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Amherst County

Worth crossing town for: tacos in Forest

From Madison Heights it's through Lynchburg and out Forest Road. Order ahead so the trip ends with a bag in your hand rather than a wait at the counter.

Route
Through Lynchburg, out Forest Road
Address
17980 Forest Rd Ste D, Forest, VA 24551
Hours
Tue–Sat 11am–8pm · Sun 11am–3pm

A destination trip, planned properly

Madison Heights isn't next door, so the trip should be worth it. That means two things: ordering something the drive won't ruin, and not spending the time you saved standing in line. Order-ahead pickup handles the second, and a little menu strategy handles the first.

Burritos, tortas and loaded fries are the sturdiest choices. Quesabirrias are spectacular but at their best in the first few minutes, so they're better if you're eating close by. Sauces on the side keep everything from going soft on a longer ride.

If you're making the drive anyway, it's worth ordering enough to cover dinner for the household — the menu is easy to scale, and rice, beans and chips stretch a takeout order across a table.

Plan the trip
  • Order online before you set out
  • Pick a pickup slot that matches your arrival
  • Choose sturdier items for the ride back
  • Grab sides to stretch the order at home

What to bring home

Burritos

Rolled tight and built to survive the drive.

Tortas

Toasted bolillo sandwiches that travel well.

Loaded fries

Sturdier than nachos on a longer trip.

Tacos by the batch

Order a spread and let everyone pick.

Rice & beans

Stretches takeout into a full family dinner.

Tres leches

Dessert in the same bag.

See the full menu

Making the drive worth it

Timed pickup

Choose the slot so nothing sits waiting.

Packed for the road

Sauces on the side, wraps sealed, sturdy containers.

Slow-cooked meats

The kind of food that justifies a trip across town.

Scale it up

Order dinner for the household in one go.

Easy parking

Out front — no downtown parking hunt.

Catering available

For events across the greater Lynchburg area.

Coming from Madison Heights

Head south into Lynchburg, then out Forest Road (Route 221) toward Forest. We're at 17980 Forest Rd Ste D, Forest, VA 24551.

The kitchen runs 11am–8pm Tuesday through Saturday and 11am–3pm on Sunday. We're closed Mondays.

Call ahead at (434) 213-2810 if you want to check on a slow-cooked item before making the drive.

17980 Forest Rd Ste D, Forest, VA 24551

Hours
  • MondayClosed
  • Tuesday11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Wednesday11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Thursday11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Friday11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Saturday11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Sunday11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Order before you head over

Set your pickup time for when you'll arrive and drive straight home with it.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get there from Madison Heights?

Head into Lynchburg and take Forest Road (Route 221) west toward Forest; we're at 17980 Forest Rd Ste D.

What holds up best on the drive back?

Burritos, tortas and loaded fries, with sauces packed on the side.

Should I order ahead?

Yes — choose a pickup time that lines up with your arrival so nothing sits.

Do you deliver to Madison Heights?

Our ordering system is pickup-based. Order online and collect at the shop.

Do you cater in Amherst County?

Share your event details on the catering page and we'll tell you what's feasible.

What are your hours?

Tue–Sat 11am–8pm, Sun 11am–3pm, closed Monday.

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