Fort Valley Country Store

yasmin s

2022-05

TLDR: Stop in. There are very good sandwiches, coffee, groceries, art, gifts, and if you've read this far: the best carrot cake I've ever had.Claire is very simply the best. Her staff are so kind and so helpful. Did I mention the carrot cake?I came across the store during a mid-pandemic camping trip, and I was smart enough to grab a slice of the cake out of the fridge to go with our firewood. Me and a friend with roots in the area agreed that this was the best carrot cake we've ever had. So I beelined right back to the store after we packed up camp determined to find the cake maker. It wasn't hard- hi Claire! Since then, I have made several pilgrimages (I'm only about 60 miles away...) back, obviously follow on IG and subscribe to the newsletter, and I really really value Claire's hard work, carrot cake, style, and Fort Valley as a whole because of the store. This is not the kind of place I visit casually in an increasingly polarized world. And yet, it's worth it every time. Fort Valley is beautiful.If you've made it *this* far, you see it's deeper than cake. Claire and her staff have put little touches everywhere, and they are so thoughtful about the items they sell. Each and every staff member I've interacted with has been patient with my dogged questions about cake, and they've been personable and kind and human every time.Thank you, FVCS. Many well wishes and returns your way.

Rick Furnival

2024-01

A great oasis in one of Virginia's actual hidden valleys. We've been here a couple of times related to our activities at Peter's Mill Run OHV Area. The store is complete with friendly personnel and delicious deli treats. If you need a trail pass, this should be your destination - and if you're just passing through stop anyway. We recommend it.

Tina Smart

2024-02

The live wire mtn dew was expired in September of 23 and I’ve been there a few times since and it’s still there. They claim to have hot subs on the website menu and paper menu but I was told they cannot make a hot sub. Also tired of the nasty looks given from Kimberly upon my entry, everytime.

shantanu padhye

2021-05

we were 4 people staying nearby on the campsites.. we walked in because we forgot charcoal for grilling lol.. but as soon as you walk in the store you can smell and see the in house bakery .. its a family owned family run store with a gas pump and they are always smiling ..dont miss the cranberry walnut bread and their other in house baked goods.. we got some for munching and finished half off it in the store just having coffee and then stopped the next day again to sit n enjoy and talk to them such is the vibe !! its very cute and you would get supplies if you forgot from the town .. and please please lets talk about their grilled sandwiches !!!!!!! their sandwiches are fresh made to order and fresh .. the grilled cheese is to die for aka a perfect grilled cheese ..i can travel again 2hours from VA for THAT sandwich ..i drool as i write this ..dont miss that sandwich !! you would talk about it when you got back .. as i am .. theres a small seating area where you could sit n eat n relax .. enjoy the outdoors more now..as we spent time there we saw a farmers truck leave some corn there and it was for sale literally farm to store fresh !! i know the review is long , but this place deserved it.. these are hidden gems in the countryside

Peggy West-Schroder

2023-09

We were lost & SO happy to find this awesome little store! I bought some Mango Salsa & now wish I would have bought 2. The two women in the store were SO helpful & we got a home grown cucumber as we left. The owner made sure my grandson got the "right" bottle of Gatorade. I am still savoring the chocolate covered raisins I bought. The only thing better than the good eats was the customer service.

Chris Bierman

2023-09

I was bikepacking through the George Washington forest for several days and was tired and very wet from having ridden through some heavy storms. Thank goodness I found this place and the two kind ladies within. I was able to eat, drink and dry out. My phone and charger were soaked. The owner lent me her charger, so that I could power up and make it to the next campground. Thank you to both of you for being so welcoming and kind. Over the course of the next week, I eventually made it all the way back to Pittsburgh, PA. During my stop at the FVCS a man stopped in and was talking up the local ice cream social and how he liked soft ice cream and not the kind you have to eat with your teeth. He then turned to the young lady working in the store and asked her, "Why weren't you at the ice cream social last year?" She replied, "Because I'm not very social." Thanks again FVCS!

John Milton Peterson III

2023-07

This little general store & gas station has just about everything that those camping, hiking, and off roading in the nearby Washington National Forest would need. However, their gas is far overpriced versus the nearby towns and two of the three people working in there are frankly rude and not very helpful or nice at all. Even if you spend hundreds of dollars per year there as some of us have (trying to support local businesses and the locally made products), they are really only nice to the locals that they know. They might want to consider where the money coming into Fort Valley that pays their bills is coming from.

Barbara Thompson

2023-05

Very nice store with a great deli. Clean, well stocked store.

Brandon Almond

2024-03

Best cheese steak in virginia!!! Great people, everyone makes you feel right at home!!!!

Ace76 inDC

2024-01

The perfect country store with sandwiches that would put New York City up for a run for their money. A must stop if you're headed for the valley!

J.D. Griffin

2023-05

If you are rolling thru this beautiful part of God's country and pass by this hidden gem you will not forgive yourself! The sandwiches and Subs are handmade to order and let me tell you they are not shy about the meat! I drive a truck and make it a point to schedule myself here every 2 weeks. The staff is super friendly and l always enjoy popping in.

Patrick Kasilag

2023-05

This place is awesome! Came here to get an OHV pass to ride Peters Mill and was assisted by a very helpful and friendly lady. Tried out their Steak & Cheese sandwich and it was definitely worth the wait!

Mike Gardner

2019-05

Great place to stop for a fresh made sandwich! All staff and the owner are super friendly and just nice folks in general. A friend and I stopped in the other day while on a motorcycle ride and thoroughly enjoyed the made to order grilled cheese sandwiches with bacon and pepper jack cheese on wheat bread. I literally wanted to hug myself!

TJ Parsons

2023-12

All staff are wonderful ! Once the Store changed hands, it is delightful! Great food well worth every penny. Breakfast biscuits are to die for...

James Merillat

2020-05

Decent selection of items. With the exception of the deli and the milk/eggs cooler there are no prices listed. Friendliness of staff is very hit or miss and the prices are absolutely outrageous on.... everything. The price always seems to change depending on which person is ringing you up. Certain employees type the items in and others scan them. I have been there plenty of times and have bought the same items with a different total each time. I try to support local businesses but today will be the last time I go there. Do yourself a favor and head back into town where there is a target and Walmart etc.

Mary Dianne Murphy

2020-05

If you have not indulged in their home made carrot cake, cinnamon/raisen bread, cookies or for that matter just about anything they bake and offer, - you are missing out on a treat! Even if I do not Really need anything, I always come up with a reason to stop by and purchase something and inquire about their baked goods and locally made cards. The latter are a big hit with my stuck in the city friends.

Mark Boyd

2019-05

We stayed at Pine Cone Cabin in Fort Valley for a few days and stopped in here 3 or 4 times. Friendly enough and prices are ok. While we found the prices a little high on some items, you'd have to drive 20 minutes or so to wind up spending more so we can't complain. We'll be back to the area for a visit and we'll be back here, no doubt.

Raymond Crew

2016-05

I am very happy a new place has revived this location. There was such a dearth of convenient places in this valley. This store's food, sandwiches and coffee are all fine and make me visit this valley more often.

Thomas Teknipp

2021-05

Great fun friendly staff. Amazing deli food and awesome breakfast. Thanks for letting us borrow a pan!

David McHenry

2020-05

Excellent small store with everyday needs, a deli, and a small bit of common rounds for hunters. The staff is very friendly, and professional.

N Maharaj

2021-05

The staff here are very friendly. They stock most things that you would need for a decent meal if staying in this little town.

madsNtay

2023-05

Amazing sandwiches best BLT ever must stop here if you are traveling through

Dan Wolford

2018-05

Great service, very friendly, excellent deli and sandwiches etc. Fantastic beer 🍻 cave too!

Phillip Dewayne “Philippe Caruso” Owen

2018-05

Great little deli with huge sandwiches. The grilled cheese with bacon and tomatoes is amazing.

Dennis Moriarty

2018-05

Down to earth hospitality. Great deli sandwiches. Daily lunch specials . Unique gifts.

William Gleaves

2018-05

Great place and nice people. Super selection of local baked goods and beer/wine too.

Gaurav Hegde

2021-05

Lovely place for a quick bite and picking up essentials during camping .

Behram Jamaspi

2020-05

Cute little grocery stores that has all basic amenities and a lot more .. pls support local business

Rolando Ricelli

2023-05

Great subs and friendly service

Mandie Conner

2018-05

The staff is AMAZING and the food was spectacular :)