I moved here from Texas this year and just tried Dave's. The food took a bit, (they were busy), but…read moreit came out hot and fresh. The flavor of the batter is really good, and it comes out super crispy. -I had the mild because I was scared. I will probably try medium next time. -My partner got the Reaper hot and they have some regrets, but I was told it was worth it. The portion sizes are huge and the chicken is very high quality.

Oh well. Third time was NOT the charm. If you saw my previous review of Dave's, you know I had a…read morebit of a love affair going on with this place. So, love woke me up today, and I decided that, despite changing my eating habits prior to my summer beach trip... I had to go to Dave's. Beach be damned. I needed Dave's. I mean, if you're going to break your diet, this is the only place to do it. I decided to go off script and try something different. Those little chicken bites looked appetizing and the new giant mozzarella stick was interesting. I ordered the chicken bites with the hot honey sauce... And one mozzarella thing with the very spicy sauce/flavor... The first thing that rubbed me the wrong way was that, right as I was starting to pay, the cashier decided to hit me with a 30 second diatribe about the tip button on the POS system. I just read an article about how tipping has gotten out of control in America. We used to tip for exceptional service. Now we tip because we breathe. I always overtip for exceptional service. Believe it or not, I am hypersensitive about being an African-American and how the entire race might be viewed if I don't tip well. So I tip well. But I don't like having to tip for a fast food meal. It's the same thing at Starbucks. If I pay $10 for a cup of coffee, I shouldn't have to pay another two dollars to the person who just happened to take my order. Let's be real, they don't even take our credit cards and swipe them anymore. We are doing all the work at the counter, so why tip them. When the guy at the counter told me that there was a tip option, and then explained in detail who the tip went to at Dave's.... I felt like I was being forced to throw extra money on what was already a $21 meal. I bought what amounted to some chicken nuggets, with a handful of fries, and a giant mozzarella stick. And a Coke. It was almost $22. That same meal would've cost 11 not too long ago. And now, you're trying to guilt me into adding a tip of 20%. That would take the bill up to $26 for some fricking chicken nuggets. Insane. So, I only gave a dollar as a tip, which only seemed to irritate the cashier. Now, on to the food. In my previous two trips, the chicken seemed premium. It was great quality, and the meals were wonderful. Today, those chicken nuggets seemed like second rate chicken. I had to spit one of them out because inside was fatty. The rest of them were stringy. I was five nuggets in before I found one that actually had the type of consistency that I would expect from eating chicken. It was pretty gross. My fries were not hot. I was honestly sitting there, wondering if they served me tepid fries because I did not tip big. The mozzarella stick was delicious though. I am admitting that I will go back just for that in the future. And the drinks are always good. They have the perfect ratio of syrup to carbonation. So, to sum it up. I got accosted by the tip police for a take out meal...the meal itself looked great when they handed it to me, but it was bad in two of three areas....bad chicken consistency and fries that died in the window. Thank goodness this was my third trip, so I will try them again. I just won't be getting those second rate chicken bites. And next time I'm not tipping a penny. Come on, Dave.

This was conveniently located next to the UVA campus. The interior was modern and pretty clean…read more There were many large tables, so it was easy to find a spot to sit. Ordering was quick, but food took awhile to come out. I had the three finger combo and it was pretty filling. I wish they gave a bit more fries though.

French fries or mushy…read more Sandwich had one piece of lettuce three chicken fingers two loaves of bread and some sauce I'm not impressed at all Service was jolly and felt like Christmas

Riverside Lunch is tucked away in Charlottesville and definitely worth the stop! Three generations…read moreof the same family working here, an awesome atmosphere, and a place that really hasn't changed much over the years. They still have Popeye playing in the corner, which is such a cool touch. The place has been here since 1935, and I love coming up here for a great burger! Definitely a little piece of history worth checking out.

We got single patties because we were eating all day but I needed to have a burger here. The…read morereviews just looked too good. I wish I had been hungrier because the burger was as good as I imagined. Soft bun, fried pickles on the side and a basket of onion rings topped with a seasonal cider and I was in heaven. Service was fast and our waitress was super friendly and helpful. We loved walking into the bar and getting a table right away. There were some larger groups in there so we got lucky for sure.

Love cookout, amazing. So lucky to live in a world where cookout exists. Always get a regular…read morebarbecue tray with hushpuppies, white cheddar cheese bites and a peach cobbler shake.

My go to spot when I worked late. Their prices are really good and they have an extensive menu. You…read morecan get almost everything you're craving in one spot lol. The food is decent, customer service is always great! Very fast service. I like going through the drive thru. Plenty of parking at this area. Very very good prices if you're on a budget.

Absolutely wonderful. I was next door getting Chinese and thought to try Deen's because I had read…read morethe reviews. I ordered the hot wings and was pleasantly surprised. Maybe the best fried chicken in C'ville and I've tried them all!

This is just a review for the chicken tenders. Such a sweet mom and pop shop! My fiancé and I were…read morecelebrating our anniversary at a vineyard and accidentally skipped lunch. I didn't realize how hungry I was until I found myself in this area. My body was screaming for protein and I thought chicken tenders would hit the spot. I'm really happy I found Deen's Bistro. I came around 4pm so was the only customer there at the time. It was nice to see that it was a halal spot. I was immediately welcomed and was able to place my order quickly with the cashier. It took about a little over 10 minutes for my chicken tenders to come out. It was nice to learn that they were fresh and made from scratch. There was seating inside, but I opted for take out. I had to wait a bit to eat since they were freshly made and hot. The spices were pretty nice on the tenders. Overall, I'd give the tenders a 3.5, could be because I went during an off hour. They also gave me a huge generous serving of some sauce. Glad I could grab some protein.

Good ! Standard commercial q! Just wish it was hot ! They let it stand on the counter and it gets…read morecould quickly ! Always nice people ! The point is legit ! Pork was hot today ! Ambiance is good

Great bbq but you can tell it's a chain. It misses that homey feel that you get from local bbq…read moreplaces. The food is great though and I love the sauce options.

First timer and was neither impressed nor disappointed…read more I ordered by drive thru as I was in a rush. I wasn't familiar with the menu so I ordered a basic 6 piece chicken nugget/tender box with fries and a biscuit. The chicken was ok. It seemed overcooked. The fries were surprisingly fresh. The biscuit still lags behind Popeyes or McDonald's - gold standards for tasty but extremely unhealthy biscuits. Overall a meh fast food stop. I didn't get sick so that's a plus.

The food and service were amazing! Clean restaurant and the…read moreworld is crazy for rating this place 3 stars. 5 stars!!!

This is my new favorite joint. Ordered the power steak bowl…read moreand it was delicious. I love all the elements combined together...I also ordered the spicy shawarma pita chips which were excellent. I definitely will continue to make my way through the menu.

Got d clean food ! Little pricy but that's the price for this type of food! Manager is awesome but…read morevery reserved! She works like a beast! Good team ! The spicy cilantro is not a stand alone dish! lol! Great heat and flavors! Use the app! We got ten dollars off! I will say tipping is an issue! It is made to order , but beverage and busing you are on your own! It's dealers choice! No ice but beverages are chilled! No lamb meatballs, sad face emoji!

Excellent food, service and festive atmosphere! Upscale fast food... is there such a thing? Yes,…read morethere is! The interior looks like a pub with wood interiors and a cozy cabin feel but the food is served by food runners. The food comes out fairly fast and tastes great! Unisex bathrooms are clean. Dining area has nice, dim lights for an intimate setting. Service was excellent. Will definitely eat here again!

This place has simple, great grab and go food. Hubby loves chicken. If you are in Charlottesville,…read morethis is worth a visit.

I love sitting outside here, and the burgers are delicious, so are the sweet potato fries. The…read morestaff is personable and they work hard to provide everything as desired. I'm one of those annoying people that likes all the sauces on the side.

Love this place! Portions are small but the burgers are phenomenal, and there are some really fun…read moreflavor combinations, like the Peanut Butter burger. The have a great catering set up, with a really friendly group of people who with come out with a grill and throw down some wagyu burgers for your next party.