Tonic - Charlottesville

Must order at the bar inside! Lack of communication and poor staffing killed the vibe here. The atmosphere irregardless of service was a very cozy one. The food was also very good. We a ricotta dish and an appetizer board which were both delicious. Location is prime to downtown as well, which is how we added this to our downtown food and brew tour.

The drink menu is INCREDIBLE. Very crafty, creative, flavorful, and interesting drinks. Definitely the best cocktail menu I have seen they use very high quality ingredients. The food was alright, it was plated very well and the presentation was on point. The food just didn?t live up to the presentation. Overall I will definitely come back here for drinks, but most likely not food.

Chef needs to be told the location of salt and pepper. He also needs to be reminded that food is supposed to have flavor in it. Good service, staff was pleasant the place was cute and welcoming. But the food was completely tasteless. Don?t waste your time here. If you want to run an upscale restaurant, please offer the value what the customer pays.

This is a new restaurant in Cville, securing the space formerly held by the Tin Whistle, across the street from the Police Station on Market St. A significant renovation has turned the indoors into a Swedish-themed space that is bright and open with a bar and about 6-8 tables, and the courtyard now boasts a large covered area with seating and a bar. Its quite pleasant and fresh. The menu offers a number of interesting appetizers, soups, salads, bowls, sandwiches and main

Nancy calls me on the phone ?Allan we must go to this restaurant I just passed by-tonight! ? Now that may not sound alarming to some but we NEVER go ?out? to restaurants these days or hardly ever. Well, it turned out to be the right move as Tonic is exceptional! A great mix of DIY ordering, unique menu, friendly service, and casual yet classy feeling overall. Go!