We named our specialty coffee company “Merge” because we are two families from different cultures and backgrounds that have combined our talents and gifts to build something bigger than ourselves individually. In 2017 we purchased a tiny little 1lb roaster and dove headlong into learning the craft. After A year and a half we started selling online and eventually opened our first cafe in Harrisonburg, VA. What started as friends having fun has blossomed into a passion for responsibly sourcing coffees from around the world and expertly roasting them. Visit our second location in downtown Harrisonburg! more
PULP is an açai and smoothie bar located inside of Shenandoah Bicycle Company. These sweet treats, made from the fruit of the açai palm tree in Brazil, are the perfect healthy snack or meal. Create your own by choosing from their menu of non-dairy milks, juices and creative toppings. You'll also find a variety of oatmeals and beverages on their menu, including local beers on tap, hot and iced teas, and hot chocolate. more
Rocktown Kitchen is an intimate, farm-to-table restaurant in Harrisonburg, VA serving elevated American cuisine in a casual fine-dining environment. At Rocktown, Chef Kristo prepares a range of menu items pleasing to all, such as their stuffed fresh mozzarella burrata, chicken quesadilla, kale caesar salad, grilled chicken and risotto, jumbo lump crab cakes, New York strip steak, and more. Their drink menu features an extensive wine list with unique and exceptional wines from around the world, and local craft beers as well. more
The Little Grill has been a restaurant in Harrisonburg since the 1940’s, and up until now has continued to work in the direction of localizing their ingredients and cooking food with a conscience. The Collective focuses on vegetarian and vegan meals such as an array of omelets, several varieties of homemade pancakes, breakfast sandwiches, and other breakfast specials, with ethnically inspired foods ranging from Mexican, Mediterranean, and American. The Little Grill also serves meat items, such as their famous local free range chicken burrito for lunch. more