Visitors’ Guide for Employers

Places to Stay
Restaurants and Event Spaces
Quick Bites 
Taxis/Transportation

Places to Stay: Deluxe Accommodations

Boar's Head Inn
www.boarsheadinn.com 
(434) 296-2181
800-476-1988
200 Ednam Rd.
  
Boar’s Head is a resort offering dining, a sports club, tennis, golf, a luxury spa and children’s programs. The Boar's Head is owned and operated by the University of Virginia Foundation.

Clifton Inn
the-clifton.com
(434) 971-1800
888-971-1800
1296 Clifton Inn Drive 

Country inn with the comfort and amenities of a luxury hotel. Award-winning restaurant.

Dinsmore House Inn
www.dinsmorehouse.com
(434) 974-4663
877-UVA-STAY 
1211 West Main Street 

Bed and breakfast in town.

The Forum Hotel
www.theforumhotelcharlottesville.com 
(434) 365-2600
833-360-9491
540 Massie Rd.
  
Boutique hotel located on the Grounds of the Darden School of Business, just steps away from the Law School. The Kimpton property features upscale and casual dining options, several event spaces, state-of-the-art classrooms, and a sprawling arboretum.

Graduate Charlottesville
www.graduatecharlottesville.com
(434) 295-4333
1309 W. Main Street 

Trendy boutique hotel located across the street from the University of Virginia’s undergraduate campus. Features a lobby coffee shop and rooftop restaurant and bar.

Keswick Hall  
www.keswick.com
(434) 979-3440
701 Club Drive (Keswick) 

Country house hotel with casual and fine dining restaurants, Arnold Palmer signature golf course, indoor/outdoor pool, spa, fitness facilities, tennis, massage.

Oakhurst Inn
www.oakhurstinn.com
(434) 872-0100
122 Oakhurst Circle

A boutique hotel located in the geographic heart of Charlottesville. The Oakhurst Inn offers a reduced recruiter rate of $159 Sunday-Thursday. With advance notice, the inn will also provide shuttle service to any on-grounds interview/meeting site.

Omni Hotel Charlottesville 
www.omnihotels.com/hotels/charlottesville 
(434) 971-5500
800-THE-OMNI
212 Ridge McIntire Rd.

Adjacent to the Downtown Mall. Indoor/outdoor pools, Jacuzzi, sauna, gym, restaurants and lounge. Meeting and banquet rooms available.

South Street Inn 
www.southstreetinn.com
(434) 979-0200
800-964-7008 
200 South Street 

"A Classic Southern Inn," furnished with antiques, located in the downtown historic district. 

Quirk Hotel Charlottesville 
www.quirkhotels.com/hotels/charlottesville
(434) 365-3890
499 W Main St.

Stylish boutique hotel located in between the Corner and the Downtown Mall.  Features an art gallery, a café, brunch, and a rooftop restaurant.


More Options Within Three Miles of the Law School 
 

Restaurants and Event Spaces

This section includes information on area restaurants, event spaces and takeout spots that are popular with visiting employers and the Law School community. Restaurants and venues marked with an asterisk (*) are known to have hosted receptions for law firms in the past.

The Alley Light*
www.alleylight.com
(434) 296-5003
108 2nd St. SW

Tucked away on a side street of the Downtown Mall, this speakeasy-inspired restaurant offers classic French shared plates and craft cocktails. 

Bang!* 
www.bangrestaurant.net
(434) 984-BANG (2264)
213 Second Street

Fusion tapas and an extensive variety of specialty martinis.

Birch and Bloom 
www.birchandbloomrestaurant.com
(434) 365-2590
540 Massie Road

Modern steakhouse with bar and dining room seating located in the Forum Hotel, across the street from the Law School.

Boar's Head Inn*
www.boarsheadinn.com
(434) 296-2181
200 Ednam Drive (off 250 West)

The Mill Room: Reservations recommended. Call 972-2230 or online.
Birdwood Bar & Grill Open daily from 9-5 for breakfast, lunch, and drinks. 

C & O *
www.candorestaurant.com
(434) 971-7044
515 E. Water Street (under the Pepsi sign) 

Upscale French/American food in a casual atmosphere. Reservations accepted but not necessary.

Citizen Burger Bar 
citizenburgerbar.com 
(434) 979-9944
212 E Main St.

Offers build-your-own grass-fed burgers and craft beers. Their bar features a wall of flat-screen TVs and is a popular spot to watch a game. 

Clifton Inn* 
the-clifton.com
(434) 971-1800, 888-971-1800 
1296 Clifton Inn Drive 

Both a historic southern inn and restaurant. The culinary team offers a collection of dishes for guests to create their own Charlottesville fine-dining experience. The restaurant is open seven days a week for breakfast and dinner.

Common House*
www.commonhouse.com
434-566-0192
206 W. Market St.

A contemporary social club and event space, offering hip decor, stylish, ingredient-driven cuisine, and rooftop terrace views of the city and mountains.  Events may be booked by both members and non-members.

The Fitzroy*
www.thefitzroycville.com 
(434) 295-1223
120 E Main St. 

Downtown kitchen and bar offering craft cocktails and updates of comforting American classics. 

Fleurie* 
www.fleurierestaurant.com
(434) 971-7800
108 Third Street NE (side street off the Downtown Mall) 

Modern French.

The Good Sport 
thegoodsporttaproom.com
540 Massie Road 

Upscale sports bar with a warm atmosphere located in the Forum Hotel, across the street from the Law School.

Hamiltons* 
www.hamiltonrestaurant.com
(434) 295-6649
101 W. Main Street (Downtown Mall)

Gourmet American dishes with trendy ingredients. 

The Ivy Inn* 
www.ivyinnrestaurant.com
(434) 977-1222
2244 Old Ivy Road (1 mile west of UVA)  

In an 19th-century tollhouse. 

Keswick Hall*
www.keswick.com
(434) 979-3440
701 Club Drive (Keswick)

Country house hotel at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains that offers both casual and fine-dining restaurants. 

The Local*   
http://thelocal-cville.com/
(434) 984-9749
824 Hinton Avenue

Contemporary American cuisine sourced from area farms. Offers several dining and event spaces. Catering also available. 

Mas Tapas*   
www.mastapas.com
(434) 979-0990
904 Monticello Road  

Spanish tapas. Traditional Spanish food and wines by the glass.  

Maya*   
www.maya-restaurant.com
(434) 979-6292
633 W. Main Street

An upscale restaurant featuring southern favorites like fried green tomatoes and catfish.  

Old Metropolitan Hall 
www.oldmetropolitanhall.com
(434) 260-7144
101 E. Main Street

Beautifully restored historic event venue on the Downtown Mall. Works with Charlottesville caterers and other event vendors to host seated dinners or standing cocktail parties. 

Oakhart Social
http://oakhartsocial.com
(434) 995-5449
511 W. Main Street

Wood-fired eclectic American food for sharing.

Orzo Kitchen and Wine Bar
www.orzokitchen.com
(434) 975-6796
416 W. Main Street (in Main Street Market)

Mediterranean-inspired menu and extensive wine list.

Public Fish & Oyster 
http://publicfo.com
(434) 995-5542
513 W. Main Street

Open for dinner and happy hour. Reservations strongly encouraged.

Red Pump Kitchen
https://www.redpumpkitchen.com/
(434) 202-6040 
401 E. Main Street  

Mediterranean, Tuscan and Italian cuisine. 

Sedona Taphouse*
www.sedonataphouse.com
(434) 296-2337
1035 Milmont Street  

Variety of food and beer, with over 500 craft brews available. Very short drive from the Law School. 

South Street Brewery* 
www.southstreetbrewery.com/
(434) 293-6550
106 South Street (near the Water Street parking garage)

Microbrewery, home of a number of award-winning brews. Offers contemporary regional cuisine. 

The Space Downtown 
www.thespacedowntown.com
(434) 284-1181
210 Water Street W.

Fully-equipped private dining facility located just off the Downtown Mall. Specializes in private parties and corporate events. 

Tastings 
www.tastingsofcville.com
(434) 293-3663 and (434) 971-9463
502 E. Market Street (just off Downtown Mall, near the Market Street parking garage) 

Wine shop and restaurant. Many seafood and poultry dishes, such as lobster bisque and grilled duck salad. Reservations recommended.

Tavola  
www.tavolavino.com
(434) 972-9463
826 Hinton Avenue (Belmont) 

Intimate rustic Italian dining emphasizing creative, local and seasonal foods. Separate cocktail lounge and antipasti bar. 

Ten   
www.ten-sushi.com
(434) 295-6691
120B E. Main Street

Modern, upscale Japanese dining. 

Three Notch’d Brewing Company* 
www.threenotchdbrewing.com
(434) 293-0610
946 Grady Avenue 

Craft brewery and taproom offering a wide selection of beer on tap. 

Trophy Room* (at the Graduate Charlottesville Hotel)
https://www.graduatehotels.com/charlottesville/restaurant/trophy-room/
(434) 295-4333
1309 W Main St.

Rooftop bar and restaurant featuring views of the Southwest Mountains and the University of Virginia’s undergraduate campus. 

The Virginian 
https://www.thevirginiancville.com/
1521 University Avenue (The Corner) 

Burgers, sandwiches, and entrees like spinach and artichoke pasta and chicken with baked apples.

The Whiskey Jar*
https://www.thewhiskeyjar.com/
(434) 202-1549
227 W. Main Street

Traditional Virginia Piedmont cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients.

South and Central
southandcentralgrill.com
(434) 202-1945
946 Grady Ave., Suite 104 (in the Dairy Market)

Latin grill and steakhouse offering dinner and brunch.

Zocalo*   
www.zocalo-restaurant.com 
(434) 977-4944
201 E. Main Street, in Central Place (Downtown Mall) 

Spanish and Latin-inspired dishes. Large outdoor patio.

Quick Bites

The Market at Bellair 
https://tigerfuelmarkets.com/locations/the-market-at-bellair/
2401 Ivy Road (in the Exxon station)

Gourmet sandwiches, salads, and hot entreés. Some seating, but mostly takeout. 
Bodo's Bagels
bodosbagels.com
1418 Emmet Street
505 Preston Avenue
1609 University Avenue (The Corner)  

Take out or eat in; be prepared to stand in line (although it typically moves quickly). All kinds of bagels, cream cheese flavors, sandwiches, salads and soups. 

Christian's Pizza 
118 W. Main Street (Downtown Mall)
100 14th Street (The Corner)
1880 Abbey Road (Pantops)
601 5th Street SW 

Whole or by the slice. Toppings include pesto, artichokes, avocado, tortellini, and BBQ chicken. Carry out available — call ahead. 

Dairy Market 
dairymarketcville.com
(434) 326-4552
946 Grady Avenue

Market hall featuring stands from a variety of local restaurants and vendors, with seating both inside and outside. Burgers, drinks, pizza, ice cream, and more. 

Feast!   
www.feastvirginia.com
416 W. Main Street (Main Street Market) 

Sandwiches and a market with items like fresh produce, olives, and meats. Parking off of 5th Street and behind Station restaurant. 

Ivy Provisions 
www.ivyprovisions.com
(434) 202-1308
2206 Ivy Rd.

Local delicatessen that serves delicious, fresh grab-and-go breakfasts, sandwiches, coffee, and wine. 

Marco and Luca Dumpling Store 
112 W. Main Street (Downtown Mall) 
(434) 295-3855
107 Elliewood Avenue (The Corner) 

Dumplings, noodle dishes, hot buns and soups. 

Revolutionary Soup 
www.revolutionarysoup.com
108 2nd Street SW

Soups made daily, sandwiches and salads. 

Roots Natural Kitchen 
www.rootsnaturalkitchen.com 
(434) 529-6229
1329 W. Main St. (The Corner)

Cozy, counter-service restaurant offering delicious, heathy build-your-own bowls and salads. Be prepared to stand in line (although it typically moves very quickly).


Take It Away 
www.takeitawaysandwichshop.com
115 Elliewood Avenue (The Corner) 

Eat in or take out. Deli sandwiches, salads, fresh breads, micro-brew beers. Parking for the lot next door is validated.  Catering available.
 

Taxis/Transportation

A and A Limousine, LLC
www.aandalimo.com
677 Berkmar Court
(434) 975-5466 

Camryn Executive Transportation and Limousine
www.camryn-limo.com
(434) 990-9070
@email
103-B Free Bridge Lane

Taxis

You can find taxis waiting to meet nearly every flight at the Charlottesville Airport, though you may have trouble late at night. A list of taxis with airport permits is available at http://gocho.com/to-from/taxi/.

Yellow Cab of Charlottesville
www.cvilletaxi.com
(434) 295-4131
1515 6th Street SE


Uber and Lyft operate in Charlottesville, but ride availability may be limited depending on time/location.