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Rapture, Charlottesville, VA

Rapture

4.8
4.8
226 Reviews
$30 and under
Regional American (Southern)

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
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
    Regional American (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
  • 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.
  • Neighbourhood
    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, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 226 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Charlottesville

    Good for groups

  • Charlottesville

    Healthy

  • Charlottesville

    Hot spot

  • Charlottesville

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Charlottesville

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rapture offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent service" and a "varied menu" catering to diverse preferences. Guests praise the "delicious" food and the charming outdoor atmosphere, perfect for enjoying live music. While some experienced minor hiccups, the restaurant remains a top choice for pre-show dinners and family gatherings.

226 Reviews
  1. Beverly

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our service was excellent! It was a rough day and comfort food and smiling faces were very nice!

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  2. James

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a reservation for 3 at 6pm. We were seated a few minutes early and had our appetizers within 10 minutes of being in the building. Our Entrees also arrived in a very timely manner, and everything was delicious.

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  3. Linda

    London

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on January 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice varied menu that appealed to the different types of food preferences in our party. Food was more than good, service was excellent. An overall positive experience!

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  4. Patti

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was good (hubby’s less so, he said). Service was decent. A bit noisy. We were sat right by the kitchen. Since we had a reservation, that could’ve been avoided.

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  5. Joe

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter/server was excellent. So was the food. We will be back again.

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  6. Michelle

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Perfect for pre-show dinner (right next door to Paramount).

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  7. James

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had fun playing Billiards with kids and grandkids

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  8. Barbara

    Richmond

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 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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  9. Jan

    Western NC

    24 reviews

    3.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 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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  10. Charles

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 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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FAQs

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

Rapture is rated 4.8 stars by 226 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Rapture

303 e main st, Charlottesville, VA 22902

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    3rd St NE
  • Neighbourhood
    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
    Regional American (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, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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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