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Look at that wood-fired grill. - Black Cow Chophouse, Charlottesville, VA

Black Cow Chophouse

4.9 (563)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
420 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903-5540

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
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Experiences

  • UVA Graduation Weekend 2025

    $25.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 16, 2025 - May 18, 2025
    We will be serving a three course prix fixe menu for $95 per person to celebrate our UVA class of 2025. A $25.00 per person deposit is required upon booking. Please note that refunds will not be given for UVA Graduation schedule changes for any reason, including weather.

What 563 people are saying

Black Cow Chophouse reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Steakhouse

  • Charlottesville

    Best Overall

  • Charlottesville

    Best Food

  • Charlottesville

    Best Service

  • Charlottesville

    Best Value

  • Charlottesville

    Hot spot

  • Charlottesville

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Charlottesville

    Good for special occasions

  • Charlottesville

    Lively

  • Charlottesville

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Black Cow Chophouse offers an "exceptional dining experience" with impeccable service and "amazing food." Known for perfectly cooked steaks and a welcoming atmosphere, it's ideal for special occasions. The happy hour steak is a standout, and the menu accommodates dietary needs with ease. Reservations are recommended due to high demand.

563 Reviews
  1. Thony

    Richmond6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was just fantastic! Steak was cooked perfectly. Side dishes were beyond expectations. The service was exceptional, from the person greeting us at the door to the person/people bringing our food and drinks, they were fantastic.

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  2. Vicky

    San Francisco5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Get there early for the happy hour food and drink specials. My filet was terrific! Already planning our next visit.

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  3. Benjamin

    Dallas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great local find with locally sourced beef. Superb cuts at a better price than the national chop houses. Brussels sprouts set out of this world good. Excellent service and very good wine selection. I would highly recommend this place to anyone living or visiting CVille

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  4. Charlotte

    Richmond17 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Th noise level from the street was very high, but I feel it was the he price for sitting outside. Our server was great. It was unfortunate at 6:30 they were already sold out of the baseball cut and the skewer. Our food was delicious , albeit, pricey. I do like this restaurant and will return for special occasions.

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  5. Chris

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a truly exceptional experience at Black Cow Chophouse for my wife’s birthday dinner. From the moment we arrived, the hospitality stood out—Thomas at the host stand made an instant connection with my wife over equestrian, and the team seamlessly accommodated our last-minute switch to outdoor seating. The food was outstanding, but what made the evening unforgettable was our server, John. His attention to detail and thoughtful service made the night incredibly special. We’ll absolutely be back—this place delivers not just a great meal, but a memorable experience.

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  6. Addie

    Richmond4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and food. We sat outside which was very nice and all the drinks and sides were amazing . The steaks were also good but I would say overcooked. I ordered medium rare and my steak was barely pink. My fiance ordered medium well and it was well done. They were still tasty though.

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  7. Morgan

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed our experience at Black Cow! Our server, John, was welcoming and knowledgeable. He listened to our preferences and gave encouraging recommendations based on those and we all tried a new-to-us cut of meat! We finished the meal satisfied by the portions but not overly gorged which left us able to try the Lemon Honey Creme Brûlée as a table and it was the perfect palette finisher. We will most definitely be back!

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  8. Michael

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the moment we walked in, Black Cow Chophouse delivered an exceptional dining experience. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between upscale and comfortable, making it ideal for a date night or special occasion. The service was impeccable—attentive without being overbearing, and genuinely welcoming

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  9. Cole

    Richmond3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and wonderful service. bring money lol pricey but worth it

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  10. Ranie

    Wilmington1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Celebrated our anniversary at Black Cow. Our waitress was great and started us off with a free glass of bubbly! Our steaks were perfect. We choose the side of creamed spinach also yummy! Definitely recommend this restaurant

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FAQs

Black Cow Chophouse is rated 4.9 stars by 563 OpenTable diners.

Black Cow Chophouse does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Black Cow Chophouse

420 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903-5540

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Charlottesville
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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