Melanie’s guidebook
Neighborhoods
Historic neighborhood formed in late 1800's, with most houses built by the 1920's. Easy walk to Charlottesville's Downtown Mall, and less than two miles from the Rotunda at the heart of the University of Virginia.
Martha Jefferson
Historic neighborhood formed in late 1800's, with most houses built by the 1920's. Easy walk to Charlottesville's Downtown Mall, and less than two miles from the Rotunda at the heart of the University of Virginia.
Food scene
Great restaurant in the center of the Downtown Mall. Has Latin-inspired food, that is unique and delicious. The salmon, scallops, and chile relleno are all amazing. They have the best patio in town. Be sure to try a drink made with fresh fruit juice.
38 locals recommend
Zocalo
201 E Main StGreat restaurant in the center of the Downtown Mall. Has Latin-inspired food, that is unique and delicious. The salmon, scallops, and chile relleno are all amazing. They have the best patio in town. Be sure to try a drink made with fresh fruit juice.
Better than bagels in NYC - this is a Charlottesville classic. Don't let the lines scare you, it moves quick and totally worth the wait.
143 locals recommend
Bodo's Bagels
505 Preston AveBetter than bagels in NYC - this is a Charlottesville classic. Don't let the lines scare you, it moves quick and totally worth the wait.
Great sushi - be sure to try the Tuna Carpaccio salad. All indoors seating or do take out. Right off of the Downtown Mall.
41 locals recommend
Now & Zen
202 2nd St NWGreat sushi - be sure to try the Tuna Carpaccio salad. All indoors seating or do take out. Right off of the Downtown Mall.
Good coffee on Downtown Mall - also has some good breakfast dishes.
18 locals recommend
Grit Coffee, Downtown
112 W Main StGood coffee on Downtown Mall - also has some good breakfast dishes.
Shenandoah Joe Coffee Roasters
945 Preston AveExcellent coffee on Preston Avenue.
Fabulous pizza - on the Downtown Mall. Now across the street from where this photo was taken.
8 locals recommend
Vita Nova New York Style Pizza & Restaurant
321 E Main StFabulous pizza - on the Downtown Mall. Now across the street from where this photo was taken.
Tavola
826 Hinton AveFancy Italian - tiny place, but very good! In the Belmont Neighborhood.
In the former location of Spudnuts, Quality Pie is an interesting and delicious stop. Their menu changes every day and is always good. Between Belmont, the DT Mall and an easy walk from Martha Jefferson.
14 locals recommend
Quality Pie
309 Avon StIn the former location of Spudnuts, Quality Pie is an interesting and delicious stop. Their menu changes every day and is always good. Between Belmont, the DT Mall and an easy walk from Martha Jefferson.
Legit French pastries - only open until they are sold out, so be sure to go in the morning. Great lunch sandwiches and excellent coffee too.
11 locals recommend
Petite MarieBette
105 E Water StLegit French pastries - only open until they are sold out, so be sure to go in the morning. Great lunch sandwiches and excellent coffee too.
Spanish tapas in dark and sultry setting. In the heart of Belmont serving high quality and delicious food - you can't go wrong with any order. Waitstaff is dressed in all black and a little surly, but well worth it.
160 locals recommend
Mas
904 Monticello RdSpanish tapas in dark and sultry setting. In the heart of Belmont serving high quality and delicious food - you can't go wrong with any order. Waitstaff is dressed in all black and a little surly, but well worth it.
Mexican popsicles in wacky flavors made with real fruit. Try the chili mango or really anything. About a 7-8 minute drive from the house.
9 locals recommend
La Flor Michoacana
601A Cherry AveMexican popsicles in wacky flavors made with real fruit. Try the chili mango or really anything. About a 7-8 minute drive from the house.