Hamiltons' At First & Main

Name: Hamiltons' At First & Main
Address: 101 West Main Street, Charlottesville, VA, United States, 22902
Telephone: (434) 295-6649
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

2360 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

Contemporary Fine Dining in Charlottesville, Virginia Located in the heart of Charlottesville’s Downtown district, Hamiltons’ is the perfect spot for a delicious afternoon lunch or a romantic evening dinner. A cheerful, cozy atmosphere and attentive service ensure our guests enjoy an outstanding dining experience, be they Charlottesville natives, out-of-town visitors, or University students and staff. We also feature outdoor patio seating seasonally, providing our guests the opportunity to dine amidst the bustle of the Downtown Mall.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 11:00–14:00 Lunch Wed–Sat 11:30–14:30 Dinner Tue–Sat 16:00–20:00
Phone number
(434) 295-6649
Website
http://www.hamiltonsrestaurant.com/home.html
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Hunter Harding

Location
101 West Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Area
Charlottesville
Cross Street
1st Street
Parking details
None
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

UVA Graduation 2025
US$125.00 per person
Prepaid
16 May 2025 - 18 May 2025
Come celebrate your graduate with Chef Hunter Harding's five course $125 per person prix fixe menu. The price is exclusive of tax, beverages and gratuity.

Popular dishes

Vegetarian Soup of the DayUS$6.00
ask your server or give us a phone call to find out the soup du jour
- CupUS$6.00
- BowlUS$9.00
Blue Crab and Corn ChowderUS$9.00
with bacon and chives
- CupUS$9.00
- BowlUS$12.00
Meadows Pride Farm Lamb MeatballsUS$13.00
in harissa sauce with crumbled feta
Crispy Fried OystersUS$14.00
with a sweet cabbage slaw and Tobasco aioli
P.E.I. MusselsUS$15.00
steamed mussels in a vermouth broth with baguette
Stuffed Shiitake MushroomsUS$13.00
with spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, local chèvre, Parmigiano Reggiano and chili oil

Salads

House Salad VinaigretteUS$7.00
with house ginger-soy dressing, cucumbers, and tomatoes
Mixed GreensUS$10.00
with cornmeal-crusted goat cheese, spiced Virginia pecans, sun-dried tomatoes and ancho chili vinaigrette
- HALFUS$10.00
- WHOLEUS$14.00
Fried CalamariUS$19.00
tossed in an herb dressing with marinated tomatoes and olives, pickled pepperoncinis, and arugula

Entrees

Shrimp and GritsUS$31.00
shrimp poached in chardonnay and lemon with Woodson's Mill creamy grits, smoked Roma tomato confit, and fresh arugula
Vegetarian "Blue Plate" SpecialUS$24.00
ask your server for today's special
Fish of the DayUS$31.00
Pan seared Rainbow Trout with Creole wild rice, saffron stewed Hakurei turnips, and an ancho aioli
- Market PriceUS$31.00
Pan-Roasted Jumbo Lump CrabcakesUS$36.00
over herbed basmati rice with sauteed spinach, and remoulade
Wild Mushroom and Herb RavioliUS$30.00
with Italian sausage bolognese and shaved parmesan
Polyface Farm Pan Roasted Chicken BreastUS$32.00
with oyster mushroom cream sauce, crispy kale and sweet cornbread
Grilled Local Dry-Aged Beef TenderloinUS$42.00
with New York sharp cheddar and red potato gratin, roasted broccolini, housemade steak sauce and crispy leeks
Grilled Bone-in Pork ChopUS$32.00
with bacon braised green cabbage, crispy parsnip ribbons, and local apple butter

Desserts

Gearharts Fine Chocolate Flourless Chocolate TorteUS$9.00
Kahlua Crème BruléeUS$8.00
Trio of Granitas in a Brandysnap CupUS$7.00
Almond CakeUS$9.00
with pomegranate syrup
Local Vanilla Ice CreamUS$6.00

What 2,360 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Virginia
Contemporary American
Charlottesville
Best Overall
Charlottesville
Best Food
Charlottesville
Best Service
Charlottesville
Best Ambience
Charlottesville
Best Value
Charlottesville
Healthy
Charlottesville
Neighbourhood gem
Charlottesville
Great for fine wines
Charlottesville
Great for outdoor dining
Charlottesville
Romantic
Charlottesville
Good for special occasions
Charlottesville
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Hamiltons' At First & Main offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "outstanding food and service." Known for its "fantastic crabcakes" and "flourless chocolate torte," the restaurant excels in creating a cozy atmosphere, perfect for special occasions. Patrons praise its "exceptionally attentive staff" and "superb espresso martinis." A "culinary mainstay" in Charlottesville!

2,360 Reviews

M
Mackenzie
Richmond
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was great and the service was amazing! Our server was wonderful, friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend the espresso martini, the corn chowder and the oysters Rockefeller. Would recommend for a special date night, anniversary or celebration
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Brian
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, extremely knowledgeable staff for special diets. Food was delicious.
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D
Dewey
Richmond
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place never fails to offer excellent food and wine with friendly and efficient service. It is one of the very best fine dining restaurants in Charlottesville. The changing menu always seems to feature a good range of classic dishes that are very well prepared.
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Glen
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We really enjoyed our food & drinks and our waiter was excellent! Very attentive! We will plan to return!
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J
James
VIP
Richmond
61 reviews
4.0
61 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Consistently good. Service wasn't up to usual standards, but there were only two servers in the restaurant, so they were busy. Service was perfunctory as a result.
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R
Rachael
Richmond
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Extremely disappointed by our first dining experience. So many issues; including service, food, etc.
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J
John
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were welcomed so warmly, even though we were late for our reservation. Great service, delicious food and the ambiance was comfortably upscale and cozy inside. If it weren’t winter, I’m sure sitting outside on the patio on the mall would be lovely. Thank you for a great evening!
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K
Kelly
Richmond
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Consistently great food. Best dinner in Charlottesville.
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W
William
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed Hamilton's tremendously. Paul, was amazing. His demeanor was engaging and warm. His cocktail recommendation was thoroughly enjoyed! The food prepared spectacular! I highly recommend the chicken breast, so delicious. We shall return and definitely request Paul's services!
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K
Kristen
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 5 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food (stuffed mushrooms and crab cakes) were perfection. Lovely waitstaff- attentive but the right amount, casual but respectful of our interest in chit chat 😀
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FAQs

Hamiltons' At First & Main offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (434) 295-6649.

Hamiltons' At First & Main is rated 4.8 stars by 2360 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Hamiltons' At First & Main

101 West Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
1st Street
Area
Charlottesville
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 11:00–14:00 Lunch Wed–Sat 11:30–14:30 Dinner Tue–Sat 16:00–20:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Hunter Harding
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.hamiltonsrestaurant.com/home.html
Phone number
(434) 295-6649

Hamiltons' At First & Main

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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UVA Graduation 2025

Fried Oyster Salad

Shrimp and Grits

Blue Crab and Corn Chowder

Soup, etc.

Vegetarian Soup of the DayUS$6.00

Blue Crab and Corn ChowderUS$9.00

Meadows Pride Farm Lamb MeatballsUS$13.00

Crispy Fried OystersUS$14.00

P.E.I. MusselsUS$15.00

Stuffed Shiitake MushroomsUS$13.00

Salads

House Salad VinaigretteUS$7.00

Mixed GreensUS$10.00

Fried CalamariUS$19.00

Entrees

Shrimp and GritsUS$31.00

Vegetarian "Blue Plate" SpecialUS$24.00

Fish of the DayUS$31.00

Pan-Roasted Jumbo Lump CrabcakesUS$36.00

Wild Mushroom and Herb RavioliUS$30.00

Polyface Farm Pan Roasted Chicken BreastUS$32.00

Grilled Local Dry-Aged Beef TenderloinUS$42.00

Grilled Bone-in Pork ChopUS$32.00

Desserts

Gearharts Fine Chocolate Flourless Chocolate TorteUS$9.00

Kahlua Crème BruléeUS$8.00

Trio of Granitas in a Brandysnap CupUS$7.00

Almond CakeUS$9.00

Local Vanilla Ice CreamUS$6.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Hamiltons' At First & Main offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Hamiltons' At First & Main restaurant rated?

Is Hamiltons' At First & Main currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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