Things To Do
The Downtown Mall
The Charlottesville Downtown Mall is an eight-block, brick-paved pedestrian strip along Charlottesville's Main Street with shops, restaurants, and bars.
Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards
Mark and Audrey's first date spot! Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards is a popular winery in the area with stunning Blue Ridge Mountain views. Charlottesville is close to many wonderful wineries - you can't go wrong.
Potter's Craft Cider
Beautiful cider tasting room just south of Charlottesville off Route 29.
Carter Mountain Sunset Series
Every Thursday night (6-9PM), from mid-April to the early fall, Carter Mountain has live music, food trucks, wine, Bold Rock Hard Cider, and some of the best sunset views in the Charlottesville area.
Belle
Audrey and Mark's favorite breakfast sandwiches in Charlottesville. Located in Belmont, Belle is a bakery and restaurant known for their breakfast sandwiches, sourdough breads and pastries, coffee, and more.
Bodo's Bagels
The classic Charlottesville bagel spot.
The Virginian
Where Audrey and Mark served and bartended during their time at UVA, and a great lunch spot on The Corner.
The Jervey
An absolute favorite of Audrey and Mark's, owned by their dear friend Ross. The Jervey is a modern steakhouse with American and French influences. If you go, Audrey and Mark highly recommend the Back to Basics cocktail!
Lampo Neapolitan Pizzeria
Some of the best pizza in Charlottesville. Head next door to Bar Baleno for a drink as well.
Mas
A Spanish tapas place; great spot for date night or a group.
Lost Saint
One of Audrey and Mark's favorite cocktail bars in the area.
The Alley Light
A favorite spot for intimate dinner and incredible drinks. Favorites of Audrey and Mark include the Mr. Rech dessert & the seasonal "Rampage" pickled ramp martini (which is typically available starting mid-April).
Ellie's Country Club
Ellie's Country Club is a UVA Alumna-owner bar (shoutout to Audrey and Mark's dear friend Ashley!) and restaurant on Elliewood Avenue with pub fare, drinks, live music, and late-night dancing.