25 Restaurants Near John Paul Jones Arena Official Listing

25 restaurants available nearby

A photo of The Ivy Inn Restaurant restaurant

1. The Ivy Inn Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(3167)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Charlottesville

Booked 28 times today

Seasonal Local American Cuisine. We use many local products from local farmers. We are located about a mile west of the University of Virginia campus. Historic old home turned into a restaurant. Three small intimate dining rooms upstairs, one on the ground floor and a large weather protected patio. In the winter the Patio is heated. Family owned since 1995. Special diet needs met upon request.

A photo of Public Fish & Oyster restaurant

2. Public Fish & Oyster

4.8

Exceptional(2079)

$$$$

• Seafood • Charlottesville

Booked 51 times today

Public Fish and Oyster serves only the freshest and responsible 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.

3. South & Central

4.8

Exceptional(21)

$$$$

• Steakhouse • Charlottesville

Booked 20 times today

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

4. The Local

4.6

Exceptional(2089)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Charlottesville

Booked 63 times today

Come visit and experience The Local!We believe everyone should experience meals that feature delicately prepared fresh local ingredients in a great atmosphere. In our corner of the world, everyone's a Local. EAT, DRINK, & BE LOCAL

A photo of Ralph Sampson's American Taproom restaurant

5. Ralph Sampson's American Taproom

4.5

Awesome(196)

$$$$

• American • Charlottesville

Booked 10 times today

BIG FLAVORS FOR THE BIG GAME (FROM THE ORIGINAL BIG MAN)Whether you’re pre-gaming with burgers and wings or celebrating a big win with premium steaks and seafood, our menu has you (and your team) covered. LOCAL EATS, LOCAL BREWS (FROM A LOCAL LEGEND)Proudly featuring “Ralph’s Big Juicy” — a citrusy India Pale Ale made in collaboration with Three Notch’d Brewing Company.“IT’S ALWAYS BEEN A DREAM OF MINE” An upscale sports bar experience years in the making conveniently located in the heart of Charlottesville, Virginia.

6. Ten

4.8

Exceptional(890)

$$$$

• Japanese • Charlottesville

Booked 39 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

7. Maya

4.7

Exceptional(1271)

$$$$

• Southern • Charlottesville

Booked 13 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.

8. C&O

4.9

Exceptional(539)

$$$$

• American • Charlottesville

Booked 17 times today

Dinner is served in our mezzanine, bistro and upstairs dining rooms, Tuesday through Saturday. Reservations are for dinner only, please. Bar seats operate on a first come, first serve basis, and cannot be reserved.We cannot accommodate parties larger than 6. Due to the layout of our restaurant, we are unable to accommodate pets on our patio.

9. The Ridley

4.0

Excellent(286)

$$$$

• Southern • Charlottesville

Booked 9 times today

The Ridley is THE destination for upscale-casual dining and fresh seafood offerings in Charlottesville, Virginia. Located within The Draftsmen boutique hotel, The Ridley combines convenience and accessibility with an unparalleled dining experience. As one of Charlottesville’s Black-owned restaurants, the concept pays homage to Dr. Walter N. Ridley, the first Black student to graduate from The University of Virginia and receive a graduate degree from any major, historically white public university in the South.

A photo of Hamiltons' At First & Main restaurant

10. Hamiltons' At First & Main

4.8

Exceptional(1888)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Charlottesville

Booked 15 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.

Restaurants near John Paul Jones Arena Official Listing

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25 restaurants available nearby

1. The Ivy Inn Restaurant

2. Public Fish & Oyster

3. South & Central

4. The Local

5. Ralph Sampson's American Taproom

6. Ten

7. Maya

8. C&O

9. The Ridley

10. Hamiltons' At First & Main

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