Had our rehearsal dinner here, and everything could not have gone better. They were great at…read morecommunicating and responding to inquiries, and were able to adjust to rescheduling due to COVID. The food was exceptional. The caprese salad and the leek and cheddar puff hors d'oeurves deserve special mention. We also got high marks all around for the lam, beef, and chicken entrees. For dessert we had the panna cota and creme brûlée, which both came in small cups, which was a bit strange but they were great nonetheless. Special note to the service here. They know how to balance the wait staff so that they aren't constantly hovering, but also nonexistent to the point where you have to go looking for them. Everyone was serviced was care. My wife and I are deeply grateful for the space downtown! If you're looking to host a rehearsal dinner, work function, or other special event, check this place out!

Had a work function here. Very cool space for a function like this and can see how this would be…read moreperfect for a wedding rehearsal or reception.

Following a long set of Dr appointments at UVA, my bride wanted skinny fries! We did some searching…read moreand found Sizzle Shack in the Dairy Market! The Dairy Market is so cool! Great food options, plenty of places to sit and enjoy the food! First time to Sizzle Shack and the lady who helped us was smiling and friendly! We got their deal with cheeseburgers, fries and a fountain drink. The fries were awesome!! Cooked to perfection! Same with the cheeseburger!! I don't normally get mayo on my burger but that is how they serve it, so I tried and it was great!! We were there in mid afternoon, so the market was not very busy. It was quiet and the air conditioning made it a nice respite from the 90 degree weather outside. Will definitely go back!!

This is a great place to go when you are from out of town and coming with a large group of people…read more There are a lot of good food choices here. I had the pizza and icecream, both delicious. They also have good arepas and a curry place and Japanese food. They have long tables where groups can sit and also outdoor seating. Parking is plentiful.

My mom and I spent four nights at Glass House Winery & Brewery for a mother-daughter trip around…read moreCharlottesville, and it ended up being one of the highlights of our entire trip. Glass House is in Free Union, about 20 minutes outside downtown Charlottesville. The location was perfect because it felt peaceful and tucked away in the country, while still being close enough to explore Charlottesville, Crozet, wineries, orchards and hiking. The hospitality was what really made the stay special. Kristin, the chef at the B&B, is incredibly warm and welcoming, and breakfast at 9 AM each morning was something we genuinely looked forward to. She personalized meals around our likes and dislikes and used fresh, local ingredients. During our stay we had blueberry ricotta pancakes, peach and Brie cinnamon bread pudding, latkes with breakfast meats, and an egg quiche with sausage and vegetables. There was also yogurt, fresh fruit, smoothies and coffee available throughout the day. The B&B has a very personal feel, with cookbooks throughout the house, unique Nicaraguan tropical decor and themed rooms such as the Chocolate Room, Wine Room and Under the Stars Suite. The bedding was comfortable, with both communal spaces and areas where you could have some privacy. The attention to detail was wonderful. We had a chocolate surprise, and a complimentary glass at the winery for being guests. I'm not much of a sweets person, but the chocolates were somehow exactly what I wanted all weekend, especially with a glass of wine. You can also purchase bottles and chocolates after hours, and they recently launched a wine club. I also really liked that the owner is actually around the property and winery. He was happy to answer questions, talk about the area and share the history of the vineyard, which made the experience feel much more personal. The winery is about a five-minute walk from the B&B and is open Wednesday through Sunday. The glass house itself is beautiful, almost like a greenhouse, with water elements, accent lighting through the greenhouse plants and vineyards located directly behind it. There are places to sit and watch the sunset with a glass of wine or enjoy coffee in the morning. The sunsets were incredible. On a clear night, the colors over the vineyards seemed to change every few minutes, and it was incredibly peaceful. We also saw wildlife around the property. The winery offers chocolate and wine pairings, reasonably priced wine, live music and food trucks. The live music was especially good and covered different genres throughout the weekend. We even had a seafood boil from one of the food trucks. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. The brewery is another three-minute walk from the B&B and is currently open Saturdays. Having both a winery and brewery on the same property is something I didn't see anywhere else during our trip. We tried the pineapple sour and coconut stout, and they have a light beer coming soon. The brewery itself is also really unique because it was made using leftover wine bottles. There is plenty to do without leaving the property, including a saltwater pool, jacuzzi, live music, food trucks and plenty of places to relax. We also used Glass House as our home base for exploring the area. Carter Mountain Orchard was fun for apple cider donuts, cider and other treats. We visited Pippin Hill, Hark Vineyards, Eastwood Estate and Knights Gambit, each with a completely different atmosphere. We also hiked Humpback Rocks and Crabtree Falls. Humpback is definitely strenuous, while Crabtree was more manageable and had beautiful views. We spent some time in Crozet and downtown Charlottesville as well. We had a delicious meal at Smokehouse BBQ at Piedmont, and downtown Charlottesville's Downtown Mall was fun to explore. Vita Pizza was delicious and very accommodating with our food variations. One thing future guests should know is that most restaurants outside of Glass House are about 20-30 minutes away, so keep some snacks on hand and make dinner plans earlier. Most wineries also close around 5-6 PM, which actually worked well for us because we could enjoy the wineries during the day and get back to Glass House in time for the sunset. Our four-night mother-daughter trip was exactly what we wanted, and Glass House was the perfect home base. What made it even more memorable was the people we met and how genuinely welcomed we felt. There are plenty of beautiful wineries in the Charlottesville area, but Glass House felt different. You get wine, beer, live music, food, hiking, a pool, a jacuzzi, beautiful sunsets and a truly personal B&B experience all in one place. I genuinely think it would be a missed opportunity to visit the Charlottesville area and not experience Glass House. We will absolutely stay here again and recommend it to anyone visiting. You get the peaceful small-town feel along with beautiful, friendly amenities, and we truly can't say enough good things about our experience.

Probably the most unique vineyard we've ever visited. Unique indoor greenhouse--beware of…read moremosquitos! Disappointed to be eaten alive while seated inside. We did not love the wines but the Pineapple gose was delicious!

An empty space has been transformed into a meeting! And eating venue! You order at a…read morecounter(Chipotle style!) and find a seat. We lived this because we sometimes have a large-and loud group! The food was better than we expected- And everybody was happy with their beer! Cold and lots of choices!!

Had the Jägerschnitzel and it was amazing! Sour beer was tasty too. Great food. Sat outside with…read morefriends. Super nice wait staff, just all around nice, happy, kind, friendly people. If I'm back in Charlottesville, I'm coming back here.

Discovered the IX Art Park, well looking for quirky roadside attractions to check in my travels…read more Ended up visiting the Famous Butt Statue, and stumbled upon a Farmers Market Enjoyed the hip, electric vibe and checking the art work out as I walked through the farmers market. Ended up purchase a leafy lettuce plant, to grow my own lettuce and salad turnips.

Vegan Festival at IX Art Park, absolutely fabulous. A great day for a vegan family with vegan teens…read more& young adult to enjoy great food, shop companionate wares, and listen to music on the subject that matters most for our planet: veganism!! Good set up with a stage, lots of space for booths, indoor restrooms, grass areas, picnic tables, and even swinging benches in a gazebo. Tons of modern art installations to ponder. The location is a decent drive from home but totally worth it as "veg fests" near us have tended to be vegetarian which, no thanks. If this is an annual event, it's definitely going to be a tradition for me and my family . First time out here makes me excited for more C-Ville VEGAN FESTIVALS to come.

We really enjoyed our wine, blueberry cider, and food at Eastwood! Plus, the staff are friendly…read moreand want to ensure you have a great experience. We enjoyed the Gold Medal Tasting. This assortment had two whites and two reds--all of which earned gold medals at competitions. For lunch, we shared the grilled cheese with apple slices and the Eastwood salad, which included apples, blue cheese, nuts, and mixed greens. All were delightful. The tasting room has a warm vibe of a country gathering place with tables, a bar, and a stage. They also have outside seating. Their fermentation room has a glass wall that looks into the tasting room so you can see the tanks. Eastwood is located not far from Monticello and other wineries in the area. I recommend it as a definite stop on any wine outing.

A friend and I stopped here on a recent trip to Charlottesville. I was surprised by the number of…read morefamilies with children, as this is not something I'm accustomed to from living in Washington state for many years. We walked inside and found a great space that included a bar, ample seating, and a stage, where a singer was getting ready to perform. I decided on the White Reserve Tasting, and was able to swap out the oaky chardonnay for the Woodland White blend. My friend and I got a table outside as the weather was nice. We enjoyed our wine and people (and dog) watching. My favorites were the 2024 Viognier and the Woodland White. The 2024 Petit Manseng was good, but a bit tart, and the Artist White blend was too dry for my liking. This is a great winery that you should visit when in the area, that's both kid and dog friendly.

I had to update my review! Everything is so great here!…read moreIt's the nicest and cleanest!! Bowling Alley I've ever been in! Isaiah was our server,and he was wonderful! Ourcwhole experience here was super great!

Service (2/5): think that the person who checked is in could have been a bit nicer. I didn't…read morerealize our 2 hour timer starts when you check in at the front vice when you start the bowling game (ie, get your shoes, input the bowlers name, etc.

My husband and I went to Charlottesville a few weeks ago with our dogs to go hiking in Shenandoah…read more Thistlerock Mead was our last stop after we had brunch before heading back to Indy. We ordered bread and butter service and got a glass of the piedmont wildflower and a glass of the acacia monofloral to share. All so tasty! We later split a glass of the berry session, but kept it at that since we had such a long drive home. I got one of the art prints from inside and a bottle of the bilbomel (staff recommendation) to add to my best friend's birthday gift, as well as a bottle of bilbomel and a bottle of the acacia monofloral for us. The staff were very friendly and the inside was fairly busy with other customers. Just us and a small family were outside because we each had dogs. They have a big area for you-pick flowers to make your own bouquet and they also had a cute table set up out front with little pumpkins to purchase. We had a lot of fun posing the dogs with the skeletons around the property and they had these cute mushroom stools in a little play area for kids that we got them to pose with, too. It was perfect weather for mid-October and we had a lovely time. The only downside was that the picnic table under a big tree that we first went to sit at was infested with Chinese lantern flies, so we moved closer to the building. They are only open on weekends, but it's such a cute spot with great snacks and drinks. I definitely recommend stopping in if you can and we would love to come back!

First time and we will be back!…read more Loved the rose petal and raspberry meads. We had quiche and sausage roll to eat, both very good. Asparagus quiche was silky smooth! The setting is awesome. Antique log cabin with beautiful Mountain View. Kinnfolk, a Celtic duo performed. They were great! A lovely couple who sang a mix of traditional favorites and their own compositions. We wish them all the best and hope to hear them again soon!

Me, texting Yelp friend/die-hard DMB fan Stephanie S., who doesn't live in Virginia or anywhere…read morenear Virginia: "I just realized the winery I'm visiting is actually owned by Dave Matthews." Steph: "OMG, you're at Blenheim!?" Suppose this spot has a reputation. I chose it at random based on photos of it, and it was the perfect scene for a chill early Spring afternoon. We were able to bring outside food in, and we split a flight in their gorgeous tasting room. Prices were super reasonable and their grounds are absolutely stunning. I really loved everything about my afternoon at Blenheim, aside from the drive home that passed a certain President's tacky fence line. Highly recommend this spot!

Avoid the crowds across the pasture from Trumps winery and enjoy this one…read more Enjoyed the late afternoon by sipping the Painted White - 2024 at Blenheim. Unfortunately, this winery only offered packaged cheese and crackers for purchase. Accordingly, the sea salt crackers and Colby jack cheese became the perfect accompaniment.

What an amazing space; architecturally stunning! The wine coffee shop has these amazing…read more"pretzelants" (soft pretzel meets croissant) and cookies. On a nice day, you can sit on patio at several different styles of seating arrangements. If you time it right, you can see the train roll by.

The best this venue has to offer is it's ambiance in its expansive indoor and outdoor setting which…read moreoverlooks the river. It's a very cool industrial looking spot for food and drinks. They have a very efficient system of ordering on phones, though it does take away from the classic traditional aspect of restaurant service. With regards to the food, I was not wowed by it. The pricing didn't make sense to me. The factory fries which I think is the best thing on the menu that I tried so I recommend this dish if you are here for food, are around 15$. While the smash burger is 5$. A cocktail is 13$. Something seems off if fries are the most expensive dish ordered even if they are "loaded fries". The drink called "golden thread" if im not mistaken was delicious. If you like ginger then order this!! Overall, I cherished my time at this place.