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Chop House Tavern - Front Dining Room - Chop House Tavern, Staunton, VA

Chop House Tavern

4.8
4.8
107 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
29 N Augusta St, Staunton, VA 24401

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
8:00 PM
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
Located in the heart of beautiful downtown Staunton VA, The Chop House Tavern elegantly showcases a refined take on Chef Ryan Zale's culinary creativity. Professionally executed by Sous Chef Brendan Almy, guests can expect the signature proteins and menu staples found on our sibling restaurants menus, (Local Chop and Grill House, Harrisonburg VA, and The Chop House Bistro, Luray VA) as well as delicious takes on comfort tavern food classics. Additionally, we aim to provide a relaxing and unique experience through our modern-rustic aesthetic, comfortable lounge and carefully crafted cocktails for your enjoyment.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Cocktail Bar, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (540) 712-0340
  • Website
    http://www.choptavern.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Ryan Zale
  • Private party facilities
    We feature a private dining area towards the rear of the restaurant that can be booked for special events, business meetings, private dinners, etc. The room can hold 24-32 guests at once with room for customization if below 24. Bookings or inquiries of this type must be made via direct call to the restaurant.
  • Location
    29 N Augusta St, Staunton, VA 24401
  • Neighborhood
    Staunton
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Graduation Celebrations

    $65.00 per person

    May 15, 2025 - May 17, 2025
    Join us for a unique 3-course dining experience created by Executive Chef Ryan Zale as we celebrate all college graduates in the surrounding areas. The menu will be available on our website, choptavern.com by May 1st. For any inquiries regarding allergens or dietary restrictions, please feel free to contact us at (540)712-0340 or at info@localchops.com. The menu will be $65 per person not inclusive of tax, drinks, or gratuity.

Menu

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What 107 people are saying

Chop House Tavern reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Steakhouse

  • Shenandoah Valley

    Best Overall

  • Shenandoah Valley

    Best Food

  • Shenandoah Valley

    Best Service

  • Shenandoah Valley

    Best Ambiance

  • Shenandoah Valley

    Best Value

  • Shenandoah Valley

    Neighborhood gem

  • Shenandoah Valley

    Good for special occasions

  • Shenandoah Valley

    Lively

  • Shenandoah Valley

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chop House Tavern offers an exceptional dining experience with "excellent service and ambiance." Known for "delicious food" and a "cozy, elegant atmosphere," it features standout dishes like perfectly cooked steaks, elk meatloaf, and innovative cocktails. Guests appreciate the attentive staff and thoughtful touches, making it ideal for special occasions.
107 Reviews

  1. Matt

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My wife and I enjoyed a delicious anniversary dinner here. The filet was outstanding

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  2. Shawn

    Richmond8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Filet was prepared well and at right temp, salmon was very good and also med rate. Service was outstanding with multiple visits to ensure satisfaction.

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  3. Bonnie

    Orlando3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely dinner. Food and service were superior. Everyone was very attentive when we brought our grandchildren for a special occasion which meant the children behaved well. They weren't treated as an annoyance, like in some restaurants. Will definitely return.

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  4. valerie

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonder dinner experience in Staunton with friendly, attentive service and options to please any palate. My steak was perfectly cooked and seasoned and my husband's elk meatloaf was phenomenal!

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  5. Mark

    Richmond6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Celebrated our 42nd Anniversary. Cocktails were very nice. Dinner was very nice. Plates could have used some inexpensive garnish for more flair. Bartender was awesome. A very nice evening enjoyed. thank you. We will be back soon. M&K

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  6. Richard

    Vancouver1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was excellent and the server gave great recommendations. The food was delicious and we had a great time.

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  7. Jane

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a perfectly lovely dinner experience for the four of us. Our menu selections covered a wide range of the menu and we were unanimously impressed and delighted by every course. The service was excellent and the ambiance was notable!

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  8. Gary

    Wilmington8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service from Chyna and food was delicious.

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  9. mark

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great dinner in a very quiet part of the establishment. Jen our waitress was excellent at making sure we had great service. We would certainly go again when in Staunton

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  10. Ann

    Dublin2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 24, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely restaurant. Nice ambiance. Friendly helpful staff. Food was delicious. The crab starters was particularly good. Highly recommended

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FAQs

Chop House Tavern is rated 4.8 stars by 107 OpenTable diners.

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  4. Shenandoah Valley
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Make a reservation

Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Chop House Tavern

29 N Augusta St, Staunton, VA 24401

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Staunton
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Cocktail Bar, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ryan Zale
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.choptavern.com/
  • Phone number
    (540) 712-0340
  • Private party facilities
    We feature a private dining area towards the rear of the restaurant that can be booked for special events, business meetings, private dinners, etc. The room can hold 24-32 guests at once with room for customization if below 24. Bookings or inquiries of this type must be made via direct call to the restaurant.
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