The selection of stores at Barracks is just the right mix. You've got a couple of great coffee…read morespots, good food options, and some really great shops. Parking is normally pretty easy to find but as we head towards the holidays, it's getting VERY busy.

Barracks Road Shopping Center is really nice with a variety of shops for array of customers. Truly…read morethere is something for everyone at this place. I love the water fountain near the restaurants, that's a beautiful touch. My biggest complaint is the parking lot, it's truly like a maze and there are many people not paying proper attention (to honest - that is me sometimes). I just which there was a smoother way of getting in and out. They have added some new places like soma, party store, and Warby Parker. It's very nice!!

Long brick lined path lined both sides with shops. Shops of skateboards, tea, coffee, vintage…read moreclothes, new clothes, theater, cover band nightclub, ice cream, atm, escape room, pinball arcade, city hall, eyebrow tattoo, united bank, Bank of America bank, sandwich shops, Thai food, Nepal Tibet food, Italian red, burger place, brewery pubs , city hall and a big pavilion for outdoor events. Also a long chalkboard to write messages. And a horse carousel for kids next to a discovery play spot. The city hall bldg had a neat 3D sculpture embedded in the wall of 3 presidents. It was a sunny day but one side of the walk path has perfect shade all along it from the buildings

The Historic Downtown Mall is a must see when visiting Charlottesville, NC. There are several…read morenearby garages and parking lots so we didn't have any issues finding parking g. The area has many shops, bars, and restaurants throughout the Downtown Mall. We grabbed some dinner and made for a lovely evening. There were even street performers out. https://www.visitcharlottesville.org/directory/charlottesville-historic-downtown-mall/

Most malls are dying. This one doesn't seem to be with the usual anchors and in between stores and…read morevery few cell phone repair shops. I only noticed one or two storefronts "in transition" and that's unusual these days. Charlottesville Fashion Square is the town shopping mall. Shaped like a large plus sign with the anchors at the main four points. JC Penney, Belk (times two) and Sears. The mall is on one level and is surrounded by parking. Most of the entrances will be through one of those anchor stores and there are three others that are not. There is also a spot in the back for local bus service. Other than being very well populated, the mall is in good condition with good lighting, smooth floors and lots of spots in the middle to sit and wait for your wife to buy her stuff.

As far as malls go, Fashion Square is pretty fair. It seems better already (as far as available…read moreshops) than when I originally moved to Cville three years ago. There are still a few vacant storefronts which always feels a bit sad, but at least one or two of them have signs that something is coming soon. There is a decent selection of restaurants, though I've never eaten at any of them. I do usually prefer an actual food court, to keep the food and eating folks separate from the clothing shops, maybe just because that's what I'm used to, but it feels weird to have all the tables with people eating right outside other kinds of shops. I think Fashion Square just isn't big enough to have a full designated food court area. Otherwise the main mall areas, bathrooms and stores all seem clean and well-kept. I have only visited the mall maybe 3 or 4 times, and usually for one or two specific shops, but it's always a kinda fun blast from the past to wander around a mall for a bit of time.

This is a neat space and I had a bit of time to explore as I waited for my sandwich from Feast…read more There's a fish monger at one end with all sorts of tasty seafood items. The tuna steak looked amazing. Then there's the Spce Diva with over 150 different spices. And then there's the Feast market with cheeses and wines and beers and higher end deli meats. A number of tables inside and out so that you can enjoy your meal here, too! Just an awesome spot.

Main Street Market is made up of Feast, Spice Diva, Orzo, Albemarle Baking Company, Feast Coffee…read moreTruck, Seafood at West Main, Crate & Marrow, and Monsoon Siam Togogo. Most of these open to a central hall/hallway with lots of seating. Each of these have their own yelp page so there's no point reviewing them here but it's a great collection. The building has a couple large private parking lots. Today it's raining out and in the 30/40s. I had to be out of my house for a few hours with my dog. It turns out while there are a lot of businesses in Charlottesville that have outdoor patios that are dog friendly, very few let you bring them inside. Main Street Market is the one exception I could find. Dogs are allowed in their seating area since all food prep is done in the shops. Our pup has enjoyed all of the attention he's received from passersby and I've enjoyed not having to be outside for four hours. The one downside is that there doesn't seem to be a public WiFi option. Several of the businesses have WiFi but it's all password protected.

This Marshalls has the lowest of choices. And the store was a mess. Hardly any shoes to choose…read morefrom. And the clothes were not good either. I've been to many Marshalls and I usually like the choices it has . This one has really nothing to choose from unless you want toiletries, gift wrap etc. Perhaps the homeless guys outside were a give away to what I might expect inside...

This Marshall's location is currently located next to a COVID Vaccination center in…read moreCharlottesville, Virginia. The store was very clean and in very nice order. The employees were sanitizing shopping carts wearing masks and providing hand sanitizer. I brought my husband in with me, he usually doesn't like shopping at these type stores but he walked around and had a good time while finding some new pants! I have visited this location once before this trip and I will be back again and update with photos! Cons: Some more typical shoe and clothes sizes were not available. More cashiers at the front would have prevented an almost empty store from having a waiting line at checkout.

Gone downhill . Time for it to close. All it's good for is returning clothes that don't fit from…read moreonline. I had a tag pop off pants when I removed from package and when I returned them the lady made a snotty comment. You could tell pants were not worn.

It is wonderful to have such a good selection of clothing available locally. It is important to me…read moreto try on clothes before purchasing, and I appreciate that Belks is here.

I came here mainly drawn to their shoe store - I was drawn by the sale sign…read more Upon entering, I realized they're dedicated to comfortable shoes, many made with sustainable or recycled materials. I bought a pair of Simple brand shoes, made form bamboo and silk, among other things. To be honest, many of the styles were a little too granola for me, but not to the point that I couldn't find something comfortable and cute for me to wear. What I liked, I really liked. Even my boyfriend found a pair of casual sneakers (Tevas) that he liked, and I got a pair of white Campers on sale. It's connected in the middle to a clothing store that has a lot of eco-cotton-modal fabric. It can be chic looking if worn right, but it's damn comfortable regardless. If I was preggers, I'd definitely hit this store up, but even in my non-pregnant state I could appreciate many items. Flowy cotton summer dresses that breathe sound really good about now, anyway.

I tell you why a gave this store a two...Customer service is horrible. They act like it is a…read morebother to help you. One lady was at the counter doing the books when I walked in, barely lifted her head to speak, and after I said hello she forced out a "hi". Hopefully, it was not a case of prejudging or assumption causing this lack of enthusiasm. Actually, if were just a mere lack of enthusiasm I would be ok with that. Everyone is not particularly excited to go to work EVERY day. However, it seemed that she did not care to help me as well. I am new to the area so, I purchased despite my discomfort in the store. I will find my See Kai Run Shoes on Zappos.com moving forward. They do have VERY comfortable shoes for women as well. But, oh well. They have my favorite brand of children's shoes but, I will never purchase from them again.

One of my teen daughter's top choices to shop…read more Since Dad typically buys I've been with her shopping over the years. The store is classy and displays beautiful. The quality above average and the styling seems to hit just right for the teen and young 20 demographic. Staff goes overboard to assist on our visits and returns are easy within 30 days no questions. My daughter often says the staff is better than other shops because they treat teens like adults. Through the eyes of my daughter who is a super regular it's a great place to shop for young women's clothing.

I had a great time. Super cute store, staff was so helpful, cute clothing, dressing rooms were…read morehuge, whole store was gorgeous and smelled amazing. Amazing quality of clothes, would definitely shop there again!