Best Fun Restaurants in Charlottesville

24 restaurants available nearby

1. Ten

4.8

Exceptional(917)

$$$$

• Japanese • Charlottesville

Booked 10 times today

Ten is a modern Japanese tapas style restaurant, centrally located on Charlottesville's Downtown Mall. Since 2006, Ten has served a variety of both traditional and original cuisine. Chef Pei Jen Chang sources ingredients from the finest local, regional, and international sea and farm purveyors, and strives to offer fare that will appeal to the gamut of culinary palates. Our bar menu boasts an extensive wine list, an assortment of imported and local craft beers, as well as one of the largest collections of sake in Virginia. In addition, we offer a unique selection of libations, such as hand-crafted Asian inspired cocktails, assembled using inventive, authentic ingredients, or a 'Sake Flight', which allows for the subtle, intricate flavors of three selected varietals to be experienced. The meaning of the Japanese word 'Ten' is 'heaven' or 'celebration', and our highest goal is to create an elevated, adventurous, and intimate dining experie

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2. Public Fish & Oyster

4.8

Exceptional(2120)

$$$$

• Seafood • Charlottesville

Booked 30 times today

Public Fish and Oyster serves only the freshest and responsibly sourced seafood. We believe in the complete dining experience and our knowledgeable staff is eager to provide you with the best dining experience Charlottesville has to offer.

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3. Black Cow Chophouse

4.7

Exceptional(105)

$$$$

• Steakhouse • Charlottesville

Booked 10 times today

Black Cow Chophouse is Charlottesville's spot for steaks, chops, fine wines, modern & classic cocktails and fun times. We feature a huge daily selection of both dry-aged and non dry-aged local and nationally sourced beef, as well as pork, game and lamb cuts. Our beverage program is carefully crafted and our hospitality is second to none. For the budget conscious, visit during our daily happy hour from 4:30 to 6:00 for Charlottesville's best steak deal and discounted drinks. We take our food

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4. Hamiltons' At First & Main

4.8

Exceptional(1945)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Charlottesville

Booked 7 times today

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

5. Maya

4.7

Exceptional(1302)

$$$$

• Southern • Charlottesville

Booked 5 times today

Maya is now accepting reservations from 4:30-8:30 Tuesday through Saturday as well as curbside take out orders during the same hours. Please visit our homepage to see our updated selections daily. You will be seated six feet from each table. Please call if you require a reservation over 8 guests.Maya does request that all guests entering the building are vaccinated for the safety of the other guests as well as staff. We ask that you opt for take away dining options if you are not fully vaccinated.Masks are required while entering and exiting the property as well as anytime you are not seated at your table. You will have an hour and a half to enjoy your meal and company. Located in the center of Charlottesville Virginia’s Midtown, MAYA serves dinner 5 days a week. Our “made from scratch” menu is prepared daily in honor of the Old Southern Kitchen.

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6. The Pink Grouse - Quirk Hotel Charlottesville

3.7

Very Good(187)

$$$$

• Farm-to-table • Charlottesville

Booked 7 times today

The Pink Grouse is synonymous with ease and comfort. A cozy refuge for locals and travelers to enjoy after a long foray into Virginia's wine country. From the bright airy dining room to the travelogue of small plates that take their cue from high altitude mountain cuisine. The Pink Grouse's palate is rustic yet refined, bold yet approachable, adventurous yet familiar.Whether you savor your meal in the heart of the dining room, on our outdoor terrace or in our living room bar, you are sure to have a memorable evening. Should you prefer a more exclusive dining event, the Private Dining Room offers seating for up to eight guests, surrounding by local art as well as our curated wine list of regional favorites and European highlights.

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7. The Pointe Restaurant & Bar

4.0

Excellent(97)

$$$$

• American • Charlottesville

Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner in a fun, casual restaurant overlooking Charlottesville's Downtown Pedestrian Mall. Our outdoor patio is a perfect place for seasonal outdoor dining!We are offering Breakfast and All Day Dining Menu .Serving trendy drinks, imported beers and microbrews alongside light lunches and dinners, the Pointe Bar is the ideal place to meet friends or relax after a long day in downtown Charlottesville. Complimentary Omni Hotel parking.

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8. Quirk Rooftop - Charlottesville

4.1

Excellent(45)

$$$$

• American • Charlottesville

Booked 10 times today

The rooftop at Quirk Charlottesville brings a laid back, indoor/outdoor, space to the neighborhood. Inspired by the rustic cooking of Italy and the season’s freshest local produce, the space is known for inventive brick oven pizzas. The rooftop offers a playful cocktail program, locally sourced craft beer and assorted wines. Rooftop will serve all ages until 7:00PM and then will be "21 & Up Only" for the remainder of the night. We happily take reservations for parties of 6 or more. Groups of 12 people and over, please contact 434-729-1234.

9. The Bebedero

4.5

Awesome(103)

$$$$

• Mexican • Charlottesville

The Bebedero is a Mexican restaurant serving a blend of traditional flavors with contemporary fusions. The eatery has a vibrant and energetic ambience and is adorned with bright hues in a chic modern style. The artistic style interiors and friendly staff members make The Bebedero a wonderful place to enjoy the tasty food with background music and southwestern fashion. The restaurant also offers outdoor seating for a more relaxed environment.The Bebedero has a full alcohol bar to enjoy food with drinks. Stew de albondigas, del mar stew, chile relleno, snapper a la parrila and pumpkin seed pipianon are known to be some of the popular entrée menu items. The restaurant also has scrumptious appetizers, kids' menu, shared plates and dessert variety. The Governor's new guidelines require all alcohol service to be suspended at 10pm. You may still sit and dine, but after ten pm no alcoholic beverages can still be on your table.

10. South & Central

4.7

Exceptional(59)

$$$$

• Steakhouse • Charlottesville

Booked 16 times today

Traditional flavors of South and Central America.LOCATED IN THE HISTORIC DAIRY MARKET IN CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA

Best Fun Restaurants in Charlottesville

Price

Cuisine (20 of 29)

24 restaurants available nearby

1. Ten

2. Public Fish & Oyster

3. Black Cow Chophouse

4. Hamiltons' At First & Main

5. Maya

6. The Pink Grouse - Quirk Hotel Charlottesville

7. The Pointe Restaurant & Bar

8. Quirk Rooftop - Charlottesville

9. The Bebedero

10. South & Central

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