New American Restaurants in Charlottesville, VA

“We have been celebrating my daughter’s living anniversary at Ivy Inn for the past 3 years. Food is exceptional and wait service is golden.“

“Chef Yoder is incredibly talented. Unexpected food combinations that blew us away. Amazing wait staff and don’t skip the beverage pairing! Highly educated sommeliers on staff! It was just dinner, it was an experience that I haven’t stopped talking about weeks later!“

“Today (June 28, 2026), I ordered biscuits and sausage gravy with two scrambled eggs from the brunch menu. The gravy and biscuits were delicious as well as the eggs (really how can you mess up scrambled eggs?). I ate half of the meal bringing the other half home for a later meal. The wait staff was friendly and helpful, and the restaurant was clean. The music was not loud nor were conversations from other patrons. I recommend this restaurant for good food and pleasant atmosphere.“

“We had an amazing dinner with friends. Highly recommend this restaurant.“

“We had an absolutely incredible dining experience at Zocalo. The presentation and quality of the food were exquisite. We started with the gazpacho, a deliciously complex blend of flavors. The scallops were perfectly seared, the octopus delightfully tender, and the salmon expertly seasoned and cooked to perfection. My personal favorite was the passion fruit dessert. The staff were kind and extremely attentive, and Chef Will even came out to greet us and inquire about our meal. I can't say enough great things about this restaurant. You won't be disappointed by a visit to Zocalo. It is now, hands down, one of my favorite restaurants I’ve ever been to!“

“Great food and atmosphere!“

“Service excellence. Perfect setting. Fantastic food. Everything was great“

“No comments about the food, but, if you reserve a table you better double check. Yesterday was the second occasion when I had reserved a table for a special event and when I showed up on time I was told they were so busy and therefore had no table available. Not good business!“

“A bit pricey, but a nice place to sit down and have a quick bite to eat. Service was fast!
Caution ! Some seating is next to floor vents, and if the AC is on (summer), you may get cold. My wife and I switched places because she would not be able to deal with it. I had no issues.
Food was delicious. My palette didn't know at first was to make of my sandwich... the flavors were dynamic and explosive. The homemade chips were delicious 😋!!
Coffee was absolutely plentiful and delightful. Not a small cup!“

“Performed with Soundnation Band of the Washington Talent Agency, and the hospitality was simply amazing“

“My favorite restaurant!! Great food, wonderful service.“

“So grateful for Wool Factory as a co-working space in Charlottesville! The aesthetic is great. They provide indoor / outdoor seating with outlets, and their staff is always friendly. The location is especially cool, both historic and settled in nature with a hiking trail accessible via the property ! Grab a hot beverage, a breakfast sandwich, and enjoy Cville's best hidden gem for co-working, journaling, meeting a friend! If you're working right up until 5 pm when the cafe closes, grab some dinner or have a work meeting at Broadcloth fine dining restaurant, just steps away from the cafe and co-working space. p.s. I love leaving with a bottle of locally made sweet vermouth or locally made cider. Thanks Wool Factory for all you do!“

“Excellent variety of beer, ciders, seltzers from local breweries. The food was awesome too!“

“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!!“

“Rotating craft beer selections daily.“

“We had a wonderful experience at Tastings of Charlottesville’s wine dinner on 2/24, as a belated Valentine’s Day celebration. The evening focused on wines from Burgundy — specifically Côtes de Beaune and Pommard — and featured producer Domaine Rougeot.

We really love learning about wine (especially when it comes to pairing it with food) and we value educational experiences that are both insightful and free of pretension. We know that’s a delicate balance to strike, and Tastings absolutely hit the mark! 👏

The evening started with some Catsmo smoked salmon canapés, paired with one of the best traditional-method sparklings I’ve had: Vitteaut-Alberti Crémant de Bourgogne Brut Blanc de Blancs. Trust me when I say you need to get a bottle!

The first picture showcases the flight of White Burgundies with a really delicious and cozy coq au vin. Our favorite wine was the third, Domaine Rougeot’s 2022 Saint-Romain “La Combe Bazin.” The nose alone was one of the most gorgeous I’ve experienced in quite some time — truly a stunning bouquet.

The second picture is of the flight of Pinot Noirs. With the reds, we enjoyed a lovely petite tenderloin and “Ma’s Scalloped Potatoes.” Of the second flight, our favorite wine was again the third. This time, it was Domaine Rougeot’s 2022 Pommard “Clos des Roses,” a natural, organic Pinot Noir from a walled monopole vineyard.

The evening concluded with a thoughtfully-curated cheese plate, Deb’s cookie of the week (a yummy oatmeal raisin), and a delightful taste of 2016 Bouchard Père & Fils Pommard.

We *thoroughly* enjoyed ourselves! The food, wine, and company were excellent. We can’t wait to visit Tastings for another wine dinner in the future! 🥂🍷“

“My company has a weekly, company-paid lunch from the restaurants around town and we finally got it together enough to order from Rev Soup (we often have, but have recently grown to be big enough that planning with enough time to put in the order has become a bit more challenging). So this week, we ordered, I went to pick up, everything was great, and then I turned to leave with the order and TOOK OUT the top case of red wine stacked for display. Fortunately, there were only two bottles in that box and no one was in the splash zone. I stood there, stunned, as Nikki and the staff immediately sprang into cleanup action. I (of course) offered to cover the cost of the busted bottles, but was rebuffed. Nikki was just so kind (especially given my ridiculous lack of self awareness with a large order in my arms and it’s consequences, and therefore totally my fault). Of course, the food was excellent and exactly what everyone at work had hoped. Everyone should go forth and have Revolutionary Soup often, but watch out for the wine (or watch out for me anywhere near the wine)!!“

“Great food, affordable drinks friendly staff.“

“Awesome staff and food. Can’t wait to come back.“

“We had dinner on Sunday night. We did not know in advance but Sunday is “Prime Rib” night. We started sharing Shrimp Tempura. Excellent! Followed with a Wedge Salad. Good, not much you can do to elevate a wedge salad. We both had Prime Rib and a side of mushrooms. Whipped potato’s, carrots, and Yorkshire pudding were accompaniments for the Prime Rib. The side of mushrooms was the perfect enhancement. Finished with the Chocolate Tort for the wife and a simple scoop of ice cream for me. An excellent dinner. Far above expectations!“

“We had the best experience at Aberdeen Barn. The Oysters, Filet Minion and NY Strip steak was cooked to perfection! I have never had a steak that was cooked perfectly to what I ordered. The waiter Mike was outstanding. He was attentive to us and he anticipated our needs before we knew what we may have wanted. The entire staff was attentive to our needs so we had no wants. I would highly recommend this 5 Star restaurant for the wonderful staff and delicious food!“

“We have dined at many Charlottesville restaurants over the years, but always come back to our favorite casual dining place, The Local. Great food, service and beverages. It’s like a fun family get together!“

“After a long drive from NJ to VA it was great to have a relaxing dinner. I had the Root Burger; it was delicious. My husband devoured the fish & chips and my daughter was very pleased that grilled cheese was offered on the kids menu. Kudos to our server Wendy M. who was very professional, attentive, and kind.“

“We stumbled across Lost Saint and are so glad we did. It has a cozy, intimate atmosphere that makes it the perfect place for a date night. The lighting, music, and overall vibe create a space where you can relax, have a great conversation, and enjoy an amazing cocktail.
Speaking of cocktails...do yourself a favor and order the Espresso Martini. It was absolutely delicious and one of the best I've had.
The service was friendly and attentive, and the entire experience felt welcoming without being pretentious. If you're looking for a place that's a little different with incredible drinks and a great atmosphere, Lost Saint is definitely worth a visit.“