When visiting us at the Academy Center of the Arts, we encourage you to visit the restaurants below, who generously support arts and culture in downtown Lynchburg!
Participating Dining Partners
My Dog Duke’s Diner
My Dog Duke’s Diner offers fun food and a welcoming atmosphere in a beautifully restored building in Downtown Lynchburg. Raising the standard for local dining, Duke’s offers a unique dinner menu with many tempting entrées. My Dog Duke’s Diner offers a complimentary starter to Academy ticket holders on the night of the show. Proof of purchase must be shown. (Limited to one starter per every two guests with tickets)
Jimmy’s on The James
Located on Commerce Street just steps away from the Academy Center of the Arts, you’ll find Jimmy’s on the James, a dining experience like no other. Jimmy’s offers a prix fixe menu on evenings the Academy is hosting performances and shows. Proof of purchase must be shown.
Robin Alexander Bistro {RA} Bistro
Combining style and substance perfectly, {RA} Bistro is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Lynchburg and features seasonally inspired American cuisine.
Shoemakers American Grille
Located on the Bluffwalk in historic downtown Lynchburg, Virginia, Shoemakers American Grille offers fine cuisine in an upscale industrial setting. Shoemakers offers a complimentary appetizer for up to $12 to Academy ticket holders on the night of the show. Proof of purchase must be shown.
Skyline
The only rooftop dining in downtown Lynchburg, Skyline offers exceptional views of the city, both inside and out. Guests enjoy comforting food, exceptional service, and a cozy atmosphere. Skyline offers complimentary White Bean Hummus & Vegetables to Academy ticket holders on the night of the show. Proof of purchase must be shown. (Limited to one starter per every two guests with tickets)
Tahini’s Mediterranean Grill
Located in the heart of downtown Lynchburg, Tahini’s is a fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant, serving fast, fresh, and flavorful authentic cuisine. Tahini’s offers a 10% discount to Academy ticket holders on evenings that the Academy is hosting performances and shows. Proof of purchase must be shown. Parties of 4 are requested to call in for reservations to give an extra special experience.
The Water Dog
The Water Dog aims to bring together great craft brews and tasty artisan beer food with an awesome riverside environment and “some pretty rad people”. The Water Dog offers a discount to Academy ticket holders on evenings that the Academy is hosting performances and shows. Proof of purchase must be shown.
Waterstone Pizza
A savory blend of hand-tossed, fire roasted crust topped with fresh, gourmet ingredients create the unrivaled flavors of Waterstone Pizza. Waterstone offers a complimentary appetizer for up to $12 to Academy ticket holders on the night of the show. Proof of purchase must be shown.
The William & Henry
The William & Henry Steakhouse brings together two seasoned steakhouse operators 60 combined years of fine dining experience to offer an exceptional menu in an elegant new venue in The Virginian Hotel in Downtown Lynchburg. The William & Henry offers complimentary Prosciutto & Goat Cheese Bruschetta to Academy ticket holders on the night of the show. Proof of purchase must be shown. (Limited to one starter per every two guests with tickets)
