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Petit Pois Restaurant is a classic French bistro on Charlottesville’s Downtown mall, offering traditional French dishes from Mussels to Trout Amandine and Coq Au Vin to Beignets. Join us on our patio to enjoy the weather or in our quaint dining room to escape the rain.
Locally sourced French dishes paired with wine in cute bistro quarters with a shaded patio.
Hours
| Friday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–8 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 201 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Phone: (434) 979-7647
Website: http://www.petitpoisrestaurant.com/
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French bistro in downtown Charlottesville serving lunch and dinner.
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Reviews
Ali H
Petit Pois is one of my favorite spots in town. I’ve been many times, and it never disappoints. The service is always warm and attentive, with great attention to detail that makes every visit feel special. The menu is consistently excellent. I especially love the risotto, salmon, trout, and French onion soup; all beautifully prepared and full of flavor. The lunch pricing makes it easy to enjoy a small luxury without breaking the bank. Another big plus: they allow pets on the patio, which makes it the perfect place when my mother visits with her service animal. Thoughtful touches like that show how much Petit Pois values all their guests. Highly recommend for anyone looking for quality food, gracious service, and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
… moreSarah Dugas
Perfect little bistro! Walked in for lunch not knowing Starting with the knowledgeable and friendly staff to the cute patio seating we were so happy. Then the FOOD came…and my whole family was thrilled with every dish! Perfectly cooked and seasoned from lobster bisque, mussels and chicken liver mousse to the burger and trout almandine, everything was delicious. I highly recommend visiting whenever possible 🙂
… morePaul Tuscano
Excellent French restaurant. The prices were very agreeable. The food tastes great. The lobster bisque was light and tasty, though I would have preferred pieces of lobster over shrimp or no shrimp at all. The Trout Almondine was excellent. I enjoyed it very much and would get it again. My son had the salmon and was hoping for more flavor. The salad was very good
… moreAhri A
Petit Pois is a cozy, intimate spot that nails the balance between comfort food and elevated bistro fare. The atmosphere feels warm and relaxed, perfect for a date night or a chill evening with close friends. I was impressed by their thoughtful beer selection, which pairs nicely with the dishes—something you don’t always see done this well.
The pork chop was a standout, especially thanks to the rich, savory gravy that brought it all together. But the real star? The PEI mussels in white sauce. Absolutely unreal. We went through four rounds of bread just to soak up every drop—yes, it’s that good.
Service was quick, smooth, and friendly. The staff made us feel welcome without hovering, and they were super easy to work with. All in all, Petit Pois is a gem. Definitely worth a visit (or several).
… moreThe pork chop was a standout, especially thanks to the rich, savory gravy that brought it all together. But the real star? The PEI mussels in white sauce. Absolutely unreal. We went through four rounds of bread just to soak up every drop—yes, it’s that good.
Service was quick, smooth, and friendly. The staff made us feel welcome without hovering, and they were super easy to work with. All in all, Petit Pois is a gem. Definitely worth a visit (or several).
Caylea
First time trying Petit Pois and we had a great meal! Each course was delicious and the service was very friendly and fun. Only qualm was the pacing, we specifically asked them to space out our courses but instead everything came within 30 minutes — our mains delivered about 10 minutes after we got 2 appetizers. We also felt like we had to wait to ask for another drink as multiple servers were addressing our table.
… moreChris Taylor
Visited the city with some friends and got dinner here. The staff were very engaging and fun and we enjoyed chatting with them about the menu. The food was great. I enjoyed the soup and pork. The pork was good but I liked everyone else’s food a little more. Had a really nice time and would definitely go back.
… moreRyder Sadler
Had a great experience at Petit Pois this evening. We had crab cakes, coq au vin, and the hanger steak. All were delicious. Great environment with lovely service. Look forward to being back in warmer weather!
… moreMargaret Pliazhuk
Amazing food! French onion soup, ratatouille, trout, gnocchi (my favorite) – every dish we ordered was absolutely delicious! The outside seating area is beautiful and cozy. Even though you’re sitting near the walking street, the seating area is separated by tall and thick greenery so even when people walk by it still feels private. On Saturday afternoon when we were dining there were a few musicians that set up to play beautiful live music that added extra charm! The waitress and the servers were timely, professional, and pleasant. I’ve had a great time here!
… moreDanny Lampton
This is definitely one of my favorite restaurants on the whole downtown mall. It’s both elegant and casual. The prices are agreeable and the food is excellent — better than most places on the mall that charge much more. Their patio surrounded by greenery is just lovely to chill on. And I haven’t had one bad experience with the staff. They’ve all been friendly, welcoming and charming.
The salmon dish is my absolute favorite — when the salmon is not overcooked it’s actually one of my favorite dishes, ever. The mussels are also fantastic. The Chardonnay pairs well with both. The menu at large is intriguing and diverse yet simple.
Keep going guys, and I’ve got your back!
… moreThe salmon dish is my absolute favorite — when the salmon is not overcooked it’s actually one of my favorite dishes, ever. The mussels are also fantastic. The Chardonnay pairs well with both. The menu at large is intriguing and diverse yet simple.
Keep going guys, and I’ve got your back!
Ava B
So so good. The food is great. We got the burger and fish. The fish had a crispy crunch on the outside and it made it sooo good. The burger was simple but the flavors were so good.
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