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Answers to all your
Private Event questions!

Everyone! We work with team leaders looking for a unique way to inspire or reward their teams, couples planning wedding weekend events, families planning a reunion or get-together, and anyone with an occasion to celebrate. If you want a memorable way to bring people together, we’d love to help create something unique for you.
If you can dream it, we can make it! Our popular private experiences include hands-on pasta making classes, walking food tours, cocktail classes, wine tastings, tea parties, chef-led private chef dinners, and fully customized culinary experiences. If you have something different in mind—let's chat.
Yes, that's our favorite part! Our events are fully customizable to your group, with flexible start and end times, dietary accommodations, signature cocktails and mocktails, wine pairings, games, trivia, themed décor, and custom menus or itineraries tailored to your group.
Most experiences are all-inclusive and include food, beverages, instruction, equipment, setup, cleanup, taxes, and gratuity where applicable. Every experience is a little different, but our goal is simple: show up and enjoy—we handle the rest.
Absolutely! Many of our experiences can be hosted in your Airbnb or vacation rental (space permitting). We also work with several local partner venues if you need a space for your experience.
Yes. Vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, alcohol-free—we're happy to accommodate most dietary needs with advance notice.
Absolutely! Many of our experiences can include handcrafted mocktails, non-alcoholic wine, sparkling cider, or other alcohol-free beverages so everyone feels included.
Most private experiences require a minimum of 8 guests. If your group is smaller, reach out anyway—we're happy to recommend the best options based on your group size.
A signed agreement and a 50% deposit secure your reservation. Because many of our experiences involve coordinating chefs, venues, and restaurant partners, we recommend booking as early as possible.
We recommend booking as early as possible, especially for popular spring and fall weekends. That said, we’re happy to accommodate last-minute bookings whenever availability allows, so it never hurts to ask!
Yes! Travel beyond a 15-mile radius of Charlottesville is subject to a mileage fee.
Absolutely! We love creating custom experiences. Depending on availability, we can combine elements like a private chef dinner with a mixology class, a food tour with a tequila tasting, or other food and beverage experiences to create something unique for your group.
Absolutely! We’re event coordinators and Charlottesville locals, so we can help with more than just your C-ville Bites booking. From restaurants and wineries to transportation, activities, and nightlife, we can help you plan the rest of your visit and create a full itinerary for your group.
A restaurant buyout is when a group or individual rents the entire restaurant for a private event, meaning the restaurant is closed to the public for the duration of the event. It’s typically used for parties, corporate events, weddings, or large gatherings.
A buyout typically includes exclusive access to the restaurant’s facilities, staff, menu (sometimes with customized options), and the ability to design the event space and ambiance. Specific inclusions can vary based on the restaurant and the package chosen.
The cost of a restaurant buyout can vary widely depending on the size of the restaurant, location, time of day, and the number of guests.
Yes, the restaurants we partner with require a deposit to confirm the reservation. The deposit amount and refund policy will depend on the venue.
Yes! We work with many restaurants that offer buyouts for lunch, brunch, or even mid-afternoon events. Availability and pricing may differ from evening buyouts.
Capacity varies by restaurant. Some venues can host intimate gatherings, while others can accommodate large groups. I will work with you to check with the restaurant for their maximum capacity.
Most restaurants allow decorations and entertainment, but policies vary. We can discuss this with the venue in advance to ensure compliance with their guidelines.
The booking fee helps cover the time and effort required to coordinate with restaurants, secure reservations, and ensure everything runs smoothly for your experience. It also guarantees my availability on the day of the event, allowing me to provide a seamless and well-organized experience. This fee ensures I can dedicate my time to making your event as enjoyable as possible!
It’s best to book a restaurant buyout several months in advance, especially if you’re planning for peak times like holidays or weekends. Some restaurants may have more flexibility with shorter notice, but securing the venue early ensures better availability and preparation.
Yes, I will work with the restaurant to customize the menu for a buyout, whether that’s through set courses, buffet options, or family-style dining, as well as custom cocktails.

I had the pleasure of working with MJ to put together tea party experience for my cousins bachelorette weekend. Hands down, this was agreed by the group as one of the best parts of the weekend. The decor, food, and overall setting were completely perfect. That, coupled with Dillon’s tea knowledge and delicious blends, made it even more fun. We loved the balance between trying new flavors, eating delicious treats, and a super fun game to bring out our competitive spirit.
Everything was executed perfectly and the communication leading up to the event was seamless. I will definitely look to coordinate with MJ and cville bites for future events, and highly recommend her for bachelorettes, corporate events, or even just fun outings with friends.
Lisa A., Virginia
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