Radford Watch

Local Business Directory

Restaurants, hotels, home services, contractors, coffee shops, breweries, retail shops, and essential services in Radford, Virginia.

Restaurants & Dining

Sal's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria

Italian

Est. 1978

Authentic New York-style pizza, calzones, lasagna, and pasta. A Radford staple with a cozy atmosphere and private banquet facilities.

Popular: NY-style pizza, lasagna, chicken parmigiana

BT's Restaurant

American

Over 40 years

Traditional American meals in a laid-back setting near Radford University. Full menu served until midnight with weekend brunch specials.

Popular: French toast platter, steak omelets, burgers

Brick House Pizza

Pizza

Est. 2017

Wood-fired pizzas with classic and creative toppings. Known for crispy, artisan-style pies and traditional wings.

Popular: "The River" Margherita, "Farmer's Market" pizza, wings

Macado's

American / Sandwiches

Popular restaurant and bar at 510 E Main Street known for creative overstuffed sandwiches, burgers, wings, and comfort food. A college-town favorite with a huge menu and lively atmosphere.

Popular: Overstuffed sandwiches, Bang Bang Shrimp, Totchos, burgers

Rocas

Mexican

Authentic Mexican dining with fresh ingredients. Warm atmosphere and attentive service.

Popular: Chicken tortilla soup, "Tapatio" platter, "Costeño" fish

El Charro Mexican Grill

Mexican

Est. 2007

Authentic Mexican restaurant at 713 W Main Street founded by Valentin Soto and Raul Zarate. Full bar with beer, mixed drinks, and wine. Dine-in, curbside pickup, and online ordering available.

Popular: Texas Fajitas, Garlic Shrimp, Carnitas

Sharkey's Wing & Rib Joint

American / Sports Bar

Est. 2008

Downtown sports bar known for chicken wings, burgers, and comfort food. Wide selection of craft beers, daily specials, and happy hour.

Popular: Chicken wings, signature pork BBQ, craft beers

The River Company Restaurant & Brewery

American / Brewery

Family-owned restaurant and brewery on the New River, offering American classics and in-house brewed beer with river views.

Popular: Spicy Shrimp Pasta, Smothered Burger, house beers

Hotels & Lodging

Comfort Inn & Suites

2331 Tyler Road(540) 639-4800

Located off I-81, less than two miles from Carilion NRV Medical Center. Rooms with microwaves, refrigerators, and coffee makers. Free continental breakfast, fitness center, and high-speed internet.

Highlights: Free breakfast, close to hospital, fitness center, I-81 access

Quality Inn (formerly Best Western / Radford Inn)

1501 Tyler Avenue(540) 639-3000

Full-service hotel near Radford University and Virginia Tech with indoor pool, two conference spaces, free high-speed internet, microwaves, and refrigerators. Pets allowed for additional fee.

Highlights: Indoor pool, free breakfast buffet & Wi-Fi, pet-friendly, meeting spaces

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham

1450 Tyler Avenue(540) 633-3100

Renovated rooms with free hot breakfast and high-speed internet. Conveniently located on Tyler Avenue near Radford University.

Highlights: Free hot breakfast, renovated rooms, free Wi-Fi & parking

Super 8 by Wyndham Radford VA

1600 Tyler Avenue(540) 291-7492

Budget-friendly hotel off I-81 near Radford University and Bisset Park. Free 8-item SuperStart breakfast, Wi-Fi, parking for cars/trucks/RVs. Kids 17 and under stay free.

Highlights: Free breakfast, RV parking, near Bisset Park, Wyndham Rewards

Coffee, Breweries & Vineyards

Radford Coffee Company

Coffee Shop

Popular café near Bisset Park with brewed coffee classics, breakfast items, and a light, friendly atmosphere.

"The Power House" breakfast, iced Coco Moco, Greek yogurt bowls

Long Way Brewing

Craft Brewery

Radford's only nanobrewery in a renovated 1950s stone church at 501 2nd Street. Award-winning craft beers, live music, trivia, open mic nights, and rotating food trucks. A community gathering place revitalizing Radford's West End.

Wed–Thu 4–9pm, Fri 3–9pm, Sat 12–9pm, Sun 1–7pm · (540) 838-2229

JBR Vineyards

Vineyard & Winery

Local vineyard offering wine tastings and a relaxing setting in the Radford area.

Wine tastings, local vintages

Shops & Retail

Garrett & Meg's

Upscale men's and women's clothing and accessories

P.R. Sturgill Fine Jewelry

Family-owned since 1961 — pre-owned, estate, and antique jewelry, watches, and repairs

Brad's Barber Shop

Traditional barber shop at 115 3rd Ave — appointment only, classic cuts with neck shave and steam towel

New Wheel Bike Shop

Bicycle sales, repairs, and rentals

NRVShipping

Shipping, packing, and mailing services

Elliot's Military Surplus

Camouflage, field gear, fishing tackle, licenses & permits

Grocery & Essentials

Food City

Full-service grocery with meat counter, pharmacy, florist, deli, cakes & Starbucks

Food Lion

Grocery store with everyday essentials

Rural King

Farm & home store with tools, feed, clothing, and outdoor supplies

CVS

Pharmacy, photo department, snacks & essentials

Radford Drug

Local pharmacy with personalized service

Goodwill

Secondhand clothing, furniture, and household items

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Home Services & Contractors

Plumbers, electricians, HVAC, roofers, landscapers, handymen, painters, and general contractors serving Radford and the New River Valley. Always verify licensing and insurance before hiring.

Plumbing

Ridgeway Plumbing and Gas

24-hour emergency service in Radford — residential and commercial plumbing and gas line work

David Stephens Plumbing & Electrical

Christiansburg-based with 24+ years of experience — plumbing and electrical services across the NRV

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain

National chain serving Radford — 24/7 emergency service, drain cleaning, water heater repair, free estimates

Electrical

Danny's Electrical Service

Serving Christiansburg and the NRV for 28+ years — residential and commercial electrical work

Kenley Electric, Inc.

Virginia Class A Electrical Contractor serving Radford, Blacksburg, Christiansburg, Giles, Floyd, and Pulaski counties

Mountain View Electric Company

Local electrician providing residential and commercial services in the Radford area

Bell Electric

Electrical repairs, installations, and upgrades in the New River Valley

HVAC (Heating & Cooling)

New River Heating & Air

(540) 639-3540

Radford-based since 1986 — Lennox Premier Dealer, 24/7 emergency HVAC, NATE-certified technicians

Little River Heating & Air Conditioning

40 years experience — serves Radford, Christiansburg, Blacksburg. Free estimates, 1-year labor warranty

McGrady-Perdue Heating & Cooling

Christiansburg-based, serves Radford — 24-hour emergency service, generator installation, indoor air quality

Air Tech Heating & Cooling

Serves Radford, Blacksburg, Christiansburg, and Riner — gas log installation, water heaters

General Contractors & Builders

Built Right Construction, Inc.

50+ years experience in Radford — custom homes, garages, sunrooms, additions. Licensed and fully insured

Sams Brothers, Inc.

Licensed Class A general contractor in the NRV — A+ BBB rating, bonded and insured

Century Home Builders

Radford-based (5000 Graysontown Rd) — residential and commercial building, active VA licenses

Better Nest Homes, LLC

Radford-based general contractor — BBB accredited

Setter Construction, LLC

Radford-based general contractor — BBB accredited

Roofing

NRV Roofing & Sheet Metal

(540) 639-2373

Radford-based since 1995 — roof replacement, repair, gutters, chimney work, skylights. A+ BBB rating

Modern Day Roofing, LLC

Christiansburg-based roofing contractor serving the NRV — BBB accredited

Landscaping & Lawn Care

Precision Landscaping, LLC

(540) 808-9480

Radford native-owned — mowing, mulching, landscaping, leaf removal, snow removal. Exmark mowers

Stone Lawn Care

(540) 320-5279

Routine mowing, mulch, pruning, leaf cleanup, and snow removal in Radford, Blacksburg, Christiansburg

Back to Nature Landscaping

(540) 739-3947

Full-service landscaping, turf care, hardscaping, and construction — serves Radford and NRV

Horizon Lawn Care & Landscape

(540) 641-2035

Professional mowing, landscape design, aeration, and snow/ice management across the NRV

Curb Appeal Landscaping & Tree Service

Landscaping and tree service in the Radford area — in business since 2012, highly rated

Handyman & Carpentry

Mike's Handyman Service, LLC

Locally owned, family-operated — 27+ years serving the NRV. General repairs and maintenance

Blue Fox Carpentry

Remodeling and carpentry across the NRV — custom closets, garage storage, cabinet shop

S+W Handyman Solutions

Radford-based — carpentry, handyman services, and house painting

Norman's Cabinetry

Custom hand-built cabinets with a Radford showroom for design inspiration

Painting

Superior Painting

Residential interior and exterior painting, deck staining, power washing, and wallpaper removal in the NRV

Thompson Home Maintenance, LLC

Fairlawn-based — painting and home maintenance, A+ BBB rating

Troy Miller Painting

Operating since 2002 — free estimates, emergency services available

⚠️ Hiring a Contractor in Virginia

Virginia law requires a contractor's license for any work costing $1,000 or more. Verify licenses at the DPOR License Lookup. Always confirm insurance and get written estimates before work begins.

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