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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.

Our culinary philosophy is deeply rooted in Virginia’s rich agricultural traditions with locally sourced ingredients including fresh produce, mushrooms and our own signature honey harvested right here on the estate. Every dish is thoughtfully crafted to reflect a sense of place — refined yet inviting, classic yet current.

Whether you’re discovering new flavors, sharing laughs with friends or simply taking in the view, every meal here is more than a moment, it’s a story worth savoring.

Use the links below to book a historically elegant dining experience.

Reserve for Dinner    Reserve for Breakfast    Reserve for Brunch

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.

    Breakfast includes nonalcoholic beverages, homemade biscuits with seasonal preserves and traditional accompaniments

    Weekend Brunch: Saturday & Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

    Includes a brunch entrée, nonalcoholic beverage and Cream Tea service featuring an abbreviated afternoon tea presentation with a three-tier display of pastries, baked goods and seasonal preserves.

  • Afternoon Tea

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

    Includes a three-tier display of pastries, baked goods and seasonal preserves, along with a selection of tea sandwiches.

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Dine with Us

Spring at Birdwood

This spring, our culinary team presents an elegantly curated seasonal menu celebrating the finest Virginia ingredients at their peak. Each dish is thoughtfully composed with precision and artistry, capturing the freshness and refinement of the season.

We look forward to welcoming you to a new and historically elegant dining experience that is designed to be savored, shared and remembered.

Birdwood Mansion

UVA Graduation Dining

University of Virginia Final Exercises

Celebrate UVA's graduation weekend with an elevated dining experience at The Dining Room at Birdwood Mansion on May 15 and 16. This special prix-fixe dinner menu features up to four selections for each course, thoughtfully crafted to showcase the season’s finest flavors in an elegant and intimate setting.

Reserve Your Table

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Elegance in Every Glass

Wine enthusiasts will find much to savor at Birdwood. Our curated wine pairings highlight regional Virginia vineyards alongside global selections, each chosen to enhance the flavors and stories of our seasonal menus. Whether enjoying a private tasting, a vineyard-inspired dinner or simply a glass on the garden terrace, wine is an integral part of the Birdwood experience.

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

Brunch & Afternoon Teas

Guests can also enjoy timeless traditions and weekend indulgences like our elegant afternoon tea served with a selection of estate-blend teas, delicate savories and handcrafted pastries in a charming and serene setting. View afternoon tea information.

On weekends, unwind with a leisurely brunch at Birdwood, featuring regionally inspired dishes, seasonal ingredients and warm welcoming hospitality.