James Madison University

Harrisonburg, Virginia

Aristocat Cafe logo

Aristocat Cafe

Cafes

Aristocat Cafe is a cafe in Harrisonburg, Virginia, serving the James Madison University community. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local cafe doing its thing in Harrisonburg. College towns like Harrisonburg depend on independently owned cafes like this one to keep their main streets interesting. It sits alongside the other cafes and coffee shops that make up Harrisonburg's daytime scene near James Madison University. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you need coffee near James Madison University. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one cup at a time.

111 North Liberty Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22802+1 (540) 584-0020Website
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Bittersweet Bakery

Shops

A neighborhood bakery, Bittersweet Bakery serves the campus community around James Madison University in Harrisonburg. Like a lot of small businesses around James Madison University, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. James Madison University students and Harrisonburg residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Worth ducking into while exploring the rest of what Harrisonburg has to offer. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Harrisonburg. Part of the fun of a college town like Harrisonburg is finding places like this on your own.

120 West Wolfe Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22802+1 (301) 616-5609bittersweetbakeryva@gmail.comWebsite
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Broad Porch Cafe

Cafes

A neighborhood cafe, Broad Porch Cafe serves the campus community around James Madison University in Harrisonburg. Around James Madison University, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Harrisonburg's everyday scene. Harrisonburg wouldn't feel quite like Harrisonburg without independently owned spots like this one. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of Harrisonburg favorites. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you need coffee near James Madison University.

47 Court Square, Harrisonburg, VA 22801+1 (540) 324-8215Website
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Dart Resale and Trade

Shops

A neighborhood clothing store, Dart Resale and Trade serves the campus community around James Madison University in Harrisonburg. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local clothing store doing its thing in Harrisonburg. Small businesses like this are part of what gives Harrisonburg, Virginia its own identity, separate from every other college town. No corporate buyer picking the inventory here - just a shop doing its own thing. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would. Part of the fun of a college town like Harrisonburg is finding places like this on your own.

205 South Liberty Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801+1 (540) 416-1781Website
Drifers Cafe logo

Drifers Cafe

Cafes

Drifers Cafe keeps things simple: a cafe doing its own thing in Harrisonburg, a short walk from James Madison University. Around James Madison University, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Harrisonburg's everyday scene. Harrisonburg wouldn't feel quite like Harrisonburg without independently owned spots like this one. No corporate roaster behind this one - just a cafe doing its own thing. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one cup at a time. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you need coffee near James Madison University.

217 South Liberty Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801+1 (540) 820-3157Website
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Finnigan's Cove

Restaurants

Finnigan's Cove is a seafood restaurant in Harrisonburg, Virginia, serving the James Madison University community. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through Harrisonburg know it as a regular local option near James Madison University. Small businesses like this are part of what gives Harrisonburg, Virginia its own identity, separate from every other college town. No corporate test kitchen behind this one - just people cooking food they want to serve. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near James Madison University. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Harrisonburg.

30 West Water Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801+1 (540) 433-9874info@finniganscove.comWebsite
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Friendly Fermenter

Bars

Located in Harrisonburg, Friendly Fermenter is a local bar popular with students and residents near James Madison University. Around James Madison University, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Harrisonburg's everyday scene. James Madison University students and Harrisonburg residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Regulars come back here for a drink after class or work. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're out near James Madison University. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Harrisonburg.

20 South Mason Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801Website
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Gift & Thrift and Booksavers Thriftique

Shops

Tucked into Harrisonburg, Virginia, Gift & Thrift and Booksavers Thriftique is a thrift store that's become part of the everyday rhythm around James Madison University. Around James Madison University, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Harrisonburg's everyday scene. College towns like Harrisonburg depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near James Madison University. Part of the fun of a college town like Harrisonburg is finding places like this on your own.

165 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801Website
Greens Grains Cafe logo

Greens Grains Cafe

Cafes

Located in Harrisonburg, Greens Grains Cafe is a local cafe popular with students and residents near James Madison University. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local cafe doing its thing in Harrisonburg. James Madison University students and Harrisonburg residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Expect a casual, low-key atmosphere rather than a big chain experience. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one cup at a time. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of Harrisonburg favorites.

865 Port Republic Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22801Website
Grilled Cheese Mania logo

Grilled Cheese Mania

Restaurants

Grilled Cheese Mania is one of Harrisonburg's local sandwich shops, located near James Madison University. Like a lot of small businesses around James Madison University, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. College towns like Harrisonburg depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near James Madison University. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Harrisonburg.

1476 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801Website
Halcyon Video Games logo

Halcyon Video Games

Shops

In Harrisonburg, Virginia, Halcyon Video Games operates as a video game store within easy reach of James Madison University. Around James Madison University, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Harrisonburg's everyday scene. College towns like Harrisonburg depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. No corporate buyer picking the inventory here - just a shop doing its own thing. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring Harrisonburg.

165 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801Website
Hangry Joe's logo

Hangry Joe's

Restaurants

A neighborhood fried chicken spot, Hangry Joe's serves the campus community around James Madison University in Harrisonburg. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through Harrisonburg know it as a regular local option near James Madison University. College towns like Harrisonburg depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Harrisonburg. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

104 Burgess Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22801Website
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Heartworn Vintage

Shops

Heartworn Vintage is one of Harrisonburg's local thrift shops, located near James Madison University. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. Harrisonburg wouldn't feel quite like Harrisonburg without independently owned spots like this one. Hours at small local shops can change, so it's worth checking ahead. No corporate buyer picking the inventory here - just a shop doing its own thing. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring Harrisonburg.

165 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801+1 (540) 705-1047Website
Jack Brown's Middle Bar logo

Jack Brown's Middle Bar

Restaurants

A neighborhood burger joint, Jack Brown's Middle Bar serves the campus community around James Madison University in Harrisonburg. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own burger joint in Harrisonburg. James Madison University students and Harrisonburg residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Harrisonburg. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near James Madison University.

82 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801Website
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Little Grill Collective

Restaurants

In Harrisonburg, Virginia, Little Grill Collective operates as an American restaurant within easy reach of James Madison University. Like a lot of small businesses around James Madison University, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. College towns like Harrisonburg depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Part of the fun of a college town like Harrisonburg is finding places like this on your own. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Harrisonburg.

621 North Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22802Website
Merge Coffee Company logo

Merge Coffee Company

Cafes

In Harrisonburg, Virginia, Merge Coffee Company operates as a coffee shop within easy reach of James Madison University. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own coffee shop in Harrisonburg. Harrisonburg wouldn't feel quite like Harrisonburg without independently owned spots like this one. It sits alongside the other cafes and coffee shops that make up Harrisonburg's daytime scene near James Madison University. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Harrisonburg. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you need coffee near James Madison University.

425 North Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22802+1 (540) 209-8425Website
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Mr J's Bagels

Restaurants

A neighborhood bagel shop, Mr J's Bagels serves the campus community around James Madison University in Harrisonburg. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through Harrisonburg know it as a regular local option near James Madison University. Small businesses like this are part of what gives Harrisonburg, Virginia its own identity, separate from every other college town. Part of the fun of a college town like Harrisonburg is finding places like this on your own. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

1731 South High Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801Website
Mr. Setos logo

Mr. Setos

Restaurants

Mr. Setos brings a Japanese restaurant to Harrisonburg, Virginia, just steps from James Madison University. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own Japanese restaurant in Harrisonburg. James Madison University students and Harrisonburg residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Harrisonburg. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near James Madison University.

1645 Reservoir Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801Website
O'Neill's Grill logo

O'Neill's Grill

Restaurants

A neighborhood barbecue joint, O'Neill's Grill serves the campus community around James Madison University in Harrisonburg. Like a lot of small businesses around James Madison University, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Harrisonburg wouldn't feel quite like Harrisonburg without independently owned spots like this one. Expect a casual, low-key atmosphere rather than a big chain experience. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of Harrisonburg favorites. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Harrisonburg.

221 University Boulevard, Harrisonburg, VA 22801Website
Oasis Fine Art & Craft logo

Oasis Fine Art & Craft

Shops

Oasis Fine Art & Craft is an art gallery in Harrisonburg, Virginia, serving the James Madison University community. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local art gallery doing its thing in Harrisonburg. Small businesses like this are part of what gives Harrisonburg, Virginia its own identity, separate from every other college town. Hours at small local shops can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Part of the fun of a college town like Harrisonburg is finding places like this on your own. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near James Madison University.

103 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801+1 (540) 442-8188Website
Paletería La Mexicana logo

Paletería La Mexicana

Cafes

Paletería La Mexicana brings a Mexican restaurant to Harrisonburg, Virginia, just steps from James Madison University. Like a lot of small businesses around James Madison University, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Small businesses like this are part of what gives Harrisonburg, Virginia its own identity, separate from every other college town. Hours at small local cafes can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Part of the fun of a college town like Harrisonburg is finding places like this on your own. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of Harrisonburg favorites.

865 East Market Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801Website
Pupuseria El Milagro y Tienda Latina logo

Pupuseria El Milagro y Tienda Latina

Restaurants

A neighborhood Latin American restaurant, Pupuseria El Milagro y Tienda Latina serves the campus community around James Madison University in Harrisonburg. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through Harrisonburg know it as a regular local option near James Madison University. College towns like Harrisonburg depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near James Madison University. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

620 Hawkins Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801Website
Rocktown Games logo

Rocktown Games

Shops

Rocktown Games brings a video game store to Harrisonburg, Virginia, just steps from James Madison University. Around James Madison University, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Harrisonburg's everyday scene. College towns like Harrisonburg depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Part of the fun of a college town like Harrisonburg is finding places like this on your own. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Harrisonburg.

2200 John Wayland Highway, Harrisonburg, VA 22801+1 (540) 442-7240Website
Rocktown Kitchen logo

Rocktown Kitchen

Restaurants

Rocktown Kitchen keeps things simple: an American restaurant doing its own thing in Harrisonburg, a short walk from James Madison University. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. Small businesses like this are part of what gives Harrisonburg, Virginia its own identity, separate from every other college town. Part of the fun of a college town like Harrisonburg is finding places like this on your own. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Harrisonburg.

217 South Liberty Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801Website
Ruby's Arcade logo

Ruby's Arcade

Bars

In Harrisonburg, Virginia, Ruby's Arcade operates as a bar within easy reach of James Madison University. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own bar in Harrisonburg. Harrisonburg wouldn't feel quite like Harrisonburg without independently owned spots like this one. No corporate drink menu here - just a bar doing its own thing. Drink selection, happy hour deals, and crowd all vary spot to spot around Harrisonburg. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Harrisonburg. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're out near James Madison University.

165 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801+1 (540) 615-5351Website
Sacred Hazel Ritual Supplies & Tarot Readings logo

Sacred Hazel Ritual Supplies & Tarot Readings

Shops

Sacred Hazel Ritual Supplies & Tarot Readings is one of Harrisonburg's local gift shops, located near James Madison University. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local gift shop doing its thing in Harrisonburg. College towns like Harrisonburg depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Hours at small local shops can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Part of the fun of a college town like Harrisonburg is finding places like this on your own. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near James Madison University.

165 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801Website
Sage Bird Ciderworks logo

Sage Bird Ciderworks

Bars

Sage Bird Ciderworks brings a bar to Harrisonburg, Virginia, just steps from James Madison University. Around James Madison University, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Harrisonburg's everyday scene. Harrisonburg wouldn't feel quite like Harrisonburg without independently owned spots like this one. Hours and specials at small local bars can change, so it's worth checking ahead. No corporate drink menu here - just a bar doing its own thing. A first visit tends to turn into a regular stop, one round at a time. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of Harrisonburg favorites.

325 North Liberty Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22802+1 (540) 607-8084Website
Salon Eleven logo

Salon Eleven

Shops

Salon Eleven brings a hair salon to Harrisonburg, Virginia, just steps from James Madison University. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local hair salon doing its thing in Harrisonburg. James Madison University students and Harrisonburg residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Hours at small local shops can change, so it's worth checking ahead. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Harrisonburg. Part of the fun of a college town like Harrisonburg is finding places like this on your own.

185 South Liberty Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801+1 (540) 433-4003Website
Shen Valley Band Instrument Service logo

Shen Valley Band Instrument Service

Shops

In Harrisonburg, Virginia, Shen Valley Band Instrument Service operates as a music shop within easy reach of James Madison University. Around James Madison University, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Harrisonburg's everyday scene. Harrisonburg wouldn't feel quite like Harrisonburg without independently owned spots like this one. No corporate buyer picking the inventory here - just a shop doing its own thing. Part of the fun of a college town like Harrisonburg is finding places like this on your own. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near James Madison University.

144 North Liberty Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22802+1 (540) 434-8546Website
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Sleep On It

Shops

In Harrisonburg, Virginia, Sleep On It operates as a mattress store within easy reach of James Madison University. Like a lot of small businesses around James Madison University, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Harrisonburg wouldn't feel quite like Harrisonburg without independently owned spots like this one. It sits alongside the other independent shops that make up Harrisonburg's retail scene near James Madison University. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near James Madison University. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring Harrisonburg.

1971 Evelyn Byrd Avenue, Harrisonburg, VA 22801+1 (540) 432-9316Website
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Sweet Joy's Cakes and Desserts

Shops

Sweet Joy's Cakes and Desserts brings a bakery to Harrisonburg, Virginia, just steps from James Madison University. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through Harrisonburg know it as a regular local option near James Madison University. Harrisonburg wouldn't feel quite like Harrisonburg without independently owned spots like this one. Hours at small local shops can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Part of the fun of a college town like Harrisonburg is finding places like this on your own. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Harrisonburg.

1645 Reservoir Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801Website
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Tacos 4 Life

Restaurants

A neighborhood Mexican restaurant, Tacos 4 Life serves the campus community around James Madison University in Harrisonburg. Like a lot of small businesses around James Madison University, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Small businesses like this are part of what gives Harrisonburg, Virginia its own identity, separate from every other college town. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of Harrisonburg favorites. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near James Madison University.

1645 East Market Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801Website
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Taj of India

Restaurants

In Harrisonburg, Virginia, Taj of India operates as an Indian restaurant within easy reach of James Madison University. Around James Madison University, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Harrisonburg's everyday scene. James Madison University students and Harrisonburg residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time. Part of the fun of a college town like Harrisonburg is finding places like this on your own.

34 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801Website
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Up N' Smoke

Restaurants

Located in Harrisonburg, Up N' Smoke is a local barbecue joint popular with students and residents near James Madison University. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through Harrisonburg know it as a regular local option near James Madison University. James Madison University students and Harrisonburg residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Regulars come back for a quick, reliable meal between classes or after work. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Harrisonburg. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near James Madison University.

932 West Market Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801Website
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Valley Mall

Shops

Valley Mall brings a shop to Harrisonburg, Virginia, just steps from James Madison University. Like a lot of small businesses around James Madison University, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. College towns like Harrisonburg depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. It sits alongside the other independent shops that make up Harrisonburg's retail scene near James Madison University. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Harrisonburg. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring Harrisonburg.

1925 East Market Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801Website
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Vietopia

Restaurants

In Harrisonburg, Virginia, Vietopia operates as a Vietnamese restaurant within easy reach of James Madison University. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. College towns like Harrisonburg depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Portions, prices, and specials vary spot to spot around Harrisonburg, which is part of the fun of trying them. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Harrisonburg. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of Harrisonburg favorites.

1015 Port Republic Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22801Website
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Vinny's Italian Grill

Restaurants

In Harrisonburg, Virginia, Vinny's Italian Grill operates as an Italian restaurant within easy reach of James Madison University. Like a lot of small businesses around James Madison University, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Harrisonburg wouldn't feel quite like Harrisonburg without independently owned spots like this one. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near James Madison University. Part of the fun of a college town like Harrisonburg is finding places like this on your own.

225 Burgess Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22801Website
Vito's Italian Kitchen logo

Vito's Italian Kitchen

Restaurants

Vito's Italian Kitchen brings an Italian restaurant to Harrisonburg, Virginia, just steps from James Madison University. Around James Madison University, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Harrisonburg's everyday scene. Small businesses like this are part of what gives Harrisonburg, Virginia its own identity, separate from every other college town. Part of the fun of a college town like Harrisonburg is finding places like this on your own. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of Harrisonburg favorites.

1047 Port Republic Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22801Website
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WonderSkate Skate Shop

Shops

A neighborhood sporting goods store, WonderSkate Skate Shop serves the campus community around James Madison University in Harrisonburg. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local sporting goods store doing its thing in Harrisonburg. College towns like Harrisonburg depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Hours at small local shops can change, so it's worth checking ahead. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Harrisonburg. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would.

29 West Water Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801Website