Restaurants in Charlottesville
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Best Restaurants
“Jacob, Fairie, and I went to Smyrna tonight and it was exceptional. Our server, David was welcoming, attentive, and down to earth. He knows a good bit about Cville music history which was a plus for us! Orhun is also a music lover and is the reason we had to check out this amazing spot. His and the team’s hospitality is top of the line. Everything we had was great and full of flavor that would include the Meze Trio, the Charred Octopus , the Market Greens and even the carrots were outstanding. Don’t sleep on this gem, Cville.”
“OMG! The long wait is finally over, and it. Was. Worth. It! I absolutely love the interior design, the choice of plates and silverware, and the set up of the tables with grilling nearby. The food was absolutely delicious. This is an elevated experience with delicious bonchon, great quality meat, all cooked perfectly. The service was simply flawless. I can’t wait to come back soon.”
“Chef Yoder is incredibly talented. Unexpected food combinations that blew us away. Amazing wait staff and don’t skip the beverage pairing! Highly educated sommeliers on staff! It was just dinner, it was an experience that I haven’t stopped talking about weeks later!”
“My husband took me here for our anniversary. service was top notch, and the food! OMG! I got the filet, he got the NY strip. I just can't say enough good things about the food and service. seriously, u will not be disappointed!!!”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“We have lived in Charlottesville for 7 years. While we have only eaten at Petit Pois 4 times, it was the first restaurant we at at when we came up to initially look for places to live and it was the most recent place we have dine out, last night for NYE. It is small and cramped. They can't do anything about that. The service has always been top notch, warm, hospitable, engaging and friendly without being over the top. While nothing we have ever eaten there has been memorable; that isn't a slight. Everything has always been good and of the value that we have paid. A place like this with its' price point need to make good food that is better than what I can do at home and better than a chain or corporate "faux" bistro. Along with the good food and the exceptional service they always hit the mark. Last night was the 2nd time we have come in for a New Years Eve meal. We live within walking distance to the downtown mall and we aren't party animals so we typically don't make NYE reservations and just walk down to the strip and see if we can saddle up at a bar somewhere. Last week my fiancee mentioned that this year she would like to make reservations and go out. I searched everywhere in Charlottesville and the surrounding area and all reservations were booked up. Bummer. So, we decided to do our regular routine, put on decent clothes and walk and see if we could slide in somewhere----our first choice as Petit Pois. We go there and talked to the host to see if there was anything possible available, knowing the probability was low and we were OK with that. The host checked, talked to his folks, came out and showed us to a table. Yes, it was small and it was cramped but THEY MADE IT HAPPEN FOR US. Everything was what we expected. The food was good, the service as great, and the price was reasonable, and we had a nice meal and got home in time to watch the ball drop. Thanks Petit Pois. We will see you next New Years.”
“Most authentic Mexican I have found in Charlottesville! Cozy spot with a friendly staff! Laura was absolutely amazing!! The menu can be a little intimidating as it is in Spanish but Laura walked me through all the dishes with detailed descriptions. Plates are great for sharing. We got empanadas, steak and the barbacoa. We also had margaritas to drink. Everything was SO GOOD! We will definitely be back!”
Restaurants with Delivery
“Chef Yoder is incredibly talented. Unexpected food combinations that blew us away. Amazing wait staff and don’t skip the beverage pairing! Highly educated sommeliers on staff! It was just dinner, it was an experience that I haven’t stopped talking about weeks later!”
“Jacob, Fairie, and I went to Smyrna tonight and it was exceptional. Our server, David was welcoming, attentive, and down to earth. He knows a good bit about Cville music history which was a plus for us! Orhun is also a music lover and is the reason we had to check out this amazing spot. His and the team’s hospitality is top of the line. Everything we had was great and full of flavor that would include the Meze Trio, the Charred Octopus , the Market Greens and even the carrots were outstanding. Don’t sleep on this gem, Cville.”
“Clean. Fresh. Friendly. Try the Shrimp! 🍤 and Brisket! Both are delicious.
If you want a small bowl to try a taste, you can get one for only $6.95!
I got:
White rice, shrimp, regular queso, cilantro, mild corn salsa, salsa verde(green salsa), pico (mild tomato salsa), guacamole, chili creme salsa (kind of a creamy orange color)
It was a good flavor balance.
Vegetarian options: I love that this restaurant offers fresh cilantro as a topping and so many sauce/salsa options!
Veggies on the bar: black beans, pinto beans, Fajitas, regular queso and spicy queso, lettuce, pico, tomatillo salsa, mild corn salsa, chili creme salsa, (cilantro), guacamole, hot salsa, Parmesan cheeses, pickled onions, sliced jalapeños, tortilla chip strips, spicy ranch, and a few more.
•You can get toppings on a flour tortilla burrito 🌯 or a bowl of rice 🍚 or a salad 🥗 or a quesadilla, nachos.
Dietary restrictions: Everything is super clean, always being wiped down, & guards against cross-contamination.
The staff offered to change their gloves between making my spicy burrito and my mom's mild bowl.
Some hot salsa got on her gloves and my mom does not like spicy food.
I appreciated that because it is that level of thoughtfulness and respect that you do not always find at every restaurant you go to.
They have two different rice options: white rice with lime and cilantro and brown Spanish-style rice
Parking: Parking on the strip in front of the rest as well as additional parking in front of BJ's restaurant.
Kid-friendliness: High chairs available.
You can get salsas and queso's and different "new" ingredients on the side, so they can be tried for flavor and spice level without ruining the entire entree.
Wheelchair accessibility: Decent amount of distance between indoor and outdoor tables.
Space at round tables to have a wheelchair ♿️ between the curved bench seating.
Exterior entry and exit
Ramp from parking lot at the front door.”
“Most authentic Mexican I have found in Charlottesville! Cozy spot with a friendly staff! Laura was absolutely amazing!! The menu can be a little intimidating as it is in Spanish but Laura walked me through all the dishes with detailed descriptions. Plates are great for sharing. We got empanadas, steak and the barbacoa. We also had margaritas to drink. Everything was SO GOOD! We will definitely be back!”
“We have lived in Charlottesville for 7 years. While we have only eaten at Petit Pois 4 times, it was the first restaurant we at at when we came up to initially look for places to live and it was the most recent place we have dine out, last night for NYE. It is small and cramped. They can't do anything about that. The service has always been top notch, warm, hospitable, engaging and friendly without being over the top. While nothing we have ever eaten there has been memorable; that isn't a slight. Everything has always been good and of the value that we have paid. A place like this with its' price point need to make good food that is better than what I can do at home and better than a chain or corporate "faux" bistro. Along with the good food and the exceptional service they always hit the mark. Last night was the 2nd time we have come in for a New Years Eve meal. We live within walking distance to the downtown mall and we aren't party animals so we typically don't make NYE reservations and just walk down to the strip and see if we can saddle up at a bar somewhere. Last week my fiancee mentioned that this year she would like to make reservations and go out. I searched everywhere in Charlottesville and the surrounding area and all reservations were booked up. Bummer. So, we decided to do our regular routine, put on decent clothes and walk and see if we could slide in somewhere----our first choice as Petit Pois. We go there and talked to the host to see if there was anything possible available, knowing the probability was low and we were OK with that. The host checked, talked to his folks, came out and showed us to a table. Yes, it was small and it was cramped but THEY MADE IT HAPPEN FOR US. Everything was what we expected. The food was good, the service as great, and the price was reasonable, and we had a nice meal and got home in time to watch the ball drop. Thanks Petit Pois. We will see you next New Years.”
“I am a teacher at one of the local schools. Crumbl is consistently supporting the schools and teachers. I randomly met the owners and had a conversation with them and mentioned that because they support the teachers, we promote their "new" cookies each week by starting class on Mondays looking up what's new. They were very nice and were awesome people to get to know. The cookies are always very creative and very good. I'm not much of a "sweets" eater so I can't eat a lot of them because they definitely are sweet, but if anything tempts me, it's Crumbl. These cookies are amazing and the owners are awesome. You should definitely give Crumbl-Charlottesville a try!!”
“We are repeat customers. The food is always great with innovative twists on southern comfort food. The friendliest staff in Cville.”
“What an incredible little restaurant. I still can’t believe we happened across it! My boyfriend and I live in DC and eat out quite frequently, and Tavola topped some Michelin star restaurants we’ve tried. We were blown away by the kindness and knowledge of the sommelier and staff, the generosity and talent of the kitchen, and the overall atmosphere and ambiance. Every dish was on point, every service mark was hit, and I could write paragraphs about the wine recommendations. I would rate it more than five stars if I could. Huge thank you to Clay, Caleb, Kendall and everyone else we met for making our night so memorable. If you’re thinking about opening another location I vote DC!”
“Wonderful experience! Hubby and I visited the tasting room for Valentine's Day. We shared the Reserve flight and Valentine's Wine & Chocolate flight. We took home bottles of four of the eight wines in the flights. The food, corn chowder and a crimini mushroom flatbread, was excellent too. It's all cooked to order & served at the table. Very attentive service. Beautiful setting with sweeping views. I'm so happy that we chose it to celebrate Valentine's Day. It'll be easy to persuade hubby to take me again for my birthday in the summer.”
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“OMG! The long wait is finally over, and it. Was. Worth. It! I absolutely love the interior design, the choice of plates and silverware, and the set up of the tables with grilling nearby. The food was absolutely delicious. This is an elevated experience with delicious bonchon, great quality meat, all cooked perfectly. The service was simply flawless. I can’t wait to come back soon.”
“What an incredible little restaurant. I still can’t believe we happened across it! My boyfriend and I live in DC and eat out quite frequently, and Tavola topped some Michelin star restaurants we’ve tried. We were blown away by the kindness and knowledge of the sommelier and staff, the generosity and talent of the kitchen, and the overall atmosphere and ambiance. Every dish was on point, every service mark was hit, and I could write paragraphs about the wine recommendations. I would rate it more than five stars if I could. Huge thank you to Clay, Caleb, Kendall and everyone else we met for making our night so memorable. If you’re thinking about opening another location I vote DC!”
“Highly recommend this restaurant! The house salad was the best salad I’d ever had. The cocktails are wonderful; the tender even accommodated my special request. The entrees were sumptuous; we got the Italian sausage pasta and the salmon. We travel through Charlottesville twice a year and dine here on our way up and back each year. It’s my favorite part of our trip. Service is excellent.”
“We had our 10th annual company Holiday Dinner there on 12/20/24 Everything was amazing!! The food was outstanding, best steak ever. They offer rare cuts of steak that are indescribable. The service and atmosphere was great. I'm a picky eater and they accommodated every one of my request. The drinks are a little weak for doubles but we will absolutely be back.”
“Great service, excellent flavors and choices!! Pizza was so flavorful and amazing!!”
24 Hour Restaurants
“I did take out, I loved their burritos, chicken, white rice, black beans, cream? sour cream? I don't know but I would ask for buffalo sauce too. Gosh, they were so delicious! I would love to have one again, but I don't work up that way anymore and I don't know if they have regained there total menu since the pandemic. But next time I am up that way I am going to check in and see!”
“Really nice, quaint. I like how small it feels and the staff are always a pleasure. I've sat at the bar the last three times and had something different every time, but always chicken & a side or two. Looking forward to trying the patio soon too..”
“Highly recommend this restaurant! The house salad was the best salad I’d ever had. The cocktails are wonderful; the tender even accommodated my special request. The entrees were sumptuous; we got the Italian sausage pasta and the salmon. We travel through Charlottesville twice a year and dine here on our way up and back each year. It’s my favorite part of our trip. Service is excellent.”
“We had our 10th annual company Holiday Dinner there on 12/20/24 Everything was amazing!! The food was outstanding, best steak ever. They offer rare cuts of steak that are indescribable. The service and atmosphere was great. I'm a picky eater and they accommodated every one of my request. The drinks are a little weak for doubles but we will absolutely be back.”
Takeout Restaurants
“The Pho and Boba Milk tea are delicious, many flavors of tea, and the Pho was best with the brisket. It has the best pho I have ever tried!
Edit: still 5 star, but. I tried more stuff, and it is still really good. The rice platters, the BBQ and and curry buns are really good, too!”
“The team at mission bbq in Charlottesville delivers excellent customer service every time we come in. My husband and I have been to many Mission bbq’s along the east coast but this one is the our favorite! The food is always on point and the staff is extremely helpful and friendly!”
“01.28.25 The beginning of January we had our Wedding Welcoming Party at Random Row in lieu of a traditional Rehearsal Dinner. The outcome was exactly what we were hoping for. It was a laid back and fun environment where 80 of our guests were able to have great pizza and refreshments in a way that brought all of the different families and friend groups together. Cori and her staff from the planning stages until the end of the night couldn’t have been easier to work with and we had great reviews from everyone that attended. They all commented that it was exactly what they wanted and many of the people that were there that had more traditional Rehearsal Dinners for their weddings wished they had done something like what we did. Random Row allowed us to rent out the entire facility for 4-hours at a cost that was very affordable. There were some negotiations during the planning stages regarding costs and operations and even the few places that Random Row was not able to have much wiggle room there was always an attitude of “lets try to figure this out and make it happen.” With that said, they were amenable to most of our requests and budget limits. Without commenting too much on pricing and expectations because those conversations are always unique to each situation, Random Row afforded us 4-private hours and we paid for 2-hours of pizza, salad, olives, and an open bar with our guests opening tabs for the rest of the night. The cost was affordable for a middle-class couple and the experience was worth every penny. We live around the corner from Random Row and have been visiting them for years for a quick pizza and a beer. It has been one of our go-to neighborhood spots since we moved to Charlottesville. Luckily, no matter where we go, Random Row will be part of our wedding memories. Thanks again to Cori, her staff, and all of the folks that made that evening special. Joel Frank and Marie Thomas”
“We *love* Guajiros! Particularly their breakfasts. Staff is perfectly friendly and helpful. The art is fun and the food is FANTASTIC! I loved the breakfast tacos until I got the breakfast bowl. Now, I can't seem to order anything else. The new outdoor patio is great! The indoor is nicely decorated with a " Miami, Florida " feel. But the noise dury busy hours is harsh for sound sensitive people like myself. Otherwise, it's our new family favorite. ❤️”
“Wonderful experience! Hubby and I visited the tasting room for Valentine's Day. We shared the Reserve flight and Valentine's Wine & Chocolate flight. We took home bottles of four of the eight wines in the flights. The food, corn chowder and a crimini mushroom flatbread, was excellent too. It's all cooked to order & served at the table. Very attentive service. Beautiful setting with sweeping views. I'm so happy that we chose it to celebrate Valentine's Day. It'll be easy to persuade hubby to take me again for my birthday in the summer.”
“Awesome little local spot working closely with The Pie Chest. Awesome espresso, awesome coffee. They just started roasting/selling their own coffee and so far, it's nothing but gold. Try the Ethiopian! Straight blueberries and one of my absolute favorite coffees.period.”
“My two girlfriends and I had excellent lunch with you on Wednesday, July 24th....Welcoming, excellent service, -- good and plenty of food,...two of us had the #4 that gave us three kabobs...the seasoning was tops, one girl thought squash the best she has ever had ! I had the spinach and the salad was excellent. We will try the buffet when we go again ! This was our first time with you !Thanks !!”
“Always a good sign when you get to a place and there are lots of people there picking up food and eating in. Went with a few coworkers and we all enjoyed our meals. Price was right for the serving sizes and the flavors were great!”
“Excellent restaurant. I would suggest the mahi mahi if it's on special when you go. I absolutely do not like fish but this was made so well I ate several bites of my mom's. I did have the burger and it was made perfectly. Our waitress was very attentive as well.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“We stopped here on a Saturday evening in early March while traveling. We shared a flight but did not have any food.
Parking was crowded and you have to walk up a trail to get to the building. There’s a drive way you can drive up to drop people off though. The line to order was long but moved at a reasonable pace. The staff were friendly. There was live music performing in the main level. We sat upstairs at a table so it was a little quieter up there but they were pretty full. The cider was good. I liked the strawberry ginger the most of the 4 we had.
There were a few kids running around. I find this to be a bit inconsiderate of parents when the place is jam packed and the kids are on the loose. I’m not saying don’t bring your kids, but have some situational awareness.
It looks like they have some outdoor space. It was too cold and windy to be outside on the night we were there.
Overall this was a good experience.
Parking: Big parking lot
Kid-friendliness: There were a few kids running around in here. My advice would be to keep them in your sight and don’t let them run all over the place. There are plenty of things to trip over or crash into including other people.”
“My wife and I had an amazing dining experience at Maya! The food was absolutely delicious and the presentation was impeccable. The staff was very attentive and friendly, making us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. The ambiance was perfect, creating a delightful atmosphere for a very memorable meal. I can't wait to return and savor their fantastic cuisine once again. This restaurant is a must in Charlottesville. Highly recommended!”
“I had such a wonderful experience at Jefferson Vineyards. We did a wine flight and explored the grounds a bit — everything was beautiful, peaceful, and the wines were fantastic.
What really made the visit special was the service. Lisa helped us and she was absolutely amazing — so kind, genuine, and knowledgeable. She really went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, and her warmth truly added to the whole experience. The rest of the staff were also friendly and attentive, which made the atmosphere feel even more inviting.
Highly recommend visiting — I’ll definitely be back!”
“We had an absolutely incredible dining experience at Zocalo. The presentation and quality of the food were exquisite. We started with the gazpacho, a deliciously complex blend of flavors. The scallops were perfectly seared, the octopus delightfully tender, and the salmon expertly seasoned and cooked to perfection. My personal favorite was the passion fruit dessert. The staff were kind and extremely attentive, and Chef Will even came out to greet us and inquire about our meal. I can't say enough great things about this restaurant. You won't be disappointed by a visit to Zocalo. It is now, hands down, one of my favorite restaurants I’ve ever been to!”
Cheap Eats
“Great service, great people and really good Pizza. It's worth the 2 hour drive we do it a few times a year to enjoy the area, the food and the great people. Highly recommend, specially Luis and Mr Giovany they're amazing people. Thank you for everything that you do. God Bless you and your business always, have a prosperous New Year .”
“Sono stata in questo caffè molte volte e spero di poter tornare ancora. Qui è possibile gustare un ottimo cappuccino e dolci squisiti. Più di una volta ho pensato che il cappuccino fosse addirittura migliore di quello che servono in Italia. Personale attento e molto, molto cortese. Bravissimi!!!”
“finally after months of being sold out of the special Wednesday wing special I finally got the deal ..first time trying their wings and oh my better then bduds . Natasha was nice on the phone and very bubbly when I picked up my order.. I just forgot to order ranch dressing..but overall wings was great I will ordered next week..”
“Wow! Ate dinner here and it exceeded my expectations. As someone who’s previously lived in New York City, I temper my expectations when getting dim sum elsewhere. However, this was excellent and satisfying
Vegetarian options: Plenty of options
Parking: Limited number of spaces
Kid-friendliness: High chairs available
Wheelchair accessibility: Didn’t notice any stairs”
“This was our first time here man was it good. Nice clean location and the service was great. So nice to walk into an actual pizza restaurant and get hit with the smells of pizza. Most of the places around here, just have pizza as an item on the menu, but not as the centerpiece. I ordered the side Caesar salad was delicious and the spinach and artichoke dip we ordered, was as well, but come on...8 little pieces of bread is not enough for all that dip. We ordered the house pizza to share and it was delicious. This is our new favorite Charlottesville pizza. Paper straws are trash…trash I say, and I will bring my own plastic straws next time.”
“Going to Clean Juice is a regular part of my routine. The employees are friendly, the restaurant is clean, and the food is fresh and delicious. I enjoy the variety of options they have on the menu and they are very sensitive to allergies! I highly recommend to everyone!
Parking: Lots of parking outside, very accessible”
“Limited seating inside but more outdoors - area is covered. Standard small brewer with a limited but diverse selection of beers. Food is available - some items from MarieBette Cafe. Ordering is done at the bar. Bartender was knowledgeable of beers.
Bar adjoins 5th Season Gardening store. Be sure to stop in either before or after Rockfish. It's a great shop with lots of unique items as well as gardening supplies. Large parking lot of side.
We will definitely visit both places again.”
“Staff were very attentive and helpful with our food and beverage selection. When it got crowded, it got a little loud but you could still hold a conversation. T-shirts and goodies were cheap!!!! Parking was good. I'll go back when I visit!!”
“Everything I've ever had from Corner Juice has been delicious. Their Dank Sinatra smoothie has been the only nutrients we can get into my mom in the hospital lately. The staff are so incredibly kind and compassionate, I can't say enough positive things about this business.”
“We can’t say enough good things about our experience at Duner’s! We had mixed drinks, appetizers, entrees, salads, soups and dessert. There were 6 of us and we all agreed EVERYTHING was delicious! Usually at most restaurants there’s at least one thing that isn’t as great when that much is ordered, but that definitely wasn’t our experience! We each tried a bite (or more) of everything that was ordered and we couldn’t have been more impressed! The only downside is the noise level, which unfortunately we contributed to a good bit, but the staff handled our larger party with grace and patience! The excellent food and service more than makes up for the noise. Highly recommend!!”
“Michie Tavern is our go to place for special occasions or just because. The food is so good..especially the fried chicken, the pork bbq and the stewed tomatoes, but there are so many items at the buffet. The atmosphere is very nice but I have to say the staff is great. They go out of their way to make you feel welcome and to accommodate you. We highly recommend it to everyone.”
“Loved the serve, atmosphere, food and the price. Great Experience”
“Service excellence. Perfect setting. Fantastic food. Everything was great”
“Loved this place! Very friendly bartender who made awesomely yummy Old Fashioneds and in a cozy and quaint little atmosphere. Will definitely be returning.”
“2nd time eatting here. Helpful waiter, good drinks and great food! Thank you and we look forward to our next visit. 🕌”
“Performed with Soundnation Band of the Washington Talent Agency, and the hospitality was simply amazing”
“This is where the magic happens. The food spans from the traditional ramen broth of the Nas Original to the warming depths of Mr. Spicy, the smoky vegetarian and vegan options of Smokey and the Veg to the incredible umami powerhouse of the Momo Chicken. Bowls are absolutely easy to share, and pairing a spicy ramen with even the Fiery Ahi Poke Bowl gives you a contrast of hot and cooling flavors as you alternate between bowls. You have to try it! The sushi is delicious, and the appetizers (especially the spicy edamame) round out the bill for an unforgettable flavor journey. This is meditative food for the soul. The attentive staff meet all of your needs, and the playlists running are chill and fun. This restaurant delivers foodie zen with great value and should be on your Charlottesville list of places not only to try but to visit again and again.”
“Perfectly executed modern Japanese cuisine. Their wine list and sake options are exceptional. Do ask for recommendations on the Sake flights, they have some real gems. The fish and cooked dishes are impeccably prepared.”
“Great service, AMAZING food, Logan was a wonderful server! Will be back for sure!”
“Easily the best beer it's Charlottesville and it's not close. No gimmicks just clean, consistent beers in a variety of popular styles. Best beertenders and best owner too!”
“No comments about the food, but, if you reserve a table you better double check. Yesterday was the second occasion when I had reserved a table for a special event and when I showed up on time I was told they were so busy and therefore had no table available. Not good business!”
“The food is amazing, you come here for the experience. You cook your own food at your table. It's all you can eat. I went with a party of 5 and it really was a good price. It's definitely worth checking out, be prepared to cook, it's the experience though.”
“Every time I've been here the Bartenders have been insanely friendly. And the owner is a friend of my good friend Jackie and I only hear good things about her! I hope to be back sometime soon. 10/10 every time. Unsure if this is something already done. I didn't see a changing drink menu. But it'd be really awesome seeing a seasonal mezcal cocktail menu with the fruits of the season. Maybe just one a month or every few weeks. if this is something already done ignore me! I love this place and can't wait to come back. I recommend it to my friends all the time.”
“Everything is great there food , sake, people, atmosphere. I highly recommend”
“My friend and I picked this place due to wanting to enjoy a rooftop while in Savannah. We shared a Caesar salad and each ordered a crab cake. Both were excellent. The crab cake has to be the best one I have ever had and I have had a lot of crab cakes. We agreed that it melted in your mouth. We split a delicious flourless chocolate tart for dessert. A great experience and good service.”
“Great place with super-friendly service and has been that way for a long time…”
“Food was ok, not remarkable. Had eggs Benedict with pork belly and bloody mary hollandaise. Pork belly was bland hollandaise overpowering. Service was great, bloody Mary tasty”
“Everyone is very welcoming, as though you are family. Courses are served allowing time to enjoy the appetizer and digest before the next course. You are never rushed but also never ignored with someone always checking to see if something else is needed. The food is excellent with large portions. The atmosphere is relaxing and romantic with low lighting. I enjoyed everything about it and look forward to eating there again.”
“The customer service was fantastic. The rooms were clean, food was good and the coffee was available 24/7, and the atmosphere was very nice. Want to give kudos to Michelle, Ila, Tee who were behind the desk for check-in/checkout on all three shifts because they deserve raises and acknowledgments. I have stayed in many hotels but this hotel has three of the best employees that I have ever seen as far as customer service goes. I would recommend this hotel 100 percent!.”
“A perfect blend of modern aesthetic with eastern delights. The staff are pleasant, the atmosphere is cozy and quaint, and of course, the tea and food is to die for. I came upon this establishment by sheer chance and met the owners, two gentlemen that wished to support the local community and be accepted by it. I had a lovely time there with my wife, and we loved meeting Owen and Stu. True gentlemen that own a wonderful establishment, and I highly recommend it.”
“Food great, amazing staff, very knowledgeable about the area. Definitely must visit to experience for yourself. Service is quick and efficient, also child friendly. Would recommend to anyone visiting the Charlottesville area.”
“One of the most beautiful wineries I’ve been to! The family who works here is so kind, and so friendly! My friend and I actually got stranded with no ride and Kole and Drew were so generous and thoughtful and took us to our hotel. I’m still amazed by the kindness and generosity. We will be back! Great place!”
“We went for a girls night out to celebrate wonderful friends. The food, wine recommendations and service were outstanding. The fried mushrooms were absolutely delicious. And the scallops with squid ink risotto was the best. We also enjoyed the halibut and creme brulee. Our server, Dylan, was fun and appropriately attentive. He made great recommendations on the food and wine.”
“Went to Glass Half Full with a friend for a quick lunch before shopping. We were seated quickly and waited on by a very friendly server while there. The service was fast, although I was a big fan of the grilled fish tacos I ordered. I think I would have preferred the fried version better. My friend however very much enjoyed her grilled salmon salad. I was also pleased at the attention that the server gave to my friends dairy allergy.”
“Visited fig today with large group and it was delightful, very warm inviting atmosphere. Service was prompt and friendly, enhancing our overall experience. The coffee was robust and well-brewed, making it the perfect companion to our meal. Fig is definitely worth a visit. I'm already looking forward to my next trip!”
“Yes, Zen and Now can be very tasty, almost authentic. But they need to maintain quality control and take their time preparing dishes. It’s such a popular place it can get frenetic and this is when preparation can miss. Service is fantastic, we have never experienced anything but sweet professionalism and just nice people. My only real gripe is the music is TOO loud - what happened to conversational level volume, that means - in the background! Also, what happened to playing Japanese music?! I’m from San Francisco - the best Japanese food and style…never loud, pleasssse.🙏”
“It's the only restaurant here, but pretty good. My garden burger was freshly cooked as were the tater tots. But just like other airport food it was incredibly expensive. $22. I should have brought a sandwich ?.”
“The staff is absolutely legendary. Professionalism at its finest. The crab cakes were to die for! Super chill environment for a five star restaurant!”
“Stopped in to make a reservations for 30 and was surprised they needed my phone # to call me back and check... They called me the next day to basically tell me they couldn't do it AND HUNG UP ON ME hahahaha 18 second phone call lol Never gave me the option to ask about another time.. All the bad reviews are true apparently.”
“I have been to Outback once in my life 15 years ago in NYC. We kind of went as a joke, but DANG I loved it. We had a full slab of amazing ribs with fries and a heap of delicious Mac and cheese as well as a shockingly tasty prime rib. We had a great time! I don’t know if I’d go to just any Outback now, but I’d come back to this one when we’re in town.”
“We held my sons rehearsal dinner here last night and it was great!! Everyone raved about the food and the service was top notch. Claudia was amazing as she kept everything moving and she took such good care of us. I can’t wait to go back for dinner one night.”
“Really great service and the food was incredible. As a business traveler, I look for locally owned restaurants. I'll definitely be back in the future.”
“The dinner was beautifully prepared with Fire and Volcano 🌋 😍 😋 Food was very well done and fun time for a 66 year olds first time 😀 A Big Thank you to CJ Rachel and Abby Crawford ! Having Mike there was special especially this year!!”
“I recently had the BEST SALAD of my life at Bizou (the roasted beet, mango + goat cheese salad!) It was a gorgeous Wednesday afternoon in summer, sitting in the lovely shade of a patio umbrella, a chilled glass of Virginia-made Rose wine…. A quintessential Charlottesville experience. I will definitely be back, and I highly recommend!”
“Great place for dinner. Food was wonderful. You should get a reset for a weekend date. They are busy
Dietary restrictions: Some gluten free dishes and bread.”
“Surprisingly good pasta. The price might look high but the portion is quite huge. Definitely will come back more often and try other pasta menu items from them.The desserts are quite disappointing on the other hand. I’ve tried the cheesecake, cannoli, and tiramisu. The cannoli shell was completely soggy 2/3 times I ordered them. The cheesecake was quite dry. And the tiramisu has barely any biscuits; just cream.”
“Cool place. Great food. Excellent beer and liquor selection. Bartender excellent. Highly recommended.”
“My best friends, husband and I had dinner there on Saturday evening. My choice. We had the most endearing, lovely server, Shelly. Driving from Virginia Beach, she really made our Anniversary special. She sang Happy Anniversary while presenting us the most amazing chocolate dessert! Highly recommend to anyone celebrating anything special in their lives!”
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“What an incredible little restaurant. I still can’t believe we happened across it! My boyfriend and I live in DC and eat out quite frequently, and Tavola topped some Michelin star restaurants we’ve tried. We were blown away by the kindness and knowledge of the sommelier and staff, the generosity and talent of the kitchen, and the overall atmosphere and ambiance. Every dish was on point, every service mark was hit, and I could write paragraphs about the wine recommendations. I would rate it more than five stars if I could. Huge thank you to Clay, Caleb, Kendall and everyone else we met for making our night so memorable. If you’re thinking about opening another location I vote DC!”
“My first time at Mel's Cafe was amazing. The staff is most friendly and courteous you ever will find in the restaurant business. The food is extremely tasty and delicious. I had 8 piece wing ding with mashed potatoes and gravy and string beans topped off with a slice of lemon meringue pie. The sweet tea was awesome that I could resist a refill of it.”
“Yes, Zen and Now can be very tasty, almost authentic. But they need to maintain quality control and take their time preparing dishes. It’s such a popular place it can get frenetic and this is when preparation can miss. Service is fantastic, we have never experienced anything but sweet professionalism and just nice people. My only real gripe is the music is TOO loud - what happened to conversational level volume, that means - in the background! Also, what happened to playing Japanese music?! I’m from San Francisco - the best Japanese food and style…never loud, pleasssse.🙏”
“No comments about the food, but, if you reserve a table you better double check. Yesterday was the second occasion when I had reserved a table for a special event and when I showed up on time I was told they were so busy and therefore had no table available. Not good business!”
“My two girlfriends and I had excellent lunch with you on Wednesday, July 24th....Welcoming, excellent service, -- good and plenty of food,...two of us had the #4 that gave us three kabobs...the seasoning was tops, one girl thought squash the best she has ever had ! I had the spinach and the salad was excellent. We will try the buffet when we go again ! This was our first time with you !Thanks !!”
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“My two girlfriends and I had excellent lunch with you on Wednesday, July 24th....Welcoming, excellent service, -- good and plenty of food,...two of us had the #4 that gave us three kabobs...the seasoning was tops, one girl thought squash the best she has ever had ! I had the spinach and the salad was excellent. We will try the buffet when we go again ! This was our first time with you !Thanks !!”
“Clean. Fresh. Friendly. Try the Shrimp! 🍤 and Brisket! Both are delicious.
If you want a small bowl to try a taste, you can get one for only $6.95!
I got:
White rice, shrimp, regular queso, cilantro, mild corn salsa, salsa verde(green salsa), pico (mild tomato salsa), guacamole, chili creme salsa (kind of a creamy orange color)
It was a good flavor balance.
Vegetarian options: I love that this restaurant offers fresh cilantro as a topping and so many sauce/salsa options!
Veggies on the bar: black beans, pinto beans, Fajitas, regular queso and spicy queso, lettuce, pico, tomatillo salsa, mild corn salsa, chili creme salsa, (cilantro), guacamole, hot salsa, Parmesan cheeses, pickled onions, sliced jalapeños, tortilla chip strips, spicy ranch, and a few more.
•You can get toppings on a flour tortilla burrito 🌯 or a bowl of rice 🍚 or a salad 🥗 or a quesadilla, nachos.
Dietary restrictions: Everything is super clean, always being wiped down, & guards against cross-contamination.
The staff offered to change their gloves between making my spicy burrito and my mom's mild bowl.
Some hot salsa got on her gloves and my mom does not like spicy food.
I appreciated that because it is that level of thoughtfulness and respect that you do not always find at every restaurant you go to.
They have two different rice options: white rice with lime and cilantro and brown Spanish-style rice
Parking: Parking on the strip in front of the rest as well as additional parking in front of BJ's restaurant.
Kid-friendliness: High chairs available.
You can get salsas and queso's and different "new" ingredients on the side, so they can be tried for flavor and spice level without ruining the entire entree.
Wheelchair accessibility: Decent amount of distance between indoor and outdoor tables.
Space at round tables to have a wheelchair ♿️ between the curved bench seating.
Exterior entry and exit
Ramp from parking lot at the front door.”
“Sono stata in questo caffè molte volte e spero di poter tornare ancora. Qui è possibile gustare un ottimo cappuccino e dolci squisiti. Più di una volta ho pensato che il cappuccino fosse addirittura migliore di quello che servono in Italia. Personale attento e molto, molto cortese. Bravissimi!!!”
“Delicious food, professional staff with personal attention. Quaint, romantic atmosphere.”