The Dish
NEWS & EVENTS
Factory reset While there is no official opening date for the much-anticipated restaurant, microbrewery, and event space The Wool Factory, much is underway. What to expect from the Woolen Mills spot? Namely, three menus from Executive Chef Tucker Yoder for Broadcloth restaurant, Selvedge Brewing taproom, and an in-house catering menu for events. Plus, in addition to desserts and breads for each concept, Executive Pastry Chef Rachel De Jong will be producing grab-and-go breads and pastries for The Workshop, a wine spot offering flights, wines by the glass, and bottles to go. Yoder’s personal relationships with local farmers and purveyors—which he’s built over the last 15 years while working in our local restaurant scene—will play heavily into the eclectic menu choices at Broadcloth, as well as Selvedge. Says Director of Operations Claire Macfarlan, “Broadcloth marries the industrial aesthetic of the original mill with modern touches and boasts a chef ’s counter inside the kitchen, a classic cocktail bar, and a private dining room.” Look for The Wool Factory to open sometime this spring. And, before you ask, there’s plenty of parking—300 spots, in fact. At the forthcoming venue The Wool Factory, expect a few new dining options: Broadcloth restaurant, Selvedge Brewing taproom, and The Workshop, a wine shop with flights, wines by the glass, and grab-and-go treats.
Sad news for crepe-lovers: The Flat announced its closing in a social media post in early February. After going through several owners, the space was reopened by Elise Stewart after being offered for sale via tweet. The upside? Vu Noodles is already planning to move in, anticipating a spring opening.
JOHN ROBINSON
Farewells and silver linings
City Market Corner of Water and Second streets Every Saturday through November, head to the parking lot at the corner of Water and Second streets to take in all the things that are great about Charlottesville: artisan goods, community, and, of course, food and drink. Get there early to grab a taco!
New restaurants at 5th Street Station The new year brought a number of new restaurants to 5th Street Station: local eatery Kanak Indian Kitchen, and outposts of national chains BurgerFi and Wing Zone are all now open, bringing new flavors and options for guests. And that’s not all—several more restaurants are anticipated to open at 5th Street in the coming weeks and months.
SKYCLAD AERIAL
Spring Knife&Fork 19
