The Ivy Inn Restaurant

Celebrated our 5th anniversary at The Ivy Inn and had a lovely evening overall. The setting is charming and intimate. The Rockefeller was good, though I’ve had better. The standout was the Grilled Certified Angus Beef Tenderloin — incredibly tender, well-seasoned, with a nice cabernet sauce and a creamy green side that worked well as a palate cleanser. The Grilled Rockfish Fillet could have been great, but the NOLA BBQ shrimp topping was disappointing. The shrimp seemed overcooked and had a refrigerated taste, which took away from the dish. The staff were great — attentive, professional, and welcoming. One small note: they didn’t offer to take photos, which would’ve been a nice touch for an anniversary dinner. Finished with the Crème Brûlée, which was excellent and a must-order. Overal

The Ivy Inn nails that perfect balance of charm and fine dining. It’s the kind of spot you take your bougie Northern Virginia relatives to when you want to impress—and it absolutely delivers. Yes, it’s on the pricier side, but the food justifies every dollar. The corn ravioli might be the best ravioli I’ve ever had—rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. The meats were cooked to perfection, and the trout? Hands down the best representation of fish I’ve ever tasted. Served in a cozy, historic inn with great ambiance, Ivy Inn manages to feel both upscale and inviting. A Charlottesville gem.

Cozy little spot for a nice meal. The options were good for our adult party but definitely limited selection for younger children. Cocktails were great and service was top knotch.

We celebrated our anniversary and had special menus. Enjoyed an amazing dinner and desserts. Thanks for making the night extra special.

A wonderful spot for dinner reservations for a special occasion! The service is great. Hard to not take photos of everything that you order—not pictured, unfortunately, is the lamb. It’s a family favorite.