Rivanna Ridge Shopping Center — Local services in Charlottesville

The only reason I go here is Giant grocery store. Years ago I would go to Starbucks here as well, but I don't go to Starbucks any longer. Other than the odd restaurant that I've tried, Giant is the main and now only place I go to at Rivanna Ridge shopping center. It seems to me that businesses come and go here. There's always a for rent sign somewhere. I don't understand why other businesses have a hard time staying there, maybe rents are too high? I really feel sad when they build a new place and then they fail for one reason or another. It feels like a waste. If you like Giant, then this is a great place. That's how I...

I deeply appreciate the view here. I'll often get something at Sticks or Lelo's with my sons, and we'll sit and look at the enormous vista as we enjoy our food. I'm drawn here because of the ample parking, great pizza at Lelo's, great Mediterranean at Sticks, tremendous shopping at Giant, and the fabulous gas station on the corner. Sometimes, If I'm just looking for a place to spend some quiet time in my car, I'll find...

I love going to this Giant! They are always so friendly!! And the grocery store is always nice and clean. Everything is easy to find and it's never too busy. They even have enough cashiers to keep up with the check out lines which is...