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    Aromas Cafe and Catering

    4.1 (133 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 2:30 pm

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    AROMAS CAFE AND CATERING ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Soup of the day was very delicious!
    Zhen L.

    One of my favorite restaurants in Charlottesville. My husband had chicken bowl and I had salmon both delicious.

    Beignets dessert
    Alyssa A.

    Hidden gem! This place is super cute and convenient located in Barracks shopping center. Plenty of easy parking and a bigger restaurant then I thought for being tucked away in the shopping center. I just came here to meet some friends last night. I ordered the beignets dessert thinking it was going to be some pastry type of thing. However, it ended being like balled up plantains? Sweet and banana-ish. Kind of on the pricier side, 8 bucks. Definitely interesting and tasty. Service is great at the place too. Next time I'll come back for real food!

    Falafel
    Sandra S.

    We ordered the chichen bowl and falafel bowl plus pita bread side and morrocan orance dessert. Everything was good taste healthy and affordable. The service was A1 and the place has a small cute patio that we enjoyed.

    Dolma
    Lumiere S.

    If you asked me what the most salient aspect of my visit was worth the five stars, I would say the staff here. The owner and wait staff are truly superb. From the moment I made my group's reservation to our dining experience they were polite, attentive, available, and seemed to care a great deal about their work. For each dish that was served it was followed up with an inquiry as to how the guests were enjoying it. For one of our diners who had to leave early, Hassan personally took his order to the kitchen and brought the dish out in moments to accommodate for the diner's time. I was very impressed. I could tell that Hassan cares a great deal about his restaurant and taking care of his customers! In addition to the excellent service, the food was well prepared with attention to detail. I ordered the dolma which came out warm which was a good change to how I've had this in the past. The warm filling worked quite well with the acidic grape leaves. It was very good. I also ordered the meatball dish which was large, decadent, pipping hot, and extremely flavorful. Be aware that some of the spices may be overwhelming for a palate that may not enjoy heavy flavor but for those that do; highly recommend! This is the kind of restaurant that would be great for small parties, dates, and celebratory gatherings. It has just the right intimate feel with bright paintings contrasted against dark wood decor that makes you want to linger and have that extra espresso.

    Spicy Moroccan meatballs in a tomato base, accompanied with fresh eggs.
    Phillip F.

    A hidden gem in C-Ville! This is THE BEST Mediterranean (technically moroccan) cuisine in Charlottesville. A well appointed dining room is eclipsed by an attentive and friendly waitstaff who understand that the all guests are there responsibility, not just their tables. The cuisine was delicate, thoughtfully prepared, and portioned right. The Mezzi platter, a sampling of Baba Ganoush, Hummus, and Dolmades (warm! Finally!) was terrific. The moroccan meatballs were outstanding. The perfectly cook overeasy eggs brought a creamy relief to the acidic spice of the tomato. The desserts are terrific and the well selected wine listed guarantees a good pairing. Drop what you're doing and go now. Hassan, we thank you!!

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    Smyrna - BEET SALAD bitter greens, hazelnuts, cacao nibs, kaymak, pomegranate vinaigrette

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    4.7(116 reviews)
    2.4 mi

    Went tonight with my daughter who is a total foodie! The…read moreservice was very personal with our server knowing every detail. The managing partner also came by our table very casually and friendly- I just googled their bios and its very interesting. So I wasn't sure I would like everything we ordered- I only wanted the beet salad. It was amazing!!!!!!! We also had the dip trio which I liked the hummus best with yummy bread. My daughter, her friend and her mom LOVED the calamari and said it was light and delicious. Lamb kebob was tasty. Desert chocoholic was scrumptious and the lemon granita was light and interesting with homemade cotton candy that we laughed looked like ratchet barbie hair but tasted so light. Absolutely delicious!

    SERVICE We came in for a belated Valentine's Day dinner,…read moreand the staff immediately seated us when we got int. Everyone was friendly and professional without being too formal. Our server served us waters and let us peruse the menu. Most spots will have the waiter come by and ask you how things are, and our waiter didn't come by at all after setting down the food which was interesting -- not good nor bad but probably were also busy. AMBIENCE The space felt upscale but still easygoing, which made it perfect for our Valentine's night out. There's no dress code, but most people looked like they'd put a little effort in, matching the polished but comfortable vibe. Loved the open kitchen all the way towards the back by the bookshelf area gave the room some energy without making it feel noisy. Definitely struck a great balance between date-night fancy and laid-back cool and casual. FOOD We started with the Beet Salad Ribbons and the Meze Trio. The beet salad mixed earthy ribbon-sheet beets with hazelnuts and a bright pomegranate vinaigrette that surprised me! Loved the pairing of the beets and cheese and hazelnut crunch. As a texture fan, this really hit the spot! It was colorful, fresh, and really well balanced. The Meze Trio had charred eggplant, a yogurt-goat cheese dip, and a seasonal hummus. Each had its own flavor and texture, and everything felt super fresh and well-seasoned. Favorite was the seasonal hummus. The yogurt-goat cheese dip was good but definitely sweeter than I personally perferred! The Calamari was also quite good and had decent number of chunky pieces that weren't just breading. The only small letdown was the pita bread since we had more dips than pita left. We expected refills might be complimentary, especially for a place like this, but they weren't. Not a big deal, just something that stood out in an otherwise smooth and thoughtful experience! The Manti Dumplings were a highlight too -- probably so much handwork in making these look like they do! The Sharondale mushrooms gave them a rich, savory flavor, and the pepper butter sauce added just the right touch of spice. The burger was also great -- juicy, flavorful, and paired with house fries and an amazing urfa pepper aioli. You could tell both dishes were elevated but still comforting, showing off the chef's fine-dining background in a really approachable way. For dessert, we shared the Baklava Cheesecake and a Chocolate Hazelnut special. The cheesecake was unique -- cheesecake filling sandwiched between baklava. It was delicious but not what I was expected! It was creamy and nutty with pistachio layers, and the chocolate dessert was incredibly rich without being heavy. Both were perfect finishes. We even took home the leftover goat cheese dip because it was that good. Overall, pices were a little on the higher side ($23-$29 for mains, $14 for dessert), but for the quality and thought put into every dish, it felt worth it and would come back again for a special occasion! This was definitely elevated ambience and the food was well executed in our opinion. I can see the hype! Definitely not a spot I'd frequent often but for the special days -- this is it to impress your date or family!

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    Best rice I've ever tasted never had less than a wonderful meal at Sultan Kabob and the owners are…read morefantastic!

    I tend to go here with family when we visit Charlottesville and have other things to do in town…read more(catch a UVA game, movie, etc.). Even when they were very busy, the wait for a seat is rather short. It's mainly four-top seats but they can push together tables as needed. There's music always playing and not a lot of padding to soften noise so I'd call the location "average" loud. Downtown Charlottesville doesn't really do free parking. You can park at the next corner in open parking to the left or paid parking to the right. But we're talking $2 or so, not a bank-breaking experience and with lots of shopping across the street it's worth staking out a spot and then walking the area. What I like: The food is tasty. The appetizers are solid. There's a large enough menu that you can always try something new. And the portions are ample enough to share. What I'm not so fond of: The waitstaff spend a lot of time at the front scrolling on their phones. They aren't too keen on refilling your drinks either. I say this as someone who has eaten here about a dozen times. Also, I don't normally mind cameras, but there are enough blinking lights on cameras to make it feel more like a jewelry store than a restaurant. That said, if you are not in a hurry, want some good food in solid portions, and plan to do some shopping or window shopping downtown, this has been my go-to place for years.

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