If you’re looking for an easy weekend trip from Baltimore with mountain views, good food, and a little bit of everything, Floyd, Virginia should be on your list.
We drove down via I-81, which is a route we take pretty often. If you’re planning a similar drive, I’ve already mapped out some of my favorite stops along that stretch in my guide to traveling I-81 in Virginia—definitely worth a read before you hit the road.
Floyd itself is small, but that’s part of the appeal. It’s laid back, a little quirky, and somehow manages to pack in great coffee, solid food, and one of the most fun Friday night traditions around.
If you’re building out a longer Virginia itinerary, this pairs really well with exploring Shenandoah National Park or even a food-focused weekend in Nelson County, VA.
Friday: Arrive, Pizza & Drinks at Dogtown Roadhouse
We rolled into town and headed straight to Dogtown Roadhouse, which ended up being one of our favorite stops of the trip.
It’s an easy first stop after the drive—casual, a little lively, and a good mix of locals and visitors. We grabbed a pizza (thin crust with a solid char) and a couple drinks to kick things off.
Between the cocktails, local beer options, and outdoor seating, it’s the kind of place where you plan to stay for one drink and end up staying longer.
The Floyd Country Store (Friday Night Jamboree)
If you’re in Floyd on a Friday, this is non-negotiable.
The Floyd Country Store hosts a weekly Friday Night Jamboree that’s been going on for decades. Live bluegrass, a packed room, and a mix of locals and visitors—it feels authentic in a way that’s hard to replicate.
It’s simple, but that’s what makes it fun. Grab a seat, listen to some music, and just enjoy it for what it is.
Saturday Morning: Coffee Stops
Red Rooster Coffee
The next morning started at Red Rooster Coffee, and if you care about coffee at all, this is a must. My fiancee and I have been ordering coffee from Red Rooster for a few years, your first bag is on me!
They roast everything in-house, and the space is bigger and more polished than you might expect in a small mountain town. It’s the perfect first stop before heading out for the day.
Primitive Coffee
Later in the weekend, we stopped at Primitive Coffee, which has a completely different vibe—smaller, quieter, and more low-key.
It’s the kind of place you stop at when you want to slow things down for a minute. Grab a drink, hang outside, and take your time before heading to your next stop.
Blue Ridge Parkway + Hiking
One of the best parts about Floyd is how close it is to the Blue Ridge Parkway.
You don’t need a full hiking plan—just get on the parkway, pull off when something looks good, and go from there. The views are constant, and even a short walk gets you something worth it.
If you liked the scenic overlooks and hiking in Acadia National Park, this feels like a more low-key, less crowded version of that same experience.
We kept it casual—more about the views than the miles—and it ended up being one of those perfect “just be outside all day” kind of days.
Lunch + Drinks: Parkway Grille
After some time on the parkway, we headed back to Floyd for lunch at Parkway Grille, which is exactly what you want post-hike.
We went with avocado wedges (crispy, salty, hard to stop eating), a chicken caesar wrap, and a mojito to cool off.
It’s colorful, casual, and hits that perfect middle ground between quick stop and sit-down meal.
Afternoon Drinks: Buffalo Mountain Brewery
Next up was Buffalo Mountain Brewery, which is about as relaxed as it gets.
We grabbed a flight and sat outside for a bit—plenty of space, easygoing vibe, and a great place to hang out for an hour or two without feeling rushed.
If you enjoy planning trips around breweries, this stop would fit right in with something like my Asheville brewery itinerary—same idea, just a smaller, quieter setting.
Evening: Five Mile Mountain Distillery
For something a little different, we stopped at Five Mile Mountain Distillery.
The cocktails here were a standout—especially the smoked pineapple margarita and a plum shrub that leaned a little more unique. The space itself is cozy and a good change of pace from breweries if you want something more cocktail-focused.
Don’t Skip: The Soda Fountain
Inside the Floyd Country Store, there’s also a classic soda fountain setup that’s worth a quick stop.
It leans nostalgic in the best way—simple treats, old-school vibes, and an easy add-on while you’re already there.
Floyd is one of those places that doesn’t try too hard—and that’s exactly why it works.
Good coffee, solid food, easy access to the Blue Ridge Parkway, and one of the best low-key Friday night experiences you’ll find anywhere.
If you enjoy easy road trip destinations like Long Beach Island, Asheboro, NC, or more laid-back mountain trips like Telluride, CO, Floyd fits right into that same category—just smaller and a little more under the radar.
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