On the ground floor of Moore on Main

Dawn & Dusk

Seasonal cooking by Executive Chef Forest Knauff and craft cocktails by GM Zane Triplett, from morning through evening.

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Hours & location

Find us on Main Street

Thursday & Friday8am–2pm & 5–10pm
Saturday10am–2pm & 5–10pm
Sunday10am–2pm & 5–8pm
Monday–WednesdayClosed

170 East Main Street
Abingdon, Virginia 24210

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The menu

Dawn Menu brunch, Dusk Menu shareables

From Dawn to Dusk, seasonal cooking by Executive Chef Forest Knauff and craft cocktails by GM Zane Triplett, from morning through evening.

  • A white plate containing toast, fried eggs, bacon, sausage patties, and breakfast potatoes on a black speckled countertop.

    Brunch

    Classic breakfast plates, avocado toast, and chicken and waffles, with fresh sides.

    Brunch
  • A rustic scene with a bowl of mashed potatoes on a dark table, surrounded by cherry tomatoes, a knife, a spoon with grated cheese, and some spilled tomato juice, in a moody, low-light setting.

    Dusk Bites

    A short menu for the back half of the evening. Something hot, something fried, and a brownie to finish.

    Dusk Bites
  • A close-up of a cocktail glass with amber-colored drink, garnished with a cherry on a skewer and a twist of orange peel, set against a dark, speckled background.

    Cocktails

    Mimosas by day, and named pours like the Twilight Margarita and Golden Spell after dark.

    Cocktails
  • Group of people toasting with glasses of red and white wine at a social gathering.

    Wine & Beer

    A well-chosen wine list by the glass or bottle, plus beer on tap and a rotating selection of bottles and cans.

    Wine & Beer 
Our story

Start and end your day with us

Born from a love of good food, meaningful connection, and the historic charm of downtown Abingdon.

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Dawn and Dusk brandmark A note from the owners

Welcome to Dawn & Dusk

Dawn & Dusk was born from a love of good food, meaningful connection, and the historic charm of downtown Abingdon.

When our family purchased this Main Street building, we saw more than brick walls and old floors. We saw an opportunity to create a gathering place where neighbors, visitors, families, and friends could come together, honoring the character of this historic space while bringing new life to it through great hospitality.

By day, Dawn & Dusk is a bright and welcoming brunch house serving thoughtfully prepared breakfast, lunch, coffee, and cocktails. It's a place for morning meetings, weekend brunches, celebrations, and everyday moments worth slowing down for.

As the sun sets, the atmosphere shifts. Dawn & Dusk transforms into an intimate evening destination where handcrafted cocktails, small plates, and conversation take center stage, inspired by the timeless appeal of classic speakeasies.

As local business owners and parents raising our family here in Southwest Virginia, we believe the best restaurants are about more than food. They're about creating experiences, building community, and making people feel at home.

Whether you're joining us for a sunrise coffee, a leisurely brunch, or an evening cocktail, we're grateful to be part of your story. Welcome to Dawn & Dusk.

Ron & Nicole Moore Owners 
Lead staff
  • A smiling woman with blonde wavy hair, wearing a beige top, a floral kimono, and a dragon pendant necklace, sitting in front of a brick wall with a plant to her left.

    Michelle Long

    CFO & Creative Director

  • A bearded man wearing a tan Carhartt cap and a brown work apron, sitting in front of a brick wall with a bouquet of colorful flowers in the background.

    Forest Knauff

    Executive Chef

  • A man with light skin, blue eyes, and a beard, standing with arms crossed in front of a brick wall, wearing a white shirt with black leaf patterns and a watch on his left wrist.

    Zane Triplett

    General Manager

  • A man with a beard and dark hair, wearing a black shirt and a brown apron, takes a selfie in front of a brick wall. A bouquet of orange, yellow, and green flowers is in the background.

    Dawson Bullington

    Cook

Signature package

The Abingdon Experience

An evening bite at Dusk, a night upstairs, and brunch at Dawn. The whole building, in one booking.

  • Small plates and cocktails at Dusk
  • A night in the Penthouse or the Loft
  • Brunch at Dawn
Book the experience

Or, if you'd prefer to keep things simple, book a loft upstairs on its own.

Living room with brick wall, wooden beams, ceiling fan, window blinds, chairs, sofa with furry throw, fireplace, and kitchen area with pendant lights. 
Ready when you are

Come see for yourself.

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