The Ridley

Charlottesville, VA · Southern restaurant (US)

Rating
4.1/5
★★★★☆ 4.1
Reviews
20
Rank in Charlottesville
#304
of 475 restaurants
City Percentile
25%
rating percentile
Address
The Ridley, 1106 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903
Phone
(434) 984-8010
Website
www.theridleyva.com
Status
Open · Closes 12 AM

The Ridley is a restaurant located in Charlottesville, VA. It is one of 475 restaurants listed in Charlottesville. Its 4.1-star rating is slightly below the Charlottesville city average of 4.4 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

Hours

Friday7 AM–

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 J Mclaughlin · Feb 2026

Today was my first time at the Ridley and it won't be the last. My server, Savanna provided great service and made sure we were taken care of along with Bridget. The food was amazing!!! I don't think I will ever come across a cornbread skillet that comes close to the greatness at the Ridley. I also had, the pasta, beet salad, and rise and shine cocktail. All were a 10 out of 10!

★★★★★ 5.0 Kasey Bolling · Feb 2026

The cornbread was the best I've ever had. The pasta was heavy on the garlic taste but it was still very good. Dessert was plain. Overall we had a very good experience and would most certainly go back!

★★★★★ 5.0 Emily Spradley · Oct 2025

Amazing food. The cornbread was warm and moist. The pasta was also very very good; the chicken was slightly dry, but the sauce was wonderful. My boyfriend ordered the short-rib, and it might be the best I’ve ever had at a restaurant. Great experience.

★★★★★ 5.0 Kevin Artiaga · Oct 2025

We stayed at the draftsman’s hotel and had a due entrance. The decor was modern and warm. I enjoyed the staff’s hospitality. The food was fantastic. It came prompt and hot. A staple for Charlottesville!

★★★★★ 5.0 Jessie Anderson · Feb 2026

A group of us stopped in for a quick drink and our bartender/server, Savannah, talked us into getting little snack before we hit some wineries the honey cornbread — it was outstanding. She was bright, cheerful, attentive, and very knowledgeable about both the drink menu and the food options. Her positive energy truly elevated our visit. 10/10 would come back just for the vibes and that cornbread!

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Southern restaurant (US)Restaurant

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