A cute place to hang out as a family, friends, on a date. I enjoyed a yummy vegan chocolate bar…read morefrom Mulberry and Spring and some hot tea. please give this business some love as it deserves.

Nice decor. Friendly and helpful staff. Service was great. Food was excellent. Wine flight was…read morereally good. Cheese excellent. Clean. A little expensive.

I visited Ethos with my husband recently for a weekend lunch and had the best time!…read more Atmosphere: A very quaint and beautifully decorated wine bar vibe on the inside and a lovely patio with cute bistro lights on the outside. Everything was very chic and created a very charming afternoon. I loved all the little details like the cute glassware for drinks and individual glass teapots. Service: Everyone is so warm and welcoming here! Immediately felt like home and also attended to in every detail. Food and drink: Last but not least the food and drink here are so standout!! I'm a big tea lover and can spot high quality teas, and ethos selection does not disappoint. I had the hibiscus tea and mmm so good, and so good for you. Finally, the star of the show, the burger!! Yum! Truly best burger ever. It was so gourmet, with crispy edges, amazing sauce and a real juice to it. This place is the perfect place for a date or girls catch up over a delicious burger + tea/ wine! Can't wait to come back to try more things on the menu and 10/10 recommend the burger paired with a drink! Mm!

This is a completely adorable hidden gem for both wine and small bites. I hung out at the bar and…read morewent with the "Bartenders Choice" and was served a really interesting trio of wines that normally I'd have never tried but am happy to sample. Good service - check. I also loved the grilled cheese with a side of beans. I can't remember what they were, but dang they were tasty. It all went down well with a glass of local sparkling wine. I'd happily return.

Delicious food, great service, beautiful ambiance. We arrived just before closing but still got…read moreseated and served without any rush which was wonderful.

AMBIANCE We came in with reservation for a dinner with…read morefriends one evening. The place is easy enough to get to and we found parking luckily on the street. We strolled in, gave our name for reservation, and were swiftly seated in the back of the restaurant behind the bar area. It was a comfortable setting for dinner with most of the dining room in a pleasantly quiet a bit dark in a warm way but good enough for conversation and relaxing atmosphere for chilling out. FOOD We started with the housemade rosemary focaccia bruschetta ($14), and were recommended to order two servings for our table of four... so we did. About 10 minutes later, the appetizer arrived and the focaccia was a nice way to begin the meal, and was surpised it wasn't pre-cut but it was fine to cut it at the table with the cheese and share...it tasted good but was not especially remarkable for what you'd expect (forgot to take a photo) For our entrées, we ordered the grilled branzino ($39)...a bit overly oily for me, the fish of the night ($39), coastal tagliatelle ($28), and spaghetti pomodoro ($23). The dishes were solid portion and generally enjoyable. I suppose I expected more of a WOW that I didn't get from the menu options or the service...probably didn't help we were seated next to a large and very loud group in the back. Overall, the food was fine and satisfying, though nothing stood out enough to make the meal especially memorable. We skipped dessert. SERVICE Service was acceptable and kept the meal moving, but it did not add much to the overall experience... Overall, this was an okay Italian spot with a comfortable ambiance and a solid selection of dishes, but it did not quite deliver the exceptional food or memorable experience expected from a well-raved restaurant that others had hyped up. I personally wouldn't visit this spot again in the area for Italian food, knowing that there are spots nearby with warmer service and more interesting menu options....so this rating is relative to those spots.

As a four-time visitor, I've found that while the food here is consistently flavorful and…read moreinventive, the value proposition remains a mixed bag. This is particularly true for the wine program; for a venue with such a massive retail selection, the curated menu feels surprisingly stingy. I had high hopes for their Cheese Board, but unfortunately, it mirrored my general experience here: great flavors, questionable value. The Highlights: The presentation on the bamboo board is lovely. The bread was exceptionally fresh and flavorful, and the fruit accompaniments; Persimmon, guava, grapes, and strawberry, offered a bright, acidic contrast that paired well with the selections. The Letdowns: Zero Transparency: The cheeses weren't listed on the menu, and the server didn't offer any information on what was being served. Half the joy of a professional board is the "story" knowing the origins and profiles. We were left entirely in the dark. The "Bread-to-Cheese" Ratio: Most of the selections were hard cheeses, and the two soft cheeses provided were literally the size of a quarter. Every sample was sliced remarkably thin. While the bread portion was generous, there wasn't nearly enough cheese or fruit to sustain it. It felt less like a cheese service and more like a bread board with a cheese garnish. Bottom Line: The Crush Pad clearly has access to great ingredients, but the portions should be more than "tastes." I want to love this place, but the value for the price just isn't quite there.

There is elegance and comfort to be found in Crush Pad Wines, in the downtown mall in…read moreCharlottesville. They have an excellent wine selection with a knowledgeable staff to back up any questions you ask. I did not expect there to be a full kitchen, and was pleasantly surprised at the quality of food we ordered. The Mushroom Crostinis in particular played into the refined vibe the entire bar was giving off. A fun stop for a quick glass of wine, or a seated meal that will be accompanied by excellent taste.

Yes.... yes are you allowed to go into the Code Building. Once you walk through the doors you will…read morebe greeted by a great bar! The name is familiar because they are the sister spot of Milli Coffee Roasters. When I was there I had a GREAT belgian beer. They have a wide variety of things on tap and bottled beer as well. Is wine more your thing? They have that too. Coffee and espresso? Yup, you are in luck. They even have a great space to enjoy your drink in the lobby of the Code Building. Next time you are on the Downtown Mall, give it a shot.

This coffee shop is located in the gorgeous new CODE building at the end of the downtown mall. It…read morecan be found as soon as you enter the main entrance and has a sophisticated but approachable feeling to it. The baristas are behind a small counter to the right when you walk in and you can either get it to go out sit in the spacious community area. I ordered a hot coffee and sat on the couch to relax and enjoy! They have pastries and also wine/happy hour later in the day which I'll be back for!

A private dinner amidst endless bottles and endless knowledge of all wine. A wine store with…read morethousands. We tasted several reds and whites, all unique choices new to my palate. And double decanted reds, so ready to drink and fully open. The proprietor has a seemingly bottomless command of wines, vintages, palates, and the wine business. Our group had three options of entrees, duck, sirloin, and a wild-caught salmon. I saw nearly all plates cleaned. Certainly, the salmon was perfect, and a far (flavorful) cut above the typical farmed salmon we eat regularly. He was right to call it out as their pièce de resistance. And yes, a chocolate mousse that looked remarkably like... well, judge for yourself....

Came in here kindly and un-obnoxiously during posted business hours and couldn't even get the…read morecurmudgeon owner (Bill) to look up at me. He was not warm or friendly, just asked me what I wanted - wouldn't even give me the respect to look up from his computer screen. He didn't HAVE what I wanted but I would've been totally open to local suggestions. Was ready to spend money (as I always am on wine!) but totally reconsidered after the way I was treated. My mother had been a customer for decades so I never would have expected this. Well, he lost meand my loyal mother too.

One of my favorite place when I visit!!…read more Amazing staff and the owners are always present and amiable. I had a light lunch and the Deviled Eggs with Chorizo were amazing! Then I had the Jamon Tapas and it was all paired with a wonderful Vinho Verde. The perfect light lunch

Had a great time at Accordia. The food was fantastic, and the service was great. Everyone was…read morewelcoming and friendly. They also have a great selection of worldly wines and beers. The owner is a lively German lady who genuinely wants people to come in, relax, and have a good time. We started with a couple of appetizers -- my wife had the goat cheese, and I had the Chakalaka tapas, which was excellent. It had just the right amount of spice to keep you going back for more. We also tried the Brie, which was really good. For our meal, we split the Croque Monsieur and the Prosciutto Melt, and both sandwiches were outstanding. I would definitely recommend this place, and we'll absolutely be back.

Food was very good, as expected. however the waitress announced a special wine, which I ordered…read more As i ordered it, another person (manager?) announced that they had no more. So I ordered from the wine menu. Another waiter came to the table with 2 different bottles telling me that the wine I had ordered was no longer in stock. I understand running out, but we were one of two tables in the restaurant and it seems that the wait staff might have been informed about the outages. I felt like we were an inconvenience.

We randomly came upon this restaurant late at night after a Friday night concert. Only to realize…read morethe place was closing in 30 ish minutes. Upon learning that information we decided not to order any entrees, just desserts. The food was okay. The pricing of this place is insane. Service certainly didn't dictate this level of ambiance. But I would try it again. Hard to give it a full 5 stars when the food was just okay. But the drinks were excellent.

We really really did this place. A great selection of rotating local, domestic and international…read morewines poured by a knowledgeable staff. They also have a fantastic collection of tin fish and light snacks. The space is charming, chic, and most importantly to me, dog friendly. We love spending an afternoon here sitting either inside or out and sipping the day away. Their wine based cocktails are also fantastic. This place is a gem, and a great way to explore the local wine scene without driving all over the region.

Came to enjoy Wine with Friends and Dani was awesome as always!! We always love seeing her here…read more Wine was excellent as well as we thoroughly enjoyed the tasting and Corry!

If I were an inmate on death row, this would be the meal I request as my last. Now my husband and I…read moremay not go out much, you know with life and kids and chaos all around, but we came here to dine for our 10 year anniversary yesterday. The food was absolutely phenomenal. The drinks were some of the best we've had, our steaks were cooked to perfection (we got the Wagyu and filet mignon) and the steak sauces were absolutely delicious. Each meal comes with salad and bread and we were licking the plates clean. For sides we had potatoes and brussel sprouts and these were the largest I've ever seen covered with apples and a delicious sauce and I've never tasted anything greater in my life. My husband and I sat at the table so filled with joy for what we were eating that we were LAUGHING. It was like our whole lives we've lived in a drought and someone handed us a coconut water. Our server Julie was so great, knew the menu, made suggestions and came to check on us often. She even gave us a free little drink to toast with for our anniversary. She was top notch. Now, don't get me started on the desserts. Crème brûlée and chocolate mouse were incredibly balanced, not too sweet and absolutely perfect. The atmosphere was lively, fun, and the perfect balance of fancy but not stuck up. I can't wait to come back. Thank you Black Cow for the amazing anniversary experience and the best food we have had in a very long time.

My first visit to Black Cow Chophouse left me with mixed feelings. The ambience is beautiful and…read morehas a great upscale atmosphere, and I really appreciated the staff accommodating our request to move inside after we had originally reserved outdoor seating. The service was excellent throughout the meal. Our server, was absolutely lovely. She was friendly, attentive, and genuinely made us feel welcome. She was one of the highlights of the experience. We started with the steak tartare. It was decent, but a little saltier than I would have preferred. My biggest complaint was that the accompanying bread wasn't brushed with butter or olive oil, which made it feel a bit dry and out of place alongside such a rich dish. One thing that was disappointing was the portioning of the shareable sides. The menu describes them as serving 3 to 4 people, but in our experience they were much more realistically sized for about two people. That was frustrating, especially given the overall price point. For our entrees, we ordered the ribeye, bavette, and New York strip. All of the steaks were cooked well, but I found them to be good rather than great, especially considering the price point. They just weren't particularly memorable. The ribeye, in particular, leaned a bit too far toward fatty rather than beautifully marbled, so there was more unrendered fat than I would have liked. The steak sauces were enjoyable, but they also didn't stand out in any significant way. They were well made, but nothing especially unique or memorable. Overall, I enjoyed the evening, the atmosphere, and the exceptional service. However, for a steakhouse at this price point, I expected to be more impressed by the food. Everything was solid, but nothing really wowed me or left me thinking, "I can't wait to come back." It is disappointing to have buyers remorse from such a nice restaurant.