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.

(540) 639-9669

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.

(540) 639-1282

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.

(540) 639-5793

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.

(540) 731-4879

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

Rocas

Mexican

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

(540) 731-4111

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.

(540) 633-0051

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.

(540) 267-3434

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.

(540) 633-3940

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

Radford Inn (formerly Quality Inn / Best Western)

1501 Tyler Avenue(540) 838-2115

Full-service, pet-friendly hotel near Radford University and Virginia Tech with free high-speed internet, free parking, complimentary hot breakfast, and rooms with refrigerators and microwaves.

Highlights: Free breakfast & Wi-Fi, pet-friendly, 100% smoke-free

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham

1450 Tyler Avenue(540) 633-3100

Renovated rooms with free hot breakfast and high-speed internet. Fitness center, meeting rooms, and on-site Bistro Restaurant & Bar. Conveniently located on Tyler Avenue near Radford University.

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

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.

(540) 838-2399

"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.

(540) 838-2229

Wed–Thu 4–9pm, Fri 3–9pm, Sat 12–9pm, Sun 1–7pm

JBR Vineyards & Winery

Vineyard & Winery

Boutique farm winery offering wine tastings and a relaxing setting. Tastings Sat 12–5pm, Sun 1–5pm, and by appointment. (Call ahead — GPS directions can be unreliable.)

(540) 250-7291

Wine tastings, local vintages

Shops & Retail

Garrett & Meg's

Upscale men's and women's clothing and accessories at 1136 E Main Street

(540) 639-3841

P.R. Sturgill Fine Jewelry

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

(540) 639-6391

Brad's Barber Shop

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

(540) 838-2109

NRVShipping

Shipping, packing, mailing, printing, and notary services at 1804 E Main Street — UPS, FedEx, USPS & DHL

(540) 731-3204

Elliot's Military Surplus

Camouflage, field gear, fishing tackle, licenses & permits at 2114 W Main Street

(540) 639-1038

Grocery & Essentials

Food City

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

(540) 744-3376

Food Lion

Grocery store with everyday essentials

(540) 639-9725

Rural King

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

(540) 731-1070

CVS

Pharmacy, photo department, snacks & essentials

(540) 731-9533

Radford Drug

Local family-owned pharmacy with personalized service

(540) 639-3996

Goodwill

Secondhand clothing, furniture, and household items

(540) 639-9027

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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

David Stephens Plumbing & Electrical

Family-owned, full-service plumbing, drain, and electrical repairs — 24-hour emergency service, affordable pricing, serving Montgomery & Pulaski Counties

Mitcham Repair Service, Inc.

Plumbing, heating, and electrical repairs — 24/7 emergency service, BBB accredited, fully licensed & insured. Based in Riner, serving the NRV.

Ridgeway Plumbing and Gas

24-hour emergency service at 203 Berkley St, Radford — residential and commercial plumbing and gas line work

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain

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

Electrical

Danny's Electrical Service

Family-owned residential electrician serving Radford and the NRV — panel upgrades, LED lighting, surge protection, 24-hour emergency service

Kenley Electric, Inc.

Virginia Class A Electrical Contractor serving Radford, Blacksburg, Christiansburg, Giles, Floyd, and Pulaski counties — free estimates, 24/7 emergency service

Mountain View Electric Company

Residential and commercial electrical work — new construction, generator installation, and troubleshooting. Serves the Radford area

Bell Electric

Electrical service and construction in the New River Valley since 1981 — repairs, installations, and upgrades

HVAC (Heating & Cooling)

New River Heating & Air

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

Little River Heating & Air Conditioning

40 years combined 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.

60+ years serving the NRV (Hiwassee-based) — custom homes, additions, remodeling, roofing, siding, and decks. Licensed and fully insured

Sams Brothers, Inc.

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

Century Home Builders

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

Better Nest Homes, LLC

Radford-based general contractor (710 Tyler Ave) — BBB accredited

Setter Construction, LLC

Custom home builder in Fairlawn serving the NRV — by appointment. BBB accredited

Roofing

NRV Roofing & Sheet Metal

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 — free estimates, storm response, BBB accredited

Landscaping & Lawn Care

Precision Landscaping, LLC

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

Stone Lawn Care

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

Back to Nature Landscaping

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

Horizon Lawn Care & Landscape

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 — tree removal, hardscaping, lawn care, snow plowing. 24/7 availability

Handyman & Carpentry

Mike's Handyman Service, LLC

Locally owned, family-operated — serving Radford, Blacksburg, Christiansburg, Dublin & Belspring. 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 (4042 Bains Chapel Rd) — carpentry, handyman services, and house painting

Norman's Cabinetry

Custom hand-built cabinets since 1965 with a Radford showroom (1116 W Main St) 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 — interior/exterior painting, drywall, pressure washing. 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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