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    Michie Tavern

    3.9 (402 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    MICHIE TAVERN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Touristy
    Classy
    Good for kids

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    Jennifer D.

    We had lunch here after our tour at monticello. We were greeted by a hostess in colonial attire, who took us to our table of choices. This is a southern food buffet which was good overall. However, being it a buffet, the food area was small and there was someone who asked what you wanted to drink at the end of the buffet. She gave us a ticket to place on our table and 5 min later a server came over and told us when we were ready for seconds to tell her and she'd go fetch the 2nd round for us. I only took a few things off the buffet to start and when she came to ask what else I wanted I didn't remember what was on the buffet line. I would prefer to get it myself. Its very dark inside and hard to see in the main room. The food was ok but pricey for the one plate we took. Sodas and desserts are extra. For $28 I don't think it was worth it. It wasn't bad but it didn't have us leaving feeling like we ever need to return. If you decide to go look online to download the coupons!

    Theresa E.

    Our server was a man named Dylan. He was very attentive! The food was outstanding buffet style serving. My only thing is bring cash for the tip on my check there was no name for your server to give them tip money. I gave a 20 dollar tip on my credit card because I didn't have cash and I hope my guy actually sees it. It's a fun little place!

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    David J.

    We had an enjoyable lunch today at the old, charming Michie Tavern. It's staffed by people in period costumes, like Colonial Williamsburg. The food is a simple southern buffet, with coleslaw, green and black beans, beets, roasted tomatoes, mashed potatoes, and chicken or barbecue. The food is very good and the old tavern setting charming. The only issue I have with it is the cost, $76 for two self serve chicken lunches, a little excessive in my view. They are squeezing the last nickel out of the tourist appeal!

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    Adrianna U.

    was told this place is a must do after a trip to monticello so I listened, and I am glad I did! It's for sure a unique stop that perfectly rounds out a day spent at Monticello. Old style tavern, perfect cozy vibes. I visited right before Christmas so their decorations were very cute. Came here for the lunch special they offer till 3:00pm. Food is buffet style, but you can also ask the waiter to bring food directly to the table. The star is the fried chicken which would get 5 stars from me. The sides range in quality so I would give them 3-4 stars. The beets, stewed tomatoes and black eyed peas were my favorite. Mashed potatoes were flavorless to me, and biscuits + cornbread were too dry. Drinks and dessert are not included. For dessert, we all shared the "scotch john" which is like an ice cream covered in a cinnamon-y sugary spicy sauce. Delicious! would get again if I come back.

    Joel R.

    Historic tavern near Monticello. Buffet service. All you can eat. Fried chicken, baked chicken, green beans, baked beans, mashed potatoes & gravy.. Great food, especially the fried chicken. They promised great fried chicken and delivered. There is a server checking if you need extras on anything. The apple cider was delicious too! We sat on the closed in porch, which didn't really have an old time tavern feel, but it was still a great experience.

    Jadaia T.

    Visited Michie Tavern with a few friends for a luncheon while we were in Charlottesville and it definitely lived up to the hype! Known for their southern cuisine buffet, Michie Tavern has been around since 1784 and is known for its rich history. The menu consisted of southern fried chicken and baked chicken, stewed tomatoes, black eyed peas, hickory smoked bbq, green beans, mashed potatoes, homemade biscuits and cornbread. Everything was phenomenal. I even wrapped up my meal with peach cobbler and ice cream. So delicious. Service was top notch. The staff was friends and I loved how you are able to get as much as you'd like the first time, and additional food is served to you from your seat. So glad I was able to stop in right before Christmas because the decor and ambience was beautiful. I now have a spot in Charlottesville that I can stop in whenever I'm nearby!

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    Sandy L.

    Took my son here so he could experience some excellent fried chicken before heading back to college food. We both loved the chicken (both the grilled and fried versions!), along with the sides of mashed potatoes with gravy, savory green beans!!, mouth-watering vegetable soup, biscuits that melt in your mouth, and an especially big shout-out for the hot apple cider that tastes so incredibly good. Ben and I both love hot apple cider and have high standards for the perfect flavor...well done! On top of the excellent food, the service, atmosphere (oh that wonderfully warm fireplace on a cold day!), and fun option to wander around the property and visit two gift shops (the goat's milk lotion is divine!) it was exactly what we needed at the end of my son's winter break. Look forward to returning soon!

    Shawn C.

    Such a great find! Old building with lots of history. Serves a small menu of pub food. Enjoyed the pimento cheese ($7.50). Service was friendly. Has tons of dining rooms and rocking chairs on the front porch.

    Jessica S.

    One of the oldest pubs around (1784!) and the perfect spot to sit back and relax on the front porch and have a drink after spending the day at Monticello. Zoe was the consummate hostess.

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    Michael R.

    Well this was a cool experience! Is it a tourist trap? Absolutely! But I was also happy with the visit. The ordinary is a buffet set up to serve hundreds of people without feeling like it--there are half a dozen smallish rooms so it never feels crowded or gets too noisy. First relax about the buffet thing, it is a flat price and there is a waiter to refill drinks and bring you seconds. Second let me recommend the gazpacho. It is at the end of the line and easy to miss, but it got universal acclaim. The desserts cost extra but one cobbler with ice cream will serve two or more. (made fresh every morning). Minimal wait, pleasant staff, decent food. They don't discuss costs until you leave. ($25.95 for Buffet and 6.95 per dessert.) $4 off for military.

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    Jonathan V.

    Did the price measure up to the meal? Not to me, but it was a good lunch after visiting Monticello today. Show your Monticello ticket for $2 off your meal. I got the apple cider to drink, and it was very good (free refills). Mashed potatoes & gravy, fried chicken and cornbread were good.

    Bailey C.

    Went to Monticello for the tour AMAZING. And decided this was the place to go for lunch - saw and heard a lot (as a tourist). Waited outside the door for it to open, really busy place. Ambiance reminded me of a school cafeteria but worse - metal plates and cups. Food is sub par - best thing is the fried chicken. Everything else is like food I could get at the nursing home. Pretty views & neat history, however come once and never again. Oops the service was great! Super super friendly just not a foodie place.

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    Gluten free - great experience. I was able to have all but two items at the buffet. Fantastic service and great food!

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    Ask the Community - Michie Tavern

    Is it really closed on Tuesdays? On their website it says open daily. Thanks!

    No, they are just pulling your leg no pun intended! Yes they are closed on Tuesdays during Jan & Feb, there is very slow tourist traffic during the winter months so this cuts down on overhead!

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    Review Highlights - Michie Tavern

    Very good buffet in a historical tavern right down the road from Thomas Jefferson's Monticello and Charlottesville.

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