The Mill Room Review: Elegant and Delicious
Danny O’Connor, staff writer
Located at Boar’s Head Resort in Charlottesville, the Mill Room lives up to its outstanding reputation. After undergoing major renovations in 2018, the Mill Room has quickly become one of the most visited attractions at the resort. While it is most popular during its 5-10 p.m. dinner time, the restaurant also offers 7-10:30 a.m. breakfast and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. lunch.
The first thing that jumped out to me upon arrival were the luxurious table sets and seating options, as well as the upgraded bar and outdoor dining areas. As we were seated, the waitress greeted us instantly and gave us water and bread. One of my favorite things about the restaurant was the diversity of the staff. Many members of the wait staff originate from countries in South America, Africa, and Europe. However, I found the menu to be a little disappointing: there were only 12 entree options and three appetizer options.
For my entree, I ordered the lobster pot pie, one of the most popular dishes served by the Mill Room. This dish combines buttery chunks of lobster with sweet peas, potato, corn, and garlic. When it arrived at the table, it was piping hot and looked much more like mac and cheese than a pot pie.
Ultimately, the lobster pot pie lived up to its steep $22 price. The sweet taste of lobster combined with fresh peas and potatoes was everything that I hoped it would be. The only thing that disappointed me about the pot pie was that it stayed flaming hot throughout the entire meal and that it was soupy.
Overall, I would highly recommend the Mill Room at Boar’s Head Resort. While the restaurant may be a little pricey, I would still encourage anyone that enjoys a classy meal to give it a try. The wait staff is professional, the food is exceptional, and there are many different vegan options. If you are looking for a place to celebrate a birthday, graduation, or an anniversary, consider the Mill Room.
