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1799 at The Clifton, Charlottesville, VA
1799 at The Clifton, Charlottesville, VA
1799 at The Clifton, Charlottesville, VA
1799 at The Clifton, Charlottesville, VA
1799 at The Clifton, Charlottesville, VA

1799 at The Clifton

4.5
4.5
749 Reviews
$50 and over
Farm-to-table

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Booked 16 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, Contemporary French / American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (434) 971-1800
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Matthew Bousquet
  • Private party facilities
    Whether you’re hosting a small private dinner, a large event for up to 350 guests, The Clifton’s sprawling 100-acre estate offers an array of atmospheric settings for a function.
  • Neighborhood
    Charlottesville
  • Cross street
    North Milton Rd.
  • Parking details
    Complimentary parking for diners.
  • Public transit
    N/A
  • Entertainment
    Entertainment only available for special occasions and events.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 749 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Charlottesville

    Great for fine wines

  • Charlottesville

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Charlottesville

    Romantic

  • Charlottesville

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
1799 at The Clifton offers a charming dining experience with "delicious food" and "superb service." Set in a beautiful historic property, it's perfect for special occasions. While some dishes are "outstanding," portion sizes can be small. The ambiance suits both casual gatherings and celebratory events, ensuring a memorable visit.
749 Reviews
  1. Denise

    VIP

    Washington DC

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent New Year's Eve dinner selections! The chef was outstanding and each food item was made with care and presentation...kudos!!!

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  2. Donna

    VIP

    Chicago

    160 reviews

    5.0

    160 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This charming, inviting and very comfortable dining room was the perfect spot for a highly civilized New Year's Eve dinner. The five-course prix fix offered three choices for each course, with a wide variety to suit any taste. Our server paced the meal perfectly and was warm and professional. While one or two of the dishes were a bit uneven, over all the food was delicious and well presented. This is an excellent choice especially for a relaxed and special dinner.

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  3. Katherine

    VIP

    Greensboro

    263 reviews

    5.0

    263 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious brunch. Great service and a lovely setting

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  4. Eileen

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We dined here three times during our stay for dinner and two breakfasts all outstanding experiences from food to service.

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  5. Marina

    New York City

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A little post Christmas dinner with family at one of my favorite Keswick restaurants. Classic Virginia ambiance, cozy, 3 fireplaces, stunning interior. The Service and Food are incredible....Bone marrow & escargot, Apple, arugula & pear salad and Steak au poivre are our favorites. Looking forward to my next "dinner club" visit.

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  6. andrew

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband made a dinner reservation for my birthday and they had special menus printed wishing me a happy birthday!! We started at The Copper Bar and the cocktails were amazing. The atmosphere is so cozy, relaxing and very chic. The staff were amazing!

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  7. Dena

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful 1st dining experience! The food/ service was exceptional.

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  8. Ellen

    Richmond

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Nothing we are really stood out. We were there for a special bday celebration and I requested a surprise dessert. They forgot and when I reminded them, we got a confetti cake, obviously from a box mix, that wasn’t even done inside. I was hoping for a more special experience for this occasion.

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  9. Daniel

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Simply great location and very delicious fresh food

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  10. Matthew

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The only glitch that I had at this restaurant was that they didn’t have my open table reservation. Fortunately, we were able to get a table regardless.

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FAQs

1799 at The Clifton offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (434) 971-1800.

1799 at The Clifton is rated 4.5 stars by 749 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Booked 16 times today

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Google Map for 1799 at The Clifton

1296 Clifton Inn Dr, Charlottesville, VA 22911

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    North Milton Rd.
  • Neighborhood
    Charlottesville
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, Contemporary French / American, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary parking for diners.
  • Public transit
    N/A
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Matthew Bousquet
  • Entertainment
    Entertainment only available for special occasions and events.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (434) 971-1800
  • Private party facilities
    Whether you’re hosting a small private dinner, a large event for up to 350 guests, The Clifton’s sprawling 100-acre estate offers an array of atmospheric settings for a function.
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