Restaurant Guide Restaurant price ranges $/Under $10, $$/$10-25, $$$/$25+
Asian Cuisine Afghan Kabob Palace Authentic Afghan cuisine. 400 Emmet St. N. 245-0095. $$. Asian Express Cheap and cheerful, plus delivery. 909 W. Main St. 979-1888. $. Bamboo House Korean and Chinese in a surreal roadhouse with deer taxidermy diorama. 4831 Seminole Trail. 973-9211. $$. Bang! Asian-fusion tapas, extensive martini menu, in a funky Victorian house. 213 Second St. 984BANG. $$.
Little India Delicious Pakistani, Indian, and Middle Eastern-inspired food for veggies and carnivores. 1329 W. Main St. 202-2067. $.
Taste of India Delicious Indian fare and a lunch buffet under $9. 310 E. Main St, Downtown Mall. 984-9944. $$.
Love Sushi King All-you-can-eat sushi for $11.98 (lunch) or $17.99 (dinner). Seminole Square Shopping Center. 978-1199. $.
Tea House Chinese-American and authentic Chinese weekly specials. 325 Four Leaf Ln., Crozet. 823-2868. $.
Quality Pie In the former Spudnuts spot, ex-Mas tapas chef Tomas Rahal serves inventive dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. 309 Avon St. 284-5120. $$.
Maharaja Spicy Indian specialties. The lunch buffet’s a deal. Seminole Square Shopping Center. 973-1110. $$.
Ten Upscale second-floor spot serving modern Japanese in a beautifully designed space. 120B E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 295-6691. $$$.
Vivi’s Cakes and Candy Cakes, cupcakes, and candy by former Sweethaus team. 2248 Ivy Rd. 242-9511. $.
Marco & Luca’s Noodle Shop Quality meets quantity for under $5. York Place, Downtown Mall, 295-3855; 107 Elliewood Ave., 244-0016; 176 Zan Rd., no phone. $.
Thai ’99 II Thai noodle and rice dishes, curries and stir-frys in an inspired interior. Gardens Shopping Center. 964-1212. $.
Bars and Grills
Maru Korean BBQ & Grill Traditional Korean food with modern additions. 412 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 956-4110. $.
Bangkok ’99 Traditional Thai. 540 Radford Ln. #700, Crozet, 823-5881; 2005 Commonwealth Dr., 974-1326. $$.
Mi Canton Chinese and Latin cuisine. Think pupusas with a side of beef lo mein. McIntire Plaza. 296-8661. $.
Beijing Station Chinese favorites on the Corner. 104 14th St. NW. 234-3877. $.
Milan Indian Cuisine Authentic Indian cuisine with all the standards; daily lunch buffet. 1817 Emmet St. 984-2828. $$.
Café 88 Inexpensive dim sum, bento boxes, and soups. Lots of veggie offerings. Preston Plaza. 2939888. $. Chimm Thai Thai street food, excellent dumplings, named a 2019 top-10 new restaurant by Knife & Fork. 5th Street Station. 288-1122. $$. Chopsticks Express No-nonsense Chinese place. 1841 Seminole Trail. 975-4380. $. Doma Korean Kitchen Korean-style barbecue, kimchi, and more. 701 W. Main St. 202-1956. $. Druknya House Authentic Tibetan cuisine. 2208 Fontaine Ave. 995-5539. $$.
Ming Dynasty Chinese food with many vegetarian options. Low-fat menu available. 1417 Emmet St. N. 979-0909. $. Monsoon Siam Curries, pad Thai, and other entrées, plus an outdoor patio. 113 W. Market St. 971-1515. $$. Mochiko Good Hawaiian eats. The Yard at 5th Street Station. $. Noo-Do-Ne Vietnamese Thai fusion, noodle soups, and rice bowls. York Place, Downtown Mall. $.
East Garden From chow mein to General Tso’s. Pantops Shopping Center. 295-2888. $.
Noodles & Company Fast-casual chain with noodles, soups, and sandwiches. The Shops at Stonefield. 984-9621. $.
Ginkgo Chinese Restaurant Sichuan classics from a Peter Chang-trained chef. 104 14th St. NW #8. 872-9386. $/$$.
North American Sake Brewery Excellent Japanese-American fare in Virginia’s only sake brewery. 522 Second St. NE. 767-8105
Got Dumplings Pork, chicken, shrimp and chive, tofu—fast and hot. 1395 W. Main St. 244-3040. $.
Now & Zen Bite-sized gourmet Japanese and sushi spot. 202 Second St. NW. 971-1177. $$.
Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet Watch chefs prepare food hibachi-style. 1185 Seminole Trail. 973-8889. $$. Himalayan Fusion Curries, tandoori, and other faves, plus a lunch buffet. 520 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 293-3120. $$. Hong Kong Restaurant & Take-out Favorite Chinese entrées down Avon way. Southside Shopping Center, off Avon Street. 245-8818. $. Jade Garden Chinese essentials, plus twists like Hawaiian-style Triple Delight. 1139 Fifth St. SW. 979-3512. $. Kabuto Sushi and Teppanyaki Beautifully presented fresh sushi and teppanyaki, plus soups and desserts. 1836 Abbey Rd. 973-1585. $. Kuma Sushi Noodle & Bar Pan-Asian restaurant and karaoke bar. 12 Elliewood Ave. 328-2741. $. Kung Fu Tea Authentic bubble teas, plus dumplings, buns, and tarts. 1001 W. Main St. 2028844. $. Kyoto A mix of Japanese and Chinese meals— teppanyaki to bento boxes. Rio Hill Shopping Center. 923-8889. $. Lemongrass Vietnam meets Thailand. Veggie options and delivery, too. 104 14th St. NW. 244THAI. $$. Lime Leaf Thai The serene dining room is a tad more upscale than the average Thai place. Rio Hill Shopping Center. 245-8884. $/$$.
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Oriental Express Chinese standards plus sushi. 3440 Seminole Trail, Suite 107. 974-9988. $. Pad Thai Homestyle Thai cooking from an experienced chef. 156 Carlton Rd. 293-4032. $$. Peter Chang China Grill Authentic Sichuan cuisine by a renowned chef. Barracks Road Shopping Center North Wing. 244-9818. $$. Pho 3 Pho Authentic Vietnamese pho. Rivanna Plaza. 422-8975. $$. Poke Sushi Bowl Hawaiian-inspired poke chain. 101 14th St. NW, 328-8833; Barracks Road Shopping Center, 284-5466. $. Red Lantern Chinese cuisine by the pint or the quart. 221 Carlton Rd. 979-9968. $. Sakura Japanese Steak and Seafood Great teppanyaki seafood and Japanese-style steaks. Hollymead Town Center. 872-0099. $$/$$$. Shun Xing Szechuan, Hunan, and Cantonesestyle dishes. Forest Lakes Shopping Center. 9749888. $.
Thai Cuisine & Noodle House Traditional Thai food, noodle dishes, and vegetarian specials. 2005 Commonwealth Dr. 974-1326. $$. Thai Fresh Thai take-out with great prices. 106 Fifth St. SE. 249-5291. $. Tokyo Rose Long-standing landmark serves sushi and sashimi. 2171 Ivy Rd. 296-3366. $$. Urban Bowl Noodle soups and rice bowls. 112 W. Main St, Suite 6. 984-0095. $. Vu Noodles Four kinds of homemade noodle bowls from a take-out window. 110 Second St. NW; 233 Fourth St. NW., In the Jefferson School Center. 422-0510. $. Yuan Ho Specializing in take-out and delivery. 117 Maury Ave. 977-7878. $.
Bakeries Albemarle Baking Company Get your ABCs of baked goods here. 418 W. Main St., in the Main Street Market. 293-6456. $. BreadWorks Breads, desserts, and deli. Preston Plaza, 296-4663; 2955 Ivy Rd., 220-4575. $. Carpe Donut Artisinal donuts, hot beverages, and locally brewed kombucha. McIntire Plaza. 2022918. $. Chandler’s Bakery Cakes for any occasion, plus cookies and brownies, old-school style. Rio Hill Shopping Center. 975-2253. $.
can’t decide). 119 Fourth St. NE., 977-0443; 1518 E. High St., 984-0555. $.
Beer Run Massive tap and packaged beer offerings, killer nachos, three meals daily. 156 Carlton Rd., 984-2337. $$. The Biltmore Large portions and a popular drinking scene. 16 Elliewood Ave. 202-1498. $. BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse American fare, pizza, craft beer. 3924 Lenox Ave. 422-5170. $$. Blue Tavern & Sports Bar Food offerings include 55 flavors of chicken wings. 8315 Seminole Trail, Ruckersville. 985-3633. $$. Coupe’s Pub food, popular late-night scene. 9 Elliewood Ave. 282-2141. $. Double Horseshoe Saloon Shot-and-a-beer joint with American food, billiards, and occasional live music. 1522 E. High St. 202-8714. $. Draft Taproom Sixty self-serve taps with a diverse selection of craft beers. 425 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 422-5901. $. Fardowners Restaurant Local ingredients liven up pub fare like sliders and sandwiches. 5773 The Square, Crozet. 823-1300. $/$$. Firefly Craft beer, burgers, salads, vegetarianfriendly menu, arcade games, trivia night. 1304 E. Market St. 202-1050. $. Glass Half Full Taproom “The bar next door,” inside Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. 5th Street Station. 326-5056. $. Joe’s Pool Hall & Sports Bar Pool, darts, poker, and ’cue. Scottsville Shopping Center, Scottsville. 286-7665. $.
Cocoa & Spice Handcrafted chocolates and confections. 112 W. Main St., York Place, Downtown Mall. 326-5978. 326-5978. $.
Kardinal Hall Bocce and beer garden, housemade brats, sports on many TVs, beer-hall vibe. 722 Preston Ave. 295-4255. $.
Crust & Crumb Bakery Fresh-baked bread and pastry specials, plus a light menu. 1671 W. River Rd., Scottsville. 960-4444. $.
The Livery Stable Hole-in-the-wall (er, basement) spot downtown. 120 Old Preston Ave. 202-2088. $/$$.
Duck Donuts Outer Banks made-to-order donut spot. The Shops at Stonefield. 823-1960. $.
Lost Saint Basement cocktail bar in Tavern & Grocery managed by master bartender Billy Koenig. 333 W. Main St. 293-7403. $.
Found Market Co. Bakehouse and mercantile specializing in cookies; eat there or take dough to bake your own. 221 Carlton Rd., Suite 2. $$. Great Harvest Bread Company Sandwiches, sweets, and bread baked from scratch every day. McIntire Plaza. 202-7813. $. Insomnia Cookies Warm, fresh-baked cookies for those late-night cravings. 1409 University Ave. 205-3513. $.
Silk Thai Authentic Thai in a cozy house setting. 2210 Fontaine Ave. 977-8424. $.
MarieBette Café & Bakery French pastries for breakfast, more pastries (and a dine-in menu) for lunch. 700 Rose Hill Dr. 529-6118. $.
Taiwan Garden Basic assortment of Chinese fare in basic surroundings. 2171 Ivy Rd. 295-0081. $.
Moon Maiden’s Delights From-scratch vegan and gluten-free pastries. York Place, Downtown Mall. 995-9233. $.
Tara Thai Serves up affordable Thai faves, with multiple meat, fish, and veggie options. Barracks Road Shopping Center. 984-9998. $$.
Petite MarieBette MarieBette’s little sister— French pastries and a dine-in menu for breakfast and lunch. 105 E. Water St. 284-8903. $.
Taste of China Chinese favorites on 29N. Albemarle Square Shopping Center. 975-6688. $$.
The Pie Chest Homemade breakfast and hand pies, plus by-the-slice options (for those who
Miller’s A classic Downtown bar with pub grub and live music every night. 109 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. 971-8511. $$. Mountain Grill Farm-to-table at Carter Mountain Orchard. 1435 Carters Mountain Trail. 9771833. $$. Mountainside Grille Everything from Cobb salad to peanut butter and chocolate chip pie. 375 Four Leaf Ln., Crozet. 823-7080. $$. Peloton Station Superb sandwiches and other casual fare, craft beers and local wines on tap, served in a former classic car sales and service station. Restaurant shares space with a bicycle repair shop. 2019 Best of C-VILLE runner-up for Best New Restaurant. 114 10th St. NW, 2847785 $. The Pub by Wegmans Pub fare for lunch and dinner. 100 Wegmans Way. 529-3265. $$. Rapture Contemporary American with soulful accents, weekend brunch, purple pool tables,