Rappahannock - Richmond

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   Stacy555

   Houston

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   overall5food5service4ambience5

   The food was outstanding and our server was great, although I forgot her name.
   

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   steve

   Naples

   100 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   100 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   overall4food4service4ambience4

   This was even better than 4 stars, but I save 5 for truly amazing. Everything was spot on, from the atmosphere to the service and, especially, to the food. Excellent oysters and salad to start and then both the scallops and the paella were very special entrees.
   

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   Anne

   London

   3 reviews

   2.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on May 21, 2023

   overall2food2service2ambience3

   Restaurants are in a tricky position with rising costs and customers dialing dining out back. But... the prices Rappahanock demands needs to reflect the food, ambiance and service. All which were lacking upon our last visit. Which will also be our last. At the very least good service costs nothing but good training and management. This is so regretable as Rppahanock was always, reliably, a delightful evening out.
   

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   DavidB

   Richmond

   11 reviews

   4.0

   11 reviews

   Dined on May 21, 2023

   overall4food5service5ambience4

   The food here is awesome. You absolutely must try the wood fired octopus! I also had the wood fired fish, Bronzini, and it was fabulous and perfectly cooked. The only drawback to this restaurant is that it's noisy. I don't know why restaurants in Richmond think noise is good, and add music (too loud) on top of it, but, if you plan on enjoying conversation with friends, it will be a challenge. Alternatively you can sit outside and it's considerably quieter (ironically since it's on Grace St.). Despite the poor design for noise, I highly recommend this place.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Los Angeles

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on May 18, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Had a reservation but we arrived early. No issues and we were sat immediately. The place was pretty empty at the time. Our server was very attentive and knowledgeable. We got the oysters (Rappahannocks), octopus for apps and we had the paella and sautéed mahi. All were excellent. I’ve been to the Rappahannock Oyster Bar at Row DTLA (downtown Los Angeles) and was looking forward to eating here while we’re in town. We were very satisfied.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 18, 2023

   overall5food4service5ambience5

   We had a Great waitress and was able to describe what was on the menu
   

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   bshayan

   Atlanta Metro

   24 reviews

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   4.0

   24 reviews

   Dined on May 17, 2023

   overall4food4service5ambience4

   Good seafood. Had Mahi for dinner. Tasted good. Portion was small. Service was great. Nice spot!
   

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   SallyM

   Richmond

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on May 16, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Freshest seafood. They care about their customers. I highly recommend this restaurant.
   

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   EmanuelH

   Richmond

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 14, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Very nice place. They just ran out of several entries on Mother’s Day due to the crowd.
   

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    OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Service was excellent. We were over 30 minutes late for our reservation after getting stuck in a parking garage. I called a couple of times and they were super accommodating. Highly recommend the grilled octopus appetizer!! It was delicious.
    

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    LisaH

    Richmond

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4

    They were out of a lot of things and we had a 6:15 reservation. Also, our waitress was very nice in the beginning and then just sort of disappeared. It took a long time - it was 9:00 when we finished and really should not have taken so long.
    

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    JanP

    Richmond

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Absolutely wonderful, in every way. We were delighted with the food, service, and especially the oysters!!
    

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    badbrunch

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food5service3ambience3

    We found the menu varied and interesting but pricey. We did not expect the long wait of an hour for the food so that is an unfavorable feeling. There was np explanation or apology for the long wait. We will not be returning in the foreseeable future.
    

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    TODDB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had a wonderful experience. It was fun to be seated near the open kitchen. We ordered the Mahi, the Baked Oysters, Biscuits and Sausage Gravy and each dish was excellent.
    

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    Molly

    Houston

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4

    The food was excellent! The service was subpar—not sure why, but I suspect the waitstaff is spread too thin. The ambience was great, but the noise level, while better than several Richmond restaurants, was not great. Despite these minor criticisms, I look forward to goimg back because the food is so well prepared.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

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    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3

    Avoid the steak tartare. It came with a heavy creme sauce which did not compliment the steak.
    

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    SavvySav

    Richmond

    14 reviews

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    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3

    Overall a fun experience. Loud and lively. The food was good, however the portions are on the smaller side.
    

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    CAMW

    Northern Territ

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had a wonderful early dinner at Rappahannock today! We were celebrating my nephew’s graduation from VCU. The food was delicious and service was wonderful.
    

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    WilmaH

    Raleigh

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall4food2service5ambience3

    Burgers were good, baked clams were the worst I’ve ever had, but they took it off the menu which I appreciated. However I ordered a house Chardonnay and it was $18, a little bit crazy.
    

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    Jeff22192

    Richmond

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Great overall experience, our server was very nice and just attentive enough without interrupting our experience. The food was really good, oysters were sweet, the pickle and pig plate was tasty, and the paella was excellent. The menu is on the smaller side but we prefer a restaurant that excels in fewer dishes. We look forward to our next experience.
    

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    RichardW

    Tampa

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    The oysters were delicious, and the wood grilled octopus is a must! The wood grilled whole fish was absolutely delicious for the main course. Great ambience and service
    

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    HarryT

    Richmond

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3

    I wish the restaurant had more selections on their menu. Our dinner was just okay. Note: We ordered the cheese tray and that's exactly what we received. To bad there weren't any type of crackers or bread that came with this appetizer.
    

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    KirsM

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Awesome--These oysters are at the top of my raw oyster list!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall1food1service5ambience3

    Fish was raw and bland
    

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    PattiK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing seafood, exceptional service! Great place for dinner with friends!
    

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    BreadGirl17

    Exclusive

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5

    The food looked incredible coming out of the kitchen. The oysters were the main highlight. Service was a little slow but corrections were made. Really appreciate the people here.
    

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    Cletch

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had an early celebratory dinner here during a weekday. The food was creative, delicious and unlike any fusion I'd had anywhere else. The octopus was incredible, as were the scallops. We had a few drinks as well. So for one small plate, two dinners, two desserts and 6 premium drinks we crossed the $200 mark. No complaints. Top quality food and excellent service. Thank you for a special evening.
    

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    KatieP

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Katie, our server was the BEST Delicious food Host was also so kind
    

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    lwjudy

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience2

    Terrible waiter. Never brought utensils with food twice. Then began pouring water for other tables still without bring eating utensils. Place was so loud you hadtoyshpitto be heard. Oysters were spectacular and saved the eveninh
    

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    WilliamT

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Chef Adam kills it. He came out and personally delivered food and checked on us. Would 100% recommend this as the premiere restaurant in Richmond.
    

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    DonS

    Beijing

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3

    Food was delicious. Men enjoyed the hamburger. Octopus and baked oysters were perfectly prepared. We were not fans of the squid ink potato salad, but respected the creativity
    

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    Beaner

    Richmond

    32 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience3

    Limited menu. Could not establish a rapport with waitstaff. Pricely. ie. $9 for a side of bread??
    

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    SteveN

    New England

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Food and service exceeded expectations...great experience
    

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    SamB

    Richmond

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience2

    A bit disappointing overall. Very loud and tightly packed, which is fine, except when compounded by slow and slightly sarcastic service and skimpy portions. Food was well executed but not quite satisfying. We left hungry and tired.
    

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    Robert

    Phoenix

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Oysters & small plates. Oysters & small plates. Best thing ever.
    

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    GregP

    Richmond

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Another wonderful experience at Rappahanock. I’ll be back.
    

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    Nomaretto

    Richmond

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on March 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Oysters are always amazing. The duck was unreal. Highly recommend. And our server Jessica was delightful!
    

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    KellyW

    Wilmington

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Honestly if you love seafood, this is the place to go. Specifically if you love Rappahanock’s Old Saltes oysters, this is the finest joint in town for raw oysters. They also have one of the best steak tartars I’ve ever had. And octopus! Those are my favorites. But you really can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. Drinks are also great. I will say that the service is fantastic. If you go at a busy time, it does get a little loud and a little Smokey in there, but still totally worth it. Sunday evenings are the best. This is one of the best restaurants in town.
    

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    HeatherF

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful food. Service was attentive but slow. There weren’t many cocktail choices but they made one up for me with my specifications! Overall a good experience.
    

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    wifemomMD

    Richmond

    21 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience2

    It was super busy downtown and no parking to be found so if there is an event, factor in even more time to find parking. Service was very slow (it was crowded) but friendly. Very small menu, pricey. What we had was good, not great, but the whole overall experience was not what we had hoped for and not worth the price.
    

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