What to Do When You Aren't Fishing
Brookneal
Food
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105 Main St, Brookneal, VA 24528
434-376-2116
Drugstore Grill is Brookneal's most popular restaurant. Their menu features a variety of burger, salads, flatbread pizzas, soups, and sides. Drugstore Grill also offers breakfast. Their menu features unique items such as their southern eggrolls, cowboy nuggets, and a fried green tomato BLP.
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Pino's Pizza,
231 Lusardi Dr, Brookneal, VA 24528
434-376-4414
Pino's is the spot to get Italian in Brookneal. They offer pizza, pasta, salads, subs, and more. They are sure to have something everyone will like!
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El Cazador,
110 E Rush St, Brookneal, VA 24528
El Cazador is brand new to Brookneal. They are a local Mexican restaurant with out outstanding service and delicious food.
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448 Lusardi Dr, Brookneal, VA 24528
Pure Faith Café offers a variety of different coffee products and food items. Their menu features Frappuccinos, lattes, teas, subs, sandwiches, salads, and sweet treats.
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Burgers Shakes and Cream,
104 Lusardi Dr, Brookneal, VA 24528
434-376-3560
Burger Shakes and Cream is a drive through restaurant that sells American food. They sell hot dogs, hamburgers, fries, milkshakes, and ice cream. They are a quick and delicious option after a long day on the water.
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China 8,
1313 Lynchburg Ave, Brookneal, VA 24528
434-376-6666
China 8 is Brookneal's only Chinese restaurant. They offer typical Chinese foods as well as sushi!
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Shopping
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Distinctively Done DeSigns, 434-420-4851
203 Main St, Brookneal, VA 24528
https://dddesigns.square.site/
Distinctively Done DeSigns is located on Main Street Brookneal and specialized in custom artwork. Their work features kitchen towels, signs, earrings, hats, and more! Their store features a variety of items ready for purchase!
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The Department Store Antiques, 434-376-1222
235-299 Main St, Brookneal, VA 24528
The Department Store Antiques not only features a variety of antiques but some yummy treats and cute décor.
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Lodging
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The Scott School Cottage Airbnb has two bedrooms and one bathroom and can accommodate up to three people. This property is $79 a night and has a 4.93 rating on the Airbnb website.
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This charming one bedroom one bathroom cabin is the perfect place to stay after a long day on the water. The cabin has a full kitchen and bathroom. It is located on the campus of Camp Hat Creek which is feature a beautiful trail system, a lake, and a field full of cows.
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Whipping Creek farm is a beautiful Bed and Breakfast located just minutes from the center of Brookneal. This listing feature a two bedroom suite with a private bathroom for $110 a night and can accommodate up to four guests. Whipping Creek Farm is also home to Brookneal's Love sign.
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Entertainment
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Whipping Creek Farm Disc Golf Course
3165 McIver Ferry Rd, Gladys, VA 24554
Whipping Creek Farm features a nine hole disc golf course. Permission is required to play the course and can be requested from Kim Roberts at (434)-665-4565
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Hat Creek Golf Course, 434-376-2292
437 Golf Course Rd, Brookneal, VA 24528
Hat Creek is a golf course just 10 minutes from the center of Brookneal. Hat Creak not only features a golf course, but a pond with a slide, playground, and café.
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Transportation
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Brookneal Campbell County Airport
133 Runway Road
Gladys, VA 24554
Fisherman who wish to fly their private plane to the area are able to fly the Brookneal Campbell County Airport.
10 to 20 Minutes Away
Food
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434-332-4582
Long Mountain Grill's menu is filled with many options from a melt in your mouth steak to burgers stacked high with toppings. They are eager to serve you!
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434-332-1600
La Carreta is an authentic Mexican restaurant with a selection sure to satisfy everyone.
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Courthouse Café
880 Village Hwy, Rustburg, VA 24588
434-332-3301
The Courthouse Café features some good old southern cooking! They serve a variety of breakfast and dinner foods. Their hours can vary, so call ahead to confirm they are open.
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Amish Market
10 Pigeon Run Rd, Gladys, VA 24554 (Across from the Exxon)
Everyday except Sunday you can find the sibling duo with their horse selling homemade goodies. They sell everything from canned goods to baked goods. They stay till either they run out or the late afternoon.
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Rosie's Cozy Kitchen
7943 Brookneal Hwy, Gladys, VA 24554
434-283-3300
Rosie's Specializes in subs featuring their homemade sub rolls. They offer a variety of homemade baked goods and sides as well.
Lodging
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801 Railroad Ave, Gladys, VA 24554
434-332-9570
Long Island Park is located along the Staunton River just 10 minutes from Brookneal. Primitive camping is available. Permits must be obtained through the Campbell County Department of Parks and Recreation.
30 Minutes Away
Food​
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519 Broad St, Altavista, VA 24517
434-309-1008
Peace of the Pie Pizzeria is a local Pizza shop in Alta Vista that makes their pizza fresh. Everything they make is homemade form the pizza dough to the ranch dressing. Their close time is dependent upon them running out of pizza dough.
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600 Main St, Altavista, VA 24517
434-369-2233
Main Street Café and Coffee uses wholesome local ingredients. They serve a wide variety of sandwiches, subs, wraps and salads.
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Scoops Ice Scream
504 Pittsylvania Ave, Altavista, VA 24517
434-608-2456
Scoop's serve's 32 flavors of Hershey's premium Ice cream.
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Dairy Freeze
910 Main St, Altavista, VA 24517
434-369-5479
Dairy Freeze is a diner in Alta Vista serving up hot dogs and hamburgers. After a hot day on the water their ice cream will be sure to cool you down.
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2181 Lynch Mill Rd, Altavista, VA 24517
434-369-7476
Two Sisters Tap Room and Deli is a family owned business whose goal is to treat their guests like family. Their menu features a wide variety of American style food.
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2600 Dearing Ford Rd, Altavista, VA 24517
434-369-6111
The Tuscan Italian Grill offers a wide selection of Authentic Italian & American favorites, from pasta, pizza, steaks & seafood to fresh salads, subs & healthy wraps.
Lodging
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534 Main St, Altavista, VA 24517
434-309-1316
The General Store and Inn is where luxurious hotel comfort meets southern hospitality. Book your stay on their website or over the phone.
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1557 Main St, Altavista, VA 24517
434-369-4070
Days Inn Feature numerous different room options. They are pet friendly, offer a complimentary breakfast, and have a fitness center. Reserve online or call to book.
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1558 Main St, Altavista, VA 24517
434-608-0653
Quality Suites offers a variety of different room options. They are a pet friendly hotel and offer a complimentary breakfast. Call to book or book online.
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Entertainment
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105 Wood Ln Rd, Altavista, VA 24517
Woodlane Antiques and Crafts has 16 different vendors each set up in a separate room. Each vendor is selling a unique products selection. Vendors also offer classes such as paint nights and wood burning.