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The Good Sport, Charlottesville, VA

The Good Sport

4.4
4.4
94 Reviews
$30 and under
Pub

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
  • Great for happy hour
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for business meals
The Good Sport delivers classic tavern fare, local craft beer and a sense of familiarity in a warm and relaxed setting – the perfect pre- and post-game spot, or a reprise after a long workday. This gathering place serves up comforting classics, such as Wagyu Brisket Slider with hydro watercress, fresh grated horseradish crème and shaved onion, along with a classic Fried Chicken Sandwich, with kimchi slaw, chili crisp mayo and pickled cucumbers. A large selection of signature cocktails, as well as whiskeys, local wines, and other spirits rounds out the bar experience. 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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (434) 365-2595
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 94 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Lively

  • Charlottesville

    Hot spot

  • Charlottesville

    Neighborhood gem

  • Charlottesville

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Charlottesville

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Good Sport offers a casual and inviting atmosphere, perfect for gatherings and celebrations. Guests praise the "friendly service" and "delicious food," particularly the unique and spicy burgers. While some note the menu changes, the overall experience remains a "go-to" choice for many. Enjoy a vibrant bar scene in a beautiful hotel setting.

94 Reviews
  1. Whitney

    VIP

    Richmond

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    I love the idea of The Good Sport, it’s a nice space with great sports viewing and located in a Kimpton hotel. I have been there at least 6 times. They are truly understaffed. On my previous visit my meal was never delivered and I had to go and try to find it because no one checked on us. TBH, they gave me a voucher for a free meal for the next visit which was commendable. This visit they charged me for 2 specialty drinks from the bar when I only had one.Again, after waiting some time, I had to go find someone to correct the bill and there were excuses about how busy they were but really no apology. The kitchen was quick and the food is good bar food, really tasty. However, my appetizer arrived before my drink. I will continue to frequent The Good Sport but will be prepared to have some time, patience and to review the bill.

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  2. Harry

    Richmond

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was extremely slow due to them being under staffed. Waitress was very polite but there was only one and she was also assisting in making drinks at the bar. The food was fine and came from the kitchen fairly quick but it took over an hour to the waitress to finally get our order. Not sure what the staffing problem was but for the first hour we were in the restaurant it was slow. We’ve been in a few times before but this was the slowest. Great venue for a light meal before a game at JPJ.

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  3. Andrea

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Smash burger and fries were both fabulous!! Service was great.

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  4. clarke

    VIP

    Nashville

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Server was friendly and attentive to our table. Decent food, the menu was better on our previous visit in May ‘24.

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  5. Maureen

    VIP

    Richmond

    81 reviews

    5.0

    81 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great! Friendly service in a beautiful new hotel on the UVA campus.

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  6. Blaine

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It is a nice old pub place. Went there during the UVA football game for their $3 draft pours which was on their website and instagram, and the server had no idea what I was talking about until I showed her. After she spoke to her manager, they did honor it. Also, went to get a late lunch. My wife got the TGS burger which was very delicious. It was a double patty with a little bit of heat to it but very tasty. I got a special menu item which was the chicken salad sandwich and was made by one of the chef’s, who was on shift when we were there. It was the perfect sandwich for warm October day and it came with fries! Overall, not a bad place to grab a quick bite to eat and a drink.

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  7. Christopher Hartmann

    New York City

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 26, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The menu is completely different from what was on Open Table. It’s located in a beautiful hotel with valet parking. Although my martini was a disaster, the charming waiter and atmosphere was wonderful.

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  8. Jane

    Richmond

    24 reviews

    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    This place used to be good but they changed the menu and we will not be going back. Best thing are the French fries.

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  9. Dave

    VIP

    Richmond

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We've had two casual birthday celebrations at TSG in the past few months. Both were excellent, good food and atmosphere. The burgers are unique and fantastic (if you like.them spicy). The only suggestion I would make is to expand the menu. bit. overall, this has become our "go to" place!

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  10. Chris

    VIP

    Washington DC

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent table service, goodcwine selection, good desert. Menu did not match website.

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The Good Sport is rated 4.4 stars by 94 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for The Good Sport

540 Massie Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Charlottesville
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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