Sal's Caffe Italia
Italian Restaurant$$$$
Charlottesville
"LEXI and HILARY."(3 Tips)"Try the Gluten Free Pizza!"(3 Tips)
"Great outdoor seating; cozy indoor in rustic Italian style"(2 Tips)
"Salmon Caesar salad is fantastic"(3 Tips)
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- Jane FriedmanNovember 15, 2017Nothing fancy pants - just good Italian comfort food. Great outdoor seating; cozy indoor in rustic Italian style
Steve SlussJuly 26, 2015The chicken panini and the bacon blue cheese spinach salad were both wonderful. Add that with the mimosas and it was a wonderful experience. We couldn't ask for a better server than Katie.
Adam MossJuly 7, 2022Small spot on the mall. Classic Italian dishes and pizza in an intimate dining room with an open kitchen.
Shera EOctober 30, 2016Great service and great food ! Came 2 years ago when U of L was in town and returned because we enjoyed ourselves.- Jenn SchneiderSeptember 1, 2011Thanks for the lovely comments. We appreciate the business, and of course our servers, LEXI and HILARY. Billy B...Sorry about the Mozzarella, come on in for a free appetizer on me. Thanks!
- Jenn SchneiderMay 3, 2012Pasta a la Arrogosta. Lobster, Green Peas, Mushrooms and Sun-Dried Tomatoes in a Light Pink Rose Sauce. Delicious!
Courtney NelsonJune 14, 2011Hilary and Lexi are the nest servers out there! I highly recommend requesting them! Easy on the eyes too.
Tera CrenshawJune 14, 2011Try to get Hilary or Lexi as your server..I've never had better service! And they're smokin hot
Billy BennettJune 12, 2010Do not get the cheesesticks. They are really expensive and are the kind you can get anywhere.
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Sal's Caffe Italia
221 E Main St (Downtown Mall)
Charlottesville, VA 22902
United States
Charlottesville, VA 22902
United States
Family owned and operated since 1985. Authentic Italian with a cozy atmosphere both inside and out.
Closed until 11:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Sun
- 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
(434) 295-8484
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- 8.9
"Awesome spot, cheap beers and good selection. Never got the burger I ordered but I think they're just playing hard to get. Would go back."
Alex Camara - 7.2
"Black & Bleu burger is phenomenal --even without the fixings, the burger itself was exceptional (great meat flavor, perfectly seasoned, nice crisp sear)"
EMC - 9.1
"this may just be my new favorite venue."
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"Both the lunches and dinners tend to be rich and satisfying. I had a calamari salad here that I've never stopped dreaming about."
Jane Friedman - 8.8
"Small restaurant with great food! They offer nightly specials and a seasonal menu. I have the sausage carbonara, yum! Can get loud a busy night. They don't take reservations."
Caitlin H - 6.9
"The chicken breast and cherries and fig entree is shareable size and awesome!"
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- 8.2
"Serves breakfast all day for a great price. Home fries and French toast not bad for an ice cream shop."
Tawana Burnett - 9.0
"Check out @Sal's Caffe Italia for some great pizza, pasta and seafood. Gluten Free Menu!"
Jenn Schneider - 8.6
"Great vibe, coffee & snacks. One of the original coffee shops in Charlottesville and they continue to lead and innovate. But what really matters is that they make a great cup of coffee"
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