Lil' Guss'

703 Dogwood Ave, Grottoes, VA 24441, United States

Lil' Guss'

+1 540-249-7172
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About Lil' Guss'

If you’re cruising through Grottoes, Virginia, and your stomach starts growling, there’s one spot locals will always recommend - Lil' Guss', tucked right at 703 Dogwood Ave, Grottoes, VA 24441. It’s a cozy little diner that captures everything you want in a hometown restaurant - friendly faces, hearty plates, and a laid-back vibe that makes you feel right at home from the moment you walk in.

The menu at Lil' Guss' hits all the right notes for anyone craving classic comfort food. The Chili Dog is a local favorite, loaded with rich, savory chili that’s perfectly balanced with a soft bun and that satisfying snap when you take the first bite. If you’re in the mood for something smoky, the Smoked Wings are a must-try - tender, flavorful, and kissed with just the right amount of char. And for burger lovers, you can’t go wrong with the Cheese Burger Combo or the Hamburger Combo, both served with crispy fries that taste like they came straight out of an old-school diner kitchen.

Families and travelers love stopping by for the Chicken Tenders, especially when paired with a fresh cup of coffee or one of their spirits for a relaxing meal outdoors. Yes, you read that right - Lil' Guss' offers outdoor seating, so on sunny Virginia days, you can enjoy your meal under the open sky while soaking in the small-town charm.

What really sets this spot apart is how welcoming it is to everyone. The restaurant features a wheelchair-accessible car park and wheelchair-accessible toilet, ensuring all guests can dine comfortably. It’s the kind of thoughtful touch that keeps people coming back and leaving glowing reviews about the great food and friendly atmosphere.

Whether you’re passing through Grottoes or you’re a local regular, Lil' Guss' feels like that dependable place where good food and good company meet. Every dish - from the Chili Dog to the Smoked Wings - tells a story of flavor, comfort, and community, making this diner a true gem in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley.

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Services & Amenities

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Live music
  • Serves local specialty
  • Sport

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy-hour food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Toilet

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cosy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free of charge street parking
  • Free parking lot
  • Parking

Reviews

We ate here while we waited for our Grand Cavern tour. The chili and hamburger were really good. The service was great considering she was the only server in the entire restaurant. The atmosphere was average. It was definitely chilly inside with little heat. Overall it was nice restaurant.

Jenn

We were vacationing and went to the Grand Cavern. We looked on google maps for a place to eat. This menu really stood out for fresh food and good entrees. It was a welcoming restaurant and we spoke to the locals. The owner Tom could not be nicer. I had a delicious burger and my husband had a Greek salad with chicken. Unfortunately we were not able to get there again. Plus they have music on some nights.

Maria DeDonato

Outdoor screen porch is a great lunch location on the rainy Saturday we were there was almost empty. Let them know inside if your setting outside on the porch especially if it's empty. Without letting them know you there the may not know to come help ya out with service. Food was good drinks were as well. Is a great little joint for lunch or dinner. Dinner is usually a bit busier on weekends. Inside seating is kinda small and dark if you like that atmosphere it's ok. Live music some weekends.

Angela McDaniel

Gyro and fries, small town bar. Friendly service. Good Food and entertainment. And their (Pie???) double chocolate cheese cake.

Thomas Robb

We stopped here with 8 people after visiting Grand Cavern. Our group had cheeseburgers, chicken tenders, and fries. Everyone loved the food and 3 of us voted it the best burger we'd ever had! Kid friendly and very reasonably priced. Portions were large and all the food was very fresh!

Colleen Gilson

It's the best local spot in town. Good drinks, amazing food, and awesome staff! Cannot wait for the outside construction to be finished that will make this place epic! Anyone who had an issue with the servers' attention or wait times should revisit. Last night on the new patio, the place was standing room only, and they actually killed it. Controlled chaos could describe the scene, but everyone from the servers to the bar tenders and the kitchen staff handled it amazingly.

Allen Sacra

This is an awesome burger/beer joint. The food is good for what it is and reasonably priced if you get the combos. Staff is friendly and made up of mostly locals who genuinely care about providing quality service. Do not expect a fine dining experience. Make no mistake, this is a bar first and foremost. Several TVs to watch the games, news, or cartoons for the kids. Even though it's a bar, there IS a kids menu. Again, it isn't FANCY but it tastes like a little piece of Grottoes and a little piece of Virginia. I definitely recommend to anyone camping nearby, visiting the caverns, or Skiing/Waterparking at Massanutten! If you have any sort of issues, just be vocal about them. They are happy to fix anything and make it right. Enjoy Lil' Gus'!

D. Gerstmann

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703 Dogwood Ave, Grottoes, VA 24441, United States

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Openning Hours

Monday Closed

Tuesday 10:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Wednesday 10:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Thursday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Friday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Saturday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Sunday 10:00 AM - 09:00 PM

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