The best restaurants in Galax

22 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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El Torito

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Mexican chain featuring burritos, fajitas & classic cocktails in an informal setting.

528 E Stuart Dr

“Mexican chain featuring burritos, fajitas & classic cocktails in an informal setting.”

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Subway

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Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

500 E Stuart Dr

“Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.”

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Hardee's

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Fast-food chain serving fried chicken, big burgers & made-from-scratch breakfast biscuits.

325 S Main St

“Fast-food chain serving fried chicken, big burgers & made-from-scratch breakfast biscuits.”

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Laid-back barbecue joint supplying ribs, brisket & pulled pork, plus a signature banana pudding.

101 N Main St

“Laid-back barbecue joint supplying ribs, brisket & pulled pork, plus a signature banana pudding.”

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Toasters Deli

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Modeled after a New York neighborhood spot, Toasters Deli keeps locals happy with homemade soups, salads, pastries and legit stacked…

118 Court St (Hillsville)

“Modeled after a New York neighborhood spot, Toasters Deli keeps locals happy with homemade soups, salads, pastries and legit stacked sandwiches, plus rotating weekly specials. Brooklyn native chef Joseph LaMonaca brings 25 years of know-how, and the antique-toaster decor is pure small-town charm.”

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Aunt Bea's Barbecue keeps it classic with breakfast all day, smoky flavors, and Southern plates built for sharing... think pinto beans,…

125 N Main St (Hillsville)

“Aunt Bea's Barbecue keeps it classic with breakfast all day, smoky flavors, and Southern plates built for sharing... think pinto beans, mashed potatoes, green beans, and cornbread, plus cobbler and milkshakes. Easy dine-in, pickup, or delivery, and a local tradition since 1984 that still tastes like home.”

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From round, thin Neapolitan pies and garlic knots to hearty pastas, calzones, strombolis, wings, and subs, Bella Italia Restaurant keeps…

105 W Stuart Dr (Hillsville)

“From round, thin Neapolitan pies and garlic knots to hearty pastas, calzones, strombolis, wings, and subs, Bella Italia Restaurant keeps weeknights delicious. There’s a children’s menu too, so everyone gets fed without a fuss, which in Hillsville counts as a small miracle.”

From the Hillsville newsletter, September 28, 2026

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Subway

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Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

1682 Lead Mine Rd (Austinville)

“Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.”

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Homey cafe with outdoor seating dishing up American comfort eats in compact quarters.

7975 Fancy Gap Hwy (Fancy Gap)

“Homey cafe with outdoor seating dishing up American comfort eats in compact quarters.”

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Bojangles

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Southern-inspired fast-food chain known for fried chicken & biscuit, plus signature sides.

965 E Stuart Dr

“Southern-inspired fast-food chain known for fried chicken & biscuit, plus signature sides.”

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Domino's Pizza

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Delivery, carryout & dine-in chain offering a wide range of pizzas, plus a variety of other dishes & sides.

970 E Stuart Dr

“Delivery, carryout & dine-in chain offering a wide range of pizzas, plus a variety of other dishes & sides.”

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Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.

1081 E Stuart Dr

“Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.”

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Convenience store-based pizza chain doling out create-your-own pies along with wings.

2918 Glendale Rd

“Convenience store-based pizza chain doling out create-your-own pies along with wings.”

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Taco Bell

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Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

1079 E Stuart Dr

“Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.”

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Pizza Hut

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Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

951 E Stuart Dr

“Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.”

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Sheetz

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Chain offering fuel & familiar convenience goods, including packaged snacks, drinks & takeaway fare.

1084 E Stuart Dr

“Chain offering fuel & familiar convenience goods, including packaged snacks, drinks & takeaway fare.”

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Full-service chain bar & grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting.

1126 E Stuart Dr

“Full-service chain bar & grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting.”

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Taco Bell

Restaurants

Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

145 S Main St (Hillsville)

“Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.”

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Pizza Hut

Restaurants

Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

115 S Main St (Hillsville)

“Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.”

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Pizza Inn

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Pizzeria & buffet chain offering several crust options, plus pastas & more.

49 Farmers Market Dr (Hillsville)

“Pizzeria & buffet chain offering several crust options, plus pastas & more.”

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Hardee's

Restaurants

Fast-food chain serving fried chicken, big burgers & made-from-scratch breakfast biscuits.

115 N Main St (Hillsville)

“Fast-food chain serving fried chicken, big burgers & made-from-scratch breakfast biscuits.”

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Subway

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Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

2654 Old Galax Pike (Hillsville)

“Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.”

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