Cafe Frank

4.8 (541)

$31 to $50

Contemporary French / American

317 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902-5233

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Cafe Frank

4.8

$31 to $50

Contemporary French / American

Charlottesville

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 9, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

Café Frank is a vibrant, intimate Franco-Italian restaurant and cocktail bar on Charlottesville's Historic Downtown Pedestrian Mall. We can't wait to serve you!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary French / American, Contemporary Italian, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Happy Hour Mon, Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(434) 825-9496
Website
https://www.cafefrankcville.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Café Frank offers a limited number of offsite dinners and private events. Family-style, plated, or cocktail-style formats available. Best suited for 20–100 guests. Minimums apply. Inquire directly to check availability.
Private party facilities
Private dining at Café Frank, from our upstairs Study for up to 25 guests to main dining room buyouts for up to 40 guests. Designed for business dinners, celebrations, and rehearsal events with smooth service and straightforward planning.
Private party contact
Kate Corey: (434) 825-9496

Location
317 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902-5233
Neighborhood
Charlottesville
Cross street
4th Street NE
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Bus Stop 11015 on E Water St at 3rd St SE
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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All Experiences

UVA Graduation 2027
$47.50 per person
Prepaid
1 - 10 people
May 21, 2027 - May 23, 2027
Celebrate UVA Graduation 2027 with an unforgettable dining experience at Café Frank. Enjoy a $95 per person prix fixe menu, specially curated to make your celebration memorable. A 50% deposit is required to secure your reservation, which will be applied to your bill. Cancellations made at least 7 days in advance are eligible for a full refund. A 20% gratuity will be added to all parties, and reservations are limited to 2 hours to ensure we can accommodate everyone on this special weekend. Book early to secure your spot!
UVA Graduation 2027 - Upstairs
$47.50 per person
Prepaid
1 - 10 people
May 21, 2027 - May 23, 2027
(This reservation is for our second-floor dining room, The Study. There is no elevator, so all attendees will need to ascend a flight of stairs to access the space.) Celebrate UVA Graduation 2027 with an unforgettable dining experience at Café Frank. Enjoy a $95 per person prix fixe menu, specially curated to make your celebration memorable. A 50% deposit is required to secure your reservation, which will be applied to your bill. Cancellations made at least 7 days in advance are eligible for a full refund. A 20% gratuity will be added to all parties, and reservations are limited to 2 hours to ensure we can accommodate everyone on this special weekend. Book early to secure your spot!

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Cafe Frank.

4.8

(541)

4.6Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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Charlottesville
Best Overall
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Best Service
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Best Ambiance
Charlottesville
Healthy
Charlottesville
Hot spot
Charlottesville
Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cafe Frank dazzles with its "impeccable service" and "outstanding chef's creations," making it a favorite for celebrations. Guests are captivated by the "cozy and inviting atmosphere," and dishes like the "crispy mushroom appetizer" and "best French onion soup in town." It's a "special occasion dining" gem in Charlottesville.

541 Reviews

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Jonathan Gold
Western NC44 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed our experience at Café Frank. It exceeded our expectations. It had the vibe of eating at a great local establishment. The food was quite good, especially for the region. It's not over the top nor a culinary experience. But we didn't look at it that way. Service was, however, impeccable. The team there was friendly, engaging, and attentive. This is definitely a place we'd go back to when visiting. In closing, I'd say it is the combination of good food with great service that made this place memorable.
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Henry
Richmond2 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 1, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As far as we’re concerned, café Frank is New York City: owner’s personal engagement, wait staff’s eager personal presence, menu’s variety and sophistication.
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Vivian
Richmond1 review
5.0
Dined on October 26, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We recently celebrated our anniversary at Cafe Frank, Thank you for such an exceptional experience. From the first sip of your crafted cocktails, we were completely won over. The chef's creations were outstanding. The mushroom dish was genius—crispy and full of flavour without any excess moisture. For the mains, the seared scallops paired with the crispy potatoes were a clever twist on fish and chips that far exceeded our expectations. The chef truly deserves 5* + Special thanks to Dylan for his exceptional service. When the wine I originally ordered was unavailable, he recommended a replacement that paired even better with our meal. We also loved the intimate seating layout. Being able to chat with neighboring tables and share recommendations made the night so memorable. For us, dining out is all about community and shared experiences, and we left feeling like we were part of the family. Thank you again for a wonderful evening. We look forward to returning soon.
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Erin Gold
Baltimore46 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 25, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were fantastic! Will definitely return.
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Anjali
Berlin5 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 24, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I never miss a chance to come here when in town. My favorite!
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Paula
Richmond1 review
5.0
Dined on October 24, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was an exceptional evening with amazing service food and fun! We will be returning on the regular!
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Shawn Gold
Washington DC5 reviews
3.0
Dined on October 24, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Convenient location. Friendly staff. Menu was limited and food preparation was average. Portion size was very small.
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Carrie
Richmond1 review
5.0
Dined on October 24, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the mushroom tagliatelle and duck confit. Delicious!
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Barbara
Raleigh13 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 23, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an early dinner reservation, hoping to avoid the usual din of later dining. After offering a table close to the front of the restaurant, the host seated us near the back in what was likely the ‘quiet spot’. We were ready to order food & wine & our waitress took both orders. The wine was delivered immediately and while we were waiting for our food to enjoy the combination of food & wine, the waitress inquired if we’d like fresh glasses when the food was served. A nice touch. As we enjoyed our meal, the restaurant filled as expected. We were able to hear each other throughout the meal! Always a pleasure.
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Christine
Richmond1 review
5.0
Dined on October 18, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Definitely a special occasion dining experience from a $ standpoint. We had a great time and a great meal but can’t put this on the casual dinner out list. Wait staff was awesome and the charming table by the window was perfect. Best French onion soup in town, hands down!
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