Downtown Directory / Sweets

Bella Gelato & Pastries

Situated across the street from Bella Luna Wood-Fired Pizza is their sister restaurant, Bella Gelato & Pastries. As the name suggests, gelato…

Bittersweet Bakery

Bittersweet Bakery, located in the city of Harrisonburg, VA, made its formal debut at the Harrisonburg farmer’s market. Also, be on the…

Branch’s Soft Serve Ice Cream

Located in the parking lot next to Jack Brown’s, Branch’s Soft Serve Ice Cream is a delightful dessert food truck. Their premium…

Coffee Hound

Formerly known as Shenandoah Joe, Coffee Hound is a newly-owned coffee shop downtown on S Mason Street. It is known for its…

El Paisano Bakery

El Paisano is a Mexican bakery specializing in tres leches cake, sweet bread, flan, cupcakes, custom cakes for all kinds of events,…

Magpie Diner

Magpie is a full-service breakfast and lunch restaurant serving a modern diner-inspired menu. They serve coffee brewed from beans roasted right next…

Monty’s Restaurant

One of Harrisonburg’s dining destinations, Montpelier Restaurant and Bar is housed within Hotel Madison in downtown Harrisonburg. Montpelier offers a menu that reflects both southern roots and modern cuisine. At dinner, you’ll find classic dishes with a twist that are designed with locally-sourced ingredients in mind. Montpelier Restaurant frequently hosts special events, like a Mother’s Day brunch, Valentine’s dinner, and a New Year’s Eve celebration. But you don’t have to wait for a special event to roll around to enjoy a meal or a spot to relax with a drink at the bar and occasional live music. Frequented by guests and locals alike, Montpelier’s menu offers widely-appealing options year-round.