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Hike and Food Pairings
A guide to amazing hikes and local food stops
 The Intro
So there you are on the way back home. You are a dusty, dirty,  sore, and yet grateful for the glorious adventure & ready to post to your Instagram until (mood killer alert)..... grumble grumble! Your hunger kicks in. (and your h-anger). Your post adventure drive back hits a snag.  But wait ! You begin to recite what you packed for the adventure : trail bars, shoes, jacket, backpack, weather check, gas and directions to your remote destinations but ...... not  information on any local food stops!  It sure is super easy to slide right on over to fast food but is that way to curtain close a day or weekend of big summit views? Lets get you the inside knowledge to some great local eats alongside some incredible trails and finish your adventure off right!
              All recommendations have been personally experienced and happily enjoyed by Into the Yonder.

OLD DOMINION DOGGERY & BURGER SHOPPE
location: 
133 E KING ST. STRASBURG, VIRGINIA

EXPLORE THE DOGGERY
WHY STOP HERE: Strasburg sits on the corner of two major interstates (66 and 81) makingb it accesible to many excursions and adventures. The Doggery is authentic, its small and cozy perfect for families and growling bellies. 

LETS TALK MENU: Think of anything and now add it to a hot dog !  aside from allowing your imagination to run wild, the Doggery offers their own hot dog recipes to choose from.  How about this fun one? FRITO BANDITO consisting of Chili, Nacho Cheese, Jalapenos & Fritos . The must have side item to their meals is their boardwalk French fries. The fries are large cut, skin on potato fries, yet the secret comes in how they prepare the fries!  The Doggery also offers burgers and salads as well. Now that you are salivating... finish the meal off with something from their homemade baked goods....

Best summary: guaranteed to make you a kid again with a delicious hot dog and fries.

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Roccos Italian restaurant
LOCATION: 1357 CHAIN BRIDGE ROAD. MCLEAN , VIRGINIA

EXPLORE ROCCOS PIZZA
WHY STOP HERE:  Mclean is a bustling little burbia town outside of Washington D.C that is also home to the C.I.A and sits shoulder to shoulder with Great Falls National Park. 

LETS TALK MENU: Rocco's is a family institution in Mclean, with amazing bites and best for last, their pizza. The menu also includes wings, gluten free items and more!
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THE BEST SUMMARY:  Is there a better way to share stories of the days adventure then over a large pizza? If you love mom and pop cooking and a place that treats you like family, then be sure to mark Rocco's as a destination for your belly. 

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Jalisco Mexican Restaurant
LOCATION: 9403 South Congress St. New Market Virginia

EXPLORE JALISCO

WHY STOP HERE:  New Market, Virginia along Interstate 81 is the answer to many of your adventure stomach grumbles. Perfectly positioned to support your hikes in the George Washington National Forest, this little nook of a town deliver mountain views while you eat.

Lets talk menu: A perfect joint to fill your fancy on tacos, and authentic Mexican cuisine. 

THE BEST SUMMARY:  Experience their outdoor dining area ideal to gorge on food and mountain views!

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Rappahannock Pizza Kitchen
location:12018 Lee Highway Sperryville, VA 22740

EXPLORE RPK

WHY STOP HERE: Sperryville sits on Route 211, the gateway to Shenandoah national Park , Thornton Gap Entrance. It also happens to be a neighbors to iconic Old Rag mountain.
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LET’S TALK MENU: Holy cow is there nothing better than filling your face and stomach with a pizza pie. RPK's secret is its 10,000 lbs wood burning oven and blending classic toppings with some unique creations.

THE BEST SUMMARY:  Enjoy a pizza pie outside on a picnic table while the mountains toast to your adventure. Your belly will thank you, your eyes will thank you.

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Bear Chase Brewing Company
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location
: 33665 Bear Chase Lane. Bluemont, Virginia

EXPLORE Bear Chase

WHY STOP HERE: Toast your day's adventure with big bold views, award winning pints and good grub.
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LET’S TALK MENU: A traditional standard brewery fare with pizza and pretzels however weekends are chalk full of great food trucks and live events!

THE BEST SUMMARY:  The views are silly, the relaxation is real and the food hits the spot. All within a mile of the trailhead......

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  • Articles
    • Basics >
      • Health & Safety >
        • Hikers First Aid Kit Essentials
        • Hikers Safety Guide
        • The Black Bear
        • Ticks
        • Trail Food Guide
        • Trail Training >
          • Work Up : OLD RAG
          • Work Up : Mount Rogers
          • Work Up : Mount Marshall
      • How to plan for a hike
      • Realities of Hiking
      • Virginia outdoor environmental organizations
    • Destinations >
      • Bluemont, VA
      • Delaplane, VA
      • Fayetteville, WV
      • Grayson Highlands, VA
      • Natural Bridge, VA
      • Sperryville, VA
      • Strasburg VA
    • Hike Lists >
      • Beginner Trails
      • Bucket List Hikes
      • Maryland trails to explore
      • Romantic Hikes
      • Shenandoah National Park Hidden Gems
      • Short but tough hikes
      • Summer Blockbuster Trails
      • Top Swimming Holes
      • Top Day Hikes Shenandoah National Park
      • Top Washington DC trails
      • Top Spring Hiking Trails
      • Top Summit Hikes not in a national park
      • Toughest Virginia Hikes
      • Northern Virginia Trails for Dogs
      • Virginia Fall Hikes
      • Waterfall Hikes
      • West Virginia Trails
    • Experiences >
      • Dark Sky Parks
      • Hike & Brew Pairings
      • Hike & Food Pairings
      • Hikers Streaming Guide
      • Must visit spaces & places in Virginia
      • Winter Hiking
    • Family on the trail >
      • Family Friendly Trails
      • Parents Guide to Family Hiking
      • Six Hikes for 5 and under
      • Top Kids Trails Shenandoah National Park
      • Ultimate Kids Trail Guide
    • Gear Guide >
      • Beginner Hikers Must Haves
      • Bicycles 101
      • Gear Reviews >
        • Merrell MQM3 Review
        • Merrell Nova II
        • Exo Spikes
        • National Park App
        • Nike Juniper Trail
        • Relive App
      • Layering
      • Trail Shoe Guide
      • Trail Sock Guide
  • Trail Finder
    • Maryland Trail Finder
    • Northern Virginia Trail Finder
    • West Virginia Trail Finder
    • Shenandoah National Park >
      • Bearfence Mountain
      • Blackrock Summit
      • Bootens Gap
      • Brown Gap
      • Bucks Hollow
      • Chimney and Calvary Rock
      • Compton Gap
      • Dark Hollow -Rose River
      • Double Bear Bocks
      • Furnace Mountain
      • Hawksbill Gap
      • Hazel Falls
      • Hightop Mountain
      • Lewis Falls
      • Little Devil Stairs
      • Marys Rock
      • Millers Head
      • Mill Prong
      • Mount Marshall
      • Old Rag Mountain
      • Overall Run Falls
      • Robertson Mountain
      • Stony Man
      • South River Falls
      • Sugarloaf Loop SNP
      • Turk Mountain
      • White Oak Canyon
    • Central Virginia >
      • Bear Church Rock
      • Big Scloss
      • Blue Ridge Tunnel
      • Copernicus Ridge
      • Duncan Knob
      • Emerald Pond
      • Fridley Gap Trail
      • Hidden Rocks
      • Jawbone Gap Overlook
      • Kennedy Peak
      • Kepler Overlook
      • Little Schloss
      • North Mountain
      • Strickler Knob
      • Tibbet Knob
      • Veach Gap
      • Yoda Overlook
    • Southern Virginia >
      • Barneys Wall
      • Bear Creek Lake Loop
      • Big House Mountain
      • Bottoms Creek Gorge Preserve
      • Buffalo Mountain Preserve
      • Cedar Cliffs
      • Cascade Falls
      • Cole Mountain
      • Crabtree Falls
      • Devils Marbleyard
      • Dragons Tooth
      • Elliot Knob
      • Fortunes Cove
      • Hay Rock
      • High Bridge Trail
      • Humpback Rock
      • McaFee Knob
      • Mount Pleasant
      • Mount Rogers
      • Paul's Creek Trail
      • Rock Castle Gorge
      • Sharp Top
      • Stiles Falls
      • St. Marys Wilderness
      • The Channels
      • The Priest
      • The Triple Crown
      • Tinker Cliffs
    • Trail Ratings
  • Shop
  • Subscribe