Fodor's Expert Review The Tavern

This 1779 building is the oldest in historic Abingdon and houses a cozy restaurant that once served stagecoach travelers, as well as the King of France. The three dining rooms and cocktail lounge all have fireplaces, stone walls, and brick floors. In warm weather you can dine outdoors on a balcony overlooking historic Court House Hill or on a brick patio surrounded by trees and flowers. The Continental menu includes saltimbocca and Wiener schnitzel, as well as rack of lamb and fresh seasonal seafood such as stuffed trout.