The dining options in Charlottesville's lively restaurant scene are as varied and unique as you will find anywhere. Hungry travelers can choose from restaurants featuring contemporary American cuisine, European fare, or ethnic dishes. You can enjoy dining in many of the Charlottesville bistros and cafés offering gourmet coffee and homemade delicacies. Discovery Map will help guide you to find exceptional choices for dining during your stay in Charlottesville.

Aberdeen Barn

2018 Holiday Dr—The "Prime" location for dinner since 1965. Serving the finest prime rib, steaks & seafood in a relaxing candlelit atmosphere. Extensive wine list & live entertainment at the piano bar. Open daily from 5pm.

www.aberdeenbarn.com

434-296-4630

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• Aberdeen Barn

Baja Bean Restaurante y Cantina

California style fresh Mexican fare. Creative fresh food, great portions, reasonable prices, kids' menu, tasty vegetarian options and fresh fruit margaritas. W. Main has a patio, 29 North is smoke free.

• 1327 W Main St, THE CORNER—434-293-4507.
• 2291 Seminole Ln—434-975-1070.

www.bajabean.com

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• Baja Bean Restaurante y Cantina (Airport)
• Baja Bean Restaurante y Cantina (The Corner)

Ben & Jerry's

1112 Emmet St—BARRACKS RD. A Scoop Shop is more than just tasting the best ice cream products around. It's a ten-minute vacation, a bit of self-indulgence, a joy for the belly and soul.

www.benjerry.com

434-249-4896

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• Ben & Jerry's

Boylan Heights

102 14th St NW—THE CORNER. Looking for the best burger you have ever tasted? Great corner location, smoke free, pool tables upstairs, live music Th-Sa, parking nearby and all the buzz you can handle. Open late too.

434-984-5707

www.boylan-heights.com

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• Boylan Heights

Café Cubano

112 W Main St Ste 10—DOWNTOWN. Café Cubano is a prime venue for people watching. It specializes in Cuban-style coffee plus an extensive breakfast, lunch and dinner offering. Located in York Place on the Downtown Mall.

434-245-9839

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• CafĂ© Cubano

Cassis

210 W Water St—Hip, gorgeous French-American bistro with outstanding dishes for dinner and Sunday brunch. The menu features French home cooking: beef burgundy, duck confit, country poultry and steak frites. Patio dining available.

www.cassisrestaurant.com

434-979-0188

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• Cassis

Chap's Ice Cream

223 E Main St—DOWNTOWN. For over 18 years Chaps has made homemade gourmet ice cream with no artificial ingredients. Food from the grill includes burgers and sandwiches, doughnuts, diner fare and great cakes.

434-977-4139

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• Chap's Ice Cream

D'Ambola's

9278 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Afton, VA—Romantic Italian Restaurant specializing in fine house-made sauces and Italian regional dishes. Seafood is a specialty with pasta, chicken, and veal offerings.

www.dambolas.com

540-456-4556

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• D'Ambola's

Downtown Grille

201 W Main St—DOWNTOWN. Serving Midwestern corn fed beef, seafood, and award winning wine list. Exquisite dining. Banquet service for groups of 50 or less. M-Th 5-10pm, F-Sa 5-11pm, Su 5-9pm.

www.downtowngrille.com

434-817-7080

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• Downtown Grille

Expresso Italian Villa

129 N Emmet St—A 30-year tradition, serving home-style American and Italian food in a relaxed setting. American breakfast served all day, pizza, pasta, burgers, gyros, & more! Open late 7 days, 6am to 2am.

www.expressoitalianvilla.com

434-296-9977

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• Expresso Italian Villa

Hamilton's at First & Main

101 W Main St—DOWNTOWN. This very popular fine dining restaurant on the historic Downtown Mall serves exquisite New American cuisine while maintaining simple and comfortable elegance.

www.hamiltonsrestaurant.com

434-295-6649

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• Hamilton's at First & Main

Horse & Hound Gastropub

625 W Main St—We specialize in good food, great beers and a relaxed atmosphere where families and friends have good times. Huge outdoor patio and plenty of onsite parking. We look forward to serving you!

www.horseandhoundgastropub.com

434-293-3365

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• Horse & Hound Gastropub

Hot Cakes

1137 Emmet St, Ste A—BARRACKS RD. C-ville's premier gourmet cafe and bakery. Near UVA at Barracks Road. Fresh, inventive food at reasonable prices. Voted C-ville's best. Open 7 days w/Sunday brunch 10am-2pm.

www.hotcakes.biz

434-295-6037

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• Hot Cakes

Maya Restaurant

633 W Main St—New restaurant featuring food for the soul. Southern cuisine in an historic setting. Outdoor dining available in season. Near the train station.

www.maya-restaurant.com

434-979-MAYA

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• Maya Restaurant

Mellow Mushroom

1321 University Ave—THE CORNER. Largest selection of beer in town. Your palate will be tantalized with specialty health items including pizza, calzones, and salads. Enjoy our 100" projection TV. On The Corner.

www.mellowmushroom.com

434-972-9366

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• Mellow Mushroom

Miller's

109 W Main St—DOWNTOWN. Formerly a historic downtown drugstore, Miller's now offers American cuisine, one of the largest outdoor cafés, billiards and a variety of nightly entertainment.

www.millersdowntown.com

434-971-8511

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• Miller's

The Nook

415 E Main St—DOWNTOWN. A Charlottesville family favorite since 1951. Big breakfasts, luscious lunches, delightful dinners and delectable homemade desserts. 52 varieties of French toast.

434-466-9515

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• The Nook

Rapture Restaurant

303 E Main St—DOWNTOWN. A stylish downtown institution, Rapture serves diverse fare, from burgers to fusion dishes, and nightlife equally tantalizing, with billiard tables and Charlottesville's premier dance club—R2.

www.rapturerestaurant.com

434-293-9526

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• Rapture Restaurant

Siips

212 E Main St—DOWNTOWN. Charlottesville's only wine & champagne bar, located on the Downtown Mall. Offering 70 wines and champagnes by the glass. Lunch & tasting menu served daily. Visit our retail wine shop.

www.siipswine.com

434-872-0057

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• Siips

Zazus

2214 Ivy Rd, Ste 111—Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Hot wraps, cold roll-ups, fresh salads and homemade soups. Fast, fresh and made-to-order. Relaxed atmosphere. Outdoor seating available. Vegan and vegetarian options available.

434-293-3454

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• Zazus

Zinc

420 W Main St—Traditional French bistro matched with Charlottesville style! Large inviting patio and cozy dining room provide a great setting to enjoy Zinc's locally obtained ingredients. Located near downtown with onsite parking.

www.comptoirzinc.com

434-245-9462

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• Zinc

Zocalo

201 E Main St—DOWNTOWN. Zocalo is located in the center of the Historic Downtown Mall. We serve cuisine that is Latin inspired and seasonally influenced. Large patio makes for great people-watching. Sunday brunch 10am-2pm.

www.zocalo-restaurant.com

434-977-4944

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• Zocalo