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Cocktail being poured over ice into a glass. - Cafe Frank, Charlottesville, VA

Cafe Frank

4.7
4.7
330 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary French / American

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 7 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
Café Frank is a vibrant, intimate Franco-Italian restaurant and cocktail bar on Charlottesville's Historic Downtown Pedestrian Mall. We can't wait to serve you!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Contemporary Italian, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (434) 825-9496
  • Website
    https://www.cafefrankcville.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Jay Gutierrez
  • Location
    317 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902-5233
  • Neighborhood
    Charlottesville
  • Cross street
    4th Street NE
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Bus Stop 11015 on E Water St at 3rd St SE
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 330 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Charlottesville

    Best Service

  • Charlottesville

    Best Ambiance

  • Charlottesville

    Innovative

  • Charlottesville

    Hot spot

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Frank delivers an exceptional dining experience with its expertly prepared dishes and outstanding service. Guests frequently praise the "high-quality food" and "creative cocktails." The intimate setting is perfect for special occasions or casual evenings. While the menu is limited, it consistently "exceeds expectations," making it a must-visit in Charlottesville.

330 Reviews

  1. Gene

    VIP

    Richmond

    57 reviews

    5.0

    57 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It's as if a nice little bistro from Paris was air-dropped in Charlottesville. A splendid dining experience with a superb menu, smartly chosen wine list, and a great location. Staff is just super and the chef outdid himself with the seafood offerings.

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  2. Al

    Richmond

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on December 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Everyone went all out to make it a very special Birthday dinner! A terrific place for a special dinner!

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  3. Mark

    VIP

    New York City

    95 reviews

    5.0

    95 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great. Wonderful food. Lovely presentation. Great service.

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  4. Delp

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Cozy cafe on the Downtown Mall in Charlottesville. Our server Dillon was excellent with just the right amount of attention. The cocktails are a special treat, with a limited but adequate wine list. My duck comfit was perfectly cooked and delicious, as was my wife's halibut. As a result of the brick wall interiors, the noise level was a bit greater than I had anticipated with nearly all the tables occupied. We will definitely return!

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  5. David

    Columbus

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The real deal! A gem of a restaurant nestled on the downtown mall

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  6. Jeffrey

    New York City

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Virginia Cider dinner was delicious and educational. Excellent service, wonderful vibe, well-paired food and beverage
    Cafe FrankResponded on November 23, 2024
    Thank you so much for the kind review! It was truly a pleasure for us to host the phenomenal teams from Albemarle Ciderworks and Daring Wine & Cider Co. I hope you will come see us again soon! Jonathan Corey Owner

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  7. Amanda

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Expertly curated experience. I have nothing negative to say-the food, drinks, and service were beyond reproach
    Cafe FrankResponded on November 23, 2024
    It was so great to have you! It's makes Kate and I so happy to hear that you had a great time. Cheers! Jonathan Corey Owner

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  8. Mark

    VIP

    New York City

    95 reviews

    5.0

    95 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. Delicious with beautiful presentation. Great service.
    Cafe FrankResponded on November 23, 2024
    Y'all are excellent guests, and we always look forward to serving you. Dillon was excited when he saw you on the reservation list. Thank you! Jonathan Corey Owner

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  9. Kelly

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing meal and experience! Cassie, Kate, Jonathan and Dylan truly made my husbands birthday special. Thank you for a wonderful night!
    Cafe FrankResponded on November 23, 2024
    We loved having the opportunity to host such a special occasion, and we're all so psyched that you had such a nice time! Thank you so much for the kind review. It truly means a lot to us. Jonathan Corey Owner

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  10. Alix

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great wait staff, amazing food, lovely experience.

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FAQs

Cafe Frank is rated 4.7 stars by 330 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for Cafe Frank

317 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902-5233

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    4th Street NE
  • Neighborhood
    Charlottesville
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Contemporary Italian, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Bus Stop 11015 on E Water St at 3rd St SE
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Jay Gutierrez
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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