Restaurant Week

January 16-25, 2026

#EATLIKEALOCAL

Frequently Asked Questions

Virginia’s River Realm’s Restaurant Week gives local, regional, and national food lovers the opportunity to enjoy amazing dishes at a number of casual and high-end brick-and-mortar restaurants, food trucks, farm stands, prepared foods, bay-to-table markets and retailers across our 9 Charming Small Towns. Restaurant Week’s goal is to position Virginia’s River Realm as one of the top culinary destinations in Virginia by increasing awareness of the many dining opportunities available in the area, as well as supporting local restauranteurs in the shoulder months and stimulating business and revenue for restaurants throughout the River Realm.

Virginia’s River Realm’s Restaurant Week is an 10-day celebration of the many restaurants throughout our 9 Charming Small Towns.

Participating in Restaurant Week is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your culinary delights and attract new customers. Here’s how you can be a part of this exciting event:

Fill Out the Form Below: To let us know that you’d like to participate in this year’s Virginia’s River Realm’s Restaurant Week.

Create a Special Menu or Offer: To entice visitors, consider creating a special menu exclusively for Restaurant Week. This could be a selection of your signature dishes, a themed menu that reflects the local cuisine, or a set of new creations that you’ve been eager to showcase. Alternatively, offering a discount or other types of incentives like a complimentary starter or dessert can also attract more guests and provide an extra incentive for diners to choose your restaurant. 

Promote on Social Channels: Utilize the power of social media to amplify your restaurant’s presence and excitement about the event. Use our specially designed logos to help with your promotions. Sharing behind-the-scenes preparations, special menu sneak peeks, or even customer testimonials can create buzz and anticipation.

Logos & Graphics

You can download your town’s Restaurant Week logo below. Be sure to tag @virginiasriverrealm & #eatlikealocal in your social media content for cross-promotion. For more details & information, contact your local Virginia’s River Realm ambassador.