Smyrna Restaurant

Opened in June 2022, Smyrna has received notable mention from various sources. Located on the busy West Main Street in Charlottesville, a mere walking distance from UVA and the Downtown Mall, Smyrna strives to conform to the vibe set by the neighborhood, one of sheer diversity.

Smyrna’s dishes are inspired by an Aegean-Mediterranean cuisine, executed by chef Tarik Sengul. The use of locally sourced ingredients enhances each dish, by way of quality and taste. Sengul also draws inspiration from his experience working at fine dining restaurants in NYC, most notably Temple Court, Intersect by Lexus and L’Atelier de Joel Robuchon, where he worked with his mentor Christophe Bellanca. An open kitchen allows for guests to not only witness the preparation of dishes, but also to forge an interaction with usually off-limits kitchen staff. Smyrna endeavors to uphold its philosophy that all who enter are granted with an experience as delightful as it is unique.