Charlottesville, where the past is exciting as the future.

Our town continues to reinvent itself over and over, with each iteration reflecting a new style and innovation. To update a classic is quintessential to Charlottesville.

Sloan Matchbox (2)

Founded in 1979 and named after UVA Football Great, David Sloan, this classic Charlottesville eatery served millions from 3 locations near Barracks Road and employed innumerable Hoos!

Blue Ridge Brewing Co. (1)

Founded in 1985 by William Faulkner's grandsons, Blue Ridge Brewery was Virginia's first brew pub. It blazed the path for many that followed, and was the genesis for Starr Hill Brewery.

The Virginian_1988 (1)

Next year The Virginian, located smack dab on The Corner at UVA, will turn 100 years old. It's the oldest active restaurant in the city. Check out this menu from 1988!

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