Menu
Seasonal menus feature soups, salads, sandwiches, and more to keep you going throughout your visit. A children's menu featuring classics like macaroni and cheese, PB&J, and grilled cheese sandwiches is available year-round.
Located in the David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center, the Monticello Café menu rotates throughout the year, featuring grab-and-go options and made-to-order sandwiches, salads, shareable plates, desserts, and a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. The Café features indoor and outdoor seating adjoining the courtyard.
After lunch, visit Jefferson Vineyards for a curated flight of award-winning local wines.
Limited Item: French Onion Soup
As part of the Culinary Diplomacy program series, renowned chef and Food Network Star Aarti Sequeira developed a soup for our café drawing on inspiration from Jefferson's time in France. Available on the menu for a limited time so stop by today!
About the Café
- Open to the public: no tickets required
- Both indoor and outdoor seating
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Rotating menu features seasonal specials
- Box lunches for groups available
Hours of Operation
- The Café is open 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
- Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and Tuesdays January - February
- Check Monticello's Hours of Operation for weather closures
For more information, contact: (434) 365-0732
Menus and Featured Items
Wine, Beer, and Cider
A selection of Jefferson Vineyards wines, Blue Mountain Brewery ales made with honey and peaches harvested at Monticello, and a Castle Hill Cider Orchard Select Cider are available daily in the café and our onsite shops. Must be age 21+ to purchase and consume.
Boxed Lunches
Planning for a group tour or field trip? We've got you covered! Review our boxed lunch menu form then email the Café (cafe@monticello.org) to place your order. Pick-up during your visit and enjoy in our courtyard or picnic area.