| Eppie's - 412 E. Main St. |
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Fast-casual Southern (collards to die for) plus pastas, sandwiches, and salads. Now serving dinner all week. |
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| 12th Street Tap House - 1202 W. Main St. |
| From the former Michael’s Bistro chef, a W. Main spot serving up bison burgers, meatloaf and dozens of beers. 10% discount for bicyclists with their helmet. |
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| 330 Valley - 330 Valley St., Scottsville. |
| Family fare in an all-American sports bar: pizza, pasta and steak. Breakfast on weekends, too. |
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| Aberdeen Barn - 2018 Holiday Dr. |
| More beef than you can shake a T-bone at, since 1965. Candlelit atmosphere and piano bar. |
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| Afton Mountain Vineyards - 234 Vineyard Ln., Afton. |
| Open for tastings daily 10-am-6pm. |
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| Al Hamraa - 929 Second St. SE in the Ix Building. |
| Moroccan cuisine in the Ix Building: authentic flavors in an ornately decorated space. |
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| Albemarle Baking Company - 418 W. Main St., in the Main Street Market. |
 | Get your ABCs of baked goods here, from fantastic breads to divine desserts (try the pear tarts!). |
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| Albemarle CiderWorks Tastings - 2550 Rural Ridge Ln. |
| Tastings Wed.-Sun. 11am-5pm. |
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| Ambrosia Bakery and Deli - 2192 Rockfish Valley Hwy., Nellysford. |
| A gem in Nellysford: homemade sandwiches and beautiful pastries. |
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| Amoco Food Shop - 2404 Fontaine Ave. |
| You've got your convenience store, your deli and your hot meals. |
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| Anderson Carriage Food House - 2046 Barracks Rd. |
| Huge sandwich array, lunch buffet, seafood platters. |
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| Anna's Pizza No. 5 - 115 Maury Ave. |
| In the family for 25 years. Pizza, subs, dinners and desserts. |
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| Applebee's - 571 Branchlands Blvd.; Rivanna Ridge Shopping Center. |
| Family restaurant serves steak and Southwestern amid local memorabilia. |
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| Aqui es Mexico - 221 Carlton Rd. Suite 12. |
| Authentic Mexican and Salvadorian tacos, toras, sopas, pupusas and more. Best of C-VILLE runner-up in 2010. |
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| Arby's - 1230 Emmet St., 296-8995; Forest Lakes Shopping Center (also features a T.J. Cinnamon's), 978-4800. |
| Big roast beef. |
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| Arch's Frozen Yogurt - 104 14th St. NW, 984-2724; 2218 Ivy Rd, 979-2724; 1232 Emmet St., 972-9000 |
 | Wahoo-approved yogurt with tons of optional toppings. Sandwiches and salads, too. |
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| Ariana - 909 W. Main St. |
| Grill kabob house serves up samosas, kabobs, palows, dumplings and curries. Tempting soups and desserts, plus the meat is halal. |
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| Aromas Cafe - Barracks Road Shopping Center. |
| Mediterranean and Middle Eastern fare; a lunchtime cult favorite. Best of C-VILLE runner-up in 2010. |
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| Asia Specialty - 609 E. Market St. |
| Chinese favorites, traditional fire pot meals and handmade dumplings. |
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| Asian Express - 909 W. Main St. |
| Cheap and cheerful corner eatery offers Chinese, Japanese and sushi. It delivers, too. |
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| Asian Fusion Buffet - 123 Seminole Ct. |
| Lunch and dinner buffet featuring Mandarin, Cantonese and Szechuan cuisines, plus sushi grill. Carry-out available. |
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| Aunt Sarah's Pancake House - Route 250E, on Pantops Mountain. |
| Pancakes, eggs and hash browns made with tender lovin' care. |
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| Autumn Hill Vineyard - 301 River Dr., Stanardsville. |
| Open on select dates in April, August and October only. |
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| Baggby's Gourmet Sandwiches - 512 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. |
| Give your name; your sammich arrives in a bag with a cookie. |
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| Baja Bean Company - 1327 W. Main St., 293-4507; 2291 Seminole Ln., 975-1070. |
| California Mex flair on the Corner. Karaoke night, hearty salsa, and margaritas to die for. |
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| Baker's Palette - 126 B Garrett St. |
| Outstanding baked goods, plus breakfast dishes and lunch sandwiches (around $6). |
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| Balkan Bakery Cafe - 218 W. Water St. |
| Savory and sweet Bosnian and Croatian pies and breads, plus traditional Bosnian coffee. |
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| Bamboo House - 4831 Seminole Trail. |
| Korean and Chinese entrées served with an aesthetic flair. |
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| Bang! - 213 Second St. SW. |
 | Asian fusion tapas with emphasis on fresh fish and local produce. Martinis to die for. |
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| Barboursville Vineyards - 17655 Winery Rd. |
| Open for tastings ($4, includes glass) Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. 11am-5pm. Tours available from noon-4pm or by appointment Saturdays and Sundays. |
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| Bashir's Taverna - 507 E. Main St. |
| Gourmet daily specials, live music, international cuisine (Greek, Hungarian, Algerian, Brazilian...) and award-winning glazed ham. |
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| Basic Necessities - 2226 Rockfish Valley Hwy., Nellysford. |
| A taste of Southern France with fresh organic fare, plus wine and cheese shop. Reservations preferred. |
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| Basil Mediterranean Bistro - 109 14th Street. |
| Mediterranean fare from grape leaves to pita rollups to artisan pastas. Mezzas and tapas, and more than 50 beers. Best of C-VILLE winner in 2010. |
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| Bavarian Chef - 29N in Madison. |
| German cuisine in Alpine atmosphere. |
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| Beer Run - 156 Carlton Rd., Suite 203. |
| Beers on tap, six-packs and wine to take away, and three meals daily. They have coffee, cappuccino and house-baked bread too. Best of C-VILLE winner in 2010. |
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| Bellair Market - 2401 Ivy Rd. |
| Boar's Head meats, baguettes, deli salads, homemade sides and Mudhouse coffee. |
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| Belmont Bar-B-Que - 816 Hinton Ave. |
 | Cleaner version of down-and-dirty Southern shacks, mostly serving take-out. Best of C-VILLE winner in 2010. |
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| Ben & Jerry's - Barracks Road Shopping Center. |
| Thirty-four flavors of ice cream and froyo plus fresh lemonade, cookies, ice cream cakes. |
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| Birdwood Grill at Boar's Head Inn - Boar's Head Inn, 200 Ednam Drive. |
| Sit down for a salad, appetizer, sandwich or drinks and enjoy the picturesque view of the Blue Ridge. |
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| Bistro 1834 - Boar's Head Inn, 200 Ednam Drive. |
| Located right off the Old Mill Room Restaurant, the menu has a variety of items from ahi tuna to sirloin to corned beef. Don't miss the desserts, especially the "De-Constructed Peanut Butter and Jelly". |
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| Bizou - 119 W. Main St. |
| Upscale down-home cookin' with fresh fish, pork and beef dishes. Baby green salads, famous meat loaf and slabs of banana bread and ice cream. |
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| Blenheim Vineyards - 31 Blenheim Farm, Charlotteville. |
| Tours and tastings at newly renovated winery, daily 11am-5:30pm.
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| Blue Light Grill & Raw Bar - 120 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. |
| Swanky spot on the Mall with red walls, microbrews, raw bar, handsome service and wine list extraordinaire. |
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| Blue Moon Diner - 512 W. Main St. |
| Burgers, upscale sandwiches and big dinner plates at a local institution. |
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| Blue Mountain Brewery - 9519 Critzers Shop Rd., Afton. |
| Well-liked brewery serves up fresh lagers and ales, and light fare (pizzas, sammies, cheese plates) for lunch and dinner in the tasting room. |
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| Blue Ridge Café - 8315 Seminole Trail, Ruckersville. |
| Ruckersville joint serving American-continental: crab cakes, gourmet burgers, homemade soups and salads. |
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| Blue Ridge Country Store - 518 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. |
| Breakfast is eggs, scones and muffins; lunch is pre-made wraps, soups and entrées, plus a popular salad bar. |
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| Blue Ridge Pig - Route 151, Nellysford. |
| For connoisseurs of BBQ, the Pig is the place. The quintessential down-home spot featuring lots of smoked meat. |
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| Bluegrass Grill and Bakery - In the Glass Building on Second Street behind the Water Street parking garage. |
| Unpretentious, wholesome breakfast and lunch spot, beloved by weekenders. Cash and check only. |
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| Boar's Head Inn - 200 Ednam Dr. |
| Fancy schmancy resort with great dining options. The Old Mill Room with a formal daily menu. The adjacent Bistro 1834 has a relaxed dinner menu. |
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| Bodo's Bagel Bakery - 1418 N. Emmet St., 977-9598; 505 Preston Ave., 293-5224; 1609 University Ave., 293-6021. |
| Still the king of bagels in our town. |
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| Bonefish Grill - Hollymead Town Center. |
| Sister to mega-popular Outback Steakhouse featuring seafood, grilled non-fish specialties, a full bar. |
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| Boylan Heights - 102 14th St. |
| Burger spot in the former Orbit space, serving organic Virginia beef and other local and organic fare. |
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| Brasserie Montiel and Coffee House - 2001 Commonwealth Ave. |
| From the chef behind La Cocina del Sol, serving French, Cajun and Creole goodies for three meals. |
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| Breadworks - 923 Preston Ave.; 2955 Ivy Rd. |
| Breads, desserts for your sweet tooth, and a full deli offering sandwiches, soups, etc. |
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| Brick Oven - 1966 Rio Hill Shopping Center. |
| Gourmet pizzas, sandwiches, pasta and salad bar in an airy storefront. |
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| Brix Terrace Cafe - 594 Pantops Ctr. |
| Brix comes down the mountain to Pantops and expands the menu. |
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| Brookville Restaurant - 225 W Main St. |
| Newcomer restaurant breaks into the locavore scene with a menu that changes every day (based on local produce availability). Chef prefers food sourced within 100 miles of Charlottesville. |
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| Buck Island BBQ - 2243 Thomas Jefferson Parkway. |
| Inside a country store on Rt. 53 is smoked pulled pork and a 20-ingredient house sauce. All the fixins, too. |
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| Buffalo Wild Wings - 1935 Arlington Blvd., Barracks Road Shopping Center. |
| Wings rated on a spiciness scale, plus burgers and more. Twenty-three beers on tap, 18 TVs, eight satellites. Best of C-VILLE runner-up in 2010. |
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| Burger King - Pantops Shopping Center, 296-5145; 1181 Fifth St. Ext., 963-7827; 1000 Emmet St., 293-8566; 11518 James Madison Hwy., Gordonsville, 589-6854. |
| The Whopper. |
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| Burnley Vineyards - 4500 Winery Ln., Barboursville. |
| Open January-March Fri.-Mon. 11am-5pm; April-December daily 11am-5pm. |
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| C&O - 515 E. Water St. |
| Sophisticated French at a 30-plus-year-old establishment. Excellent cheese plate, extensive wine list. |
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| C'ville Coffee Co. - 1301 Harris St. |
| Well-established café with pastries, breakfast and sandwiches. Tasty noodle bowls too. |
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| Café 88 - 923 Preston Ave. |
| Preston Chinese joint offers cheap dim sum, bento boxes and soups. |
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| Cafe 1201 - 1201 W. Main St. |
| Seven-day breakfast buffet; dinner is crab cakes, salmon, ribeye steak and pasta. |
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| Cafe at Monticello - Inside Monticello's new Visitor Center. |
| Sandwiches, barbecue, espresso and ice cream for when you're done with your tour of TJ's house. |
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| Cafe Cubano - 112 W. Main St. |
| Hearty, sophisticated panini, egg breakfasts and salads, plus Cuban specials and big espresso menu. |
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| Cafe Europa - 1331 W. Main St. |
| Souvlaki, falafel, famous tomato-basil soup and freshly-baked bread: yum. |
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| Calvino Cafe - In the Main Street Market. |
| Espresso, panini and smoothies next door to Feast. |
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| Camino - 220 W. Market St. |
| Rustic Mediterranean fare next to Vinegar Hill Theatre. Serves dinner only. |
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| Cappellino's Crazy Cakes - 103 Third St. NE. |
| Bakery just off the Mall makes crazy & creative cupcakes and cookies. Accepts credit cards. |
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| Cardinal Point Vineyard and Winery - 9423 Batesville Rd., Afton. |
| Open for tours and $5 tastings Mon.-Fri. 11am-5:30pm, Sat.-Sun. 11am-5:30pm. |
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| Carmello's - 400 Emmet St. |
| Upscale Italian cuisine, specialty pasta, veal, chicken, seafood. |
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| Carpe Donut - |
| Roving truck serves well-loved donuts, organic coffee, and cider. |
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| Carving Board Cafe - 624 Albemarle Sq. |
| Inventive salads, sandwiches for the 29N lunch bunch. |
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| Cavalier Diner - 1403 Emmet St. |
 | The Cavalier Diner is open daily for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. We're here ...
Breakfast all day long, plus burgers, subs, and Italian standbys like lasagna. |
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| Cazon Tropical - 1871 Seminole Trail. |
| Dominican, Salvadorian & Honduran goodies: pupusas, grilled tilapia, coconut rice, carne asada. |
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| Chandler's - 921 River Rd. |
| Old-fashioned ice cream stand with soft-serve and more. |
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| Chandler's Bakery - Albemarle Square Shopping Center. |
| Cakes for any occasion, plus cookies and brownies for your sugar fix. |
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| Chaps - 223 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. |
| More than 20 years of gourmet homemade ice cream with no artificial ingredients. Grub like burgers and dinner fare. |
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| Charlie's Restaurant - 1522 E. High St. |
| Down-home American favorites: pork chops, grilled cheese, hamburgers, and steaks. |
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| Charlotte's - 1200 Fifth St. SW. |
| All-American menu (from prime rib to linguini) in the Holiday Inn. |
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| Cheeseburger in Paradise - Seminole Square Shopping Center, off 29N. |
| Jimmy Buffett's place with Key West/New Orleans menu. Oh, and cheeseburgers. |
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| Chick-Fil-A - 350 Woodbrook Dr.; also in Fashion Square Mall. |
| Waffle fries. Enough said. |
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| Chili's - 100 Zan Rd. |
| Southwestern eats in colorful, booth-heavy interior. |
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| China King Buffet - 760 Shoppers World Ct., 29N. |
| All you could want, and all-you-can-eat. Big draw is the Mongolian BBQ grill where you pick your ingredients and have the chef cook them to order. |
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| Chipotle - 953 Evan St., Barracks Road Shopping Center. |
| Simple menu of burritos and tacos made before your eyes. Uses "naturally-raised" meat and other sustainable ingredients, including pork from Joel Salatin's Polyface Farms. |
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| Chopsticks Express - 1841 Seminole Trail. |
| Straight-up no-nonsense Chinese place. Chopsticks optional. |
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| Christian's Pizza - 118 W. Main St., Downtown Mall; 100 14th St. NW; 3440 Seminole Trail; 1880 Abbey Rd. |
| Frequent winner of C-VILLE readers' Best Pizza award, including in 2010. Innovative gourmet toppings. |
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| CiCi's Pizza - 240 Zan Rd. in the Seminole Square Shopping Center. |
| Franchise offering all-you-can-eat pizza, pasta, salad and dessert buffet. |
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| Cinema Taco - 110 E. Main St. |
| Burritos, tacos, and empanadas inside the Jefferson Theater. Delicious and cheap. |
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| Clifton Inn - 1296 Clifton Inn Dr. |
| Historic inn with a redone kitchen, dining room and bar. Excellent, inventive entrees blend various culinary backgrounds. Sit at the chef's table and get a view of the kitchen action. Best of C-VILLE runner-up in 2010. |
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| Cobb's New York Pizza & Grill - 2800 Hydraulic Rd. |
| Family-style pizza, subs and calzones; kids' menu and burgers, too. |
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| College Inn - 1511 University Ave. |
| Straight-up late-night goodness. Pizza, gyros, subs. |
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| Continental Divide - 811 W. Main St. |
| Crowded and boisterous; worth shouting for the nationally acclaimed Southwestern food. |
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| Cooper Vineyards - 13372 Shannon Hill Rd., Louisa. |
| Open for tastings daily 11am-5pm. |
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| Copacabana - 400 Shopper's World Ct. |
| The festive entrées--paella over saffron rice, for one--will make your stomach get up and do the samba. |
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| Copper Mine Bistro - Wintergreen Resort. |
| Mediterranean-inspired menu features tapas, pizzas, and entrees like shrimp provencal and veal saltimbocca. |
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| Coupe DeVille's - 9 Elliewood Ave. |
| Peruvian-style rotisserie chicken, live music and a busy, student-approved bar. |
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| Court Square Tavern - 500 Court Sq. |
| English tavern with 130+ varieties of bottled beer. Hearty pub food: bratwurst, Reubens, shepherd's pie. |
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| Crozet Pizza - 5794 Three Notch'd Rd. (Route 240W), Crozet. |
| Unpretentious, family-owned pizza parlor with county-renowned pies. |
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| Da Luca Café and Wine Bar - 1015 Heathercroft Cir., Crozet. |
| Stylish Crozet space serves tempting tapas from around the Mediterranean (calamari salad, sausage and polenta, curried chicken salad) paired with Old World wines and a few select Virginia vintages. Leave room for a lovely dessert. |
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| Dairy Queen - 1248 Crozet Ave.; 1777 Fortune Park Rd. |
| Home of the Blizzard...but you knew that. |
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| Delfosse Vineyards and Winery - 500 DelFosse Winery Ln. |
| Open Wed.-Sun. 11-5pm. Other days by appointment. |
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| Devil's Grill Restaurant & Lounge - Wintergreen Resort. |
| Above Devil's Knob Golf Course with 50-mile views. Seafood, hand-cut steaks and vegetarian dishes, with contemporary Southern flair. |
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| Devils Backbone Brewing Company - 200 Mosbys Run, Roseland. |
| On the road to Wintergreen, Nelson’s newest brewery serves up handcrafted beers (Ale of Fergus, Wintergreen Weiss), lunch and dinner, plus a full bar and live music. |
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| Dippin' Dots - Fashion Square Mall. |
| The "ice cream of the future." Cryogenically frozen in Fashion Square Mall. |
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| Dips & Sips - 3450 Seminole Trail. |
| Friendly neighborhood ice cream and coffeeshop. Made-to-order ice cream cakes with award-winning ice cream from Palm Beach, Florida. |
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| Domino's - 1137 Millmont St.; 1139 Fifth St. SW.; 2335 Seminole Trail; 508 Stewart St.; Food Lion Shopping Center, Ruckersville; 325 Four Leaf Ln., Crozet. |
| Six locally-owned branches of the national chain. |
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| Downtown Grille - 201 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. |
| Upscale steak and seafood with white-linen service and a chummy bar scene. |
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| Downtown Hotdog Company - 112 W. Main Street. |
| New player in town delivers with deliciousness. 100% Vienna regular, quarter-pound and a popular veggie dog all available. Try the Texas: Golden BBQ sauce, chili, bacon and cheddar. |
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| Downtown Thai - 111 W. Water St. |
| Traditional Thai dishes served on a spice scale of 1-5. Order the max and get a spot on the Wall of Flame. |
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| Dr. Ho's Humble Pie - 3586 Monacan Trail Rd. (29S) at North Garden. |
| Pizza joint in the Crossroads mini-mall. Pick your own sauce, cheese and toppings. |
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| Dragon Lady - 2119 Ivy Rd., by Foods of All Nations. |
| Classic Chinese restaurant with all your favorites. |
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| Duner's - 250 West in Ivy. |
| Artful entrées and fine desserts on a rotating menu. |
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| Durty Nelly's - 2200 Jefferson Park Ave. |
| Jazz, blues and rock in a rootsy pub and deli. |
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| East Garden - 120 Riverbend Dr., Pantops Shopping Center. |
| From chow mein to General Tso's; cuisine for every palate. |
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| El Jaripeo - 1750 Timberwood Blvd. |
 | El Jaripeo is the first Authentic Mexican restaurant in Forest Lakes. The team o ...
Mexican favorites for the 29N crowd. |
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| El Puerto - 2045 Barracks Rd. |
| Grab your maracas. Authentic Mexican dishes meticulously prepared with mild flavor. |
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| El Tapatio - 1304 Long St. on the 250 Bypass. |
| Excellent enchiladas, fajitas and Mexican specialties. |
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| Emmet's - 1901 Emmet St. |
| Holiday Inn restaurant serves salads, American entrées like steak and salmon, and desserts. |
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| End Zone Pizza - 1764 Timberwood Blvd. |
| Pizza, big subs and fresh salads. Forest Lakes Shopping Center. |
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| enoteca - 401 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. |
 | The focus is Italy. Artisanal wines from the old country paired with simple rustic fare like panini, bruschette and salads. Best of C-VILLE winner in 2009. |
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| Escafé - Downtown Mall. |
| Friendly, eclectic spot with a seasonal menu. Great crab cakes. |
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| Everyday Café - 250E on Pantops Mountain. |
| Gourmet gas station with homemade pizza and gelato. Internet hookups throughout. |
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| Fabio's New York Pizza - 1551 E. High St. |
| Pizza, subs, salads, and calzones made by natives of Naples. Get your pie the Sicilian way. |
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| Fardowners Restaurant - 5773 The Square, Crozet. |
| Local ingredients liven up pub fare like sliders, calamari and sandwiches. A place to check out the game and sample local beers on tap. Sunday brunch and live music on weekends. |
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| Feast! - 416 West Main St., in the Main Street Market. |
| Nationally noted cheese, wine and specialty food shop. Dining area has stupendous sandwiches, soups and salads with a local focus. |
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| Fellini's #9 - 200 W. Market St. |
| A local landmark featuring Italian favorites plus some inventive new takes. Thriving bar scene and live music. On the corner of Second and Market streets. |
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| First Colony Winery - 1650 Harris Creek Rd. |
| Mon.-Fri. 10am-6pm, Sat.-Sun. 11am-6pm. |
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| Five Guys - Barracks Road Shopping Center; Hollymead Town Center; Downtown Mall. |
| Three locations for local carnivores. Best of C-VILLE winner in 2010. |
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| Flaming Wok - 1305 Seminole Trail. |
| Japanese steakhouse with an extensive selection, all of which is prepared for you before your eyes. |
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| Fleurie - 108 Third St. NE. |
| Upscale modern French restaurant gets rave reviews. |
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| Flying Fox Vineyard - Hwy. 151 and Chapel Hollow Rd., Afton. |
| Tastings, $4, Fri.-Sun. 11am-6pm. |
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| Foods of All Nations - 2121 Ivy Rd. |
| Sandwiches, deli, salads in the gourmet grocery. Try the "West Coast." |
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| Fossett's - Inside Keswick Hall, 701 Club Dr., off 250E. |
| Upscale American regional cuisine for breakfast and dinner, plus a tapas bar. Exquisite desserts and French-pressed coffee. |
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| Fox's Cafe - 403 Avon St. |
| Burgers, dogs and dinners, all served homestyle. |
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| Fry's Spring Station - 2115 Jefferson Park Ave. |
| Very characterful brick-oven pizza joint serving local beer, a big wine list and pasta dishes along with the pies. |
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| Georgio's Skyline - 285 Commerce Drive, Ruckersville. |
| French toast, hot dogs, subs, Greek specialties and more at this family-friendly spot. |
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| Greenberry's - Barracks Road Shopping Center. |
| Java and specialty drinks, plus fresh baked goods. |
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| Greenwood Gourmet Grocery - 6701 Rockfish Gap Tpke. |
| Made to order sandwiches, fresh soup, deli with mac'n'cheese, bread pudding, and other rotating dishes. |
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| Grubber's Bar - 2104 Angus Rd. |
| The former Big Jim's and Winky's finds its third incarnation in the time of a new nonsmoking policy but the same BBQ folks have loved for years. |
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| Guadalajara - 801 E. Market St., 977-2676; 395 Greenbrier Dr., 978-4313; 2206 Fontaine Ave., 979-2424; 108 Town Country Ln., 293-3538 |
| A Huge Menu for Huge Appetites
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Mexican food by Mexican folks. Margaritas so green they glow. Cheap prices and a new fourth spot on Pantops. |
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| Hamdingers - Downtown Mall. |
| This mobile restaurant serves the most upscale cuisine of any cart in town: sandwiches, kabobs, and fancy appetizers. Tasty and friendly. Best of C-VILLE winner in 2010. |
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| Hamiltons' at First & Main - 101 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. |
| Imaginative American cuisine, award-winning wine list, fresh meats, game, crab cakes and superb vegetarian. |
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| Hardee's - 1150 Fifth St. SW.; Route 250E.; Route 29N. |
| Chain offering big burgers, bigger breakfasts and fried chicken. |
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| Henry's - 310 E. Main St., under Vita Nova. |
| Home-cooked Southern comfort food, plus some outstanding hamburgers for a very nice price. |
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| Hill Top Berry Farm and Winery - 2800 Berry Hill Rd., Nellysford. |
| Open for tours and tasting Wed.-Sat. 11am-5pm, Sun. 1-5pm. Open for blackberry picking during berry season (July-August, Wed.-Sat. 9am-5pm, Sun. 1-5pm). |
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| Himalayan Fusion - 520 E. Main St. |
| Indian joint Downtown with a lunch buffet seven days a week. Curries, tandoori, and other faves, plus a full bar. |
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| Hog Heaven - 8726 Seminole Trail, Ruckersville. |
| Hickory smoked, hand-pulled BBQ and tender baby-back ribs, smoked on the premises. |
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| Hong Kong Restaurant & Take-out - Southside Shopping Center, off Avon St. |
| Favorite Chinese entrées down Avon way. |
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| Hoo's Brews and More - Corner of JPA and Fontaine, behind Durty Nelly's. |
| Coffee drinks and Hershey's ice cream in a UVA-themed spot. |
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| Horse & Hound Gastropub - 625 W. Main St. |
| Brit-style gastropub with streetside patio. Sandwiches and burgers, plus entrées like pecan-encrusted sole. |
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| Horton Vineyards - 6399 Spotswood Trail, Gordonsville. |
| Open for tours and tastings daily 10am-5pm. |
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| HotCakes - 1137 Emmet St., in the Barracks Road Shopping Center. |
| Fancy sandwiches, homemade entrees, desserts; cheap prices. |
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| Inn 1831 & Restaurant - Route 640, Palmyra. |
| An 1831 plantation house with high, exposed-beam ceilings on a 200-acre farm. Terrific for romantic candlelit dinners. Reservations required. |
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| Inn at Court Square - 410 E. Jefferson St. |
| Upscale Southern in the oldest house Downtown. |
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| International House of Pancakes - Rio Hill Shopping Center. |
| Short stacks, french toast, omelets and other breakfast fare; sandwiches and American classics for lunch and dinner. |
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| Ivy Inn - 2244 Old Ivy Rd. |
| Daily menu of modern American cuisine in an 18th century tollhouse. |
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| Jade Garden - 1139 Fifth St. SW. |
| Chinese essentials like Happy Family, plus twists like Hawaiian-style Triple Delight. |
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| Jak-N-Jil - 1404 E. High St. |
| The working man's Bodo's: foot-longs and fries. |
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| Java Java - 421 E. Main St. |
| All fair-trade organic coffee all the time. Smoothies and a lunch menu, too. Comfy seating, warm atmosphere, WiFi. |
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| Jefferson Vineyards - 1353 Thomas Jefferson Pkwy. |
| Open daily 10am-6pm for $5 tastings; tours generally on the hour noon-2pm. |
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| Jersey Mike's Subs - 3440 Seminole Trail across from Forest Lakes. |
| Hot and cold subs. |
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| Jimmy John's - 1309 W. Main St.; 1650 Rio Rd. E. |
| Low-cost sandwiches near UVA and now on 29N. |
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| Jinx's Pit's Top - 1307 E. Market St. |
| Smallest sit-down restaurant in Charlottesville—maybe in the universe. Outstanding ribs and barbecue. Best of C-VILLE winner in 2010. Reservations recommended. |
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| Kentucky Fried Chicken - 1705 Emmet St. |
| Double-down with the Colonel. |
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| Keswick Hall - 701 Club Dr. |
| Weekday lunch buffet in the elegant Villa Crawford: charcuterie, marinated vegetable bar, daily rotating entrée and more. |
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| Keswick Vineyards - 1575 Keswick Winery Dr., Keswick. |
| Tastings daily 9am-5pm in the new tasting room. |
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| King Family Vineyards - 6550 Roseland Farm, Crozet. |
| Tours and $5 tastings Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm, Sat.-Sun. 11am-5pm. |
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| Kinney & Lee's BBQ and Catering - 700 Rose Hill Dr. |
| Serves pork barbecue by the pound, ribs by the rack, dining in and take-out. |
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| Kluge Estate Farm Shop - 3550 Blenheim Rd., off Carter Mountain Road. |
| Cheeses and light fare (quiches, crab cakes, and so forth) that pair with the Kluge wines available here for tasting. |
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| Kluge Estate Winery and Vineyard - 100 Grand Cru Dr. |
| Open Jan.-Mar. daily 11am-5pm; Apr.-Jun. Sun.-Thurs. 11am-5pm and Fri.-Sat. 11am-6pm; Jul.-Oct. daily 11am-6pm; Nov.-Dec. Sun.-Thurs. 11am-5pm and Fri.-Sat. 11am-6pm. |
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| Kohr Bros. Frozen Custard - Woodbrook Shopping Center and on 250 East. |
| Cones, cups, floats, sundaes, "snowstorms," and smoothies. |
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| Korean House - 221 Carlton Rd. |
| Lots of traditional Korean specials for modest prices. Try bulgogi, marinated beef, and kimchi. |
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| Korner Restaurant - 415 Ninth St. SW. |
| This greasy spoon offers all the usual suspects. |
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| Kyoto - Rio Hill Shopping Center. |
| A mix of Japanese and Chinese meals from teppan yaki delicacies to bento boxes. |
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| L'étoile - 817 W. Main St. |
| Contemporary Virginia cuisine with French influences. Unique beers and fine wines, plus Sunday brunch. |
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| L7 - 11 Elliewood Ave. |
| Hefty Asian fusion menu for lunch and dinner: stir-fried bean sprouts, hoisin chicken with garlic noodles, and more. |
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| La Cocina del Sol - 1200 Crozet Ave., Crozet and 2001 Commonwealth Ave. |
| Southwestern flair for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Seafood, fajitas, paella, steaks and chicken. |
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| La Michaocana - 1138 E. High St. |
| Mexican deli serves budget-friendly burritos, tacos and enchiladas. |
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| Lafayette Inn - 146 Main St., Stanardsville. |
| Restored 1840s inn. Original American cuisine with fresh, local flair. Reservations recommended. |
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| Lazy Parrot Grill - 532 Pantops Shopping Center. |
| Tropical-themed sports bar serving wings, wraps, steaks, burgers. Sixteen TVs with 11 satellites for game day. |
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| Lee's Cafe and Take Out - 1980 Rio Hill Center. |
| Japanese to-go or dine in. Inside Kroger. |
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| Lee's Grill - 1395 W. Main St. |
| Wide selection of traditional Chinese entrees in a tiny venue. |
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| Lemongrass - 104 14th St. NW. |
| Vietnam meets Thailand, and the result is delicious. |
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| Li'l Dino Subs - Albemarle Square Shopping Center. |
| Deli sandwiches and subs that make the stomach sing. |
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| Lime Leaf Thai - Rio Hill Shopping Center. |
| Quality Thai food with lots of vegetarian options. Try the Lime Leaf Noodles and fish cake appetizer. |
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| Little Sweden - 1710 Seminole Trail. |
| Serving sub and deli sandwiches with delicious bread. |
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| Littlejohn's New York Delicatessen - 1427 University Ave. |
| New York deli serving buxom sandwiches. |
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| Long John Silver's - 1254 Emmet St. |
| Fried fish and hush puppies. |
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| Lord Hardwicke's - 1248 Emmet St.; 5924 Seminole Trail, Ruckersville. |
| Burgers, salads, seafood and more with an English-tavern ambience. Free wifi; smoke-free. |
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| Lovingston Winery - 885 Freshwater Cove Ln., Lovingston. |
| Open year-round for tours and tastings by appointment. |
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| Lumpkins - 1075 Valley St., Scottsville. |
| Classic American burgers, salads, fried chicken and foot-long hotdogs. |
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| Maggie Moo's - Hollymead Town Center. 145 Community St. |
| Ice cream made in-house, with "mix-ins" added on a cold granite slab while you watch. Sundaes, floats and smoothies, too. |
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| Maharaja - Seminole Square Shopping Center. |
| Spicy Indian specialties--chicken, lamb, Tandoori, Biryanis seafood and more. Indian breads and beers, too. Best of C-VILLE runner-up in 2010. |
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| Marco & Luca's Noodle Shop - In York Place, Downtown Mall; 107 Elliewood Ave. |
| When quality meets quantity for under $5, the lunch crowd notices. |
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| Market at Forest Lakes - 3455 Seminole Trail. |
| Branch of Bellair Market with Boar's Head sandwiches, plus Mudhouse coffee. |
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| Market Street Café - 1111 E. Rio Rd. |
| Not located on Market Street, but offers gourmet breakfast, rotisserie chicken and deli meats. |
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| Market Street Market - 400 E. Market St. |
| Deli in the new Downtown grocery serves sandwiches and prepared foods. Try the scones baked fresh there that morning or the homemade House Corned Beef sandwich. Best of C-VILLE winner in 2010. |
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| Martin's Grill - 3449 Seminole Trail, in the Forest Lakes Shopping Center. |
| Delicious hamburgers and fries, served in a family-friendly atmosphere. |
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| Mas - 501 Monticello Rd. |
| Authentic Spanish tapas and wines in a funky, dimly lit atmosphere in the heart of Belmont. |
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| Maya - 633 W. Main St. |
| Upscale Southern cuisine in a hip, modern space. |
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| McDonald's - Barracks Road Shopping Center, 295-6092; 271 Ridge McIntire Road, 977-2984; 1294 Stoney Point, 295-6677; Shopper's World Court, 973-3055; 975 Hilton Heights Rd., 974-4612; Forest Lakes Shopping Center; 11455 James Madison Hwy., Gordonsville, 975-1112. |
| Home of the Happy Meal. |
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| McGrady's Irish Pub - 946 Grady Ave. |
| American club fare (sandwiches, burgers and fried Oreos!) and Irish specialties (bangers and mash). 24 beers on tap, pool, happy hour, TVs. Best of C-VILLE runner-up in 2010. |
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| Mel's Cafe - 719 W. Main St. |
| Southern soul-soothing food. |
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| Mellow Mushroom - 1321 W. Main St., in the Red Roof Inn. |
| Trippy-themed franchise, with great pizza and even better beer selection. Best of C-VILLE runner-up in 2010. |
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| Mermaid Express - 2121 Ivy Rd., inside Foods of All Nations, 977-4008; also inside PVCC, no phone. |
| Mochas to smoothies, in two locations. |
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| Michael's Bistro - Second floor of 1427 University Ave. |
| Mucho microbrews and an artful menu of salads, seafood, egg rolls and bison burgers. Nice beer selection and excellent drinking atmosphere. |
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| Michie Tavern - 683 Thomas Jefferson Pkwy. |
| Traditional Southern lunch in an 18th-century tavern near Monticello. Colonial fried chicken, hickory smoked pork barbecue, black-eyed peas, biscuits and cornbread—all served by folks in period costumes. |
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| Milan Indian Cuisine - 1817 Emmet St. |
| Authentic clay tandoori oven with all the Indian standards; seven-day lunch buffet. |
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| Mill Creek Market - Avon Street, across from the Southside Shopping Center. |
| The Southern sister of the Bellair Market; Boar's Head meats and cheeses. |
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| Miller's - 109 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. |
| The truly classic Downtown bar, with pub grub and live music every night. |
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| Millmont Grille - Behind Barracks Road Shopping Center. 1035 Millmont St. |
| Casual, family-friendly grill with American faves, plus a kids' menu. |
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| Ming Dynasty - 1417 Emmet St. |
| Chinese food with many vegetarian options and low-fat menu available. |
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| Miyako - 112 W. Main St. |
| Japanese restaurant in York Place. Sushi, hibachi and other favorites. |
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| Mona Lisa Pasta - 921 Preston Ave. |
| This market carries nearly every variety of pasta and sauce imaginable, along with wine, cheese, olives, soups, pizza and so on. |
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| Mono Loco - 200 W. Water Street. |
| Outstanding Latin-themed entrees (wild mushroom burrito and roasted corn tamales), inventive sides, and legendary margaritas. |
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| Monsoon - 113 W. Market St. |
| Curries, wonton soup, paht thai and other entrees, Thai-style. Lots of vegetarian options and an outdoor patio. |
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| Moore's Creek - 1710 Monticello Rd. |
| Advertises "excellent home cooking." Breakfast, lunch and dinner. |
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| Mountain Cove Vineyards - 1362 Fortunes Cove Ln. |
| Open for tours and tastings March-October Wed.-Sun. noon-6pm, November-December 11am-5pm. |
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| Mountfair Vineyards - 4875 Fox Mountain Rd., Crozet. |
| Open for tastings March-November Sat.-Sun. noon-5pm or by appointment. |
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| Mudhouse - 213 W. Main St. 984-6833; The Square, Crozet 823-2240; also to-go in the Bellair Market, 977-0222; Forest Lakes, 973-9966; and Mill Creek 984-1996 (hours vary at satellite locations). |
| Heavy-duty coffee, freshly squeezed juices, brownies and muffins. With music and WiFi, it's voted C-VILLE readers' favorite café in 2010, plus it won out in a C-VILLE blind tasting panel. |
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| Nate & Em's Pizza - 5924 Seminole Trail, Ruckersville. |
| All your pizzeria faves: calzones, stromboli, pasta, subs, and of course, pies. |
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| Ni Hao Cafe - 104 14th St. NW. |
| Entrées from across Asia (Thai, Chinese, Japanese, and Indian): This is your place for curry, egg rolls, AND tom kha soup. Lots of veggie options, and noodles provide a budget-friendly choice. |
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| Northside Restaurant - 9422 Seminole Trail, Ruckersville. |
| Family-friendly place serves steaks, fajitas, and Italian and French entrees. Just north of Rt. 33. |
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| Old Mill Room Restaurant - Boar's Head Inn, 200 Ednam Drive. |
| Located on the grounds of Boar's Head Inn in a renovated gristmill, expect rustic and historic ambience with your high class breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner. |
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| Olivaté - 200 Albemarle Sq. |
| Pasta-focused joint serves steaks and ribs, gnocchi and spaghetti. |
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| Oriental Express - 3440 Seminole Trail, Suite 107. |
| Chinese standards plus sushi. A large menu with lunch specials including egg roll and drink. |
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| Orzo Kitchen & Wine Bar - 416 W. Main St. in the Main Street Market. |
| Mediterranean eatery has dishes from Spain to Greece, prepared foods like rotisserie chicken and salads, and wines of the world. |
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| Otto's - Just off Route 250W across from Blue Ridge Builder's Supply. |
| All-American faves at your service. Order at the counter and sit outside if it's warm. |
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| Outback Steakhouse - 355 Albemarle Sq. |
| Bloomin' onions and giant steaks. Bar's open late. |
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| Pad Thai - 156 Carlton Rd. |
| Excellent food from an experienced chef. Outdoor patio, 10 beers on tap, plus live music. |
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| Padow's Deli - 2156 Barracks Rd. |
| Lots of meats used in big tasty sandwiches. |
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| Palladio Restaurant - 17655 Winery Rd., Barboursville. |
| Elegant combination of Northern Italian cuisine and Barboursville wines. |
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| Panda Garden - 380 Emmet St. |
| Standard fare for those looking for more than bamboo. They deliver. |
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| Panera Bread Co. - Barracks Road Shopping Center; newly in Hollymead Town Center. |
| Upscale chain bakes breads, muffins and pastries, plus sandwiches and soups. |
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| Papa John's - 722 Rio Rd., 973-7272; University Shopping Center, 979-7272; 1305-A Long St., 296-7272. |
| Pizza fans come to Papa. Online ordering for pick-up or delivery possible at papajohns.com. |
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| Para Coffee - 19 Elliewood Ave. |
| Corner coffeeshop serves locally-roasted coffee, pastries and a place for arts and community to call home. During the week, you can get a small coffee here for a cool, flat dollar if it's before 9am. |
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| Pee Wee's Pit Barbecue - 485 Valley St., Scottsville. |
| Stripped-down menu of pulled pork, mac'n'cheese, green bean almondine, and other Southern standbys. |
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| Peking - 115 Fourth St. NE. |
| Lunch buffet. Free delivery with minimum purchase. |
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| Penne Lane - 707 W. Main St. |
| New York-style deli serves up sandwiches, salads, and fresh-baked goodies like scones and sticky buns. |
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| Pesto Mediterranean Grill - 375 Four Leaf Ln. Ste. 101, Crozet. |
| All things sunny and Mediterranean: seafood, kabobs, panini, Greek entrees. |
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| Petit Pois - 201 E. Main St. |
| French-American bistro from the owners of Fleurie. |
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| Pita Pit - 104 14th St. NW. |
| Wrap-style sandwiches are back on the Corner. |
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| Pizza Bella - Mill Creek, off Avon St. |
| Gourmet pizza and Italian dishes. |
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| Pizza Hut - 1718 Seminole Trail; Ivy Road. |
| The Jabba of pizza chains. |
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| Pollak Vineyards - 330 Newtown Rd., Greenwood. |
| Tastings April-October daily 11am-5pm, November-March Wed.-Sun. 11am-5pm. |
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| Pomme - 115 S. Main St., Gordonsville. |
| Casual French in a converted church. Try the duck. Reservations recommended. |
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| Prince Michel of Virginia - 154 Winery Ln., Leon. |
| Tastings and self-guided tours January-March Mon.-Thurs. 10am-5pm, Fri.-Sun. 10am-6pm; April-December daily 10am-6pm. |
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| Prospect Hill Plantation Inn & Restaurant - 2887 Poindexter Rd., Trevilians. |
| Candlelit prie fixe four course dinners in this 1732 plantation house located 12 miles east of town near Zion Crossroads. |
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| Qdoba Mexican Grill - 1415 University Ave. |
| Spicy burritos, quesadillas and Mexican salads made before your eyes. |
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| Quizno's Subs - Barracks Road Shopping Center, 296-8000; Rivanna Ridge Shopping Center, 977-7827; Hollymead Town Center, 978-4544. |
| Chain offering cheesesteaks, meatballs and specialty subs. Salads and soups, too. |
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| Ragazzi's - 900 Shoppers World. |
| Big portions of the pastas you love. |
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| Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 1805 N. Emmet St. |
| Fast-food chain with a stripped-down menu of chicken fingers, plus coleslaw and Texas toast. |
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| Rappahannock Cellars - 14437 Hume Rd., Huntly. |
| Open year-round for tours and tastings. Sun.-Fri. 11:30am-5pm. Sat. 11:30am-6pm. |
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| Rapture - 301 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. |
 | BOLD BITES! View Here! Co ...
International fare, purple pool tables and a hoppin' dance club. |
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| Rapunzel's - 924 Front St., Lovingston. |
| Coffee, books and music; chill out in Lovingston. |
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| Red Lantern - 221 Carlton Rd. |
| Chinese cuisine by the pint or the quart. |
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| Red Lobster - 1600 Emmet St. |
| Seafood with daily specials. Extended hours for hungry hotel patrons. |
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| Red Robin - Fashion Square Mall. |
| Gourmet burgers, salads, and bottomless pits of steak fries. Kid-friendly. |
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| Revolutionary Soup - 108 Second St. SW, 296-SOUP; 104 14th St. NW, 979-9988. |
| Choose from a slew of enticing soups made daily. Excellent wraps and salads. Now also started serving breakfast. |
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| Rhett's River Grill and Raw Bar - 2335 Seminole Trail, Suite 100. |
| She-crab soup, half-shell delicacies, and steaks. Lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch. |
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| Rise Pizzaworks - Barracks Road Shopping Center. |
| Made-to-order pizza by the slice in a striking, modern space. Toppings run from olives to dried cranberries, tortellini to prosciutto; specialty pies include the margherita and the veggie white. |
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| Ristorante Al Dente - 925 Second St. SE in the Ix Building. |
| The formal Italian you remember from Al Dente's old space on the Mall, plus a patio overlooking Ix ruins. |
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| Riverside Lunch - 1429 Hazel St. |
| Legendary burgers and fries. |
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| Riverside North - Forest Lakes Shopping Center. |
| Notable burgers and fries on 29N. |
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| Roast - 407B Monticello Rd. 296-8292; 212 Seventh St. (inside the SNL Building) no phone. |
| Cuban press sandwiches, soups and salads. Live music often. Small satellite store downtown provides breakfast items, smoothies and coffee. |
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| Ruby Tuesday - 1114 Emmet St. |
| Burgers, salad bar and lotsa beer. |
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| Saigon Cafe - 1703 Allied St. |
| The first Vietnamese restaurant in town. |
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| Sakura - 105 14th St. |
| Expanded multilevel sushi and noodle bar. Sake bombs anyone? |
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| Sakura Japanese Steak and Seafood - Hollymead Town Center. |
| The name gives it away. Great teppan yaki seafood and Japanese-style steaks. |
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| Sal's Caffe Italia - 221 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. |
| Brick-oven pizza plus subs, pasta and outdoor seating in a lively Mall location. |
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| San Marcos - 12399 James Madison Hwy., Orange. |
| Authentic Mexican from a family-owned place. Try the flan or the chicken soup. |
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| Savour - 1250 Emmet St. |
| Just north of Barracks Road, this new sit-down spot offers eclectic contemporary cuisine. |
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| Shang Hai - 312 Pantops Shopping Center. |
| Wide array of regional selections, plus a lunch buffet. |
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| Sharp Rock Vineyards - 5 Sharp Rock Rd., Sperryville. |
| Tastings and self-guided tours, Fri.-Sun. 11am-5pm mid-February through December. |
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| Shenandoah Joe - 945 Preston Ave. 295-4563; 2214 Ivy Rd. 923-4563 |
| Local roaster has a coffee bar where you can sit and read the paper or chat with roasters right in the shop. Many coffees and espressos, plus pastries. |
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| Shun Xing - Forest Lakes Shopping Center. |
| Szechuan, Hunan and Cantonese-style dishes for the Forest Lakes crowd. |
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| Siips - 212 E. Main St. |
| Downtown's newest wine bar, in a big renovated space. |
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| Silver Thatch Inn - 3001 Hollymead Dr. at 29N. |
| Circa 1780 inn with innovative contemporary cuisine and award-winning, all-American wine list. Reservations suggested. |
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| Simeon Market - 1330 Thomas Jefferson Pkwy. |
| Gourmet to-go just past Monticello on Rt. 53. Sandwiches, quiche, pastries and coffee. |
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| Smokin' Eddie's BBQ and More - Intersection of Rts. 29 and 33 in Ruckersville. |
| They smoke their own pork Southern-style at this spot—mostly takeout. Sandwiches, dinners, and BBQ by the pound. |
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| Smoothie King - Barracks Road Shopping Center. |
| Chain features smoothies, supplements, healthy snacks. |
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| South Street Brewery - 106 South St. |
| Rockin' international menu: ribs, chicken pitas, goat cheese pastries and excellent burgers. Fresh brews include World Beer Cup gold medalist JP Ale. |
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| Splendora's Gelato - 317 E. Main St. |
| Ever-changing selection of creamy Italian gelato (and sorbet--try the mango), European coffee bar and delicious desserts in a bright Downtown Mall location. Best chocolate chip cookies in the city. |
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| St. Maarten Cafe - 1400 Wertland St. |
| Hot wings, cajun cheese fries, pastas, burgers and beer at this Caribbean-themed place, on the Corner for 24 years. |
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| Starbucks - 1601 University Ave., Rivanna Ridge Shopping Center, 1520 Seminole Trail, Hollymead Town Center. Locations without phones in Fashion Square Mall, Target, Rio Hill Kroger, and in Harris Teeter and Barnes & Noble in Barracks Road Shopping Center. |
| Multiple locations for all your corporate coffee needs. |
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| Sticks - 917 Preston Ave., 295-5262; Rivanna Ridge Shopping Center, 295-5212. |
| A quick, healthy alternative: Kebobs (veggie options available), sides (hummus, roasted eggplant), salads, desserts. |
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| Stone Mountain Vineyards - 1376 Wyatt Mountain Rd, Dyke. |
| Tastings and tours March through mid-December Fri.-Sun. 11am-5pm. |
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| Stoney Creek Bar & Grill - Wintergreen. |
| Distinctive dining at Wintergreen's Stoney Creek Golf Course. Lunch, dinner and a big Sunday brunch. |
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| Subway - 2212 Ivy Rd.; 1764 Rio Hill Ct.; 32 Mill Creek Dr.; 300 Pantops Ctr.; 1061 Rio Rd E.; 2955 Ivy Rd.; 104 14th St NW.; 111 Maury Ave.; 1220 Seminole Trail; 1779 Fortune Park Rd.; 251 Ridge McIntire Rd; 1300 Emmet St.; 5786 Three Notch'd Rd. in Crozet. |
| Tons of locations, so you can "eat fresh" anywhere. |
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| Sugarleaf Vineyards - 3613 Walnut Branch Ln., North Garden. |
| Tours and tastings Jan.-Feb. Sat.-Sun. and holiday Mondays 11am-6pm; Mar.-Dec. Wed.-Sun. and holiday Mondays 11am-6pm. |
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| Sushi Love - 12 Elliewood Ave. |
| Sushi Love is now OPEN at 12 Elliewood Avenue, on the UVA Corner near Cantina ...
New Corner joint serves fresh, artistic sushi in a modern space. Beer, wine and sake in the bar; bento boxes make a delicious lunch. |
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| Sweely Estate Winery - 6109 Wolftown-Hood Rd., Madison. |
| Open for tastings daily 11am-5pm. www.sweelyestatewinery.com. |
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| Szechuan - 2006 Holiday Dr. |
| Szechuan, Mandarin, Japanese hibachi and all-you-can-eat lunch buffet. Delivery, too. |
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| T.G.I. Fridays - Hollymead Town Center. |
| Feel-good chain: burgers, salads and "flair." |
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| Taco Bell - 1158 Fifth St. NW., 295-9185; 801 Emmet St., 979-9074; Pantops Shopping Center, 296-7647; 1868 Seminole Trail, 974-1344. |
| Great late-night drive-thru. |
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| Taiwan Garden - 2171 Ivy Rd. |
| Basic assortment of Chinese fare in basic surroundings. |
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| Take It Away - 115 Elliewood Ave. |
| Sandwiches, salads, homemade sides and desserts in jazz-themed shop. |
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| Tara Thai - Barracks Road Shopping Center. |
| Serves up affordable Thai faves: curries and other entrees, with multiple meat, fish and veggie options. |
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| Taste of China - 610 Albemarle Square. |
| Chinese favorites on 29N. |
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| Tastings - 502 E. Market St. |
| Combo wine shop and eatery; wood-grilled entrées and the biggest wine list in town. |
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| Tavola - 826 Hinton Ave. |
| Open kitchen in the former Crush space serves up lovely food (pancetta-wrapped shrimp, handmade pappardelle) and an artisanal wine list. Reservations not accepted. |
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| Tea House - 325 Four Leaf Ln., Crozet. |
| Chinese place across Rte. 250 from Blue Ridge Builder Supply. Chinese-American and authentic Chinese weekly specials. |
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| Ten - 120B E. Main St., over the Blue Light Grill. |
| Super swanky second-floor establishment serving modern Japanese, along with 25 imported sakes and fancy cocktails. The kobe beef is a must. |
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| Thai '99 - 2210 Fontaine Ave. |
| Thai restaurant with everything you'd expect. Standard and traditional dishes served simply and reasonably priced. |
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| Thai '99 II - In the Garden Shopping Center on 29N behind Pier 1 Imports. |
| Similar food as its numerical predecessor with different owners, location and radically different interior, for the better. |
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| Thai Mex - Off Route 151, Nellysford. |
| Crispy duck battles it out with chalupas, and everybody wins. Full bar, too. |
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| The Backyard - 20 Elliewood Ave. |
| Claims "Downtown food at Corner prices": sandwiches, salads, and nice entrées. |
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| The Barbeque Exchange - 213 W Main, Louisa |
| Smokin' new eatery from the chef who cooks at Fosett's at Keswick. Hickory smoked and slow-roasted pork shoulders and spareribs. |
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| The Biltmore - 16 Elliewood Ave. |
 | A UVA legend featuring the largest outdoor patio and social space in Charlottesv ...
Large-portion pastas and chicken dishes and a popular drinking scene, all at student-oriented prices. |
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| The Boat House - 101 Seminole Ct. |
| Steaks and seafood in the former Sam Maverick building. This new concept is inspired by Philly's historic Boathouse Row. |
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| The Box - 109 Second St. SE. |
| Noodle and dumpling place with a Mr. Miyagi mural. |
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| The Café at Boar's Head Inn - Boar's Head Inn, 200 Ednam Drive. |
| Between your spa appointments, hop in for some homemade soup, a hearty sandwich or a quick smoothie. Thursday's Pasta Bar is especially popular among the guests. |
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| The Flat - 111a E. Water Street, behind the Jefferson Theater. |
| The place for crepes: Choose sweet or savory for lunch or dinner. |
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| The Fountain Room at the Mark Addy Inn - 56 Rodes Farm Dr., Nellysford. |
| Picture-perfect mountain B&B, with a dining room open to all. Upscale and eclectic, with five entrées daily--for example, filet mignon in peppercorn brandy sauce. |
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| The Inn at Meander Plantation - 2333 N. James Madison Highway, Locust Dale. |
| Upscale American cuisine and candlelight dining. Reservations recommended. Breakfast open to inn guests only. |
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| The Local - 824 Hinton Ave. |
| Belmont neighborhood spot with unusual twists on local, organic ingredients: braised beef shanks with gnocchi, for one. |
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| The Melting Pot - 501 E. Water St. |
| Fondue, fondue, and fondue! This melted-cheese franchise features warmers built into the tables and a huge wine selection. |
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| The New Deli and Grill - 1640 Seminole Trail. |
| Deli sandwiches, wraps, salads, breakfast and catering on 29N. |
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| The Nook - 415 E. Main St. |
| Half-century-old Charlottesville diner is back in a slightly more self-conscious version of its former self. Sandwiches, dinners and a full bar. |
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| The Pointe - In the Omni Hotel. |
| Tapas-style appetizers, filet mignon and Starr Hill beers on tap, in a formal atmosphere. |
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| The Shebeen Pub and Braai - Vinegar Hill Shopping Center. |
 | Conjures the South African veldt with peri-peri sauce, braised lamb shank, and bobotie (South African meatloaf). |
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| The Southern - 103 S. First St. |
| Downtown music venue also does lunch: Southern-inspired salads, sandwiches and other goodies (think shrimp and pie!). |
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| The Spudnut Shop - 309 Avon St. |
| A Belmont institution: homemade potato doughnuts (thus, the name). Get some with coffee for mere pocket change. |
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| The Tavern - 1140 Emmet St. |
| UVA memorabilia covers this old-fashioned breakfast joint. Omelets and the like, and sandwiches for lunch. |
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| The Toliver House - 209 N. Main St. |
| A Gordonsville tradition is back, with new twists on Southern favorites (fried green tomatoes) and inventive entrées. |
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| The Villa - 129 N. Emmet St. |
| American breakfast anytime, Greek and Italian lunch and dinner; salads, burgers, pies and diner fare. Open late-night. |
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| The Virginian - 1521 University Ave. |
 | Charlottesville's oldest eatery for great food and great times. Enjoy the be ...
Cozy Corner mainstay with an 80-plus-year history. Burgers, steaks, seafood, pasta and salads. |
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| The X Lounge - 313 Second St. SE. |
 | Located one block from the downtown pedestrian mall, this sexy urban restaura ...
Eclectic, international menu and lots of specialty drinks in this sexy urban bar. Live trees inside the building! Best of C-VILLE winner in 2009. |
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| Three - 1517 University Ave. |
 | A casual sports bar with an old school twist; three offers your childhood favori ...
The former Jabberwocky has upscaled itself: breakfast burritos, ribeye steak and a dressed-up look. |
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| Three Notch'd Grill - 5790 Three Notch'd Rd. |
| Mixed American grill with sandwiches, pasta, seafood and more. |
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| Timberlake's - 322 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. |
| Old-fashioned soda fountain, sandwiches galore, burgers and dogs way back behind cosmetics and shampoo. |
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| Timberwood Grill - 3311 Worth Crossing. |
| All-American eatery and after-work watering hole. Try the crab-stuffed tilapia, homemade soups and burgers. Sunday brunch. |
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| Tip Top - 1420 Richmond Rd., on Pantops Mountain. |
| Breakfast, lunch and dinner, with Italian and Greek specials. |
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| TJ's Tavern and Dining Room - 990 Hilton Heights Rd. |
| Doubletree Hotel dining room with views of the Rivanna. |
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| Tokyo Rose - 2171 Ivy Rd. |
| Longstanding landmark serves sushi and sashimi, including lots of veggie options, plus lunch specials. |
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| Topeka's Steakhouse - 1791 Richmond Rd. |
| New steakhouse with hand-cut steaks, seafood specialties and “yardbird” (that’s chicken) entrées. |
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| Town and Country Market - 1907 Emmet St. |
| Part of the Tiger Fuel chain. Boar's Head sandwiches and a bulk candy selection. |
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| Trackside Café - 500 Albemarle Sq., ACAC. |
| Healthy fare and smoothies inside ACAC. Open to all. |
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| Trailside Coffee - 1110 Old Trail Dr., Crozet. |
| In the Old Trail Shopping Center, espresso, chai, and pastries—plus panini, Rev Soup soup and homemade ice cream sandwiches made with Chaps ice cream! |
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| Trinity Irish Pub - 1505 University Ave. |
| Carved wooden bars and a new upstairs balcony class up the former O'Neil's. 16 beers on tap, sandwiches and salads. |
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| Tropical Smoothie Cafe - 1954 Rio Hill Ctr. |
| Branch of the smoothie franchise up on 29N. Wraps, smoothies, sandwiches and breakfast. |
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| Tubby's - 1412 E. High St. |
| Grilled sandwiches and subs galore. |
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| Twisted Branch Tea Bazaar - second floor of 414 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. |
| Downtown teahouse offers Middle Eastern and Asian cuisine, delectable desserts and 80+ exotic loose teas. |
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| Two Sides Restaurant - 221 Carlton Rd. |
| Burgers, dinner platters (fried flounder, for one), sammies and basic breakfast. Sports bar attached, too. |
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| Ventana - 117 Fifth St. SE. |
| Expanded space just off the Mall fuses Latin, French and Asian influences to create upscale dinners accompanied by a huge tequila selection and a big winelist. Well-chosen lighting gives the bar a dim sunset glow at night. In nice weather, the open floor-to-ceiling windows mean you're practically eating outside. Best of C-VILLE runner-up in 2010. |
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| Veritas Vineyard & Winery - 145 Saddleback Farm |
| Open for $5 tastings Mon.-Fri. 9:30am-5:30pm, Sat.-Sun. 11am-5pm. Tours on weekends. |
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| Vinny's Italian Grill & Pizzeria - 241 Connor Dr. |
| This regional chain has pies plus a slew of caloric subs, pastas and stromboli (try the "Belly Buster!"). |
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| Vinny's New York Pizza and Pasta - 8841 Seminole Trail, Ruckersville. |
| Ruckersville pizzeria serves up authentic pies, pastas, subs and salads. Lasagna and veal are favorites at this long-established joint. |
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| Virginia Wineworks - 1781 Harris Creek Way. |
| Open Sat.-Sun. 11am-5pm. |
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| Vita Nova - Downtown Mall. |
| Cheap and hearty. |
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| Vito's - 2842 Rockfish Valley Hwy., Nellysford. |
| Italian sit-down place adds to the Nellysford scene, with pizza, Italian entrees, and local beers on tap. |
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| Vivace - 2244 Ivy Rd. |
| Authentic Italian in a casual, elegant setting. Every kind of pasta imaginable, plus seafood, Italian wines, grappas, full bar. |
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| Vocelli Pizza - 1857 Seminole Trail in the Woodbrook Shopping Center. |
| Pizza, panini, salads and stromboli for carryout and delivery, plus antipasti. |
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| Waffle House - 1162 Fifth St. SW and 495 Premier Cir. on 29N. |
| Smothered, covered, scrambled and fried. It's breakfast 'round the clock. |
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| Wayside Takeout & Catering - 2203 Jefferson Park Ave. |
| Come by for chicken livers, famous Old Virginia fried chicken and barbecue sandwiches. |
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| Wendy's - 416 Fourth St. NW. 979-0380; Corner of Routes 250E and 20 979-5908; Fashion Square Mall 973-6226; 8764 Seminole Trail, Ruckersville 990-2021. |
| Spicy no. 6. |
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| West Main - A Virginian Restaurant - 333 W. Main St. |
 | Charlottesville's "Down Home" downtown restaurant featuring an exp ...
Three floors of Southern-style casual: burgers, sandwiches and other feel-good fare. |
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| Weston Farm Vineyard & Winery - 206 Harris Creek Rd. |
| Tastings are $5 and you keep the glass. Daily 11am-5:30pm. www.westonfarmvineyardandwinery.webs.com. |
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| What Up Dog - On the Downtown Mall. |
| Downtown hot dog cart serves up Boar's Head all-beef dogs on ABC buns with 31 toppings, including seven mustards! Sodas, too. |
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| White Hall Vineyards - 5282 Sugar Ridge Rd., White Hall. |
| Open for tours and tastings Wed.-Sun. 11am-5pm. |
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| White Spot - 1407 University Ave. |
| Burgers with tradition at this popular Corner spot. Greek specialities, and a new Hershey's ice cream annex next door! |
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| Whole Foods Market - 300 Shoppers World Ct. |
| Fresh, all-natural sandwiches ranging from classic favorites to vegan delights. Big salad and prepared-foods bar, too. |
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| Wild Wing Café - 820 W. Main St. |
| Sports bar features wings and beer, plus pastimes like live music, karaoke, trivia and poker. |
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| Wintergreen Winery - 462 Winery Ln., Nellysford. |
| Open daily 10am-5pm November through March; daily 10am-6pm April through October. |
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| Wood Grill Buffet - 576 Branchlands Blvd. |
| Big buffet featuring things grilled on wood. Best of C-VILLE winner in 2010. |
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| Yuan Ho - 117 Maury Ave. |
| For those of you gung-ho about Chinese food, they've got it all. Great lunch deal before 4pm. |
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| Zazus Fresh Grille - 2214 Ivy Rd. |
| Lots of wraps, salads and fresh smoothies, plus yummy breakfast wraps. |
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| Zinc - 420 W. Main St. |
| Seasonal menu combines unusual local ingredients like quail and sunchokes with classic fare. New ownership transitioning towards smaller plate, tapas menu. |
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| Zocalo - 201 E. Main St., in Central Place. |
| Spicy, high-end, Latin-inspired cuisine with a full bar. |
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