Hampton Road Winery in Surry County, Virginia.

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From Field to Fork in Surry County, Virginia

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Whether you’re a seasoned local foodie or a visitor looking for an ideal meal or special ingredients, exploring the culinary scene in rural Surry County, Virginia is an appetizing adventure. The combination of warm hospitality, unique dining options, and unforgettable field to fork adventure makes Surry a truly inviting destination for anyone who enjoys good food.

Tasty Wines and Sure-Footed Goats

Produce from Sunflow Farm Produce being sold at a market in Surry County, Virginia.

A sunny afternoon is the perfect time to seize the day with scenic views, supreme spirits, and calming conversations at Hampton Roads Winery. The winery offers exceptional wines, a peaceful vineyard experience, and unique on-site attractions like the World’s Tallest Goat Tower. Grab a glass and watch the goats frolic up and down the tower. Kids and dogs are also invited, so bring the whole family and create a lasting memory.

The Freshest Ingredients

This small agricultural community provides great opportunities for guests to purchase the ingredients for delectable meals directly from local farm producers. Seasonal produce is available at many of Surry’s local farms and farm stands, and some businesses encourage guests to get into the fields and pick their own. Find the hottest peppers, organic sweet potatoes, non-GMO and pesticide-free berries, apples galore, and artisan-breed Mangalista pork products at farms in Surry County.

We Really Have the Meats

At Meats of Virginia, you’ll find pork, poultry, and beef, but this shop is much more than the neighborhood butcher shop. This business boasts an extensive array of exotic meats, including buffalo, bison, wild boar, ostrich, and alligator. Their whole hogs, ranging from 6-pound suckling pigs to 160-pound hogs, are a great choice for family gatherings and dinner parties. The seafood selection is equally impressive, featuring fresh Virginia and North Carolina seafood, including blue crabs, oysters, clams, mussels, shrimp, and a variety of fish. The deli counter at Meats of Virginia should be a dining landmark all on its own making deliciously memorable sandwiches, wraps, salads, and subs.

A shrimp salad served in a fried tortilla bowl on a plate being served at a restaurant in Surry County, Virginia.

Waterfront Dining Awaits

The Surry Seafood Company Restaurant is a dining destination known for its fresh local seafood, live entertainment, and picturesque waterfront setting. While the diverse menu has something for everyone, standout seafood dishes have long garnered local acclaim. Start with some Boom Tiki Shrimp or oysters Rockefeller before moving on to menu standards such as the Company Seafood Platter, the stuffed flounder, or the surf n’ turf. Sit back and enjoy deliciously prepared seafood while taking in the scenic views of Gray’s Creek, just off the James River.

Stay Now or Come Back Later

Local accommodations are available at The Surry Seafood Company or Chippokes State Park. The latter is one of the oldest continuously farmed properties in British North America, as fields within the park have been cultivated since 1619. A well-equipped campground, yurts, and cottages are available to extend your visit while in Surry County, Virginia.

Plan your trip to Surry County at SurryCountyTourism.com.