Location: Crozet
Top Restaurants in Crozet
Top 10 restaurants in Crozet, United States
Crozet /ˌkroʊˈzeɪ/ is a census-designated place (CDP) in Albemarle County in the U.S. state of Virginia. It is situated along the I-64 corridor approximately 12 miles (19 km) west of Charlottesville and 21 miles (34 km) east of Staunton. Originally called "Wayland's Crossing," it was renamed in 1870 in honor of Colonel Claudius Crozet, the French-born civil engineer who directed the construction of the Blue Ridge Tunnel. The population was 5,565 at the 2010 census.
Things to do in Crozet
1. Fardowners Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 216 reviews
At Fardowners, we provide quality pub fare & a welcoming casual atmosphere. Chef Mark Cosgrove sources local ingredients in season & our rotating selection of craft beer emphasizes Virginia breweries. Fardowners is a great place to take the family for dinner (our kids' Mac & Cheese is definitely the best around), or to come out with friends & enjoy our actively curated draft selection & live music on weekends.Fardowners restaurant takes its name from a group of Irish immigrants who labored for the Blue Ridge Railway Co. and helped construct four tunnels through the Blue Ridge mountains during the decade before the Civil War. Claudius Crozet’s remarkable feat of engineering took eight years and linked the eastern part of Virginia to the west. Opened to rail traffic in April of 1858, the railway was instrumental in putting the village of Crozet on the map. The old C&O Railroad depot can still be seen from the restaurant windows, across The Square on the other side of the tracks.
Reviewed By Harry P - Virginia Beach, Virginia
Just how great this place is from the outside! They epitomize the word unpretentious! Walk in, sit down and have some of the best pub food you could ask for. Their secret weapon is the Mac-n-Cheese. It comes in a big bowl and will take care of your appetite for the day! Staff is incredibly nice and helpful! If you’re checking out the wineries in western Albermarle County, this is the perfect place for a fortifying meal!
2. Green House Coffee
Overall Ratings
4 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By ewhite0640 - Oak Park, Illinois
A great small place in Crozet, Va. for breakfast. I had the egg sandwich with ham and cheese. Really good. Coffee is good too. I went back for a french toast and and fruit side. Also good. OK, I went back for pie and lunch. The pecan pie was more crushed pecans than the normal filling. Very different. I like it.
3. Dairy Queen
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By wombat1223 - Charlottesville, Virginia
You know, it's the DQ. Everyone loves a little DQ. A chocolate dip, a blizzard. The staff is friendly, you get a twist. It's a good time.
4. Mudhouse Coffeehouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By Wahoo71 - Crozet, Virginia
The Crozet location of the Charlottesville area Mudhouse chain is an excellent choice not only for coffee drinks but also smoothies, fruit juices, kombucha, and a variety of foods appropriate for breakfast, lunch, or snacks. The baristas are top class, the quality of everything is great, and the atmosphere is very pleasant for hanging out, chatting, etc. -- it is the crossroads for all segments of western Albemarle society.
5. Smoked Kitchen
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 68 reviews
Reviewed By Steven R - Portsmouth, Ohio, United States
Nice addition to downtown Crozet...The salads, sandwiches and sides offer a nice variety. Smoked platters (chicken, ribs, brisket, turkey) are in the $13-$15 range, and come with two sides; on our visit, we both had the brisket (incredibly tender); our sides included roasted cauliflower, creamed corn with jalapeños (not overpowering), and baked beans. An array of local craft beers is also available. All in all, delicious, and worth a return trip.
Service was prompt and attentive. If I have one gripe, it's the metal chairs (which I have seen in a number of newer, contemporary restaurants) -- they were clearly made for folks under 200 pounds, so they didn't hit me quite right in the hips and were a bit uncomfortable. Other than that, an excellent experience.
Highly recommended.
6. Crozet Pizza
Overall Ratings
4 based on 194 reviews
Reviewed By calmdude - Virginia
The service and atmosphere is great. Good dark beer selection. The pizza has always been exceptional. We go out of our way to hop off I-81 to drive by Crozet sometimes just for the pizza.
But tonight we ordered a large pizza with 4 toppings plus one beer. On the bill was a $3.00 charge just for having a table I guess. The total with 20% gratuity was $39! For a large pizza and a beer.
The pizza is fantastic, but not THAT exceptional! So we will probably think twice about going out of our way next time!
7. Grit Coffee Bar and Cafe
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By Tom H - Charlottesville, Virginia
$7 for highly caffenated coffee and tea got us no connection to the supposedly free wifi. Their Comcast provider excludes Android tablets and Microsoft laptops and the teens that work there could care less.
The outside Daily Progress was Saturdays edition on Sunday morning after 9 am.
Want Rhino virus? Good place.
Won't do this place again.
8. Restoration
Overall Ratings
4 based on 62 reviews
Reviewed By Jesse_Blatt - Nellysford, Virginia
The Restoration mentioned in most of these reviews was when it was under the previous management. The new management took over around mid-March, 2017, and changed the menu as well as the atmosphere. It still has the lovely brick patio and marvelous view of the mountains, but the French fries are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. I had the burger--1/2 pound juciy and tasty. My wife had the Causa (check out the menu -- very interesting flavors and raw ahi tuna on top) and the bulgogi sandwich. The beef had the right spices but was thicker than traditional bulgogi and just a little on the chewy side. The rosé was tart and satisfying. Service was friendly and prices reasonable. We'll be back.
9. Greenwood Gourmet Grocery
Overall Ratings
4 based on 96 reviews
Reviewed By M H - Northern Virginia, Virginia
What a fun find! Greenwood Gourmet reminds me of why Virginia's countryside is worth a trip from anywhere. A friend celebrated her birthday on the outside porch here, and it was fun to drink coffee and eat sandwiches on a crisp autumn day among pumpkins, orange and green leaves, and pottery pieces.
My take-aways from my experience:
The best- Wonderful gourmet sandwiches at a fraction of the price of chain restaurants- my grilled cheese sandwich and chips was under $7.
Amazing gourmet food items such as Maldon's sea salt, La Tourangelle grapeseed oil, locally produced beef, and handmade caramels.
Interesting high quality kitchen tools and hostess gifts
Incredible fine wine selections from nearby wineries as well as far away destinations.
The worst- No indoor restrooms are available. If nature calls, there's one outhouse (aka Don's John) beyond the parking lot.
This shop would improve their "gourmet" status by including a restroom, especially since customers are buying meals here. But it is still a fun place.
10. Sal's Pizza
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By 64Jag - Earlysville, Virginia
As a Pennsylvania transplant, I know a sub is all about the roll. Sal's rolls are hands down the best in this area. They can easily handle a Philly cheesesteak or loaded with meatballs. This is a family owned and family friendly place. All of the staff seem to be from one family. There are no strangers here - just friendly folks aiming to please. Portions are large and tasty. Staff was always there to ask if you needed anything. Recommend.
