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The Wine Whisperer
Price: Expensive•Wine Bar•4.9(249)The Wine Whisperer is a wine shop and bistro located in Richmond's Short Pump neighborhood. We speak wine and are passionate about sharing your new favorite bottle or glass with you!
Our wine bar is designed to offer an immersive experience to our guests. Let our knowledgeable staff help you learn about your palate and curate a flight of wine just for you! Look for a rotating by the glass list, craft beers, more whiskey than you imagined, and an expansive food menu built for wine pairing. The intimate dining room is a perfect spot for a casual glass with friends or that special occasion date. Look for weekly wine tastings, monthly classes, and other special events that are uniquely Whisperer!
No reservations available? Give us a call or stop by; we save a number of tables each night for walk-in guests. For questions or to make a reservation for a larger party, please call or send a message.Buckheads - Richmond
Price: Very Expensive•Steak•4.9(2,074)Buckhead’s has been a Richmond tradition since 1994. Featuring succulent Braveheart Beef and only the freshest seafood, you can taste our passion for culinary excellence. Consistently recognized with Wine Spectator’s “Best of Award of Excellence”, our list offers over 800 labels to complement your dining experience. Additionally, our bar proudly highlights one of the largest selections of single malt scotches and small batch bourbons in Richmond, Virginia.
Zoes Steak & Seafood
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.9(1,678)AAA Four Diamond restaurant located at the Virginia Beach oceanfront, Zoës originally opened in 2003, and re-opened under new ownership on March 16, 2009. Renowned sommelier Marc Sauter, as well as devoted restaurant goers Bill and Joni Greene, to continue the Zoës legacy with the same great location, friendly staff, soothing ambience, and award-winning food and spirits.
Together, their hope is to offer their guests a wonderful dining experience that has a comfortable, familiar atmosphere, yet that special touch of class that makes Zoës “the place to go when you absolutely must impress your guests.”
Reservations are recommended but walk-ins are always welcome.
Zoës is a completely non-smoking establishment.The Farmhouse at Veritas
Price: Very Expensive•Farm-to-table•4.8(1,057)Please inform us of any dietary restrictions at least 48 hours prior to reservation time.
No children or pets allowed for any reservations
DINNER: Plan to arrive at 6:15 pm for a glass of bubbly and be seated for dinner at 6:30 pm. Dinner is four courses, each one paired with wine. The cost is $120.00 per person prix fixe
Chez Max - Richmond VA
Price: Expensive•French•4.8(1,459)Bienvenue Chez Max!
Savory aromas drift from the kitchen as one enters the front door, giving a hint of culinary delights to come. The casual and comfortable, yet elegant interior of the restaurant is warm and inviting. A large stone fireplace adorns a corner in the main dining room, casting a soft glow around the room.
We are Richmond’s premier French dining experience. Our menu is a collection of dishes cultivated by a Master French chef. We offer an array of fine wines from around the world, over 20 are poured by the glass.
As we are often fully seated on Fridays and Saturdays, we can only hold a reservation for 15 minutes without advanced notice. We allocate 2 hours for parties of 2 to 5, 2 ½ hours for parties of 6 or more. All orders must be back to our kitchen 30 minutes prior to the listed closing time.Fat Canary
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary American•4.9(4,954)This high-energy bistro took over as Williamsburg's best restaurant as soon as it opened in 2003. The sophisticated but relaxed dining room has an open kitchen, which uses fresh, local ingredients for its creative American fare. Reservations for the dining room and the bar are recommended and may be made up to 61 days in advance. Open daily for dinner, a reservationist is available during the day to take reservations by phone.
All reservations are for Fat Canary. Downstairs at Fat Canary is no reservations and is a same day, in-person check-in for our waitlist.
Merroir
Price: Moderate•Seafood•4.6(192)This is where it all started – on the banks of the Rappahannock River overlooking where we grow our oysters. We like to call Merroir a “tasting room,” just so people know to expect something different. Everything is either served raw or cooked on an outdoor grill, small-plate-style, and beautifully paired with craft brews and world-famous wines. Each menu item is singularly-focused, seasonal, and ever-changing, so there’s always a surprise in store.Joshua Wilton House
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French / American•4.9(1,189)Located in an elegantly restored Victorian home in historic downtown Harrisonburg, the Joshua Wilton House is a bed & breakfast and fine dining destination. Executive Chef Tom French uses high quality ingredients sourced from the Shenandoah Valley to create a seasonal menu highlighting our local products . The full service bar includes signature cocktails, craft beers and an award-winning wine list. During the warmer months, seating is available on the outdoor brick patio. In the winter time, warm up in our lounge next to one of the original wood burning fireplaces and enjoy a cocktail before your meal. The Joshua Wilton House is also a private event and wedding venue, so please visit our website or call us for any special occasion you are celebrating!
Leila International Cuisine
Price: Moderate•Mediterranean•4.8(29)Taste The World with Leila International Cuisine.
We are feature dishes from all over the world. We do offer Halal food, Vegan, Vegetarian and Gluten free options!Leaping Lizard Cafe
Price: Moderate•American•4.9(1,355)Situated under a canopy of old growth trees on Lake Joyce, this natural gem serves seasonal fare from tidal Virginia. The menu reflects freshness with a distinct emphasis on showcasing the inherent colors and flavors of the ingredients. The cafe's bakery provides all its breads and deserts and is open for retail on the weekends. This fresh approach to food done in a natural and unpretentious setting has been a local favorite for twelve years. If you don't see your desired time slot available give us a call.
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- EEricVirginia •7 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoWonderful find in Richmond! Rich history, bright interior, energetic, great and attentive staff. The food was wonderful.More infoStella's - RichmondPrice: Moderate• Greek• Richmond•4.9
- SSandiVirginia •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoServer excellent, food well prepared and good presentationMore infoShirley’sPrice: Moderate• Pub• Petersburg•4.5
- SSteveBaltimore / Maryland •2 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoCelebrated my retirement, great food, service and ambiance. Definitely a must do when in RVA!!!More infoThe Tobacco Company RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Richmond•4.7
- AAnnaVIPNashville •3 reviews5.0Dined on May 11, 2025Excellent waitstaff, and the restaurant was beautifully decorated for Mother's Day. They were efficient, kind, and helped us celebrate!More infoAntonio's Restaurant and WinebarPrice: Moderate• Italian• Chester•4.7
- MMeikiyaWashington, D.C. Area •1 review5.0Dined on May 11, 2025The food was amazing!! We had the salmon and grits , the cheesecake pancakes, wings, and crab cake sandwich. Everything was hot, nicely seasoned, and enough for leftovers. I will be back..More infoMilk & Honey - Colonial HeightsPrice: Moderate• American• Colonial Heights•3.7
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Virginia is known for more than just delicious southern cooking; they have their own style! If you are a ham lover, look out for Virginia ham — also known as Smithfield ham. It is only legal to produce in one place in the world, Smithfield, Virginia. Virginian cuisine also includes a variety of BBQ that range from all vinegar to a vinegar-based sweetness. A hearty Brunswick stew is another mainstay of Virginia. Originally using an Appalachian flying squirrel, it now uses a variety of meats braised in this vegetable stew. Traditional Virginian apple cider and apple butter, made from Wineapples, is a real treat. Another delicacy is any seafood that is cooked with Old Bay, originally formulated with spices from a specific region of the state, the Chesapeake Bay.
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The best reviewed restaurant in Virginia is Mas
The best vegan restaurants in Virginia are Amuse at The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Bookbinder's Seafood and Steakhouse and Perry's Steakhouse & Grille – Richmond - Short Pump
The best vegetarian restaurants in Virginia are Amuse at The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, L'Opossum and Le Yaca - Williamsburg
The restaurants with the best service in Virginia are CHANNEL BASS INN, The Bed and Breakfast at Peace Hill and Stables Saloon at Primland Resort
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Virginia are The Bed and Breakfast at Peace Hill, sushi masa Inc and Addis Ethiopian
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