Lolita's

Name: Lolita's
Address: 2929 W Cary St, Richmond, VA, United States, 23221-3515
Telephone: (804) 447-6015
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

310 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mexican

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Lolita’s is a space where we can embody & celebrate the traditions passed down to us. We source our corn from Tamoa that works directly with small communities in Mexico for the freshest heirloom corn.We practice traditional methods of preparation, which increase nutritional value and create rich flavor. Such as nixtamalization, grain roasting, and whole grain milling.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 1, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican, Traditional Mexican
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:30 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Thu 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:30 pm–6:30 pm
Phone number
(804) 447-6015
Website
https://lolitasrichmond.com/
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
2929 W Cary St, Richmond, VA 23221-3515
Neighborhood
Richmond
Cross street
Sheppard Street
Parking details
None
Public transit
Cary + Boulevard<br />Stop ID: 619
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access

Popular dishes

Salsa & Tostadas$3.00
homemade salsas, verde cruda, árbol, pineapple habanero, tostadas
Esquites$5.00
grilled corn served off the cob, Mexican aioli, cotija cheese, cilantro, chile salt
Guacamole Fresco$5.00
avocado, lime, onion, serrano chile, fresh cilantro, tostadas
Crudo Tropical$10.00
cured Corvina passionfruit leche tigre, habanero, pomegranate, preserved lemon, hibiscus oil, cilantro flowers, tostadas
Pork Belly Bowl$10.00
citrus crema, pickled onions, microgreens

Bebidas

Espolon Tequila Shot$5.00
Lolita's Classica$5.00
Cazadores blanco or Bahnez mezcal, fresh lime, triple sec, chile salt rim

Cerveza

$5. All draft beer $2 off

Isley Razzle Dazzle, Modelo
Bingo Free Space IPA
Bryants Dry Rose Cider
Ardent Pilsner

Vino

Faisao Rosè
Optum Rioja
Optum Verdejo
Tilla Torrontes

What 310 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Richmond
Healthy
Richmond
Lively

310 Reviews

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StephanieM
Jackson Hole
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect setting for a holiday get-together for 10 people. Drinks were especially delicious.
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dkmeyers
Richmond
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service. Strongly recommend for great Mexican upscale tacos and quesadillas and terrific cocktails.
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OpenTable Diner
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Hung out with the bartender Tony and he is so quintessential to the experience at Lolita’s!
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OpenTable Diner
Richmond
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
First time dining here… It was a very tasty meal, cool vibe, and great service. They also did well accommodating my wife’s celiac restrictions… But I honestly felt like it was a pretty lousy value for what we ordered. I would consider going back on a date, but would hesitate to bring a group here for dinner. 4 tostadas isn’t much of an appetizer (they charge extra if you request more), and they really scrimp on the salsa too (though it was fun to try their three unique flavors). Margaritas were $12 each. They were well made, but nothing truly exceptional. Also, they do 1 hand made corn tortilla per taco… They’re great tortillas, but fall apart just like every other corn tortilla, so they really ought to consider doubling them up like many other places. Anyway… In addition, we each ordered two tacos and shared a side of rice & beans… Add on a good tip, and you’re approaching $100 on Mexican food for two (no leftovers). Sure, it’s a much nicer vibe when compared with more common Mexican joints like Casa Grande, but I wouldn’t say the food is so impressive that it warrants this pricing. Again, service was great and we really enjoyed the experience… But I personally put more emphasis on food — and overpaying for relatively inexpensive ingredients, scrimpy portions, and food that’s about 8.5/10 just doesn’t feel that fancy to me.
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Ryan
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall3food2service3ambience4
The food was good but not really worth the price! Our waitress was nice but not very attentive, we sat for awhile just waiting for the check
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GSlide
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Awesome authentic Mexican food with delightful drinks and service. Craft cocktails taste fresh from Tulum and the dishes were really tasty. Tuna Ceviche and Soy Chorizo tacos were excellent along with Brussel sprouts.
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ChefPonyBoy
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 2023
overall2food1service2ambience2
Very lackluster Mexican joint. Slow drinks that want to be craft cocktails but come across poorly. Food is bland. Place is super loud.
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JordanD
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 6, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience2
It was okay. They were about to switch seasonal menus so they were out of 90% of the menu, they accept reservations until 9 but cut off food service by 8:45 and the booths were being ripped up around us to be reupholstered. The servers were very friendly and the food was good although I couldn’t get anything I actually wanted since they were out of everything. I’d give it another try probably
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AmyV
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
The atmosphere is very fun and the waitstaff was super friendly. We had margaritas and a variety of the food options from appetizers to entrees and all of it was delicious. Good happy hour prices too. Would definitely visit again.
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Ameco
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 2, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great food and craft cocktails! Still thinking about the handmade tortillas and the tempura fried mushroom tacos. Went on a night they had live Latin jazz that wasn’t overwhelming. Amazing ambiance and friendly staff.
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OpenTable Diner
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lolitas is always delicious. We went for their dia de los muertos celebration to try the drinks and to try the traditional pan de muerto dessert. Drinks are always balanced and tasty, and the tacos, while on the smaller side are very fresh and flavorful so very worth the price. Atmosphere is bright and welcoming, and staff is friendly. Definitely check it out if you haven't yet, It's a go to for us. Also don't forget to check out their happy hour!
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LeslieR
Richmond
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lolita's is clean, comfortable and the service is wonderful. The menu has options and prices range from moderate to more expensive. Portions are small, and all sides are a la carte. 2 Chicken tacos will run you $11. The bill can become pricey when adding drinks, but the food is flavorful, and the service is great!
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RunRVA30
Richmond
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The portions aren’t huge but everything is delicious. I went with a friend who was back in town for just a few days and had a wonderful meal. We split guacamole and two orders of tacos - fish and mushroom. I’m not usually a mushroom fan, but these were breaded and had a generous amount of some kind of pickled vegetable on top. They were awesome. The only thing to note - the broccolini was so spicy!!! I can handle some heat, but for me, it was too much! Everything else was balanced and fun. This place is definitely worth experiencing.
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OpenTable Diner
Tampa
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience4
I was expecting something better for a Sunday Brunch, menu was limited, nothing out if the ordinary.
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BrookeL
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Every dish was delicious! Loved the decor and vibe. I had the Bella Lolita cocktail and it was tasty and fun. Can’t wait to return!!!
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TerrasaB
Richmond
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was amazing!!! Couldn’t decide which food to try so we ordered a bunch and just shared a cross the whole table. I can’t decide which is my favorite: the salads were all epic, salsas were to die for, and obviously the tacos were spectacular (don’t even get me started on how great the mixed drinks were). It is probably a bit quieter when it isn’t trick or treat day, but even with that it was a lovely atmosphere.
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SreeBK
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 25, 2023
overall3food2service3ambience4
Service was moderate to Good. Had to request silverware multiple times. The server was more focused on what they couldn't accommodate than the recommendations and any positive aspects of the menu. Food is different but not great. The queso dish is melted cheese rather than the dip we are used to at other Mexican restaurants. Which is fine and tasty enough, but as you know melted cheese in a serving bowl gets unedible within a few minutes. Needs to be served on a flame/Foundue type setting to keep it melted and edible. Octopus wasn't well cooked/raw...
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OpenTable Diner
Richmond
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience5
Food was great, restaurant was beautiful. Our only issue was with the service. Our main complaint was the pacing of our order. We ordered extra tacos which came out before our apps, which allowed for little space for our apps when they did come. This forced us to rush to eat to make space for more dishes. Once we had finish dessert, it took a while to get our checks and only then did we find out that they wouldn’t split our check between the two couples.
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KenA
Philadelphia
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
It was good but not memorable. Pork belly was not prepared properly which was a big turnoff.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent restaurant, one of the best in Richmond! Food and service is indeed exquisite and the atmosphere is adorable!
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Sharnold
Washington DC
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Richmond has needed an upscale Mexican restaurant for awhile. Great addition to Richmond! Quality ingredients and authentic flavors.
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Jimmy
Raleigh
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really love date spot. I will certainly be going back!
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DVdinner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 11, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience3
Overall delicious food, our calamari was a bit overcooked though. Best tortillas in Richmond hands down. Our server/s were very accommodating and thorough with dietary restrictions which we appreciated. My biggest complaint is we were seated, and I mean literally, right next to the guitar amps and the band playing that evening. Fortunately the music was good but it was impossible to have a conversation. The space is so small I don't understand why there was a need for amps to begin with, but it was a bit unfortunate for an intimate birthday dinner for my partner to be unable to talk for most of the evening. We had to yell our orders and questions to the staff.
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RivahCity
Richmond
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 11, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience4
2 tacos with tax and tip = $16. But these aren't average tacos, they are delicious with handmade blue tortillas.
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Jeffd
New York Area
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on October 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Fabulous service and fresh, delicious food. A definite keeper. Can’t say enough good things about Lolita’s!! Guacamole was terrific, sweet potato tacos were awesome and the carne asada tacos were very good as well. Service was impeccable.
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OpenTable Diner
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing. Favorite new restaurant, can’t wait to go back. Awesome HH deals too. Highly recommend for a girls night out or date night! Perfect for a first date! Awesome food, drinks, ambiance!
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BrookeG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing and my server was so sweet and she had phenomenal service, she also was so kind. As well as other workers throughout the establishment. I’m so happy I went for my birthday.
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SusanN
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lolita's is an amazing restaurant. The food is always fantastic, and the service is top notch! Last night was even better as they had live music! I highly recommend this as a "must go" often place for a great night out. The casual atmosphere is nice, particularly on a night/day when they can open the wall to the street! The fun aesthetic of lively colorful tiles sets the mood for a great time to be had by all!
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KarenP
Richmond
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was great! Staff is fun. Drinks and dinner were yummy!
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MicheleR
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service! We had a group of 12 for happy hour and had a great experience. Excellent happy hour specials and even better service. We’ll be back!
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JuliaL
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience2
there were multiple flies circling the table/ landing on our food - ruined the vibe :(
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Michael
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lolita’s is one of our fave places in RVA!! The food and ambiance is amazing and the service is always so kind!
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MeyerLemonsky
Portland
47 reviews
vip
2.0
47 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience1
Loud, crowded place with mediocre food. The non-alcoholic Margarita was good.
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khicks
Richmond
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We ordered a few items off the happy hour menu and a few tacos to share. Everything had great flavor and the staff were attentive and professional. Can’t wait to go back and try more!
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Very good food, authentic flavors and preparation. Great drinks, was there for a bachelor party and had an amazing time/ they went out of their way to make it special
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RVAPBH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lolita’s had an amazing atmosphere, food, and service! Highly recommend!
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Cora
Richmond
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall2food3service1ambience4
The food was a solid B which is not that bad for Mexican food in Richmond. The place is a fun environment even though we unfortunately were seated at the worst table way in the back next to the kitchen, but that was just bad luck and timing. The server however was cold and unfriendly from the moment we sat down. For reasons I do not understand she felt the need to chide us for asking simple questions. E.g., we asked about mocktails which were not on the paper menu given to us and were chided for not scanning the digital menu and looking at them there. After 15 minutes of waiting, I asked after a glass of wine that did not appear with the rest of the table's drinks and was coldly informed that the order had been placed (the distinct subtext being why was I being so demanding). She ruined the outing for us. And the kitchen was just too slow--50 minutes to get tacos up. But I could live with that if we had a nice server. Won't be back.
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Danielle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food, fabulous vibe, delicious drinks and the watermelon specialty salad was to die for. Thank you!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on August 10, 2023
overall2food4service1ambience5
Nobody enjoys being rushed to eat, certainly not when the restaurant is half empty with plenty of available seats for arriving guests
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RDCD
Richmond
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on August 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great, authentic food in a unique and truly Mexican atmosphere. We live in Mexico and we’re impressed to feel very at home in this establishment.
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FAQs

Lolita's is rated 4.6 stars by 310 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 1, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

2929 W Cary St, Richmond, VA 23221-3515

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Sheppard Street
Neighborhood
Richmond
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:30 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Thu 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:30 pm–6:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican, Traditional Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
Cary + BoulevardStop ID: 619
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access

Website
https://lolitasrichmond.com/
Phone number
(804) 447-6015

Lolita's

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Popular dishes

Quesadillas

Salsa Cups

1 taco

Menu

Botanas

Salsa & Tostadas$3.00

Esquites$5.00

Guacamole Fresco$5.00

Crudo Tropical$10.00

Pork Belly Bowl$10.00

Bebidas

Espolon Tequila Shot$5.00

Lolita's Classica$5.00

Cerveza

Isley Razzle Dazzle, Modelo

Bingo Free Space IPA

Bryants Dry Rose Cider

Ardent Pilsner

Vino

Faisao Rosè

Optum Rioja

Optum Verdejo

Tilla Torrontes

What 310 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

FAQs

How is Lolita's restaurant rated?

Is Lolita's currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information