I was returning from a round of golf with my two amigos, Greg Lefler and Kevin Mann, when the subject of BBQ came up. They both chimed in with, “Have you ever eaten at the Barbeque Exchange in Gordonsville?” I admitted that I had not and they said that I was missing the Barbeque Boat. They each gave it 5 stars. “Their ribs are really good”, Greg said. Another satisfied patron had this to say: … [Read more...]

(Ed. Note. If you ever have a good – or even bad – experience at a restaurant, let us know, even out of town. You never know where readers of CvilleBuzz may go out to eat.)   My fellow restaurant scout, Sherman Shifflett, found another interesting “Eatin’ Out” spot over the Fourth of July. It’s called Blue Wing Frog and you certainly don’t run into those every day. Here’s what … [Read more...]

People will be out and about this week, the Fourth of July, and many will visit Lake Anna. Sherman Shifflett of Louisa, suggests that if you happen through Mineral on the way to or from Anna, and you’re hungry, give Tavern on the Rail a try. Tavern on the Rail, located about ten miles northeast of Mineral and not far from the power plant, is a nuclear option for dining out. Says Sherman, “Ava … [Read more...]

Some say there is such a thing as “Authentic Mexican” food. Not being an expert, and barely knowing the difference between a Burrito and a Taco, I really couldn’t say. I enjoy Mexican cuisine on occasion, but my wife Nancy is a rabid fan. And she especially enjoys the food at Guadalajara. A few nights ago, after she accommodated me and went to Bonefish for Fish & Chips, I agreed to eat … [Read more...]

Unlike the French and Italians, the British aren’t known for their culinary skills. When Kidney Pie is one of your top dishes, you know you’re in trouble. But one thing the Brits do well, and are famous for, is Fish and Chips. Fish and Chips was a blue-collar staple for the English working men. They used white fish caught in trawlers in the North Sea, then fried the fish, served them with potatoes … [Read more...]

When an alumnus of the University of Virginia returns to grounds, one of the first things he or she will do is find the nearest Bodo’s and get a bagel fix. Bodo’s is quite simply a Charlottesville institution. Brian Fox, a New England escapee, founded Bodo’s in 1986. At that time, bagels were known as a northern dish. Only the Yanks ate the odd shaped bakery items and usually with something … [Read more...]

Many of us are now making, or have already made, plans for a summer vacation and Nags Head on the Outer Banks of North Carolina is a popular destination. Nancy and I like Nags Head because it’s more of a family beach, than the much-commercialized Virginia Beach. There are scads of things to do, the fishing is usually excellent and the food – ahhh, the food. There are some exceptional restaurants … [Read more...]

  There is a new restaurant in town. Well, it’s not exactly in town – it’s south of Ruckersville - and it’s not exactly new – it’s about 5 months old. It’s Coppersmith’s Food and Spirits. We ate there last week and I was delighted with my experience. The restaurant is located off Rt. 29 North, about halfway between Forest Lakes and Ruckersville, in the small shopping center with Dunkin’ … [Read more...]

One of Charlottesville’s most popular tourist destinations, right up there with Monticello, is Michie Tavern. Unquestionably Charlottesville’s oldest restaurant, Michie Tavern was established way back in 1784 by a Scottish Gentleman, William Michie. The Tavern was first sited in Earlysville, then moved near Monticello in 1927. At Michie Tavern, waiters and waitresses in period attire greet and … [Read more...]

CvilleBuzz reader and contributor, Sherman Shifflet, and I are always on the lookout for new and interesting places to eat. Sherman says he may have found another needle in the haystack. “Greg Barlow, my hunting buddy for the past 40 years, and I went to Richmond, today, and a friend recommended the Pickle Barrel Restaurant for breakfast,” Sherman noted. “He also said the place was good for … [Read more...]