Phone: 434-361-1766

Basic Necessities celebrates the European mentality which places value on thoughtful food preparation, conversation and relaxation. "La table" in French signifies so much more than just “the table,” or dinner table. It means a place where family and friends can eat, drink, talk and just be together for hours over a simple and fresh meal.

At Basic Necessities Kay Pfaltz merges her knowledge of French wines and cheeses with Sallie Justice, Mae Collins Tyree, and chefs Angela Faris and Vera Miller to create the unique atmosphere and cuisine that has earned Basic Necessities its many loyal followers.

In many ways we subscribe to the philosophy of the “Slow Food Movement” since we opened in June of 1997. We strive to use local, seasonal and pesticide-free farm products, sourcing seasonal produce from local farms such as Blue Heron Farm, Little Hat Creek Farm, Whisper Hill Farm and Edible Landscaping. Basic Necessities is also committed to serving free-range, humanely-treated meat, sourced from careful farmers at places such as River Oak Farm and Double H Farm.

We, at Basics, adhere very much to the Slow Food Movement. We believe in meals made from scratch. Our dinners take a bit longer, but sit back, relax, and breath deeply a few times. You’ll feel yourself slowing down and be grateful. Have some wine and bread, and we’ll present you with beautifully prepared food. We don’t turn tables so we won’t kick you out. Unless it’s past our bedtimes, and in that case, we might hand you the keys.

Basic Necessities invites you to discover a peaceful and relaxing  haven where time stops, if only for just a bit. Learn more here...

Lunch dine in and take out is offered Tuesday - Saturday, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Friday Happy Hour 4:30 - 7 p.m. Saturday Dinner by reservation, seatings between 5:30 and 8 pm. Dinner take out is available for pickup on Saturdays between 5:30 - 6 for orders placed by 3 pm.
Sunday Brunch dine in and take out is available between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. All take out meals maybe be enjoyed in our back garden, weather permitting.