You don’t know the extent of Virginia’s incredible dining scene until you’ve tried food from an authentic country store. Fortunately, there just so happens to be a two-story country store with its own restaurant in Paint Bank, Virginia. Known as both the Swinging Bridge Restaurant and the Paint Bank Country Store, this beloved local business is your one-stop-shop for a delicious homemade meal and any other sundries you might need to pick up from the store. No matter your reason for visiting, you absolutely must sample their decadent homemade biscuits. Here’s a closer look at this unique Virginia attraction:

When it comes to unique attractions in Virginia, the Paint Bank General Store tops the list. First and foremost, this historic stop shares a building with the famous Swinging Bridge Restaurant.

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True to its name, this restaurant features an actual swinging bridge in the second level. Guests can walk from one side of the restaurant to the next, enjoying a totally unique perspective of the dining room.

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The dining room, with its cozy interior and fireside seating, might feel more like a close friend’s living room than a restaurant.

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You’d be remiss not to order something from the menu when you stop by. This spot is famous for its homemade cooking, and you can find all sorts of tempting menu items such as buffalo ribeye…

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…charbroiled cheeseburger with homemade chips…

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…pulled pork and other delicious barbecue…

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…and of course the main attraction, the buttery homemade biscuits. These treats alone are worth the drive to Paint Bank.

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Step upstairs and you’ll find the rest of the general store, which offers everything from greeting cards to salad dressing.

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So whether you’re passing through town or have a hankering for home cooking, you’ll be glad you stopped by one of the most unique general stores in Virginia.

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The Paint Bank General Store and Swinging Bridge Restaurant can be found at 16071 Paint Bank Road, Paint Bank, VA 24131. For more information on this beloved stop, be sure to visit the official website here.

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