Red Pump Kitchen - Charlottesville

Italian, Mediterranean, Bars
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Red Pump Kitchen

Red Pump Kitchen
3.9 / 5 (2295 reviews)

Description

The restaurant offers a mix of positive and negative experiences, with highlights including delicious food such as the carbonara pizza and homemade cavatelli with local mushrooms. The service, while attentive, can be slow and inconsistent for some diners. The ambiance is charming, and the outdoor garden setting is lovely. Overall, the restaurant offers delightful dishes like the beef tenderloin and coffee cheesecake, but some items like the garlic shrimp appetizer and bass can miss the mark. Despite these inconsistencies, the restaurant is still recommended for its excellent food, engaging staff, and pleasant atmosphere.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Doris

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★ 3.9 / 5 from 2295 reviews
asha12
30.11.2022

The food is always amazing. We had great wine and cheese plate, and delicious handmade pasta! Service was amazing!!

norma12
30.11.2022

Clay was a wonderful server! He was knowledgeable about the wines pairing well with food.

claudio04
30.11.2022

We love Red Pump! It is our favorite restaurant in Charlottesville

crempel-3
13.06.2025

I visit this restaurant roughly once a month for work dinners. Overall, my experiences have been mostly positive, though there have been a few occasions that were disappointing enough to make me think twice about returning. The atmosphere is lively and enjoyable, and they have a fantastic selection of wine and cocktails. However, the food can be hit or miss. Depending on your preferences, you might find that some dishes are overly complicated. Nevertheless, the prices are quite reasonable for what you receive.

roger-shields-school
17.05.2024

The restaurant unexpectedly closed to the public without any prior notice. We had a reservation confirmed through Resy, but when we arrived, we discovered that they were shut down.

Menu

  • Pizzette

    Carbonara Pizzete
    Carbonara Pizzete

    Roasted Garlic Panna; Fontina; Pancetta; Black Pepper; Local Farm Egg

    $16.9
    Spicy Salumi Pizzette
    Spicy Salumi Pizzette

    Pomodoro; Fior di Latte; Balsamico

    $16.9
  • Main

    Butternut Squash Al Forno
    Butternut Squash Al Forno

    Burrata; Savory Walnut Granola; Preserved Golden Raisins

    $18.9
    Salmon Poached In Olive Oil
    Salmon Poached In Olive Oil

    Toasted Quinoa; Friggitello Pepper Conserva; Manakintowne Greens

    $22.9
  • Italian

    L 'Isola Dei Profumi 'Il Bianco ', Cataratto, Grecanico, Sicily, 2013
    L 'Isola Dei Profumi 'Il Bianco ', Cataratto, Grecanico, Sicily, 2013

    Soft & flinty; floral

    $29.8
    Argiolas Rosato, Rosé Of Cannanou , Sardinia, 2014
    Argiolas Rosato, Rosé Of Cannanou , Sardinia, 2014
    $33.8

FAQ

The second closest stop is Starlight Express Bus, located 736 meters away.

The restaurant is a non-smoking restaurant.

You can also enjoy gluten-free menus at the place.

The restaurant is accessible and can therefore also be used with a wheelchair or physiological limitations.

The restaurant accepts the common credit cards.

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