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303 E. Main St. Charlottesville, VA 22902 Tel. 434-293-9526
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dining
craft
beverage
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nightlife
& culture
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Playful Southern cuisine: locally sourced ingredients presented in approachable, regionally-inspired dishes.
Downtown’s home for approachable cocktails as well as craft and locally brewed beers, served in a fun, unpretentious atmosphere.
6 Brunswick pool tables, live music, a safe place for Charlottesville's LGBTQ community, and Central VA's #1 spot for DJs and dancing.
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Rapture is a downtown Charlottesville institution
We’ve served the local community, as well its visitors, for over 2 decades. We’ve carried a selection of craft beer before it was called craft beer, and worked with local farmers before it was called farm-to-table. We’ve hosted a variety of local, regional, and national performers,
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Book an Event
We have flexible private mid-sized space where we can host a variety of events, from rehearsal dinners, to college date functions, birthday parties, and more! A dedicated bar, sound system, intelligent lighting, and multi-media capabilities make this the perfect room for your next occasion!
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GALLERY
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