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The Good Sport, Charlottesville, VA

The Good Sport

4.2
4.2
101 Reviews
$30 and under
Pub

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for happy hour
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for groups
The Good Sport delivers classic tavern fare, local craft beer and a sense of familiarity in a warm and relaxed setting – the perfect pre- and post-game spot, or a reprise after a long workday. This gathering place serves up comforting classics, such as Wagyu Brisket Slider with hydro watercress, fresh grated horseradish crème and shaved onion, along with a classic Fried Chicken Sandwich, with kimchi slaw, chili crisp mayo and pickled cucumbers. A large selection of signature cocktails, as well as whiskeys, local wines, and other spirits rounds out the bar experience. Valet parking is available, free for the first two hours with validation. Street parking is also available without a permit after 5pm daily and on the weekends.

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What 101 people are saying

The Good Sport reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 3.8Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Great for brunch

  • Virginia

    Good for groups

  • Virginia

    Lively

  • Charlottesville

    Good for groups

  • Charlottesville

    Lively

Review summary

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The Good Sport, nestled in a beautiful Kimpton Hotel, offers a lively sports bar vibe with "great sports viewing" and a "beautiful environment." Enjoy "fantastic food," "excellent service," and "fresh ingredients." Highlights include the "Wagyu sliders," "smash burger," and "pretzel bites." Ideal for game days, though noise can be a factor.

101 Reviews
  1. Carey

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It has a great atmosphere, food, and service.

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  2. Christine

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dined for a business lunch. Excellent cuisine and friendly, prompt service.

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  3. Harry

    Richmond7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoy this restaurant, especially before or after a UVA sporting event. The food has always been very good but often they are under staffed to handle the crowd so it can be a little slow. The menu could offer a few more choices or at least a few specials. It doesn’t change much. No real dinner options basically soup, salad or sandwich. Nice atmosphere.

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  4. OpenTable Diner VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the chopped salad, and great service! Five stars.

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  5. Gary

    Richmond9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly staff, quick service. Lovely atmosphere.

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  6. Karen

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I was very pleased with the convenience of online reservations for a tight lunch meeting. I was able to preorder our food as well, and made it to my next meeting without a hitch, thanks to staff at The Good Sport!

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  7. Chris

    Washington DC37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    As usual very good and even better service for a busy night.

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  8. Whitney VIP

    Richmond8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    I love the idea of The Good Sport, it’s a nice space with great sports viewing and located in a Kimpton hotel. I have been there at least 6 times. They are truly understaffed. On my previous visit my meal was never delivered and I had to go and try to find it because no one checked on us. TBH, they gave me a voucher for a free meal for the next visit which was commendable. This visit they charged me for 2 specialty drinks from the bar when I only had one.Again, after waiting some time, I had to go find someone to correct the bill and there were excuses about how busy they were but really no apology. The kitchen was quick and the food is good bar food, really tasty. However, my appetizer arrived before my drink. I will continue to frequent The Good Sport but will be prepared to have some time, patience and to review the bill.

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  9. Harry

    Richmond7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on November 26, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was extremely slow due to them being under staffed. Waitress was very polite but there was only one and she was also assisting in making drinks at the bar. The food was fine and came from the kitchen fairly quick but it took over an hour to the waitress to finally get our order. Not sure what the staffing problem was but for the first hour we were in the restaurant it was slow. We’ve been in a few times before but this was the slowest. Great venue for a light meal before a game at JPJ.

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  10. Andrea

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Smash burger and fries were both fabulous!! Service was great.

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The Good Sport is rated 4.2 stars by 101 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
Google Map for The Good Sport

540 Massie Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903

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  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 11:00 am–5:00 pm Thu–Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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