Helpful info for those visiting Charlottesville

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<p>Jan 2011 AAA World has an article on Charlottesville. Helpful info for those visiting or like to know more.</p>

<p><a href="https://midatlantic.aaa.com/7f68ef0d-28c8-490e-969e-d3d91dea4d91%5B/url%5D"&gt;https://midatlantic.aaa.com/7f68ef0d-28c8-490e-969e-d3d91dea4d91&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p>

<p>Search under "Search the Archives by Year, Edition" for the 2011 Edition for "Sweet Charlottesville"</p>

<p>Here are pieces of it:</p>

<p>We reveal nine compelling reasons to visit Charlottesville, Virginia—as if Jefferson’s Monticello alone weren’t reason enough.</p>

<p>Tucked at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains about 100 miles southwest of Washington, D.C., and 70 miles northwest of Richmond, Virginia, Charlottesville is a place of magnificent depth that marries small-town manageability with big-city intrigue...</p>

<ol>
<li><p>It’s historical. There’s no mistaking that Charlottesville is proud of Monticello, the only historic house in the U.S. to make it to the United Nations’ World Heritage List...</p></li>
<li><p>It’s educational. Another masterwork of Thomas Jefferson’s, the University of Virginia (UVA), founded in 1819, gives the town its perpetual source of youthful energy.</p></li>
</ol>

<p>Today, the university is a thriving mecca of everything Jefferson held dear, with schools of architecture, arts and sciences, business, law, medicine, engineering and more—all helping UVA earn what author Richard Moll refers to as “Public Ivy” status...</p>

<ol>
<li>It’s delicious. While Charlottesville dutifully hosts its share of chain restaurants and fast-food outlets, the city’s array of boutique eateries earns it street cred with foodies...</li>
<li>It’s spacious...<br></li>
<li>It’s convenient... </li>
<li>It’s comfortable... </li>
<li>It’s entertaining.. </li>
<li>It’s audacious... </li>
<li>It’s natural...</li>
</ol>

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<p>It’s funny that they pointed out the "V"s in the road – when my grandpa came down to visit, they freaked him out.</p>

<p>(There are large orange Vs painted in some of the roads around the University – a lot of people seem to assume that they’re driving direction indicators, and think they’re driving in the wrong direction)</p>

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<p>There are parts of the country where the public roads around high schools will have painted logos on them. I’ve seen many paw prints on asphalt in my years of traveling around the country. :)</p>

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<p>Yeah, I used to live there, and it disappoints me that I forget what it looks like exactly. But I have a feeling it’s the UVA “V” with the Cavalier swords underneath it. Am I correct? Idk how people get that mixed up with directions actually… You’d figure people that live or drive near there know what the V stands for. Guess not :(</p>

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<p>Yep, it’s the logo. I would question whether anyone would really be confused about these. The same logo is one the street signs as you drive into town. :)</p>

<p>Here’s a picture: [UVA</a> | Flickr - Photo Sharing!](<a href=“http://www.■■■■■■■■■■/photos/readilyred/537424274/]UVA”>UVA | They paint their logo on the street! I don't know if a… | Flickr)
And another: <a href=“http://www.■■■■■■■■■■/photos/glazaro/3097135108/[/url]”>http://www.■■■■■■■■■■/photos/glazaro/3097135108/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

<p>The signs overhead as you approach the city:
<a href=“http://www.gribblenation.com/vapics/gallery/us29-250-i64-uva-manning.jpg[/url]”>http://www.gribblenation.com/vapics/gallery/us29-250-i64-uva-manning.jpg&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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<p>Does anyone know if there is a Chipotle near UVA? That place is unreal.</p>

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<p>Yes, there is one at Barracks Road. The only think I know about it is that the chicken all comes from [Polyface</a> Farms](<a href=“http://www.polyfacefarms.com/]Polyface”>http://www.polyfacefarms.com/), a local farm that was in [The</a> Omnivore’s Dilemma](<a href=“http://www.amazon.com/Omnivores-Dilemma-Natural-History-ebook/dp/B000SEIDR0/ref=dp_kinw_strp_1?ie=UTF8&m=AG56TWVU5XWC2]The”>http://www.amazon.com/Omnivores-Dilemma-Natural-History-ebook/dp/B000SEIDR0/ref=dp_kinw_strp_1?ie=UTF8&m=AG56TWVU5XWC2).</p>

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<p>Have you ever been there Dean J? If not, you’re missing out BIG TIME! Surprisingly, the food is so fresh and tastes so so good. The burritos are MASSIVE. Honestly, they are about the size of a new born baby.</p>

<p>[Chipotle:</a> Menu](<a href=“Mexican Food - Restaurant & Catering - Chipotle Mexican Grill”>Mexican Food - Restaurant & Catering - Chipotle Mexican Grill) - Picture</p>

<p>The best possible burrito:
1/2 Chicken, 1/2 Steak, Extra cilantro-lime rice, black beans, peppers and onions, mild and medium salsa, letuce, guacamole. I could honestly eat this burrito for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.</p>

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<p>In Charlottesville, there really is no reason to go to a fast food restaurant.</p>

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<p>That is a good point, but it really isn’t a fast food joint. Well technically it is. But it is nothing like a Burger King or a restaurant of that sort. The burritos are better than any I’ve had at real Mexican Restaurants.</p>

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<p>Chipotle is legally owned by McDonalds, but I hate considering it fast food. It’s not like Taco Bell kind of fast-food. They have the stuff right in front of you, and place it into the tortillas and stuff.</p>

<p>But yes, Chipotle is the food of Gods, and that is an understatement. There are also UVA buses that stop near Chipotle. It’s at most a 5 minute walk after getting off of the bus; it’s close by.</p>

<p>But Dean J is also correct, Cville is FULL of restaurants. Ethnic ones, simple ones, cheap ones, expensive ones. Any sort of food you want, Cville of all places has it. </p>

<p>I miss Charlottesville… :(</p>

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<p>Wahoooooooo!!! </p>

<p>Wofbharatj, the food there is just amazing. I believe it was bought out from McDonalds because Chipotle didn’t want to be associated with them, but I’m not sure.</p>

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<p>We’ve loved most all of the restaurants we’ve tried in Charlottesville. Granted, D is just a first year so we haven’t had the opportunity to go to tons; however, of those we’ve visited, our favorites are The Downtown Grill, Maya, The Boat House, Basil (lunch), Michie’s Tavern (lunch), The Virginian, and Blue Moon Diner (breakfast). I would argue what Charlottesville really needs is a truly good, authentic Mexican or Tex-Mex restaurant. (Uh…NO, Chipotle doesn’t count.) When D has come home, that’s the first thing she wants. I know CVille has one or two, but they pale in comparison to what we have. But then again, coming from TX, what do you expect? :slight_smile: Any suggestions for good Asian? One of the UVa moms had suggested Dragon Lady which we’ll try when we’re up next; however, D and I LOVE Asian food and could eat it daily. Any other recommendations?</p>

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<p>Included in jc40’s question - does Charlottesville have any Asian Fusion restaurants? That is the new biggest craze in NY, and the food is fantastic.</p>

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<p>There are two “foodie” blogwriters in C’ville - don’t think I’m allowed to link to them but they have proven to be reliable sources when exploring dining options. However, if you google edible cville or mas to millers you should be able to find them.</p>

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<ol>
<li>Aqui es Mexico - authentic, but I doubt many students have found it</li>
<li>Continental Divide - Mexican influence. There are UVa alumni in my office who didn’t know about it until I took them there and it’s down the street. It’s marked by a green, neon sign that says “Get In Here.”<br></li>
<li>Guadalajara - Not my fav, but very, very popular Mexican</li>
</ol>

<p>Himalayan Fusion is a fantastic spot with Indian and Nepalese influences. </p>

<p>There’s a website called Cville Dining that has lots of reviews. Obviously, Yelp and Urban Spoon are good spots to browse, too.</p>

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<p>Is the Blue Moon Diner connected to the Blue Moon Diner in Baltimore?</p>

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<p>Dean J has Notes From Peabody and I think she could start a new blog called Peabody’s Pickings. Thank you so much Dean J for the restaurant recommendations! It is always helpful to have the suggestions of establishments from individuals that have been there and enjoyed the cuisine.</p>

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<p>Nope. Our Blue Moon is an original. :)</p>

<p>Do some searching and you’ll find many more of my restaurant recommendations. I like good food. Thankfully, we have a fantastic food scene here and the rural areas near us provide some great products for local chefs. :)</p>

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<p>V’s painted in the street puts me in mind to ask: Does the bridge over Route 29 still say “Happy Birthday, Cindy Dobbins”?</p>

<p>Gee, I guess that was a long time ago.</p>