Restaurants in Charlottesville
Best Restaurants
French • $$$$
“My only complaint is that I wish Fleurie would enforce business casual attire. I feel like a prude but there was a couple seated that looked like they just came in from doing yard work.”
American • $$$
“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!!!”
French • $$$
“Another gourmet dinner and pleasant experience. We split the scallops starter, steak Nicoise with sides of beets and mushrooms. All were cooked perfectly with interesting sauces and flavors(like horseradish sauce cream sauce on the beets). Our friends came to C&O for the first time and loved it.”
American • $$$$
“We chose this place because it was new to us and it was our 16th anniversary dinner. Not only were we pleasantly surprised by the hospitality from beginning to end but also by the ambience and delicious foods. Our server , Cecelia was beyond delightful, enthusiastic and knowledgeable. She and Michael made our meal that much better of an already delightful experience. The chef, kitchen and experienced beverage team catered to our dietary and beverage needs without a problem and pivoted seamlessly. We appreciated the culinary experience and will recommend Broadcloth to everyone. We will absolutely be back !”
Restaurants by Cuisine
French • $$$
“What a great place! Yes it might be hard to find but that is part of the charm. I have eaten in restaurants with James Beard award winning chefs and multiple stars but this dinner went beyond my expectations. Yes you need reservations. Yes the place is full but I never felt rushed (like they were anxious to turn the table). What they did to a humble carrot dish left me wanting to be a vegetarian!!! However their beef tartare made be rejoice that I wasn’t!! Micha has to be a magical bartender, don’t hesitate to simply tell the waitstaff your flavor profile and left him work his magic. I must return to Cville if for no other reason than to enjoy another heavenly dinner.”
Seafood • $$
“I love the seafood here! The oyster selection is always fun, and everything I have eaten here has been delicious! (Definitely get the bread, the butter is made in house and it's addictive!) The prices are not crazy either. This is a great place for date night or a special celebration.The only thing I didn't like was the lobster bisque, and it was really not bad, just wayyyy too salty. Everything else was so good. I'm looking forward to dining here again!Parking: Parking is a little tricky if you don't know the area. The easiest place I've found is the parking lot next to the train station. There is sometimes street parking for closer spacesKid-friendliness: Not a great place to bring kids. It's very loud and can get crowded. This is a nice establishment that should be visited when you are able to get a babysitter”
Mexican • $$
“We love Mexican food and this was a new experience for us. First off the chicken was AMAZING! So good and not over cooked oat all. The corn was delicious. We loved every bit of the meal. The restaurant was busy but the staff was very accommodating. They helped with explaining the menu when we had questions. The place was clean, well maintained and easy to relax in.”
Restaurants with Delivery
Mediterranean • $$$
“Recommendations:- Cocktails (possibly the best in town)- Hamachi crudo (beautifully complex)- Market fish entrée (amazing broth)- Raki (so hard to find!)Concerns:- Salt levels often very high- Charred octopus was very tough (overcooked before charring)Overall a lovely atmosphere and excellent service. A great place for a social upscale dinner, few places like it in Cville. The RAKI is served traditional style and this is the only place you can find it in Cville - it is strong and for some an acquired taste but I highly recommend.”
French • $$$$
“My only complaint is that I wish Fleurie would enforce business casual attire. I feel like a prude but there was a couple seated that looked like they just came in from doing yard work.”
American • $$$
“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!!!”
Vegan • $
“This eatery has so many good options-mostly whole plant-based! It's also a super cozy spot and has a patio. I loved the miso mac & cheese, the sticky cauliflower, the crispy chix sandwich, and the cauliflower soup.”
American • $$$$
“We chose this place because it was new to us and it was our 16th anniversary dinner. Not only were we pleasantly surprised by the hospitality from beginning to end but also by the ambience and delicious foods. Our server , Cecelia was beyond delightful, enthusiastic and knowledgeable. She and Michael made our meal that much better of an already delightful experience. The chef, kitchen and experienced beverage team catered to our dietary and beverage needs without a problem and pivoted seamlessly. We appreciated the culinary experience and will recommend Broadcloth to everyone. We will absolutely be back !”
French • $$$
“What a great place! Yes it might be hard to find but that is part of the charm. I have eaten in restaurants with James Beard award winning chefs and multiple stars but this dinner went beyond my expectations. Yes you need reservations. Yes the place is full but I never felt rushed (like they were anxious to turn the table). What they did to a humble carrot dish left me wanting to be a vegetarian!!! However their beef tartare made be rejoice that I wasn’t!! Micha has to be a magical bartender, don’t hesitate to simply tell the waitstaff your flavor profile and left him work his magic. I must return to Cville if for no other reason than to enjoy another heavenly dinner.”
Bakery • $
“This is by far my favorite coffee shop in Charlottesville. The pastries and Empanadas are fresh made right in front of you by some very good looking men from argentina:) but that coffee is perfect every time and not overpriced!! Support this local cute gem:)”
Latin American • $
“El Tio is my favorite restaurant in Charlottesville, and I come here most weeks! The food is wonderful with quite reasonable prices, and the staff is very friendly!”
Asian Fusion • $
“Me and my partner have been going here regularly since we moved to Charlottesville. The people who run and work here are so friendly and the food is so delicious!!”
Southern • $$
“This place not only has incredible service, but the food is otherworldly good. They have such a great variety and the flavors in each dish are so well thought out you can taste the dedication to the craft. It is tradition southern cuisine, but experienced through an exceptionally exquisite preparation. They have vegetarian and vegan dishes also and their cocktails are strong and delicious. The fried green tomatoes are amazing, the pork belly is amazing, the biscuits might be the best I have ever had, served with honey butter, apple butter and pepper jelly. We had the bison steak and it was rich and incredibly flavorful. The green beans they serve with it have the most unique, fresh flavor. The desserts make you want one of each, but I can vouch for the chocolate pecan pie, the lemon meringue pie and the banana pudding. I will say Mockingbird put itself in my top restaurants of Charlottesville for sure this evening. I highly recommend you give this new restaurant a try, you won’t be disappointed. Also, shout out to our waiter Kieran. He was very personable and highly knowledgeable about the menu. His excitement over the food and excellent service definitely made the vibe for us. He had great recommendations and was on top of everything. Our order was taken smoothly and was based a lot on his recommendations, our food came out in a timely, well spaced out manner, was fresh and we had multiple people check up on us throughout the meal to make sure we had everything we needed and that we were enjoying it. This place is a five star restaurant with a five star staff in my opinion. Thank you all for a great evening and an amazing dinner!”
Cafe • $
“Probably the nicest people I have ever met in my life. Best vibes from staff and fellow customers. Southern home cooking just like mama makes, actually better, lol.”
French • $$
“This restaurant exceeded our expectations! Our daughter was doing a college visit at UVA and we decided to walk around a bit on this beautiful Saturday afternoon. Found this place along the way and decided to grab lunch. Hubby and I ordered the beet/arugula salad, the lamb merguez kale white bean soup, and the trout with green beans. This was more than enough for us to share. The salad was perfect for us - not heavily dressed, which allowed the goat cheese, oranges and beets to shine. The soup was fantastic - well proportioned with the right mix of kale, beans and sausage. I loved that the merguez sausage were meatball-like. The trout was fantastic - the skin was crisp and cooked perfectly (my favorite part), along with the green beans. The almonds, garlic and capers gave it the extra umph. My only critique is there was more butter than I prefer, but we were having lunch at a French restaurant. I cannot forget to mention the cocktails. Hubby's Mezcalita was delicious. My Spicy Compassion was perfect- not too spicy (if you like habaneros, you'll be fine. If you think black pepper is spicy, have a glass of milk ready) and passionfruit forward. If our daughter gets accepted to UVA, we'll definitely be back!”
Seafood • $$
“I love the seafood here! The oyster selection is always fun, and everything I have eaten here has been delicious! (Definitely get the bread, the butter is made in house and it's addictive!) The prices are not crazy either. This is a great place for date night or a special celebration.The only thing I didn't like was the lobster bisque, and it was really not bad, just wayyyy too salty. Everything else was so good. I'm looking forward to dining here again!Parking: Parking is a little tricky if you don't know the area. The easiest place I've found is the parking lot next to the train station. There is sometimes street parking for closer spacesKid-friendliness: Not a great place to bring kids. It's very loud and can get crowded. This is a nice establishment that should be visited when you are able to get a babysitter”
Bakery • $
“Very nice service and great food. One of the best bakeries I have ever been to. We went back to get warm baguettes at noon and I tried the French onion croissant. OMG. Life changer.”
Thai • $$
“If I could leave this place 6 stars I would. The service is amazing the food is even better. The dumpling appetizer was one of the best things I’ve eaten I think that is a must try if you come here. Everything else was just as good and service is fast and everything is fresh. This is a must must must try!! Thank you Chang Thai thank you chef Joe”
Southern • $$
“This place not only has incredible service, but the food is otherworldly good. They have such a great variety and the flavors in each dish are so well thought out you can taste the dedication to the craft. It is tradition southern cuisine, but experienced through an exceptionally exquisite preparation. They have vegetarian and vegan dishes also and their cocktails are strong and delicious. The fried green tomatoes are amazing, the pork belly is amazing, the biscuits might be the best I have ever had, served with honey butter, apple butter and pepper jelly. We had the bison steak and it was rich and incredibly flavorful. The green beans they serve with it have the most unique, fresh flavor. The desserts make you want one of each, but I can vouch for the chocolate pecan pie, the lemon meringue pie and the banana pudding. I will say Mockingbird put itself in my top restaurants of Charlottesville for sure this evening. I highly recommend you give this new restaurant a try, you won’t be disappointed. Also, shout out to our waiter Kieran. He was very personable and highly knowledgeable about the menu. His excitement over the food and excellent service definitely made the vibe for us. He had great recommendations and was on top of everything. Our order was taken smoothly and was based a lot on his recommendations, our food came out in a timely, well spaced out manner, was fresh and we had multiple people check up on us throughout the meal to make sure we had everything we needed and that we were enjoying it. This place is a five star restaurant with a five star staff in my opinion. Thank you all for a great evening and an amazing dinner!”
Pizza • $$
“The staff was friendly and helpful. The service was fantastic. Most importantly, the pizza was outstanding! I’m not sure how pizza can get much better. I guess I need to fly out to Phoenix or New Haven to compare! This is place is a jewel in Charlottesville food scene!”
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French • $$$
“Another gourmet dinner and pleasant experience. We split the scallops starter, steak Nicoise with sides of beets and mushrooms. All were cooked perfectly with interesting sauces and flavors(like horseradish sauce cream sauce on the beets). Our friends came to C&O for the first time and loved it.”
Mexican • $$
“this place is an experience in the best way. managed to get an early reservation on a friday night (heads up, they’re busy!) and so happy we did. service was super attentive, friendly, funny, and thoughtful. we sat at the high top with a view of the kitchen and bar which was a great time. and the food: delicious. we had the no carne versions of the tamale, coliflor, mole molido, and enfrijoladas and each was a delight. they were timed as courses perfectly and all had distinct flavors and notes. the margarita and mezcaltini were both on point. but then listen: the chocolate tres leches cake. I would go back for that alone. give this place a try, you’ll understand when you’re there.”
American • $$$
“A go-to recommendation for larger parties (6-8), vegetarians, or parties with a variety of tastes and preferences. You'll get high-minded flavors in a relatively casual setting with excellent service. Oakhart has some of the best vegetable dishes in the city (beets or charred carrots), while also offering excellent pizzas. The cocktails are creative and affordable ($13). Consistently a five star experience.”
Italian • $$
“Simply spectacular. We sat at the bar. The carbonara was the best we ever had. We came in contact with 5 staff members that were warm, friendly and professional. We watch them prepare the best mixed drinks that were made with full to the brim shots. We couldn't have asked for a better evening of dining.”
Steak House • $$$
“My husband and I managed to get a spot at the bar on a Saturday night. The staff could not have been nicer. The bartenders were terrific. Our cocktails were excellent and they had a nice selection of wines. The best part of our night.Unfortunately, where this steak house fails, is with its food. The foie gras was over seared, one of our sides were cold and the bone-in ribeye was luke warm served on a cold plate. We’ve been to plenty of steak houses across the country and I feel they need to step up their game if they want to compete.”
American • $$
“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!!”
American • $
“This is an authentic diner. It is not gorumet food, it is good diner food. The decor is excentric in a good way. It looks like they always have more room for another frig. magnet if you want to leave your mark. Owner and staff were very friendly.A favorite spot of UVA alum, seems like it has been there from generation to generation. Across the street from the Quirk Hotel a good high end place to stay, and true to its name.Kid-friendliness: fun and friendly lots of things to feast youn eyes on.”
“Had lunch last week here. Best thai I've had in town and the only one that I'd be excited to return too. Much more complexity and depth of flavor. I got green curry. The service was good too, with real plates and silverware - we expected less considering the location.”
Wine Bar • $
“Everything we've tried here over the years has been super delicious. The brie, fig, and speck crostini is one of my favorite snacks/small plates of all time anywhere. There's kind of a rotating cast of sandwiches, salads, and soups and it's always tasty with super fresh tasting ingredients and great flavor combinations.”
Vegetarian • $
“This might be my favorite place on the planet. Thier chai is simply the best. Especially, if you can catch it on a day when it's a little bit more on the spicy side. The Tea Bazaar has given me a life long addiction to Golden Monkey tea. Food- PMT and don't forget to Bazaar the side salad, unless they have the Thai coconut curry special, so good.”
Southern • $
“Very delicious food. We didn't have a reservation and staff was very friendly and helped get us a table outside on a beautiful day. We travel to UVA quite frequently for my daughter and plan to eat here again.”
American • $$
“We visited Tonic on what was probably the nicest day of weather this year, so that definitely factored into our experience. For cocktails we ordered a "wabbit-season," a G&T, a beet drink and an "al Pastor." All were fantastic but the Wabbit-season was the standout favorite. The charcuterie board was great and had unique flavors. The pork belly sandwich was really top-tier good! Service was great too. All in all, we can't recommend Tonic enough--especially on a nice day!”
American • $$
“The facility speaks of elegance, and the menu covers most tastes. Food is well prepared and presented. The food temperature was very good except for broccoli - it was cold. The waiter could have been more attentive - eventually, another waiter came and cleared our table. This is a great restaurant. It just needs a few tweets to make it top shelf.”
Indian • $$
“Food - 5/5Atmosphere - 5/5Service - 5/5Value - 4/5A nice variety of dishes and a great cocktail list. Though I didn’t try any, I appreciate the non-alcoholic offerings. Overall, tied for the best Indian place in Charlottesville with one other in the downtown area.”
Korean • $$
“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!”
French • $$
“This restaurant exceeded our expectations! Our daughter was doing a college visit at UVA and we decided to walk around a bit on this beautiful Saturday afternoon. Found this place along the way and decided to grab lunch. Hubby and I ordered the beet/arugula salad, the lamb merguez kale white bean soup, and the trout with green beans. This was more than enough for us to share. The salad was perfect for us - not heavily dressed, which allowed the goat cheese, oranges and beets to shine. The soup was fantastic - well proportioned with the right mix of kale, beans and sausage. I loved that the merguez sausage were meatball-like. The trout was fantastic - the skin was crisp and cooked perfectly (my favorite part), along with the green beans. The almonds, garlic and capers gave it the extra umph. My only critique is there was more butter than I prefer, but we were having lunch at a French restaurant. I cannot forget to mention the cocktails. Hubby's Mezcalita was delicious. My Spicy Compassion was perfect- not too spicy (if you like habaneros, you'll be fine. If you think black pepper is spicy, have a glass of milk ready) and passionfruit forward. If our daughter gets accepted to UVA, we'll definitely be back!”
Wineries • $$
“A very nice sprawling winery. The views and scenary are just amazing.Also the wine is good. I did the red flight and enjoyed each one. I do think I like the meritage the most though.Service was very friendly and easy going. And the scene is very relaxing as it is.Edit: second time here from florida, and still great.”
24 Hour Restaurants
Cafe • $
“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!”
Breakfast • $
“This is my new favorite Waffle House away from home. The food was great, the music played nonstop and the service was amazing! Thank you, Regina and crew in Charlottesville, Virginia. (Isn't that the most perfect waffle you've ever seen?)”
Pubs • $$
“Delicious everything! My favorite was the baked tomatoes and it was the best coleslaw ever (I’m kind of a coleslaw snob). Great service to our school group that included special needs children and just a great experience!”
Southern • $$
“Our server Joyce was the very best! The food was great. The desserts were awesome. The kitchen seemed to be on the struggle bus when we first arrived, but caught up by the time other tables' entrees were coming out. We will definitely go back!”
Steak House • $$$
“My husband and I managed to get a spot at the bar on a Saturday night. The staff could not have been nicer. The bartenders were terrific. Our cocktails were excellent and they had a nice selection of wines. The best part of our night.Unfortunately, where this steak house fails, is with its food. The foie gras was over seared, one of our sides were cold and the bone-in ribeye was luke warm served on a cold plate. We’ve been to plenty of steak houses across the country and I feel they need to step up their game if they want to compete.”
Takeout Restaurants
Venezuelan • $
“The BEST Family owned and local business in Charlottesville, VA. Wonderful home made Arepas and Tequeños made with A+ quality ingredients. Highly recommended to taste Venezuelan food and support local business.”
Bakery • $$$$
“My planner Sarah Fay Waller, a Charlottesville native, recommended Cake Bloom to my family and I for my June 2023 Wedding. Our first tasting was so fun, and we all unanimously agreed on the carrot cake. It was divine. Our wedding cake was beautiful and absolutely delicious. We were eating last pieces on the way to the airport to fly back home to California and my family took the rest home and enjoyed it well after our wedding! Thank you so much Cake Bloom, we loved our cake so much!”
Ice Cream Shop • $
“I have travelled the entire world from Bamako to Quanzhou, spent decades wandering this cruel and beautiful world.Nothing has led me to weep, break down on the ground in tears of astonishment and joy.Nothing except La Flor Michoacana.Alhamdoulillah, for I have found paradise at last.”
Mexican • $$
“We love Mexican food and this was a new experience for us. First off the chicken was AMAZING! So good and not over cooked oat all. The corn was delicious. We loved every bit of the meal. The restaurant was busy but the staff was very accommodating. They helped with explaining the menu when we had questions. The place was clean, well maintained and easy to relax in.”
Sandwich Shop • $
“Amazing bagels, speedy service that you will need even on a Saturday morning.I enjoyed a whole wheat bagel with white eggs, ham, and cheese, but you cannot go wrong with any choice.Coffee is also good.”
Turkish • $
“Every time I visit C'ville, I make it a point to eat here! The food is amazing and The atmosphere and staff are amazing as well! Definitely fat man approved!”
Turkish • $
“My family stopped here for dinner while traveling. Even though we didn't have reservations, the lady at the desk was able to promptly get us a table. Our server was very quick and courteous. The food was very well prepared and enjoyable. Overall, a great experience and if I was in the area again, I would definitely make a point to stop here again.”
Coffee Shops • $
“Stopped by on Saturday (8/21/21) during a day trip to Charlottesville. Great experience. Love the friendly staff and the lattes. Highly recommend dropping by if you’re in the area, and making it a routine if you live in Charlottesville.”
Thai • $$
“If I could leave this place 6 stars I would. The service is amazing the food is even better. The dumpling appetizer was one of the best things I’ve eaten I think that is a must try if you come here. Everything else was just as good and service is fast and everything is fresh. This is a must must must try!! Thank you Chang Thai thank you chef Joe”
Mexican • $
“This place is amazing! We live in Roanoke but have to travel to Charlottesville regularly and we always stop here! The queso is the BEST and every taco we’ve ever tried has been amazing! And the staff is excellent! Please open a location in Roanoke!”
Pizza • $$
“The staff was friendly and helpful. The service was fantastic. Most importantly, the pizza was outstanding! I’m not sure how pizza can get much better. I guess I need to fly out to Phoenix or New Haven to compare! This is place is a jewel in Charlottesville food scene!”
Korean • $$
“Always a good sign when you get to a place and there are lots of people there picking up food and eating in. Went with a few coworkers and we all enjoyed our meals. Price was right for the serving sizes and the flavors were great!”
Barbecue • $
“Manager Matt is very cool! Friendly staff always. Great atmosphere. Military friendly. My friend loves the 6 types of sauces. I love its sweet potato dessert. Saw the whole store standing up for national anthem on Saturday at 12pm. Although it’s a chain, this store’s quality is not compromised. Recommend!Parking: Many parking.”
Bakery • $
“Good bakeries are hard to find these days. None around that are like I grew up with but this one is a very good substitute. Big variety if you go early. Seems I stopped there too late recently and they were almost out of everything by 1pm. So when you get down that way, go early and you'll have a wide variety of pastries to choose from.”
Brewery • $
“Obviously RR is the best, we all know this, but just a quick note that they are also EXCELLENT for events. We had our work holiday party here this year, and RR by far was the most affordable and straightforward venue we reached out to. They were very easy and kind to work with, helped us figure out what we wanted (and actually needed) for the event, and the whole thing went off without a hitch. Moreover, our team reached out incredibly last minute, and RR still got the event coordinated and on the calendar in about 36 hours. We often go with another place in town for events, but I’ll be pushing for everything to be at Random Row from now on. Thank y’all so much!!”
Mexican • $$
“this place is an experience in the best way. managed to get an early reservation on a friday night (heads up, they’re busy!) and so happy we did. service was super attentive, friendly, funny, and thoughtful. we sat at the high top with a view of the kitchen and bar which was a great time. and the food: delicious. we had the no carne versions of the tamale, coliflor, mole molido, and enfrijoladas and each was a delight. they were timed as courses perfectly and all had distinct flavors and notes. the margarita and mezcaltini were both on point. but then listen: the chocolate tres leches cake. I would go back for that alone. give this place a try, you’ll understand when you’re there.”
Italian • $$
“Simply spectacular. We sat at the bar. The carbonara was the best we ever had. We came in contact with 5 staff members that were warm, friendly and professional. We watch them prepare the best mixed drinks that were made with full to the brim shots. We couldn't have asked for a better evening of dining.”
American • $$$
“A go-to recommendation for larger parties (6-8), vegetarians, or parties with a variety of tastes and preferences. You'll get high-minded flavors in a relatively casual setting with excellent service. Oakhart has some of the best vegetable dishes in the city (beets or charred carrots), while also offering excellent pizzas. The cocktails are creative and affordable ($13). Consistently a five star experience.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
Fast Food • $
“Went through the drive through, a bit confusing but once you get to where you place your order it's straightforward. Food was hot and tasty, and the service is standard Chick-fil-A service!”
Coffee Shops • $
“So happy this Starbucks opened. The staff is kind, my drinks are delicious and consistent. They even sometimes have the cutest samples and displays in the drive-thru area. Everyone there just seems like they genuinely enjoy their job, which means a lot when you need a quick pick me up on the way to yours!”
Soul Food • $
“A friend had Easter dinner delivered to my family while we visiting our son at UVA Hospital 2024. The food was amazing, the order delivered on time and hot. Fried chicken, yams, macaroni & cheese, collard greens and cornbread. Best soul food we have ever eaten. Thank you Soul Food Joint for a job well done. God bless you and your family as you blessed ours.”
Chicken • $
“Staff is pleasant and timely. The food is absolutely hot, juicy, delicious, with or without the sauce. The fries are always crispy with just the right amount of salt. They could lose the toast, though. Just not needed.”
Hamburger • $
“There are a lot of restaurants where you can get a burger, but when one stands out above all the others like this it deserves 5 stars and 3 thumbs up. Fantastic flavor and service. Definitely worth the trek for a fabulous meal.”
Fast Food • $
“The food here was delicious. However, despite that I had selected "dairy allergy," there was still cheese in the salad. Also, the salad had only 2 grape tomatoes, one of which was rotten.”
Sandwich Shop • $
“Food was very fresh. Service was very quick My husband got the number 6 which was supposed to come with guacamole but not was put on his sandwich. That was the only negative”
Sandwich Shop • $
“Sam, Greenbrier Elementary School thanks you and your employees for the delicious food you provided for us yesterday. We really appreciated your kindness and generosity. Thanks again! Luella Anderson”
Chicken • $
“We came for take out but wasn’t giving the correct order. I called and spoke to Raymond and he was very polite and willing to fix it. Once heading back out there he brought the food to me himself. Very nice customer service. Thank you ”
Fast Food • $
“Had a wonderful experience here on Saturday. We went in right at the lunch rush, found a table, and placed our order via the app. The food was there in just a few short minutes, and it was all made just right. I had friends with me from Montana who had never experienced a Chick-fil-a, and they are now huge fans. Many thanks for a wonderful dining experience!”
Fast Food • $
“First impressions are important. This restaurant is spotless and it just feels super clean here. Super friendly staff as well. The Flame thrower was on fire and quite possibly the most crispy onion rings. I can't wait to bring my daughter here. ??❤️??❤️??”
American • $$
“The facility speaks of elegance, and the menu covers most tastes. Food is well prepared and presented. The food temperature was very good except for broccoli - it was cold. The waiter could have been more attentive - eventually, another waiter came and cleared our table. This is a great restaurant. It just needs a few tweets to make it top shelf.”
Indian • $$
“Food - 5/5Atmosphere - 5/5Service - 5/5Value - 4/5A nice variety of dishes and a great cocktail list. Though I didn’t try any, I appreciate the non-alcoholic offerings. Overall, tied for the best Indian place in Charlottesville with one other in the downtown area.”
Indian • $$
“Always enjoy coming to this restaurant. ItOffers good value for money and portions are large. Appetizers were very good as were most of the mains. The makhani dal had a beautiful clean flavor unlike the offering in many other places where lots of cream and tomatoes are used to give it richness.Vegetarian options: Lots of indian vegetarian options.Parking: Decent amount of parking in front and on the side of the restaurant.Wheelchair accessibility: The restaurant doors are fairly even with the street, so wheelchairs could be brought in.”
Cheap Eats
American • $
“This place is ridiculous in the best definition. When was the last time you had a *new* inventive, delicious sandwich on bread that is so amazing you can't believe it's real!? Well come here and you will. The restaurant is bright, modern yet homie, with lovely staff. And above all *clean* which is hard to find these days.”
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Juice Bar & Smoothies • $
“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.”
Bar & Grill • $
“Great atmosphere and probably the best burger I’ve ever ate. I’m new to the area and was really looking for something special that reminds me of just home and I found it and more. A must to all the new travel nurses in the area.”
Sandwich Shop • $
“Highly recommend the Grinder. It’s the last picture in the sequence. I got the Baggby’s club on sourdough and it was delightful. If you want a classic sandwich this is they way to go! Now, the Grinder is next level. It the classic Italian sandwich taken to the next level. They have fresh lemonade, nothing else to say about that. Just get it!We all got our kids a classic grilled cheese and pbj and it was nothing short of great!We had a good conversation with the owner and his family. He shared some hidden gems with us to make our time around the area better.”
Latin American • $
“Hands down, one of the best restaurants in CVille. Whether you are local or flying in from CHO (close-ish to the airport), you have to make it to this hidden gem. Very eclectic/stylish/fun Miami inspired decor with a really unique but specific art collection on the walls. Everytime I eat here, i order something different, and it is always something I have never had. Today, I had "Maicitos" which was described to me as "Mac and cheese meets street corn (elotes) with lays chips crumbled on top for crunch." It was totally new to me, but it was so awesome! And as good as the food and decor are, the people who work there truly steal the show. They are extremely friendly, customer service oriented, and more passionate about the food they serve than any restaurant I've ever been to. Their excitement to share with you their unique flavors is irresistible. If you only get one meal in CVille, you won't regret choosing Guajiros.”
American • $
“Sydney, Schuyler, and Rex are phenomenal humans and made my first experience at Riverside question why I’ve never been there. The food was great and the atmosphere is the perfect diner experience!”
Mexican • $
“Stopped at the Charlottesville IX farmers market on Saturday morning and saw there was a huge line to get some of these tacos. And WOW! The tacos were absolutely delicious and very authentic. The corn tortillas were freshly handmade and were perfectly warm and strong enough to not crumble or crack after taking a few bites. We tried the chicken, steak, and pork tacos. They were all delicious but the steak and pork were our favorites. We also tried a chicken tamale that was the best tamale I’ve had in the states. Really reminded me of the ones from home. Our only regret was not getting another tamale when we first ordered because by the time we went back for seconds, they had all sold out!! We will 100% be coming back to enjoy this delicious and authentic food.”
American • $
“We came for the boardgame event however we ate dinner and WOW. I ordered the The Chicken Poblano Pot Pie (AMAZING) and he chose the Smoked Pulled Pork Burrito(Amazing). Bread pudding amazing! Go!”
Coffee Roasteries • $
“What a great place. They sell some cool punk tickets records, the coffee is good and reasonably priced and the people are super knowledgeable but not pretentious or douchey! Yall rock”
Southern • $
“Unbelievable omikase, you need to try to shrimp shumai when you come here. It's on the formal side which I wasn't expecting but it was a pleasant surprise.”
Hamburger • $
“Never have catered before,so I tried the corner restaurant 100%loved it great price,the family loved it,so yes l will order from them again, ?⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Faye ”
Bubble Tea • $
“The boba is so good I had a mango yogurt one and it had cut up mangos in it! The leaf mural is so cute and my friend knows the owners and they are so sweet! I love the decor.”
Tacos • $
“Wonderful taco truck!I think it cost me 3.50 per taco and honestly everything tasted so good!All tacos originally comes with corn tortillas but i think they can also do flour.Great bang for the buck, def ask for the spicy sauces because *chef's kiss*.They do accept cards and the staff was wonderful.The truck is located right next to the laundromat so its hard to miss.”
“The pizza is delicious. I love a good slice or two. Patio outside and plenty of seating inside. Drinks for the kiddies and the adults. Lots of varieties of pizza. Meat lovers is delicious and so was the Buffalo chicken. Prices are reasonable!”
Vegetarian • $
“absolutely incredible food! this is my new favorite cville spot. it is so great to have a place that serves vegan burgers! i ate at the location on Wednesday, couldn't stop thinking about how good the burger was, and got delivery via Uber Eats today- it was just as amazing delivered. i'll be eating here at least once a week- if not more obviously!”
Brewery • $$
“This was my first time at a sake brewery. The bartender did a great job explaining how sake is brewed and explaining the differences between the sakes that are made there. I highly recommend checking out this place!”
American • $$$
“In recent years, each Easter has wound up taking on a theme based on whatever core activity Mom and I have chosen to participate in. “Casual elegance” and “I trust” certainly summed up this year. It may initially seem like an impossible contradiction, but from the moment you arrive at The Clifton, you find that not only is “casual elegance” is very achievable but that the ability to achieve that balance is core to the venue's charm. It's about finery being presented in a genuinely warm, inviting way. It's like being greeted after a long journey, shown to a cozy library where you can relax and warm yourself by the fire, while being excitedly told "Wait until you see what we have prepared for you today! We really hope you'll like it!" From the moment I saw that The Clifton was hosting a curated 3-course meal, I knew that was my first choice for how to spend the day and glad when that matched the tone Mom was in the mood for as well. That is where "I trust" came into play. I didn't know exactly what we'd be eating but I wasn't the least bit concerned about it. Having already witnessed how exceptional even "burger and fries" produced in Chef Matthew's kitchen was, I knew to trust that whatever was presented before me, I was not going to be disappointed. That trust was once again validated on Sunday. Not only was everything that Mom and I ordered amazing, but it also disproved the notion that "fine dining" means you must leave the table hungry. There is a very logical nature to the menu options in each category. Mom ordered the oysters and shrimp choices ... I ordered the smoked salmon waffles and leg of lamb ... and, in both approaches, the portion sizes were exactly what we wanted. Both of us got exactly what we wanted and got exactly as much food as we wanted overall. The fact this was so easy to achieve is yet another demonstration of Chef Matthew's expertise in achieving a wonderfully balanced experience for a variety of people and appetites.”
American • $$
“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!!”
Mexican • $$
“Huge fan of Fiesta Azteca! Best Mexican restaurant in Crozet. Be sure to get there early on a weekend, the parking lot can fill up quickly. I highly recommend!Parking: The parking lot can fill up and with no street parking you’re restricted to wait till someone leaves.”
Bar & Grill • $$
“My husband and I were just here the other and were thoroughly impressed! It was wonderful to eat somewhere where I could be accommodated safely with my food allergy. Our server, Jen, was extremely attentive and the food was phenomenal. I have recommended it to several friends already and we will definitely be back soon!!”
Korean • $$
“Such a cool experience! We did both the hotpot and grill for dinner and had a great time. The sauce bar is fun touch! The service was a lot better than I expected. They have a button at the table to call a server but we didn't even need to use it. The time limit is pretty generous and we were very full before our time ran out. We will be back!”
Latin American • $$$
“The food is amazing, the brunch is phenomenal! Cocktails are great and staff is super knowledgeable. They have weekly specials (burger Mondays, date night Tuesday’s, half off wine bottle Wednesdays, bachata night Thursdays) and live music! 10/10 would definitely recommend.”
Fondue • $$$
“I love this place, but you would think by now they would get electric shades to protect their customers from the unbearable sun glaring down on their eyes and faces. If you are in a larger party you are going to spend 2 hours with the sun in your eyes. Please get some shades.”
Italian • $$
“Went here based on the recommendation of a fiend. It was Valentine's Day and I was alone (!), so the only option was to eat at the bar - not my favorite and I almost left. So glad I did not.The meal was wonderful - among the best I have had in a while. The bread with hummus and muhammara was excellent and the seared haloumi was sublime. The peasant pasta was excellent as well. Desserts were a little limited but the chocolate pots de creme was fine. The service was outstanding throughout.It'd be nice if they allowed singles to sit at tables (there were tables available throughout my stay) and the dessert offerings could be expanded a bit. That said, the appetizers and main were top notch - I'd definitely go again, this time with a companion.”
Seafood • $$
“10.22.22 - Our bartender, Madison, was fantastic and very personable! We had the bang bang shrimp as an appetizer and I had the filet and crab cake with bacon mac and cheese and kung pao brussel sprouts. My husband had the cod imperial with broccoli and garlic mashed potatoes. I can't say enough how great all the food was as well as the sevice! Will definitely go back soon!”
Brewery • $$
“Chill spot. Spacious, yet cozy. Friendly bartenders and chatty locals. Got a quick flight about 90 mins before closing and greatly enjoyed every beer I had. Had a smoked beer that was especially interesting and tasty”
Beer Gardens • $$
“I was visiting the area for a concert, and my friend and I stumbled upon this place. It had an excellent selection of beer and the bartenders were very informative and helpful when choosing the right beer for us. I was not hungry, but my friend got a huge chicken sandwich that smelled and looked delicious. Additionally, they have a bookshelf of games, so my friend and I were able to drink beer, have some food, and play some cards games, too. Overall, atmosphere is a busy yet casual beer hall. I will definitely return to this place next time I am in the area.”
American • $$
“We visited Tonic on what was probably the nicest day of weather this year, so that definitely factored into our experience. For cocktails we ordered a "wabbit-season," a G&T, a beet drink and an "al Pastor." All were fantastic but the Wabbit-season was the standout favorite. The charcuterie board was great and had unique flavors. The pork belly sandwich was really top-tier good! Service was great too. All in all, we can't recommend Tonic enough--especially on a nice day!”
Tex-Mex • $$
“The BEST restaurant in Charlottesville. Innovative Tex-Mex cuisine served with style and good humor. Great margaritas served by the coolest bartenders. And the music selection is great too.”
Indian • $$
“The service and food can not be beat!I love the food, the ambiance and the staff!! The lamb is one of the softest I've had. The chicken is always perfect ?He always jokes with us remembers us and serves a perfect product. I can't say enough good things about this place!!!”
Korean • $$
“Do yourself a favor and get the tofu gang jeong appetizer, one of the best things I've ever tried at a Korean restaurant. Very busy on Friday nights, but luckily we had made a reservation. This place came highly recommended to us. The service was a little slow and it seemed like the restaurant was understaffed, but we were still smiling from our sassy server. Udon Bokkeum had good noodle textures, but the flavor was a little bit dull for my taste.Overall, good experience, a little pricey, but would still recommend ?”
Wineries • $$
“We had a delightful visit here not just because of the wines, but because of Cynthia and Luke. I had called before we arrived in Virginia and spoke to Cynthia who was informative and friendly. When we came for our tasting, we were lucky enough to get Luke. He is clearly enthusiastic about the wine and knowledgable as well. People like Cynthia and Luke absolutely make the winetasting experience. We so enjoyed our time here and are glad to report our wine made it safely home in our luggage! Thank you both and what a beautiful vineyard.”
Brewery • $$
“Preston Ave is a true neighborhood craft beer venue with an excellent rotating selection of unique origin.Downtown is more swank and offers a better food option. Staff and owner are very friendly and accommodating!”
Southern • $$
“Love the Whiskey Jar! So many great choices for Whiskey, Bourbon, etc. and they have good food too. I had the pulled pork with collard and broccoli salad, liked it all. He had fried pork chops, mashed potatoes, cheesy hot broccoli. He didn't like the cheesy broccoli because there was too much cheese. Corn bread was good. We shared an apple pie old fashioned and a whiskey flight 'Elijah Craig, 4 Roses, Isaac Bowman'. I found a new one I liked, Isaacc Bowman was smooth & flavorful. We both thought the apple pie old fashioned was too sweet and the quicker flavor was too dilute.”
New American • $$
“Service and food were impeccable! The food had the best flavor and melted in your mouth. Never had to wait on a server to get a refill or food order as they consistently checked back but without being over bearing. Just all around amazing, would highly recommend and will definitely revisit if I am in the area again as I was just in town visiting.”
Brewery • $$
“Nice, lowkey brewery. The beer isn't really anything special or trying to do things different, but each beer is a solid representation of its style. No mess, no fuss, just good beers”
Mexican • $$
“Came here with my wife for dinner. We both got margs for happy hour and they were massive, very pleased with them. The vibe was pretty typical for a Tex-mex place, but was nice. I got the special burrito with all the meats in it - the burrito mixto, but it was a little small for what most Mexican places have. The salsa was good but came out in tiny cups that we had to get refilled several times. Would come back though, one of the better Tex-mex places in town.”
Mexican • $$
“We tried their half rack ribs and a quarter of chicken, for sides, we got rice and plantains, and for drinks, horchata and mexican coke. They’re all so good!!! The ribs were falling off the bones and have such unique sauce which we liked. The rice was a perfect pair for the meats and the plantains tasted fresh and not refried. We’d come back for sure.”
Vegetarian • $$
“My 2 best friends and I went on Valentines Day. This place is ALWAYS amazing. The food comes out quick, it's always delicious and fresh and hot, they have such cute drink choices, tons of small plates options to choose from and our waitress that night was amazing and was super attentive. I wish I remembered her name because she was great! But if she remembers serving 3 girls (one with pink short hair) then thank you!!!! ♡”
Italian • $$
“There were 5 in our party each ordering something different, no pizza but pastas and various sandwiches. All were delicious. We also saw the staff go above and beyond when a man lost his wallet after he had paid for his meal. One staff member used the light on his phone to locate the wallet and waited for the customer to return before asking a patron to please get up so he could move the bench and let the man get his wallet. How thoughtful of him to persistently look to help his customer find his wallet.”
Spanish • $$$
“I secured reservations well in advance for my bday dinner. I'm so glad I did! It was amazing! Everything we ate was absolutely perfect! We ordered 9 plates for 2 people and took home 4 to-go boxes! We definitely over ordered, but we wanted to try so many things! Tapas sizes are perfect for 2. I even scored a free dessert for my birthday! This place is in my top 3 best restaurants in Charlottesville. Can't wait to go back!The staff was friendly and efficient. Parking can be difficult to find, as it's all street parking.”
Fine Dining • $$$
“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!!”
Mediterranean • $$
“Outstanding food! I had to keep coming back for more… ultimately I tried the chicken platter, lamb special, hummus, pita, 3 types of samosas, dolmas, and falafel. Everything was very flavorful and well seasoned. You’ll definitely see me again!”
French • $$$
“Cafe Frank has a great atmosphere, every time I’ve been food has been amazing. The people who work there are always welcoming and attentive. Cafe Frank is one of my favorite places to eat.”
Japanese • $$$
“My wife and I went here for the first time recently and absolutely loved it! The sushi rolls and the beef skewers were particularly excellent and the overall environment was really nice. A little pricey for sure but, we had a great time and look forward to returning!”
Mexican • $$
“Nice inviting location, it is very loud in here. The waitstaff was very friendly and helpful. We were torn between the queso and the guacamole, but ended up going with the guacamole for an appetizer. It was freshly made and delicious. For the main course, my wife went with the chicken nachos and I ordered the carne asada. Both of them were very flavorful and I would definitely order it again. A couple we were with ordered the pork belly and tacos and those turned out great as well. The picante margarita (spicy) level 2 (butt on fire) was very good. The only negative, was the sound level. I think it was partly because this used to be a minimal seating, steak house, so the acoustics are not really conducive to being packed. Sound dampening panels?”
American • $$
“We were promptly seated when we entered The Fitzroy at 2:30 and we were given a menu. I was not expecting much when I went in The Fitzroy for my first time. I was expecting less when I looked at their limited lunch menu of chicken wings, pretzel, chicken sandwich, burger, vegetarian sandwich, or a Caesar salad. Leaving did cross my mind more than once as I considered the six basic choices for lunch. Then as I looked around I could painly see I was in a bar and not a restaurant. They had two long bars and one row of booths and tables. I decided on a bar burger, which for whatever reason, they called their Fitzroy Burger. According to their menu description, it was just a regular cheeseburger on a brioche bun. We order a pretzel for an appetizer. It came with a sharp cheddar cheese sauce and mustard dip. The pretzel wasn't anything special. It had a good warm taste but I prefer more salt on my pretzel than this one had on arrival. Our main orders of burgers and wings were served to us as soon as possible. The brioche bun on my Fitzroy Burger had been steamed and was still warm. The hamburger was surprisingly delicious, and so were the fries that came with it. One of our burgers was on ciabatta bread. The ciabatta bread was warm and fresh, and without an upcharge. The side Caesar salad was also tasty. Our waitress was very effiecient and she continued to check on us and refill our water glasses. This was an unexpected pleasant lunch experience for me and the others at my table. I am looking forward to returning for another lunch time experience, when I am in need of a bar burger and fries. I did notice a change in their kitchen staff at 3pm. Maybe this was their shift change time for their kitchen staff.”
Cajun/Creole • $$
“Very chill place to hang out. I don't say that often! So many cute nooks and crannies to choose from. It's like hanging out at a friend's house. I had the house salad with grilled shrimp. Hands down the best shrimp I've had in Charlottesville.”
Indian • $$
“Absolutely outstanding food, atmosphere, and service! The kitchen looks spotless and the chefs are justifiably proud of their creations.The samosas are incredible.”
Japanese • $$
“Went here for lunch and was craving some sushi and they definitely did not disappoint! Super nice atmosphere and staff. Everything was delicious and fairly priced, definitely going back soon!”
Italian • $$
“It was good. Service was great. Employees were attentive and kind. Prices were seemed about right (not too expensive) for being a nice looking restaurant on the downtown mall. Ordered pasta, pizza, and took home a tiramisu. They have a few vegetarian options. Complimentary bread was nice. Pizza was a good pizza. Pasta and tiramisu were bomb. Would definitely go back. Seems like it would be a nice spot for a summer lunch date where you eat outside. Also looked like they had a couple good cocktails, but didn’t order any this time.”
Brewpubs • $$
“Fast service! I came by for the flight and the pretzel! They had an extensive drinks list and I enjoyed all of them! As for the pretzel, it was hot and fresh, the cheese dip was so delicious! The place was huge and it felt very homey! We even received free stickers for liking them on fb and ig! Highly recommend this place.”
Steak House • $$
“Went to go sit myself at the bar. Was greeted and ordered my usual beer. I ordered Victoria's barrel roll filet mignon with a bowl of potato soup and some fries. The soup was good and creamy. The filet mignon was cooked to my preferred temperature, which was medium rare, and it was perfection. Would go there again.”
Steak House • $$$
“The best service we have ever had at a restaurant. Ask for Derek as a server if you go. My husband’s tea glass was never more than half empty before it was being refilled. The atmosphere is very calm and romantic. We will definitely be back. Our newest favorite restaurant.”
Gastropubs • $$
“We held my sons rehearsal dinner here last night and it was great!! Everyone raved about the food and the service was top notch. Claudia was amazing as she kept everything moving and she took such good care of us. I can’t wait to go back for dinner one night.”
Italian • $$
“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.”
Fast Food • $$
“Not gonna lie, when I heard that my store's Thanksgiving meal for the associates was gonna be from a food truck, I was a bit skeptical. The food is amazing. Everything was well seasoned. And the people making and serving the food were super nice! Can't thank them enough!”
Juice • $$
“I loved The Juice Laundry, all of their smoothies are vegan and besides their signature smoothies, you can also make your own. Me and my friends tried some of the signature smoothies and they were all delicious.”
Japanese • $$
“This was our first time and it was delicious. The staff was super friendly and I really appreciate them sharing a birthday song in their culture with the table. The only thing would be is to add a little more seasoning to the protein for more flavor. Other than that, we enjoyed the experience.”
Latin American • $$$
“John the waiter was fantastic and the food was outstanding! The filet special and the NY strip were cooked to perfection....very tasty. Brussel sprouts as a side were great. We had an awesome experience!”
Bar & Grill • $$
“Shiiiiieeeet, I'll be damned, now that's a bar if I've ever seen one. Thought I was trippin because I saw a goat behind the bar but once I sobered up just realized it was my boy Emmanuel ? Man can that boy tend the bar!! I was the first one there I felt like Will Smith in I am Legend, even felt like a legend after those drinks Emmaneul was giving me, boy does he care about his clients and ill be damned if he's not the best man at my wedding!!”
Seafood • $$
“Excellent service and really delicious Sushi, I am from Culiacán Sinaloa and it is the closest thing we have to seafood and sushi really with the flavor of our country, here in Charlottesville Va.”
Cafe • $$
“I have recently started shopping at Foods ( past 3 years) I must say that I love it! I often send my husband in to shop and he usually finds Cindy. She knows everything about your store. Very knowledgeable of all products and has recommended quite a few items to us and we have really enjoyed them. Thank you Foods of All Nations for such good service and having such knowledgeable staff! We really love the variety of products that we are unable to find any where else. We will continue to shop there.”
American • $$
“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!”
American • $$
“My girlfriend and I had a fantastic experience here. The food was excellent, the drinks were very good, and our waiter was professional and knowledgeable. Additionally, it is not cheap, but the prices are certainly fair. Would recommend!”
Italian • $$
“Wonderful atmosphere for a meal. A liittle loud but nice. The food was delicious, but the wedge salad was kinda dry, needed more dressing. The pasta Carbonara was excellent as was the eggplant Parmigiano. Large portions with delicious bread made the night. The German Reisling was the best my wife has ever had. We truly enjoyed our meals here. The server was very good but was also very busy.”
Juice • $$
“Wow! What a wonderful experience at the Aquatic Fitness Center Juice Laundry. The employees were extremely informative when guiding me through the nutritional information of my order. My smoothie was delicious and prepared in a timely fashion. The employees were extremely friendly and welcoming while maintaining an excellent level of professionalism. 100/10 recommend this wonderful establishment.”
American • $$
“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!.”
Brewpubs • $$
“We have always heard great things about Mount Ida!! It is such a beautiful place for a wedding and the views are breathtaking! We have many brides come in that are getting married there and they are always raving about this place, definitely a 10/10!”
American • $$$
“My kids and I had breakfast here and it was delicious! The hot cocoa was creamy and delicious and the Belgian waffle was perfection. We didn’t have lunch or dinner here, so I can’t speak to that, but I highly recommend the breakfast, which was also very reasonably priced for a resort.Kid-friendliness: They were very kind to my children, offering kid safe cups with lids, extra napkins, and spacious seating .”
Steak House • $$
“The Bartender took awhile to realize I was there, but after that it was good service. The prime rib was very nice, WAY too much salt on the steak fries. The Caesar salad was nice and the Sam Adams was tapped nicely. The guy sitting next to me wasn’t a pleasant experience, but I did sit at the bar by my choice.”
Tacos • $$
“I'm a big fan of Brazos at IX. This was a different experience, with a "please wait to be seated" sign and wait-staff providing table service rather than ordering at the counter. Not bad, but different than what I was expecting. The food was still just as good, but it felt a little weird eating "street food" in a sit-down restaurant.Dietary restrictions: Corn tortillas are an option for all the soft tacos, so it's easy to make them gluten-free”
Sandwich Shop • $$
“We ate at the Woodfired Pizza. I am vegan and gluten free and they made an amazing pizza. There are a lot of options at the Market and something for everyone. We were even able to get a glass a wine with our meal. People are lucky to be so close to this place!”
American • $$
“The food was very good, especially the Cubano sandwich! The staff is so friendly and I love the decor - from the neon WAHOOS to the giant poster of Ralph and Patrick Ewing in their epic game. There are lots of tv screens for watching basketball - of course! Ralph was there greeting patrons and the atmosphere was a great warm up to the last men's basketball home game of the season. What a fun night! Go Hoos! ????”
Juice • $$
“Win and the rest of the staff are so fantastic! Win, especially, is so patient with my picky order, and helping me with the app.Great Smoothies, and Great Customer Service. I’d give them a 10 if I could!! Am here every day!!”
American • $$
“BEST service I've ever had at a restaurant. Delicious cocktails and incredible wood fired pizzas. Came on a busy Valentines evening and was not disappointed in the slightest. Everything came out so quick and we were checked in on multiple times. Felt very taken care of here, especially by Tayler, our server. Couldn't recommend enough!!!”
Seafood • $$
“Everything was pretty good. Our 1st time. We'll visit again when passing through and want seafood. I could've probably done without the club music at lunch but not a deal-breaker.”
American • $$
“Came across this place on the way to the speakeasy downstairs, Lost Saint. That place is definitely worth checking out too. I loved the vibe and decided to spend my milestone birthday here! The service was friendly, even to go as far as saying, "Go Hokies" because I was with a Hokie, even though this is UVA town! The squid ink pasta was light and fresh. For some reason, I expected a cream sauce, maybe wishful thinking? The beef tartare came with crispy waffle cut potatoes. The cocktail was yummy too-- can't remember the name but it was sangria-esque. If you're in Charlottesville, check out this spot along with the hidden bar below!”
Mexican • $$
“Guad is a favorite of our family! I’ve been going to this restaurant since I was in college, and now I get to share it with my kids (who also love it). If you’re looking for authentic Mexican food, this isn’t it, but the cheese dip and margaritas are good!”
Cafe • $$
“I love the soup & sandwich combo! And it's do fun see the diversity of folks there. I didn't like using the auto-kiosk. Please keep the real people!”
Sushi • $$
“Delicious. A little pricey, $63 for two people. The teriyaki chicken was was tough and so was the teriyaki beef. Teriyaki shrimp was very good. Others in our party said the sushi was excellent.”
Brewery • $$
“Great experience! I had ordered sirloin and unfortunately it wasn’t to my liking, Informed the server that it wasn’t what I was expecting and she was quick to apologize and get the manager involved. Manager was super friendly and understanding. Overall great food, environment and staff! Would come here again!!”
Latest Reviews
Sandwich Shop • $
“Really appreciate the great customer service at Jersey Mikes. I just came in for a quick to-go tea and the guy gave me a cup and told me not to worry about it. Simple gesture but made my day.”
Italian • $$
“Simply spectacular. We sat at the bar. The carbonara was the best we ever had. We came in contact with 5 staff members that were warm, friendly and professional. We watch them prepare the best mixed drinks that were made with full to the brim shots. We couldn't have asked for a better evening of dining.”
Cafe • $
“Probably the nicest people I have ever met in my life. Best vibes from staff and fellow customers. Southern home cooking just like mama makes, actually better, lol.”
Seafood • $$
“I love the seafood here! The oyster selection is always fun, and everything I have eaten here has been delicious! (Definitely get the bread, the butter is made in house and it's addictive!) The prices are not crazy either. This is a great place for date night or a special celebration.The only thing I didn't like was the lobster bisque, and it was really not bad, just wayyyy too salty. Everything else was so good. I'm looking forward to dining here again!Parking: Parking is a little tricky if you don't know the area. The easiest place I've found is the parking lot next to the train station. There is sometimes street parking for closer spacesKid-friendliness: Not a great place to bring kids. It's very loud and can get crowded. This is a nice establishment that should be visited when you are able to get a babysitter”
Sandwich Shop • $
“Highly recommend the Grinder. It’s the last picture in the sequence. I got the Baggby’s club on sourdough and it was delightful. If you want a classic sandwich this is they way to go! Now, the Grinder is next level. It the classic Italian sandwich taken to the next level. They have fresh lemonade, nothing else to say about that. Just get it!We all got our kids a classic grilled cheese and pbj and it was nothing short of great!We had a good conversation with the owner and his family. He shared some hidden gems with us to make our time around the area better.”
Diner • $
“Love this place! Hours are wonky, but staff is great ! I am not a fan of omelettes and pancakes! Sausage was way over cooked! Service excellent and homey! Food is trailer trash country! They take a lot of shortcuts! But the biscuits are king ! Fruit cup is 100 percent! It's like going home with a little less effort! I love be listening to the arguments in the kitchen! lol. This is real food for real people!”
Bar & Grill • $$
“My husband and I were just here the other and were thoroughly impressed! It was wonderful to eat somewhere where I could be accommodated safely with my food allergy. Our server, Jen, was extremely attentive and the food was phenomenal. I have recommended it to several friends already and we will definitely be back soon!!”
Thai • $
“Best thai I have had thus far in Charlottesville. Mostly writing this so I myself remember which place it was. They had this ground beef and green bean dish that was spicy and so good. My sister who is allergic ate it even though she knew it would give her hives because it was that good (soy allergy). She said it was worth it.”
Restaurant
“Family of four came in late on a very busy Friday night. The menu is limited but the food was good. The standout of the evening was Eric - waiter, buss service, and liaison to the kitchen staff. He did the work of three people, unrelentingly busy, and both did it extremely well and with an incredibly friendly demeanor. Eric is the hardest working restaurant table staffer I’ve literally ever seen. Unbelievable.”
Restaurant • $
“A friend had Easter dinner delivered to my family while we visiting our son at UVA Hospital 2024. The food was amazing, the order delivered on time and hot. Fried chicken, yams, macaroni & cheese, collard greens and cornbread. Best soul food we have ever eaten. Thank you Soul Food Joint for a job well done. God bless you and your family as you blessed ours.”
Restaurant • $
“Went there before our dance class at the studio a few doors down. Lovely cheerful service and tasty hearty food. We got some baleadas (my favorite), chicharron, savory tamales, and a healthy serving of the best guacamole I've had in a long time. Also a shoutout to some perfectly crispy fried yucca. A note that this is Honduran food, don't expect Quesedillas and Fajitas--but what you get is super satisfying. We will be back!”
Mexican • $
“Stopped at the Charlottesville IX farmers market on Saturday morning and saw there was a huge line to get some of these tacos. And WOW! The tacos were absolutely delicious and very authentic. The corn tortillas were freshly handmade and were perfectly warm and strong enough to not crumble or crack after taking a few bites. We tried the chicken, steak, and pork tacos. They were all delicious but the steak and pork were our favorites. We also tried a chicken tamale that was the best tamale I’ve had in the states. Really reminded me of the ones from home. Our only regret was not getting another tamale when we first ordered because by the time we went back for seconds, they had all sold out!! We will 100% be coming back to enjoy this delicious and authentic food.”
Vegetarian • $
“absolutely incredible food! this is my new favorite cville spot. it is so great to have a place that serves vegan burgers! i ate at the location on Wednesday, couldn't stop thinking about how good the burger was, and got delivery via Uber Eats today- it was just as amazing delivered. i'll be eating here at least once a week- if not more obviously!”
Restaurant • $$
“As always Chef Laura Fonner did not disappoint! Years ago we dined with her at Duners restaurant for my birthday dinner and it completely blew me away. This year I chose to dine with her again for my birthday and it was nothing short of spectacular! The intricate details down to the complexity of each dish, she knocks it out of the park. As always, we will be back!”
Most Popular Restaurants
Southern • $
“Ordered the Poy boy and Nashville hot per the waitresses recommendation and both were tasty. Both not too big, decent portions. The Nashville chicken sandwich had a little sweetness to it. They make their ranch in house so you gotta have it to dip your fries in. It's a really nice vibe, a lot of sunlight inside, great place to get friends together for brunch. They have a bar with a couple tvs that's separate from the main dining area too if you want to catch a game and have a beer or cocktail. Also several outdoor tables, perfect if the weather is nice.”
Vegan • $
“This eatery has so many good options-mostly whole plant-based! It's also a super cozy spot and has a patio. I loved the miso mac & cheese, the sticky cauliflower, the crispy chix sandwich, and the cauliflower soup.”
Cafe • $
“delicious bakery in charlottsville for a casual breakfast. Great place for a sandwich and pastry. Long line but moves fast. Had a french baguette with caramelized onions, cheese and eggs and it was perfect. Next time, want to try their quiche.”
Hamburger • $
“There are a lot of restaurants where you can get a burger, but when one stands out above all the others like this it deserves 5 stars and 3 thumbs up. Fantastic flavor and service. Definitely worth the trek for a fabulous meal.”
Middle Eastern • $
“Such a great family run business! The food the service the atmosphere was fantastic—my daughter loved so much I got her a gift certificate so she could come back on her birthday. Highly recommend— what a true treat!”
Chicken • $
“Staff is pleasant and timely. The food is absolutely hot, juicy, delicious, with or without the sauce. The fries are always crispy with just the right amount of salt. They could lose the toast, though. Just not needed.”
American • $
“Delicious food and bountiful diner type selections including breakfast all day. The portions are plentiful and the service is fast paced if you're in a hurry. The staff was very pleasant, welcoming and eager to accommodate your dietary needs.”
Southern • $
“Unbelievable omikase, you need to try to shrimp shumai when you come here. It's on the formal side which I wasn't expecting but it was a pleasant surprise.”
Mexican • $
“It was pretty good. They were running out of food at the time, so I chose chicken (instead of Barbacoa or steak), but it was really good. I ordered a bowl and a tortilla on the side, I made the burrito and had the bowl for leftovers. Good quality food ?”
Gastropubs • $
“Always incredible food here. Burgers are real burgers that cover the whole bun and amazing ingredients.Parking: Not a lot of spots to park up front but parking lot behind business has plenty.”
Turkish • $
“Every time I visit C'ville, I make it a point to eat here! The food is amazing and The atmosphere and staff are amazing as well! Definitely fat man approved!”
Breakfast • $
“This is my new favorite Waffle House away from home. The food was great, the music played nonstop and the service was amazing! Thank you, Regina and crew in Charlottesville, Virginia. (Isn't that the most perfect waffle you've ever seen?)”
Fast Food • $
“Went through the drive through, a bit confusing but once you get to where you place your order it's straightforward. Food was hot and tasty, and the service is standard Chick-fil-A service!”
Breakfast • $
“The food tasted good, and the presentation was perfect. Our group of 5 went on a Saturday morning and didn't want to wait an hour to eat, also the place was packed and really loud. The next week, we went on a Thursday morning and were able to be seated right away. The service, food, and atmosphere were really good.”
New Restaurants
Tacos • $
“Alambres mixtos are the very best they serve the Pastor con piña is what got me Most places only serve pastor meat without pineapple tortas al pastor are good I just wish they have more roping and mangonadas are delicious too they have drinks and a picnic tablet to eat service is fast and food ”
“Recommendations:- Cocktails (possibly the best in town)- Hamachi crudo (beautifully complex)- Market fish entrée (amazing broth)- Raki (so hard to find!)Concerns:- Salt levels often very high- Charred octopus was very tough (overcooked before charring)Overall a lovely atmosphere and excellent service. A great place for a social upscale dinner, few places like it in Cville. The RAKI is served traditional style and this is the only place you can find it in Cville - it is strong and for some an acquired taste but I highly recommend.”