$$$$Precio: Moderado • Regional americana (Sureña) • Charlottesville
Mockingbird: Where Southern Charm Meets Virginia BountyLocated in Charlottesville's Belmont neighborhood, Mockingbird is a destination for those who appreciate Southern cuisine with a modern twist. Chef Melissa Close-Hart, an Alabamian, passionately crafts a menu that highlights Virginia's fresh, seasonal ingredients while honoring Southern flavors.Step into our beautifully restored 19th-century building and enjoy a lively bar and inviting atmosphere. Sunlight fills the space, showcasing exposed brick walls and elegant wood floors. Choose between cozy indoor seating or vibrant outdoor patio to soak in the neighborhood's charm.Our menu features Southern classics reimagined with creativity. Start with our signature biscuit basket, served with honey butter, pepper jelly, and apple butter. For appetizers, try the fried green tomatoes with whipped pimento cheese or crispy Double H Farms pork belly. For main course, savor our Southern shrimp and grits, featuring NOLA-style BBQ shrimp.