Oakhart Social
Oakhart Social offers a modern dining experience with inventive small plates, farm-to-table ingredients, and a chic ambiance, perfect for sharing.
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Oakhart Social
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Oakhart Social offers a modern dining experience with inventive small plates, farm-to-table ingredients, and a chic ambiance, perfect for sharing.
"The food is insanely delicious and creative. Great for groups sharing!"
Reservations Recommended
Due to high popularity, it's advised to make a reservation, especially during peak times or for weekend visits.
Share the Small Plates
Take advantage of the shareable plates format to sample a variety of delicious and creative flavors.
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Cuisine
New American
Price
Mid-range
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Inventive Small Plates
Experience creative small plates like Thai-spiced fried chicken and tuna crudo, perfect for sharing and exploring diverse flavors.
Chic Ambiance & Outdoor Dining
Enjoy a cozy, modern interior with chic decor, or relax in the well-shaded outdoor patio area on pleasant evenings.
Farm-to-Table Freshness
Savor farm-to-table dishes featuring unique, locally sourced ingredients that offer a fresh and innovative take on comfort food.
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Reservations Recommended
Due to high popularity, it's advised to make a reservation, especially during peak times or for weekend visits.
Share the Small Plates
Take advantage of the shareable plates format to sample a variety of delicious and creative flavors.
Craft Cocktail Pairings
Try their craft cocktails, like the Oakhart Old Fashioned, for a sophisticated and complementary beverage choice.
Enjoy Indoor/Outdoor Fusion
Visit during pleasant evenings when the garage doors open, blending the indoor ambiance with the outdoor patio.
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Reservations Recommended
Due to high popularity, it's advised to make a reservation, especially during peak times or for weekend visits.
Share the Small Plates
Take advantage of the shareable plates format to sample a variety of delicious and creative flavors.
Craft Cocktail Pairings
Try their craft cocktails, like the Oakhart Old Fashioned, for a sophisticated and complementary beverage choice.
Enjoy Indoor/Outdoor Fusion
Visit during pleasant evenings when the garage doors open, blending the indoor ambiance with the outdoor patio.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Diners consistently praise Oakhart Social for its creative and delicious small plates, with standouts like the fried chicken and broccoli. The restaurant's modern ambiance and attentive service contribute to a great dining experience, making it a popular spot for both locals and visitors. While most reviews are overwhelmingly positive, some guests have noted occasional lapses in service or found certain dishes to be less impressive than others.
"We were on a weekend trip to visit Monticello, and stopped here for dinner. To give you a heads up, I am easily impressed with food. If it doesn't make me sick, I think it's great. So no points for me liking my food. In fact, I deducted a point for service because they didnt have Yuengling, but the waitress told me some weird beer I never heard of was just like it. It wasn't.
Now my wife is VERY difficult to impress. Her father owned a fish market, and we live on the Atlantic, so fish is often on the menu. Beyond that, she has also told me that flounder is a gross bottom feeder.
So I was floored when she ordered the flounder. She said she liked what she read on the menu.
Once she was served and took the first bite, her eyes lit up and she didn't speak for about 2 minutes because she just kept taking bites. Then the praise just kept coming. She said it was the best "meal" she has ever had. Not just fish, the best meal. It has been a few days, and she has talked about that flounder to everyone that will listen.
She did let me have a bite, and I got so mad that I didn't order it. She would not let me have another. Since it was her birthday, I let it slide, and did not hound her about it.
The kids and I ordered the brick oven pizzas, one of each kind. The kids range from 7-10. So the older ones can throw down when it comes to pizza, but I was shocked they almost finished 3 pizzas. They did not want to stop. All three pizzas were amazing!!
So the wife says we are going to go back. I don't have the heart yet to tell her I'm not driving six hours for dinner.
So a couple things beyond the amazing food. The staff was very friendly even by Southern standards. They were kind and attentive, and our waitress really made my wife smile which made her birthday so much more enjoyable. She was awesome. Except for my beer. I'm not forgiving that.
The restaurants location was a bit busy. So if you get anxiety about parallel parking, don't worry. They have a parking lot.
Our total meal for five plus tip was about $175. For the quality of food and service, I'm not going to complain. For anyone living in the Northeast, that is an amazing deal!
Maybe I will drive back."
Sean Kubanovich
"Loved the broccoli dish. Overall light healthy dishes. Great for a fun casual dinner."
Beatrice Li
"Delicious food, great service and enjoyable atmosphere. Eveything we had was thoughtfully prepared with interesting ingredients. The trout was 💯. Servers were patient and accommodating with a young toddler in tow. Loved that they had stainless steel cups for kiddos! Will definitely return"
Andrea Shome
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Frequently Asked Questions
Popular choices include the Thai-spiced fried chicken, tuna crudo, crispy Brussels sprouts, and roasted cauliflower.
Yes, the restaurant highlights its vegetarian options and notes that most of the menu can be adapted to be vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free upon request.
Yes, it is highly recommended to make a reservation, especially on weekends or during busy periods, as the restaurant is very popular.
Yes, Oakhart Social has a well-shaded outdoor dining area that is popular, especially on nice evenings when the indoor and outdoor spaces can fuse.
The restaurant features a cozy ambiance with chic decor and hanging Edison lights, creating a modern and inviting atmosphere.
Absolutely! The menu is designed around inventive small plates, making it ideal for groups to share and experience a variety of flavors.
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Oakhart Social is celebrated for its relaxed ambiance and inventive small plates that offer a fresh take on comfort food. The menu features highlights like the crispy Brussels sprouts, which are perfectly seasoned and topped with a tangy aioli, and the roasted cauliflower, renowned for its robust flavor and unique presentation. To complement these dishes, try one of their craft cocktails, such as the Oakhart Old Fashioned, which blends classic whiskey with a modern twist, creating a sophisticated and refreshing pairing.
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You can enjoy the fall weather at some nicer restaurants with patios: Oakhart Social has some upscale options if you want to try for a nicer dinner outside with your kids, and Maya is a great Mexican restaurant with a covered patio. And of course, being a college town, there are some great pizza options!. Mellow Mushroom, Domino’s and Marco’s pizza are national pizza chains in town, but also try Lampo’s Neopolitan Pizzeria and Vita Nova New York Style Pizza & Restaurant.
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At clean, contemporary, warehouse-style Oakhart Social, all the creativity flows into the shareable plates, such as the cabbage and scallion pancake or specialty wood-fired pizzas. Trendy, developing Belmont neighborhood south of town is home to Tavola, where linguini alla carbonara with house-made sausage and the homemade pastas of the day are just a few of the Italian specialties at this restaurant that feels like stepping into a party on busy nights.
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With an eclectic menu featuring anything from traditional southern fare to asian inspired dishes, Oakhart Social has been a favorite restaurant for quite some time. This is also a nice option if dining with a group (for the shared plates) or people with allergies (their detailed menu breaks all allergens down for their guests). The vibe is fun, with the indoor dining room a converted garage that has been made to feel light and airy.
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Oakhart Social’s indoor dining room fuses with the outside patio on nice evenings when the weather permits raising the restaurant’s repurposed auto garage doors. Last time I went to Oakhart Social with my mom, she loved immersing herself into the quintessential UVA scene as I ran into many friends from classes and my sorority. I think this took her straight back to her college glory days.
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Oakhart Social is the epitome of farm to table, utilizing fresh and locally sourced ingredients from the Albemarle area in innovative ways. In no other restaurant can you find wood-fired pizza, XO sauce carbonara, tuna crudo, and a double-smash burger all on the same menu. And to have them all actually taste good.
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Oakhart Social | 511 W Main St. – Eclectic flavors & a shared experience. The menu is focused on small plates intended for sharing.
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