I’ve lived near Charlottesville for years, and one thing I’ve always found challenging is finding a good breakfast place. There are several options around town, but many are grab-and-go places. I have discovered a couple of locations with limited seating, though. One thing is that the best breakfast places near the University of Virginia are absolutely delicious. I will admit that our search is weekly after a good workout at ACAC. After all, a girl deserves a reward… right?
Best Breakfast Places Near the University of Virginia – UVA Charlottesville
The best grab-and-go bakeries with limited seating are:
1. MarieBette Café & Bakery
MarieBette is like Paris on a plate. They have two locations close but not on campus. It is fine after a quick bite; you can stroll around downtown at their Petite MarieBette location.
If you go to the larger location, just know tables are first-come, first-served. They do offer an order-ahead option that I highly recommend. The pastries are melt-in-your-mouth madness.
2. Albemarle Baking Company
This Charlottesville bakery leaves no doubt that their passion is evident in every bag. I suggest the Apple Pastry Cream Brioche.
It is frankly what heaven tastes like. My favorite cake in the entire world is their Princess Cake. I suggest grabbing a pastry for breakfast, a loaf of their artisan bread, and a slice of Princess Cake to hide from your family and eat all by yourself. You deserve it!
They are closed on Sundays and do offer an order-ahead option. They also have a few tables available…