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    The Ivy Inn Restaurant

    804 Reviews
    #1 of 417 Restaurants in Charlottesville
    $$$$American, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options
    2244 Old Ivy Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903-4817
    +1 434-977-1222
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    Overview
    4.5
    804 reviews
    • Excellent79%
    • Very good15%
    • Average4%
    • Poor1%
    • Terrible1%
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    CUISINES
    American, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
    PRICE
    $$$$
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    LOCATION
    2244 Old Ivy Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903-4817
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    1 - 10 of 802 reviews

    Reviewed 6 days ago
    Great food, great service, lovely setting

    This is one of the premium restaurants located in Charlottesville. I enjoy coming back to this place often.

    Thank JayeshKannan
    Reviewed 4 March 2018 via mobile
    Very nice evening in Charlottesville

    We had a nice evening at the Ivy. Food was very good. Good wine list. Desserts delicious. A little loud in the dining room we were in.

    Thank BethBasye
    Reviewed 4 March 2018
    A Wonderful Upscale Experience

    I had the lobster bisque soup and salmon for dinner. Both were excellent! It was a very nice experience and low key with attentive waiters. White table cloths and great ambiance.

    Thank TravelerGirl4271
    Reviewed 4 March 2018 via mobile
    Great food!

    Great food, great service, lovely setting. A friend always uses this place for her big family dinners and I tag along very happily. I go on my own steam too. Southern food with a contemporary twist. The chef won some kind of James Beard award....More

    Thank DanielE15
    Reviewed 4 March 2018
    Tops in C'ville

    We have dined at the Ivy Inn several times and found it consistently be one of, if not the best, restaurants in Charlottesville. All of our menu selections have been very good and the ambiance of the older house is charming yet elegant and comfortable....More

    Thank whatawonderful1
    Reviewed 3 March 2018 via mobile
    Solid

    This restaurant never disappoints. Very solid and high quality food. Unfortunately, only American wine, but still a good selection. You can’t take a walk after the dinner - the restaurant is in a middle of nowhere.

    Thank Jeka_K
    Reviewed 2 March 2018
    Excellent and Thoughtful Accomodations By Chef For Special Diet

    This is our favorite Charlottesville restaurant! Had a birthday celebration here tonight. Unfortunately I am on a new strict heart healthy diet but the chef made it work. He made substitutions of ingredients and methods of preparation. He even sent out a more heart healthy...More

    Thank DeDe B
    Reviewed 26 February 2018
    Five star food and five star service!

    We celebrated our anniversary. Our menu had Happy Anniversary on the top and they gave us the best table in the House. Lamb was great...topped off by homemade mint jelly. My husband’s fillet was equally good. Squash soup blended ginger and curry. Good taste. Dessert...More

    Thank MarianneB626
    Reviewed 25 February 2018
    Fine dining in C-ville

    This is a wonderful date/friends night out/business meeting location. They have turned this old house into a very nice restaurant where the rooms are the dining areas. They are intimate but you have enough room to spread out and talk. Food and service are very...More

    Thank Foodiein757
    Reviewed 25 February 2018 via mobile
    Casual elegance

    Excellent service, WONDERFUL food, quaint, laid back atmosphere. As we walked out, everyone said “I would definitely go back here!” And the sticky toffee pudding for dessert - an added bonus!

    Thank Chris A

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    Julie D
    2 March 2018|
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    Response from wbl297 | Reviewed this property |
    They change the menu frequently. I believe they do have gluten free food but I would advise you to call ahead and check with them.
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    juanhernande
    3 September 2017|
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    Response from Steven S | Reviewed this property |
    We found the hostess to be very pleasant and seated us for our reservation promptly. Also could be poor grammar. They may be intending to offer an option to you rather than make a request of you.
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    ttl951
    4 November 2016|
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    Response from ehhorner | Reviewed this property |
    Yes, there is on-site parking. I wouldn't think reservations necessary but wouldn't hurt. Wonderful food and staff.
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    Restaurant Details

    Rating summary
    • Food
      Service
    • Value
      Atmosphere
    Average prices
    US$25 - US$60
    Cuisine
    American, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
    Meals
    Dinner
    Restaurant features
    Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards
    Dining Style
    Fine Dining
    Good for
    Romantic, Groups, Special Occasion Dining, Business meetings, Local cuisine
    Open Hours
    Sunday
    5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
    Monday
    5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
    Tuesday
    5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
    Wednesday
    5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
    Thursday
    5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
    Friday
    5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
    Saturday
    5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
    Location and Contact Information
    • Address: 2244 Old Ivy Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903-4817
      (Ivy Road)
    • Public Transportation: No public transit
    • Location: United States  >  Virginia (VA)  >  Charlottesville
    • Phone Number: +1 434-977-1222
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    Description
    Locally-Inspired Seasonal American Cuisine in an historic house originally built in 1789. Family owned business for 20+ years.
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