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Hamiltons' At First & Main, Charlottesville, VA

Hamiltons' At First & Main

4.8
4.8
2369 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Contemporary Fine Dining in Charlottesville, Virginia Located in the heart of Charlottesville’s Downtown district, Hamiltons’ is the perfect spot for a delicious afternoon lunch or a romantic evening dinner. A cheerful, cozy atmosphere and attentive service ensure our guests enjoy an outstanding dining experience, be they Charlottesville natives, out-of-town visitors, or University students and staff. We also feature outdoor patio seating seasonally, providing our guests the opportunity to dine amidst the bustle of the Downtown Mall.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Wed–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Hunter Harding
  • Delivery & takeout

Experiences

  • UVA Graduation 2025

    $125.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 16, 2025 - May 18, 2025
    Come celebrate your graduate with Chef Hunter Harding's five course $125 per person prix fixe menu. The price is exclusive of tax, beverages and gratuity.

What 2,369 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Contemporary American

  • Charlottesville

    Best Overall

  • Charlottesville

    Best Food

  • Charlottesville

    Best Service

  • Charlottesville

    Best Ambiance

  • Charlottesville

    Best Value

  • Charlottesville

    Good for groups

  • Charlottesville

    Healthy

  • Charlottesville

    Neighborhood gem

  • Charlottesville

    Great for fine wines

  • Charlottesville

    Romantic

  • Charlottesville

    Good for special occasions

  • Charlottesville

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Hamiltons' At First & Main offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent service" and "delicious food." The venue is perfect for special occasions, boasting "a great atmosphere" and "beautiful setting." Highlights include the "best crab cakes" and a "changing vegetarian Blue Plate Special." While noise can be an issue, the overall ambiance and "friendly staff" make it a top choice in Charlottesville.

2,369 Reviews
  1. Louis

    Raleigh16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An unforgettable evening at Hamiltons’ At First & Main! From the first sip to the last bite, everything was exceptional—delicious food, perfectly crafted drinks, warm ambience, and outstanding service. The lump crab cake was the best I’ve ever had—pure, sweet crab with a golden crisp crust, tender and meaty inside, with just enough seasoning to enhance its natural flavors. No fillers, just perfection. The Sicilian martini with caper berries was a brilliant surprise—smooth, crisp, and beautifully briny, adding an unexpected depth to a classic cocktail. A bold, sophisticated twist that paired wonderfully with the meal. The GL Malbec was rich and velvety, layered with deep blackberry and plum notes, a hint of vanilla and spice, and silky tannins that made each sip more indulgent than the last. And just when we thought it couldn’t get better, dessert stole the show—a heavenly almond cake drizzled with tangy-sweet pomegranate syrup, served alongside a scoop of locally crafted vanilla ice cream that was silky, fragrant, and perfectly creamy. The service was impeccable—warm, attentive, and seamless. The ambience made for a truly relaxing, intimate evening with my wife. A flawless dining experience—we’ll absolutely be back next time we’re in town!

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  2. Michele VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Focused but excellent menu. Every dish was delicious, featuring local ingredients and a Virginia flare. Knowledgable staff, well priced wine. Great location.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food that was very tasty and very well presented. The 3 of us had 3 different dishes. All were terrific. Logan was extremely professional. Gave us time to talk before ordering. Also remembered each person’s order and provided the relevant utensils. Attentively Refilled drinks without our asking. The whole evening was a great experience!

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  4. LuLu

    Richmond6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, wonderful service - just a great overall experience. Lovely spot for Sunday brunch.

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  5. Curtis VIP

    Richmond7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We are fairly regular diners here. The service was good, quick to help us. The appetizers were very good (oysters) but the shrimp and grits not quite as good as before. Grits were a little cold and the shrimp looked and tasted like they were defrosted. This won't deter us from returning but was a little disappointing.

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  6. Gail

    Richmond14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing lunch. The service was great as well as the food. You can’t go wrong with the crab cakes or shrimp and grits. The kahlua crème brûlée and flourless torte were also delicious. I brought 4 friends (new to C’ville) who had never dined there and they raved about it.

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  7. Betty

    Richmond6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service. The food was delicious. I will definitely come back.

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  8. David

    Berlin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service and ambience. Fried oyster salad is amazing. Will be back

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  9. Deborah VIP

    Richmond107 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful meal as always. The Nasi Goreng is my lunch favorite. The lobster tortellini special was outstanding. The blue crab and corn chowder was packed with crabmeat.

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  10. Brian

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, extremely knowledgeable staff for special diets. Food was delicious.

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FAQs

Hamiltons' At First & Main offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (434) 295-6649.

Hamiltons' At First & Main is rated 4.8 stars by 2369 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Hamiltons' At First & Main

101 West Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Wed–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Hunter Harding
  • Delivery & takeout
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