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Rappahannock - Richmond, Richmond, VA

Rappahannock - Richmond

4.7 (2571)
$31 to $50
Seafood
320 E. Grace St., Richmond, VA 23219

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2 people
7:00 PM
animated flamesBooked 17 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
Upscale, yet casual industrial-chic seafood outfit - offering an enormous raw bar featuring its own farm-raised oysters - seasonal dishes, plus artisan cocktails, craft beers, and an incredible wine selection in airy digs. Located in the Theatre District of Richmond, VA's City Center.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Ian Boothman
  • Catering
    Rappahannock is an arm of Rappahannock Oyster Co (www.rroysters.com), which provides mobile raw bars and seafood small plates for weddings, parties and other functions.
  • Private party facilities
    Whether a seated dinner or a reception style event, Rappahannock and it's private dining room is the perfect spot for your group!
  • Private party contact
    Rappahannock Restaurant: (804) 545-0565
  • Neighborhood
    Richmond
  • Cross street
    4th Street
  • Parking details
    In addition to street parking, Rappahannock has many nearby parking lots, such as 4th & Broad and 4th & Main.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,571 people are saying

Rappahannock - Richmond reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Seafood

  • Richmond

    Innovative

  • Richmond

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rappahannock - Richmond offers a delightful dining experience with "superb" oysters and "amazing" service, especially from standout servers like Ray and Katie. Guests praise the "delicious" seafood, including scallops and Branzino. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, perfect for both intimate dinners and lively gatherings. A must-visit for seafood lovers!

2,571 Reviews
  1. Stephanie

    Richmond3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was excellent. The restaurant was a little slow (Sunday evening) but they were very attentive and the food was really great. The oysters are superb, the whipped ricotta hit the spot, and the She Crab soup was the best I have ever had!

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  2. Hugh

    London4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was very spotty. Not our servers fault. It looked like she was handling the entire room.

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  3. Jon

    Las Vegas66 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Comfortably awesome. Great venue, simple menu and it delivers.

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  4. Christina VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I returned to Richmond, after having been away for a while, and were doing a round of some of our old favorite spots. One of which was Rappahannock. Were pleased to find that it had upheld its same high standards. The service was excellent, the food superb, and the atmosphere very welcoming. Rappahannock will be a mainstay in our books as it consistently delivers. In fact, we ended up going two nights in a row!

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  5. David

    Richmond13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    They are always wonderful. Can't remember ever getting just a fair meal. Ray, our favorite server is an exceptional server and great person. It's fun and astronomically pleasing to eat there.

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  6. Affineur

    Richmond27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner at Rappahanock is an event, and tonight was especially rewarding. We started with a variety of oysters that ranged from. Mild and meaty Rappahanock River Oysters to briny Outer Banks oysters, served with tangy mignonette sauce to ore familiar sharp cocktail sauce. My husband enjoyed perfectly cooked salmon while I indulged my taste for more fish prepared as ceviche in a bright mixture of sharp citrus juices. Our waiter was just delightful and she looked so much like a delicate smaller version of Xena, Warrior Princess. We had a table for two at a window with a view of a peaceful Richmond street; there was a fair amount of noise but we set our hearing aids to restaurant mode and ignored the racket. Great advantage to age related hearing loss! The meal ended with a succulent Little Gem lettuce salad with a delightful Buttermilk dressing. (One of our cats is named Buttermilk) Rappahanock is one of our favorite places to eat in Richmond, and it's a marvelous half hour walk from our hotel in Shockoe Slip through the Capitol grounds, with a visit to the Women's Memorial Sculpture garden on the way.

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  7. Charles VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My scallops were delicious. I’ve never complimented cauliflower before, but the cauliflower in that dish was excellent. I recommend this place to everyone coming through Richmond

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  8. Michael

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Do not miss the ceviche or the fish dip!! Everything was delicious!!

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  9. John VIP

    Richmond12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The very best smoked fish dip! And excellent customer service so well will return.

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  10. Bill

    Richmond16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This restaurant has made one helluva comeback! There was a slump somewhere around the pandemic but the last year has been stellar! Big shout out to the kitchen for a great tasting meal, Ray for her attentive & personable service, & to the GM, Lily, who always remembers us & for her support with attention to every detail. Well done!

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FAQs

Rappahannock - Richmond offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (804) 545-0565.

Rappahannock - Richmond is rated 4.7 stars by 2571 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
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320 E. Grace St., Richmond, VA 23219

Additional information

  • Cross street
    4th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Richmond
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    In addition to street parking, Rappahannock has many nearby parking lots, such as 4th & Broad and 4th & Main.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ian Boothman
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Rappahannock is an arm of Rappahannock Oyster Co (www.rroysters.com), which provides mobile raw bars and seafood small plates for weddings, parties and other functions.
  • Private party facilities
    Whether a seated dinner or a reception style event, Rappahannock and it's private dining room is the perfect spot for your group!
  • Private party contact
    Rappahannock Restaurant: (804) 545-0565
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