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Review:
Located in an alley on one of the side streets off Charlottesville’s historic Downtown Mall, The Alley Light is a charming bistro-style restaurant that serves French-inspired fare in an elegant setting. The restaurant serves a menu of shared boards and platters, three- or four-course dinners, and decadent desserts, along with handcrafted cocktails, Old-world wines from, craft beers by the bottle or on tap, and other classic and seasonal drinks. Signature shared plates include Rhubarb Carpaccio and Foie Gras 'Brulee', Wild Mushroom Risotto, Lamb Carpaccio with Parmesan, Fresh Sheep Ricotta with Crispy Prosciutto and Peas, and Braised Halibut Steak with Mussels, and Saffron Broth. The Alley Light is open for dinner only, Tuesday through Sunday.
108 2nd St SW, Charlottesville, VA 22902, Phone: 434-296-5003
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