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Southern Inn Restaurant

37 South Main Street, Lexington, VA 24450
540-463-3612
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Ranked #3 of 37 restaurants in Lexington
Price range: $8 - $32
Cuisines: Contemporary
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Good for: Large groups, Doing business, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night, Dessert
Dining style: Casual Dining
Cross street: Nelson Street
Description: Located in Historic Lexington, Virginia, Southern Inn Restaurant is a successful mix of casual, but elegant dining. Proprietors George (chef) and Sue Ann Huger offer a contemporary, seasonal menu utilizing local produce, meats and other products, as well as fresh seafood and in-house baked goods.
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Denton, Maryland, United States
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7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

My son, two of my friends and I were touring Lexington and we stopped at the Southern Inn for lunch. Ahhhhh....such a delightful experience. A bit pricey but good none the less. Our waiter was a treat! He was very attentive to our needs and I rewarded him accordingly. However, I would not order a burger well done but more... More

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6 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

Had not been to the Southern Inn since my husband was at VMI in the late seventies. Big changes! The decor is lovely and the menu has a wide selection of both gourmet and homey offerings. Absolutely a favorite, you don't want to miss.

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Rexburg, ID
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

We have eaten at Southern Inn twice; the first time was excellent (meat loaf and veal) and led to our return visit. We were not as pleased the second time (monk fish) and feel if we are going to pay over $20 for a plate, that the food should be very good, and the portions ample, to justify the price.

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Midlothian, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013

A delightful meal. Nicely presented, very flavorful and with excellent service by Katie, our very congenial waitress.

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Greenville
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22 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2013

We had stopped by the Southern Inn several years ago and weren't planning to ever go back. However, as we were in Lexington on a Sunday night (translation=very few dining options) and the fact that several people recommended the Southern Inn, we gave it a shot. We were very pleasantly surprised. Excellent service and Excellent menu. It's not a perfectly... More

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Paris, France
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2013

We really enjoy the Southern Inn - it's almost like family ! And so is the menu, meatloaf being one of our favorites ! There are many selections - for both lunch and dinner - something for everyone. It's just all around friendly and the food is very good. Will definitely return !

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Charlotte, North Carolina
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14 restaurant reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2013

We ate at this place and had the pork. It was not the best nor the worst. It was recommended to us by the hotel; it is southern cooking which did not have much seasoning. Maybe if we had another dish on the menu it would have been better. High Price...Might try again.

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Fairfax, Virginia
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38 reviews 38 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2013

Food was very good. They have 8 beers on tap - had a DB VIenna Lager, brewed a few miles away. Both my wife and I began with a half Caesar Salad - plentiful and tasty. My wife had calves liver which she never has at home and was very pleased. I had a seared tuna, which I also enjoyed.... More

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Buffalo Grove, Illinois
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3 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013 via mobile

We were looking for a place with local character. The name appealed and we all had the southern fried chicken and it was great. The service was friendly and helpful.

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Bristol, Rhode Island
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5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

The freshest ingredients and great food! Server was so professional. A great dining experience. The restaurant has been in this location since 1932, we were told. The chef was clearly on top of his game. We really enjoyed our meals and our evening at the Southern Inn Restaurant.

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