Jane's Sweet Potato Biscuits, located in Franklin, VA, has been a local favorite since May 2006.  Jane's Sweet Potato Biscuits are "A southern tradition perfect for any occasion."

Phinn's Oyster Bar and Fresh Market is a bar and restaurant in Historic Downtown Franklin, Virginia. Phinn is an acronym of Pace House Inn and is the name of both the restaurant and The Pace House's spokesman, Phinn the dog. Unfortunately, the restaurant closed down before the website was launched and business was consolidated to The Pace House Inn.

The Ugly Mug Coffee and Smoothie is a coffee shop and deli located in Suffolk, Virginia that features weekly specials, hot, cold, and frozen drinks, paninis, wraps, and wireless Internet.

Whitley's Barbecue was first established by Robert and Mildred Whitley in 1963.  Once located on a family farm, Whitley's is  now on Highway 11 and has since expanded with an addition to the dining room along with a deck and lake.  They don't just offer barbecue.  Steaks, seafood, chicken, and hamburgers can also be found on their menu.