Cuisine

Breakfast

Full country breakfast is cooked to order and served daily in the great room or on the upper patio from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Breakfast includes choice of juice, fresh seasonal fruit, your own loaf of fresh homemade sweet bread or coffeecake, breakfast meat or fish plus your choice from a menu of two savory and one sweet entrees. Coffee and a variety of teas are served at the breakfast bar beginning at 7:00 a.m. and are available throughout the breakfast period. Arrangements can be made for an earlier seating if needed; please speak with the innkeeper.

Afternoon Treat

Each afternoon or evening offers an opportunity to relax by the fireplace or on the deck with a glass of wine. Time and offering may vary seasonally. Check with the innkeeper for specifics.

In-Room Refreshment

For your convenience and enjoyment, each room has a beverage refrigerator stocked with water and an assortment of juice and soda. In addition, a variety of snacks are available in the lower gathering room, as well as on-demand coffee, tea, hot chocolate and hot apple cider.

May we help you with Dinner Reservations?

Charlottesville and surrounding area are home to many fine restaurants satisfying all tastes and budgets. We would be happy to provide recommendations and assist with reservations.

Within ten miles of Cedar Spring Inn you will find a variety of cuisines, including:

• Bonefish Grill    $$$
  Specializing in grilled fish; also an extensive martini menu.
  South on Rt. 29 behind Target (>7 miles).
  434-975-3474
• Baja Bean    $
  Locally owned California Fresh-Mex.
  South on Rt. 29, across from Walmart. (>10 miles)
  434-975-1070
• Christian's Pizza    $
  Voted the favorite non-franchise pizza in Charlottesville
  South on Rt. 29, right just after Airport Road. (>7 miles)
  434-973-7280
• Dominos Pizza    $
  Yes they will deliver.
  North on Rt.29 next to Food Lion, across from Sheetz. (>4 miles)
  434-990-2000
• El Agave    $
  Warm chips with salsa are always waiting!
  Rt. 29 Ruckersville (>6 miles)
  434-990-9500
• Fabio's N.Y. Pizza & Cucina Italiana    $$
  A real neighborhood restaurant; great pasta, good for take-out.
  North on Rt. 29 just beyond the Best Western. (>4 miles)
  434-990-0101
• Guadalajara    $
  The fifth location for a local Charlottesville Mexican tradition. Close by and comfortable for a group.
  South on Rt. 29, turn right just after Airport Road. (>7 miles)
  434-977-2677
• Iggy's Tavern at Silver Thatch    $$
  Light fare in a casual atmosphere, no reservations needed.
  Off Rt. 29 South of Target. (>8 miles)
  434-978-4686
• Lord Hardwicke's    $$
  Pub food, pub atmosphere, really close.
  North on Rt. 29 next to the Best Western. (>4 miles)
  434-990-2095
• Nate & Em's Pizza    $
  Really close with surprisingly good Pizza. And they deliver!
  North on Rt. 29 next to the Best Western. (>4 miles)
  434-985-9000
• Panera Bread    $$
  The sandwiches and salads you know well.
  Rt. 29 next to Target. (>7 miles)
  434-973-5264
• Rhett's River Grill & Raw Bar    $$$
  Especially good seafood, a fun atmosphere.
  Rt. 29 across from Walmart (>10 miles)
  434-974-7818
• Riverside Lunch    $
  A Charlottesville tradition, great burgers 'n fries for two, about $10.
  Rt. 29 across from Target (>7 miles)
  434-979-1000
• Sakura Japanese Steak House    $$$
  Teppan steak, seafood and sushi.
  Rt. 29, behind Target. (>7 miles)
  434-872-0099
• Silver Thatch Inn    $$$
  Dating to 1780, a special spot for a special meal. Great wine list!
  Reservations recommended.
  Off Rt. 29 South of Target. (>8 miles)
  434-978-4686
• Thai '99    $$
  Authentic Thai for lunch or dinner.
  Rt. 29 behind Pier 1. (>11 miles)
  434-964-1212
• TGI Friday's    $$
  The one you're familiar with.
  Rt.29 near Target. (>7 miles)
  434-973-0009
• Timberwood Grill    $$
  Locally owned; great food, craft beer, patio dining.
  Off Rt. 29 South across from Target. (>7 miles)
  434-975-3311
• Vinny's New York Pizza    $$
  A real New York Pizzeria and Restaurant ... the first Vinny's!
  Rt. 29 Ruckersville. (>6 miles)
  434-985-4731
• Vinny's Italian Grill    $$
  A Northern Virginia chain… Yes, another Vinny's!
  Rt. 29 behind Target. (>7 miles)
  434-973-4055

Just slightly further, enjoy all downtown Charlottesville has to offer. For an easily searched dining guide, go to www.visitcharlottesville.org. Following are some of our favorites:

• Bizou    $$
  A casual bistro diner featuring upscale down-home cooking. Downtown Mall. (15 miles)
  434-977-1818
• Blue Light Grill    $$$
  Delicious appetizers, terrific seafood, raw bar, extensive wine list, microbrews.
  Downtown Mall. (15 miles)
  434-295-1223
• C&O    $$$
  Innovative continental menu served in a historic building.
  515 E Water St. (15 miles)
  434-971- 7044
• Continental Divide    $$
  Spicy, colorful entrees in a college-friendly atmosphere.
  "Get in Here" is the only sign.
  811 W Main St. (15 miles
  434-984-0143
• Downtown Grille    $$$
  Midwestern corn fed beef, extensive wine list.
  Downtown Mall. (15 miles)
  434-817-7080
• Fellini's No.9    $$
  Traditional Italian dishes; late bar and music scene.
  Second and Market Sts. (15 miles)
  434-979-4279
• Fleurie    $$$+
  Contemporary French fine dining; a special place for a special meal.
  108 3rd Street NE (15 miles)
  434-971-7800
• Hamilton's    $$$
  Contemporary gourmet American cuisine for lunch or dinner. Downtown Mall (15 miles)
  434-295-6649
• Ivy Inn    $$$
  Locally inspired menu elegantly served.
  2244 Old Ivy Road (15 miles)
  434-977-1222
• L'etoile    $$$
  Committed to presenting local foods reflecting the flavors of the area and the season. Romantic old building.
  817 W Main (15 miles)
  434-979-7957
• Mas    $$
  Funky, fun atmosphere. Authentic Spanish tapas.
  501 Monticello Rd. (16 miles)
  434-979-0990
• Mono Loco    $$
  "Nouveau Latin Cuisine" … we'd say a cross between Mexican and Caribbean.
  200 West Water St. (15 miles)
  434-979-0688
• Orzo    $$+
  Menu fuses the traditions of Italy, Greece, Spain and France.
  416 W Main (15 miles)
  434-975-6796
• Savour    $$$
  Eclectic, contemporary, classical cuisine, convenient location.
  Rt. 29 South, just before Barracks Road, on the left. (13 miles)
  434-295-2220
• Shebeen    $$
  Exotic South African menu with full bar.
  247 Ridge/McIntire (15 miles)
  434-296-3185
• Tavola    $$$
  A rustic neighborhood restaurant where patrons can share local, seasonal cuisine in the Italian way.
  826 Hinton Ave (16 miles)
  434-972-9463
• TEN    $$$
  Upscale, modern Japanese cuisine.
  Downtown Mall Upstairs. (15 miles)
  434-295-6991
• The Local    $$$
  A cozy restaurant specializing in locally grown or raised.
  824 Hinton Ave. (16 miles)
  434-984-9749
• Zo-ca-lo    $$$
  Latin-inspired menu in a modern atmosphere.
  Downtown Mall (15 miles)
  434-977-4944

Outside Albemarle County but within fifteen to thirty minutes of Cedar Spring Inn, try these special restaurants:

• Palladio (at Barboursville Winery)    $$$$
  For an exquisite lunch or dinner, with or without wine pairings.
  Dinner Friday and Saturday only.
  Reservations a must. (14 miles)
  540-832-7848
• Pomme    $$$
  A wonderful French restaurant in a charming country town.
  115 N. Main (Rt. 15) Gordonsville. (19 miles)
  540-832-0130
• Stonefire Station Kitchen    $$
  Gourmet sandwiches and soups, near Horton Cellars.
  5361 Spotswood Trail (Rt. 33) Barboursville. (13 miles)
  540-832-0089
• The Bavarian Chef    $$
  Huge portions, German cuisine.
  North on Rt. 29 to Madison, County. (17 miles)
  540-948-6505

If you will be enjoying the fine area wines with dinner, car service can be arranged; to insure availability please let us know at least 48 hours in advance. The charge will depend upon your destination.