Guidebook for Buena Vista
Food Scene
Great sushi and Thai food, nice atmosphere, friendly and super service from BV native/bartender Charlie. Don't miss the chocolate cake if you have any room left after the super food. Reservation recommended on summer weekends. Open only for dinner.
47 locals recommend
The Asian Palate
328 E Main StGreat sushi and Thai food, nice atmosphere, friendly and super service from BV native/bartender Charlie. Don't miss the chocolate cake if you have any room left after the super food. Reservation recommended on summer weekends. Open only for dinner.
Located right next to the Deerhammer Distillery, which has a great patio with twinkling lights and a fire pit, these are the best burgers in town! Grab a whiskey or gin cocktail from the Deerhammer, then a seat on the patio, and order super burgers from Evan and Anna. East Main is within walking distance of the Cabin on San Juan.
22 locals recommend
The Buena Viking
418 East Main StreetLocated right next to the Deerhammer Distillery, which has a great patio with twinkling lights and a fire pit, these are the best burgers in town! Grab a whiskey or gin cocktail from the Deerhammer, then a seat on the patio, and order super burgers from Evan and Anna. East Main is within walking distance of the Cabin on San Juan.
An old-fashioned ice cream parlor where your kids can choose their flavor by looking through the huge glass case. Prices are very reasonable and the best part is the patio, which is super kid-friendly with games and even outside movies on some nights. Better than a playground for your active kids!
37 locals recommend
Louie's Ice Cream Shop
414 E Main StAn old-fashioned ice cream parlor where your kids can choose their flavor by looking through the huge glass case. Prices are very reasonable and the best part is the patio, which is super kid-friendly with games and even outside movies on some nights. Better than a playground for your active kids!
Drinks & Nightlife
This historic building was renovated by the owners Court and Robbie just a few years ago. An eclectic mix of live music acts from all over the region are a surprising and welcome addition to this small town! Superb sound system with dart boards and pool tables. A fun night out!
63 locals recommend
The Lariat
206 E Main StThis historic building was renovated by the owners Court and Robbie just a few years ago. An eclectic mix of live music acts from all over the region are a surprising and welcome addition to this small town! Superb sound system with dart boards and pool tables. A fun night out!
This stone building was originally the town's jail but now serves craft beer from around the region as well as nice glasses of wine. It is tucked away behind The Village boutique at 414 E. Main St. The grounds of this historic building are impeccable - find a cozy little table inside or out. A great place for a pre-dinner cocktail!
30 locals recommend
The Jailhouse Craft Beer Bar
412 E Main StThis stone building was originally the town's jail but now serves craft beer from around the region as well as nice glasses of wine. It is tucked away behind The Village boutique at 414 E. Main St. The grounds of this historic building are impeccable - find a cozy little table inside or out. A great place for a pre-dinner cocktail!
Shopping
Cute and fabulous handmade items from around the world, owned by a longtime local who gives a percentage of sales to women in villages who make the items. Find textiles, leather goods, jewelry and housewares.
17 locals recommend
The Village
414 E Main StCute and fabulous handmade items from around the world, owned by a longtime local who gives a percentage of sales to women in villages who make the items. Find textiles, leather goods, jewelry and housewares.
Entertainment & Activities
Remember going to the drive-in? This one is in the most beautiful spot in the world! I love bringing popcorn and hanging out in the back of our pickup — the stars and view of the Collegiates usually get more of my attention than the movie. Great old-fashioned and inexpensive fun!
25 locals recommend
Comanche Drive In Theatre
27784 County Road 339Remember going to the drive-in? This one is in the most beautiful spot in the world! I love bringing popcorn and hanging out in the back of our pickup — the stars and view of the Collegiates usually get more of my attention than the movie. Great old-fashioned and inexpensive fun!