We’re captivated by the natural beauty and bounty of Virginia. That’s why our menu is much more than a traditional steakhouse: terrific cuts, of course, complimented by locally caught seafood, sides fresh from the farmers market, and award-winning wine from across the globe. We’re not just for celebrating, and we’re not just a steakhouse: we’re the sophisticated dining experience that every steakhouse wants to be when it grows up. Valet parking is available, free for the first two hours with validation. Street parking is also available without a permit after 5pm daily and on the weekends.
GRADUATION WEEKEND RESERVATIONS UNDER EXPERIENCES!Mockingbird: Where Southern Charm Meets Virginia BountyLocated in Charlottesville's Belmont neighborhood, Mockingbird is a destination for those who appreciate Southern cuisine with a modern twist. Chef Melissa Close-Hart, an Alabamian, passionately crafts a menu that highlights Virginia's fresh, seasonal ingredients while honoring Southern flavors.Step into our beautifully restored 19th-century building and enjoy a lively bar and inviting atmosphere. Choose between cozy indoor seating or vibrant outdoor patio to soak in the neighborhood's charm.Our menu features Southern classics reimagined with creativity. Start with our signature biscuit basket, served with honey butter, pepper jelly, and apple butter. For appetizers, try the fried green tomatoes with whipped pimento cheese or crispy Double H Farms pork belly. For main course, savor our Southern shrimp and grits, featuring NOLA-style BBQ shrimp.
Located in the culinary district of downtown Harrisonburg, VA in the building which formerly housed the Strand Theater. We are proud to be independently and locally owned. Clementine serves weekday lunch, weekend brunch and dinner every night on our main floor and patio (weather permitting) until at least 9PM. We host Team Trivia on Tuesday nights (8-10PM), Open Mic on Wednesday nights (7-10PM), Live Jazz on Thursday Nights (7-9PM) and award-winning music on Friday and Saturday nights. We also feature Ruby’s Lounge in our basement which is open 6PM – 1:30AM, Tuesday-Saturday.
The Ridley is THE destination for upscale-casual dining and fresh seafood offerings in Charlottesville, Virginia. Located within The Draftsmen boutique hotel, The Ridley combines convenience and accessibility with an unparalleled dining experience. As one of Charlottesville’s Black-owned restaurants, the concept pays homage to Dr. Walter N. Ridley, the first Black student to graduate from The University of Virginia and receive a graduate degree from any major, historically white public university in the South.
