With the advent of Big Data, it's now easier than ever to quantify what people like around the globe. And when it comes to food, Americans seem to have specific opinions. American dining brands have a long and storied history, and whether they're fast food, fast-casual, high-end, or super cheap, U.S. restaurants offer something for almost everyone.
What's clear about U.S. dining habits is that people love options. Restaurants across America are chock-full of variety, mixing ethnicities, food regions, and cultures into steaming melting pots of (often) fried deliciousness.
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in Roanoke using rankings from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. These restaurants range from fast food powerhouses to local hot spots.
Locals reading the list will surely see some favorite eateries and classic go-to restaurants. Keep reading to see if your favorite restaurant made the list—and to see which spots you haven't been to yet.
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#30. Texas Tavern
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (208 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Fast Food
- Price: $
- Address: 114 Church Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24011-1906
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#29. Our Daily Bread Roanoke
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (127 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3334 Brambleton Ave, Roanoke, VA 24018-6523
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#28. Roanoker Restaurant Incorporated
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (246 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2522 Colonial Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24015-3121
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#27. Athens Corner Grill
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (142 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Mediterranean, Greek
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1003 S Jefferson St, Roanoke, VA 24016-4405
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#25. Tuco's Taqueria Garaje
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (104 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 416 Salem Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24016-3623
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#24. Coach & Four Restaurant
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (229 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 5206 Williamson Rd NW, Roanoke, VA 24012-1733
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#23. Cafe Asia 2
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (150 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Chinese, Sushi
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3549 Electric Rd, Roanoke, VA 24018-4400
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#22. Agave Azul Mexican Grill & Bar
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (209 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Mexican, Southwestern
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 7850 Plantation Rd, Roanoke, VA 24019-1610
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#21. Montano's International
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#20. Wildflour
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (174 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2143 Colonial Ave SW Towers Mall, Roanoke, VA 24015-3207
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#19. Cuban Island
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (151 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Latin, Spanish
- Price: $
- Address: 5508 Williamson Rd, Roanoke, VA 24012-1440
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#18. Carrabba's Italian Grill
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (261 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4822-D Valley View Blvd NW, Roanoke, VA 24012
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#17. Frankie Rowland's Steakhouse
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (265 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 104 S. Jefferson St, Roanoke, VA 24011
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#16. Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
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#15. Table 50
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (218 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 309 Market St SE, Roanoke, VA 24011-2130
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#14. Evie's Bistro and Bakery
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (232 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1212 4th St SW, Roanoke, VA 24016-4540
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#13. Scrambled
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (232 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 32 Market Sq SE, Roanoke, VA 24011-0012
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#12. The River and Rail
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (252 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2201 Crystal Spring Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24014-2483
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#11. Nawab Indian Cuisine
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#10. Alexander's
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (250 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Cajun & Creole
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 105 S Jefferson St, Roanoke, VA 24011-1305
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#9. Lucky
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (284 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood, Spanish
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 18 Kirk Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24011-1704
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#8. Cafe Asia
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (283 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Chinese, Japanese
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3940 Valley Gateway Blvd Ste B1, Roanoke, VA 24012-6857
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#7. Shakers Good Food & Drink
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (371 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1909 Valley View Blvd NW, Roanoke, VA 24012-2002
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#5. Cedars Lebanese Restaurant
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (577 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Lebanese, Mediterranean
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 120 Campbell Ave SE, Roanoke, VA 24011-1406
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#4. Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (376 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $
- Address: 210 Market St SE, Roanoke, VA 24011-1802
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#3. Local Roots
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (610 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Contemporary
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1314 Grandin Rd SW, Roanoke, VA 24015-2316
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#2. Hollywood's Restaurant & Bakery
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,382 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 7770 Williamson Rd, Roanoke, VA 24019-4343
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#1. The Regency Room
