Restaurants in Charlottesville

The Ivy Inn Restaurant

On the positive side: when I made the reservation, there were no tables shown to be available on the ground level. Thus, I chose the 2nd floor, but I'm handicapped. NASH, at the entry point, made it possible for us to sit on the 1st floor. VERY THANKFUL.

Tip Top Restaurant

Perfect diner experience: no muss, no fuss. Grits, tomatoes, bacon & eggs -- all good. My partner got blueberry pancakes, said he'd never be able to finish, but he managed! ?

Fleurie Restaurant

My wife and I had a superb dinner. I think Fleurie would qualify as a one star Michelin restaurant if it were evaluated. In addition to great cuisine and excellent wines, service was very attentive and friendly.

MarieBette Café and Bakery

Busy on a Monday morning. Very good pastries and Baguette. Got a sausage/egg/cheese croissant. Good but the sausage was a single circular sausage (hotdog style), which was not enough for the size of the sandwich.The latte and Cappuccino we ordered was totally ruined. Burnt and way too hot.

Al Carbon

This is our family’s #1 go-to restaurant in Charlottesville, and one of the few places I know of where the food is nearly as good when doing takeout as it is when dining in. They serve consistently amazing food (with great service), and their prices are reasonable! Pretty much everything on the menu is delicious, but our favorite thing to do is just get some rotisserie chicken and tequila pork ribs plus a few of our favorite sides (esquites, green onions, choriqueso, guac, plantains etc.) and a handful of different sauces (our favorite is the chipotle crema). Trust me Cville people, if you haven’t tried Al Carbon, you are missing out!

Mission BBQ

This place knows how to serve BBQ. If you're ever in Charlottesville, VA, this restaurant must be on your list of eateries to visit, provided you like BBQ. Very patriotic decor (patches on the walls from all branches of military service as well as various local law enforcement and fire departments), but the real star here is the food. I hope your order will be taken by Connor at the cash register who will be sure to point you in the right direction. Enjoy!

Lampo Neapolitan Pizzeria

We are from the UK and the pizza here is some of the best we have had. We got the mushroom and the last one on the menu (meat with hot honey) - amazing and both so different. We sat at the bar and were served by Zak who was so friendly! He even messaged his brother to recommend breweries in Asheville - our next stop. The breweries are incredible too! Thanks so much Zak!

Riverside Lunch

This Charlottesville legendary lunch spot is a gem in our lovely little town. It has been consistent for decades, and its’s food for the soul. It’s not fancy, but it’s like a warm, cozy blanket. If you haven’t tried it out, you must go! The service is phenomenal.

Daily Grind C-Ville

Me and my wife went today around 2pm we where greeted as soon as we walked in. Prices are affordable and both the Pina colada and Root beer float were amazing. Definitely going back again.

Croby's Urban Viddles

My absolute favorite weekend breakfast spot in town. My husband and I visit almost every weekend. They seriously make THE best French toast…nothing fancy, just simple French toast that is perfectly seasoned and cooked. My husband is a huge fan of the biscuits and gravy, as well. Their omelets and biscuit sandwiches are also excellent. Can’t speak too much to their lunch and supper menus but I imagine they’re delicious. Being a family owned and operated business, we are always welcomed like we’re one of their own.

La Flor Michoacana

So fun! Love that this place survived covid and is so close to the spray park. Makes for a perfect afternoon w your kids. Lots of fun options here for everyone and not expensive

Splendora's Gelato

Hands down the best frozen treat shop in town. The flavors are always fun and vibrant. I took my daughter there for her first ice cream. She loved the strawberry and the blueberry verbena. The kalamansi was a bit much for her, but I thought it went great with both the other flavors.

Public Fish & Oyster

Food was amazing as always! Oysters and shrimp to start for the table, entrees delicious ? Kevin was a great waiter, cocktails also a big hit. Can't have a bad night at Public!

Guajiros Miami Eatery

Guajiros is one of my favorite hole in the wall restaurants in Charlottesville. They offer a classic twist of Cubano food that is immeasurably delicious. I crave their queso frito almost daily and I'm immensely appreciative of their food. The staff has always been warm and welcoming into their establishment. Will come back time and time again.

Hamiltons' at First & Main

Great service; very attentive. The crab chowder was INCREDIBLE!! It was packed with crabmeat. The crabcakes, shrimp n grits, beef special were all delicious. Nice wines,too. Definitely a great spot.

C & O

Dined early saturday night - food and service were excellent - we had the steak tartar, lamb entree, fettucine, topped off with homemade desserts - the 3 of us were pleased and would certainly go back.

Duner's

Duner's is a favorite of ours and has been for a very long time. Great food in a beautiful cozy atmosphere with upbeat attentive service. It is better now than ever. Don't miss it on your visit to Cville. If you live here you already know about this local treasure!

Kanak Indian Kitchen

Welcoming environment and staff, great ambiance, very good tasty food! We ordered Shahi paneer, garlic naan, chicken Katti roll, paneer Katti roll, and Imli Tango. It was superb. The restrooms are decent.ample parking space. During our visit, there was a thunderstorm and the power switched very swiftly without notice. Tips: Pre-ordering/pre-booking helps.

Mochiko

By far the most authentic Hawaiian place in Virginia, maybe even the entire east coast. Great service, reasonably priced, and authentic atmosphere. Mochiko is a Charlottesville must.

Tea House

Don’t sleep on this place; it’s great. The sweet and sour chicken was superb. Kid’s menu is limited and the chicken tenders were just over cooked nuggets, but everything else was great.

Oakhart Social

Went in for drinks and apps.... Nothing disappointed. The wood fried oysters were delicious, the salad was filling, and the shrimp were fresh and tasty. It is a little load inside when the place is hopping though. Will certainly return.Dietary restrictions: They had gluten free options for just about everything!

Orzo Kitchen & Wine Bar

Excellent food and service. Our server was busy, but the host at the front noticed our drinks were getting low and immediately came and asked if we need anything. He personally went to bar and got our drinks. Complimentary olives were delicious, as was the salmon and steak.

The Local

So glad we found The Local! The food was delicious, the staff was friendly, and the building is just gorgeous! We can't wait to return and highly recommend it.

Smyrna

Enjoyed dinner at Smyrna with my husband last night and it was phenomenal! Attentive service and delicious food. I’m sure the menu changes but if you love gazpacho and it’s on the menu get theirs with the goat cheese … I could eat it all day everyday! Also highly recommend the burger - 5 stars. The space itself is unassuming but the food shines. We’ll be back!

Blue Moon Diner

Quaint little place on Main Street to grab breakfast. This was our last stop after a weekend in Charlottesville and it didn’t disappoint. Be sure to take advantage of their reservations. Seating is limited. Food is delicious and team service concept ensures you are always taken care of!

The Alley Light

The Alley Light is always a win, as you can tell by the near empty glasses! My group of four stopped in after dinner for a nightcap and we're able to grab a seat at the bar to watch as their team of amazing bartenders whipped up magic.As always, the atmosphere was cozy and warm, the service impeccable and the drinks amazing!

Ten

This was our first time at Ten and we will definitely be back! The food was amazing . We started with gyoza and then shared a wasabi roll, tiger roll and wagyu beef roll. All were delicious and there are lots more things to try next time!

Maya

Best ribs I've ever had. They were so meaty and tender, and the homemade BBQ was the perfect combination of sweet and smoky. Would definitely recommend the ribs here.

Cafe Frank

Wow, hubby and I came here for dinner.Reservations are generally needed, but we didn't have one, and a table was a available on the FRIDAY we went.Host was our waitress, she was very bubbly, and we spoke to her about what we considered for dinner the wagu beef and vegetables, she said she recommends it, and we do too!The experience was amazing. The atmosphere is welcoming and warm. Food was literally the best food I had ever eaten at a restaurant! Highly recommended cafe frank.The only other thing I can add is, be prepared for the bill. And don't skimp on the tip either.

CONMOLE

The food is literally amazing! We loved everything we ordered. Between 4 adults, we ordered 5 of the shareable plates and two desserts. No one left hungry! The cocktails were delicious as well. Atmosphere was lovely. We were seated outside on the patio and had a great view of those walking by in the adorable neighborhood. Highly recommend

Sports Club Cafe

Great grilled wrap with fries made on a panini press, and my husband had a huge Cobb salad. We ate out on the deck overlooking the pools at lunch for a beautiful view. Attentive friendly staff for an enjoyable lunch!

Everyday Shop & Café

Way more selection than most convenience stores. Huge dining area - we were waiting on somewhere to wait while a family member was at the hospital. Got some food and drinks and wasted an hour in the dining area. It was nice

Waffle House

Traveling through from West Virginia to Busch Gardens, our family of 5 was treated with smiles and very personal attention. Our waitress and cooks were top notch, attentive, smiling, happy and food with cooked to perfection. Highly recommend this location if you are traveling.

FIREFLY Restaurant & Game Room

Absolutely loved this restaurant, with welcoming staff and a fun atmosphere, it is a definite recommendation! With bingo and fun arcade games, it was absolutely awesome! Plus, the food was really good. I got their Mahi Tuna salad with a Shirley Temple. It all tasted really lovely and was a recommendation from our waitress who was really sweet! Thank you Firefly for the wonderful experience!

Decipher Brewing

One of the best brewery in charlosteville. I am a big fan of wheat beer. They have something called summer at the dreamhouse wheat beer absolutely amazing. Also, they have the Hefewezin. You can't go wrong with that.

Sultan Kebab

Interesting place. Food good but the staff (all of them) find their phone more interesting than the guests and sit around reading their phone in the restaurant. We were also being asked during the main course if we want dessert instead of waiting till we finished which was a first for us. Gave us the feeling we needed to leave instead of being welcome. Having spend a lot of time in Turkey I didnt feel the Turkish hospitality.Again good food just work on being more welcoming...

Ace Biscuit & Barbecue

My girlfriend and I arrived at 7:30pm on a Friday, just as the band was getting set up.The evening menu is not the full menu that's available until 2pm.The jerk chicken sandwich was a little too spicy for me, but I have a low tolerance for spice. The pulled pork on top of french fries was good.

Vu Noodles

It’s a very small place. I think there’s like three tables outside. Love love LOVE the atmosphere! They have a little fish pond too! Great place to eat if you’re vegan or going for a more healthy diet without having to sacrifice flavor lolol. The people who worked there were super polite! Definitely going back there :D

Trump Winery

We expected to be impressed with the facility, and we found it better than we had imagined. What really made this a destination we will return to often was/is the staff. So friendly, conversational and clearly enjoying their work. The wines compare with any in the region. Some are exceptional. The lunch menu is varied and has something for nearly anyone. Plan to stay a while, there's lots to see.

Thyme & Co

Stopped in for dinner on a Sat eve in July and was pleasantly surprised by how delicious and fresh the food was. We had the hummus, kafta flatbread, and chicken shawarma bowl with frekkeh and fatoush. The hummus was well seasoned with garlic, lemon and olive oil and the accompanying pita was hot out of the oven. The frekkeh had a wonderful hint of cinnamon, the chicken was moist but a little lackluster, the fattoush was fresh and very flavorful. The kaftas were made with fresh pita and the beef had great flavor. I would definitely eat here again. Note that while it was not very busy, there are only two large tables for shared seating and some stools along the windows. The restaurant runs warm given the large bread oven.

Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint Cville

Pretty cool, hole in the wall feel. Really cool atmosphere. Service at the bar was great. I got the Shocker burger, figured it probably wouldn’t live up to the spice meter like most American food… but it was actually great, really spicy. And relatively cheap too. I’m a fan of this place, would come back!

The Juice Laundry

Delicious smoothie bowls with awesome protein options. Definitely going here again. Also so many gluten free options (the entire store might be naturally gluten free). Very creative menu and create-your-own options too. The cold brew bowl was great and I got the cocoa added in plus chocolate maca protein powder 2x (that's 25 grams of plant-based protein)! I added in cacao nibs too. Lovely breakfast and atmosphere!

Potter's Craft Cider

Potter’s is absolute perfection every. single. time. Been going there since the grand opening (magical evening) and each time it’s a delight. The customer service is always fantastic; everyone I’ve interacted with has always been friendly and helpful. On they weekends they typically have food trucks and live music which only enhances the entire experience. Not to mention the grounds and beautifully restored stone church are the perfect setting to enjoy some of their wonderfully dry ciders. Check this place out…you won’t regret it.

Tonic

Really lovely patio with tons of seating and great character. We just shared the patio punch and a couple of apps but everything was delicious and the service was great.

Burger Bach

My daughter had the Southern Gent (minus pickled onions & mayo) and I had the East Coast. Both burgers were delicious! We each had fries (my daughter had wanted ranch, but they only have specialty sauces) plus a side of Mac & cheese which was very creamy. Our server was helpful and pleasant. We will be back!

Rockfish Brewing Company

We came in after a long day to get a to go beer. They had a few prepacked bottles, but most of the beers on tap were only available to go in growlers. We got a growler, and the beer was great. It was almost $30 including the growler deposit. The tap room itself didn't seem like somewhere I'd like to hang out (it was like a dark garage), but I would return for more to go beers.

Tavola

Italian fresh pasta and great atmosphere. We had drinks at the bar. We arrived at 5:30 without reservations, so had to take a seat at the bar which quickly filled up. I recommend reservations.

Möge Tee University of Virginia

I had been excited to visit. I was not disappointed. Every drink was made quickly. Staff was kind and helpful. The drinks were creamy and the boba was very fresh. I think the creme brulee was my favorite though. I wish I lived close by to keep going back. If you're driving through, you should give them a try!

Chandler's Bakery

Stopped by the bakery earlier today to look around a bit. Ended up getting a key lime tart and german chocolate cake. Both were pretty tasty, and for a good price!

Otto Turkish Street Food

Such fresh, high-quality ingredients! Casual, homey food, but exquisitely seasoned. I'll be returning here every week. A real blessing to Charlottesville.Vegetarian options: Delicious lentil soup!

Oriental Express

This restaurant is carry out only and you must call in your order. You cannot order in person or online. The service was very good but we felt like the food was just average.

Mel's Cafe

This place is awesome! Just went there a few minutes ago and wanted to leave a review right away. Food is great, prices are soooo good too! I'm used to dropping at least $20 per person eating out, even at fast food.Well at Mel's I just got a big bowl of homemade pinto beans, fresh cornbread and homemade sweet potato pie, all for $7.62. I'll be making this a regular stop whenever I come to Charlottesville!Vegetarian options: They have veggie burgers, fries and sides with no meat. I'm not sure about vegan or gluten-free options though.Kid-friendliness: It was fun for bae, they have paper menus so if you bring crayons or pens your kids can color.

El Jaripeo

Awesome eat in, wonderful staff and service. The only reason I’m not giving it five stars is it seems to go orders are not as fresh as in the past and the salsa is to hot for my taste and not enough cilantro. Eat in is always excellent. I always get the shrimp taco salad or the shrimp quesadilla. Thank u for your outstanding service.

Albemarle Baking Co

What a quiche-tastic experience at Albemarle Baking Company! ? Ordered two heavenly quiches for a teacher appreciation breakfast, and they were pure perfection. The staff's super accommodating attitude was the cherry on top, and they even let me snag the order before the roosters were up! Huge kudos to the team for their kindness and unwavering dedication to their baking magic. You've earned a permanent spot on my taste bud's honor roll. Keep whisking up the awesomeness, ABC! ??‍??‍?

Botanical Plant-Based Fare

Amazing plant based, tasty foods! Fast and friendly service. Really, an amazing experience.Vegetarian options: All options plant based/vegan.Dietary restrictions: Almost all dishes can be made without wheat.

Sombrero's Mexican Cuisine & Café

Food was great!! I had the nachos with grilled chicken and the chicken was so seasoned and tender! Great portions and value. Definitely a place to try again since there were so many options!

Greenberry's Coffee Co.

If you want to get delicious local coffee and light fare this is the place to go. They have an extensive drink menu and the staff is amazing. The sandwiches are delicious as well. Plenty of space to sit down and relax or you can your drink and a muffin to go. It's a great substitute for StarbucksKid-friendliness: Very welcoming to families

Villa Diner

It is very popular and long waits on the weekend. But, it is worth the wait. For a Diner, a diverse menu that is well prepared. Can't go wrong, so plan a visit. You will keep coming back!

Bluegrass Grill & Bakery

Wonderful people, delicious food and cozy ambience. I'm from LA and whenever I visit Charlottesville I make it a point to visit this place. Can't wait to come back.

Holly's Diner

Discovered Holly's last night with friends visiting from out-of-town. We live about a mile away and are very happy to have found this gem! Great food, tasty drinks, service was attentive. AC was struggling to keep up with the heat - but that was part of the charm - everyone was a tad hot inside but everyone was happy. Meatloaf was yummy; fish tacos to die for; chicken pot pie amazing. Can't wait to take more friends to Holly's!

Bowerbird Bakeshop

I'm not sure why there is not a line around the block for these cardamom rolls. We came Saturday around 9am and it was quiet. Everything was baked fresh and was delicious.On second thought, do not under any circumstances try the cardamom rolls. You will hate them. Phew! Crisis averted.

Lime Leaf

It's always a pleasure eating here and served by Claudia. Tom Yum soup delicious as always. Spicy beef salad excellent, and this visit I tried the drunken noodles with shrimp. The broadd noodles in this noodle dish are so good. Credit cards accepted.

Guadalajara

Excellent food, lots of flavor. Spicy salsas & sauces, freshly made in house. Best veggie fajitas we've ever had - you'll be asking what's in these veggies that make them so tasty !

Soul Food Joint

The fried chicken and sides are THE best southern food I’ve ever eaten.Not “some of the best.”THE best.Pulled pork was also excellent, spouse reports.Park in nearby parking garage. Reasonably priced.Sidewalk dining available and recommended since it’s right off the plaza.

Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers

The chicken was delicious but not so much the sauce. I don't know why they put a piece of Texas toast on there. It seemed out of place. Maybe it's because I'm not from Texas. The coleslaw was not good. And the fries which I do not normally order were thin crinkle-cut. The sweet tea was okay.

Chick-fil-A

I love Chick-fil-a haven't been there in a long time and decided to go their food is so delicious their service was great atmosphere was great very clean very friendly people I highly recommend them I will be going back againKid-friendliness: They have a cute little playroom for kids

Chick-fil-A

Didn't eat inside.Chicken was a little too brown& crispy, but still good. As always, employee's were polite, consistently give good customer service.

Jimmy John's

This Jimmy John's is always clean, quick, and friendly. We pickup here usually but eat in on occasion. You know what you're getting with Jimmy John's and this is no exception.

Jimmy John's

I worked for Door Dash . They are the one company that worked with the drivers. He wait if any in short. They treat you great. I had only picked up orders here. Idk about the other JJ. And the food smelled great.

Citizen Burger Bar

We always like eating here. The fancy burgers are very large and very tasty. I had the house salad with grilled chicken this time and it was really good. We also enjoyed a couple grilled cheeses and an Executive Burger. We left with full bellies and my wallet intact.

Chick-fil-A

Food was good and hot. Service was quick even though the were really busy. They do an outstanding job getting everyone's orders out to them in a timely manner. Great customer service.

Arby's

Great sandwiches and apps for a reasonable price. Also have a decent value menu as well. The guy running the drive thru did a great job last time I went. Very enthusiastic and made sure my order was fresh and correct.Parking: Tons of parking available

Dairy Queen Grill & Chill - Charlottesville

1. it was clean2. they did not screw up my food. I can't even get a cheese burger from McDonald's, without them franking it up...literally the easiest thing to make.3. The food was pretty darned good.We come here quite a bit, drive thru only and ice cream or blizzard only and today was our first time going in to eat, in about 4 years. The remodel looks great.

Arby's

It's an Arby's; they're all slow and understaffed. Order ahead of time online, so you don't have to wait a century for your meal. This one is consistent with portion sizes and quality. This is one the better fast-food options close to Grounds.

Cook Out

I really like this location because they are the only restaurant open that late. Their food is always fast and consistent. And their milkshakes are to-die-for they have a huge selection of flavors.

Taco Bell

I ordered on the mobile app. I picked up in the drive-through. The staff was very friendly and upbeat! I have any new food yet, but I was very pleased with how they handled my order

Potbelly

I was waiting on my train down from here and decided to go get a drink and maybe some food. Came in and got me a drink and the guy working said we closing at 3 is that fine. I was good with that!! The drink was fare

Taco Bell

Seems to be hit or miss on getting the nacho cheese filled. Been getting about a quarter or so lately and that feels like a corporate sticking point. The staff are polite and great though.

Moose's By The Creek

Been wanting to eat here, seeing all the great reviews. I'm almost never in this area at lunch time and never breakfast time, but we were taking our van for exhaust work at a nearby recommended equally old school shop.Had almost no idea what to expect. As others have written, this is one of those real-deal old-school diners...sort of. A somewhat disjointed interior and you'll probably smell a little bit like the kitchen when you leave.I wish I had taken a picture of the menu to share because they dont have an online presence other than Facebook and I didn't see a lot there either...or a menu. This place is open for breakfast and lunch only. They close at 3PM. The menu is typical breakfast fare they serve all day and they have burgers and sandwiches and a handful of salads. No real platters except for some of the breakfast selections looked "plattery". We were here for lunch at about 1:30. At this time on a Thursday the service was excellent.My wife had their basic burger, first one on the menu. It wasnt bad. The most impressive thing was a big super-red slice of what looked like a homegrown or Hanover tomato. In a world of waxy looking half-ripe hot-house tomatoes, this stood out. The burger was cooked perfectly with just a hint of pink remaining, but she said there was no salt and pepper on the burger and was overall just a somewhat bland burger. Not bad but nothing to rave about.She also said the onion rings were OK and they didn't seem to have been salted right out of the fryer. She doesn't use ketchup on onion rings so she really tastes the actual onion rings. Again, not bad, but nothing to rave about.I had the biscuits and gravy but wish I hadn't. Not that they were bad, it was just such a huge pile of carbs! The biscuits are good and beautiful and fluffy. I'll be they would make a heck of a breakfast sandwich.I had the creamed chipped beef gravy. The gravy was pretty basic, not bad, had some tang so I'm guessing buttermilk. It was woefully shy on chipped beef. I could see some flakes in there but couldn't taste it. I was quickly wishing I had chosen that BLT grilled cheese I had been eyeballing, but I did eat the whole plate of biscuits and gravy! It was good enough to finish it all.If you are in this area and hungry, this is a great place to stop and get a bite. The prices are very reasonable. We had those two plates and brought home two pieces of cake and our bill was only $23 not including tax and tip.I wouldn't consider this to be a "destination" restaurant to drive out of the way to go to, and we wont likely be back. Not because we had a bad experience, we are just seldom in this area at breakfast and lunch time. This is a hole in the wall away from most of Charlottesville and if we drive to town just for a meal we are usually looking for something a step up from Moose's...and usually pay for it!

Pearl Island Cafe & Catering

The folks here are always helpful and enjoyable. The food is consistently great.The meat platters are all very good, my recommendation would be to go on a Friday to get the ox tail, you won't regret it!(I haven't had the tofu dishes in full, but one customer spoke highly of it and suggest I try a sample. The jerked tofu was delicious.)The pikliz is spicy and aioli is yum! Don't feel guilty if you can't finish the servings in one meal. The leftover are great the next day (and enough food for maybe the day after)Vegetarian options: Vegetarian customer in while I was getting food commented she eats there once a week. Great, flavorful options for vegetarians.

Roots Natural Kitchen

Got a few bowls here and really enjoyed them. You can substitute an ingredient, such as spinach for kale, without a problem. It's tasty, healthy food at an affordable price with quick service. That's a good formula, and Roots adds to the quality of life in Cville.

Tacos Gomez

They served me some pretty good Mexican food. Lots of flies around the food truck though. Service was nothing to complain about. Overall I reccomend eating some of their Mexican food here. Very good.

Atlas Coffee

What a great neighborhood spot! Excellent coffee and baked goods, super-friendly people, nice patio. Great place to bring the kids for a treat or the dogs for a little outing.

Bodo's Bagels

Bodo's bagels is a must stop, for me every time I visit Charlottesville, they have the Best fresh made Bagels in Virginia, Brakfast and lunch Bagels with a wide selections of meats and spreads, always busy but the line moves fast, reasonable prices too

Fabio's NY Pizza

I can't express how amazing the Philly cheesesteak lunch combo is. Fresh hot and delicious weather you get delivery or carryout. Best in virigina hands down. ✋️

Korner Restaurant & Catering

This quickly became my favorite spot in Charlottesville. After having Dr's Appointments at UVA for a complicated pregnancy we stumbled upon this little joint. We came back a second time after having our son, and the entire staff remembered us immediately and asked about the baby. We've been visiting ever since and make sure to bring the baby for smiles. They comforted us when he was in the NICU, and they really didn't know us from Adam. They just made us feel like family from the get go. Eventhough we only come every 3 months or so, they know exactly who we are. The food is absolutely amazing on top of it, but with how friendly and lovable the staff is, they could serve me a peanut butter and jelly and I'd come back paying whatever they wanted for it.Kid-friendliness: We've only brought one with us, but they tell us to bring all of ours with us everytime we come in. They followed us through our pregnancy, NICU stay, and now through our first year.Parking: It's a small lite joint, but we've never had an issue getting a parking spot.

Baggby's Gourmet Sandwiches

We don't get downtown often but, when we do their California sandwich on multigrain with low fat mayonaise and a pickle spear is full of fresh, crispy vegetables. It is ready in no time and we are on our way.Next time I will tell them to hold the cookies!Vegetarian options: Tell them to hold the cookies or you will find two 2" chocolate chip cookies in the take-out bag when you get home!

Marco & Luca Dumplings

We on a whim stopped in to try some dumplings while visiting Charlottesville for a recent bach trip. These dumplings were so good! Also reasonably priced. Definitely stop in and try the pork dumplings if you get a chance!

Cou Cou Rachou

A nice breakfast place with delicious food and coffee and friendly staff. The ambience is wonderful. Weekend mornings are busier than usual, so be prepared to wait for a table. But totally worth it. Would love to go back.

Vision BBQ & Catering

I was expecting to have average BBQ but it turned out to be the best I’ve ever had. Every item on the menu is beyond tasty and they have an assortment of sauces from all the big BBQ. The leftovers taste just as good as fresh, it’s the perfect drunk food.

Vita Nova New York Style Pizza & Restaurant

Fantastic pizzeria with variety of pizza choices. The crust was perfectly crispy, and the toppings were flavorful. The cozy ambiance and friendly staff makes the place even more enjoyable. If you're a pizza lover, this place is an absolute must-visit!

Twisted Branch Tea Bazaar

If Charlottesville ever loses this gem of an establishment I'm leaving for good. This place transports me to the far east as soon as a pass the threshold downstairs and take my first breath. The scents carry you upstairs your greeted by Ganesha half way up and .... I'll let you find out the rest. Go take your love ones for a pot of tea, enjoy some hookah in the back room or out on the patio. And not too worry there's a front hookah free room with plenty of comfortable nooks to unwind and be you. Truly devine.

Iron Paffles & Coffee

Food is unique and delicious. Quality ingredients and food made well despite being busy. Very gluten free / celiac safe. Everything we had was good except the mac and cheese as a side isn't great. Works better as a filling with the chicken on the paffle.Menu board is confusing and hard to understand. Order by kiosk is user friendly but there's only one so you can wait for a bit to get to the kiosk when busy. Kids menu is clever and straightforward.Very small space so when busy it can be hard to find space to wait for your order. Music was loud and distracting especially when trying to communicate with staff or figure out the menu or talk with your companions.Staff was very helpful and friendly.Kid-friendliness: Has a clever children's menu with good variety and that understands and addresses the challenge parents sometimes face in trying to order for children.Dietary restrictions: Very celiac safe and most dishes can be made gluten free. Gluten free orders prepared in separate space from other food and packaged separately from other food. Order kiosk makes it easy to order gluten free options. Staff seem very knowledgeable about celiac safe food preparation.

Daily Grind C-Ville

Me and my wife went today around 2pm we where greeted as soon as we walked in. Prices are affordable and both the Pina colada and Root beer float were amazing. Definitely going back again.

Greenberry's Coffee Co.

If you want to get delicious local coffee and light fare this is the place to go. They have an extensive drink menu and the staff is amazing. The sandwiches are delicious as well. Plenty of space to sit down and relax or you can your drink and a muffin to go. It's a great substitute for StarbucksKid-friendliness: Very welcoming to families

Atlas Coffee

What a great neighborhood spot! Excellent coffee and baked goods, super-friendly people, nice patio. Great place to bring the kids for a treat or the dogs for a little outing.

Starbucks

The service was good but I don't understand why some tables couldn't be out for customers. There is plenty of space to accommodate social distancing. I would have preferred to sit for a minute with my drink and relax after hours of shopping.

Starbucks

This is a solid neighborhood Starbucks. The baristas are kind, the service is quick and the coffee is consistent. With other coffee shops in town, you can't say its amazing coffee, but they have a consistent product across the board.Parking: There is ample parking, but can be frustrating to get out due to the road organization.

Lone Light Coffee

Great little coffee and pie shop. Stopped in on a cold day and got a latte and a snack. Highly recommend for walking around in downtown Charlottesville for anyone to stop in and have some delicious pie and coffee

Kindness Cafe + Play

Nice new sun shaded patio area and open interior cafe space. Indeed a kind place to enjoy a good cup of Joe. Snack items somewhat small, could be beefed up but tasty. A lot too families and healthy folk as located inside the cville YMCA which is impressive.

Shenandoah Joe Coffee Roasters

The coffee is delicious, the atmosphere is really nice, and the people taking orders are really kind and helpful. I wish I could give them 5 stars but I’ve been here three times and twice now the lady making the drinks has been so unnecessarily rude. I thought maybe it was just me but then a friend happened to mention that the lady making the drinks at this location is known for being rude to people. So unfortunate. Overall, if you can look past that one lady, this is a great place to grab a cup of coffee with friends :)

Grit Coffee, Stonefield

Grit Coffee Roaster in Charlottesville is a hidden espresso gem in central Virginia. The quality of their espresso is great and hard to find elsewhere. The staff is exceptionally attentive, ensuring a delightful coffee experience. The espresso shot was excellent, and the latte texture was spot on. Highly recommended for coffee aficionados seeking top-notch espresso.

C'Ville Coffee

This coffee shop has everything you'd want. Excellent food, great drinks, and a very peaceful atmosphere. I grew up going here as a kid and now as an adult I have a new found appreciation for this very special store. My friends from outside of charlottesville always enjoy coming here!

Shenandoah Joe Ivy

This Joe's store is great. Morgan is a fantastic batista. It is a very welcoming shop. As with Shenandoah Joe's at Preston, this too has a great atmosphere.

The Workshop

What a hidden gem. Hands down the best iced coffee I have ever had. Unlike other shops, the iced coffee actually had flavor and lots of it. It didn't taste watered down or weak. The staff was excellent, I felt like a regular right away. The wine selection is extensive and has a personal touch to it. I will be making it a habit of stopping by anytime I am in town.

Milli Coffee Roasters

One of the best coffee shops in the state of Virginia. We do a lot of traveling and we go to coffee shops along the way. This one is differently highly recommended.

SK Coffee & CO

SK Coffee & CO is UVA Corner's newest addition, and it is not to be missed! The inside is super cutely decorated, and there is plenty of indoor and outdoor seat. The iced caramel macchiato was very well balanced, but with full sugar may be on the sweeter side (I would recommend getting it with less sugar). The menu has a great variety of coffee, tea, sandwiches, pastries, and smoothies. The prices are very reasonable, especially the smoothies. I got the Italian panini, which was pretty solid. My only complaint is that the lettuce got a little soggy/slimy when the sandwich was pressed. This is a great spot for a quick bite or caffeine boost on the UVA corner!

Mudhouse Coffee 10th Street

Amazing espresso drinks here - ended up coming multiple times the weekend I stayed recently because they were that good. Well pulled, not bitter, not overly sweet (tried a few of their lattes). Will be back

Villa Diner

It is very popular and long waits on the weekend. But, it is worth the wait. For a Diner, a diverse menu that is well prepared. Can't go wrong, so plan a visit. You will keep coming back!

Bluegrass Grill & Bakery

Wonderful people, delicious food and cozy ambience. I'm from LA and whenever I visit Charlottesville I make it a point to visit this place. Can't wait to come back.

First Watch

Overall, just stop by this place and see for yourself. Pros and cons are listed below.Pros: Amazing food, the entire family enjoyed all their meals in every aspect. Waitress was super nice and very respectful. The seating and decor was clean and unique, and we sat outside where it was still enjoyable.Cons: We had to wait 20 minutes for our food.Neutral: Place was so busy we had to sit outside or wait a while. (This shows how good they are)Parking: There was a lot of open spots, but it’s along a strip of other stores making it dependent on how busy it is. You might have to park a little bit away, but it’s not bad at all.

Waffle House

Traveling through from West Virginia to Busch Gardens, our family of 5 was treated with smiles and very personal attention. Our waitress and cooks were top notch, attentive, smiling, happy and food with cooked to perfection. Highly recommend this location if you are traveling.

IHOP

We were blessed with the most delightful server and staff this morning. Our first time at this location, and we could not have asked for a more pleasurable experience. The smiles, delightful attitudes and service, despite how short staffed they were, were remarkable. The food was hot and enjoyable. They were moving seamlessly between tables taking orders, delivering food, and bussing the tables. We voiced our pleasure with their hard work and to see the smile and appreciation light up on our servers face, was well worth the stop. These few people are running that restaurant like a machine. They should be well rewarded for what they do. I would highly recommend stopping by, if just to say hello, and let them know they are gems.

SK Coffee & CO

SK Coffee & CO is UVA Corner's newest addition, and it is not to be missed! The inside is super cutely decorated, and there is plenty of indoor and outdoor seat. The iced caramel macchiato was very well balanced, but with full sugar may be on the sweeter side (I would recommend getting it with less sugar). The menu has a great variety of coffee, tea, sandwiches, pastries, and smoothies. The prices are very reasonable, especially the smoothies. I got the Italian panini, which was pretty solid. My only complaint is that the lettuce got a little soggy/slimy when the sandwich was pressed. This is a great spot for a quick bite or caffeine boost on the UVA corner!

Son D’licias Snacks

(Translated by Google) We bought crepes & a minute, the truth is that the flavor of the minute was heavenly (????) the crepe is not to be said ... I had always seen them in photos but had not tried them but they are 10/10❤️???????????????????????? They were The two at the front were very kind to tell me that they had my order(Original)Compramos crepas & una minuta , la verdad el sabor de la minuta fue celestial (????) la crepa ni se diga ... Siempre las había visto en fotos pero no las había probado pero están 10/10❤️???????????????????????? Fueron muy amables los dos al frente para decirme que llevaba mi orden

Super Mega Dilla

Very good for an online-only, virtual kitchen! The fiery fajita quesadilla was loaded with cheese and veggies and cooked with a nice crispy finish. I usually don't have french fries with my quesadilla, but they were also made well. I have ordered from here several times and was satisfied every time!

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