Zynodoa Restaurant

We were recommended this place by one of the antique store merchants over at the Wharf area when they found out we were visiting the area. So glad they did. It was a wonderful meal & evening. Their drinks are perfect. The food was delicious and the staff was friendly & attentive. We ordered the cheese plate as an appetizer and they bring it out with a loaf of some amazing bread. Seriously between the cheese, bread, and drinks we would’ve been satisfied not to mention our entrees and dessert. Reservations are a MUST!

Oh, how I love thee, let me count the ways.
Every time we come to Blackfriars, we make sure to have at least one fine meal here. Each one is memorable, cleverly devised, excellently prepared.
The chef has a practiced and highly skilled hand with his choices. Chef has my loyalty and admiration.
This time, we came for our anniversary and were greeted with complimentary glasses of champagne. Thoughtful touch.
The scallops atop a seasonal risotto…Ah! Outstanding. Clever additions made the difference between good and excellent.
My husband, a steak enthusiast, was quite pleased with his filet. He did a full tasting menu and was thrilled.
You should also make a reservation every time you get get a chance.

This place was great! It’s a small restaurant so try and get a reservation if you can plan ahead. The food was good and the service is excellent. Their menu is constantly changing and evolving. I got the brussel sprouts, fettuccini, and dark chocolate torte. All were great. I went back for a second time and got the risotto with scallops added on. Very taste and a much larger portion of risotto than the fettuccini was. A pricier place, but definitely worth checking out if you are in town.

A gem and a favorite for sure. Tonight there were 7 anniversaries and 6 birthday celebrations, so it's clearly a nice place to enjoy yourself and break the monotony of your typical restaurant. They are farm to table and even go as far as telling you the farm from which ingredient was sourced. They used the freshest ingredients and have a chef's tasting menu that changes almost daily, which points to the creativity of the chef and staff. The server we had, Kemper, was incredibly knowledgeable about the restaurant and the food in general. They even featured mushrooms from his own farm, Fae and Fauna, and I love that!!!

I've never been to a restaurant where I enjoyed every single dish, especially on a tasting menu, but this whole experience blew me away. We will be back for sure! Be sure to make a reservation, it's necessary to get a spot.

I should have taken more pictures but I was just too into the meal. This one is the hangar steak with Kemper's oyster mushrooms. And the other is my husband's pork duo on the main menu and I will say I've never had pork belly that tender, yet crispy and mouth watering before.

This is a very unique dining experience located downtown on Main Street, in Staunton Virginia. This has become one of our favorite places when we are in the mood for a little fancy casual. Everything that is available on the menu boasts a local Farm to table relationship. They have a really great seasonal four-course meal, that can be paired with a wine combination with a glass per course. We have tried a variety of their menu on numerous visits and the food is always exquisitely flavored and never boring. They currently have a version of bang-bang shrimp that is to die for. I would definitely recommend calling ahead for reservations. This restaurant is absolutely lgbtq friendly and the staff are delightful.

Zynodoa Restaurant was our splurge meal on a two week road trip in VA and WV. Great service. Our waitress was visibly detained by two other guests and therefore late to take our order, but was quick to apologize and make everything right (can't ask for more!). The food was farm fresh and delicious! Loved the potato soup and beet salad the best. The cornbread lived up to the hype, and we were able to share a main dish (pasta with a helluva meatball). Local VA wine rounded out the meal. Would highly recommend!

Add another star. I ordered the Prix Fixe meal without the wine tastings. What a fantastic dinner. I haven't had a meal this good in ages. I cannot believe that I found such a delicious meal in the depths of Virginia. If you're ever in Staunton,VA you must MUST stop here and have the best meal in the state. Thank you to the staff for the spectacular meal, dinner will never be the same again.

I took my mom here for her birthday, and we both agree that this was one of the best meals we've ever had. Our waiter, Christopher was super nice and helpful with explaining all the different options. The atmosphere was nice and relaxing. And most importantly, the food was absolutely amazing. We will definitely be returning.

Pre-fixe NYE Dinner was, as always, on point. Do not miss your chance to dine at Zynodoa when you visit Staunton!

Zynodoa has been my favorite restaurant for years. As someone who has worked in the industry, it can be difficult to turn off that side of your brain while dining. This place never fails to exceed my expectations. Always a lovely time. I know I won't be disappointed when I visit them.

If you have the opportunity to try the mashed potatoes, do! They automatically come with the steak and are amazing paired with the steak sauce. Their cheese board is something I get every time. Wait time for your meal is extended because everything is freshly made, so it is nice to break that time up with the starter. The selection of cheeses and accouterments are always lovely.

One of the dining spots that makes Staunton the epicenter of the direct farm to table cuisine. Featuring locally sourced ingredients and a rotating seasonal menu, Zynodoa doesn't disappoint. If you want food with layers of flavors, book your reservation (recommended). Come early to ensure popular dishes are available. Not fast casual, this is a dining experience. Plan for an event, take your time, have a cocktail, share a plate for the table, nibble an appetizer, split a salad and dive into their large portion entrees. Leave room for dessert and a coffee, too. Really want to get the whole experience? Go with the Chef's tasting menue WITH wine pairings. Worth the price!

I don’t know what I LOVED more; the food, the service, or the music. It was one of the best, if not THE best, breakfast I’ve ever had. The Afternoon Nap was life changing and each bite was better than the last. And please, Dear God, please get the crème brûlée cornbread. What a wonderful place!!!

Great farm to table concept. Most if not all ingredients are locally sourced. Very experienced wait staff which is so hard to come by these days and the food was incredible. My husband and I had the steak tartar, AMAZING, the risotto with scallops that melt in your mouth a perfectly cooked rare flank steak and a decadent chocolate peanut butter torte.

Nice place, love the atmosphere, quiet, dark yet cozy & chic. Nice menu, great drinks. Love the brûlée take on the cornbread. Tomahawk Ribeye & NY strip cooked perfectly & nice presentation. The only critique I have is that the food could’ve been slightly warmer. It wasn’t “cold” but wasn’t exactly hot either for the price we paid for our meal. Still worth the 5 stars since we did visit on New Years Eve, one of their busiest nights!

We loved every minute of the Zynodoa experience! From the waiters to the food, to the ambiance…just a dream! This is a special place and a MUST for anyone visiting Staunton (or living here!)
Thank you, Matt and Jess!

Wow wow wow. That’s all I can say. This was probably one of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had. Everything was amazing. The waiter was kind, engaging, and knowledgeable. I had the 10oz NY strip and it literally melted in my mouth. Not to mention the amazing bone broth mashed potatoes and my appetizer of gazpacho. Everything on the menu is local and the drinks are incredible as well. Don’t forget about dessert too!

A must try in Staunton Va. the cornbread was amazingly sweet and savory in one bite. My husband enjoyed his perfectly cooked tender steak and my swordfish was fresh and juicy served with very flavorful mushrooms.

Exceptional experience. They made our anniversary dinner very special. Our waiter Daniel was very knowledgeable about the food and drink. Small place with a great atmosphere. Highly recommend.

Wow! We ate here years ago and finally made it back. So glad we did - we will definitely come more often! My husband and I both loved our dishes, swordfish for him and braised chicken for me. The staff are friendly and efficient, the meal was timed perfectly and the atmosphere is very pleasant. While I don’t have celiac, I am gluten free and dairy free. There were ample options and they were willing to remove certain ingredients in some of the dishes. As it turned out, the dish I chose needed no alteration. If passing through or on a day trip, treat yourself to this truly fine restaurant. Strongly recommend a reservation!

The meal we had here was life-changing. The cornbread is delicious with a crackling caramelized crust. For an entrée, I had swordfish with brussel sprouts and onions and a red sauce which i believe had pureed eggplant, it was perfection. I cleaned my plate. My wife had spaghetti with sausage and squash, i tried it, it was, to put it in her own words, "to die for." One of the best meals we've had in a long time. A little pricey, but the portions are hearty and the flavors are beautiful, worth every penny. We'll be returning soon.

Update: my wife and I returned to Zynodoa with my brother, once again the food and service was phenomenal. I had the chefs tasting menu with scallops and steak, the highlight was the steak sauce made with black garlic. I don't ever put sauce on steak but it was so good with the asparagus and mashed potatoes. A fantastic evening once again with top notch food. The scallops were like butter and the cheese log dessert was dreamy.