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Look at that wood-fired grill. - Black Cow Chophouse, Charlottesville, VA

Black Cow Chophouse

4.9
4.9
502 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for happy hour
Black Cow Chophouse is Charlottesville's spot for steaks, chops, fine wines, modern & classic cocktails and fun times. We feature a huge daily selection of both dry-aged and non dry-aged local and nationally sourced beef, as well as pork, game and lamb cuts. Our beverage program is carefully crafted and our hospitality is second to none. For the budget conscious, visit during our daily happy hour from 4:30 to 6:00 for Charlottesville's best steak deal and discounted drinks.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (434) 270-0333
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
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What 502 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Best Overall

  • Virginia

    Best Food

  • Virginia

    Steakhouse

  • Charlottesville

    Best Overall

  • Charlottesville

    Best Food

  • Charlottesville

    Best Service

  • Charlottesville

    Best Ambiance

  • Charlottesville

    Best Value

  • Charlottesville

    Innovative

  • Charlottesville

    Good for groups

  • Charlottesville

    Great for fine wines

  • Charlottesville

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Charlottesville

    Good for special occasions

  • Charlottesville

    Lively

  • Charlottesville

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Black Cow Chophouse is a steak lover's paradise in Charlottesville, offering "best steak I've ever had" experiences and a delightful atmosphere. Patrons rave about the perfectly cooked steaks, "amazing brussels sprouts," and "fantastic cocktails." Friendly and attentive service, especially from staff like John, enhances each visit. Highly recommended for both casual and special occasions.

502 Reviews
  1. Cynthia

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service, and atomosphere! We came for the Happy Hour Steak and Frites and decided on surf ‘n turf with adding the crab cakes. Both steak and crab cakes were very good. We will be back.

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  2. Korrie

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is a small gas station that was turned into a restaurant. The steak was absolutely amazing. Our waitress was extremely attentive and accommodating. I highly recommend the brussels sprouts and the elk steak. It was our first time visiting Charlottesville and we will absolutely go back to this restaurant again.

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  3. Carol

    Tucson

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great! Food is always delicious! We can’t wait to go back again!

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  4. Jane

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The salmon, creamed spinach, brussel sprouts, and salad were all very good. Enjoyed splurging on the blood orange crème brûlée as well.

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  5. Peter

    VIP

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a regular stop when I have to come into town for work. It’s just hard to get a reservation when the patio is closed (aka the winter!). Always get the filet and it is yet to disappoint (4 times and counting). There sauces are good - but the salt flakes are amazing. Highlights and compliments the natural flavors. Tried some new sides - both excellent. The mushroom ragot was great, but don’t need to get it again. The brussel sprouts were amazing and rivaled the smashed potatoes (my personal favorite). I will definitely be getting them again. If you like steak in a relaxed atmosphere, you will like this restaurant.

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  6. Henry V

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Happy hour experience!! Friendly host seated us promptly. Table service was excellent - Thanks Katie L. Food was served as ordered, good sized portions, and very pleasing to the palate. This was our second visit and plan on coming back monthly. The first visit was for our company Holiday dinner - my group ordered/sampled many items on the menu. No complaints as everything came out excellent and all went home happy and full. As everyone has there own preferences, I won't make any specific menu recommendations. If planning to try BCC out, make a reservation. Parking may be a challenge but is worth the effort.

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  7. Michele

    Richmond

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was totally delicious! We got lucky and were early enough to get happy hour prices and the cocktails, entree and sides were just amazing. They worked with us to put our party together even though we made separate reservations. Its charming, top notch food without being fussy. I loved it!

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  8. Laura Leigh

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food. Perfectly cooked steak. Great cuts of meat. Delicious sides. Fantastic cocktails. Friendly and attentive staff!

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  9. rebecca

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Haven't had such a wonderful experience in a while. Everything was impeccable!

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  10. Donnie

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were amazing!! The choice of cuts was extensive and everything was prepared beautifully.

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FAQs

Black Cow Chophouse is rated 4.9 stars by 502 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today
Google Map for Black Cow Chophouse

420 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903-5540

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Charlottesville
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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