Fahrenheit 132
Historic Downtown, Fredericksburg
Restaurant in Fredericksburg, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Fahrenheit 132 is a smart Fredericksburg pick when the night calls for a polished dinner with credible wine backing rather than a quick casual meal. Its Star Wine List recognition gives wine-minded diners a clear reason to choose it over simpler local alternatives, especially for date night, visiting guests, or a small special-occasion dinner.
About Fahrenheit 132
Fahrenheit 132 is a Fredericksburg option to consider when the plan is dinner rather than lunch. It has evening hours every day of the week, a smart-casual dress code, Star Wine List recognition for 2026.
Plan it for dinner, not for lunch. Details on specific cuisine, chef-led tasting format, signature order, service format, or price point are not available, so the stronger reason to choose it is its positioning: a Fredericksburg restaurant with Star Wine List recognition in 2026 and evening hours every day of the week.
A dinner-first choice for Fredericksburg plans
A key trust signal is Star Wine List recognition for 2026. That gives diners a grounded reason to consider Fahrenheit 132 when that recognition is part of the decision, without needing to assume details about the menu, cellar, or service style that are not specified.
That does not mean every diner should default here. If you are comparing options, Baghdad Mediterranean Market & Deli, Dixie Bones BBQ, Bottle Stop Wine Bar, Cock & Bowl, Bistro L'Hermitage may also belong in the conversation depending on the kind of evening you want. Fahrenheit 132 makes the most sense when its basic attributes; Fredericksburg location, dinner hours, smart-casual dress, Star Wine List recognition; match the plan.
Who should choose it for their evening plans
Choose this for a Fredericksburg dinner where Star Wine List recognition and a smart-casual dress code are relevant to the decision. Skip it if you need specific details like cuisine, price point, private dining setup, or lunch service, as these are not provided.
For readers comparing across more than one venue, the decision logic is direct: Fahrenheit 132's appeal lies in its dinner hours, smart-casual dress, Star Wine List recognition. In Fredericksburg, it is a stronger choice when these details fit the evening plan.
Planning details
- Location
- 318 William St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- fahrenheit132.com
- Phone
- (540) 940-2614
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Fahrenheit 132 reads like a classic wine-country steakhouse tucked into Fredericksburg's historic core. The room sets a deliberately measured tone: guests arrive after afternoon tastings expecting a serious, focused meal where the wine list matters as much as the food. The restaurant foregrounds curation over volume—the White Star designation signals a program built around editorial choices rather than a scattershot assortment of familiar labels. That emphasis gives the dining experience an intimate, romantic quality without resorting to ostentation, appealing to visitors who are in town for the wines as much as the steaks.
Best For
This is a destination for evening dining and wine-focused itineraries. Guests building a full Fredericksburg weekend—tasting by day and sitting for dinner—find Fahrenheit 132 suited to date nights and special occasions where the wine program is part of the plan. The menu’s steakhouse anchors, like Delmonico Ribeye and Filet Mignon, pair naturally with the list’s depth, so groups and couples who prioritize thoughtfully sourced bottles and a composed table experience get the most from a visit.
Ordering Tips
Start the meal by treating the wine list as the primary organizing element: the White Star designation signals range and curation, so spend time with the selections rather than defaulting to familiar labels. With signature steaks on offer—Delmonico Ribeye and Filet Mignon—look for fuller-bodied reds or cellar-worthy bottlings on the list to match the weight of the meat. Ask floor staff for a recommended pairing that aligns with the kitchen’s preparations; the restaurant’s approach rewards diners who let the wine program guide the meal.
Venue details
Ambiance
Elegant yet approachable with wood and exposed brick interior, nice lighting, great music, and charming historic building atmosphere.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Delmonico Ribeye
- Filet Mignon
Planning details
Location
318 William St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Baghdad Mediterranean Market & Deli, Notable alternative
- Dixie Bones BBQ, Notable alternative
- Bistro L'Hermitage, Notable alternative
- Bottle Stop Wine Bar, Notable alternative
- Cock & Bowl, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Fahrenheit 132 compares in Fredericksburg
Fahrenheit 132 is the more dinner-focused choice if the goal is a polished evening with wine credibility. Baghdad Mediterranean Market & Deli is better for value, speed, a casual meal, but it is not the same kind of occasion play. For a visitor choosing one sit-down dinner in Fredericksburg, Fahrenheit 132 is the safer pick when atmosphere and beverage depth matter.
Dixie Bones BBQ fits a different brief: go there when the group wants barbecue and a more relaxed format. Bistro L'Hermitage reads as the more classic special-occasion cross-shop, while Fahrenheit 132 is the more useful Fredericksburg option for a downtown dinner anchored by wine recognition.
If the night is mainly about drinking, Bottle Stop Wine Bar is the direct alternative. Cock & Bowl makes more sense for a casual, social meal with a looser feel. Choose Fahrenheit 132 when the meal needs to feel like the center of the plan, not just the place where the group meets.
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Compare Fahrenheit 132
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Fahrenheit 132 | Fredericksburg | Star Wine Lists 20262026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence |
| Baghdad Mediterranean Market & Deli | Fredericksburg | No published awards |
| Dixie Bones BBQ | Woodbridge | No published awards |
| Bistro L'Hermitage | Woodbridge | No published awards |
| Bottle Stop Wine Bar | Occoquan | No published awards |
| Cock & Bowl | Occoquan | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fahrenheit 132 good for a special occasion?
It may be a fit if the occasion is built around dinner and Star Wine List recognition matters to the plan. Key attributes include Star Wine List recognition for 2026, evening hours, a smart-casual dress code.
Is lunch or dinner better at Fahrenheit 132?
Dinner is the recommended choice, as hours begin at 4 PM every day and run to 10 PM most nights, with Friday and Saturday service until 11 PM. Lunch service is not offered.
What should a first-timer know about Fahrenheit 132?
Start with the basics: Fahrenheit 132 is in Fredericksburg, has smart-casual dress, carries Star Wine List recognition for 2026. It makes more sense as a planned evening meal than as a lunch option.
Can Fahrenheit 132 accommodate groups?
Group capacity or private dining options are not specified. For any group plan, treat Fahrenheit 132 as an evening-hours Fredericksburg option and confirm details directly before committing.
How far ahead should I book Fahrenheit 132?
Reservation timing is not specified. If booking matters to your plan, confirm availability directly with Fahrenheit 132 before committing.
