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Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

We had brunch here on a Sunday. The ambience is mellow. The service is attentive. We had the fried oyster salad, garden omelet and poached eggs. Everything was fresh and tasty. The coffee was excellent. The prices were very reasonable considering the quality of the...food. We parked in a paying lot but it turns out there was plenty of street parking. We would eat here again.More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed December 28, 2023

Celebrated house closing here. Delicious food, lovely atmosphere. It had to be quick because we had keys in our hot little hands.

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed October 12, 2023

Despite an unremarkable frontage, both the dinner and interior setting were a first rate charm. A short list of intriguing cocktails are a must adventure. The corn crab soup was superb while the crab cakes were fully crab with a hint of cake. The shrimp...and grits exceeded expectations. Service was prompt, efficient, and friendly.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed October 6, 2023

Best steak ever. Atmosphere and service were excellent. We went at 6 and were seated easily. The restaurant was full by 7-reservations needed.

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed September 5, 2023 via mobile

5- professional service, top shelf cocktails, wondeful local wines, delicious food, warm and friendly atmosphere but quiet enough for conversation!

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed August 19, 2023

Thanks to the positive reviews of others we tried Hamiltons. Wanted to add to others recommendations. It is a comfortable restaurant with terrific service, food and a great menu. We enjoyed our lunch so much we were sorry we would not have the chance to...visit them again before we left town. Great location being near the university and plaza.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed August 6, 2023

Yesterday we went to Hamilton's to celebrate her birthday. This is the most reliable and best restaurant in downtown Charlottesville. It was Saturday night--reservations are essential, even if you are dining, as we were, unfashionably early. It was packed already at 6 PM! The service...was, as always, impeccable and professional. We both enjoyed the fried oyster entrée and the grilled steak salad. We skipped dessert in favor of birthday cake at home. My only reproach concerns the small number of wines on their list available by the glass. Really a very small number, quite noticeable for rosé (only two rosés on offer altogether and only one by the glass!). But overall, we were once again very pleased.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed August 3, 2023 via mobile

For nearly 30 years Hamiltons has been one of my favorite restaurants in Charlottesville. I have given numerous Hamiltons gift certificates to friends and neighbors. The experience at Hamiltons is consistently excellent. The crab cakes are always good. I love the oyster salad for lunch....Chocolate many ways is a great way to end a meal. The cocktails are delicious. Many of the waitstaff have been there for years. It is good for so many occasions, graduations, office parties, birthdays and anniversaries.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed April 29, 2023 via mobile

We were staying in Charlottesville for one night and visited this restaurant because of its reviews and location. We were not disappointed. Service was excellent, food was great and I had the 'Stubborn Boy' cocktail which was wonderful.

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed April 26, 2023 via mobile

I enjoyed how relaxing the mood was in the restaurant. I had the crab cakes, shrimp and grits. Both were excellent. Our waiter was very nice and took care of needs without interruption.

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed January 9, 2023

Hamiltons' is semi-casual fine dining with an original menu selection, good service, and great location. I recommend it for lunch or dinner.

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed December 17, 2022 via mobile

We had a fantastic dinner. Our reservation was for 7, but we arrived early and they accommodated us with no issue. The food was excellent - I had a pasta dish and my husband had a ribeye. The staff were friendly and helpful. Highly recommended!...We would most definitely visit again!More

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed November 14, 2022

We had an early dinner with a family group of ten and had a terrific meal. The service and food were both wonderful. The kitchen handled our food challenges with grace.

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed October 16, 2022 via mobile

We had a wonderful visit last week for some wonderful offerings. We had the corn chowder and all three of us loved the shrimp and grits for dinner. For dessert we enjoyed a delectable flourless chocolate cake.

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed October 5, 2022

We had a perfectly wonderful early dinner on the outdoor patio, with our dog. The pedestrian mall location was perfect, and we had a great spot outdoors. Our waitress was very friendly and offered suggestions. All of our choices were fantastic!

Date of visit: October 2022
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Yes we are accepting reservations for UVA's graduation weekend. Please call the restaurant and speak with the manager. (The best times to call are before 11:00 am and between 3:00 and 5:00 pm). Thank you. (434) 295-6659
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HAMILTONS' AT FIRST & MAIN, Charlottesville - Menu, Prices, Restaurant Reviews & Reservations - Tripadvisor

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Hamiltons' at First & Main is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travelers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4.5