Cafe Frank

4.8

355 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary French / American

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
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
Happy Hour Mon, Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 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

Experiences

UVA Graduation 2025
$30.00 per person
Prepaid
May 17, 2025 - May 18, 2025
Celebrate UVA Graduation 2025 with an unforgettable dining experience at Café Frank. Enjoy a $60 per person prix fixe menu, specially curated to make your celebration memorable. A $30 per person deposit is required to secure your reservation, which will be applied to your bill. Cancellations made at least 14 days in advance are eligible for a full refund. A 20% gratuity will be added to all parties, and reservations are limited to 2 hours to ensure we can accommodate everyone on this special weekend. Book early to secure your spot!
Virginia Women in Wine Dinner
$95.00 per person
Prepaid
Mar 23, 2025 only
Join us at Café Frank for a special tasting dinner in celebration of Virginia Women in Wine! Enjoy a thoughtfully crafted four-course menu designed to highlight an exceptional selection of wines from Veritas Winery and Daring Wine & Cider Co., including four newly crowned Governor’s Cup gold medalists. This one-night-only event will showcase the artistry and influence of Virginia’s women winemakers, with expertly paired wines and ciders that bring each dish to life. Whether you're a devoted wine lover or simply looking for a unique dining experience, this is an evening not to be missed. Reserve your seat today and raise a glass to the incredible women shaping Virginia’s wine scene!

What 355 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Charlottesville
Best Service
Charlottesville
Best Ambiance
Charlottesville
Innovative
Charlottesville
Great for fine wines
Charlottesville
Romantic
Charlottesville
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cafe Frank offers an exquisite dining experience with "excellent cuisine" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the "intimate and cozy atmosphere" and "creative menu" that blends French and Italian influences. Highlights include the "bison Bolognese," "duck confit," and "scallops." The staff, especially servers like Cassie and Kate, are praised for their attentiveness. Despite some critiques on pricing and wait times, the overall ambiance and culinary adventure make it a "must-visit" spot.

355 Reviews

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Stanley VIP
Richmond29 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cafe Frank has never disappointed us. The service is warm and friendly and very professional. The food choices and preparation are outstanding. The wine list and cocktails are well-curated. This is a great place to enjoy a nice night out with friends!
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Mark VIP
New York City96 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic as usual. New salad with buratta and pears was a special treat. Great food, service and vibes. Place to go in Charlottesville.
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David
Richmond1 review
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a small cafe, with great ambience and service. The menu is fairly small, but the mussels were large and cooked just right, the broth could have been a little tastier. Fairly pricey, but over-all really good. We’ll definitely go back.
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Marcus
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was spectacular, service was impeccable, and overall experience was impressive
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Janice
Washington DC17 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was a great meal for our last dinner in Charlottesville. We had two misses during the visit and Cafe Frank was exactly what we needed. The halibut was perfectly cooked, the steak frites were delicious and our server, Dillon, was fantastic. We will definitely return on a future visit.
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Carmen VIP
Richmond26 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time. Great service, good food and wine! Yes, we will be back and would recommend. Thanks!
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Max
Charlotte1 review
5.0
Dined on February 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server, food, and experience was the best I’ve ever had. Made us feel welcomed!!! Best food and experience I’ve had in Charlottesville ever.
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Jason
Richmond1 review
5.0
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Steak was cooked perfectly. Staff super friendly.
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stephan VIP
New York City9 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It’s not very budget-friendly, even during restaurant week, but you do get what you pay for. The food is very high-quality, the atmosphere is authentically French bistro and the service (particularly Cassie) was excellent and friendly. Great overall experience.
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Joanne
Washington DC39 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cafe Frank never disappoints. They participate in Restaurant Week and one reason why we dined there. However, my Orzo-Kale soup, pan seared salmon and Creme Catalan were beyond delicious. Especially the salmon which was perfectly cooked and served with cous cous. I do not recall if the salmon is on the regular menu but I hope so when we return again. Terrific restaurant.
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FAQs

Cafe Frank is rated 4.8 stars by 355 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

Experiences are available.

317 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902-5233

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
4th Street NE
Neighborhood
Charlottesville
Hours of operation
Happy Hour Mon, Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 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

Website
https://www.cafefrankcville.com/
Phone number
(434) 825-9496

Cafe Frank

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

UVA Graduation 2025

Virginia Women in Wine Dinner

Menu

What 355 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Cafe Frank restaurant rated?

Is Cafe Frank currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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