Orzo Kitchen & Wine Bar

4.6 (1225)

$30 and under

Italian

416 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903

About this restaurant

Romantic
Innovative
Good for special occasions

Recently Voted "Best Mediterranean Restaurant of C-Ville," Orzo Kitchen & Wine Bar is committed to fostering relationships with local farmers in Central Virginia who grow and raise the ingredients that are sure to nourish and delight you. As our guest, you will not only be treated to the bounty and tradition of sustainable agriculture in this region, you will participate in ensuring its future.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of Operation
Lunch: Monday - Saturday: 11:30am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Sunday - Wednesday: 5:30pm - 9:00pm, Thursday: 5:30pm - 9:30pm, Friday & Saturday: 5:30pm - 10:00pm
Website
http://www.orzokitchen.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Adam Spaar & Pete Evans
Catering
Orzo offers full service off-premise catering for weddings, as well as all social, corporate and political functions. Whatever you can envision, we can create. Please call and ask to speak with Ken about your next event.
Private party facilities
At Orzo we have (2) private party spaces available to you... The Loft overlooks the main dining room and kitchen is a great spot for business dinners and smaller private parties for up to 25 people. The Loft features fully integrated digital projector and drop down 8' screen for professional presentations and slideshows. The Galleria is set in the center of the Main Street Market with a European inspired market as the backdrop and accommodates up to 60 people. The Galleria is perfect for rehearsal dinners, cocktail parties, University functions and recruiting events.

Location
416 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903
Area
Charlottesville
Parking Details
With over 70 parking spaces devoted to the Main Street Market, we have all the free parking you'll need.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Pint of Mushroom SoupUSD 12.00
a mix of local mushrooms, cream, red wine, Sherry, fresh chives
Spring Vegetable SaladUSD 12.00
mixed lettuces, roasted beets, black lentils, haricots verts, walnuts, tarragon-mustard vinaigrette
Duck ConfitUSD 27.00
crispy leg of duck slow cooked in fat, grilled pork & garlic saucisson, beer mustard, Pommes à la Sarladaise
Tarte au CitronUSD 8.00
lemon tart with strawberries & whipped cream
Pâté de CampagneUSD 13.00
country pork terrine, cornichons, spiced grapes, dijon mustard, toasted baguette
Trout AmandineUSD 30.00
haricots verts, fingerling potatoes, tomato confit, toasted almonds, lemon brown butter

Appetizers & Salads

Caesar SaladUSD 11.00
romaine hearts, garlic croutons, Parmigiano Reggiano
- Add ChickenUSD 15.00
Seared Greek Halloumi CheeseUSD 13.00
tomatoes, lemon, Ouzo, grilled bread
Prosciutto BruschettaUSD 13.00
18 month Prosciutto di Parma, fresh mozzarella, basil oil, Parmigiano
Pint of Orzo's HummusUSD 7.00
chickpeas, tahini, lemon, olive oil & garlic
Lebanese MuhammaraUSD 10.00
roasted red pepper & walnut dip, za'atar grilled flatbread
Za'atar Grilled FlatbreadUSD 5.00
Mediterranean spiced, two per order
Full BaguetteUSD 6.00
fresh baked from Albemarle Baking Co.

Pastas & Entrees

Peasant Beef & Pork BologneseUSD 24.00
rigatoni pasta, Angus Beef & Duroc pork, pomodoro, chili flakes, cream, Parmigiano
Spaghetti PomodoroUSD 19.00
tomato, fresh basil, garlic, olive oil, Parmigiano Reggiano
Alpine OrecchietteUSD 24.00
"little ears" pasta, fontina cheese, Speck ham, spinach, breadcrumbs
Red Wine Braised LambUSD 28.00
boneless shank, tomatoes, dried porcini, roasted local mushrooms, red grapes, served over barley risotto
Grilled Prime Sirloin SteakUSD 30.00
Levantine spice rub, grilled sweet potatoes & onions, zhoug, a Middle Eastern cilantro sauce
Risotto PrimaveraUSD 24.00
roasted local mushrooms, fava beans, porcini butter, Parmigiano Reggiano

Sides

Haricots VertsUSD 10.00
French greens beans with garlic
Grilled Sweet PotatoesUSD 8.00
grilled onions & za'atar spice
Pommes à la SarladaiseUSD 8.00
duck fat potatoes with garlic

Dessert

Classic TiramisuUSD 8.00
espresso soaked lady fingers, Kahlua mascarpone cream

Passport Wines: Paris

The winemakers of Stiftskellerei Neustift operate out of an Augustinian Monastery, Abbazia di Novacella, founded in 1142. Nestled on the slopes of the Alto Adige in northeastern Italy, it is among the oldest active wineries in the world

2017 Gamay, Le Coeur de la Reine, TouraineUSD 25.00
Bright berry aromas dominate in this light bodied red. Ripe strawberry and raspberry notes are accented by a delicate spice
2019 Sauvignon Blanc, Le Coeur de la Reine, TouraineUSD 25.00
Citrus aromas with a note of blackcurrant. Supple and elegant body with a freshness and generous length on the palate

White Wine

Bubbles

N.V. Virginia Fizz, Thibaut-Janisson, VAUSD 28.00
N.V. Prosecco, Cà del Doge, Veneto, ItalyUSD 22.00
N.V. Cava, Emendis, SpainUSD 22.00

Italy

2018 Gavi, Cortese, "La Luciana," AraldicaUSD 20.00
2018 Pinot Grigio, Riff, Alto AdigeUSD 20.00
2019 Rosé, Tasca, Regaleali, SicilyUSD 24.00
2018 Viognier, Casale del Giglio, LazioUSD 26.00
2018 Greco di Tufo, Terradora di Paolo, CampaniaUSD 28.00
2019 Kerner, Abbazia di Novacella, Alto AdigeUSD 30.00

Spain

2018 Albariño, Morgadío, Rias BaixasUSD 28.00
2018 White Blend, Can Feixes Blanc Selecció, Organic, Penedès D.O.USD 24.00

France

2018 Chardonnay, Joseph Drouhin, BurgundyUSD 24.00
2018 Sauvignon Blanc, Langlois, Loire ValleyUSD 24.00
2018 Chardonnay, Joean-Paul Brun, BeaujolaisUSD 28.00

Greece

2018 Assyrtiko Blend, Papargyriou Blanc, "Wild Ferment," KorinthiaUSD 24.00

New World

2018 King Family Vineyards, Chardonnay, Afton, VAUSD 28.00

Red Wine

Italy

2018 Cesanese del Piglio, Volpetti, LazioUSD 20.00
2017 Cannonau, Sella & Mosca, Riserva, SardiniaUSD 24.00
2007 Aglianico, Pietra della Volpe, CampaniaUSD 35.00
2014 Chianti Classico Riserva, Sangiovese, ArbosUSD 26.00
2015 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Valle RealeUSD 30.00
2018 Cabernet Blend, "Evaluna," Sansonina, LombardyUSD 35.00
2017 Nebbiolo, Vietti, "Perbacco," PiedmontUSD 38.00
2017 Syrah-Sangiovese, Pian di Nova, TuscanyUSD 40.00
2015 Barbaresco, Lodali, PiedmontUSD 45.00
2016 Barbera, "Nizza," Garesio, PiedmontUSD 50.00
2015 Brunello di Montalcino, Verbena, TuscanyUSD 75.00

Spain

2017 Garnacha, Botani Tinto, Jorge Ordóñez, MálagaUSD 30.00
2014 Rioja, "Reserva," Tempranillo, Eguren UgarteUSD 26.00

France

2018 Cabernet Franc, Domaine de la Colline, ChinonUSD 24.00

New World

2017 Malbec, "Hermanos," Valles Calchaquies, ArgentinaUSD 24.00
2016 Pinot Noir, Coeur de Terre, Willamette, ORUSD 28.00

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Orzo Kitchen & Wine Bar.

4.6

(1225)

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
3.1Value

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1,225 Reviews

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TimO Gold
Virginia27 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 March 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful, as always.
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OpenTable Diner
San Antonio10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 March 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our group enjoyed our food. Our server was terrific; he even had a sense of humor! We’ll be back!
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MohammedS
Virginia11 reviews
4.0
Dined on 11 March 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
A good dining place and the ambience is inviting. The service is good.
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Ashley
Baltimore / Maryland24 reviews
3.0
Dined on 7 March 2020
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Food was good but service was awful...the table next to us was seated AFTER us and the staff kept walking by seeing we were clearly there looking at them with menus but didn't bother to ask if we'd been helped yet and proceeded to wait on the table next to us! Furthermore, when our server finally did come she just seemed like she didn't want to be there and was rude and barely said anything and when we said we were finished and didn't want dessert she gave us our check and we paid and she returned it and didnt even make eye contact or say a word and left and walked away...no thank you, no have a good night, nothing. Completely rude. Shame because food was good but will never return after that experience...get some new wait staff who don't have a stick up their you know what and maybe we'll see...
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OpenTable Diner
Virginia8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 March 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our party of four orderered 3 different things from the menu. Two had the steak, one the cod and the other the salmon. All were outstanding and perfectly prepared.
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Erik
Virginia20 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 March 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have loved Orzo before, not just for the food and wine but for the fact that one can dine there and carry on a conversation without shouting. The wines by the glass were mostly $12, which seems a little high for Charlottesville, but otherwise we were well pleased again with our experience.
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LovesGoodFood
Washington, D.C. Area66 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lunch options had great variation. My guests loved the cod sandwich and the fries that accompanied it--cod was perfectly cooked--done but not dry; fries were crisp but not too done. The chickpea soup was outstanding --great spices! Salad greens were fresh and crisp with a light but flavorful dressing.
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Bill
Virginia2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 February 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Rather unique Mediterranean menu and open venue. Very tasty and great service. I will go back
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StBernardLover
Virginia7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 February 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, Orzo did not disappoint! Food was excellent, and the pre-dinner cocktails are sooooo delicious!! The service is friendly but always professional. It’s definitely our go-to restaurant!! We love that the owners don’t take our business for granted...they earn it every visit. Keep up the great work!
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Wispel
Virginia6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, wine and staff. Also committed to the community. Doesn't get any better than this.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of Operation
Lunch: Monday - Saturday: 11:30am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Sunday - Wednesday: 5:30pm - 9:00pm, Thursday: 5:30pm - 9:30pm, Friday & Saturday: 5:30pm - 10:00pm
Website
http://www.orzokitchen.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Adam Spaar & Pete Evans
Catering
Orzo offers full service off-premise catering for weddings, as well as all social, corporate and political functions. Whatever you can envision, we can create. Please call and ask to speak with Ken about your next event.
Private party facilities
At Orzo we have (2) private party spaces available to you... The Loft overlooks the main dining room and kitchen is a great spot for business dinners and smaller private parties for up to 25 people. The Loft features fully integrated digital projector and drop down 8' screen for professional presentations and slideshows. The Galleria is set in the center of the Main Street Market with a European inspired market as the backdrop and accommodates up to 60 people. The Galleria is perfect for rehearsal dinners, cocktail parties, University functions and recruiting events.

Location
416 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903
Area
Charlottesville
Parking Details
With over 70 parking spaces devoted to the Main Street Market, we have all the free parking you'll need.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Orzo Kitchen & Wine Bar

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Passport Menu

Springtime in Paris

Pint of Mushroom SoupUSD 12.00

Spring Vegetable SaladUSD 12.00

Duck ConfitUSD 27.00

Tarte au CitronUSD 8.00

Pâté de CampagneUSD 13.00

Trout AmandineUSD 30.00

Appetizers & Salads

Caesar SaladUSD 11.00

Seared Greek Halloumi CheeseUSD 13.00

Prosciutto BruschettaUSD 13.00

Pint of Orzo's HummusUSD 7.00

Lebanese MuhammaraUSD 10.00

Za'atar Grilled FlatbreadUSD 5.00

Full BaguetteUSD 6.00

Pastas & Entrees

Peasant Beef & Pork BologneseUSD 24.00

Spaghetti PomodoroUSD 19.00

Alpine OrecchietteUSD 24.00

Red Wine Braised LambUSD 28.00

Grilled Prime Sirloin SteakUSD 30.00

Risotto PrimaveraUSD 24.00

Sides

Haricots VertsUSD 10.00

Grilled Sweet PotatoesUSD 8.00

Pommes à la SarladaiseUSD 8.00

Dessert

Classic TiramisuUSD 8.00

Passport Wines: Paris

2017 Gamay, Le Coeur de la Reine, TouraineUSD 25.00

2019 Sauvignon Blanc, Le Coeur de la Reine, TouraineUSD 25.00

White Wine

Bubbles

N.V. Virginia Fizz, Thibaut-Janisson, VAUSD 28.00

N.V. Prosecco, Cà del Doge, Veneto, ItalyUSD 22.00

N.V. Cava, Emendis, SpainUSD 22.00

Italy

2018 Gavi, Cortese, "La Luciana," AraldicaUSD 20.00

2018 Pinot Grigio, Riff, Alto AdigeUSD 20.00

2019 Rosé, Tasca, Regaleali, SicilyUSD 24.00

2018 Viognier, Casale del Giglio, LazioUSD 26.00

2018 Greco di Tufo, Terradora di Paolo, CampaniaUSD 28.00

2019 Kerner, Abbazia di Novacella, Alto AdigeUSD 30.00

Spain

2018 Albariño, Morgadío, Rias BaixasUSD 28.00

2018 White Blend, Can Feixes Blanc Selecció, Organic, Penedès D.O.USD 24.00

France

2018 Chardonnay, Joseph Drouhin, BurgundyUSD 24.00

2018 Sauvignon Blanc, Langlois, Loire ValleyUSD 24.00

2018 Chardonnay, Joean-Paul Brun, BeaujolaisUSD 28.00

Greece

2018 Assyrtiko Blend, Papargyriou Blanc, "Wild Ferment," KorinthiaUSD 24.00

New World

2018 King Family Vineyards, Chardonnay, Afton, VAUSD 28.00

Red Wine

Italy

2018 Cesanese del Piglio, Volpetti, LazioUSD 20.00

2017 Cannonau, Sella & Mosca, Riserva, SardiniaUSD 24.00

2007 Aglianico, Pietra della Volpe, CampaniaUSD 35.00

2014 Chianti Classico Riserva, Sangiovese, ArbosUSD 26.00

2015 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Valle RealeUSD 30.00

2018 Cabernet Blend, "Evaluna," Sansonina, LombardyUSD 35.00

2017 Nebbiolo, Vietti, "Perbacco," PiedmontUSD 38.00

2017 Syrah-Sangiovese, Pian di Nova, TuscanyUSD 40.00

2015 Barbaresco, Lodali, PiedmontUSD 45.00

2016 Barbera, "Nizza," Garesio, PiedmontUSD 50.00

2015 Brunello di Montalcino, Verbena, TuscanyUSD 75.00

Spain

2017 Garnacha, Botani Tinto, Jorge Ordóñez, MálagaUSD 30.00

2014 Rioja, "Reserva," Tempranillo, Eguren UgarteUSD 26.00

France

2018 Cabernet Franc, Domaine de la Colline, ChinonUSD 24.00

New World

2017 Malbec, "Hermanos," Valles Calchaquies, ArgentinaUSD 24.00