Alberta General Store

Brunswick Stew is unbelievable!!! Will be coming back soon! Love everything about this little place.

I was out at The Great Big Greenhouse in Richmond and saw they had a vendor selling white meat chicken Brunswick stew. The gentleman selling "Uncle Chuck's" stew from the Alberta General Store had such passion about his product, I gave it a try. The sample was so good, I purchased more to take home. I eat Brunswick stew frequently and this was some of the best I have had. If you want to try it, check out the picture with their web site. Check their schedule necause they do not have regular days in Richmond.

The Alberta General Store & Deli is as local as local can get. A highway backup combined with a little pre-dinner hunger were the reasons I detoured from I-85. A brief glance at Yelp came up with this little place with 18 Five Star Ratings. ITS A LITTLE HARD TO FIND, BUT WELL WORTH THE DETOUR!!! On a healthy kick, I opted for the Brunswick Stew and Caramelized Yellow Squash and Onions. To encourage community development, they invite visitors to visit the consignment bazar across the street saying, "We'll ring the bell when your food's ready". The dishes were so good, I took four frozen containers of stew home, along with trading recipes with "Chef Chuck". Yes, Charles gave me his recipe for Squash & Onions in exchange for my famous Basel Frittata (includes enough fresh basel to make a salad)--Let me know if it shows up on the menu, I am sure they will make it taste greatL

I was halfway through a multi-state biking journey when I stopped in Alberta to try the stew. Unfortunately, Chuck (the owner and stewmaster) was sick that day and the store was closed.Luckily for me, the owner of the consignment shop across the street (Beth) saw me staring at the closed doors, and offered to heat up some stew for me! What kindness!Needless to say, the stew is amazing, I ate two bowls and would have had more had I not been in a hurry. Try the stew! Great stew! Nice people!I'm not sure they currently sell food besides the stew, but the stew is worth it!Thanks, Beth!

What a fantastic place! If you're driving down I-85 between Richmond and Durham and need a place to eat, this is your stop. Go here and eat! Food is great, service is great and the deserts are unbelievable. Try the Brunswick stew, the pecan pie and the coconut pie! You won't be sorry!

I've had this review saved for the past 1.5 years, it's about time I get this posted.My wife and I were driving down to South Carolina and right around the NC/VA border we started to get hungry. Previously that week I had finally decided to become a Yelp! citizen because both my siblings couldn't stop talking about finding such amazing hidden-gem restaurants.Well, Yelp did not disappoint. The Alberta General Store & Deli was the first hidden gem I found on Yelp.The Brunswick stew. It's just what you have to get. I can't remember anything else except the Brunswick stew and their Apple Pie. Both were amazing. I remember leaving that place full and very happy. The owners are some of the kindest people, and I wish them a fantastic 2015!

Super friendly and good food. I was looking for a place to get breakfast along I-85 that was not 'fast food'. What a pleasant place to get a hearty breakfast and a welcoming atmosphere - and a sample of the famous Brunswick Stew. I'll definitely be back.

After getting engaged in SC, my new fiancee and I drove back up to our hometown in NJ. We, like many of the other reviewers, were looking for something that wasn't just generic fast food off of I-85. Yelp led us to the General Store, and I must say, this is just small-town charm and the friendliest people you will ever meet! They made all of our food fresh, and it was great on the budget. They even gave us a sample of the Brunswick Stew. The food was delicious - our sandwiches felt like they had the love & care that our mothers used to put into them back in the day when we took box lunches to school. The food is delicious, but my favorite part is the people. They are just so nice to everyone that comes in, and they love their town. It is so nice to see people that still have hometown pride. They have a town dog, Albert, who hangs out in the thrift shop across the street, but apparently goes home at night with the General Store owners. He is adorable and sweet. They also support one another - I even got to buy some "Bug-Off" soap that was made by a local single mother. And the best part? They have local children decorate their paper to-go bags at the General Store. One look at the initials on the bottom of the bag, and the lady helping us knew exactly which child it was. You must stop here; even if you aren't hungry, you can always use the warm smiles and welcoming you get from this shop!

As a frequent traveler between Virginia and North Carolina via I-85, I am unfortunately quite familiar with the South Hill exit dining options. Fast food is fine if you really do need it fast, but I've been wanting something a little more substantial on our drives.Last night, we were lucky enough to come upon the Alberta General Store & Deli (by searching Yelp along our intended drive). We could not be happier with our find. Local folks, serving locally-made food, helping to revive a small-town American downtown. Count us in!My wife had the Brunswick Stew, and it lived up to every lofty expectation. It was simply delicious, and was the hit of the table. (The owners were kind enough to provide samples to all in my family, which no doubt saved my wife's meai from complete plunder.) My wife also had a fried egg sandwich, which she reports was every bit as good as it looked. I had a hot ham and cheese, which was fine, but nothing I couldn't make at home. (Then again, how fancy can a hot ham and cheese get?) The double cheeseburger my oldest son had scored high marks with him, while the barbecue pork sandwich my middle son had probably rated as the second-biggest hit of the evening. Somewhat in the eastern-NC style (though less vinegary), the meat was tender, moist, and very pleasantly lean. I'm not sure whether sauce on the table is homemade or not, but it too was quite good.We finished off the meal with homemade vanilla cake with chocolate frosting for the boys, and a pineapple upside down cake for my wife. Everyone enjoyed their desserts.The general store part of the establishment is a treat to look through while waiting for your meal. They've started featuring crafts for sale from Alberta locals, some of which are quite charming.

There aren't enough stars in the world to describe the magnificence of Alberta's heart and soul, which are centralized in the deli. This whole town has unrivaled hospitality, and the deli has unrival-able Brunswick Stew! This deli is a shining example of a Third Place.