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The service was adequate. We were on time for our 7pm reservation because we were staying at the hotel. This was not our first or even fourth visit, but it was nearly an hour before we received our entrees, and we had not ordered an appetizer. The bread we were served was tasty but rather too chewy. It would also have been more enjoyable had it been warmed. I ordered a nonalcoholic drink, but was disappointed that despite such a large beverage menu, there were only two nonalcoholic drinks on offer. I asked our server if there were any other nonalcoholic beverages to choose from and she replied “no”. That was disappointing. An establishment such as this one should have at least five or six nonalcoholic beverages to choose from. The chicken I ordered was dry. The menu had mentioned vegetables, which were present on the plate. However, the menu also mentioned “vichyssoise”. As far as I know, vichyssoise is a potato soup. But there were only two tiny pieces of potato on my plate, so why are they calling it vichyssoise? There was no explanation and I forgot to ask our server. My husband liked his meal, which was the steak and potatoes, and the lemon mascarpone cheesecake that we shared for dessert was tasty. All in all it was a nice dinner, but it wasn’t a standout. We will certainly return to this hotel in the future, but perhaps for dinner instead we will go to TJ’s, their more casual (and less expensive) dining option.

Excellent from start to finish. Delicious food and our waitress was great. Thanks for a great evening.

Celebrated my retirement, great food, service and ambiance. Definitely a must do when in RVA!!!

Tarrants Downtown was excellent. The staff was very nice and professional. Our waitress , Ryan, was excellent. The food was very good and service was fast. Great experience 👍

Husband and I went for our anniversary and loved it! Special menus, complimentary champagne, and AMAZING food! A must try if in the area!