Henry Clay Inn
Henry Clay Inn, 114 N. Railroad Ave.We invite you to step into the warmth, charm, and hospitality of The Henry Clay Inn®. Our Georgian-style Inn is a centerpiece in historic Ashland, “The Center of the Universe!” Enjoy the warm welcome of our lobby with a gorgeous fireplace and sitting area and our Drawing Room with its own fireplace, perfect for your next event or meeting. The Drawing Room opens onto our spacious porch for sitting back and enjoying the sights and sounds of Ashland and is particularly popular with our train fans. Our cozy breakfast area provides the perfect spot to enjoy our newly re-opened kitchen for full breakfast or just sip a cup of tea or coffee and read the morning paper. The majority of our guest rooms are on our second floor, which also features a parlor with fireplace and is the ideal gathering spot for good conversation or to curl up with a good book and opens onto a lovely second-floor porch. Our selection of 13 rooms offers a variety of choices for your overnight stay and all feature private baths.Breakfast and Brunch are available to our overnight-lodging guests every day of the week and to the public on Saturday & Sunday: 8 am – 2 pm.https://www.henryclayinn.comShort History of the Henry Clay Inn and The Ashland HotelThe very first of three hotels stood just north of our present location and was called the Ashland Hotel. This hotel was built in 1858 and was destroyed by fire in 1905. The old Ashland Hotel provided weekend getaways for Richmonders who made the trip by rail to enjoy the country air. The Civil War closed the hotel for 10 years. In 1868 Randolph-Macon College moved the college to Ashland and acquired the hotel and other buildings for classrooms and dorms.The second hotel built and the first to be named The Henry Clay Inn® was built on the original site of the Ashland Hotel in 1906. This inn was enjoyed for the next 40 years by R-MC students for balls and parties and later as living accommodations for newlyweds until suitable housing could be afforded. This inn burnt down to the ground on February 27, 1946. There were no injuries and most of the town’s residents turned out to help put out the fire.The present day Henry Clay Inn opened on April 10, 1992. The exterior of the inn is an exact replica of its predecessors.
Homemades by Suzanne
Homemades by Suzanne, 102 N. Railroad Ave.Come spend lunch with friends.Established in 1982, Homemades by Suzanne offers more than 30 years of catering excellence. Homemades by Suzanne was voted "Best Caterer" for 5 years by readers of Richmond Magazine and received 1st place in both categories of the "No Ham Biscuits" creative catering contest.Our food is prepared fresh daily by our professional and experienced staff.Homemades by Suzanne offers full service catering for corporate and social events, easy "Carry Out" catering, boxed lunches, deli buffet trays, gift baskets, homemade breads, and bakery items.http://www.homemadesbysuzanne.comRestaurant Hours – Tuesday-Friday: 9 am – 2 pm; Saturday: 9 am – 3 pm
NewFound Gathering Place & Eatery
NewFound Gathering Place & Eatery, 100 N. Railroad Ave.Serves handcrafted foods and beverages! We provide a portion of profits to support respite camps for foster families.Gather with good friends. Graze on good food.https://www.facebook.com/pg/NewFoundGatheringPlace/Wednesday-Sunday: 8 am – 8 pm
The Ironhorse Restaurant
The Ironhorse Restaurant, 100 S. Railroad Ave.For over 18 years, the Ironhorse has served fine food and drink at the corner of the busiest rail line in the East. It’s difficult to miss – our two-story sign is an undeniable landmark in Ashland, VA where you’re always “Welcome back.”http://www.ironhorserestaurant.comMonday-Friday:Lunch: 11:30 am – 2:30 pm; Dinner: 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm; Bar and lite fare: 2:30 pm – 10 pmSaturday:Lunch: 12 pm – 2:30 pm; Dinner: 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm; Bar and lite fare: 2:30 pm – 10 pmSunday:Brunch 10 am – 2:30 pmShort History of 100 S. Railroad Ave.Duncan Balfour “D.B.” Cox, 27, opened his first store in 1867 in an addition he built onto his residence on the east side of the railroad tracks, where the library is today. He sold general merchandise including hats and shoes, dry goods and notions, hardware, confectionery, stationery, and fancy articles.In 1913, D.B. Cox and his nephew James M. Cox purchased two adjoining lots at the southwest corner of Railroad Avenue and Thompson Street. Here they built a two-story department store. D.B. Cox died in 1925 and James M. Cox continued running D.B. Cox and Co. Department Store until his death in1951. When the business was sold in 1955, it was the oldest business in Ashland. Today, the first floor is home to the Ironhorse Restaurant and the second floor is the office of McKinney & Company.You can find out more about Ashland's historic downtown buildings and how they are being used now on the Historic Downtown Tour.
Origin Beer Lab
Origin Beer Lab, 106 S. Railroad Ave.Origin Beer Lab was built for research, development, and teaching of all things beer. As our sister company Center of the Universe Brewing Company (COTU) increases its distribution footprint in Virginia, it is important to us that we are able to continually tweak, enhance, and create new beers. Origin allows COTU more room and an adequate pilot system to do this on. At Origin, we'll be tweaking recipes, creating new ones, and experimenting with sours on a system that is completely scaleable.One of the reasons we love making beer is experimenting with new flavors and techniques. Origin will allow our brewers to explore some innovative andcreative brewing without impacting the capacity of our current operation. Our inner nerds are very excited!http://www.originbeerlab.com Wednesday-Thursday: 4pm – 9pm Friday: 4 pm – 10 pm Saturday: 1 pm – 10 pm Sunday: 11 am – 6 pmShort History of 106 S. Railroad Ave.Early in the morning of July 26, 1893, a major fire destroyed or heavily damaged most of the businesses on the west side of the tracks. The 1893 fire started in a stable behind Mrs. Sinclair’s new millinery and jewelry shop, but she did not rebuild. Where her store had been at 106 S. Railroad Ave., J.G. Hughes built a two-story building for his drug store. He had opened his store in 1889 on England Street, and in 1901, he moved into his new building. Look up at the roofline and you can still see his name carved in a cement plaque. Today Origin Beer Lab is on the first floor and The Tinder Guest House is on the second floor.
The Caboose Market & Café
The Caboose Market & Café, 108 S. Railroad Ave.http://caboosewine.comThe Caboose Market & Café has been providing the Hanover and greater Richmond area the finest selection of wine, beer and specialty foods since 1997. Located on the railroad tracks of historic Ashland, Virginia, we offer the friendly service you’d expect from a small town, and a selection that is sure to surprise and delight: Diverse and affordable wines from all over the world Extensive selection of local and national craft beers Imported cheeses and snack meats Food and snacks from Virginia’s Finest producers Monthly specials and weekly wine tastingsCome over for the best prices on your favorite standbys or try something new. We’re happy to offer advice, find what you’re looking for, or make your next get-together something special. Don’t forget about our popular Wine Tastings! Keep up-to-date on our schedule of events on our Facebook and Twitter feeds!Specials: Monday: $3 Drafts Tuesday: Tapas Tuesday (Buy Two, Get One Free) Wednesday: Date Night! ($35: share for two plate, two entrees, a dessert and bottle of wine) Thursday: 9 oz Wine Pours Friday: 5-7:30 Wine Tasting (First Friday – Beer Flights) Saturday: No Corkage Fees on Wine Hours: Monday-Thursday: 7 am – 8 pm Friday: 7 am – 10 pm Saturday: 8:30 am – 10 pmShort History of 108 S. Railroad Ave.Between 1869 and 1920, D.B. Cox established two stores on this site. Cox built the current brick building after the original wooden structure burned in the fire of 1893. Initially used for general merchandise, in 1914, the building became the grocery, hardware and feed part of Cox’s business. He sold it to Puryear & Napier in 1920, and today, The Caboose Market & Café is located here.
Trackside Grill
Trackside Grill, 301 S. Railroad Ave.The Trackside Grill, whose name was derived as an intended pun, has nothing to do with the railroad it lies next to, but rather the pictures of local and famous racehorses that line the walls inside. And, "if the walls could talk...," one would learn of all the past businesses it has housed including a bowling alley, a gym, a supply store, several other restaurants, and most notably, the first real movie theater in Ashland.Some local characters, and even our own staff, claim that the restaurant is still haunted!http://www.tracksidegrillva.comSunday-Thursday: Lunch 11 am – 5 pm; Dinner 5 pm – 9 pmFriday & Saturday: Lunch 11 am – 5 pm; Dinner 5 pm – 10 pmShort History of 301 S. Railroad Ave.This building was first used as a movie theatre. There was a balcony for African-Americans and white patrons sat on the main floor. A new theatre was built in 1948. The new theatre wasn't integrated until the 1970s and it did not have a balcony for non-whites. Blacks continued to use this theatre until it was sold in 1958 and became a stationery store.
Cross Bros. Grocery
Cross Bros. Grocery, 107-109 S. Railroad Ave.Ashland's local grocery store since 1912. Fresh fish on Thursday. Friday it's rotisserie chicken. Meat cut to order. Local produce in season. We deliver.R-MC students, show your ID and a 5% discount.https://www.facebook.com/crossbrosgroceryMonday-Thursday: 8 am – 6 pmFriday: 8 am – 7 pmSaturday: 8 am – 6 pmShort history of 107 S. Railroad Ave.Brothers Herbert J. and Walter N. Cross opened their grocery store at 107 S. Railroad Ave. on May 12, 1912. The original frame structure was replaced with the brick building now in use. The store has been enlarged four times.
Jake's Place
Jake's Place Restaurant & Market, 511 Thompson St.We love great food— and we're pretty sure you do too. Our pride shows in the slow cooked smoked barbecue and brisket, the care and love in the Yohman's Fresh Garden Salsa and John's Secret Marinara Sauce. Try our Priddy Burger. It's made proudly in honor of Sumpter Priddy who was crucial part of making Jake's Place a reality. Great food, amazing people and a loving community. That's southern comfortable food.http://www.jakesplaceashland.comTuesday-Saturday: Lunch 11 am – 2 pm; Dinner 5 – 9 pmSunday: Lunch 11 am — 3 pm
Sugar Fix Bakery
Sugar Fix Bakery, 105-B England St.A Vintage Bakery – We offer a variety of custom-decorated sugar cookies as well as other locally-baked goodies. We have fresh menu items daily.http://sugarfixbakery.comTuesday-Friday: 11 am – 5 pmSaturday: 9 am – 3 pmSunday & Monday: Closed
Sweet Frog Center of the Universe
Sweet Frog Center of the Universe, 210 England St.Stop by our store for your favorite frozen treat and a super fun place to visit with family and friends. We have a clean, family-friendly environment with bright colors, a variety of apparel and toys to purchase, and regular visits from our loveable mascots Scoop and Cookie. At Sweet Frog, we have a large variety of delicious flavors, a huge toppings bar, and plenty of seating for all of our friends.https://www.facebook.com/SweetFrogCenteroftheUniverse/Sunday-Thursday: 12 – 9 pmFriday-Saturday: 12 – 10 pm
Pie Hole Pizza
Pie Hole Craft Pizza & Beer, 412 England St. Neapolitan Style Pizza. 900º Brick Oven.Some say making dough is an art…we say, nah, it’s math. It’s all about determining the right ratio of just 4 ingredients, 00 flour, yeast, water, and salt.Well, we did…and it’s delicious!We then take our dough, top it with whole peeled tomatoes for our red pizza or a unique blend of cheeses for our white pizza, add our toppings andfire it at 900° for 70 seconds.The result is mouthwatering Neapolitan style pizza that you can’t wait to shove in your pie hole!http://www.pieholepizzarva.comSunday-Thursday: 11 am – 10 pmFriday and Saturday: 11 am – 11 pm
Sportspage Grille Ashland
Sportspage Grille Ashland, 504 England St.Every Monday is wing night. Every Thursday is shrimp night.http://www.sportspagebarandgrille.comSunday-Thursday: 11 am – 11 pmFriday-Saturday: 11 am – midnight
England Street Tavern
England Street Tavern, 407 England St.Serves lunch, dinner, drinks and coffeeKnown for it's excellent Country Music acts and Rock acts every weekend, England Street Tavern has quickly become the very best place to meet up with friends, grab a bite to eat, have a few drinks, shoot some pool, throw some darts or just catch a ball game or live music event! We offer great live music every Friday and Saturday nights, as well as college night on Thursdays, with different food and drink specials all week long. We carry the extended sports package, giving us almost every college game each week, as well as the NFL package and MLB package, so there is barely ever a game we miss! Specializing in our wings and our burgers (all of which are never frozen and our sauces are all hand made), you will find that we have some of the BEST food in the Richmond area to go along with your viewing experience. With never a shortage of something to do or watch at England Street, we are your total package for a night on the town, all wrapped up in one place!https://www.facebook.com/EnglandStreetTavern/ Sunday: 11:30 am – 1 am Monday: 11:30 am – 12:30 am Tuesday: 11:30 am – 1 am Wednesday-Saturday: 11:30 am – 2 am
Virginia Barbeque
Virginia Barbeque, 600 England St.http://www.virginiabbq.com/our-story
Top China
Top China, 435 England St.Top's China Chinese restaurant offers delicious dining and carryout to Ashland, Virginia.http://www.topschinaashland.com/home-page/Monday-Thursday: 11 am – 10 pmFriday-Saturday: 11 am – 11 pmSunday: Noon – 10 pm
