We know that you’ve been doing your part to support downtown businesses by grabbing oodles of takeout. But perhaps you’re a bit tired of your “usual” burger & fries or getting a pizza for the family. We have your solution! Scroll on down and choose from ten restaurants offering world cuisine right here in Downtown Lynchburg.
Pictured: Sashimi Lunch (left side of plate) & Sushi Lunch (right side of plate)
Aji Ramen & Sushi
908 Main Street
Must-Try Item: Lunch Sushi Special
You can’t go wrong with a midday sushi break. Not only is it yummy in the tummy but easy on the wallet, too! In the lunchtime tradition, this meal is served with your choice of soup or salad. Best part? You can order online! I know, right?
Pictured: Hummus Plate (left) & Mansaf, Kebab, and Falafel on Rice (right)
Al Ryan
817 1/2 Main Street
Must-Try Item: Appetizer Sampler Platter
Choices are hard, especially when you’re hungry! So, you could either narrow it down with a speed-round of eeny-meeny-miny-moe, or you could just get the sampler platter that includes hummus, baba ghanoush, tabbouleh, and falafel. Served with a side of pita chips, we won’t judge you if you decide not to share. Check out their full menu here but remember, you’ve been warned.
Pictured: Avocado BLT Crepe
Batter Bar
1103 Church Street
Must-Try Item: Peach & Prosciutto Crepe
Harajuku Crepes. You might ask,”Are those French or Japanese?” The answer is YES! Either way, we’re suckers for the blend of savory and sweet in the peach and prosciutto crepe. Honey ricotta and peach jam balance out the saltiness of the pork and tang of the balsamic reduction. But, honestly, you can’t go wrong with any of their handheld creations (menu) designed for your next stroll around downtown.
Photo by LYH Eats. Pictured: Pho without Broth (left) & Spring Roll (right)
The Cupboard Cafe
1219 Main Street
at the Lynchburg Community Market
Must-Try Item: Spring roll
Go for the Vietnamese pho, stay for the freshest spring roll you may have ever put in your face. And, the peanut dipping sauce is the icing on the cake (metaphorically…there’s no actual cake here). So, set your Saturday alarm and be sure to make it down to the Lynchburg Community Market because the Cupboard Cafe is only open one day a week!
Photo by El Jefe. Pictured: Seared Tuna Taco
El Jefe
1214 Commerce Street
Must-Try Item: Avocado taco
With a recent menu refresh, you can now mix-and-match your taco orders! Make sure you include at least one of these morsels filled with crispy, fried avocado goodness and topped with lime crema. But…if you’d rather have it your way, you can always build your own! Check it out here and order online.
Photo by Taylor Rhodes. Pictured: A combination of Chutney, Vegetable Byrani, Cucumber Raita, Fried Cabbage, Mixed Vegetable Korma, Bagare Baingan, Karahi Chicken, and Custard with Fruit
Hot & Cold cafe
1206 Main Street
Must-Try Item: Onion Chutney
Their buffet might be closed down, but Hot & Cold Cafe is still serving up their amazing fusion menu of Indian-Mediterranean tastes. Lamb, chicken, goat, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, organic, hot, cold…there’s something for every appetite on their menu! No matter what you choose, you can spice it up with their crowd-pleaser chutney homemade with sweet onions.
Pictured: Pork Kabab with Lo Mein and Peppers
Philippine Delight
1219 Main Street
at the Lynchburg Community Market
Must-Try Item: Pork or chicken kababs
Under new ownership, some things have changed but your favorites have stayed the same. Not only can you grab what we lovingly refer to as “chicken-on-a-stick,” rice noodles, and cabbage, but now you can also shop their Filipino market. So, head down to the Lynchburg Community Market for lunch Tuesday - Saturday or call ahead to order! Visit their Facebook page for more deets.
Photo by Becca Pritchard. Pictured: Afternoon Tea
Ploughcroft Tea Room
1215 Commerce Street
Must-Try Item: Scone with devon cream
Armed with a cookbook full of family recipes from across the pond and shelves full of cups & saucers, the Ploughcroft Tea Room is the place to be for authentic English fare. We never knew how delicious tiny open-faced sandwiches could be, but the true star of the show is the clotted cream imported from the U.K. in hermetically sealed containers. Don’t fret if you can’t steal away for a relaxing afternoon tea, there are plenty of pot pies, tarts, and pastries to choose from on their lunch menu, too!
Photo by Rendez-Vous. Pictured: Coq au Vin
Rendez-Vous
1125 Main Street
Must-Try Item: Escargot À la bourgignonne
Where else in Downtown Lynchburg can you order snails as an appetizer? Don’t make that face…you can blame the French for this garlicky, buttery delicacy. But in all seriousness, Rendez-Vous’ menu perfectly balances the intricacies of French culinary staples with the bold flavors of the Caribbean. While you are dining, be sure to take advantage of a variety of photo-worthy backdrops around the building.
Photo by Tahini’s Mediterranean Grill. Pictured: Beef Shawarma Wrap with Fries & White Sauce
Tahini’s Mediterranean Grill
912 Main Street
Must-Try Item: Sabich Wrap Combo
Once you get past how fun the word “sabich” is to say, you will realize that this wrap is packed with yummy items like hummus, eggplant, hard-boiled egg, chickpea salad, pickled red onion, tahini sauce, and hot sauce for a little kick. But let’s be real - the unexpected star of the show is the serving of crispy french fries that comes with your combo. And, if you’re trying to avoid bread, you can customize rice or salad bowls with tons of toppings. Check it out and order online!
Keep an eye out for new restaurants coming soon!
THAT LATIN PLACE
901 Jefferson Street
FRATELLI ITALIAN
ON the Bluffwalk
So there you have it. Between lunch and dinner, we have you set for the next five days! Meal planning has never been so easy. Happy dining!
