7 Best Historic Restaurants in Charlottesville

7 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Hamiltons' At First & Main restaurant

1. Hamiltons' At First & Main

4.8

Exceptional(2370)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Charlottesville

Booked 21 times today

Contemporary Fine Dining in Charlottesville, Virginia Located in the heart of Charlottesville’s Downtown district, Hamiltons’ is the perfect spot for a delicious afternoon lunch or a romantic evening dinner. A cheerful, cozy atmosphere and attentive service ensure our guests enjoy an outstanding dining experience, be they Charlottesville natives, out-of-town visitors, or University students and staff. We also feature outdoor patio seating seasonally, providing our guests the opportunity to dine amidst the bustle of the Downtown Mall.

2. Cafe Frank

4.8

Exceptional(355)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Charlottesville

Booked 16 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!

A photo of The Ivy Inn Restaurant restaurant

3. The Ivy Inn Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(3885)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Charlottesville

Booked 34 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.

4. The Local

4.5

Awesome(2557)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Charlottesville

Booked 35 times today

Restaurant Week: January 27-February 2 (pre-fixe menu only - $35pp)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.

5. C&O

4.9

Exceptional(880)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Charlottesville

Booked 25 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.

6. Birch & Bloom

4.2

Awesome(320)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Charlottesville

Booked 15 times today

We’re captivated by the natural beauty and bounty of Virginia. That’s why our menu is much more than a traditional steakhouse: terrific cuts, of course, complimented by locally caught seafood, sides fresh from the farmers market, and award-winning wine from across the globe. We’re not just for celebrating, and we’re not just a steakhouse: we’re the sophisticated dining experience that every steakhouse wants to be when it grows up. Valet parking is available, free for the first two hours with validation. Street parking is also available without a permit after 5pm daily and on the weekends.

A photo of 1799 at The Clifton restaurant

7. 1799 at The Clifton

4.5

Awesome(773)

Price: Very Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Charlottesville

Booked 3 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.

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7 restaurants available nearby

1. Hamiltons' At First & Main

2. Cafe Frank

3. The Ivy Inn Restaurant

4. The Local

5. C&O

6. Birch & Bloom

7. 1799 at The Clifton

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