Wayside

Cafeteria-style home-cookin' with an emphasis on fried chicken. Located by the train bridge where JPA turns a corner. Open since 1963. Also offering barbeque and homemade sides.

For over 40 years, Wayside Takeout & Catering, featuring Ole Virginia Fried Chicken, has been a favorite eatery in Charlottesville, serving up “some of the best fried chicken in the south. Listed in Southern Living’s “Best of the South” we cater to visitors to the area, businesses and the University of Virginia with the same fast & friendly service as our regular loyal local customers.