Best Polenta in Charlottesville

4 restaurant menus in Charlottesville, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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The Shebeen Pub & Braai
The Shebeen Pub & Braai
83/100 (1600 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
African
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Beef
Ribs
Curry
Pancakes
Polenta
Eggplant
Hummus
Eggs Benedict
Salad
Wings
Calamari
Mussels
Calamares
Burger
Salmon
Shrimp
Fish & Chips
The Local
The Local
80/100 (4147 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
American
American
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Shrimp
Cheesecake
Ribs
Beef
French Fries
Lobster
Polenta
Pasta
Cheesecakes
Meatloaf
Bolognese
Salad
Goat cheese salad
Mac and cheese
Crab Soup
Crab
Lamb
Scallops
Pesto
Duck
Fish
Steak Frites
Burger
Pork
Salmon
Sit down
American
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Seating
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Private Dining
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Reservations
Dinner
Late Night
Lunch
Mid-range
"The service was certainly 4.5+ but I thought the food, for the price, was a little underwhelming. We came here before the evening rush and ordered..."
Patrick Giesecke
"Really great quality food! I got the gnocchi bolognese and was very impressed. Very fresh and flavorful. Definitely a top choice for dining in..."
Fiona Alison Kibblewhite
"Fantastic place! Extremely fast service, friendly staff, loved to see that all staff were pitching it in all jobs. Everyone was busing tables,..."
Apollo's Mission Dog Training
"My daughter and son-in-law's wedding reception and post wedding brunch were recently held at The Local. The staff were an absolute pleasure to work..."
Stacey R
"As usual, we were very happy with our food. The brussel sprouts/ cauliflower appetizer is so scrumptious. However this time some of the Brussel..."
Margaret E
"We worked with Michelle to plan our wedding reception. She helped us with the menu and the setup, and made us feel quite comfortable with what we..."
Rebekah Rittenberg
"We had a lovely dinner on the outdoor side patio. The menu is varied and has vegetarian options and daily specials. We had stuffed squash, fried..."
Edythe Frankel Kelleher
"The restaurant was very nice, with exposed brick and 2 floors of seating. It looked like there was a second floor deck, but it seemed there was a..."
mike cornell
Zo.ca.lo
Zo.ca.lo
89/100 (845 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Gluten Free Options
American
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Polenta
Gazpacho
Salad
Bread Pudding
Chili
Pork Tenderloin
Crab
Kale Salad
Scallops
Couscous
Duck
Fish
Oyster
Pork
Risotto
Mussels
Tuna
Salmon
Halibut
Sit down
American
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Reservations
Outdoor Seating
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Late Night
Lunch
Mid-range
Tavola
Tavola
77/100 (1166 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Pasta
Bolognese
Carbonara
Salad
Ice Cream
Scallops
Gelato
Clams
Hanger steak
Risotto
Bruschette
Mussels
Pesto
Fish
Pork
Cheesecake
Antipasti
Ragu
Shrimp
Polenta
Tiramisu
Meatballs
Eggplant
Cheesecakes
Sit down
Italian
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Accepts Discover
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Mid-range
"If you are in Charlottesville, or within driving range, you have to try this place. Enjoy the total experience! Start with the bar - in the back,..."
Zirkle Blakey
"This place is really special. Every taste combination...perfection, every plate...more beautiful than the last, the atmosphere...quaint & cozy, the..."
Nicole Perrin Sampson
"There is nothing bad about this place. What makes it more special and memorable are the staff. BTW: Steve Yang, bar manager, makes some of the best..."
Jose Fleming
"Stunning and kind service. Perfect wine selections and diverse list. Wonderful food that arrives hot, fresh and flavorful. New bar and starters out..."
Nick Duke Sr.
"Just enjoyed our third experience at Tavola and once again spectacular. We actually ordered exactly the same meal we had last time and it was, if..."
Earl Parker
"Great place, great people, great food! First you get the wonderful aroma of the dishes being prepared, then you watch the artful composition of the..."
Roland H. Simon
"Some of the best Italian food we have ever had. Great service too! We will be back for..."
Karen Kirby
"We had a great dinner! Food was perfect! And enjoyed the Cicchetti Back room bar while wait for our..."
Leah Watkins Dodge
"Came here for UVA graduation dinner for my sister-in-law and I brought my 3 month old. I sat down long enough to order a water and what I wanted to..."
Ramie Leigh Galligan
"This restaurant was absolutely wonderful. The food was delicious and the service was..."
Amanda Elliott
"From appetizers to desserts, everything was delicious. The cherry on top was the excellent..."
Llezelle Agustin Dugger
"Best place in Cville! We live about two hours away but still come to Tavola whenever we..."
Samantha Jean Pastrikos
"One of my favourite restaurants. Amazing food. Great people. Fun, quaint atmosphere. Very often come on my, my mother's, and my step-father's..."
Emma Davies-Mansfield
"This place is a little slice of heaven and a must visit if you are in..."
Randy D Nordstrom
"My all time favorite place in Charlottesville! Food is so yummy, music is great, service is out of this..."
Jodi Dean Mills
"In my opinion - the only restaurant in Cville with legit pasta worth the carbs! We chose to celebrate my husbandā€™s birthday at Tavola, because..."
Amber R
"Homemade pasta is so good and unique, and I highly recommend everyone to try their specials, truly delightful menu. The bruschetta and burrata are..."
Zee Yon
"The Food was amazing! The Burrata is definitely a must.. Our host for the evening was Caleb and he was a pleasure to talk to. The atmosphere is..."
Dekeita Stinson
"Absolute all-around exceptional restaurant experience from beginning to end. Make a res for the Chef's Bar & watch them do their..."
Sherrie Brown
"First with an opportunity for Tavola to improve: Our table spent over $400 and we were chatting after the tab had been paid. The restaurant had..."
Heather McCoy
"the dishes were very, very good, but they made us go from the waiting area, to the bar, then to the patio area offering different menu each time. the..."
Hyun Kwak
"We loved our waiter, Aaron! We spent a casual 2 hours from appetizers to entrees. Food was amazing! Atmosphere great. Special event post..."
Linda Miller
"Most authentic pasta in Virginia. This cozy, unassuming Italian spot in Charlottesville is a great spot for wine, cocktails and Italian food. The..."
Paul Pezza