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Rapture, Charlottesville, VA

Rapture

4.6
4.6
220 Reviews
$30 and under
Southern

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 4 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for brunch
Rapture features playful, farm-to-table Southern cuisine in a swank-but-cozy atmosphere. We have outdoor dining, billiards tables, and live music several nights a week.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Southern, Contemporary American, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (434) 293-9526
  • Website
    http://www.rapturerestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chuck Shifflett
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate parties of 15-45 in our banquet room (with a dedicated bar). We can offer a limited or prix-fixe menu, or guests can order off of our regular menu.
  • Location
    303 e main st, Charlottesville, VA 22902
  • Area
    Charlottesville
  • Cross Street
    3rd St NE
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Entertainment
    Live music most Wednesdays.DJs and live bands on the weekends.Dance club on the weekends. Salsa on Sunday nights.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Served Tuesday through Friday, 11:30 AM until 9:00 PM, and Saturday 4:00 - 9:00 PM.

small plates & snacks

  • soup du jourUSD 7.00

    ask your server about today's preparation

    • bowlUSD 7.00
    • cupUSD 5.00

  • poutineUSD 12.00

    house cut fries, brown gravy, pimento cheese, green onion

    • fried green tomatoesUSD 14.00

      corn meal-dusted with whipped goat cheese, bacon jam, chives

      • fried brussels sproutsUSD 16.00

        spicy tomato sauce, alabama white sauce

        • rapture wingsUSD 16.00

          sauces: crystal "buffalo", voodoo, calypso rub, lemon-pepper, sesame-teriyaki. served with a choice of bleu cheese or ranch

          • Regular 8 pcUSD 16.00
          • Large 12 pcUSD 21.00
          • Jumbo 20 pcUSD 30.00

        • hillbilly egg rollsUSD 12.00

          pulled pork, mad hatter hot sauce slaw, goat cheese, & bbq sauce

          • carnitas nachosUSD 17.00

            queso blanco, pickled jalapeños, pico de gallo, avocado crema

            • classic deviled eggsUSD 7.00

              • sweet potato hushpuppiesUSD 13.00

                honey butter, jalapeño jelly

                salads

                add grilled chicken, fried chicken tenders, blackened shrimp, burger patty, impossible burger patty +$8; rare seared tuna +$12; hanger steak +$14

                • rapture caesar salad*USD 10.00

                  romaine lettuce, parmesan, gluten-free croutons, meyer lemon caesar dressing

                  • rapture chopped saladUSD 15.00

                    romaine, grilled chicken, avocado, bacon, hard-boiled egg, tomato, bleu cheese, red onion, red wine vinaigrette. **no holds or substitutions, please

                    • southwest steak salad*USD 17.00

                      grilled hanger steak over mixed greens, pico de gallo, black beans, tortilla strips, southwest ranch, cotija

                      • autumn greens saladUSD 10.00

                        pickled beets, asian pear, carrot, dried cranberries, bleu cheese crumbles, candied walnut, fig vinaigrette

                        mains

                        • shrimp & gritsUSD 27.00

                          meyer lemon broth, asparagus, yellow squash, sweet pickled tomato, smoked butter, over goat cheese stone-ground grits

                          • gumbo of shrimp, andouille, chicken & okraUSD 22.00

                            served over rice, side of baguette

                            • grilled hanger steak*USD 29.00

                              grilled hanger steak, house "A1", mashed potatoes, ham hock collards

                              • lamb & beef meatloafUSD 29.00

                                mashed potatoes, brown gravy, glazed carrots

                                • butternut squash ravioliUSD 26.00

                                  in brown butter with farmer's cheese, mushrooms, kale, pine nuts, crispy sage

                                  • guinness-battered fish & chipsUSD 22.00

                                    sandwiches

                                    all sandwiches come with a choice of side. gluten-free bread available upon request (+$2).

                                    • classic bacon cheese burgerUSD 18.00

                                      locally pastured, dry-aged beef, bacon & cheddar, on a mariebette challah roll with lettuce, tomato, duke's mayo

                                      • papa legba burgerUSD 18.00

                                        8 oz locally pastured beef, braised collards, cheddar, "voodoo" sauce, spicy bayou mayo, habañero honey

                                        • the pelosiUSD 18.00

                                          pepperoni, salami, ham, provolone, red onion, italian dressing, duke's mayo, lettuce, tomato, sweet peppers & hot pepper relish on a sub roll

                                          • meltdownUSD 16.00

                                            pimento cheese, provolone, bacon jam, braised ham hock collards grilled on brioche

                                            • caesar wrapUSD 13.00

                                              romaine in ceasar dressing, crouton crumbles, parmesan, in garlic-herb wrap

                                              • beyond burgerUSD 15.00

                                                vegetarian patty on Mariebette challah roll with lettuce, tomato, & duke's mayo

                                                • seared rare tuna clubUSD 22.00

                                                  guacamole, applewood-smoked bacon, & wasabi-mayo on toasted honey wheat *please let your server know if you would like your tuna more well done

                                                  • marinated tofu bánh mìUSD 16.00

                                                    tofu, do chua (pickled daikon radish, red onion, carrots), hummus, sriracha mayo, cucumber, cilantro, on crispy baguette.

                                                    • fried chicken sandwichUSD 18.00

                                                      cheddar, chuck's horseradish aioli, cheddar, lettuce, tomato on mariebette challah roll

                                                      • gluten free with rice flour dredge & GF rollUSD 20.00

                                                    • philly steak & cheeseUSD 16.00

                                                      provolone, onions, & bell peppers on a sub roll.

                                                      sides

                                                      • house-cut friesUSD 6.00

                                                        • tater totsUSD 6.00

                                                          • house saladUSD 5.00

                                                            • cheesy stone-ground VA gritsUSD 4.00

                                                              • braised collardsUSD 5.00

                                                                with ham hock

                                                                • sweet potato friesUSD 6.00

                                                                  • cup of soup du jourUSD 5.00

                                                                    +$1 as side for sandwich

                                                                    beverages

                                                                    • cokeUSD 3.00

                                                                      • diet cokeUSD 3.00

                                                                        • iced teaUSD 3.00

                                                                          • sweet teaUSD 3.00

                                                                            • boylan root beerUSD 5.00

                                                                              • shenandoah joe coffeeUSD 3.00

                                                                                • hot teaUSD 2.00

                                                                                  • lemonadeUSD 3.00

                                                                                    • snowing in space cold brew "nom nom"USD 5.00

                                                                                      • barrit's ginger beerUSD 5.00

                                                                                        • boylan cream sodaUSD 5.00

                                                                                          • spriteUSD 3.00

                                                                                            • red bullUSD 5.00

                                                                                              Last updated: 18 October 2024

                                                                                              What 220 people are saying

                                                                                              Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                              Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                              4.6
                                                                                              4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                                              • 4.6Food
                                                                                              • 4.6Service
                                                                                              • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                              • 4.3Value

                                                                                              Noise • Moderate

                                                                                              Loved For

                                                                                              • Charlottesville

                                                                                                Good for groups

                                                                                              • Charlottesville

                                                                                                Neighbourhood gem

                                                                                              • Charlottesville

                                                                                                Great for outdoor dining

                                                                                              Review summary

                                                                                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                              Rapture offers a delightful brunch experience with "delicious French Toast and fluffy omelets." The outdoor dining atmosphere is "marvelous," perfect for people-watching on the Charlottesville pedestrian mall. Guests are treated like family by the accommodating staff, and the drinks are "amazing." Overall, a "great dining experience" awaits you at Rapture.

                                                                                              220 Reviews

                                                                                              1. Barbara

                                                                                                Richmond

                                                                                                7 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                7 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on 1 November 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                Love the food and sitting outside with all the people milling about and musicians playing makes for a wonderful time!

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                                                                                              2. Jan

                                                                                                Western NC

                                                                                                24 reviews

                                                                                                3.0

                                                                                                24 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on 19 October 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 3
                                                                                                2. Food 3
                                                                                                3. Service 2
                                                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                Unfortunately we hit it on a bad night for the crew, kitchen out of most dishes which we ordered and part came after 45 min, along with ‘we’re out of what you ordered’ Servers were rushed and frazzled, food was mediocre and it wasn’t a great experience, we felt so sorry for the staff as obviously something had happened to put them in this state of mind. We were visiting for the weekend so won’t be back to try Rapture again. Hope they get it worked out.

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                                                                                              3. Charles

                                                                                                Richmond

                                                                                                3 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                3 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on 5 October 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                All the food was great and staff was very pleasant!

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                                                                                              4. Nancy

                                                                                                Greensboro

                                                                                                34 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                34 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on 4 October 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                Everything about Rapture was terrific. The service was prompt, food was delicious and the atmosphere outside was perfect. The only disappointment was the type of fish in the Fish and Chips - tilapia. Yuck. My husband changed his order once our server revealed the fish. But he loved the hamburger he ordered instead.

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                                                                                              5. Thomas

                                                                                                Washington DC

                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on 21 September 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                Good food. Great service! Would definitely go again.

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                                                                                              6. Gabrielle

                                                                                                Denver

                                                                                                3 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                3 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on 16 August 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                This restaurant was a pleasant surprise. We picked it for its gluten free options and proximity to a wedding welcome party we were attending after dinner, but it ended up being such a great dining experience! We ate outside for a great ambience and people-watching on the downtown Charlottesville pedestrian mall. The staff was very accommodating to our one year old, who loved his fish and chips kid meal. We also had the gumbo and the tofu banh mi sandwich—both so good! And maybe it’s just cause we hail from Colorado, but the iced tea was amazing. Highly recommend.

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                                                                                              7. Joyce

                                                                                                Richmond

                                                                                                7 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                7 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on 11 August 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                What a treasure! We had never been to Rapture, and took friends with us, and all four loved the food and service. We were greeted by the owner, Janet, who could not have been more accommodating, friendly, and efficient. We sat outside and the weather was lovely that day. More importantly, our food was delicious. I’ve often had omelets that are rubbery and tasteless, but Rapture’s are the best—well-seasoned, light and fluffy, and hot (right out of the skillet!). The roasted potatoes were perfect; again unlike some brunch spots, these potatoes were not “stretched” with an over abundance of onions and green peppers. Finally, the bacon was crispy and full of flavor. Great brunch spot!!

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                                                                                              8. WhitfieldObserver

                                                                                                New York City

                                                                                                6 reviews

                                                                                                vip
                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                6 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on 21 May 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                Delicious, and marvelous outdoor dining on a Pleasant evening.

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                                                                                              9. TheresaH

                                                                                                Orlando

                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                1.0

                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on 19 May 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 1
                                                                                                2. Food 1
                                                                                                3. Service 3
                                                                                                4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                Thought we would get dinner menu at 2:30 pm on Sunday but ended up with brunch menu. Food was mediocre and overpriced at best, limited selection and poor quality. I ordered the only thing on the menu that i could eat (a caesar salad with blackened shrimp). The lettuce was browning and nearly too old to serve, the shrimp was scant - 4 pieces - and tasteless - NOT blackened. And despite my clearly stating my aversion to mayonnaise, the dressing had mayonnaise in it. The waiter was kind enough to bring balsamic but even that was tooo mustardy. I ate less than half of my very overpriced salad. My tablemates were less picky than me but overall found their burgers to be pretty meh. I would not eat there again and do not recommend .

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                                                                                              10. MARSHALLT

                                                                                                Richmond

                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                4.0

                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on 18 May 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                Would definitely recommend to friends and family. Keep up the good work Rapture.

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                                                                                              FAQs

                                                                                              Rapture offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (434) 293-9526.

                                                                                              Rapture is rated 4.6 stars by 220 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                              Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                                              2 people
                                                                                              7:00 pm
                                                                                              Booked 4 times today

                                                                                              Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                              Google Map for Rapture

                                                                                              303 e main st, Charlottesville, VA 22902

                                                                                              Additional information

                                                                                              • Cross Street
                                                                                                3rd St NE
                                                                                              • Area
                                                                                                Charlottesville
                                                                                              • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                                              • Price
                                                                                                $30 and under
                                                                                              • Cuisines
                                                                                                Southern, Contemporary American, Comfort Food
                                                                                              • Dining style
                                                                                                Casual Dining
                                                                                              • Dress code
                                                                                                Casual Dress
                                                                                              • Parking details
                                                                                                Street Parking
                                                                                              • Payment Options
                                                                                                AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                              • Executive Chef
                                                                                                Chuck Shifflett
                                                                                              • Entertainment
                                                                                                Live music most Wednesdays.DJs and live bands on the weekends.Dance club on the weekends. Salsa on Sunday nights.
                                                                                              • Additional
                                                                                                Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                              • Website
                                                                                                http://www.rapturerestaurant.com/
                                                                                              • Phone number
                                                                                                (434) 293-9526
                                                                                              • Private party facilities
                                                                                                We can accommodate parties of 15-45 in our banquet room (with a dedicated bar). We can offer a limited or prix-fixe menu, or guests can order off of our regular menu.
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