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Angelic’s Kitchen offers homestyle soul food delights seven days a week. Staff photo

In an ongoing effort to support local dining establishments during the pandemic, our writers have been enjoying a variety of takeout meals from some of their favorite restaurants. Contribute to this ongoing series by sending your own delicious experiences to living@c-ville.com.

Angelic’s Kitchen
946 Grady Ave.
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When your soul needs soothing, Angelic’s Kitchen offers a variety of fried foods, as well as homestyle sides. Unable to decide, I ordered Angelic’s Sampler Tray so I could try a little bit of everything. It came with fried fish, two crispy wings, mac-and-cheese, hush puppies, cheese sticks, and street corn fries with ranch and marinara. There’s enough here to share, and my roommates got to feast on what I unfortunately could not finish from my delicious meal. The hush puppies and mac-and-cheese were the best part of my order. (You know a hush puppy is going to be good when you can see real corn on the inside.) The mac-and-cheese was clearly made with love, and had gobs of melted cheese and a crispy top. Next time it will be a large order of mac, just for me. While I feel I got an ideal sampling of Angelic’s food, I’ll be back soon because I can’t stop thinking about everything else on the menu. The service was also excellent. Angelic herself enthusiastically welcomed me to her Dairy Market stand, which is open seven days a week, gave me my order, and was eager to offer me extra sauces. I felt like I was at home in my own kitchen. —Madison McNamee

Ivy Road House
4300 Three Notched Rd.
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The menu at the new Ivy Road House has something for everyone. The wide-ranging offerings from chef Christian Kelly (Maya) infuse traditional American fare with Asian and Mediterranean influences, and feature small plates, entrées, salads, a kids’ menu, and even family meal packages. I decided to order the best of all words—artichoke corn cakes (featuring cilantro and kimchi mayo), lamb meatballs with braised greens, tzatziki and harissa, and the (phenomenal) Winter Vegetarian Lasagna comprised of sweet potato, spinach, roasted red pepper, and herbed ricotta cheese. I recommend IRH for the sauces alone—all of them are housemade and unique. The bistro, located outside Crozet, opened for take-out in January and dine-in in March. There’s a price adjustment to account for the packaging costs, but the food is worth the few extra cents. Each takeout container is microwave-safe, to ensure a proper warm-up if you have a long car ride home. —Desiré Moses

Wayside Takeout & Catering
2203 Jefferson Park Ave.
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It’s just chicken, man—and I mean that as a serious compliment. Wayside doesn’t get cute. Its fried chicken is everything fried chicken should be: crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, salty enough to sting your lips, and greasy enough that the box gets damp. Scarfing down a couple of wings will leave you in a glorious, satisfied haze. The sides complete the picture. The coleslaw cuts the grease a bit, the beans add a little sweetness, and the cornbread fills in the cracks—if you still have room.

The Jefferson Park Avenue shop has always done a brisk takeout business, so the pandemic hasn’t disrupted its usual system. The decadent chicken is affordable, reliable, and fast. You can’t eat like this every day, but it would be a sad world if you couldn’t eat like this once in a while.—Ben Hitchcock

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The Corner Juice’s PSW Smoothie and California sandwich are a healthy, tasty takeout option. Staff photo

Mas Tapas

While carryout can’t quite compare to dining in, to me it’s nothing short of a civic duty to support my favorite restaurants by ordering to-go, in the hopes of helping them weather the pandemic storm and survive till “normal” resumes. Mas has long been one of my go-to restaurants in town, and I feel lucky to still be able to enjoy its food. Online ordering is easy, with pick-up in designated parking spaces behind the restaurant.

My Mas must-haves did not disappoint, starting with the warm, smoky, rich Tomates Asados—tender, Roma tomatoes smoked with herbs and sea salt in olive oil. I can eat these straight up or atop a slice of Pan Casero—a wood-fired, hearth baked bread I could never replicate at home (I order extra to have the next day). The Queso y Alcachofa, a warm roasted artichoke and goat cheese spread blended with onions, garlic, and herbs is the perfect tangy, creamy garlicky accompaniment on bread as well.

I can’t order Mas without getting a Bocadillo, the simple yet perfect sandwich of air-dried, cured Spanish serrano ham and manchego cheese, smeared with a garlic aioli on a crusty roll, and I save the best for last: Gambas a la Parrilla, Catalan-style shrimp grilled in the shell with garlic aioli and gray sea salt. A mess to eat, but every bite is simply divine.

In the before times, getting a table at Mas could require one to be a little cutthroat—especially once it got too cold to dine on the patio. I’m going to take the optimistic view that takeout is the next best thing to being there for the time being: the chance to eat some of the finest food in town, in the comfort of my home, minus the wall of bodies all waiting for the rare table opening. —Jenny Gardiner

Milan Indian Restaurant

In this foggy and raw pandemic winter, my household has returned again and again to a restaurant with food that is indulgent and comforting, but also fresh and zesty enough to blast through the haze—Milan Indian Restaurant on Route 29.

The Charlottesville staple offers a wide variety of vegetable dishes, and the Chana Masala is a standout. The chickpeas have a satisfying bite, and they’re served in a tangy tomato-based sauce with a gentle sweetness and layers of spice.

I am also particularly fond of the Baingan Bahaar, a melty eggplant-based vegetable stew. Eggplant is a delicate flavor but this is not a delicate dish; the mixture is oily and rich, and the vegetable’s flavor comes through with plenty of authority.

The chicken Tikka Masala is lighter and less creamy than at some other Indian restaurants. The flavorful sauce, rather than the meat itself, is the star of the show here. It’s especially tasty with a dollop of roughly chopped mint chutney on top. The cool clarity of the herbs multiplies the warmer flavors of the main course.

Milan is a popular spot, and its to-go pickup operation isn’t quite as seamless as some other local restaurants, so it’s wise to order a little before you plan to tuck in.

When the food arrives, it’s plentiful—all the more important in these times of takeout, when there’s special joy in leftovers. I love to follow an evening Milan dinner with a daytime Milan lunch, dumping all of the quarter-tubs of this or that into a pan and sliding the stew onto a bowl of rice. The flavors blend together, but the mixture loses none of its components’ sharpness or fragrance, and the afternoon’s work is always easier after a warm midday meal. —Ben Hitchcock

Corner Juice

Corner Juice is like Bodo’s healthier, trendy sister, and I find myself craving it almost as much as a bagel these days. The menu offers a variety of light, fulfilling options, and provides more than the name suggests: Corner Juice offers sandwiches, toasts, coffee, and oats in addition to cleansing juices, smoothies, and smoothie bowls. Both locations (the Corner and the Downtown Mall) aren’t allowing customers inside due to COVID concerns, but they offer online ordering for pick-up.

I ordered from the Corner shop, which has a QR code to scan to view the menu, so you can order without contact, and I felt immensely safe getting my takeout.

I chose a PSW smoothie, with pineapple, mango, spinach, mint, and coconut water. This was a first, as I usually opt for the Corner Colada or the Green Bowl. I realize there are greens in these smoothies, but I promise you can hardly taste the vegetables. I also added the California sandwich to have for lunch later in the day. It’s a combination of avocado, hummus, carrot, cucumber, red onion, and alfalfa sprouts on organic wheat Pullman bread. Most of Corner Juice’s sandwiches are made on MarieBette bread, which has had my heart for a while, so I was really looking forward to this one. It was a bit dry, so I would recommend adding the herb mayo or basil pesto to it, but other than that, it was fresh and filling, without making me feel sluggish. The coffee with house cashew milk is another great energizer. Overall, Corner Juice helps you get past those early morning or midday blues—in a healthy, delicious way. —Madison McNamee

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MarieBette prezzants will change your life.

Ivy Inn Restaurant

The essence of fine dining lies just as much in the experience and the presentation as it does in the cooking methodology—which is why I’d been wary of opting for takeout when it comes to elevated cuisine. But after an anxiety-ridden week, I decided that a bit of indulgence was in order. I turned to Ivy Inn for a celebratory meal, picking items from the menu that would conjure a taste of home. The shrimp ’n grits appetizer provided a quintessential Southern flare, while the grilled lamb chops entrée was a subtle nod to my Lebanese heritage. The shrimp ’n grits were served up with a nice twist—crispy onion rings on top—and, while it wasn’t noted on the menu, hints of what I believe to be pimento cheese rounded out the dish nicely. The grilled lamb chops were cooked to perfection, tender with just the right amount of pink per my request for medium rare. What struck me about this dish was the attention to detail when it came to seasoning. The meat was accented with just the right amount of spice, so that its flavor was enhanced—not overpowered. Plus, it was served alongside an airy cut of rosemary focaccia and a seasonally flavored bed of couscous, butternut squash, almonds, and tomato-garlic jus. While there’s no substitute for the ambiance of dining out, Ivy Inn was diligent in its to-go packaging, keeping the food warm, and making it an intuitive process to replicate the plating on your own.—Desiré Moses

MarieBette Café & Bakery

I never joined the sourdough starter obsession or got on the bread-making bandwagon of quarantine. Luckily, MarieBette Café & Bakery has me covered. The shop’s baked goods are so remarkable that my dad asks me to bring him bread in northern Virginia. (He freezes loaves so that every day he is able to have a slice for his morning toast.) The rest of Charlottesville seems to be equally obsessed—the line is frequently out the door at the Rose Hill Drive location. (If you want to save time, the bakery offers takeout with an online order option.)

I went on a Friday morning, expecting an extensive wait, but there was only one person ahead of me. I ordered an egg and cheese breakfast sandwich on a baguette, as well as a croissant and prezzant, a combination pretzel/croissant, to split with a friend. The prezzant is just about the most delectable pastry I have ever had, and I cannot go to MarieBette without ordering one. It has the buttery, flaky, internal consistency of a croissant, but the distinguishable, salty taste of a pretzel with a crisp exterior. The bakery’s staff is pleasant, and we often joke about my obvious love for sandwiches when I stockpile their multigrain bread.—Madison McNamee

Asado Wing & Taco Company

Wings and tacos seem to make absolutely zero sense together. But Asado makes this odd combination crazy delicious, and it’s been doing takeout since early spring, when quarantine began. I ordered online, and chose the traditional buffalo, which fully embraces the wings and taco combination. It contains a choice of fried cauliflower, grilled or fried chicken or shrimp, bleu cheese crumbles, pico de gallo, peppercorn ranch, and cheddar jack cheese for $5.58. The fusion of cuisines in this one meal pleases my indecisiveness when stuck between menu items. My friend ordered the cauliflower wings, and fries with ranch. As if wings and tacos weren’t already a weird mix, Asado also manages to excel at fries. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for the veggie wings, as the restaurant messed up and gave her chicken wings instead. Fortunately, she is not a vegetarian, and we devoured them. Asado is typically a lively spot to meet friends on the UVA Corner, and I can’t say takeout was as enjoyable as dining in, but it still was a delicious experience.—Madison McNamee

Silk Thai Restaurant

Quarantine has made me a Thai food connoisseur. It has become my comfort food of choice, and I find myself craving it just about every other week. Silk Thai is my favorite, thanks to its reasonable prices, hefty portions, and authentic taste. I alternate between the pad Thai, drunken noodles, and pad see ew, but I always make sure to add an order of summer rolls with shrimp. They contain shrimp, cucumber, carrots, lettuce, and are served with a side of sweet peanut dipping sauce. They add a fresh element to my typically savory-heavy meal.

I recently opted for the pad Thai and it did not disappoint. The portion was enough for three days, and the sauce on the noodles was not too sweet or too bland, like at other places I have tried. I ordered takeout off the website, and picked it up myself. I’ve learned picking up is better than outside food delivery, because they often up-charge customers and may gip restaurants of their profits. Silk Thai’s parking lot was a bit chaotic, but I was also impatient because I was hungry.—Madison McNamee

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In an ongoing effort to support local dining establishments during the pandemic, our writers have been enjoying a variety of takeout meals
from some of their favorite restaurants. Contribute to this ongoing series by sending your own delicious experiences to living@c-ville.com.

Tavola

There are restaurants I desperately want to survive, and Tavola* is one of them. Before COVID, each time we landed a coveted table at Tavola, we sat down knowing the food would excel, the service would be top-notch, and the perfectly curated Italian wines would send me back to favorite meals in Tuscany. And if we got “stuck” waiting in the bar, the mixologists’ cocktails were out of this world. It’s a place where my loved ones and I have marked joyful special occasions and toasted friends prematurely lost. This place is very dear to me.

All that said, Tavola offers easy online ordering and curbside pick up. These days, I often start with a gimlet. Tavola bartenders make theirs with pineapple-infused Tito’s vodka, lime, cardamom, and pink peppercorn. It goes down a little too fast.

Normally I’m a creature of habit, but at Tavola I struggle over what to order. I love the carciofi, traditional fried roman artichokes, served atop whipped goat cheese and garlic aioli. I adore the spiedini di gamberi, a pancetta-wrapped shrimp on a bed of baby arugula and oven-roasted tomatoes with fresh mozzarella and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar. I find myself returning to the burrata—gooey-soft and luscious mozzarella served with housemade crostini, arugula pesto, and sundried tomatoes. I often order the insalata verde, a simple local bibb lettuce salad with Meyer lemon vinaigrette, crunchy garlic croutons, and grated Grana Padano.

I’m also a sucker for the bucatini con polpette, the housemade meatballs with bucatini pasta, and the capellini gamberi raucci—sautéed shrimp, tomatoes, capers, soave, lemon, garlic, and Gorgonzola fonduta. (Ditto the pappardelle Bolognese, with housemade pasta.) But my heart belongs to the cotoletta di maiale alla Milanese—breaded pork cutlets (from my wonderful friends at Double H Farm) served over a bed of sautéed baby arugula and roasted Roma tomatoes, capers, and a creamy, buttery Meyer lemon sauce.

In my most recent Tavola takeout meal, I skipped the tiramisu. But I immediately regretted that decision, as Tavola’s compares to the best I’ve had in my many trips to Italy, finding the perfect balance of zabaglione and espresso-soaked ladyfingers. I guess that means I’ll just have to return soon.—Jenny Gardiner

Ivy Provisions

Ivy Provisions reopened in October after being closing at the beginning of the pandemic, and on a recent Saturday I ordered online to avoid weekend lines. There were no customers ahead of me when I picked up my Winner, Winner sandwich—roasted chicken, smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, and green goddess dressing served on a baguette with a pickle spear on the side. The only complaint I had was my pickle was pitifully skinny and limp, but the sandwich made up for it with its substantial size. My favorite part was the contrast of the crispy bacon and baguette to the tender, roasted chicken. I wanted the sandwich to have a bit more kick or maybe more sauce, but that’s being picky. The green goddess dressing was sufficient. The rest of the menu is enticing too—the small sandwich joint offers immense flavors with its creations—and you can now get a free cup of locally roasted coffee with the purchase of a sandwich before 10am, Monday-Friday.—Madison McNamee

Al Carbon

When I crave something different, I turn to Al Carbon. The restaurant’s specialty, as its name implies (Spanish for cooking over charcoal), is chicken prepared in a Peruvian-style charcoal oven. The locally sourced chicken is marinated in a blend of spices for 24 hours before being slow-cooked rotisserie style. It’s served whole, by the half, or by the quarter.

While you can order online or over the phone, I opted for DoorDash. I ordered the Para Papa, which includes half of a chicken, two sides, and one salsa. The chicken was tender and flavorful. The spot offers many side choices, from French fries and mac and cheese to roasted cactus and tamales, and I selected the poblano rice and street corn. The healthy serving of rice paired well with the chicken, and the street corn, slathered with mayonnaise, cotija cheese, chili powder, and lime zest, was a perfect combination of sweet and savory. For the salsa, I chose the jalapeño cilantro, which is mildly spicy.

I finished the meal with churros, rolled in cinnamon sugar. They had just the right amount of crunch on the outside and sweet Bavarian cream on the inside.

Al Carbon also serves an array of South American and Mexican cuisine—huarache, tamales, tacos, flautas, burritos. No matter what you order, the portions are substantial—I had food left over for lunch the next day.—Laura Drummond

*Tavola is co-owned by culture editor Tami Keaveny.

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Order up! A guide to restaurant, food truck, and winery takeout

Post author By C-VILLE Writers
Post date April 20, 2020
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Here is our list of local establishments that are open and waiting to take your call-in order. (Keep in mind that some information is subject to change, and descriptions may not apply, due to current circumstances.) Email living@c-ville.com to add your restaurant to the list.

Asian Cuisine

Afghan Kabob Palace Authentic Afghan cuisine. 400 Emmet St. N. 245-0095. $$. ORDER
Asian Express Chinese and Japanese with healthy options. 909 W. Main St. 979-1888. $. ORDER
Bamboo House Korean and Chinese options. 4831 Seminole Trail. 973-9211. $$.
Chimm Thai Thai street food. 5th Street Station. 288-1122. $$. ORDER
Doma Korean Kitchen Korean-style barbecue, kimchi, and more. 701 W. Main St. 202-1956. $. ORDER
Kanak Indian Kitchen Offering traditional homemade Indian food, plus cocktails to-go. 385 Merchant Walk Sq. Ste. 400. 328-2775. $. ORDER
Lemongrass Vietnam meets Thailand. Veggie options and delivery, too. 104 14th St. NW. 244-THAI. $$. ORDER
Lime Leaf Thai A tad more upscale than the average Thai place, open for takeout. Rio Hill Shopping Center. 245-8884. $/$$. ORDER
Maru A modern take on traditional Korean food with takeout and patio service. 412 E Main St. 956-4110. $/$$. ORDER

Milan Indian Cuisine Authentic Indian cuisine with all the standards, beer and wine available to go. 1817 Emmet St. 984-2828. $$. ORDER
Mochiko Good Hawaiian eats (and suggested Hawaiian beer pairings, too). The Yard at 5th Street Station. $. ORDER
Monsoon Siam Delicious, unpretentious favorites like pad Thai, tom yum noodle soup, and vegetarian dishes. $$. ORDER
Now & Zen Gourmet Japanese and sushi spot. 202 Second St. NW. 971-1177. $$. ORDER
Pad Thai Homestyle Thai cooking from an experienced chef. They’ll also fill your growler and give you a free hot tea. 156 Carlton Rd. 293-4032. $$. ORDER
Peter Chang China Grill Authentic Sichuan cuisine by a renowned chef. Barracks Road Shopping Center North Wing. 244-9818. $$. ORDER
Red Lantern Chinese cuisine by the pint or the quart. 221 Carlton Rd. 979-9968. $. ORDER
Silk Thai Fresh, authentic Thai, plus specials like marinated wings. 2210 Fontaine Ave. 977-8424. $$. ORDER
Tara Thai Serves up affordable Thai faves, with multiple meat, fish, and veggie options. Barracks Road Shopping Center. 984-9998. $$. ORDER

Taste of China Chinese favorites on 29N. Albemarle Square Shopping Center. 975-6688. $$. ORDER

Taste of India Delicious Indian fare and a lunch buffet under $9. 310 E. Main St, Downtown Mall. 984-9944. $$. ORDER

Ten Upscale second-floor spot serving modern Japanese and offering its popular cocktails like the Geisha and the Lychee Martini for carry-out. 120B E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 295-6691. $$$. ORDER
Thai ’99 II Thai noodle and rice dishes, curries and stir-frys in an inspired interior. Gardens Shopping Center. 964-1212. $. ORDER
Thai Cuisine & Noodle House Traditional Thai food, noodle dishes, and vegetarian specials. 2005 Commonwealth Dr. 974-1326. $$. ORDER

VuNoodles Fresh, vegetarian Vietnamese noodles, pho, bahn mi, and more. 111 E. Water St. 465-1267. ORDER

Bakeries

Albemarle Baking Company Get your ABCs of baked goods brought right to your car. 418 W. Main St., in the Main Street Market. 293-6456. $. ORDER
Bowerbird Bakeshop Pastries, breads, and cookies using locally sourced ingredients, delivered right to your doorstep. 120 10th St. NW, bowerbirdbakeshop.com. $ ORDER

Gearharts Fine Chocolates an artisan chocolate shop that specializes in handmade confections, which also includes baked pastries, cakes, cookies, brownies coffee and hot chocolate at the cafe. 243 Ridge McIntire Rd. 972-9100. $$-$$$. ORDER

Great Harvest Bread Company Sandwiches, sweets, and bread baked from scratch every day. McIntire Plaza. 202-7813. $. ORDER
MarieBette Café & Bakery French pastries for breakfast, more pastries for lunch. 700 Rose Hill Dr. 529-6118. $. ORDER
Petite MarieBette MarieBette’s little sister. 105 E. Water St. 284-8903. $. ORDER

Paradox Pastry Fix your daily sugar craving with these baked goods and delectable treats. 313 2nd St SE #103. 245-2453. $$. ORDER
The Pie Chest Homemade breakfast and hand pies, plus by-the-slice options (for those who can’t decide). 119 Fourth St. NE., 977-0443; 1518 E. High St., 984-0555. $. ORDER
Quality Pie In the former Spudnuts spot, ex-Mas tapas chef Tomas Rahal serves inventive dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. 309 Avon St. 284-5120. $$. ORDER

Sliced. Cake Bar Mobile cake bar offering whole cakes, cake flights, cake pops, and buttercream shots, for delivery or curbside pickup (they’ll give you the address). ORDER

Bars and Grills

Alamo Drafthouse See a movie and get cold drinks, delicious meals and tasty local beers, brought to your seat by a server. Menu features burgers, pizzas, salads, snacks, and desserts prepared fresh from locally sourced ingredients. 375 Merchant Walk Square. 326-5056. $.

Beer Run Massive tap and packaged beer offerings, killer nachos, three meals daily. 156 Carlton Rd., 984-2337. $$. Use the orange button to ORDER
Fardowners Restaurant Local ingredients liven up pub fare like sliders and sandwiches. 5773 The Square, Crozet. 823-1300. $/$$. ORDER

Firefly Craft beer, burgers, salads, vegetarian- friendly menu. 1304 E. Market St. 202-1050. $. ORDER

Peloton Station a casual spot that marries an open bike repair shop with a restaurant/bar that specializes in killer pub fare, craft beer, and ride culture. Dine in or order online. 114 10th St. NW. 284-7786. $$. ORDER

Matchbox Restaurant Wood-fired pizzas, salads, salmon & steak dinners, gourmet burgers and a happy hour M-F from 3-6. 2055 Bond St., 284-8874. $$. ORDER

Sedona Taphouse Lots of craft beers (and sangria to-go) and an all-American menu. 1035 Millmont St. 296-2337. $$. ORDER

Selvedge Brewing Opened in July, The Wool Factory includes Selvedge Brewing, a brewery with delicious, elevated bar fare from Chef Tucker Yoder. 1837 Broadway St. 270-0555. $$. ORDER

TCO to-go Specialty sandwiches like pulled pork and fried fish from The Catering Outfit in a drive-thru.

Texas Roadhouse Steaks, ribs, and from-scratch sides. Albemarle Square. 973-4700. $$.
Timberwood Grill All-American eatery and after-work watering hole. 3311 Worth Crossing, 975-3311. $$.

Three Notch’d Craft Kitchen & Brewery Locally-sourced, beer-infused dishes including Southern classics and a kids menu. Curbside & Patio Pickup at 520 2nd St. SE. 956.3141. $$. ORDER

The Whiskey Jar Saloon-style Southern spot with, naturally, more than 90 varieties of whiskey (get some in a cocktail to-go). Right now, musicians eat for free. Order from sister restaurants Revolutionary Soup and The Bebedero and pick up food from all three, at once. 227 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. 202-1549. $$. ORDER
Whistlestop Grill Southern comfort foods in Crozet. 1200 Crozet Ave. 823-9000. $. Call to order

Breakfast Joints

Farm Bell Kitchen New-Southern cuisine with local farm-to-table ingredients. 1209 W. Main St. 205-1538. $$. ORDER
First Watch Breakfast, brunch, and lunch chain with locally grown ingredients. 1114B Emmet St. N. 202-5383. $$. ORDER

Villa Diner. Mainstay with housemade pancakes, biscuits, roast turkey, soups, sides, and salad dressings. 1250 Emmet St. N. 296-9977. $. ORDER.

Murphy’s Coffee & Bagel House Ruckersville breakfast house serves delicious coffee and freshly-baked New York bagels. 26 Buck Dr. 939-6033. $$. ORDER.

Burgers, BBQ, Dogs and Diners

Ace Biscuit & Barbecue Breakfast and lunch spot with BBQ and soul food by the biscuit. 600 Concord Ave. 202-1403. $. Takeout only. ORDER
Blue Moon Diner 600 W. Main St. Beloved local diner serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner options like pancakes, breakfast burritos, burgers, and BLTs. $/$$ ORDER
Burger Bach New Zealand-inspired gastropub. The Shops at Stonefield. 328-2812. $$. ORDER

Cavalier Diner Breakfast all day, traditional diner fare, and Greek food. 1403 N. Emmet St. 977-1619.
Doodle’s Diner Country cookin’ from breakfast to burgers. 1305 Long St. 295-7550. $. Takeout only. ORDER
Five Guys Two locations for local carnivores. Barracks Road Shopping Center, 975-GUYS; Hollymead Town Center, 963-GUYS. $. ORDER
Fox’s Café Daily specials, burgers, dogs, and dinners. 403 Avon St. 293-2844. $. Takeout only. ORDER
Lazy Parrot Backyard BBQ The Lazy Parrot Grill’s sister restaurant. Pantops Shopping Center. 244-0723. $/$$. ORDER
Luv’n Oven Gizzards, livers, fries, and shakes. 162 Village Sq., Scottsville. 286-3828. $. Takeout only. ORDER
Martin’s Grill Delicious hamburgers, veggie burgers, and fries. Forest Lakes Shopping Center. 974-9955. $. Takeout only. ORDER
Mel’s Café Southern soul-soothing food. A longtime favorite on West Main. 719 W. Main St. 971-8819. $. ORDER
Mission BBQ Pulled turkey, pork, and chicken, plus racks by the bone. The Shops at Stonefield. 260-7740. $. ORDER
Moe’s Original BBQ Alabama-style pulled pork smoked in-house. 2119 Ivy Rd., 244-7427; 200 W. Water St., 202-2288. $. ORDER
Moose’s by the Creek American favorites, plus mounted moose antlers for photo ops. 1710 Monticello Rd. 977-4150. $. ORDER
Riverside Lunch Popular joint known for smashburgers. 1429 Hazel St. 971-3546. $. Takeout only. ORDER

Royalty Eats Soul food goodness including Chicken & Waffles, ribs, and specialties like teriyaki salmon. 820 Cherry Ave. $ ORDER

Wayside Takeout & Catering Famous Ole Virginia fried chicken and barbecue sandwiches. 2203 Jefferson Park Ave. 977-5000. $. ORDER
Wild Wing Café Classic wings and beer. 820 W. Main St. 979-WING. $/$$. ORDER

Coffee Places with Kitchens

Baine’s Books & Coffee Wide selection of coffee, tea, pastries, and paninis. 485 Valley St., Scottsville. 286-3577. $. Takeout only. ORDER
Belle Coffee & Wine Breakfast and lunch sandwiches. Free kids meals with adult meals. 996-4919. $$. ORDER
C’ville Coffee & Wine Full menu of coffee, sandwiches, and wines. 1301 Harris St. 817-2633. $. Takeout only. ORDER
Greenberry’s Java and specialty drinks, fresh baked goods. Order using the online advanced order app. Barracks Road Shopping Center. 984-0200. $.
Milli Coffee Roasters Espresso drinks, chai, hot chocolate, light fare, wine. 400 Preston Ave, Suite 150. 270-9706. $. Whole bean delivery available. ORDER

The Workshop A coffee and wine shop featuring Grit Coffee and pastries from Cou Cou Rachou, located in the Wool Factory. 1837 Broadway St. 270-0555. $. ORDER

Family-Friendly

Ann’s Family Restaurant Good old country cooking. 1170 Thomas Nelson Hwy. (Rte. 29, south of Lovingston). 263-8110. $. Takeout only. ORDER
The Light Well Coffee-kitchen-tavern serves healthy ingredients in original recipes. 110 E. Main St., Orange. (540) 661-0004. $. ORDER
Michie Tavern Traditional Southern lunch from an 18th-century tavern. 683 Thomas Jefferson Pkwy. 977-1234. $$. Takeout only. ORDER

Frozen Treats

Chaps More than 20 years of gourmet homemade ice cream. Diner fare including breakfast and burgers. 223 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 977-4139. $. ORDER
Corner Juice UVA alum-owned juice spot with fresh, cold-pressed options. 1509 University Ave. $. ORDER

Kirt’s Homemade Ice Cream Ice cream made fresh in the store. Albemarle Square Shopping Center. 202-0306. $. Call for pickup

La Flor Michoacana Homemade paletas (popsicles), ice cream, and ice cream cakes, plus other sweet treats. 601A Cherry Ave. 984-1603 $. Call for pickup
Smoothie King Chain features smoothies, supplements, and healthy snacks. Barracks Road Shopping Center, 295-8502; Rivanna Ridge Shopping Center, 975-5464. $.

Gourmet Groceries and Gas Stations

Batesville Market Sandwiches to order, salads, and baked goods plus cheeses, produce, and packaged goods. 6624 Plank Rd., Batesville. 823-2001. $. ORDER
Bellair Market Gourmet sandwich spot on Ivy Road. 2401 Ivy Rd. 971-6608. $. ORDER
Blue Ridge Bottle Shop Craft beer store with both bottles and growlers available—plus sample before you buy! 2025 Library Ave, Crozet. 602-2337. $. ORDER
Brownsville Market Breakfast starting at 5am, plus burgers, sides, and famous fried chicken. 5995 Rockfish Gap Tpke., Crozet. 823-5251. $. Call for pickup
Feast! Nationally noted cheese, wine, and specialty food shop. 416 W. Main St., in the Main Street Market. 244-7800. $$. ORDER
Foods of All Nations Sandwiches, deli, and salads at this gourmet grocery. 2121 Ivy Rd. 296-6131. $. ORDER
Greenwood Gourmet Grocery Made-to-order sandwiches, fresh soup and a deli with mac-n-cheese, bread pudding, and other rotating dishes. 6701 Rockfish Gap Tpke., Crozet. (540) 456-6431. $. ORDER
Hunt Country Market A rotating menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, plus wine offerings. 2048 Garth Rd. 296-1648. $. Call to order
Integral Yoga Natural Foods All-natural food, organic produce, supplements, plus a deli and juice/ smoothie bar. 923 Preston Ave. 293-4111. $. Call to order
J.M. Stock Provisions Whole-animal butcher shop with sandwiches to go, great craft beer selection, and nicely curated wine selection. 709 W. Main St. 244-2480. $$. ORDER
Keevil & Keevil Grocery and Kitchen Belmont grocery with breakfast and lunch sammies, plus takeaway dinners. 703 Hinton Ave. 989-7648. $. ORDER
Market Street Café Gourmet breakfast, rotisserie chicken, and deli meats. 1111 E. Rio Rd. 964-1185. $.
Market Street Market Deli in the downtown grocery serves sandwiches and prepared foods. 400 E. Market St. 293-3478. $. ORDER
Market Street Wine An expertly curated selection. 305 Rivanna Plaza Dr., Suite 102, 964-9463; 311 E. Market St., 979-9463. $$. ORDER
Mill Creek Market The Southern sister of Bellair Market. Avon Street, across from the Southside Shopping Center. 817-1570. $. ORDER
Trader Joe’s This grocery chain boasts top quality at low cost, including “Two Buck Chuck” wine (which is actually $3.50). The Shops at Stonefield. 974-1466. $$.
Whole Foods Market Fresh, all-natural sandwiches ranging from classic favorites to vegan delights. 1797 Hydraulic Rd. 973-4900. $$.
Wyant’s Store Country-store fare like coffee and donuts, with daily specials and a great (cheap!) cheeseburger. 4696 Garth Rd., Crozet. 823-7299. $.

Italian and Pizza

Anna’s Pizza No. 5 In the family for 35 years. 115 Maury Ave. 295-7500. $. ORDER
Belmont Pizza and Pub Fresh, stone-baked pizza on hand-tossed pies. Beer, too! 211 Carlton Rd., Suite 10. 977-1970. $. ORDER
College Inn Late-night goodness. Pizza, gyros, subs, and its delivery can’t be beat. Breakfast items, too. 1511 University Ave. 977-2710. $. ORDER
Crozet Pizza Unpretentious, family-owned pizza parlor with nationally recognized pies. 5794 Three Notch’d Rd., Crozet, 823-2132; 20 Elliewood Ave., 202-1046. $. ORDER
Dr. Ho’s Humble Pie Pizza joint in the Crossroads mini-mall. 4916 Plank Rd., on 29S at North Garden. 245-0000. $/$$. ORDER
Fabio’s New York Pizza Pizza, subs, salads, and calzones made by natives of Naples. Get your pie the Sicilian way. 1551 E. High St. 872-0070. $. ORDER
Fellini’s #9 A local landmark featuring Italian favorites plus some inventive new takes. 200 W. Market St. 979-4279. $$. ORDER
Lampo Authentic Neapolitan pizzeria in Belmont. 205 Monticello Rd. 282-0607. $. ORDER

Luce Literal hole in the wall serving fresh, handmade pasta to go. 110 2nd St. NW. $$. ORDER
Mellow Mushroom Trippy-themed franchise, with great pizza and even better beer selection. 1321 W. Main St. 972-9366. $. ORDER

Red Pump Kitchen Tuscan-inspired restaurant . 401 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 202-6040. $$. ORDER

Tavola Rustic Italian with housemade pastas, craft cocktails, and a Wine Spectator award-winning list. 826 Hinton Ave. 972-9463. $$. ORDER

Vita Nova Creative ingredients on hearty pizza by the slice. 310 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 977-0162. $. ORDER

Vinny’s Italian Grill & Pizzeria This regional chain has pies plus a slew of caloric subs, pastas, and stromboli. Hollymead Town Center. 973-4055. $$. ORDER
Vivace Every kind of pasta imaginable, plus seafood. 2244 Ivy Rd. 979-0994. $$. ORDER
Vocelli Pizza Pizza, pasta, panini, salads, and stromboli for carryout and delivery, plus antipasti. Woodbrook Shopping Center. 977-4992. $. ORDER

Latin American

Al Carbon Chicken prepared in an Indigenous Mexican coal-fire flame-roasted rotisserie manner, plus sides like fried yucca and fried plantains . 1875 Seminole Trail, 964-1052. $. ORDER

Brazos Tacos Austin, Texas-style breakfast, lunch, early dinner, and brunch tacos. 925 Second St. SE, 984-1163. $. ORDER

The Bebedero Upscale authentic Mexican, plus cocktails and made-to-order guac. Order from sister restaurants Revolutionary Soup and The Whiskey Jar and pick up food from all three, at once. 225 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. 234-3763. $$. ORDER
Chipotle Simple menu of made to order burritos and tacos. Barracks Road Shopping Center, 872-0212; 2040 Abbey Rd. Suite 101, 984-1512. $. ORDER

Continental Divide Charlottesville’s favorite hole-in-the-wall spot has delicious tacos and enchiladas. 811 W Main St, 984-0143. $$. ORDER.

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Fresh, handmade, Baja-style Mexican food. 435 Merchant Walk Sq., Suite 600. 214-0500. $. ORDER
Guadalajara Family-run Mexican food celebrating 30 years. 805 E. Market St., 977-2676; 395 Greenbrier Dr., 978-4313; 2206 Fontaine Ave., 979-2424; 108 Town Country Ln., 293-3538; 3450 Seminole Trail, 977-2677. $. ORDER

Guajiros Miami Eatery Food inspired by the everyday meals of Miami, with strong Cuban influence as well as Central and Southern American dishes. 1871 Seminole Trail, 465-2108. $ ORDER
Junction Innovative Southwestern cuisine with locally sourced ingredients in Belmont. 421 Monticello Rd. 465-6131. $$. ORDER
La Michoacana Mexican deli serves budget- friendly burritos, tacos, and enchiladas. 1138 E. High St., 409-9941; 2291 Seminole Ln., 956-4299. $. ORDER
Little Star Spanish-and Mexican-inspired food expertly prepared in a wood-fired oven. Great craft cocktails, too. 420 W. Main St. 252-2502 $$. ORDER
Mas Authentic Spanish tapas and wines in the heart of Belmont. 904 Monticello Rd. 979-0990. $$. ORDER

Morsel Compass Popular food truck’s brick and mortar spot. 2025 Library Ave., Crozet. 989-1569. $$. ORDER
Qdoba Mexican Grill Spicy burritos, quesadillas, and Mexican salads made before your eyes. 3918 Lenox Ave., 244-5641. $. ORDER

Mediterranean

Basil Mediterranean Bistro Mediterranean fare from grape leaves to tapas, plus wine. 109 14th St., 977-5700; 5th Street Station, 202-7594. $. ORDER
Cava Fast-casual Mediterranean with lots of vegetarian options. 1200 Emmet St. N #110. 227-4800. $. ORDER
Orzo Kitchen & Wine Bar Dishes from Spain to Greece and wines of the world, now for curbside pickup. 416 W. Main St., in the Main Street Market. 975-6796. $$. ORDER

Sticks Kebob Shop Fast, fresh, and flavorful food that also comes on a stick. Go to either location for a quick business lunch, a take home dinner, or catered meal while on a budget. 917 Preston Avenue and 1820 Abbey Road. 295-5262 or 295-5212. $. ORDER

Sultan Kebab Authentic Turkish cuisine with plenty of meat and vegetarian options, and notable appetizers, too. 333 2nd St. SE, 981-0090. $ Call for takeout.

Twisted Branch Tea Bazaar, The Goatherder platter with pita, hummus, cheese, dried fruits, nuts, dolmas, veggies, and olives has earned the Tea House many loyal followers. 414 E Main St, Downtown Mall. 293-9947. $. ORDER

Miscellaneous Nationalities

Aromas Café Mediterranean and Middle Eastern fare. Sandwiches, salads, and famous falafel, open for takeout and delivery. 900 Natural Resources Dr. 244-2486. $. ORDER

Bang! Tapas Asian fusion cuisine served tapas-style, offering frozen cocktails to-go. 213 2nd St. SW. 984-2264 $$. ORDER
Bizou Playful French-American bistro (yes, you can get the meatloaf to go). 119 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. 977-1818. $$. ORDER
Mas Authentic Spanish tapas and wines, now available for takeout. 904 Monticello Rd. 979-0990. $$. ORDER
Mahana Fresh Tropical themed, fun flavored ingredients in bowls and sweets. 2142 Barracks Rd. 284-5846 $. ORDER

Pearl Island Caribbean-inspired spot in the Jefferson School City Center, open for curbside pickup. 233 Fourth St. NW. 466-0092. $. ORDER
The Shebeen Pub and Braai Conjures the South African veldt. Vinegar Hill Shopping Center. 296-3185. $$. ORDER
Sticks A fast food alternative: kebobs (veggie options available), sides, salads, desserts. Preston Plaza, 295-5262; Rivanna Ridge Shopping Center, 295-5212. $. ORDER

Soups, Salads, Sandwiches

Baggby’s Gourmet Sandwiches Satisfying sandwiches, salads, soups, and super-friendly service. 512 E Main St. Downtown Mall. 984-1862 $.
Bodo’s Bagels Still the king of bagels in our town. Drive-thru available at 1418 N. Emmet St., 977-9598; 505 Preston Ave., 293-5224; and outside service at 1609 University Ave., 293-6021. $. For more info
Chopt Creative salad chain with ingredients from local purveyors. Barracks Road Shopping Center. 328-8092. $. ORDER
Citizen Bowl Shop Specialty salads with gluten- free, vegetarian, and paleo-friendly options. Also now selling groceries like yeast, flour, and brownie mix, plus gloves and toilet paper. 223 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. 234-3662. $. ORDER
Durty Nelly’s Down-home pub and deli now offering 5 subs (except the Dagwood) for $35. 2200 Jefferson Park Ave. 295-1278. $. ORDER
HotCakes Fancy sandwiches, housemade entrées, and desserts. Delivery available. Barracks Road Shopping Center. 295-6037. $. ORDER
Iron Paffles & Coffee Pastry dough + waffle iron + savory or sweet insides. 214 W. Water St. 806-3800. $. ORDER

Ivy Provisions Local deli and retail food shop offering fresh, housemade breakfast and lunch all day, plus a wide variety of wine and craft beer by the bottle and on draft. 2206 Ivy Rd. 202-1308. $. ORDER

Jack’s Shop Kitchen Farm-to-table brunch, lunch, and supper spot with elevated classics. 14843 Spotswood Trail, Ruckersville. 939-9239. $$.
Jersey Mike’s Subs Subs from Jersey. 2040 Abbey Rd. #104, 529-6278; 5th Street Station, 328-8694. $. ORDER
Jimmy John’s Low-cost sandwiches on 29N. “Freaky fast” delivery. 1650 E. Rio Rd., 975-2100. $. ORDER

Panera Bread Co. Ubiquitous chain with casual fare. Barracks Road Shopping Center, 245-6192; Hollymead Town Center, 973-5264; Fifth Street Station, 973-5264. $. ORDER
Revolutionary Soup Choose from a slew of enticing soups made daily; order from sister restaurants The Whiskey Jar and The Bebedero and pick up food from all three at once. 108 Second St. SW, 296-SOUP; 104 14th St. NW, 979-9988. $. ORDER
Roots Natural Kitchen Fast-casual salad and grain bowls. 1329 W. Main St. 529-6229. $. ORDER
Which Wich Superior Sandwiches Create your own sandwiches by marking up the pre- printed brown bags. Hollymead Town Center. 977-9424. $. ORDER

Steaks and Seafood

Bonefish Grill Sister to mega-popular Outback Steakhouse featuring seafood, grilled non-fish specialties. Take-out and delivery. Hollymead Town Center. 975-3474. $$. ORDER
Outback Steakhouse Bloomin’ onions and giant steaks. Takeout or delivery. 1101 Seminole Trail. 975-4329. $$. ORDER
Public Fish & Oyster Simply prepared, responsibly sourced seafood. Take-out and limited delivery, 4-8pm. 513 W. Main St., 995-5542. $/$$. ORDER

Upscale Casual

C&O Serving a 3-course menu for curbside pick-up, two entree selections each night, Weds-Sun. Order by 5pm, pickup between 5 and 7pm. All profits go to employee relief fund. 515 E. Water St. 971-7044. $$$. ORDER

Fig Bistro & Bar Mediterranean and New Orleans-inspired dishes with housemade ingredients. 1331 W. Main St. 995-5047. $. ORDER

Hamiltons’ at First & Main Offering in-person dining inside and outside, as well as takeout options. Hours vary, closed on Mondays. 101 West Main St. 295-6649. $$. ORDER

Ivy Inn Offering curbside pick-up, Weds-Sat. Order by noon. Menus change weekly. 2244 Old Ivy Rd. 977-1222. $$$. ORDER
The Local Belmont neighborhood spot is partnering with Junction to offer a “Ten for Ten” menu of comfort food meals for $10. All proceeds to staff. 4-9pm daily. 824 Hinton Ave. 984-9749. $$. ORDER
Ivy Road House Opened in December, this timeless nod to classic restaurant fare has an emphasis on locally sourced ingredients that celebrates the best of what central Virginia has to offer. Wed-Sun 4:30–9pm. 4300 Three Notched Road. 205-4009. $$.
Maya Upscale Southern cuisine. Curbside and patio pick-up of family-style and regular menus. 12-8 pm. 633 W. Main St. 979-6292. $$. ORDER
The Melting Pot Delivery and carryout of full menu 11:30-8pm, Tues-Sun. 501 E. Water St. 244-3463. $$$. ORDER
The Mill Room Multiple menu options for carryout at The Boar’s Head, 200 Ednam Dr. 972-2230. $$$. ORDER

Oakhart Social Seasonal, creative modern American food for sharing. 511 W. Main St. 995-5449. $$. ORDER
Oakhurst Inn Coffee & Café Southern style breakfast and lunch. Open for takeout Fri-Sun mornings until 1pm. 1616 Jefferson Park Ave. 872-0100. $. ORDER
Restoration At Old Trail Golf Course, now offering takeout at the snack bar window. 5494 Golf Dr., Crozet. 823-1841. $$. ORDER
Southern Crescent Cajun and Creole fare in Belmont. Takeout and curbside pick-up Wed-Sun, 12pm – 8pm. 814 Hinton Ave. 284-5101. $$. ORDER
Wayland’s Crossing Tavern Pub food, vegetarian plates, and kid-friendly fare. Open for takeout from 4– 8pm, Wed – Sun. 1015 Heathercroft Cir., Crozet. 205-4669. $$. ORDER
Zocalo Flavorful, high-end, Latin-inspired cuisine. Order online anytime for pickup between 4pm-8pm. 201 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 977-4944. $$. ORDER