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Cocktail being poured over ice into a glass. - Cafe Frank, Charlottesville, VA

Cafe Frank

4.8
4.8
356 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary French / American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
Café Frank is a vibrant, intimate Franco-Italian restaurant and cocktail bar on Charlottesville's Historic Downtown Pedestrian Mall. We can't wait to serve you!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Location
    317 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902-5233
  • Phone number
    (434) 825-9496
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Contemporary Italian, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Mon, Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Jay Gutierrez

Experiences

  • UVA Graduation 2025

    $30.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 17, 2025 - May 18, 2025
    Celebrate UVA Graduation 2025 with an unforgettable dining experience at Café Frank. Enjoy a $60 per person prix fixe menu, specially curated to make your celebration memorable. A $30 per person deposit is required to secure your reservation, which will be applied to your bill. Cancellations made at least 14 days in advance are eligible for a full refund. A 20% gratuity will be added to all parties, and reservations are limited to 2 hours to ensure we can accommodate everyone on this special weekend. Book early to secure your spot!
    UVA Graduation 2025 Photo

  • Virginia Women in Wine Dinner

    $95.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Mar 23, 2025 only
    Join us at Café Frank for a special tasting dinner in celebration of Virginia Women in Wine! Enjoy a thoughtfully crafted four-course menu designed to highlight an exceptional selection of wines from Veritas Winery and Daring Wine & Cider Co., including four newly crowned Governor’s Cup gold medalists. This one-night-only event will showcase the artistry and influence of Virginia’s women winemakers, with expertly paired wines and ciders that bring each dish to life. Whether you're a devoted wine lover or simply looking for a unique dining experience, this is an evening not to be missed. Reserve your seat today and raise a glass to the incredible women shaping Virginia’s wine scene!

Menu

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What 356 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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Charlottesville

    Best Service

  • Charlottesville

    Best Ambiance

  • Charlottesville

    Innovative

  • Charlottesville

    Great for fine wines

  • Charlottesville

    Romantic

  • Charlottesville

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Frank offers an exquisite dining experience with "excellent cuisine" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the "intimate and cozy atmosphere" and "creative menu" that blends French and Italian influences. Highlights include the "bison Bolognese," "duck confit," and "scallops." The staff, especially servers like Cassie and Kate, are praised for their attentiveness. Despite some critiques on pricing and wait times, the overall ambiance and culinary adventure make it a "must-visit" spot.

356 Reviews

  1. Richard

    Richmond16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our fourth visit to Cafe Frank for a quick after-movie dinner of Frito Misto and Bresola and Burrato salad, both excellent. Good, friendly service.

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  2. Stanley VIP

    Richmond29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cafe Frank has never disappointed us. The service is warm and friendly and very professional. The food choices and preparation are outstanding. The wine list and cocktails are well-curated. This is a great place to enjoy a nice night out with friends!

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  3. Mark VIP

    New York City96 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic as usual. New salad with buratta and pears was a special treat. Great food, service and vibes. Place to go in Charlottesville.

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  4. David

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a small cafe, with great ambience and service. The menu is fairly small, but the mussels were large and cooked just right, the broth could have been a little tastier. Fairly pricey, but over-all really good. We’ll definitely go back.

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  5. Marcus

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was spectacular, service was impeccable, and overall experience was impressive

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  6. Janice

    Washington DC18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a great meal for our last dinner in Charlottesville. We had two misses during the visit and Cafe Frank was exactly what we needed. The halibut was perfectly cooked, the steak frites were delicious and our server, Dillon, was fantastic. We will definitely return on a future visit.

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  7. Carmen VIP

    Richmond26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time. Great service, good food and wine! Yes, we will be back and would recommend. Thanks!

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  8. Max

    Charlotte1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, food, and experience was the best I’ve ever had. Made us feel welcomed!!! Best food and experience I’ve had in Charlottesville ever.

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  9. Jason

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Steak was cooked perfectly. Staff super friendly.

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  10. stephan VIP

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s not very budget-friendly, even during restaurant week, but you do get what you pay for. The food is very high-quality, the atmosphere is authentically French bistro and the service (particularly Cassie) was excellent and friendly. Great overall experience.

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Cafe Frank is rated 4.8 stars by 356 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Cafe Frank

317 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902-5233

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
    (434) 825-9496
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Contemporary Italian, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Mon, Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Jay Gutierrez
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