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Fleurie
Price: Very Expensive•French•4.9(1,864)Fleurie has a few Valentine's Day reservations remaining! $135 per person three course prix-fixe menu. Please call 434-971-7800 or email fleuriecville@gmail.com
Serving Dinner Tuesday - Saturday.
Daily Prix-Fixe 3-Course Menu ($109) with optional Wine Pairings ($75+)
Fleurie offers patio and indoor dining by reservation.
Please make sure to select your desired seating area when booking.
Join us at Fleurie Restaurant for a contemporary French fine dining experience, located just off Charlottesville's charming Downtown Mall on 3rd Street. Fleurie's elegant atmosphere, stellar wine list, and innovative menu are sure to produce an unforgettable meal. Fleurie is the perfect place to celebrate special occasions or simply enjoy masterfully prepared dishes and intimate service.The Ivy Inn Restaurant
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary American•4.9(3,885)Seasonal Local American Cuisine. We use many local products from local farmers. We are located about a mile west of the University of Virginia campus. Historic old home turned into a restaurant. Three small intimate dining rooms upstairs, one on the ground floor and a large weather protected patio. In the winter the Patio is heated. Family owned since 1995. Special diet needs met upon request.
Black Cow Chophouse
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.9(530)Black Cow Chophouse is Charlottesville's spot for steaks, chops, fine wines, modern & classic cocktails and fun times. We feature a huge daily selection of both dry-aged and non dry-aged local and nationally sourced beef, as well as pork, game and lamb cuts. Our beverage program is carefully crafted and our hospitality is second to none. For the budget conscious, visit during our daily happy hour from 4:30 to 6:00 for Charlottesville's best steak deal and discounted drinks.Public Fish & Oyster
Price: Expensive•Seafood•4.9(2,665)Public Fish and Oyster serves only the freshest and responsibly sourced seafood. We believe in the complete dining experience and our knowledgeable staff is eager to provide you with the best dining experience Charlottesville has to offer.
The Farmhouse at Veritas
Price: Very Expensive•Farm-to-table•4.9(1,027)Please inform us of any dietary restrictions at least 48 hours prior to reservation time.
No children or pets allowed for any reservations
DINNER: Plan to arrive at 6:15 pm for a glass of bubbly and be seated for dinner at 6:30 pm. Dinner is four courses, each one paired with wine. The cost is $120.00 per person prix fixeCafe Frank
Price: Expensive•Contemporary French / American•4.8(355)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!
Palladio
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.9(558)The elegant balance we value in wine, the quality of celebration inherent in its welcome, inspire palate harmonies that are Virginian in resources and Northern Italian in perspective, in country dining of vivacity and refinement. Here the estate of wine is inhabited at its most seamless and complete, sustained behind the scenes by the rarest collaboration of colleagues gifted in cuisine, viticulture, horticulture and service. Luxury on-site accommodations available at our 1804 Inn and Cottages. For additional information, please visit our website www.bbvwine.com.Forked on Main
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(163)Forked on Main is a casual contemporary eatery, located in the historic Sparks building on Main Street in Orange, VA. Walk in the door and you’re instantly faced with the hostess stand and a decision – a fork in the road. Take a right and you enter a light-filled dining room that can seat couples, families or even private parties. Take a left, and you’re ensconced in the lounge, perfect for a casual mid-day coffee, a happy hour drink with co-workers or a night out on Main Street with friends.
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- MMichaelLos Angeles •1 review5.0Dined 1 day agoFood was delicious and the service was great. All the staff were very attentive. We showed up to our reservation on time and were promptly seated with the high chair that we requested already in place. Definitely a gem of a restaurant and would highly recommend.More infoC&OPrice: Very Expensive• American• Charlottesville•4.9
- HHansWashington, D.C. Area •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoStill one of our farorite Restauants in Cville. Consistently great food and service.More infoHamiltons' At First & MainPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Charlottesville•4.8
- OTOpenTable DinerNew York City •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoBeautiful ambiance with amazing food. I’m definitely returning with friends.More infoTenPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Charlottesville•4.9
- DDavidVirginia •2 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoAlways a great time with friends at the black cow!More infoBlack Cow ChophousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Charlottesville•4.9
- MMarkVIPNew York City •96 reviews5.0Dined on Feb 24, 2025Fantastic as usual. New salad with buratta and pears was a special treat. Great food, service and vibes. Place to go in Charlottesville.More infoCafe FrankPrice: Expensive• Contemporary French / American• Charlottesville•4.8
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Charlottesville is both a historical and college town, and when these two worlds collide, there is bound to be culinary magic in play. Because the community encompasses such a large area, the food options are limitless. Downtown gives food lovers underground wine bars, rooftop grills and farm-to-table options. You can also find French crepes and American restaurants with recipes and wines that date back to the founding of the country. Towards the north, diners will find options such as authentic Mediterranean and Indian restaurants for a delicious international flavor. Whether you're looking for an old family favorite or the latest fusion cuisine that unites global tastes, Charlottesville has plenty to offer.
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Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Charlottesville is Spoon & Spindle
The best vegan restaurants in Charlottesville are The Ivy Inn Restaurant, Cafe Frank and Birch & Bloom
The best vegetarian restaurants in Charlottesville are Duners Restaurant, Hamiltons' At First & Main and Maya
The restaurants with the best service in Charlottesville are Lafayette Inn & Restaurant, Hillock Neighborhood Kitchen and The Farmhouse at Veritas
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Charlottesville are Près Des Prés, Lafayette Inn & Restaurant and Spoon & Spindle