklies Creek RdAmazing views, incredible oysters and craft beers and wine make for a memorable dining experience. Less than 8 miles from the house. Winner of the best restaurant in Virginia according to:
https://www.thedailymeal.com/eat/iconic-restaurant-of-every-state-dc/slide-46
Sushi and seafood and Thai Cuisine in the heart of downtown Kilmarnock! Located on Historic Main Street, this family owned restaurant is loved by locals and visitors alike. Less than 5 miles from the house
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Chao Phraya
45 S Main StSushi and seafood and Thai Cuisine in the heart of downtown Kilmarnock! Located on Historic Main Street, this family owned restaurant is loved by locals and visitors alike. Less than 5 miles from the house
In White Stone at the bridge. Casual waterfront restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. Live music on weekends. Less than 4 miles from the house.
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Willaby's Cafe
327 Old Ferry RdIn White Stone at the bridge. Casual waterfront restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. Live music on weekends. Less than 4 miles from the house.
A family restaurant that dates back to the 1930's, Lee's is old school, casual and friendly.
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Lee's Restaurant
30 S Main StA family restaurant that dates back to the 1930's, Lee's is old school, casual and friendly.
Simply the best! Open for lunch and dinner and yes, it's adjacent to a car wash! Try the Chesapeake Benedict -- you won't be sorry. Friendly service and charm galore.
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Car Wash Cafe
481 N Main StSimply the best! Open for lunch and dinner and yes, it's adjacent to a car wash! Try the Chesapeake Benedict -- you won't be sorry. Friendly service and charm galore.
Cute bistro in downtown Irvington features sandwiches, salads, flatbreads, and more. It's an easy walk and about a 1/4 mile from the house. It's popular -- reservations are recommended!
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The Office Irvington
4346 Irvington RdCute bistro in downtown Irvington features sandwiches, salads, flatbreads, and more. It's an easy walk and about a 1/4 mile from the house. It's popular -- reservations are recommended!
CAMP is a great place enjoy the relaxed vibe of Irvington. CAMP offers a curated selection of wine and beer, a beautiful setting, and live music on selected nights.
CAMP Irvington
CAMP is a great place enjoy the relaxed vibe of Irvington. CAMP offers a curated selection of wine and beer, a beautiful setting, and live music on selected nights.
Everything Else
Beautiful State Park along the Rappahannock River. Kayaks and canoes are available for rent (call ahead.) Over 700 acres!
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Parco Statale di Belle Isle
1632 Belle Isle RoadBeautiful State Park along the Rappahannock River. Kayaks and canoes are available for rent (call ahead.) Over 700 acres!
Chesapeake Bank - Irvington
98 King Carter DrATM on premises if you need to get cash.
Sightseeing
Historic Church built by Robert "King" Carter -- lovely.
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Historic Christ Church
420 Christ Church RdHistoric Church built by Robert "King" Carter -- lovely.
The Steamboat Era Museum - http://steamboateramuseum.org -- if you love history, stop by and check it out!
156 King Carter Dr
156 King Carter DriveThe Steamboat Era Museum - http://steamboateramuseum.org -- if you love history, stop by and check it out!
Arts & Culture
Lancaster Players Playhouse
361 Chesapeake DrGreat local playhouse -- live plays and entertainment.
Drinks & Nightlife
Great Wine Bar and Shop -- plus delicious appetizers and small plates. 77 King Carter Drive -- walking distance in case you have one glass too many!
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Vine
77 King Carter DrGreat Wine Bar and Shop -- plus delicious appetizers and small plates. 77 King Carter Drive -- walking distance in case you have one glass too many!
City/town information
Town of Irvington website https://www.town.irvington.va.us/
Our neighboring larger town that has grocery stores, drug stores, restaurants, services, etc. It's just a short drive away
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Kilmarnock
Our neighboring larger town that has grocery stores, drug stores, restaurants, services, etc. It's just a short drive away