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Quick StatsBest Breakfast
- Bodo's Bagel Bakery
- Tavern
Best Healthy
- Arch's Frozen Yogurt
- Martha's Café
- The Pita Pit
- Take it Away
Best Wings
- Wild Wing Café
- Biltmore Grill
Best Place to Take Your Parents
- Boar's Head Inn
- C&O
- Downtown Grille
- Duner's
- Hamilton's
- South Street Brewery
College Prowler Take
Everyone agrees that the restaurants in Charlottesville are fantastic and plentiful. The food quality and restaurant options are what make it feel more like a big city. The Corner has tons of college-type cafés and restaurants that are fun and convenient. They offer everything from standard bar food to Caribbean, Asian, and European fare. The Corner is very popular for lunch and casual dinners, while the Downtown Mall has many amazing restaurants that feature even more adventurous food and wine (C&O, Rapture, Hamilton’s, Escafe, and more), and it is a popular destination for students seeking a nicer meal. Of course, there are restaurants all over, but in Charlottesville there are definitely more really memorable and incredible places than not. Don’t be surprised if, by the time you graduate from UVA, there are restaurants in Charlottesville that you’ve never gotten a chance to sample. Generally, your first two years at UVA, you find yourself wrapped up more in the food on campus and on the Corner, and sometimes you don’t run into the hidden treasures that Charlottesville has to offer. In your later years, when transportation is easier and you are getting comfortable enough to be adventurous, you start to really see how much there is out there in Charlottesville dining. Try to get off-campus and out on the restaurant scene earlier in your college career. Your stomach will thank you for it! Students Speak Out
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UVAAC says: University of Virginia 2014 Other  |
Food is one thing Charlottesville...
Food is one thing Charlottesville will never run out of, and a number of restaurants are within walking distance of the school, located on The Corner. Mellow Mushroom is an absolute must if you visit the school---best pizza south of the Mason-Dixon Line and a fun restaurant to go to. Martha's Café is also tasty and really cute, and Yuan Ho has the best take-out Chinese in town.
Off-Campus Dining: March 02, 2009
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UVALJ says: University of Virginia 2014 History |
The restaurants off campus are all...
The restaurants off campus are all pretty good. There are a lot of different options and places that are easy to take out from or have delivered. The restaurants are all within walking distance on the Corner, but it's easier to drive to the ones that are downtown. There are some really expensive and some cheap restaurants there, too. I enjoy Revolutionary Soup and Basil on the Corner. Downtown, I like Bisou and Zocalo.
Off-Campus Dining: February 26, 2009
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UVAJD says: University of Virginia 2014 Law and Legal Studies |
Charlottesville actually has tons...
Charlottesville actually has tons of awesome restaurants, really anything you could want. The Corner is within walking distance from anywhere on grounds and has plenty of options. The classic spot on the Corner is Virginian, especially at night. Boylan Heights has awesome burgers, but go to White Spot for a cheaper and also delicious burger.
Off-Campus Dining: February 25, 2009
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UVAKP says: University of Virginia 2016 Business |
Charlottesville has great dining;...
Charlottesville has great dining; the area just by grounds called the Corner has a lot of really good (and fairly cheap) lunch spots, and the downtown area just a trolley ride away has more upscale places. Downtown is a lot better when it's nice out, though, since the main street is a pedestrian-only walkway, and all the restaurants serve customers on seating on the huge sidewalk. The biggest UVa staples are Little John's, a deli; Christian's Pizza, or, alternatively, Mellow Muchroom; and everyone's favorite, Bodo's, the cheapest and most delicious bagels outside of New York. And the coffee ain't bad either!
Off-Campus Dining: February 19, 2009
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Anonymous says: |
There is great food everywhere in...
There is great food everywhere in Charlottesville. Just ask, and you will find the good ones. |
FactsStudent Favorites
- Asian Express
- Baja Bean Company
- Biltmore Grill
- Bodo's Bagel Bakery
- Café Europa
- Christian's Pizza
- Little John's
- Martha's Café
- Michael's Bistro
- Take It Away
- The Virginian
- White Spot
Other Places to Check Out
- Basil
- Blue Light Grill
- Boylan Heights
- The Melting Pot
- Rapture (International)
- Splendora
- Ten
24-Hour Dining
- Little John's
- Pita Pit
- White Spot
Grocery Stores
Harris Teeter
975 Emmet St. N., Barracks Shopping Center
(434) 984-2900
Kroger
1904 Emmet St. N, Barracks Shopping Center
(434) 295-8334
Restaurant Listing
The Pita Pit
Pita sandwiches with tons of toppings and different sauces
104 14th St. NW, just behind the Corner
(434) 977-PITA
www.pitapit.com
Price: $4-$8
You get to create your own pita!
Hours: Tuesday–Saturday 11:30 a.m.–3:30 a.m., Sunday–Monday 11:30 a.m.–1 a.m.
Mono Loco
Cuban
200 Water St., next to the Downtown Mall
(434) 979-0688
Price: $5-$15
Beautiful décor, wonderful atmosphere. You can sit outside on a patio streamed with lights and lovely trees.
Hours: Monday–Friday 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m., 5:30 p.m.–11:30 p.m., Saturday 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m., 5:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.–2 p.m., 5:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m.
Revolutionary Soup
Soups, salads, wraps
104 14th St. NW
(434) 979-9988
www.revolutionarysoup.com
Price: $5-$10
The location is stocked with the perfect supplies for a picnic on a nice day, including a great selection of wine and appetizers.
Hours: Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Qdoba
Mexican
1415 University Ave.
(434) 293-6299
www.qdoba.com
Price: $5-$10
They have multiple televisions including a big flatscreen in the back that is perfect for watching the game while enjoying your food.
Hours: Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m.-9 p.m.
Miller's
American (steaks, seafood, sandwiches, vegetarian)
109 W. Main St., on the Downtown Mall
(434) 971-8511
Price: $5-$15
Dave Matthews used to bartend here (supposedly it was his inspiration for the song entitled “Bartender” and many others). There is great live music here almost every night (Jazz night on Thursdays).
Hours: Monday–Saturday 10:30 a.m.–1:30 a.m., Sunday 12:30 p.m.–1:30 a.m.
Martha's Café
American (lots of vegetarian choices, pasta, salads, Asian theme)
11 Elliewood Ave.
(434) 971-7530
Price: $5-$10
This restaurant is in a beautiful, old, blue house where students used to live in the ‘60s and ‘70s. The inside walls are covered with modern art. The bathroom has fish swimming in the bathtub.
Hours: Daily 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m., 5:30 p.m.–9 p.m.
Little John's
Subs, salads, muffins, brownies
1427 University Ave., on the Corner
(434) 977-0588
Price: $5-$10
Students love to come here for a late night bite.
Hours: Daily 24 hours
Michael's Bistro
American (sandwiches, salads, fresh meats)
1427 University Ave., on the Corner
(434) 977-3697
Price: $5-$15
There's a small balcony where you can sit at sunset and look out as far as the Blue Ridge. It also offers a great people-watcher's view of the Corner below.
Hours: Monday–Friday 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m.–10 p.m., Saturday 12 p.m.–2:30 p.m., 3 p.m.–10 p.m.
Mellow Mushroom
Pizza, calzones, hoagies, and salads
1309 W. Main St.
(434) 972-9366
www.mellowmushroom.com
Price: $5-$10
There's outside seating, lots of TVs, and strange inside decorations.
Hours: Monday–Saturday 11 a.m.–2 a.m., Sunday 12 p.m.–2 a.m.
Sakura Sushi & Noodles
Japanese
105 14th St. NW
(434) 923-0238
Price: $10-$25
Sake bombing is available at the location and is much enjoyed by many UVA students.
Hours: Daily 12 p.m.-10 p.m.
Thai ‘99
Thai
2210 Fontaine Ave. Ext.
(434) 245-5263
Price: $8-$15
Hours: Monday–Saturday 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 5 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Tavern
Breakfast
Corner of Emmet St. and Barracks Rd.
(434) 295-0404
Price: $4-$8
This breakfast spot is an old, historic fixture at UVA. On the roof is written in white letters, “Where Townspeople and Students Meet.”
Hours: Daily 7 a.m.–3 p.m.
White Spot
American (burgers, fries, gyros)
1407 University Ave., on the Corner
(434) 295-9899
Price: $5-$10
This spot features the great “Gus Burger” (a fried egg on top of a burger), which has become a UVA late-night bite tradition at 2 a.m. after a wild night on the town.
Hours: Sunday–Tuesday 8 a.m.–11 p.m.
The Virginian
American (great sandwiches—especially the BLT—crab cakes, steaks
1521 University Ave., on the Corner
434-984-4667
Price: $8-$15
This is the oldest restaurant in Charlottesville. The walls are decorated with historic photographs of UVA boys who used to frequent here.
Hours: Sunday–Thursday 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
Take it Away
Deli sandwiches with great house dressings and fresh baked bread
115 Elliewood Ave., just off the Corner
(434) 295-1899
Price: $4-$8
Very cool jazz music and beautiful posters and paintings to admire while you wait for a good sandwich. Students love to come here during the week in between classes and grab a lunch.
Hours: Monday–Saturday 10 a.m.–7 p.m.
St. Marteen's Café
American (hot wings, cheese fries)
1400 Wertland St., just behind the Corner
(434) 293-2233
Price: $5-$15
The restaurant is filled with a Caribbean motif and a big UVA drinking scene.
Hours: Daily 11 a.m.–2 a.m.
South Street Brewery
American
106 W. South St.
(434) 293-6550
www.southstreetbrewery.com
Price: $10-$20
Hours: Monday-Thursday 5 p.m.-10 p.m., Friday-Saturday 5 p.m.-12 a.m.
Sticks
American (meats on sticks, hummus, roasted eggplant, salads, rice)
917 Preston Ave.
(434) 295-5262
Price: $5-$10
Offers a healthy alternative to fast food.
Hours: Monday–Saturday 11 a.m.–9 p.m.
Starr Hill Restaurant and Brewery
American (crab cakes, award-winning brew master)
709 W. Main St., between the Corner and the Downtown Mall
(434) 977-0017
Price: $10-$15
This is a great place to hear live music from touring bands. Supposedly, Faulkner's grandsons own this restaurant/bar.
Hours: Daily 4 p.m.–2 a.m.
Lemongrass
Thai, Vietnamese
104 14th St. NW
(434) 244-8424
Price: $10-$25
Although the restaurant is small and you may have to wait for awhile to get a table, they serve amazing authentic Thai fare.
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 5 p.m.-9 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 12 p.m.-9 p.m.
Bodo's Bagel Bakery
Breakfast
Emmet St. and Preston Ave.
(434) 977-9598 (434) 293-5224
Price: $3-$5
Everyone loves to go to Bodo's after a heavy night of drinking. It can sometimes seem very crowded on a Sunday morning, but the line moves right along.
Hours: Monday–Friday 6:30 a.m.–8 p.m., Saturday 7 a.m.–8 p.m., Sunday 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Boar's Head Inn
American, with a Southern touch
200 Ednam Dr.
(434) 296-2181
Price: $15-$25
Hours: Monday–Saturday 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m., 6 p.m.–9 p.m.
C&O
French/American
515 E. Water St.
(434) 971-7044
Price: $15-$20
C&O is in one of the oldest buildings in Charlottesville, offering a quaint, historic atmosphere. Superb cheese plate and wine selection, three-course meals. A great place to take your parents for parent's weekend!
Hours: Sunday–Thursday 5:30 p.m.–10 p.m., Friday–Saturday 5:30 p.m.–11 p.m.
Buddhist Biker Bar & Grill
American (crab cakes, grilled BBQ shrimp, risotto cakes)
20 Elliewood Ave.
(434) 971-9181
Price: $10-$20
Inside there is vaulted ceiling with a painted pond and suspended canoe
Hours: Monday–Saturday 5 p.m.–2 a.m.
Bizou
American “upscale down-home cookin'” (seafood, steak, “smashed potatoes”)
119 W. Main St., on the Downtown Mall
(434) 977-1818
Price: $8-$15
This place has red booths and black-and-white movie posters everywhere!
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m.–9 p.m., Friday–Saturday 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m.–10 p.m.
Arch's Frozen Yogurt
Dessert foods (sandwiches and salads are now offered, too)
104 14th St. NW
(434) 984-2724
Price: $4-$8
The best frozen yogurt ever!
Hours: Monday–Friday 9 a.m.–11 p.m., Saturday–Sunday 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
Biltmore Grill
American (burgers, sandwiches, a divine chocolate chip cookie pie desert)
16 Elliewood Ave.
(434) 293-6700
Price: $5-$15
There's a big deck for outside seating, $2 drafts on Tuesday nights, on Thursdays from 8–9 p.m. every drink (no matter what it is) costs $1.
Hours: Daily 11 a.m.–10:30 p.m.
Baja Bean Company
California Mexican
1327 W. Main St.
(434) 293-4507
Price: $5-$10
Tuesday night karaoke!
Hours: Daily 11 a.m.–2 a.m.
Cafe Europa
Mediterranean
1331 W. Main St.
(434) 295-4040
www.cafeeuropa.blogspot.com
Price: $5-$10
Hours: Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Saturday 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday 10:30 p.m.-9 p.m.
Guadalajara
Mexican
805 E. Market St., near the Downtown Mall
434-977-2676
Price: $5-$10
Great Mexican food!
Hours: Daily 11 a.m.–10 p.m.
Flaming Wok
Chinese, Korean, Japanese
1305 Seminole Trail
(434) 974-6555
Price: $8-$15
The chef prepares your meal right in front of you at your table—over flaming hot coals, no less!
Hours: Daily 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m.
Hotcakes
Fancy, quick gourmet meals pre-made (quiche, prime rib, rosalita dip)
1137 Emmet St.
(434) 295-6037
Price: $5-$10
Nice atmosphere, if you choose to stay and eat in their little Café. Very good food.
Hours: Monday–Saturday 9 a.m.–8 p.m.
Hamilton's
Contemporary gourmet American cuisine (fresh meats, game, crab cakes, vegetarian)
101 W. Main St., on the Downtown Mall
(434) 295-6649
Price: $10-$20
Arty modern decor; lovely atmosphere. Hamilton's is very pricey—a good place to bring your parents for parents-weekend.
Hours: Monday–Saturday 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m., 5:30 p.m.–10 p.m.
Escafé
Asian/American with an international twist (cilantro and brie quesadillas, salads, vegetarian, soups)
Downtown Mall
(434) 295-8668
Price: $5-$10
Great murals, lovely lighting, wonderful people-watching opportunities.
Hours: Tuesday–Wednesday 5:30 p.m.–12 a.m., Thursday–Saturday 5:30 p.m.–11 p.m., Sunday 4:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Coupe DeVille's
American (sandwiches, Peruvian-style rotisserie)
9 Elliewood Ave.
(434) 977-3966
Price: $5-$10
They have great live music outside on the terrace. Rolling Stone rated them very highly as having some of the best music in a college town.
Hours: Monday–Saturday 4 p.m.–2 a.m.
Christian's Pizza
Pizza and calzones
100 14th St. NW
(434) 872-0436
Price: $10-$20
Duner's
American (fresh seafood, meats, pasta, vegetarian options, fine desserts)
250 West in Ivy
(434) 293-8352
Price: $10-$20
Hours: Daily 5 p.m.–10 p.m.
Downtowne Grille
American
201 W. Main St.
(434) 817-7080
www.downtowngrille.com
Price: $15-$30
Hours: Monday-Thursday 5 p.m.-10 p.m., Friday-Saturday 5 p.m.-11 p.m., Sunday 5 p.m.-9 p.m.
Did You Know?The people of Charlottesville definitely know how to eat well. There are many, many fabulous restaurants in town—be sure to get to as many as you can. Also keep an eye out for some great food and wine festivals that frequently come to town throughout the year (such as the Vegetarian Festival, Taste of the Nation, and the Virginia Wine Festival).
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