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Hollins University - Off-Campus DiningCollege Prowler3.08
Quick Stats
Best Breakfast
- Mill Mountain Coffee & Tea
Best Healthy
- Happy Belly Deli in the Food Co-op
Best Wings
- Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar
Best Place to Take Your Parents
- Regency Room (Hotel Roanoke)
College Prowler Take
Most students are quite pleased with the variety of restaurants in Roanoke. Unfortunately, only two (Hollywood’s and Lew’s) are within walking distance. Student favorites are all clustered downtown, which is about a 15-minute drive. There, you can find whatever your heart desires, whether it is Thai, Indian, burgers, wraps, seafood, or whatever. Students are in agreement that the food is out of this world. In fact, many are surprised to find such an array of diverse cuisines in such a small city. On the whole, the downtown restaurants are independently owned.
The chain restaurants can be found near Valley View Mall. While there’s usually not a huge price difference between the two, some students head to the chains because they are closer to Hollins and closer to the mall. Unfortunately, most restaurants do not offer student discounts. Since Roanoke is not too much of a college town, the local establishments are more accustomed to catering to an older crowd. There are a few places downtown that could break your budget, but there are also plenty of affordable alternatives. The most popular hangout spot for Hollins students is Mill Mountain Coffee & Tea. The atmosphere is relaxed, and the management doesn’t mind if you stick around a while to read or to work on your laptop. Students looking for a night out usually pair the Olive Garden with the Valley View Grande Theatre or Grace’s Place with the Grandin Theatre. Hollywood’s is a very popular spot for their desserts, baked goods, and wine selection, also.
Students Speak Out
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HolMS says: Hollins University 2010 Area, Ethnic, Cultural, and Gender Studies  |
There are only a couple of...
There are only a couple of restaurants in the immediate vicinity (Hollywood's, Veranda Bistro), but there are lots of options once you head into downtown Roanoke (Metro, Wasabi's, Macado's, and many more). Also, Roanoke is home to a great independent coffee chain, Mill Mountain Coffee. It's a great place to get a cup of coffee, hang out, or do homework.
Off-Campus Dining: March 08, 2009
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HolMH says: Hollins University 2010 English Language and Literature |
There are lots of great places to...
There are lots of great places to eat in Roanoke, but most of them require a car to reach, though there is a shuttle service off campus every weekend. A very popular restaurant that is within walking distance would be Hollywood's, best known for their incredible desserts.
Off-Campus Dining: March 07, 2009
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Anonymous says: |
I come from a big city and was all...
I come from a big city and was all geared up to be disappointed with the restaurant scene in Roanoke. I was totally wrong, and I’m so happy about that. I’ve had some of the best Thai and Indian food of my life in Roanoke. You definitely need to try Swagat and Nawab! |
Anonymous says: |
Hollywood’s is a standard for when...
Hollywood’s is a standard for when there’s nothing good in the cafeteria. If you’re up for a drive, Grace’s Place has the best pizza. For a pricey night out, there are plenty of places downtown. When your parents are in town, definitely have them take you to Hotel Roanoke for dinner. If you are looking for a cheap lunch downtown, I would suggest the Little Dipper. Not only do they have really good sandwiches, but they’ve got the most amazing smoothies. The peaches ‘n cream smoothie is the best. |
Anonymous says: |
The Thai place downtown is so...
The Thai place downtown is so good. I think that Hollins should just hire some of the local chefs in Roanoke to work in our cafeteria. I’m serious about this. A lot of the local restaurants use a lot of really fresh local produce. Why can’t we have that? |
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Hollins University? FactsStudent Favorites
- Mill Mountain Coffee & Tea
- Nawab Indian Cuisine
- Swagat Indian Cuisine
- The Little Dipper
Other Places to Check Out
Grocery Stores
Food Lion
4812 Hollins Rd. NE, North Roanoke
(540) 563-9704
Kroger
7223 Williamson Rd. NW, North Roanoke
(540) 563-0110
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Roanoke Natural Foods
1319 Grandin Rd. SW, Grandin Village
(540) 343-5652
Restaurant Listing
Arzu
International
213 Williamson Rd., Downtown
(540) 982-7160
www.arzurestaurant.com
Price: $15-$25
Hours: Monday–Friday 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m., Saturday 4:30 p.m.–10 p.m.
Café Soliel
Coffeeshop
7214 Williamson Rd., North Roanoke
(540) 777-4563
Price: $2-$8
Get ice cream from the local Homestead Creamery.
Hours: Sunday–Friday 6:30 a.m.–5 p.m., Saturday 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Hollywood's Restaurant & Bakery
American
7770 Williamson Rd., North Roanoke
(540) 362-1812
Price: $5-$15
Home of the legendary “Better Than Sex Cake.”
Hours: Monday–Saturday 11 a.m.–10 p.m.
Lew's Restaurant
American
7707 Williamson Rd., North Roanoke
(540) 563-5332
Price: $2-$8
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11 a.m.–9 p.m., Friday 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Saturday 12 p.m.–9 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m.–5 p.m.
Mill Mountain Coffee & Tea
Coffeeshop
112 Campbell Ave., Downtown
(540) 342-9404
Price: $2-$8
Hours: Monday–Thursday 6:30 a.m.–11 p.m., Friday 6:30 p.m.–12 a.m., Saturday 7 a.m.–12 a.m., Sunday 8 a.m.–11 p.m.
Nawab Indian Cuisine
Indian
118 Campbell Ave., Downtown
(540) 345-5150
www.nawabrestaurant.com
Price: $5-$15
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., Sunday–Thursday 5 p.m.–10 p.m., Sunday 5 p.m.–11 p.m.
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
Italian
1925 Valley View Blvd., Mall Area
(540) 362-0417
www.olivegarden.com
Price: $5-$15
Hours: Sunday–Thursday 10:45 a.m.–10 p.m., Friday–Saturday 10:45 a.m.–11 p.m.
Regency Room (Hotel Roanoke)
International
110 Shenandoah Ave., Downtown
(540) 985-5900
Price: $10-$20
Outdoor dining on the veranda
Hours: Daily 5 p.m.–10 p.m.
Swagat Indian Cuisine
Indian
303 First St., Downtown
(540) 342-4887
Price: $5-$15
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 5 p.m.–10 p.m., Friday 5 p.m.–10:30 p.m., Saturday 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m., 5 p.m.–10:30 p.m., Sunday 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m., 5 p.m.–10 p.m.
Szechuan Chinese Cuisine
Chinese
1390 Townsquare Blvd., North Roanoke
(540) 563-5166
Price: $10-$20
Best take-out around!
Hours: Daily 11 a.m.–10 p.m.
T.G.I. Friday's
American
4869 Valley View Blvd., Mall Area
(540) 362-1475
www.fridays.com
Price: $5-$15
Hours: Daily 11 a.m.–2 a.m.
Texas Tavern
Hotdogs and burgers
114 Church Ave., Downtown
(540) 342-4825
Price: $2-$8
Hours: Daily 24 hours
The Fried Pickle
American
40 Summers Way, Botetourt
(540) 992-3791
thefriedpickle.com
Price: $5-$10
‘50s-style diner with fried pickles!
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11 a.m.–9 p.m., Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–10 p.m.
The Little Dipper
Ice cream, sandwiches
Farmer's Market, 209 Market St., Downtown
(540) 982-6971
Price: $2-$8
Hours: Daily 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Tong's Thai
Thai
19 Salem Ave., Downtown
(540) 344-7732
Price: $5-$15
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11 a.m.–9:30 p.m., Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m.–9 p.m.
Zak's Café
American
128 Campbell Ave., Downtown
(540) 343-6900
Price: $10-$20
Hours: Monday–Tuesday 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m., Wednesday–Friday 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 5 p.m.–10 p.m., Saturday 5 p.m.–10 p.m.
Did You Know?Every Tuesday at Hollywood’s is “Hollins Night” where Hollins students can show a student ID for a 20 percent discount.
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