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LUIGI'SGRILL
ITALIAN GOURMET
ALEJANDRO'S MEXICAN

Good food and atmosphere plus consistency in delicious, handmade dishes make this award-winning Italian
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the best
in the region.
This award-winning Mexican restaurant
boasts
flavors,
great margaritas and the ultimate salsa bar.

ince 2007, Alejandro's Mexican Grill has
been known as one of the best places in
town for authentic Mexican food. The
Roanoker readers have spoken, too, awarding
Alejandro's Platinum for "Best Mexican Restaurant"
and Gold for "Best Tacos."
Originally from Mexico, Moises Nucamendi and
his wife Lisa opened the first Alejandro's (his brother's
name) in downtown, and have now expanded into two
more locations: the downtown spot on Campbell,
one at the corner of Williamson and Peters Creek
and Mill Lane Commons in Salem.
After so many years of great service, Nucamendi
still loves getting to know his customers. "My
favorite thing," he says, "is that I feel good about
the way of life, like interacting with customers.
We are friends now."

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Their chefs are known for creativing dishes

with true Italian flavors. Guests can enjoy dishes
such as a classic shrimp cocktail or crab-stuffed
mushrooms, or entrees such as Veal Bella Boca,
Chicken Cacciatore and Eggplant Parmigiana.
One of their most popular dishes is the Beef
Bracciotini, with steak wrapped around prosciutto,
mozzarella and mushrooms, and served with
spahetti in a spicy tomato sauce. The decadent
blend of robust and subtle flavors will have you
feeling like an Italian in no time!
Whether you're seeking an intimate night out
with your partner, a cozy family meal or a private
party, Luigi's can accommodate all your dining
needs. Along with their private dining room, they
also offer catering and a seasonal outdoor patio.
As the "first and finest Italian restaurant in
Roanoke," Maristane, Juninho and their team at
Luigi's can't wait to meet and share their incredible
dishes with you and your family.

ALEJANDROSMEXICANGRILL.COM
H O L L I N S/N. R OA N O K E: 540.904.5825 * 7212 WILLIAMSON ROAD, ROANOKE, VA 24019
D O W NTO W N R OA N O540.989.6277
K E: 540.400.7053
* 127 CAMPBELL AVENUE,
VA 24011AVE, ROANOKE, VA 24018
* WWW.LUIGISVIRGINIA.COM
* ROANOKE,
3301 BRAMBLETON
S A L E M: 540.387.1420 * 1304 W. MAIN STREET, SALEM, VA 24153
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NEW YORK PIZZA
The award-winning restaurant prides itself on being unique in its own right, known for authentic Italian
flavors, the best pizza in town and giving back to the community.

thers have tried to imitate this beloved
restaurant but it can never be done! Since
opening in 1982, New York Pizza has been
the one and only of its kind in Roanoke. They've been
in their sole Vinton location for years as they grew
and improved every delicious recipe that patrons
know and love today. While a lot of businesses have
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York Pizza, the original is right here in Vinton - the
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Guests flock to their classic calzones and stromboli,
but the rest of the menu is always a hit, too. Montuori
says one of their most popular dishes is the Philly
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plenty of cheese, peppers, onions and mushrooms.
"We also have great pizza that will feed the whole
family!" Montuori adds.
New York Pizza always prides itself on paying
their good fortune back into the community. They try

to give back as often as possible and offer a special
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women in uniform. Mondays are for law enforcement;
Tuesdays for fire and rescue; and Wednesdays are
for veterans. The specials are a great way to thank
hardworking individuals for all they do in our area.
As far as their successes, they credit it all to their
customers. For New York Pizza, it's all about getting
to meet new people and building a relationship with
them over the years. Their loyal customers have
awarded New York Pizza Platinum wins for both
"Best Pizza" and "Best Vinton Restaurant" in The
Roanoker's 2020 Dining Awards.
Now a Dining Awards winner for over a decade,
the team is honored to be recognized as the best in
town. As the only "New York Pizza" in town, they can't
wait to share their years of experience and flavors
with you-and don't forget to visit their sister store,
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