Fossett's - Carte

Public Fish & Oyster

➤ 513 W. Main St Charlottesville, VA 22903, 22902-8729, United States

Carte • Fish • Beer • Pasta • Cheese

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"Le restaurant était bien situé pour nous et le menu avait l'air bien. Quand nous sommes arrivés, ils n'avaient aucun moyen de vérifier une réservation et n'avaient pas de table prête pour nous. Il a fallu environ 15 minutes à quelqu'un pour même accueillir notre table, donc nous pouvions déjà décider de notre dîner lorsqu'un serveur nous a parlé pour la première fois. Il a ensuite fallu encore 25 à 30 minutes pour que notre dîner arrive. Nous avons eu une salade César, un slider et un macaroni au fromage au homard et je ne commanderais rien de plus. La bière était bonne et cela semblait un endroit amusant. Il y avait de la musique live qui était vraiment bonne, mais tout l'endroit était si bruyant qu'il était impossible de parler."

The Alley Light

➤ 108 2nd St SW, Charlottesville I-22902-5078, United States

Carte • Tapas • Drinks • American • Vegetarian

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"We were seated on time and placed our order, but then things took a turn. Four share plates arrived within just 2-3 minutes of each other, leaving no room on our table. We were informed that this was due to their small kitchen and that dishes must leave the kitchen as soon as they’re ready. However, I don’t think that’s acceptable; it indicates a lack of proper management. We certainly didn't need all four dishes arriving within the first 15 minutes of sitting down. Isn't the essence of French cuisine about savoring and enjoying the experience? As for the food, the marinated calamari was overly vinegary and barely edible. It was so fishy that we suspect the vinegar was meant to mask that unpleasant taste, which should not be a characteristic of calamari. We received only five pieces of calamari, each no larger than a nickel. The anchovy and fennel special was a hunt for any trace of anchovies, and my husband joked that maybe they were hiding in the calamari to explain the fishy flavor. This was far from the enchanting evening we had hoped for. We left feeling unsatisfied and went around the corner to Frank's Cafe, where we enjoyed a relaxed meal with small dishes and dessert. Our romantic night felt rushed, with our entire dining experience taking less than an hour from the moment we sat down to when we left. Not cool at all."

Hamiltons' At First Main

➤ 101 West Main StreetVA 22902, 22902-5031, Charlottesville, United States

Carte • Wine • Soup • Steak • American

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"We love coming to Hamilton’s and often do. Last night, however, the steak salad was mediocre at best. Steak was very tough, portions inedible and unable to be cut with the knife provided. I told the waiter the steak was very tough and requested a steak knife. He brought the steak knife but there was no follow up or comment on his part as to my satisfaction w/ the steak. Half of it was left on my plate. Not good!"

Orzo Kitchen & Wine Bar

➤ 416 W Main St Charlottesville, VA 22903, 22903-5591, United States

Carte • Fish • Soup • Coffee • Italian

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"We were so lucky to get two seats at the bar for dinner here on a Monday night. The food, service, and ambiance is amazing. I had the braised lamb with orzo and figs from their special rotating menu and my husband had the pasta bolonasge and we shared the grilled halloumi cheese. Everything was great but the lamb was by far the best. The bartender gave me a great wine recommendation too. I wish I had a second stomach to eat more. Definitely make a reservation, especially"

The Melting Pot

➤ 501 E. Water StreetVA 22902, Charlottesville, United States

Carte • Wine • Pasta • Fondue • Chicken

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"We have visited many Melting Pots over the years but never had a server as enjoyable as Cam. She made our meal very special. My 14 year old daughter really enjoyed talking with her because she was so friendly. Hope to come back again on another trip and would definitely ask for Cam!"