Spend Your Day Like a Local in Powhatan, VA
Ever wonder how a Powhatan local spends their day? While there is no one way to spend a day in Powhatan County, here are some quintessential Powhatan businesses, sites, and attractions to check out while you’re visiting. You’ll be sure to see someone you know, strike up a friendly conversation, and feel right at home.
Start your day in Powhatan County with a breakfast at long-time local favorite, Frisby’s Restaurant. Their iconic breakfast dishes provide you with that first-thing-in-the-morning southern comfort you’d probably expect from a small community like ours.
To truly be a local for the day, you’re going to need to understand Powhatan’s history. Follow our story map, “Twenty Historical Sites in Powhatan, Virginia” for a three-hour driving tour of sites dating from the 1730s to the 1930s. Click the link above to start your tour!
After your driving tour, make sure to stop by Mama Brown’s for “Sunday cooking everyday” – yes, this means delicious southern-style soul food. This hole in the wall joint never disappoints, especially if you’re not counting calories.
Since 1989, Chadwick’s Orchids has been a hidden gem of Powhatan County. With storefront locations in Richmond and a massive orchid greenhouse right here in rural Powhatan, this family business is sure to provide you with a unique shopping and educational experience.
Orchids not your thing? How about taking advantage of the miles of trails, playgrounds, and athletic fields over at Fighting Creek Park! Powhatan is fortunate to have such ample greenspace and locals love gathering at the largest public county-owned park.
End your day in Powhatan by grabbing dinner at County Seat, another local favorite family-owned business here in the county, right across from the historic courthouse. After enjoying more delicious southern comfort favorites, stick around for their frequent live music offerings. These are always a treat!
Immerse Yourself in the Powhatan Community
While you can never truly “spend a day like a local” without being a local, it’s certainly fun to try out the community’s tried and true staples, little known eats, and more. Looking for more to explore in Powhatan County? Check out our other options for dining, drinking, recreation, and shopping.