The Corner is a lively bar and nightlife destination in Bristol, Virginia, that brings together great drinks, genuine hospitality, and an atmosphere that makes every visit feel memorable.
Conveniently located at 501 State St, this local favorite has earned a strong reputation in the community, reflected in its impressive 4.40 out of 5 rating from 362 reviews.
Whether you are looking for a relaxed place to unwind after work, a fun spot to meet friends for drinks, or a night out filled with music and entertainment, The Corner offers a welcoming setting that encourages guests to settle in, enjoy the moment, and come back again and again.
What sets The Corner apart is the way it balances comfort, quality, and energy. Guests can enjoy dine-in, takeaway, or on-site service, giving them the flexibility to fit the experience into their plans with ease.
With fast service and attentive table service, the venue delivers the comfort of a full sit-down outing while keeping the pace lively and the mood easygoing. The drink and food offerings are designed for social occasions, with beer, cocktails, wine, spirits, alcohol, food, food at the bar, and happy-hour drinks all adding to the appeal.
From a great beer selection to expertly made cocktails, The Corner gives customers a reason to stay a little longer, savor the atmosphere, and make the most of their time out.
The Corner is also known for creating experiences that go beyond a typical bar visit. A rotating mix of live music, live performances, quiz nights, and sport helps give each night its own character, turning an ordinary outing into something with more personality and energy.
The atmosphere is casual, cozy, and trendy, making it a great fit for solo diners, groups of friends, and anyone looking for a comfortable place with a lively edge. Accessibility is thoughtfully supported with a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible toilet, helping the space feel welcoming to more guests.
Reservations are accepted, and payment is made simple with credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. With dependable service, memorable entertainment, and a friendly neighborhood feel, The Corner stands out as a place where great nights begin and lasting favorites are made.
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Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at The Corner
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Crispy chicken wings tossed in your choice of wing sauce.
Crispy chicken wings tossed in your choice of wing sauce.
Crinkle cut fries smothered with cheese, bacon, and scallions.
Crispy fried tortilla chips with a 6 ounce choice of dip.
Layered nachos inside of a tortilla bowl.
Hear from our valued guests
I ate supper across the street in Tennessee then went across the street to Virginia to eat dessert and it was great. This place loves Bob Ross and I enjoyed it. I had the fried cheesecake with ice cream, it was great. Oh yeah and they sell Bob Ross t shirts too
I think this is the second review I’ve ever written but I thought this place was worth the review. My wife and I have been to Bristol many times before and never stopped in at the corner restaurant. When we walked in for lunch we didn’t see many people in there but some were at the bar. We were deciding whether to stay or not when the girl at the bar said we could sit anywhere. We decided to stay. She promptly came over and was the nicest person you could ask for. She also recommended the fish or shrimp tacos. I decided to try them both. Much to my surprise, these were the best tacos I’ve ever had. Fresh and delicious. Whether you go there for drinks and music, I can tell you that that food is worth a try. I would recommend this place to everyone.
Walked in and was greeted immediately. Service was top-notch. Just arrived in Bristol. Cool spot open till 11. On a Thursday night. Food and drinks were off the chain. Literally right around the corner from our hotel. The Bristol hotel.
Food was fantastic and the service was even better. We brought our husky with us and she was PAMPERED by the wonderful staff. We will be coming here a lot more often!
A must place to eat. The food that we had was excellent. I had the Bristol Firehouse Burger with pretzel bites it came with cheese dip I give the Burger a 10. It was very flavorful with spice but you could still taste the condiments so it was absolutely full of FLAVOR. My husband had the French dip sandwich and cheese bites. This sandwich was full of flavor as well a 10 it gets. The presentation of the food, the wonderful staff,the cleanliness and promptness and flavor will be bring us back even tho it is 22 miles one way from where we live. A must eat place.
Food was awesome, Manager, waitress, and cook very. Burger was made to perfection and the loaded nachos were yummy. Very generous food portions and very reasonable pricing. I'll definitely be back when passing through town. Thanks
We are in Bristol, TN/VA, for the first time ever. Work related. The Corner was highly recommended by the hotel staff. We were not disappointed with our selections. We had lunch and dinner there. The staff were very friendly and professional. We ordered the lemon pepper wings, garlic buffalo wings, firehouse wings, spinach dip, jalapeno hush puppies, sidewinder fries, the 501 melt, and a very nice adult beverage.
Wonderful place to have a bite. Starting off, we ordered the appetizer platter. It was fantastic! I highly recommend the jalapeño hush puppies with the quso dipping sauce. I ordered a chicken Parmesan Sub with broccoli. The broccoli was cooked perfectly, which is hard to find. The sub was on par. My partner got the Ruban with cilantro lime rice. It was it's phenomenal. The service here was amazing! It's hard to find awesome service with having a pet. The pampered my 6 month old puppy. She was given water and served her own meal (grilled chicken). If you're looking for a pet-friendly place, this is the place to go too!
I like to find non chain restaurants when I'm visiting a new city and this was amazing! Tvo was our server and he gave great recommendations to choose from the menu. The side Caesar salad was amazing it was loaded with crisp lettuce and tomatoes with Parmesan cheese and croutons. The fried shrimp taco was delicious served on a crispy flour taco with jalapeño slaw, avocado, pico and cheese. The buffalo wings were tasty and flavorful and served with celery and ranch dressing. The pretzel bites and hamburger slider was delicious. The cheeseburger and cheese rounds were delicious.
Great food, good service for large lunch crowd. Clean, nice rest room, and nice folks. Reasonable prices too.
Common questions about The Corner
The Corner is located at 501 State St, Bristol, VA 24201, United States, Bristol, VA, United States.
You can reach The Corner by calling +1 276-285-2160.
The Corner has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on 362 customer reviews.
The Corner features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
The Corner features the following service options: On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
The Corner features the following highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Live music, Live performances, Quiz night, Sport.
The Corner features the following popular for: Solo dining.
The Corner features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Food, Food at bar, Happy-hour drinks, Spirits, Wine.
The Corner features the following dining options: Table service.
The Corner features the following amenities: Restroom.
The Corner features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Trendy.
The Corner features the following crowd: Groups, Tourists.
The Corner features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
The Corner features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
The Corner features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking.
Business Features
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