Sal's Caffe Italia – Italian
This charming neighborhood gem welcomes guests with the comforting aroma of slow-simmered pomodoro and toasted garlic wafting from a kitchen where hand-rolled pastas and golden-crusted breads take center stage. The atmosphere hums with the soulful simplicity of traditional Italian home cooking, creating a space where every meal feels like a festive gathering among old friends. Soft lighting and the rhythmic clink of wine glasses complete the experience, inviting diners to linger over bottles of Chianti and house-made dolci long after the final course.
221 East Main Street, Charlottesville VA 22902 https://salscaffeitalia.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, aip, alkaline, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Friday
- 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- Saturday
- 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- Sunday
- 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the comforting lasagna and the signature pink lady pasta, with many guests highlighting the exceptional quality of the fresh bread. Celebrated for its flexible indoor and outdoor seating options, the experience is further enhanced by a pleasant staff noted for their welcoming and attentive service.
Menu
Catering Trays
Sal’s Catering orders are for pick up only between 4:30pm- 6:00pm. Trays feed 4-6 people. Orders over $300 must be ordered 48 hours in advance.
- Catering Tray (Feeds 4-6) - $300: Assorted authentic Italian recipes from Sal's family kitchen. Please call for specific dish availability. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
A wide range of thoughtfully selected Italian wines and craft cocktails.
- Italian Wine (Glass) - $10: Selection of mostly Italian wines from sustainable family-owned vineyards. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Italian Wine (1/2 Carafe) - $20: Selection of mostly Italian wines from sustainable family-owned vineyards.
- Italian Wine (Bottle) - $40: Selection of mostly Italian wines from sustainable family-owned vineyards. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Craft Cocktail - $12: Made with fresh ingredients and quality liquors. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
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