At Lil Gus's, nestled in the heart of Grottoes, VA, the atmosphere is as warm and inviting as the food it serves. This cozy restaurant is a local gem known for its delicious comfort food, including standout dishes like the renowned chili dogs and delectable gyros. With both indoor and outdoor seating, patrons can enjoy their meals while listening to live music or soaking in breathtaking sunset views. The friendly service enhances the experience, making it a popular spot for lunch or dinner. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite or savoring a slice of double chocolate cheesecake, Lil Gus's delivers a memorable dining experience for everyone.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Has live music
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves happy-hour food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Lil Gus's
Nathan Dillon
Apr 21,2025
Amazing shakes! Great burgers! Nice atmosphere!Long review: we were recommended to go after leaving the local cave tours. We are very glad we did! My wife and I split the loaded fries, and got the chili on the side. Their chili is very meaty based and has no beans which is perfect for dogs and fries. I got the Big Gus Burger which is a 9oz burger with a fried egg, lots of cheese and sauteed onions. I got the onions on the side. My wife got the Lil Gus Burger which was a 6oz burger cheese, fried onions and bacon and it was amazing. Next time I will get the Lil Gus Burger. Both were great! We also got the Grottoes Dog, which is a bacon chili dog. The dogs are not beef dogs, which isn't a bad thing as they often cause gastric irritation in people. We also split a strawberry shake... It was amazing. It actually tasted like real strawberries not just a powder added to vanilla ice cream.I would definitely recommend and will return when we got back to the nearby caves.
Thomas Robb
Apr 6,2025
Gyro and fries, small town bar. Friendly service. Good Food and entertainment. And their (Pie???) double chocolate cheese cake.
D “The Tumtum Tree” K
Feb 26,2025
I ordered the gyros here for my wife and I - we really enjoyed them and would order again. I called in for take-out, so I can't really speak to the inside atmosphere.
Allie Poole
Feb 13,2025
Went here for lunch with my grandma because she swears by it. We each got fantastic food for a great price, and amazing service & suggestions from the staff!
Jean Stoll
Feb 12,2025
This is the place to grab fries and a shake and listen to live music! The covered patio was a great place to relax with cool breezes and sunset views.
Jamie Ensley
Jan 25,2025
They have a great small town bar and grille atmosphere. I love their unique menu items such as the Grottoes Dog and Fiesta Fire! I have never had a hot dog with bacon or jalapeño but boy, were they delicious. The owner is extremely friendly and made a point to thank each table individually as he was leaving. My only regret is not living closer. I've only eaten here once but will make a point to return anytime I'm around Grottoes.
Allen Sacra
Jan 13,2025
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.
Mike Fuquay
Jan 2,2025
Great food and cozy atmosphere. It has both indoor and outdoor seating options. Best chili dogs in the area!
Reviews For Lil Gus's