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C & O
515 E Water St, Charlottesville, VA 22902 · 434-971-7044
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DOWNTOWN. Keep your eyes peeled or you might miss this nondescript gem, which is quite possibly one of Charlottesville's top eateries. The telltale Pepsi sign exists as a holdover from when the building served as a diner where railroad workers could board for the night. Inside, rustic plank-wood flooring and walls remain, and cozy dining areas include a dimly lit mezzanine, a Western-style bistro-bar, an elegant upstairs dining room (where the old sleeping quarters were), and a hidden patio garden in the rear. Featured menu items include pan-seared veal liver with Pommery mustard sauce, Dijon-and-Tabasco-marinated Cuban steak, honey rum-glazed pork loin with adobe sauce, and sweet corn tamales. Private parties may reserve the C & O's gallery space, which is decorated with original artwork. Reservations are strongly recommended.
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Cafe Europa
1331 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903 · 434-295-4040
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THE CORNER. Inviting and unpretentious, this Corner charmer specializes in Greek and Mediterranean fare, with a menu that includes everything from homemade moussaka and lamb souvlaki to a grilled chicken pita and a hummus-and-sprouts sandwich. Place your order at the deli-style counter and grab the first table you see – the place tends to get crowded quickly when lunch or dinner bells ring. Two cafe-style tables can be found outside on the stoop, ideal if traffic isn't heavy.
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Carmello's
400 Emmet St, Charlottesville, VA 22903 · 434-977-5200
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Northern Italian cuisine is the specialty at this casual Emmet Street eatery, which tends to stay busy with students and alumni whenever University Hall (just across the street) hosts a big event. Menu items range from standard favorites like fresh fish, veal, chicken, and pasta dishes to chef's specialties like Ravioli Cardinale (stuffed with lobster, ricotta, and fresh basil) and Fileto Peppeverde (sautéed filet mignon with whole green peppercorns, veal stock, and cognac). Reservations are suggested.
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One of Charlottesville's more unique restaurants, Copacabana offers a friendly, festive atmosphere. Here, the Brazilian-born Hermano Freitas dazzles patrons with the unique flavors of his homeland, and some of the more popular dishes even bear a French lilt. Featured entrees include sautéed scallops in sherry wine and cream sauce, chicken breast and shrimp in spicy Brazilian sauce, and veal medallions with mushrooms in Dijon mustard and white wine sauce. Reservations are suggested.
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DOWNTOWN. Located on the west end of the Mall, this international eatery has long been a local favorite, thanks to excellent cuisine and an elegant setting that includes warm earth tones, fresh-cut flowers, white linens, and intimate, candle-lit tables. The professional waitstaff and a wine list with labels from all over the planet serve as perfect compliments to the menu's eclectic seasonal entrees, which may include sunflower-crusted local trout, grilled Atlantic salmon with ginger-soy glaze and vegetarian. NB Most nights, the bar area stays open until 2am.
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Many locals consider this Emmet Streeter to be one of Hooville's top Italian eateries, a mantle it has held for the better part of three decades now. Casual and friendly, the restaurant is known far and wide for its fabulous pizza, tasty gyros, and delicious hot sandwiches, like the eggplant parmigiana (smothered in tomato sauce, Genoa salami, provolone cheese, and their special dressing) and the meatball and sausage with melted mozzarella cheese. Those looking for heartier fare should check out the homemade pasta dishes – few items compare to Villa's cannelloni or tortellini parmigiana. A take out menu is available.
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THE CORNER. Nestled in a second-level loft that overlooks the Corner, this stylish bistro with its purple walls, wrought iron balconies, and jazzy background music is a favorite with students and faculty. Start off with slices of baguette bruschetta with fresh tomato basil salsa or the Middle Eastern hummus plate with sliced veggies. From there, options abound, and main dishes include chicken and duck pot pie, Malaysian shrimp sauté with trinity vegetables, and Cajun spice-rubbed swordfish with shrimp étouffée.
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Mono Loco
200 W Water St, Charlottesville, VA 22902 · 434-979-0688
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DOWNTOWN. Festive and fun, this downtown eatery lies a bit off the main drag, yet it's still close enough to the Mall area to attract a steady crowd of business types and shoppers for lunch and dinner. Caribbean and Latin American-inspired dishes are the chef's forte, and daily specials include the spicy likes of corn tamal with cilantro mojo, Cuban pressed sandwich, and marinated flank steak. Friendly service, occasional live music, and a cozy outdoor dining area add to the place's appeal.
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Oxo
215 W Water St, Charlottesville, VA 22902 · 434-977-8111
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DOWNTOWN. Oxo takes a cutting-edge approach to fine French dining, treating its customers to such eclectic offerings as rack of lamb with ratatouille and chanterelle mushrooms, pan-seared halibut wrapped in a potato crêpe, and braised pheasant with butternut squash risotto. The open-plan kitchen, stark white walls, high ceilings, and spacious seating area combine to give the place a sleek, contemporary feel, making it a popular date spot. Patio seating is available.
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Palladio Restaurant
17655 Winery Rd, Barboursville Vineyards, Barboursville, VA 22923 · 540-832-7848
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BARBOURSVILLE. The restaurant for the award-winning Barboursville Vineyard has quickly become one of the Charlottesville area's premiere dining options, thanks to an elegant dining room and a wine list that, as one might expect, is nothing short of impeccable. Menu options include a variety of Northern Italian-inspired options, and main dishes range from semi-boneless quail stuffed with Italian sausage to braised veal cheeks with soft polenta. Two, three, and four course prix fixe menus are available. Reservations are a must.
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