Restaurants in Charlottesville
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Best Restaurants
“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!!!”
“Jacob, Fairie, and I went to Smyrna tonight and it was exceptional. Our server, David was welcoming, attentive, and down to earth. He knows a good bit about Cville music history which was a plus for us! Orhun is also a music lover and is the reason we had to check out this amazing spot. His and the team’s hospitality is top of the line. Everything we had was great and full of flavor that would include the Meze Trio, the Charred Octopus , the Market Greens and even the carrots were outstanding. Don’t sleep on this gem, Cville.”
“This place is a must visit if you enjoy Korean food or if you are new to it and would like to try it for the first time. Excellent service provided by an amazing staff. The food is absolutely delicious! The kimchi is the best I’ve had and the menu is varied to please everyone’s taste. I definitely recommend Bulpan for an excellent meal and experience.”
“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!”
“Selvedge has been one of my favorite places in the Charlottesville area. The location is perfect for a nice escape from the college town vibes. Menu and beer selection is great! My favorites are the smashburger, hotdog, wings, mac n cheese, and the kale salad! Rick and the rest of the staff are friendly and simply awesome!! Oh - don’t forget to try the popsicles!! AAA+++ 👍👍”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“I’m usually a fan of moge tea and this location was no exception. They had lots of fun holiday drinks and happy hour deals for mochi donuts. Spacious interior with lots of seating”
“I'm a huge fan of Oaxacan cuisine and CONMOLE did not disappoint! The mole guajillo with pork ribs was excellent. My only suggestion would be: if mole is the pride and namesake of the restaurant and serving as a gateway into tasting more of Oaxaca, why isn't mole even more of a star? What is mole, what makes it so complex, and why is it so special to Oaxaca? I know how much work it must take to make your mole pastes - I think there's even more of an opportunity here to share and show off. Could you offer an appetizer tasting flight of your house moles, maybe with some warm tortillas and a quick run-through by the waiter of the key ingredients of each/what they are tradionally served with? I would have ordered that in a heartbeat. Hopefully next time I'm in town, I can try your delicious barbacoa. Thank you so much!”
Restaurants with Delivery
“Jacob, Fairie, and I went to Smyrna tonight and it was exceptional. Our server, David was welcoming, attentive, and down to earth. He knows a good bit about Cville music history which was a plus for us! Orhun is also a music lover and is the reason we had to check out this amazing spot. His and the team’s hospitality is top of the line. Everything we had was great and full of flavor that would include the Meze Trio, the Charred Octopus , the Market Greens and even the carrots were outstanding. Don’t sleep on this gem, Cville.”
“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!”
“Clean. Fresh. Friendly. Try the Shrimp! 🍤 and Brisket! Both are delicious.
If you want a small bowl to try a taste, you can get one for only $6.95!
I got:
White rice, shrimp, regular queso, cilantro, mild corn salsa, salsa verde(green salsa), pico (mild tomato salsa), guacamole, chili creme salsa (kind of a creamy orange color)
It was a good flavor balance.
Vegetarian options: I love that this restaurant offers fresh cilantro as a topping and so many sauce/salsa options!
Veggies on the bar: black beans, pinto beans, Fajitas, regular queso and spicy queso, lettuce, pico, tomatillo salsa, mild corn salsa, chili creme salsa, (cilantro), guacamole, hot salsa, Parmesan cheeses, pickled onions, sliced jalapeños, tortilla chip strips, spicy ranch, and a few more.
•You can get toppings on a flour tortilla burrito 🌯 or a bowl of rice 🍚 or a salad 🥗 or a quesadilla, nachos.
Dietary restrictions: Everything is super clean, always being wiped down, & guards against cross-contamination.
The staff offered to change their gloves between making my spicy burrito and my mom's mild bowl.
Some hot salsa got on her gloves and my mom does not like spicy food.
I appreciated that because it is that level of thoughtfulness and respect that you do not always find at every restaurant you go to.
They have two different rice options: white rice with lime and cilantro and brown Spanish-style rice
Parking: Parking on the strip in front of the rest as well as additional parking in front of BJ's restaurant.
Kid-friendliness: High chairs available.
You can get salsas and queso's and different "new" ingredients on the side, so they can be tried for flavor and spice level without ruining the entire entree.
Wheelchair accessibility: Decent amount of distance between indoor and outdoor tables.
Space at round tables to have a wheelchair ♿️ between the curved bench seating.
Exterior entry and exit
Ramp from parking lot at the front door.”
“Selvedge has been one of my favorite places in the Charlottesville area. The location is perfect for a nice escape from the college town vibes. Menu and beer selection is great! My favorites are the smashburger, hotdog, wings, mac n cheese, and the kale salad! Rick and the rest of the staff are friendly and simply awesome!! Oh - don’t forget to try the popsicles!! AAA+++ 👍👍”
“Sono stata in questo caffè molte volte e spero di poter tornare ancora. Qui è possibile gustare un ottimo cappuccino e dolci squisiti. Più di una volta ho pensato che il cappuccino fosse addirittura migliore di quello che servono in Italia. Personale attento e molto, molto cortese. Bravissimi!!!”
“This store is so clean. I love their cookies. The cookies are beautiful. The only reason I didn’t put five stars is because they are about 15 minutes away from my house and I specifically went to get cheesecake without knowing that the cookies change every week. I tend to fall in love with particular treats and if it leaves me, I will be sad. Don’t get my taste buds ready for something new every time y’all are too far away for that. But I guess the app can help me now I can see what they have and don’t have. It’s not even their fault my knowledge based on their Company wasn’t Up to par. But I know for next time because there’s definitely gonna be a next time”
“I'm a huge fan of Oaxacan cuisine and CONMOLE did not disappoint! The mole guajillo with pork ribs was excellent. My only suggestion would be: if mole is the pride and namesake of the restaurant and serving as a gateway into tasting more of Oaxaca, why isn't mole even more of a star? What is mole, what makes it so complex, and why is it so special to Oaxaca? I know how much work it must take to make your mole pastes - I think there's even more of an opportunity here to share and show off. Could you offer an appetizer tasting flight of your house moles, maybe with some warm tortillas and a quick run-through by the waiter of the key ingredients of each/what they are tradionally served with? I would have ordered that in a heartbeat. Hopefully next time I'm in town, I can try your delicious barbacoa. Thank you so much!”
“We have lived in Charlottesville for 7 years. While we have only eaten at Petit Pois 4 times, it was the first restaurant we at at when we came up to initially look for places to live and it was the most recent place we have dine out, last night for NYE. It is small and cramped. They can't do anything about that. The service has always been top notch, warm, hospitable, engaging and friendly without being over the top. While nothing we have ever eaten there has been memorable; that isn't a slight. Everything has always been good and of the value that we have paid. A place like this with its' price point need to make good food that is better than what I can do at home and better than a chain or corporate "faux" bistro. Along with the good food and the exceptional service they always hit the mark. Last night was the 2nd time we have come in for a New Years Eve meal. We live within walking distance to the downtown mall and we aren't party animals so we typically don't make NYE reservations and just walk down to the strip and see if we can saddle up at a bar somewhere. Last week my fiancee mentioned that this year she would like to make reservations and go out. I searched everywhere in Charlottesville and the surrounding area and all reservations were booked up. Bummer. So, we decided to do our regular routine, put on decent clothes and walk and see if we could slide in somewhere----our first choice as Petit Pois. We go there and talked to the host to see if there was anything possible available, knowing the probability was low and we were OK with that. The host checked, talked to his folks, came out and showed us to a table. Yes, it was small and it was cramped but THEY MADE IT HAPPEN FOR US. Everything was what we expected. The food was good, the service as great, and the price was reasonable, and we had a nice meal and got home in time to watch the ball drop. Thanks Petit Pois. We will see you next New Years.”
“We had an amazing dinner with friends. Highly recommend this restaurant.”
“We have lived in Charlottesville for 7 years. While we have only eaten at Petit Pois 4 times, it was the first restaurant we at at when we came up to initially look for places to live and it was the most recent place we have dine out, last night for NYE. It is small and cramped. They can't do anything about that. The service has always been top notch, warm, hospitable, engaging and friendly without being over the top. While nothing we have ever eaten there has been memorable; that isn't a slight. Everything has always been good and of the value that we have paid. A place like this with its' price point need to make good food that is better than what I can do at home and better than a chain or corporate "faux" bistro. Along with the good food and the exceptional service they always hit the mark. Last night was the 2nd time we have come in for a New Years Eve meal. We live within walking distance to the downtown mall and we aren't party animals so we typically don't make NYE reservations and just walk down to the strip and see if we can saddle up at a bar somewhere. Last week my fiancee mentioned that this year she would like to make reservations and go out. I searched everywhere in Charlottesville and the surrounding area and all reservations were booked up. Bummer. So, we decided to do our regular routine, put on decent clothes and walk and see if we could slide in somewhere----our first choice as Petit Pois. We go there and talked to the host to see if there was anything possible available, knowing the probability was low and we were OK with that. The host checked, talked to his folks, came out and showed us to a table. Yes, it was small and it was cramped but THEY MADE IT HAPPEN FOR US. Everything was what we expected. The food was good, the service as great, and the price was reasonable, and we had a nice meal and got home in time to watch the ball drop. Thanks Petit Pois. We will see you next New Years.”
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“This place is a must visit if you enjoy Korean food or if you are new to it and would like to try it for the first time. Excellent service provided by an amazing staff. The food is absolutely delicious! The kimchi is the best I’ve had and the menu is varied to please everyone’s taste. I definitely recommend Bulpan for an excellent meal and experience.”
“Incredible! Everyone loved their food. We had the whole tilapia (my husband finished it and said it was the best he’s had), a ribeye, the chicken breast, and half rack of lamb. Everything was delicious! We also had guacamole and arepita chips with white cheese. A perfect starter! I also got lemonade and it was some of the best lemonade I’ve ever had! Go eat here ASAP!”
“What an incredible little restaurant. I still can’t believe we happened across it! My boyfriend and I live in DC and eat out quite frequently, and Tavola topped some Michelin star restaurants we’ve tried. We were blown away by the kindness and knowledge of the sommelier and staff, the generosity and talent of the kitchen, and the overall atmosphere and ambiance. Every dish was on point, every service mark was hit, and I could write paragraphs about the wine recommendations. I would rate it more than five stars if I could. Huge thank you to Clay, Caleb, Kendall and everyone else we met for making our night so memorable. If you’re thinking about opening another location I vote DC!”
“Highly recommend this restaurant! The house salad was the best salad I’d ever had. The cocktails are wonderful; the tender even accommodated my special request. The entrees were sumptuous; we got the Italian sausage pasta and the salmon. We travel through Charlottesville twice a year and dine here on our way up and back each year. It’s my favorite part of our trip. Service is excellent.”
“My wife and I had an amazing dining experience at Maya! The food was absolutely delicious and the presentation was impeccable. The staff was very attentive and friendly, making us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. The ambiance was perfect, creating a delightful atmosphere for a very memorable meal. I can't wait to return and savor their fantastic cuisine once again. This restaurant is a must in Charlottesville. Highly recommended!”
“Highly recommend this restaurant! The house salad was the best salad I’d ever had. The cocktails are wonderful; the tender even accommodated my special request. The entrees were sumptuous; we got the Italian sausage pasta and the salmon. We travel through Charlottesville twice a year and dine here on our way up and back each year. It’s my favorite part of our trip. Service is excellent.”
“We are repeat customers. The food is always great with innovative twists on southern comfort food. The friendliest staff in Cville.”
“What an incredible little restaurant. I still can’t believe we happened across it! My boyfriend and I live in DC and eat out quite frequently, and Tavola topped some Michelin star restaurants we’ve tried. We were blown away by the kindness and knowledge of the sommelier and staff, the generosity and talent of the kitchen, and the overall atmosphere and ambiance. Every dish was on point, every service mark was hit, and I could write paragraphs about the wine recommendations. I would rate it more than five stars if I could. Huge thank you to Clay, Caleb, Kendall and everyone else we met for making our night so memorable. If you’re thinking about opening another location I vote DC!”
24 Hour Restaurants
“I did take out, I loved their burritos, chicken, white rice, black beans, cream? sour cream? I don't know but I would ask for buffalo sauce too. Gosh, they were so delicious! I would love to have one again, but I don't work up that way anymore and I don't know if they have regained there total menu since the pandemic. But next time I am up that way I am going to check in and see!”
“My wife and I had an amazing dining experience at Maya! The food was absolutely delicious and the presentation was impeccable. The staff was very attentive and friendly, making us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. The ambiance was perfect, creating a delightful atmosphere for a very memorable meal. I can't wait to return and savor their fantastic cuisine once again. This restaurant is a must in Charlottesville. Highly recommended!”
“Food and service were both great! We had a wonderful anniversary dinner tonight. Our waitress, Jillian, was awesome and very attentive!”
“STH offers a dependable menu of steaks, sandwiches, salads, and burgers. We recently went hoping for brunch, but since it’s not offered on Saturdays, we ordered from the lunch menu (the strawberry beet salad looked especially tempting). The dessert list sticks with classics like apple tart, brownie sundae, and cheesecake; we tried the chocolate cake, which was satisfying. Overall, this is a good choice for anyone who wants familiar, well-prepared American standards.”
Takeout Restaurants
“Food Review: Royalty Eats Catering – A Soulful Delight at Our Block Party We had the absolute pleasure of working with Royalty Eats for our recent block party, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. From start to finish, the service was nothing short of exceptional. Nakesha and her team went above and beyond. They worked with us to create a customized menu that perfectly matched the vibe of our event, and every dish was prepared with obvious care and love. It’s rare to find a catering team that not only delivers on taste but also on professionalism, punctuality, and genuine warmth. Now let’s talk about the food — simply delicious. Every bite was bursting with flavor, from the perfectly seasoned meats to the rich, comforting sides. It’s clear that Royalty Eats brings real soul to their soul food. If you're looking for top-tier catering with heart, flavor, and flawless execution, Royalty Eats is it. We’ll definitely be calling them again for future events!”
“The team at mission bbq in Charlottesville delivers excellent customer service every time we come in. My husband and I have been to many Mission bbq’s along the east coast but this one is the our favorite! The food is always on point and the staff is extremely helpful and friendly!”
“01.28.25 The beginning of January we had our Wedding Welcoming Party at Random Row in lieu of a traditional Rehearsal Dinner. The outcome was exactly what we were hoping for. It was a laid back and fun environment where 80 of our guests were able to have great pizza and refreshments in a way that brought all of the different families and friend groups together. Cori and her staff from the planning stages until the end of the night couldn’t have been easier to work with and we had great reviews from everyone that attended. They all commented that it was exactly what they wanted and many of the people that were there that had more traditional Rehearsal Dinners for their weddings wished they had done something like what we did. Random Row allowed us to rent out the entire facility for 4-hours at a cost that was very affordable. There were some negotiations during the planning stages regarding costs and operations and even the few places that Random Row was not able to have much wiggle room there was always an attitude of “lets try to figure this out and make it happen.” With that said, they were amenable to most of our requests and budget limits. Without commenting too much on pricing and expectations because those conversations are always unique to each situation, Random Row afforded us 4-private hours and we paid for 2-hours of pizza, salad, olives, and an open bar with our guests opening tabs for the rest of the night. The cost was affordable for a middle-class couple and the experience was worth every penny. We live around the corner from Random Row and have been visiting them for years for a quick pizza and a beer. It has been one of our go-to neighborhood spots since we moved to Charlottesville. Luckily, no matter where we go, Random Row will be part of our wedding memories. Thanks again to Cori, her staff, and all of the folks that made that evening special. Joel Frank and Marie Thomas”
“Wonderful experience! Hubby and I visited the tasting room for Valentine's Day. We shared the Reserve flight and Valentine's Wine & Chocolate flight. We took home bottles of four of the eight wines in the flights. The food, corn chowder and a crimini mushroom flatbread, was excellent too. It's all cooked to order & served at the table. Very attentive service. Beautiful setting with sweeping views. I'm so happy that we chose it to celebrate Valentine's Day. It'll be easy to persuade hubby to take me again for my birthday in the summer.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“My two girlfriends and I had excellent lunch with you on Wednesday, July 24th....Welcoming, excellent service, -- good and plenty of food,...two of us had the #4 that gave us three kabobs...the seasoning was tops, one girl thought squash the best she has ever had ! I had the spinach and the salad was excellent. We will try the buffet when we go again ! This was our first time with you !Thanks !!”
“Awesome little local spot working closely with The Pie Chest. Awesome espresso, awesome coffee. They just started roasting/selling their own coffee and so far, it's nothing but gold. Try the Ethiopian! Straight blueberries and one of my absolute favorite coffees.period.”
“This was our first time here man was it good. Nice clean location and the service was great. So nice to walk into an actual pizza restaurant and get hit with the smells of pizza. Most of the places around here, just have pizza as an item on the menu, but not as the centerpiece. I ordered the side Caesar salad was delicious and the spinach and artichoke dip we ordered, was as well, but come on...8 little pieces of bread is not enough for all that dip. We ordered the house pizza to share and it was delicious. This is our new favorite Charlottesville pizza. Paper straws are trash…trash I say, and I will bring my own plastic straws next time.”
“STH offers a dependable menu of steaks, sandwiches, salads, and burgers. We recently went hoping for brunch, but since it’s not offered on Saturdays, we ordered from the lunch menu (the strawberry beet salad looked especially tempting). The dessert list sticks with classics like apple tart, brownie sundae, and cheesecake; we tried the chocolate cake, which was satisfying. Overall, this is a good choice for anyone who wants familiar, well-prepared American standards.”
“First timers! We loves this place, fresh bagels with whatever staffing you would like. Great place for a quick bite during the UVA tour. Chicken salad was a hit, regular sandwich was good as well. Choices of cold lemonade and orange juice were a plus for the hot day. Coffee was perfect flavor balanced.”
“For a pre anniversary dinner , I chose Vivace and glad I did. Service was a little slow as was the kitchen but that made for a relaxed and enjoyable, romantic atmosphere. Our server Tim was friendly and courteous even if was a bit confused at times. Many tempting choices on the menu but after conferring we opted to share a bottle of San Pelligrino ( I don’t drink and drive ) , the house salad ( home made Gorgonzola dressing was delicious!) and the Veal Picatta. Fantastic presentation and flavor ; tender and tasty veal and the crusty warm Italian bread kept us occupied while waiting for our meal. All in all a wonderful experience and very reasonable prices for such good quality as well. Highly recommended.”
“Visited just once on our way through, but it was very good and will definitely go again. We did take out and the various dishes held up well after a 20 minute sit.
The one suggestion was I found the chicken in the katsu to be overly thin--I could barely notice the chicken (and I love panko).”
“My friend and I picked this place due to wanting to enjoy a rooftop while in Savannah. We shared a Caesar salad and each ordered a crab cake. Both were excellent. The crab cake has to be the best one I have ever had and I have had a lot of crab cakes. We agreed that it melted in your mouth. We split a delicious flourless chocolate tart for dessert. A great experience and good service.”
“Great service, excellent flavors and choices!! Pizza was so flavorful and amazing!!”
“We went for the first time last night for my wife’s birthday. Seeing the wood stacked outside and then the grill going inside, I knew we were in for a treat. I had the KC Strip Steak and my wife had the Halibut with the Brussels and Smashed Potatoes. Everything was amazing and the service was just as good. Thank you for a great experience. We will definitely be back next time we come to Charlottesville.”
Cheap Eats
“Everything I've ever had from Corner Juice has been delicious. Their Dank Sinatra smoothie has been the only nutrients we can get into my mom in the hospital lately. The staff are so incredibly kind and compassionate, I can't say enough positive things about this business.”
“We LOVE Potter's! I discovered their ciders when I lived in Virginia Beach and I was SO happy when I realized we were moving near the cidery in Charlottesville. Their ciders are really varied, with lots of different flavors and fun combinations. We are particular fans of the petite cider - it's crisp and dry and we find ourselves reaching for it all the time at home. We also really loved the strawberry ginger, and they had one recently that was like a pet nat. I love that all the ciders are fresh and dry and not super sweet. They don't feel heavy or syrupy at all, like some others do.
Anyway - I could go on forever. But, the place is super cute. It's in an old renovated church up on a hill. There's tons of parking and lots of indoor and outdoor seating. They have a great variety of snacks and some food (sandwiches and such). We try to get over there when we can, but we've always got a pack (or 3) of their ciders at our house.
Highly recommend. Just go!”
“Hands down the best pizza! Cooked to perfection. Be sure to try a slice of the chipotle pizza.
In addition to that, the owner came out and spoke to us after we ate. Very friendly, and we will be back!”
“Wow! Ate dinner here and it exceeded my expectations. As someone who’s previously lived in New York City, I temper my expectations when getting dim sum elsewhere. However, this was excellent and satisfying
Vegetarian options: Plenty of options
Parking: Limited number of spaces
Kid-friendliness: High chairs available
Wheelchair accessibility: Didn’t notice any stairs”
“My husband and I enjoyed lunch here today for the first time and highly recommend this small family operated and friendly Mexican restaurant with numerous fresh and homemade options to customize and built your own plate. Access from the downtown mall or from Water Street. Good wine, beer and soft drink choices. Planning to return soon!”
“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!”
“It’s hard to find restaurant food that’s not super salty but everything here tastes like it’s homemade! I was so impressed by the flavor of the chicken and all the seasonal side dishes. A wonderful dinner experience!”
“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!!”
“A popular vineyard as was getting crowded as evening approached - live music Fri evening. Pleasant afternoon, super nice staff, and top tasting wines. Love the natural flower areas! Could use a little more shade cover on the patio in the hot Summer as the umbrellas are not enough coverage when it hits 85 and up. I really wanted to sit among the flowers but not possible. They had pop up tents - would have been great to have a few in this area. Will come Fall or next Spring and will be perfect.”
“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!”
“For a pre anniversary dinner , I chose Vivace and glad I did. Service was a little slow as was the kitchen but that made for a relaxed and enjoyable, romantic atmosphere. Our server Tim was friendly and courteous even if was a bit confused at times. Many tempting choices on the menu but after conferring we opted to share a bottle of San Pelligrino ( I don’t drink and drive ) , the house salad ( home made Gorgonzola dressing was delicious!) and the Veal Picatta. Fantastic presentation and flavor ; tender and tasty veal and the crusty warm Italian bread kept us occupied while waiting for our meal. All in all a wonderful experience and very reasonable prices for such good quality as well. Highly recommended.”
“Amazing. Everything. Food, wine, service, ambiance, dessert. Just go.”
“Performed with Soundnation Band of the Washington Talent Agency, and the hospitality was simply amazing”
“2nd time eatting here. Helpful waiter, good drinks and great food! Thank you and we look forward to our next visit. 🕌”
“We went for a girls night out to celebrate wonderful friends. The food, wine recommendations and service were outstanding. The fried mushrooms were absolutely delicious. And the scallops with squid ink risotto was the best. We also enjoyed the halibut and creme brulee. Our server, Dylan, was fun and appropriately attentive. He made great recommendations on the food and wine.”
“My friend and I picked this place due to wanting to enjoy a rooftop while in Savannah. We shared a Caesar salad and each ordered a crab cake. Both were excellent. The crab cake has to be the best one I have ever had and I have had a lot of crab cakes. We agreed that it melted in your mouth. We split a delicious flourless chocolate tart for dessert. A great experience and good service.”
“Every time I've been here the Bartenders have been insanely friendly. And the owner is a friend of my good friend Jackie and I only hear good things about her! I hope to be back sometime soon. 10/10 every time. Unsure if this is something already done. I didn't see a changing drink menu. But it'd be really awesome seeing a seasonal mezcal cocktail menu with the fruits of the season. Maybe just one a month or every few weeks. if this is something already done ignore me! I love this place and can't wait to come back. I recommend it to my friends all the time.”
“Loved the serve, atmosphere, food and the price. Great Experience”
“Great service, AMAZING food, Logan was a wonderful server! Will be back for sure!”
“We had delicious food and even better service. Was a great stop on our visit.”
“El Lugar es espectacular, la comida exquisita y tengo que decir que tienen el mejor servicio que he experimentado. Muy amables y serviciales.”
“Everything is great there food , sake, people, atmosphere. I highly recommend”
“This is where the magic happens. The food spans from the traditional ramen broth of the Nas Original to the warming depths of Mr. Spicy, the smoky vegetarian and vegan options of Smokey and the Veg to the incredible umami powerhouse of the Momo Chicken. Bowls are absolutely easy to share, and pairing a spicy ramen with even the Fiery Ahi Poke Bowl gives you a contrast of hot and cooling flavors as you alternate between bowls. You have to try it! The sushi is delicious, and the appetizers (especially the spicy edamame) round out the bill for an unforgettable flavor journey. This is meditative food for the soul. The attentive staff meet all of your needs, and the playlists running are chill and fun. This restaurant delivers foodie zen with great value and should be on your Charlottesville list of places not only to try but to visit again and again.”
“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!!”
“This is a neat little place. Great people very relaxing atmosphere. The down side for me was there was very little selection of beer and food. The pretzel was great the beer was good just don't go looking for a large variety.”
“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!”
“Easily the best beer it's Charlottesville and it's not close. No gimmicks just clean, consistent beers in a variety of popular styles. Best beertenders and best owner too!”
“Loved this place! Very friendly bartender who made awesomely yummy Old Fashioneds and in a cozy and quaint little atmosphere. Will definitely be returning.”
“Absolute established gentleman by the name of Aniu (Finest apologies if I misspelled) was amazing with service and made my party have a ba ba ba blast. Love that guy and can't wait to go back.”
“If you like spicy, the Hell’s Fire fried rice is amazing. I added the pork belly and it was awesome!”
“Food was ok, not remarkable. Had eggs Benedict with pork belly and bloody mary hollandaise. Pork belly was bland hollandaise overpowering. Service was great, bloody Mary tasty”
“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!”
“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!”
“What a blast at this birthday/Mother’s Day bash! Elisha saved the day with flawless service, making our 18-person crew feel like royalty 🎉. Killer wings & Viognier wine dazzle, with a dog-friendly patio & big-screen sports vibe 🍗. Kids loved the grassy play area. A joyful gem—count us in again!”
“We want an Outback in Cologne, Germany!!!
The service was so kind and the food so great, I want to visit the US again just to go to this specific Outback.”
“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!”
“Food great, amazing staff, very knowledgeable about the area. Definitely must visit to experience for yourself. Service is quick and efficient, also child friendly. Would recommend to anyone visiting the Charlottesville area.”
“My partner and I really enjoyed our dinner and drinks Sunday night. The cocktails were some of the best we've had in Virginia and the wings were top tier too. Staff is friendly and attentive. The atmosphere is upscale and elegant yet still cozy. Will be back!”
“Went to Glass Half Full with a friend for a quick lunch before shopping. We were seated quickly and waited on by a very friendly server while there. The service was fast, although I was a big fan of the grilled fish tacos I ordered. I think I would have preferred the fried version better. My friend however very much enjoyed her grilled salmon salad. I was also pleased at the attention that the server gave to my friends dairy allergy.”
“Fig is one of my favorite spots in Charlottesville! The food’s always great, the drinks are great, and the vibe is perfect — chill but classy. Brunch, dinner, or just drinks, Jambalaya is very good.”
“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!”
“It's the only restaurant here, but pretty good. My garden burger was freshly cooked as were the tater tots. But just like other airport food it was incredibly expensive. $22. I should have brought a sandwich ?.”
“Yes, Zen and Now can be very tasty, almost authentic. But they need to maintain quality control and take their time preparing dishes. It’s such a popular place it can get frenetic and this is when preparation can miss. Service is fantastic, we have never experienced anything but sweet professionalism and just nice people. My only real gripe is the music is TOO loud - what happened to conversational level volume, that means - in the background! Also, what happened to playing Japanese music?! I’m from San Francisco - the best Japanese food and style…never loud, pleasssse.🙏”
“Great burger love it but the fries need work they sit on the counter and wait for the server to bring them with your order and they are cold and greasy by the time you get them. Last time there in May I sent them back and asked for a fresh cooked batch which they did and they were so much better”
“Really great service and the food was incredible. As a business traveler, I look for locally owned restaurants. I'll definitely be back in the future.”
“Wonderful food in a lovely environment- beautiful fireplace and bar in a cozy setting. The service was top notch and the quality of food was fitting to the price. I really enjoyed my cocktail made complimentary by our server - so sweet! Will definitely return.”
“The dinner was beautifully prepared with Fire and Volcano 🌋 😍 😋 Food was very well done and fun time for a 66 year olds first time 😀 A Big Thank you to CJ Rachel and Abby Crawford ! Having Mike there was special especially this year!!”
“We highly recommend fried green tomatoes as an opener!!!!! Wowza!!!! We had a fantastic meal and the service was A1!!!!!”
“Never ever had my wife and I received such stellar service than that of Shelley. She makes a great impression from the outset. She encouraged us to purchase the largest sirloins with bone in for flavor and loaded and boy did she not steer us wrong. Her recs nothing short of tremendous! She catered to all of our desires and wants and was just amazing alongside the food. The food was magnificent. We still plan to return every Friday, but to sit with Shelley. Cheers to Texas.”
“My best friends, husband and I had dinner there on Saturday evening. My choice. We had the most endearing, lovely server, Shelly. Driving from Virginia Beach, she really made our Anniversary special. She sang Happy Anniversary while presenting us the most amazing chocolate dessert! Highly recommend to anyone celebrating anything special in their lives!”
“My party had a total of 17, which we made a reservation days prior. once we are there and seated, the 1 waitress took our drink orders whiched took about 35 minutes. We did receive water. I sat there almost 2 hours without the drink I ordered. We placed our order which took another hour, just to be told after 35 minutes of placing the order that most of what we ordered, they were out of. Two and a half hours of being there we received biscuits which was frozen in the center. One member of our party decided to order a To Go order online. That order was ready within 25 minutes. I was absolutely disappointed in the service given and the food. We had to advocate for ourselves just to receive a rightful discount or no bill at all. During this whole process we was there a little over three hours, some without drinks. some without food. We was given pizza to take home. I don't recommend!”
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“What an incredible little restaurant. I still can’t believe we happened across it! My boyfriend and I live in DC and eat out quite frequently, and Tavola topped some Michelin star restaurants we’ve tried. We were blown away by the kindness and knowledge of the sommelier and staff, the generosity and talent of the kitchen, and the overall atmosphere and ambiance. Every dish was on point, every service mark was hit, and I could write paragraphs about the wine recommendations. I would rate it more than five stars if I could. Huge thank you to Clay, Caleb, Kendall and everyone else we met for making our night so memorable. If you’re thinking about opening another location I vote DC!”
“My first time at Mel's Cafe was amazing. The staff is most friendly and courteous you ever will find in the restaurant business. The food is extremely tasty and delicious. I had 8 piece wing ding with mashed potatoes and gravy and string beans topped off with a slice of lemon meringue pie. The sweet tea was awesome that I could resist a refill of it.”
“Yes, Zen and Now can be very tasty, almost authentic. But they need to maintain quality control and take their time preparing dishes. It’s such a popular place it can get frenetic and this is when preparation can miss. Service is fantastic, we have never experienced anything but sweet professionalism and just nice people. My only real gripe is the music is TOO loud - what happened to conversational level volume, that means - in the background! Also, what happened to playing Japanese music?! I’m from San Francisco - the best Japanese food and style…never loud, pleasssse.🙏”
“No comments about the food, but, if you reserve a table you better double check. Yesterday was the second occasion when I had reserved a table for a special event and when I showed up on time I was told they were so busy and therefore had no table available. Not good business!”
“My two girlfriends and I had excellent lunch with you on Wednesday, July 24th....Welcoming, excellent service, -- good and plenty of food,...two of us had the #4 that gave us three kabobs...the seasoning was tops, one girl thought squash the best she has ever had ! I had the spinach and the salad was excellent. We will try the buffet when we go again ! This was our first time with you !Thanks !!”
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“My two girlfriends and I had excellent lunch with you on Wednesday, July 24th....Welcoming, excellent service, -- good and plenty of food,...two of us had the #4 that gave us three kabobs...the seasoning was tops, one girl thought squash the best she has ever had ! I had the spinach and the salad was excellent. We will try the buffet when we go again ! This was our first time with you !Thanks !!”
“Clean. Fresh. Friendly. Try the Shrimp! 🍤 and Brisket! Both are delicious.
If you want a small bowl to try a taste, you can get one for only $6.95!
I got:
White rice, shrimp, regular queso, cilantro, mild corn salsa, salsa verde(green salsa), pico (mild tomato salsa), guacamole, chili creme salsa (kind of a creamy orange color)
It was a good flavor balance.
Vegetarian options: I love that this restaurant offers fresh cilantro as a topping and so many sauce/salsa options!
Veggies on the bar: black beans, pinto beans, Fajitas, regular queso and spicy queso, lettuce, pico, tomatillo salsa, mild corn salsa, chili creme salsa, (cilantro), guacamole, hot salsa, Parmesan cheeses, pickled onions, sliced jalapeños, tortilla chip strips, spicy ranch, and a few more.
•You can get toppings on a flour tortilla burrito 🌯 or a bowl of rice 🍚 or a salad 🥗 or a quesadilla, nachos.
Dietary restrictions: Everything is super clean, always being wiped down, & guards against cross-contamination.
The staff offered to change their gloves between making my spicy burrito and my mom's mild bowl.
Some hot salsa got on her gloves and my mom does not like spicy food.
I appreciated that because it is that level of thoughtfulness and respect that you do not always find at every restaurant you go to.
They have two different rice options: white rice with lime and cilantro and brown Spanish-style rice
Parking: Parking on the strip in front of the rest as well as additional parking in front of BJ's restaurant.
Kid-friendliness: High chairs available.
You can get salsas and queso's and different "new" ingredients on the side, so they can be tried for flavor and spice level without ruining the entire entree.
Wheelchair accessibility: Decent amount of distance between indoor and outdoor tables.
Space at round tables to have a wheelchair ♿️ between the curved bench seating.
Exterior entry and exit
Ramp from parking lot at the front door.”
“We have been to this ihop twice. The first time the food came cold and service was really poor. My kids love their pancakes though so gave it a second chance.
This time we had a great server, it was her first day but she did fantastic. Food came fast and hot. My 4 year old was sad cause he decided he wanted the smiley face pancake his sister had and the server was excellent. Brought him home whipped cream, chocolate chips and strawberries so he could have the smiley face. Definitely redeemed themselves this time.”
“I visited this location this evening to pick up dinner for myself, my son and his friends. I cannot say enough wonderful things. From the lady taking the orders, to the young man at the window. Everything was fast, efficient, and the staff were extremely polite and friendly (which is hard to find in society today). We didn’t wait at all and the food was hot and fresh! This was our first time but we will be back!”
“This store is so clean. I love their cookies. The cookies are beautiful. The only reason I didn’t put five stars is because they are about 15 minutes away from my house and I specifically went to get cheesecake without knowing that the cookies change every week. I tend to fall in love with particular treats and if it leaves me, I will be sad. Don’t get my taste buds ready for something new every time y’all are too far away for that. But I guess the app can help me now I can see what they have and don’t have. It’s not even their fault my knowledge based on their Company wasn’t Up to par. But I know for next time because there’s definitely gonna be a next time”
“Sono stata in questo caffè molte volte e spero di poter tornare ancora. Qui è possibile gustare un ottimo cappuccino e dolci squisiti. Più di una volta ho pensato che il cappuccino fosse addirittura migliore di quello che servono in Italia. Personale attento e molto, molto cortese. Bravissimi!!!”
“Delicious food, professional staff with personal attention. Quaint, romantic atmosphere.”