Aberdeen Barn - Charlottesville

Name: Aberdeen Barn - Charlottesville
Address: 2018 Holiday Dr, Charlottesville, VA, United States, 22901
Telephone: (434) 296-4630
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.4

4.4

1417 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

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At this time we ask that you please call for reservations for parties over 4 people 434-296-4630 as space is limited due to social distancing.
Established in 1965 as Charlottesville's premier steakhouse, dinner the Barn has become a Charlottesville tradition. Serving only the finest Certified Angus Steaks, award winning Roast Prime Rib, exceptional seafood and fine wines.
We are now open Wednesday - Saturday for inside dining, curbside pickup and outside seating when weather permits.

We are following all safe distancing guidelines and are disinfecting all areas frequently. We look forward to seeing you.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 2, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, Steak
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(434) 296-4630
Website
http://www.aberdeenbarn.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Angel Diaz
Private party facilities
Aberdeen Barn is the perfect setting for your wedding rehearsal dinner, holiday party, business dinner or any special occasion that demands an excellent meal & exceptional service. We offer versatile accommodations & a wide selection of menu choices for any size gathering.
Private party contact
Angela: (434) 296-4630

Location
2018 Holiday Dr Charlottesville, VA 22901
Neighborhood
Charlottesville
Cross street
Emmett St
Parking details
We have a private parking lot adjacent to our building as well as street parking.
Entertainment
Jazz music at our piano bar on Friday & Saturday evenings.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

French Onion Soup$9.00
Baked Oyster Rockefeller$15.00
Homemade Onion Rings$8.00
Maryland Style Crab Cake$20.00
Broiled Sea Scallops$14.00
Escargot Bourguignonne$15.00
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$15.00
Louisiana Style Fried Lobster Tail$28.00
Butter Barbecue Shrimp$15.00
Broiled Lobster Tail
- 6oz$28.00
Baked Clams Casino (The House Specialty)$15.00

Salads

Served with a choice of blue cheese, ranch, thousand island or balsamic vinaigrette

Greek Salad$13.00
Lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and pepperoncini tossed in a classic Greek dressing
Caesar Salad$9.00
Crisp Romaine lettuce tossed in classic Caesar dressing
The Wedge$9.00
Iceberg lettuce with diced tomatoes, crumbled bacon, & blue cheese dressing
Mixed Green$6.00
A mixture of lettuce, carrots, red cabbage, tomatoes, and cucumbers

Entrees

All entrees are served with a choice of a baked potato, steak fries, the Barn potatoes, or fresh steamed broccoli (Our signature breadsticks & cheese and dinner rolls included)

Roast Prime Rib au Jus, the House Specialty
- Regular Cut (12-16oz)$45.00
- Princess Cut (7-8oz)$33.00
- Extra Thick Cut (20-22)$57.00
Charcoal Broiled Ribeye
From the heart of the prime rib
- 16oz$64.00
Charcoal Broiled New York Strip
A center cut boneless cut of sirloin
- 10oz$48.00
Charcoal Broiled Petite Filet
A small filet mignon
- 6oz$54.00
Charcoal Broiled Filet Mignon
The tenderest heart of beef
- 9oz$74.00
Charcoal Broiled Porterhouse
The combination of a filet & a sirloin
- 24oz$95.00
Charcoal Broiled Lamb Chops$40.00
Rib chops hand cut from the rack of lamb
Grilled Breast of Chicken$28.00
Marinated and charcoal grilled
French Fried Shrimp$30.00
From the gulf of Mexico, lightly breaded & fried to a golden brown
Broiled Sea Scallops$33.00
Large scallops broiled in herb butter & white wine
Maryland Style Crab Cakes$46.00
Made with the finest super lump crabmeat
Broiled Grouper Filet$30.00
Broiled with a lemon dill butter

Create Your Own Surf & Turf

Top Your Steak with Blue Cheese Butter $5. Add to Any Entree

Broiled Sea Scallops$14.00
Butter Barbecue Shrimp$15.00
Broiled Lobster Tail
- 6oz$28.00
Louisiana Style Fried Lobster Tail$28.00

Side Dishes

Sautéed Mushrooms in Sherry Butter$8.00
Creamed Spinach$8.00
Enough for 2
Homemade Onion Rings$8.00
Enough for 2
The Barn Potatoes$5.00
Potato wedges fried & seasoned with spices
Fresh Steamed Broccoli$5.00
Baked Idaho Potato$5.00
Steak Fries$5.00

For Our Junior Guests

Twelve and Under

French Fried Shrimp$16.00
Fried Chicken Tenders$7.00
Macaroni & Cheese$7.00

What 1,417 people are saying

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.2Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

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AmyB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a great experience for my daughters first time to AB for her birthday and she really enjoyed it
MW
MeredithW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
A little pricey, and from the 1950's, fantastic food
OT
OpenTable Diner
Exclusive
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall3food2service3ambience4
Father’s Day celebration dinner. The waitress was very attentive and knowledgeable of all the items on the menu. I ordered French fried shrimp. It literally was cocktail shrimp that was deep fried. It wasn’t very good. My husband had the prime rib su jus. It was decent but lacked sufficient seasoning. Since acquired by new ownership I must say the food quality has suffered.
WS
WendyS
Mobile
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall3food2service4ambience2
I have heard about this place for many years and decided to try it. Disappointing. I can say the bread was good, and my scallops were great. My mom liked her prime rib. My husbands steak was tough, not very flavorful. When my husband doesn't finish his steak, something is wrong. The waiter was great so I won't fault him (much) for forgetting our appetizer but he did make it up to us by comping a drink. The creme Brule wasn't chilled enough and tasted of burnt sugar at some areas. I ordered broccoli and it looked like a massive tree--very difficult to cut up in the small serving dish. And we were all very disappointed in the Caesar salad! I, am not sure there was dressing, only lots of parmesan cheese on it. I think in its heyday years ago, it was the best steakhouse in town. Unfortunately, it was not nearly close to the best steakhouse I've ever eaten. Especially, for the price.
BB
BeckyB
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience. Celebrated or 49th wedding anniversary. Love Aberdeen Barn.
BJ
BuddyJ
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Meal was execellant. We had prime rib, the best we have had in a long time, and crouper. Service was also execellant. Little dark, but our eyes adjusted.
DS
DonaldS
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall2food2service2ambience3
We have always enjoyed Aberdeen barn. We have dined there at least 6 or 7 times. It is expensive but we felt that the food quality was worth the price. However, this time, the beef wasn't nearly as tasty as I remembered. I don't feel like it was worth the price.
BE
BrianE
Raleigh
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food was excellent. Prime Rib amazing. Our server Mark was very attentive and gave great recommendations.
MT
MikeT
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Prime Rib and fried shrimp were both excellent - service was great
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We randomly selected the Aberdeen Barn as we were visiting Charlottesville and Wow we were very pleasantly surprised. The food and service were top notch…had a great hometown feel!
AM
AndreaM
Baltimore
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Birthday’s
OT
OpenTable Diner
Indiana
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall2food2service4ambience4
Paid 200 for what felt like Texas Roadhouse style food. It was good but for that price it should have been better
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always a pleasure to dine here. As patrons for over 20 years it is never anything but a delightful experience.
H
Hoos59
Washington DC
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
Your Margarita Drink could stand a lot of improvement. TASTE IS FLAT!
ME
MarkE
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This venue is good for those once a year occasions. The food is excellent but overpriced. Come with the expectation of a dinner for two costing well over $100 without alcohol or dessert being included.
KS
KenSomm
Richmond
44 reviews
vip
3.0
44 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall3food4service3ambience3
The price of the steaks is through the roof petite tenderloin 6oz = $54, filet Mignon 9oz=$74 with just a potato, no vegges great wine selection but red wine is much too warm to drink
TC
TimC
New England
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 20, 2022
overall2food2service2ambience2
Overpriced food and below average food and service. Fish was over cooked. Bread was hard. Salad was drenched in dressing. $75 steak tasted off. Very disappointing.
ML
MaryellenL
Richmond
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Barn is a iconic, been here FOREVER and never changes and thay's why it's the best place in Hoo'ville to go when you want outstanding food and service and ambiance Love it!!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience3
We ate dinner here while my husband and I were in town for a wedding. The best parts were definitely his filet mignon and my prime rib. While the meat was awesome, almost everything else left something to be desired. Service was slow and we were there for over two hours eating. My broccoli that I got for my side was cold upon coming out and the “barn potatoes” is just a potato cut into three pieces with nothing on it.
SP
StephanP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time there. Won’t be my last. Was amazing. I cannot wait to come back!
c
charno
Chicago
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
ad the ribeye and the prime rib. Both were high quality beef, perfectly prepared. Wine list is not huge but has some excellent wines. Service was attentive. it is steak house so stick the beef. Might seem a little spendy for Cville but worth it
R
Rick
Los Angeles
22 reviews
3.0
22 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience3
Service was great, but overall the experience was just okay. Food was good, but I felt it was overpriced. I was hopeful to find a great steakhouse here in the neighborhood, but this didn’t make my list.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and amazing service! An enjoyable evening all around! Prime rib and lamb chops were delicious!
LW
LarryW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Unbelievable meal and the waiter was one of the best we have ever had there. All your staff are great as well and we have and never will regret such a wonderful restaurant as the Aberdeen Barn.
HK
HeatherK
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall3food1service4ambience4
Over priced so dark inside had to use flashlight on phone to see steak….steak was under cooked sent it back came back tough and flavorless no seasoning on the steak…. Waiter didn’t come back until check time didn’t ask why all the steak left on both plates
JH
JenniferH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best steak house in town! Great food and excellent service.
RC
RichardC
Washington DC
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on May 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always the BEST!!!!!! Great staff and great food and drinks
M
Melissa
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a fine steakhouse. Excellent service and delicious, well prepared to order food. Good variety on the menu. All in all, a consistently great experience.
T
Todd
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious as always. The beef was super tender with wonderful flavor. Our chicken eater (who eats chicken at a steakhouse? A Californian.) was impressed with its tenderness and flavor. Shrimp cocktail and French onion soup were also enjoyed. If you like mushrooms don't pass up that side dish. Our waiter was very helpful, always there when needed but did not hover. Aberdeen Barn has never disappointed us.
AM
AnthonyM
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our dinner was fabulous and our server was flawless. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal from start to finish and the staff was pleasant and extremely attentive. Wonderful prime rib and lamb chops and the most tender lobster tail. We highly recommend.
T
Thomas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have been dining at the Aberdeen Barn for years and the food and service have always been great.
CE
CharityE
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our waiter was excellent he made the whole dining experience worth coming and wanting to come back again and again. You could tell he enjoyed his job and loved seeing familiar customers coming in and engaging with them on a one on one level
K
Keith
Washington DC
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Very friendly attentive service. Felt like I was part of the family.
JA
JonA
Adelaide
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall2food2service5ambience2
We were looking forward to eating at Aberdeen Barn but the meal was not a good value. Fish was overcooked, vegetables were poorly served: broccoli had not been trimmed and just a big hunk on the plate. Creamed spinach tasted like green giant creamed spinach, obviously not prepared in the kitchen. Meal for 5 over $500.
CP
ChiefPritch4266
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Second time there and still a great place for outstanding steaks! Service was fast and waiter checked in often! Highly recommended!
MG
MichaelG
Naples
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We had a great experience last night with old friends. Angelos and her staff made us feel welcomed and appreciated. the food was great and served in a reasonable amount of time.
c
contessa
San Francisco
18 reviews
vip
3.0
18 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience2
I ordered the Princess cut rib roast, which I have enjoyed here many times, but this evening it contained so much fat that could not be simply removed so that I left half of the entree on my plate, uneaten. I thought I could always count on an occasional treat of a slab of beef at The Aberdeen Barn, but I will not be coming back. On a positive note, the onion rings were devine.
GB
GabrielB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome food and great service. Get the prime rib it is world famous in my opinion. The shrimp cocktail is amazing and cocktail sauce is homemade. Great atmosphere. For four people it was over 200 but it was worth it. I cannot wait to go back.
JH
JasonH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a reservation and was about 15 mins early and got seated right away. From entrance, to being sat, served and our exit, experience was great! Service and food were wonderful and this was our second time dining here. We will definitely be back soon!
B
Bugsybee
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the best restaurant around service great food great just a great all around restaurant touch above.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Aberdeen Barn - Charlottesville is rated 4.4 stars by 1417 OpenTable diners.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 2, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

Google Map for Aberdeen Barn - Charlottesville

2018 Holiday Dr Charlottesville, VA 22901

Additional information

Cross street
Emmett St
Neighborhood
Charlottesville
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
We have a private parking lot adjacent to our building as well as street parking.
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Angel Diaz
Entertainment
Jazz music at our piano bar on Friday & Saturday evenings.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.aberdeenbarn.com/
Phone number
(434) 296-4630
Private party facilities
Aberdeen Barn is the perfect setting for your wedding rehearsal dinner, holiday party, business dinner or any special occasion that demands an excellent meal & exceptional service. We offer versatile accommodations & a wide selection of menu choices for any size gathering.
Private party contact
Angela: (434) 296-4630

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Aberdeen Barn - Charlottesville

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Steak Fries

Baked Idaho Potato

Creamed Spinach

Appetizers

French Onion Soup$9.00

Baked Oyster Rockefeller$15.00

Homemade Onion Rings$8.00

Maryland Style Crab Cake$20.00

Broiled Sea Scallops$14.00

Escargot Bourguignonne$15.00

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$15.00

Louisiana Style Fried Lobster Tail$28.00

Butter Barbecue Shrimp$15.00

Broiled Lobster Tail

Baked Clams Casino (The House Specialty)$15.00

Salads

Greek Salad$13.00

Caesar Salad$9.00

The Wedge$9.00

Mixed Green$6.00

Entrees

Roast Prime Rib au Jus, the House Specialty

Charcoal Broiled Ribeye

Charcoal Broiled New York Strip

Charcoal Broiled Petite Filet

Charcoal Broiled Filet Mignon

Charcoal Broiled Porterhouse

Charcoal Broiled Lamb Chops$40.00

Grilled Breast of Chicken$28.00

French Fried Shrimp$30.00

Broiled Sea Scallops$33.00

Maryland Style Crab Cakes$46.00

Broiled Grouper Filet$30.00

Create Your Own Surf & Turf

Broiled Sea Scallops$14.00

Butter Barbecue Shrimp$15.00

Broiled Lobster Tail

Louisiana Style Fried Lobster Tail$28.00

Side Dishes

Sautéed Mushrooms in Sherry Butter$8.00

Creamed Spinach$8.00

Homemade Onion Rings$8.00

The Barn Potatoes$5.00

Fresh Steamed Broccoli$5.00

Baked Idaho Potato$5.00

Steak Fries$5.00

For Our Junior Guests

French Fried Shrimp$16.00

Fried Chicken Tenders$7.00

Macaroni & Cheese$7.00

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