Charlottesville Restaurants
In its own quiet way, Charlottesville offers a culinary destination to make any foodie salivate and restaurants that can go plate-to-plate with any city across the country.
With an appetite for excellence, the entrepreneurial restaurateurs of Charlottesville operate more than 100 independent restaurants, cafes, bistros, grills and pubs.
These are people who are passionate about good food and great dining who make the most of abundant farming and agriculture in the area. The area hasn't adopted a "farm-to-table" approach - here, it's just a way of life. Always has been. Always will be.
The result is a dazzling array of menus that draw on the freshest foods of the region: organic produce, handmade cheeses, free-range poultry and grass-fed beef, all expertly prepared with a nod to regional traditions plus flavor influences from around the world. French? Japanese? Southwestern? Indian? Thai? You'll find it all alongside pulled pork, biscuits and black-eyed peas and traditional Virginia fare.
Much of the dining is casual, with most places offering a mix of indoor and outdoor seating to make the most of the mild climate. But locals offer atmosphere for any occasion, from formal fine dining to street food and treats found strolling the Saturday morning City Market, from stews made on-site to fresh crepes and melt-in-your-mouth donuts hot out of the oil.
Last but not least, food lovers take note: some of Albemarle County's best eats aren't found in restaurants at all. Visitors delight in seeking out the "hidden kitchens" of Albemarle County, meandering scenic back roads and stopping off at country stores and farm stands where flavor and freshness can't be beat.
Virginia's non-profit Local Food Hub also offers an online directory of where to find fresh, locally grown foods.
Bamboo House
- 4831 Seminole Trail
- Charlottesville, VA 22902
- (434) 973-9211
- Region: Route 29 North
For solid Asian food, look no further than Bamboo House. This Charlottesville classic is known for its tasty Yukgaejang, Kimchijigae, and Dukmandugook. If stews and soups aren't your style, try the ... MORE >>
Bang!
- 213 Second Street, S.W.
- Charlottesville, VA 22902
- (434) 984-2264
- Region: Downtown Mall Area
Delectable Asian flair to small meal menu, lots of fresh fish, homemade entrees, local produce and meats. Extensive martini menu and other fine offerings from the full bar, all served in a vibrant ... MORE >>
Bashir’s Taverna
- 507 E Main Street
- Charlottesville, VA 22902
- (434) 923-0927 | Fax: (434) 923-0518
- Region: Downtown Mall Area
Authentic no nonsense cuisine. Mediterranean food. “Top Notch creative cooking and brews, the best coffee on the Downtown Mall”-NBC29.com Recommendation by the New York Times - April 2012 ... MORE >>
Basil Mediterranean Bistro
- 109 14th Street
- Charlottesville, VA 22902
- (434) 977-5700 | Fax: (434) 295-0436
- Region: University Area
Experience Mediterranean culture and style with your family and friends.
Located on trendy 14th Street in the heart of UVA campus, Basil Mediterranean Bistro is simply perfect for ... MORE >>
Bellair Market
- 2401 Ivy Rd
- Charlottesville, VA 22903
Tucked away on Ivy Road and attached to a gas station, Bellair Market is one of Charlottesville's best kept secrets! Serving delicious sandwiches with Charlottesville inspired names like the ... MORE >>
Belmont Bar-B-Que
- 816 Hinton Ave
- Charlottesville, VA 22902
- (434) 979-7427
- Region: Belmont
Our food is cooked fresh daily and made from scratch. Come by and try for yourself, you can even order online. We also cater events. So let us serve your next party while you sit back and enjoy.
Bistro 1834 at The Boar's Head
- 200 Ednam Drive
- Charlottesville, VA 22903
- 434.972.2230 | Fax: (434) 972-6024 | Toll-Free: 800.476.1988
- Region: University Area
Bistro 1834 offers a pleasant atmosphere where overstuffed leather chairs invite guests to linger over cocktails and conversation. The expansive verandah with its stunning view of the Virginia ... MORE >>
Black Market Moto Saloon
- 1304 East Market Street
- Charlottesville, VA 22902
Black Market Moto Saloon is a culinary treat for all travelers, on two wheels or four. The restaurant's interior decor offers a tough-guy atmosphere that is at the same time inviting, with comfortable ... MORE >>
Bloop Frozen Yogurt
- 1430 Rolkin Ct
- Charlottesville, VA 22911
- (434) 298-4633
- Region: Pantops
Bloop allows customers to choose from a wide variety of flavors and toppings (called “bloopers”) in order to mix and match their own unique dessert. Whether you’re craving something fruity, tart, ... MORE >>
Blue Light Grill and Raw Bar
- 120 E. Main Street
- Charlottesville, VA 22902
- (433) 295-1223
- Region: Downtown Mall Area
Terrific seafood specialties with a wonderful, extensive wine list, microbrews and delicious appetizers. Comfortable seating and cozy bar scene. Full raw bar. Open 7 days; bar and raw bar 4:30 pm; ... MORE >>
Blue Moon Diner
- 512 W Main St
- Charlottesville, VA 22903
- (434) 980-6666
- Region: Downtown Mall Area
Burgers, upscale sandwiches and big dinner plates at a local institution.
Mon.-Fri. 8am-10pm, Sat.-Sun. 9am-3pm.
Blue Ridge Country Store
- 518 E. Main Street
- Charlottesville, VA 22902
- (434) 295-1573
- Region: Downtown Mall Area
Part healthy convenience store, part salad bar, delicatessen, and bakery, the Blue Ridge Country Store is a favorite of workers on the Downtown Mall and other locals in the know. Its unbeatable prices ... MORE >>
Bluegrass Grill & Bakery
- 313 2nd Street SE
- Charlottesville, VA 22902
- (434) 295-9700 | Fax: (434) 296-9700
- Region: Downtown Mall Area
Breakfast & lunch, “Down-home holistic” food – fresh baked breads, fresh veggies, meat & taters, sandwiches, great omelets.
Breakfast served all day. ... MORE >>
Bodo's Bagel Bakery- Corner
- 1609 University Avenue
- Charlottesville, VA 22903
- (434) 977-9598
- Region: University Area
Still the king of bagels in our town. A best of CVILLE winner in 2009. Prices are cheap and service is fast. A favorite morning spot always with easy music running in the background to wake up to. ... MORE >>
Bodo's Bagel Bakery- Downtown
- 505 Preston Avenue
- Charlottesville, VA 22903
- (434) 293-5224
- Region: Downtown Mall Area
Sandwiches, Salads, and Freshly Baked NY Bagels. Locally Owned And Operated Since 1988. Three Locations -- Serving Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Bodo's Bagel Bakery- Emmet Street
- 1418 Emmet Street
- Charlottesville, VA 22903
- (434) 977-9598
- Region: Route 29 North
Sandwiches, Salads, and Freshly Baked NY Bagels. Locally Owned And Operated Since 1988. Three Locations -- Serving Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Bonefish Grill - Charlottesville
- 269 Connor Drive
- Charlottesville, VA 22911
- (434) 975-3474
- Region: Route 29 North
The polished casual seafood restaurant is appealing to those who crave high quality seafood in a comfortable, lively atmosphere at a good value.
CUISINE: Bonefish Grill ... MORE >>
Boylan Heights
- 102 14th Street NW
- Charlottesville, VA 22903
- (434) 984-5707
- Region: University Area
Located on the corner of 14th and West Main Street, Boylan Heights is an ideal choice for students, tourists, couples or families in search of the perfect burger. Beef is what Boylan does best, ... MORE >>
Brasserie Montiel and Coffee House
- 2001 Commonwealth Dr.
- Charlottesville, VA 22901
- (434) 872-0272
- Region: Route 29 North
Brasserie Montiel proudly serves breakfast everyday from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. Our lunch menu features homemade soups, salads, sandwiches, as well as specialty main dishes. Brasserie Montiel ... MORE >>
BreadWorks Bakery & Deli
- 923A Preston Ave
- Charlottesville, VA 22902
- (434) 296-4663
- Region: Downtown Mall Area
BreadWorks offers the finest baked goods around. They use only the freshest ingredients, and they prepare everything carefully using tried and true recipes.
Some of the ... MORE >>
Brick Oven
- 1966 Rio Hill Center
- Charlottesville, VA 22901
- (434) 964-1119
- Region: Route 29 North
Family owned and operated since 1992, The Brick Oven features Charlottesville's original gourmet pizza baked in a wood fired oven. Their unique gourmet salad bar is truly a stand-out feature. ... MORE >>
