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Rapture, Charlottesville, VA

Rapture

4.6
4.6
221 Reviews
$30 and under
Regional American (Southern)

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2 people
22:30
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
Rapture features playful, farm-to-table Southern cuisine in a swank-but-cozy atmosphere. We have outdoor dining, billiards tables, and live music several nights a week.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Regional American (Southern), Contemporary American, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:30 Dinner Daily 16:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (434) 293-9526
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chuck Shifflett
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate parties of 15-45 in our banquet room (with a dedicated bar). We can offer a limited or prix-fixe menu, or guests can order off of our regular menu.
  • Area
    Charlottesville
  • Cross Street
    3rd St NE
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Entertainment
    Live music most Wednesdays.DJs and live bands on the weekends.Dance club on the weekends. Salsa on Sunday nights.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 221 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Charlottesville

    Best Ambience

  • Charlottesville

    Good for groups

  • Charlottesville

    Healthy

  • Charlottesville

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Charlottesville

    Great for outdoor dining

221 Reviews
  1. Michelle

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Perfect for pre-show dinner (right next door to Paramount).

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  2. James

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had fun playing Billiards with kids and grandkids

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  3. Barbara

    Richmond

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the food and sitting outside with all the people milling about and musicians playing makes for a wonderful time!

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  4. Jan

    Western NC

    24 reviews

    3.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Unfortunately we hit it on a bad night for the crew, kitchen out of most dishes which we ordered and part came after 45 min, along with ‘we’re out of what you ordered’ Servers were rushed and frazzled, food was mediocre and it wasn’t a great experience, we felt so sorry for the staff as obviously something had happened to put them in this state of mind. We were visiting for the weekend so won’t be back to try Rapture again. Hope they get it worked out.

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  5. Charles

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All the food was great and staff was very pleasant!

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  6. Nancy

    Greensboro

    34 reviews

    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on 4 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about Rapture was terrific. The service was prompt, food was delicious and the atmosphere outside was perfect. The only disappointment was the type of fish in the Fish and Chips - tilapia. Yuck. My husband changed his order once our server revealed the fish. But he loved the hamburger he ordered instead.

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  7. Thomas

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 21 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food. Great service! Would definitely go again.

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  8. Gabrielle

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 16 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant was a pleasant surprise. We picked it for its gluten free options and proximity to a wedding welcome party we were attending after dinner, but it ended up being such a great dining experience! We ate outside for a great ambience and people-watching on the downtown Charlottesville pedestrian mall. The staff was very accommodating to our one year old, who loved his fish and chips kid meal. We also had the gumbo and the tofu banh mi sandwich—both so good! And maybe it’s just cause we hail from Colorado, but the iced tea was amazing. Highly recommend.

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  9. Joyce

    Richmond

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 11 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a treasure! We had never been to Rapture, and took friends with us, and all four loved the food and service. We were greeted by the owner, Janet, who could not have been more accommodating, friendly, and efficient. We sat outside and the weather was lovely that day. More importantly, our food was delicious. I’ve often had omelets that are rubbery and tasteless, but Rapture’s are the best—well-seasoned, light and fluffy, and hot (right out of the skillet!). The roasted potatoes were perfect; again unlike some brunch spots, these potatoes were not “stretched” with an over abundance of onions and green peppers. Finally, the bacon was crispy and full of flavor. Great brunch spot!!

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  10. WhitfieldObserver

    VIP

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 21 May 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious, and marvelous outdoor dining on a Pleasant evening.

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FAQs

Rapture offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (434) 293-9526.

Rapture is rated 4.6 stars by 221 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
22:30

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Rapture

303 e main st, Charlottesville, VA 22902

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    3rd St NE
  • Area
    Charlottesville
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:30 Dinner Daily 16:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Regional American (Southern), Contemporary American, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chuck Shifflett
  • Entertainment
    Live music most Wednesdays.DJs and live bands on the weekends.Dance club on the weekends. Salsa on Sunday nights.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (434) 293-9526
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate parties of 15-45 in our banquet room (with a dedicated bar). We can offer a limited or prix-fixe menu, or guests can order off of our regular menu.
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