Charlottesville Area Restaurants
The following restaurants include independent locally operated establishments,
but do not include quick service restaurants.
Please select how you would like these restaurants sorted.
Aberdeen Barn
Steak / Seafood
29 North
2018 Holiday Dr
Charlottesville, VA 22901
A local favorite since 1965. Enjoy Certified Aged Angus Beef cooked to perfection.
Baja Bean, Norte
Mexican / Latin
29 North
2291 Seminole Ln
Charlottesville, VA 22901
Baja Bean serves fresh, flavorful, unique Southern California style Mexican cuisine.
Baja Bean, The Corner
Mexican / Latin
UVA Area
1327 W Main St
Charlottesville, VA 22903
Baja Bean serves fresh, flavorful, unique Southern California style Mexican cuisine.
Bodo's Bagels, Emmet
Bakery / Breakfast / Bagel
UVA Area
1418 Emmet St
Charlottesville, VA 22903
Authentic NY water bagels made from scratch everyday. A local favorite since 1988.
Bodos Bagels, Preston
Bakery / Breakfast / Bagel
Downtown
505 Preston Ave
Charlottesville, VA 22903
Authentic NY water bagels made from scratch everyday. A local favorite since 1988.
Bodos Bagels, University
Bakery / Breakfast / Bagel
UVA Area
1609 University Ave
Charlottesville, VA 22903
Authentic NY water bagels made from scratch everyday. A local favorite since 1988.
C & O
American
Downtown
515 Water St.
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Since 1976 the C&O has set the standard for fine cuisine, service and ambiance.
Downtown Grille
American
Downtown
201 W Main St
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Serving the finest beef, seafood and live lobster in an upscale dining atmosphere.
Flaming Wok
Asian / Indian
29 North
1305 Seminole Trail
Charlottesville, VA 22901
Featuring Chinese and Japanese cuisines, Hibachi tables and Sushi-Sashimi
Hamiltions' at First & Main
Contemporary
Downtown
101 W Main St
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Serving contemporary American cuisine featuring local produce and organic specials.
Hot Cakes
American
UVA Area
1137 A Emmet St
Charlottesville, VA 22901
Charlottesville’s premier gourmet café, bakery and take out.
Inn at Court Square
Southern / Cajun
Downtown
410 E Jefferson Ave
Charlottesville, VA 22902
A beautifully restored 1700’s inn serving exceptional southern inspired dishes.
L'etoile
French / Mediterranean
Downtown
817 W Main St
Charlottesville, VA 22903
Romantic setting coupled with Virginia cuisine infused with French culinary techniques.
Local
Contemporary
Downtown
824 Hinton Ave
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Authentic neighborhood bistro featuring a creative menu and great wine list.
Maya
Southern / Cajun
Downtown
633 W Main St
Charlottesville, VA 22903
Offers fresh, local and seasonal fare in honor of the Old Southern Kitchens.
Melting Pot
American
Downtown
501 E Water St
Charlottesville, VA 22902
For the perfect fondue experience, dip into something different, the Melting Pot!
Michie Tavern
American
East
683 Thomas Jefferson Pkwy
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Come experience the past and glimpse life in the recreated 18th century atmosphere.
Milan
Asian / Indian
29 North
1817 Emmet St
Charlottesville, VA 22901
Offering excellent Indian cuisine and Tandoori prepared specialties.
Nook
American
Downtown
415 E Main St
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Large selection of daily specials for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Old Mill Room
American
West
200 Ednam Dr
Charlottesville, VA 22903
Located in the famous Boar’s Head Resort, the area’s only AAA Four- Diamond restaurant.
Charlottesville
These locally owned restaurants have been reviewed, inspected, and secret shopped; we personally stand behind each and every selection. These are the best in our community.
Many City Select restaurants participate in our Select Gift Certificate Program. These are identified by the Select Logo above.
Other Dining Options
A listing of local restaurants are provided for your information.
Charlottesville
These gentlemen are long-time residents of Charlottes- ville and have been inspecting restaurants on behalf of visitors for over six years.
Each have extensive restaurant backgrounds and love to recommend local restaurants when they perform for their patrons.
"We take great pride in the restaurant selections included in our Select portfolio. We know each of the owners well and have had a working relationship with them for many years; their food offerings span the best of Charlottesville's dining establishments and we personally endorse and recommend all of these fine choices."
Bon Apetit!