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Savor Every Bite

in The Dining Room

Step into a dining experience that celebrates the legacy of Birdwood Mansion, where historic charm pairs effortlessly with seasonal flavors and gracious service. From elegant dinners to open-air garden gatherings, each meal is a moment to connect, indulge and savor.

Reserve A Table

For private celebrations, executive dinners, weddings, and special occasions, The Dining Room is available for exclusive use for groups of 20 or more. To begin planning your private dining experience, please inquire here.

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The Dining Room

The Dining Room at Birdwood Mansion offers an intimate dining experience celebrating the flavors of Virginia through seasonal ingredients, local partnerships, and refined culinary craftsmanship. Set within one of Charlottesville’s historic estates, each dinner pairs gracious hospitality with an elegant sense of place.

Open for dinner Wednesday through Sunday. Overnight guests staying on Monday and Tuesday are invited to dine at The Mill Room, Boar's Head Resort's signature restaurant.

For private dining and exclusive events for groups of 20 or more, please contact inquire here.

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An elegant dining room set for a meal, with white tablecloths, curved chairs, a service counter, and large windows overlooking greenery.

Breakfast & Brunch

The Dining Room is open to the public on select weekdays for breakfast and on weekends for an elegant à la carte brunch. Brunch features a curated selection of breakfast favorites, fresh seasonal salads, signature sandwiches and specialty entrées, offering guests a relaxed and refined dining experience in the historic surroundings of Birdwood Mansion.

Resident Guest Breakfast

Exclusively for resident guests, breakfast is served each morning in The Dining Room. Our à la carte breakfast menu features seasonal favorites, locally sourced ingredients and a daily Chef's Specialty, all thoughtfully prepared to provide a memorable start to your day.

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A bright sunlit dining corner with a white-clothed table set for two, elegant chairs, large windows, and a lush green garden view outside.

Afternoon Teas

Guests will enjoy timeless traditions and indulgences at our elegant afternoon tea served with a selection of premium loose-leaf teas in a charming and serene setting.

The presentation Includes an assortment of house-made pastries, freshly baked scones, delicate tea sandwiches and seasonal sweets.

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Hours of Operation

  • Dinner Service

    Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
    Friday & Saturday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

  • Breakfast and Weekend Brunch

    Breakfast: Wednesday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. (daily for resident guests)

    Weekend Brunch: Saturday & Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (open to the community)

  • Afternoon Tea

    Wednesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.