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1. Black Cow Chophouse

4.8

Exceptional(598)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Charlottesville

Booked 42 times today

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.

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2. 1799 at The Clifton

4.7

Exceptional(795)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Charlottesville

Booked 10 times today

We are serving a wonderful ala carte menu with many delicious & unique options. We have an award winning wine list, and cocktail menu available as well - ask about our 'smoked' cocktails. Set in a charming and historic house on a ridge overlooking The Rivanna River in Charlottesville, Virginia, 1799 at The Clifton is committed to cooking beautiful, locally sourced food in a warm yet chic atmosphere. Michelin Starred Chef Matthew Bousquet and his team are dedicated to giving you the best of new Piedmont cooking in a special way. Come and explore the offerings of our Chef’s seasonal menus, featuring the bounty of our own organic vegetable and herb garden. We look forward to making your visit truly memorable! Please make any requests on seating preferences, using the reservation notes. We will do our absolute best to accommodate all request based on availability.

3. Ten

4.7

Exceptional(1139)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Charlottesville

Booked 16 times today

Ten is a modern Japanese tapas style restaurant, centrally located on Charlottesville's Downtown Mall. Since 2006, Ten has served a variety of both traditional and original cuisine. Chef Pei Jen Chang sources ingredients from the finest local, regional, and international sea and farm purveyors, and strives to offer fare that will appeal to the gamut of culinary palates. Our bar menu boasts an extensive wine list, an assortment of imported and local craft beers, as well as one of the largest collections of sake in Virginia. In addition, we offer a unique selection of libations, such as hand-crafted Asian inspired cocktails, assembled using inventive, authentic ingredients, or a 'Sake Flight', which allows for the subtle, intricate flavors of three selected varietals to be experienced. The meaning of the Japanese word 'Ten' is 'heaven' or 'celebration', and our highest goal is to create an elevated, adventurous, and intimate dining experie

4. C&O

4.9

Exceptional(920)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Charlottesville

Booked 22 times today

Dinner is served in our mezzanine, bistro and upstairs dining rooms, Tuesday through Saturday. Reservations are for dinner only, please. Bar seats operate on a first come, first serve basis, and cannot be reserved.We cannot accommodate parties larger than 10. Due to the layout of our restaurant, we are unable to accommodate pets on our patio.

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5. Public Fish & Oyster

4.8

Exceptional(2766)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Charlottesville

Booked 51 times today

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.

6. The Local

4.3

Awesome(2604)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Charlottesville

Booked 24 times today

UVA Graduation Weekend: May 17-19: Please see experience listed belowCome visit and experience The Local!We believe everyone should experience meals that feature delicately prepared fresh local ingredients in a great atmosphere. In our corner of the world, everyone's a Local. EAT, DRINK, & BE LOCAL.Note that when selecting outside, you will be in a covered area.

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7. The Ivy Inn Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(3942)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Charlottesville

Booked 23 times today

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.

8. Mockingbird

4.5

Awesome(22)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Southern • Charlottesville

Booked 10 times today

Mockingbird: Where Southern Charm Meets Virginia BountyLocated in Charlottesville's Belmont neighborhood, Mockingbird is a destination for those who appreciate Southern cuisine with a modern twist. Chef Melissa Close-Hart, an Alabamian, passionately crafts a menu that highlights Virginia's fresh, seasonal ingredients while honoring Southern flavors.Step into our beautifully restored 19th-century building and enjoy a lively bar and inviting atmosphere. Sunlight fills the space, showcasing exposed brick walls and elegant wood floors. Choose between cozy indoor seating or vibrant outdoor patio to soak in the neighborhood's charm.Our menu features Southern classics reimagined with creativity. Start with our signature biscuit basket, served with honey butter, pepper jelly, and apple butter. For appetizers, try the fried green tomatoes with whipped pimento cheese or crispy Double H Farms pork belly. For main course, savor our Southern shrimp and grits, featuring NOLA-style BBQ shrimp.

9. Maya

4.8

Exceptional(1566)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Southern • Charlottesville

Booked 9 times today

Maya is now accepting reservations from 4:30-8:30 every day as well as curbside take out orders during the same hours. Enjoy happy hour at the bar from 4:30-7 or our late night bar Thursday through Saturday. Please visit our homepage to see our updated selections daily. Please call if you require a reservation over 8 guests or specialized seating requests. Seating preferences will be honored based on volume and staffing. Located in the center of Charlottesville Virginia’s Midtown, MAYA serves dinner 7 days a week. Our made from scratch menu is prepared daily in honor of the Old Southern Kitchen.

10. Cafe Frank

4.6

Exceptional(386)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Charlottesville

Booked 12 times today

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!

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TanyaVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent good ad excellent service! Craig was delightful with his recommendations
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The LocalPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Charlottesville
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4.3
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SteveVIP
Virginia •14 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food and service very good. Bar room seating atmosphere was very lively.
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C&OPrice: Very Expensive• American• Charlottesville
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4.9
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Kelly
Virginia •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great experience! Everything was delicious and plated beautifully. Service was great - they even sent over a complimentary dessert for a birthday at the table. Excited to go back!
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TenPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Charlottesville
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4.7
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ValerieVIP
Northwest Florida •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Food was outstanding - raw oysters, flounder, mussels all wonderful. Excellent wine and beer offerings.
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Public Fish & OysterPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Charlottesville
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4.8
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Jeanne
Virginia •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 24, 2025
The food was exceptional and the service friendly and appropriately attentive.
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The Ivy Inn RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Charlottesville
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4.9

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