Restaurants near James Madison Museum

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21 restaurants available nearby

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1. Forked on Main

4.8

Exceptional(164)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Orange

Booked 12 times today

Forked on Main is a casual contemporary eatery, located in the historic Sparks building on Main Street in Orange, VA. Walk in the door and you’re instantly faced with the hostess stand and a decision – a fork in the road. Take a right and you enter a light-filled dining room that can seat couples, families or even private parties. Take a left, and you’re ensconced in the lounge, perfect for a casual mid-day coffee, a happy hour drink with co-workers or a night out on Main Street with friends.

2. Spoon & Spindle

4.9

Exceptional(105)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Southern • Orange

Booked 14 times today

Spoon & Spindle is located in historic Orange, Virginia in a nearly 100 year old silk mill. Spearheaded by Chef Zachary Andrews, Spoon & Spindle serves seasonal menus for brunch, lunch, & dinner as well as ever-updating craft cocktails, local wines, and unique beers. Our current menu includes fan favorites like the Cochon de Bon, a French Creole inspired dish. Our current Chef's Specials also include Steak Frites, Étouffée, Crawfish Fried Rice, and much more. Our popular brunch menu includes favorites like the Hangover Hash, Ham Benedict, Breakfast Fried Rice, Chicken & Waffles, and much, much more. Our unique menu, intimate dining room, and uber friendly staff keep our regulars coming back to see what we have on special each day.

3. Palladio

4.8

Exceptional(559)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Gordonsville

Booked 5 times today

The elegant balance we value in wine, the quality of celebration inherent in its welcome, inspire palate harmonies that are Virginian in resources and Northern Italian in perspective, in country dining of vivacity and refinement. Here the estate of wine is inhabited at its most seamless and complete, sustained behind the scenes by the rarest collaboration of colleagues gifted in cuisine, viticulture, horticulture and service. Luxury on-site accommodations available at our 1804 Inn and Cottages. For additional information, please visit our website www.bbvwine.com.

A photo of The Restaurant at Meander restaurant

4. The Restaurant at Meander

4.6

Exceptional(130)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Culpeper

Booked 2 times today

Originally built in 1766, the Restaurant at Meander is part of the picturesque Inn---with 12 rooms, sitting upon 80 acres of land at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Open to the public, this historic Virginia inspired restaurant offers classic dining that is paired with wine and craft beer from the state of Virginia, Thursday - Saturday evenings from 6-9pm (last seating 8:45 pm).Enjoy a special Sunday Supper at 4pm or 6pm with a southern inspired menu ate a reduced price.

5. The Local

4.5

Awesome(2560)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Charlottesville

Booked 51 times today

Restaurant Week: January 27-February 2 (pre-fixe menu only - $35pp)UVA Graduation Weekend: May 17-19: Please see experience listed belowCome visit and experience The Local!We believe everyone should experience meals that feature delicately prepared fresh local ingredients in a great atmosphere. In our corner of the world, everyone's a Local. EAT, DRINK, & BE LOCAL.Note that when selecting outside, you will be in a covered area.

6. Ten

4.9

Exceptional(1110)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Charlottesville

Booked 23 times today

Ten is a modern Japanese tapas style restaurant, centrally located on Charlottesville's Downtown Mall. Since 2006, Ten has served a variety of both traditional and original cuisine. Chef Pei Jen Chang sources ingredients from the finest local, regional, and international sea and farm purveyors, and strives to offer fare that will appeal to the gamut of culinary palates. Our bar menu boasts an extensive wine list, an assortment of imported and local craft beers, as well as one of the largest collections of sake in Virginia. In addition, we offer a unique selection of libations, such as hand-crafted Asian inspired cocktails, assembled using inventive, authentic ingredients, or a 'Sake Flight', which allows for the subtle, intricate flavors of three selected varietals to be experienced. The meaning of the Japanese word 'Ten' is 'heaven' or 'celebration', and our highest goal is to create an elevated, adventurous, and intimate dining experie

7. Près Des Prés

4.8

Exceptional(16)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Gordonsville

Booked 2 times today

Join us in the dining room for a French inspired three course tasting menu experience for a base price of $71. Reservations required and as we are a very small restaurant we do have a 24 hour cancellation policy.The owner of Près Des Prés, Andrew Pearson, dreamed of opening a restaurant in Gordonsville because of his love for the town and its people. This is a family operated establishment so you will find Andrew’s wife Lauren and daughters serving guests some evenings. Our restaurant filled a hole in the town for a more high end and French dining experience. Chef Abigail Duck runs our one (wo)man kitchen. She aims our menu to feature seasonal, interesting, French inspired dishes. Prés is located in the heart of Virginia wine country, located very near Charlottesville, UVA, Orange, Keswick , and Woodberry Forest. Can’t get a reservation? Join us at Prés Bar for our extensive tinned fish menu, chef specials, summer courtyard and custom c

8. The Conservatory

4.2

Awesome(15)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Charlottesville

Booked 5 times today

Inspired by the comforts, legacy, and bounty of the region. Experience a new restaurant and bar concept, specializing in innovative cocktails and small shareable plates flavored by local cuisine. Guests are encouraged to unwind by the patio firepit, sip drinks at the bar, and socialize at leisure throughout the open concept space

A photo of 1799 at The Clifton restaurant

9. 1799 at The Clifton

4.6

Exceptional(775)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Charlottesville

Booked 9 times today

We are serving a wonderful ala carte menu with many delicious & unique options. We have an award winning wine list, and cocktail menu available as well - ask about our 'smoked' cocktails. Set in a charming and historic house on a ridge overlooking The Rivanna River in Charlottesville, Virginia, 1799 at The Clifton is committed to cooking beautiful, locally sourced food in a warm yet chic atmosphere. Michelin Starred Chef Matthew Bousquet and his team are dedicated to giving you the best of new Piedmont cooking in a special way. Come and explore the offerings of our Chef’s seasonal menus, featuring the bounty of our own organic vegetable and herb garden. We look forward to making your visit truly memorable! Please make any requests on seating preferences, using the reservation notes. We will do our absolute best to accommodate all request based on availability.

10. C&O

4.9

Exceptional(884)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Charlottesville

Booked 31 times today

Dinner is served in our mezzanine, bistro and upstairs dining rooms, Tuesday through Saturday. Reservations are for dinner only, please. Bar seats operate on a first come, first serve basis, and cannot be reserved.We cannot accommodate parties larger than 10. Due to the layout of our restaurant, we are unable to accommodate pets on our patio.

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irwin
Orlando / Central Florida East •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Wonderful experience with great food and attentive staff. Would definitely return. Be sure to explore the cocktail menu.
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Forked on MainPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Orange
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4.8
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Ruth
Washington, D.C. Area •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Lovely small restaurant. Food was delicious. I had the grilled chicken sandwich; my husband had the steak frites. Friends had the large salad and the garlic noodles bowl. Our server was extremely attentive. The noise level, particularly for those of us with hearing aids, can be high as the ceiling is high. We always enjoy meeting there for lunch.
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Spoon & SpindlePrice: Expensive• Southern• Orange
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4.9
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OpenTable Diner
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 15, 2025
Food was great, quaint older inn, could use an update soon to match the food...
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The Restaurant at MeanderPrice: Very Expensive• American• Culpeper
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4.6
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OpenTable Diner
Virginia •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 15, 2025
A great restaurant for when you want to slow down and enjoy a delicious meal, beautifully presented, with those you want to invest time with. Thank you for a beautiful experience!
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Près Des PrésPrice: Very Expensive• French• Gordonsville
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4.8
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Ann MarieVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •17 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 14, 2025
The food was delicious, not typical preparations- sooo much better. And accommodated my food allergies , without it being a challenge . The wines are excellent . And the service -- totally attentive without being intrusive , excellent level of all the staff. Definitely worth the drive for the experience !!
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PalladioPrice: Expensive• Italian• Gordonsville
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4.8

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