The Hangout — Restaurant in Hollins

We were visiting some family in the area, and there was a band that they said was the most popular in Roanoke, so we needed to go see them playing at The Hangout. It was really packed, so parking was actually kind of an issue once we got there. It's definitely a hole in the wall, just above a biker bar type of place. They had one large room where the band was set up with a number of tables and a bar. Then, a second room had two pool tables and a few tables to sit at. We ended up sitting in the pool room. They also have a stage Outback with a little viewing area. They're kind of a sports bar mix. They even promote that they have disc golf, which, walking around, I saw there were two portable holes that they could set up. The place had a pretty good vibe. The band was kind of a '80s- 2000's and they were pretty fun. Their fried hot dog was pretty good, we got a few appetizers, and we were told that they had the best chili in town, which was pretty good. My daughter got some wings. They were a little dry. I think they might have been overcooked, but they weren't horrible. Service was touch and go, but no fault of their own. The place was absolutely mobbed, and they were working their tails off. Looks to be a good place to find live music, get a few drinks and a little bit of food. Everything was pretty solid. If we were in the area again and the hang out was suggested, I wouldn't think twice about...

So I went to this place on accident and it was THE BEST mistake I have ever made in my life 😂 I was originally going to the restaurant next to them but they were closed so I said “let me try the hangout” at the time I had heard nothing but good things about the place and it turns out, they were all TRUE. I ordered the mango habanero traditional wings with fries and let me tell ya, some of the best dang eatin I have ever had. The wings were cooked perfect, they were covered in the perfect amount of sauce, not too much, not too little. The fries were crispy as you can get em, they had awesome flavor I don’t know what seasoning they use but I love it. And don’t even get me started on the price….. YOU CANT BEAT IT. For that awesome quality of food you can’t beat it. I will no longer be going to the restaurant next to them anymore, anytime I’m working in the Hollins area I will be hanging out at the hangout...

The Hangout is a fantastic place to "hang out". It's family-friendly with a wonderful atmosphere. The outdoor hangout area is particularly unique and even hosts cornhole tournaments on certain nights. Additionally, they have a large covered stage where incredible bands perform to entertain their guests. Lori, the owner, is an amazing person who genuinely cares about her patrons and employees. By the way, my nickname is Jack, and I visit the Hangout nearly every day. Don't forget...