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The Shebeen

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4.5 of 5 stars 37 ratings
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2 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
15 May 2008

Great wine list but disappointing food. The chef put a french twist on the South African food and in my mind (as a south african) does not pull it off more

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4 of 5 stars
Vienna, Virginia
12 May 2008

My fiance and I ate here yesterday. We loved the African decor and music. We already very much want to go to South Africa, and visiting this restaurant really made us want to visit. There are wooden tables and booths, beautiful masks, baskets and prints on the walls. The menu was extensive (we came before 3 pm and could choose... more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
26 Apr 2008

A really fascinating menu, great South African wines. The only South African restaurant I know of in the States. Definitely worth a visit if you like trying something new. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
24 Feb 2008

Love it, however, it is becoming a bit boring as the menu hasn't changed in 3 years. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
11 Jan 2008

Good food, good bar, good times! more

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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
7 Jan 2008

Food is a mix of South African and British fare. The food is heavy and filling. Restaurant is a little sparse, but the bar is always full with football (soccar) and on the TV. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
6 Jan 2008

Great food and atmosphere but could use a bit more variety in the menu more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
25 Dec 2007

Oh my wow, the food is fab! more

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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
22 Dec 2007

great bar more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
29 Nov 2007

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The Shebeen Address

247 Ridge-McIntire Rd., Charlottesville, VA 22903
Tel: 434 296-3185
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