CONMOLE

I am from central Mexico, so I have a preference for spicy red mole with yellow rice, but also enjoy mole poblano. Having said that, I visited Conmole with open an mind, and I was excited to try the regional varieties from Oaxaca. We ordered empanadas, tamales, mole de frijol negro, and mole juagillo. My favorite was the mole de juagillo, but the absolute star of the night was the tamal de huitlacoche. I thoroughly enjoyed the complexity of flavors, the texture and the sauce. I’m very pleased and would go back, however the tres leches chocolate cake was a bit dry. I don’t think it does justice to a traditional tres leches, but I appreciate the vision (offering the chocolate version and adding the milk mix right before serving).

Most authentic Mexican I have found in Charlottesville! Cozy spot with a friendly staff! Laura was absolutely amazing!! The menu can be a little intimidating as it is in Spanish but Laura walked me through all the dishes with detailed descriptions. Plates are great for sharing. We got empanadas, steak and the barbacoa. We also had margaritas to drink. Everything was SO GOOD! We will definitely be back!

We were seated quickly by a very friendly staff member. I got the margarita and it was lovely. Well balanced, with a salt rim that wasn't too heavy. We got a tamale first and that's when I knew we were in for a treat, the masa was so smooth, the chicken soft and the sauce was incredible. This was one of those silent table kind of meals. We were too busy eating for conversation! Next we got the mole negro, which we got with chicken, and oh God. It fell off the bone, the sauce was incredible, warm and comforting and complex with a sweet heat that built up to be perfect. I could eat this all day! Overall, this place has fantastic shareable portions of amazing Mexican food in an adorable little restaurant.

If you’re looking for authentic, fresh, and delicious food then make this your spot! We celebrated my partners birthday here on a friend’s recommendation, and we will definitely be back. My partner is from Veracruz/Hidalgo, and the food brought back memories of his childhood and was the perfect blend of comfort and elegance. Our server, Andrew I believe, was attentive and friendly and informative without ever being overbearing- we never had an empty glass or dirty dish for longer than 30 seconds before it was replaced and they were pretty busy while we were there. The dishes were well timed by the staff and cooked perfectly, Andrew’s recommendations were spot on and delicious, the place itself was clean and beautifully designed, and we walked away full and happy! We got the calabaza (zucchini with pumpkin seeds and a chipotle crema), mole with shrimp and a mole with chicken, octopus, and the Halibut and we were impressed by each one.

Where do I even begin about Conmole? Every time we arrive, we are greeted like old friends - everyone is always kind and welcoming. The food is unbelievably good - authentic Oaxacan (derived from the owners family) that is deliciously fresh and packed with SOOOOO much flavor! The margaritas are among the best I've ever had (I've had my share - don't judge). It is truly one of our favorite restaurants in C'ville. If you're looking for chips and salsa, then this is not the place for you - but if you want a truly delicious meal (that is, dare I say, relatively healthy?!), then check them out. I dare you not to crave just about everything on their menu...

Conmole has quickly become one of my favorite restaurants in Charlottesville. I feel like the word “gem” can be overused with regard to restaurants, but it’s an apt term in this case. It’s so unique in both its food and its service model—this is not your average Mexican restaurant. Their Oaxacan cuisine is absolutely delicious, and the way that they serve shareable smaller plates one by one is refreshing and allows you to try different things but not get too full or end up ordering too much food (you can always add more!). Every server I’ve met has been knowledgeable, friendly, and excited to explain the dishes, especially to those who are trying something new. It’s also in the Belmont neighborhood, which is relatively close to the downtown mall, but still hidden away enough that it doesn’t feel as crowded or busy. Parking is easy on nearby side streets with just a short walk. I brought my super-introverted vegetarian husband there for Valentine’s Day last night. While he isn’t one to dine out at all and is often disappointed by limited vegetarian options (or options that just seem like a lazy afterthought), he does love Mexican food, especially if they include flavorful hot sauces. Conmole has a plethora of choices for him, and they’re even happy to alter most meat dishes when possible. They also ask about allergies and preferences up front (a practice that all restaurants should really adopt.) We ordered three existing vegetarian choices: the mushroom empanada, the “calabaza” (grilled zucchini with chipotle cream cheese, roasted pumpkin seeds, queso fresco, and mint), and the cauliflower mole guajillo, plus agua fresca (I’ve tried all three—the hibiscus is my favorite!) and flan for dessert. My husband doesn’t even like mushrooms or onions, and he loved the empanada, in part due to dipping it in a special chile de árbol hot sauce that the waiter offered him instead of the cilantro crema (he has the unfortunate cilantro soap gene, but hot sauce is 100% his thing). The sauce was clearly made in house fresh, just like everything else; it took time to come out, and it didn’t just burn your face off—it was spicy, but it actually had a ton of flavor, so it didn’t miss the mark like others often do when they just focus on heat. The “calabaza” was fantastic and a really interesting combination of flavors and textures. I’m pretty food adventurous, but the mix of chipotle cream cheese and mint sounded a little strange even to me. It definitely won me over, though—I’m sorry that I questioned it! Everything we ordered was incredible, but the standout for me had to be the mole guajillo. I wanted to drink the remaining sauce from the dish after we were done, and I overheard the table next to us requesting theirs to go (and the waiter hinting that they should reheat it alongside a fried egg, which sounded absolutely amazing). If you’re afraid of the idea of mole because it’s been drilled into your head that it’s some weird savory chocolate sauce, this is your sign to forget what you think you know and visit conmole to re-learn what mole is and can be. There are many mole choices on their menu, as the name implies, and you shouldn’t leave without tasting at least one of them. We were both pleasantly full with the three dishes (I took my flan to go), and my husband loved the whole experience, which is not a small feat for a dining establishment to achieve in his world. We will most definitely be back!

A wonderful and flavorful journey. Our service was prompt, kind, and very helpful. I'd suggest one or two dishes per person you have at the table. The dishes are so packed with flavor you will leave happy regardless of how much you order.

We went to Conmole on a busy Friday night and the service was great! They were friendly and attentive throughout the night. We had the tamales, chorizo empanadas, ceviche tostada and enfrijolada with meat. Everything was good and I’d recommend that you pay a visit.

We had a terrific dinner at Conmole last night. The halibut ceviche special was so fresh and tasty. We then split the mole guajillo with pork ribs and the pulpo for dinner. The food was excellent and the service was terrific. I appreciated that the dishes came out of the kitchen sequentially. My margarita was very good, smooth. We sat outside and were impressed that every table has a personal fan overhead, keeping the air moving even in summer.

I really enjoyed Conmole. We had drinks and my friend and I split the carne asada. Really flavorful, tender cut and prepared medium which is how I like it. We sat in the heated enclosed patio and it was 30 outside. Never noticed. Super comfortable.

Great food, great service and great vibe. Best mole I've had outside of Mexico. All-star dishes include the carnitas and the pulpo. Both are perfectly cooked and packed with flavor. Spicing is there, but not overpowering. The point is flavor not showing off max capsaicin. Drinks list is short but solid. Same with the overall menu. This is about quality not all-you can eat corp Tex-Mex big box. Apps: Reservations via Resy (recommended as this place is super popular). Limited (No Take out Fridays and Saturdays) online takeout orders via Toast.

I am not a huge mole person, but I wondered if that was just because I've not had it done right. Or because this sauce is usually offered with non-vegetarian meals. This restaurant offered a potential solution to both issues, so I figured I'd give it a try. The neighborhood is quite cramped, and the restaurant itself has a smallish feel with only one bathroom. It was busy on a warm summer evening, but the only question was whether I would get a table outdoors or in. Indoors, it turned out. Their menu is mostly based around mole but does have a few other flavors, and most of them are available "no carne". Unlike a lot of Mexican food, the cuisine here was not built around dairy at all; some menu items listed a dusting of cheese on top but this was a place that was used to handling special dietary needs and it would not be hard to get a satisfying vegan meal here. Even though I'm not a cauliflower person, I still had enough choices that I had to think, and ended up settling on a black mole with corn cakes, green beans, and avocado. This freed me up to get a mushroom empanada as an appetizer. The empanada was flaky to the extreme and I was surprised it was only one, but the flavors were interesting and I appreciated the local mushrooms. The main attraction was more impressive. The sauce had a hint of chocolate, but it wasn't weird or overwhelming, and spicy, nutty flavors shone through, which worked very well with the corn cakes. It was the kind of thing that makes you think about licking the plate. A pomegranate agua fresca was sparkly and delivered a flavor kick. Not seeing a ton of dessert options open in Charlottesville, I went for a mango berry coconut dessert which had nice fresh berries but oddly not quite as much of a mango flavor as I'd hoped. It's on the pricey side for a casual restaurant, but the cuisine was both redolent of another culture but also distinctively local, and worth coming for.

This is our favorite dinner spot in Charlottesville! Every time we visit I make sure to get a reservation! Amazing customer service, food and ambience.

Fortunately, we HAVE had the opportunity to dine AUTHENTIC Oaxac's- both in the State of Oaxaca and in Mexico City. Conmole is NOT serving authentic Oaxacan food by any means. Conmole is an embarrassment to both Oaxcan and Mexican food, a poor if not disgraceful imitation of Mole, its flavor and its origin. Conmole tries to copy Enrique Olivera's Michelin Star Pujol's food with devastating results. YES! the prices are up there but the food is NOT worth eating. The manager -server- owners have the audacity to serve a store-bought Chocolate sheet cake served with diluted evaporated milk and called it a "TRES LECHES CAKE", who do they think they are fooling.? This "joint" is in the middle of an "up and coming" Belmont neighborhood -- with new money, whose habitants may be fooled once (but not twice). Inside was too loud, so we opted to sit on the patio... regardless of teh "heaters", it was cold and not pleasant. The tent with its uncomfortable metal chairs and patio are not to be desired, - and to add an arrogant manager and server! (whose attitude and demeanor is not characteristic of the grand hospitality of the Mexican people! Once can eat better food at the Old Fuel Gas Station. Do not waste your time, money --

What kind of Mexican joint doesn't have chips and salsa? LOL probably the most disappointing news of my day. Cute little restaurant with a small indoor dining space, but a much bigger outdoor covered area. With the limited menu options, we decided to start with the Empanada (con carne). That's right, a single empanada for $12. A bit excessive after spending a couple of weeks in South America enjoying all the empanadas i wanted. It was a good empanada, like many others that I've tried. Our party of two also shared the Calamares la Mexicana and Mole Negro con carne. The Calamares was cooked with rice and had a lot of flavor. The Chicken Mole Negro was pretty standard for mole. The chicken was very tender and went well with the mole and side of rice. Service was fast and friendly. Still slightly upset about the lack of chips and salsa.

The food is amazing. I love the concept of a restaurant that's focused on mole...we tried a couple different types and loved all of them. Great options for our group which leans vegetarian/pescatarian. Margaritas were also delicious. The chef/owner was walking around all evening and was super friendly and personable. It was cool to have a chance to talk to him for a bit, he's obviously very passionate about his food and it shows. I have mixed feelings about the service...the chef was clearly awesome and our waitress was very sweet and helpful. Meanwhile, the hostess kindly offered to accommodate us at an indoor table but then did a complete Jekyll and Hyde and FREAKED when we sat down I guess before she had completely finished cleaning the table off (looked clean to us?!). She then threw our dishes at us and stormed away. I still have whiplash lol. It was too bad because everything else was so great and it stinks that one sour grape had to bring down our opinion of the entire establishment.

Incredible food, empanadas, entrees and desert! The margaritas were so refreshing and perfectly made! The Pipian Verde was amazing!!! Total Blue Zone goodness with a sassy personality! My three friends also loved their dishes!

Went back AGAIN...with friends. Food was great. Server seemed to be annoyed by something. Told us the restaurant was family style and then encouraged us to order like 10 dishes. That's crazy. We each got one entree and called it a night. Food was great as usual but the vibe was off tonight. Still highly recommended. Dinner for five plus four drinks was $229 with the mandatory 20% gratuity.

The food and service were quite good, but is it really appropriate to be allowing a filming crew to use your space on a busy Saturday evening? A crew for a very well known "reality" TV series about strangers potentially getting married within a short amount of time was present outside. While sitting inside, we could see what appeared to be a producer and an assistant going to table and asking people to sign release forms. Once we read what the show was, I said no. And the production assistant seemed surprised that the form mentioned the show specifically! I would imagine the restaurant was getting some sort of benefit here, but what about us? A billion-dollar company couldn't be bothered to cover a few dinners in exchange for the use of several faces on TV?

Conmole serves deliciously authentic Oaxacan dishes. Halibut ceviche was delicious. We also sampled an empanada, followed by chicken mole and a delicious hanger steak dish. all delicious. we took home the leftover mole sauce from our chicken dish. The margarita and Mojito were also delicious.

We planned a family reunion weekend to celebrate our patriarch's 85th birthday. He and his wife love visiting Oaxaca, so the menu at CONMOLE was a perfect match. Sometimes things look good on paper, but the reality doesn't live up. Conmole looked perfect on paper - and the whole experience was even better. Benos was easy to work with in planning, and accommodating to several dietary issues. But most of all, the food was AMAZING!! The tamales, empañadas, avocado relleno, and ceviche were out of this world! The portions were beyond generous too, and the cocktails terrific! If life brings me back to Cville, Conmole will be top of the list!

I came here with a friend, and we tried the Margarita, Chicken Tamale, Coliflor, Ceviche, and Chicken Mole. I thought all the entrees were tasty and cooked well. My favorites were their Ceviche and the Chicken Mole, and I would definitely order these again in a heartbeat.   The classic margarita was good but not amazing. It was tasty but not strong enough to my liking. And in my opinion, there are better tasting margs for cheaper in Charlottesville. It wasn't bad but it also wasn't the best margarita I've ever had.   The Chicken Tamale was good. It was very comforting. The tamale was perfectly cooked, had a nice mild spice level, and was moist inside.   The Coliflor was good too. The sauce leaned on the sour and acidic side. I wasn't a fan of the slight sourness, but my friend really liked it. And I appreciate the carefully constructed flavor profile of the dish. I liked how the acidic sauce cut through the fattiness of the egg.   The Ceviche was really bright and refreshing. It had the perfect acidity. Super delicious.   The Chicken Mole was amazing. I could take a bath in the sauce. I liked that the dish had a nice balance between sweet and bitter. And the chicken was cooked perfectly.   Overall, Conmole was amazing and everything I tried tasted great. I can't wait to come back and try the other items on their menu.

Authentic Cozy Just go Go Go Serve tortillas with all dishes though and in a tortillera :)

Amazing food!! And when I mean amazing I mean that you need to order the carnitas! Pomegranate margarita was very good too! Fun Mexican spot with friendly service and lots of dishes to share. Would be perfect for a date or to come with a group of friends. I would definitely come back! It's nice that they have indoor and outdoor seating. Parking can be tough in this area as there are a few restaurants and only really street parking.

The food was hit or miss, and mostly overpriced. The mole dish was good, but the tamales were watery and mushy. A $5.00 side of vegetables was tasty, but small. The margaritas were great - maybe even worth the price! No complaints on the service!

Amazing! My grandmother, who is Mexican, was visiting. I was nervous because usually she spends the meal talking about how her x is better than their x. Not the case here! She says she will direct anyone passing by the area straight to Conmole. My favorite dish by far was the carnitas served with blue corn tortillas. I don't think I've ever had pork prepared a better way. Heads up: everything is served family style unless you say otherwise (better that way, so you get to try everything!)

What a treat! I went to Mexico City earlier this year, and have been craving that style of food. Conmole did not disappoint! We did the Conmole package with the pork tamale, chicken empanada, and the mole negro. We also added on the scallop ceviche. Ordering online was easy and it was ready right on time. When I went to pick up the food, I realized it was an ENORMOUS quantity. We ended up having everything but the rice and chicken mole for dinner, and then had the leftovers for lunch the following day. Getting 4 portions out of one order is never bad. The ceviche was fresh and delish, and the tamale and empanada were both very savory. We were also pleasantly surprised with how good the coliflor was! The mole definitely reminded me of the mole I had in CDMX, with an almost chocolate flavor. I can be a little snobby about food, especially coming from a big city, but this place can hold its own with the best of the DC restaurants. Will definitely be back!

I have never had Oaxacan food before so I was very excited to try this place! Firstly the ambiance is very cozy and inviting. Our waitress was phenomenal and super helpful and attentive. We really appreciated her taking the time to walk us through the various dishes and giving us her recs. We got the grilled octopus which I thought was just alright. It was a bit dryer than I would like. The sauce helped but it is definitely very spicy!! The other appetizer (cannot remember the name) was delicious!! I could have had like 5 of those plantain things. The mole negro is definitely a winner. We got the mole negro con pollo as well which I'm retrospect we should have gotten a different type of mole to try but I was very happy with the entree dish as well. The chicken was literally falling off the bone. You didn't need teeth to eat it. Overall, this place is 10/10. Wonderful date night spot to try!!

OMG! Everything is so delicious! Visiting from CA where we have an abundance of Mexican restaurants from which to choose - this place far exceeded our expectations. Standouts: - Empanada - Carne Asada - Chicken Mole And, on top of the great food, the service was tremendous as well!

Fabulous. Great Margaritas. Had Chicken Mole, chili Relleno and chorizo empanada. Excellent. Great service too. Thank you for a great experience.

I really loved the food and special cocktails. The moles and meats and tacos were all excellent we had 6 and all were satisfied with their meals. Sadly, my wife rated the normal margaritas as less than average. We have been spoiled by some top shelf margaritas at another restaurant near where we live. But it really was not stellar compared to the food. I would love some mezcal inspired drinks and Cadillac margs to take the experience over the top. Please work on the classic drinks so they match the food.

Never have had a disappointing meal here. Staff is extremely accommodating and personable. Food can sometimes be salty (which I don't see as a bad thing). Veggie empanadas are some of the best. Good for vegetarians and pescatarians.

Holy Mole! Mole makes it to C'ville. There is, still, every reason for every Molifarian pilgrim to make their travels to the Blue Iguana, some time again in the distant future (and new reality) to dine at that Palace of Mole. But who knows when that'll be. So we have Conmole, (neé Comal), in the compact shack of a past-life BBQ joint. It's pretty, narrow, and cozy. We caught it for three dishes-- cauliflower with green mole, shrimp tacos, and a brown mole over chicken legs. I'd say these made a perfect troika, but the clear ling was the Bird. That brown mole was fabulous- cinnamony, chocolatey, piquant, missing only more bread to soak up after the chicken was gone. Do Not Miss that Dish. We are in strange times, when restaurants, slim margin business already, will struggle for survival as we hunker down in our home igloos. I am rooting hard for this restaurant to survive.

My husband and I stumbled upon Comal during their soft opening a few weeks ago and are excited to see where this new local small plates Mexican restaurant will go as they get more established! We met the owner who was spoke with such love and passion for the food, and when you taste it, I can see why. It is definitely pricey for the portion size , but the food is cooked well. I believe the menu is intended to change based on the season, and we shared 4 plates and a dessert. Our favorites were 1) the carne asada - perfectly cooked medium rare with delicious homemade corn tortillas and 2) the fish tacos which were topped with very fresh pico de gallo. I found the shrimp to be a little too salty for my taste and the mole to be average. For dessert, we had tres leches which was a great way to end the meal; it was different from other tres leches I've had before in that it was presented in a parfait style. We will definitely come back when looking for a fancy dinner date and they're more established!

Delicious food! Conmole has limited seating inside and outside, so having a reservation is a must. We visited in the winter and sat inside and were a little chilly because the front door opened with regularity as the waitstaff delivered food and drinks to outdoor tables. We split an order of the picaditos, empanadas no carne, and enfrijoladas no carne. Everything we tried was delicious with a nice warmth from the spice without being overpowering. I would happily recommend Conmole to anyone.

We have been to Conmole twice now and each time it was amazing! We had our waitress (also amazing) help pick out our meal and she picked out such great food! This is fabulous Southern Mexican - not the crud you get with dog food beans and unlimited chips and salsa. If you want that, don't eat at Conmole. If you want authentic food, deep in flavor and depth, eat here! You will not be disappointed. The review that said "you have to like Mole" could not be further from the truth. We dined with two others each time we were there and not one dish contained "mole".

Every dish was amazingly tasteful. So fresh and flavorful. We dined outside and all staff were very friendly and attentive. We ordered the halibut ceviche, flank steak empanadas, carnitas, shrimp mole, and the flan cheesecake. All were delicious. The black bean mole is out of this world. Highly recommend!!

This was the type of meal I never wanted to end! Great place for sharing so you can try more things! We got: coliflor (cauliflower with green mole), guajillo mole, and the mussels. Everything was amazing - I have nothing bad to say and am salivating just thinking about it all. Such savory, complex, unique flavors to all their dishes. The ribs we had with the guajillo mole completely fell off the bone and the cauliflower was the perfect pan sear and texture. We were so lucky to snag the last table outside (reservation only!). I was worried about being cold, but each table is seated right under a heater, so it's honestly not bad at all! Such friendly and helpful service too! MUST VISIT.

Everything sings in perfect harmony at this restaurant! The cocktails are creative (loved the Mezcaltini). The moles are all different and delicious. The octopus was so tender, but watch out for the hot sauce, it will make you sweat!!! Both desserts were good, personally, I loved the flan cheesecake.

Traveling to Charlottesville for business and frankly, never did I picture myself finding a good Mexican food place, much less traditional Oaxaca mole negro. Boy, did this place prove me wrong! Excellent excellent excellent mole negro. Perfect combination of chocolate and chile. Good portion with a leg and thigh and a good side of Mexican rice. I also had a Jamaica (hibiscus) aqua fresca which was was "con gas" (sparkling) and a great as well. Refreshing without overly sweet. I was able to get in early on a weeknight, but this place does brisk business so make a reservation for sure. Parking is good with an adjacent pay parking. If I had to give constructive criticism...$3 for a "side" of corn tortillas I thought was a bit much. Mole is supposed to be enjoyed with tortillas so I think it should be included with the meal.

Super delicious Oaxacan Mexican cuisine. They have a TON of vegetarian options that are creative and delicious. Some items can be made vegan as well. Everything we ordered was fresh and delicious. The vegetarian tamale was fun and the mole sauce was delicious. We ordered online and they brought the food to our car. There was a parking lot too, which is nice for the Belmont area. Our order was correct, (which is happening less and less on our takeout orders). If you're looking for creative, vegetarian, Mexican cuisine I'd recommend this restaurant.

The flavors here are amazing! We finally had a chance to check the restaurant that made The Best Thing I Ate All Year on Charlottesville 29 three separate times. The place is tiny, so we emailed that morning to get on the list but also went early at 5:15 to get ahead of any rush. To drink we had Mexicos which were full of fresh mint and lots of flavor. To eat, we started with the weekly special items of pulpo (octopus) and cauliflower with green mole. Both were amazing. For dinner I had the shrimp with black bean mole and he had the pork ribs with red mole. I cannot explain how good the moles are here. And I say that plural because there were so many different versions!! Instead of dessert we opted for a savory mushroom empanada instead. It did not disappoint. My one critique would be that my shrimp didn't come with rice or bread to sop up that black bean mole, but that's literally the only thing I can pretend to complain about.

So... might sound intuitive but you HAVE TO LIKE MOLE. There is nothing else on the menu. We were hoping to find Spanish food but everything had mole which we learned that we do not care for and therefore will not be back. But if you do in fact like mole this is the place for you.

Conmole is totally worth the hype!! It was busy for a Wednesday night, and my friend & I were lucky to snag a table for two without a reservation. To start: the cocktails (limonada & margarita) were delicious, refreshing, and super strong. Their menu items are meant to share so we tried the ceviche, chorizo empanadas, and short rib mole. Each item was delicious! The ceviche was fresh, the chorizo empanada was the perfect savory bite paired with its sauce (can you really go wrong with chorizo though??), and the short rib was fall-off-the-bone with a complex and flavorful sauce. It was a meal well worth the night out. To make it even better, the service was impeccable.

Great authentic Oaxaca food. If you consider yourself to be a fan of Mexican food, you must stop by this place that delivers cuisine from the heart of the Mexican culinary tradition.

Love the authenticity of the food by the team at Comal. Their tamales is my favorite: i tried the mushroom and chipile one. Entree: carne asada and pork ribs are the must!!! The menu change every week, so I would plan on going any other week :)

Amazing mole! We tried the mole chipotle, mole negro, and mole guajillo. All were perfect and you could definitely taste the uniqueness of each one. This would be the best restaurant in Charlottesville if they didn't require a credit card when reserving a table and the threat of charging $20 per person if you don't show up to your reservation. That is crazy and makes me hesitant to go back, despite the outstanding food.

Everything was good, but I thought the portions were a little large. I could only eat 2 of my 4 chicken enchiladas. I would have liked some chips and salsa. The device was excellent.

A delightful little tapas-style Mexican restaurant! From a high table in the corner, we had a great view of the food and drink coming out of the kitchen. Everything looked delicious! The margaritas were light and *highly* drinkable. I was also very glad that the small dishes were meant to be shared and ordered in multiples, so I got to try so many delicious bites! The fish tacos were an easy winner at the table, but the huitlacoche tamales were also excellent! Fortunately, it seemed like we arrived just ahead of the dinner rush and had no problem being seated at about 6 or so on a weekend night. The food came out of the kitchen pretty quickly. Highly recommend!

Delicious food. Friendly staff. Great atmosphere. Lots of options for vegetarians. 10/10

HOLY...mole! this place is a CON. food is very decent but our waitress said the portions were "shareable". my partner and I ordered the "empanadas" and it came with one single .... empanadA. for $12. we ate well but had to grab a snack on the way home. by no means are the portions shareable, especially for a mexican joint.

This place was AMAZING! We stumbled upon it randomly and they were able to give us a table because we can around 5:30 before the dinner rush. I think if we go again I would want to have a reservation to make sure we got a seat. Everything we ordered was fantastic, you really can't go wrong.

One of the best meals I've ever had. So much flavor. In fact, I'm still literally puzzled how they packed so much flavor in each bite. The carnitas were cooked to perfection, the rice surprisingly flavorful, even the avocado sauce and pico were amazing. Followed dinner with a flan cheesecake that was amazing. Slightly sweet with a burnt sugar crust. Highly recommend, one of the best restaurants in Charlottesville.

I literally don't know how to leave a good enough review for Conmole. I was in Charlottesville for the week for some medical stuff at UVA and having a tough time but seriously it was worth it to eat at Conmole. Some of the best food I have EVER had. Living in SWVA has left this native Arizonan/Texan feeling very deprived of decent Mexican food- but not anymore! If I lived in Charlottesville, you would find me here literally all the time. Perfect for a romantic date night, especially for those who are COVID-cautious. I felt very safe even when dining in! They recently built a covering on their patio and its just perfect. The music is fantastic and the food is to die for. Service was also incredible. We chose to share four things on the menu and it was so fun! If you are looking for the perfect spot for a date look no further!

Food is amazing. Service is spot on. Atmosphere is great. Definitely one of our favorites in Cville. Tamales are delicious and the carnitas is out of this world!

My wife and I dined at Comal yesterday, and it's safe to say we will definitely be back! Comal left us craving more and wanting to try all the variety on the menu. The first thing worth mentioning is their vegetarian-friendly menu. Every non-vegetarian dish has a vegetarian counterpart. In fact, we tried the masa gnocchi en mole in lieu of the chicken en mole, and it was incredible! The gnocchi's texture perfectly complimented the rich mole. I doubt I will be able to order it with the chicken when I come back! The second dish we tried was the pork ribs. Note that all the main dishes are mole based; but each sauce is very different. The ribs were cooked to perfection, and the mole was lighter and tangier than the other dish. The main dish portions are rather large. Two main plates were enough to leave us satiated. The cocktail menu is short but sweet with tequila, mezcal and rum offerings. I had a Cabellero (mezcal cocktail) in lieu of the whiskey cocktails I usually enjoy, and it did the trick! The wine list is quite extensive as well. After this experience, I'm looking forward to coming back and trying the moles which we did not get to this first time!

Fantastic experience all around. Reservations online were simple including a slight adjustment for our timing needs. Service was friendly and timed well, there when we needed it. The highlight was the incredible food. We enjoyed three dishes that were well balanced, flavorful and unique. Calamari was seasoned perfectly, slightly spicy with deep flavors, and served in a way that was fun to share. Pork ribs with mole and avocado were both out of this world. Eating these dishes reminded us of what's possible with well prepared dishes. The mole sauce set the standard for what mole should be while the avocado was perfectly ripe with a fantastic assortment of veggies and flavors. Home run, perfect place for small groups or a date.