Shirley’s

Name: Shirley’s
Address: 20 W Tabb St, Petersburg, VA, United States, 23803
Telephone: (804) 280-0998
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (78)

$30 and under

Pub

20 W Tabb St, Petersburg, VA 23803

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2 people

Jul 18, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Charming
Good for business meals

Shirley’s Restaurant & Bar offers warm hospitality and the region's flavorful bounty. Menu favorites include playful twists on classic dishes, such as a tomato caprese made with buttermilk-fried green tomatoes and a grilled shrimp cocktail paired with a spicy, tomato-based sauce and homemade tortilla chips.

Executive Chef Mina Mahrous has thoughtfully crafted a menu that showcases refined American cuisine, offering an elevated dining experience. The light-filled and airy dining room of the Hotel Petersburg has been restored to its original grandeur, making it a welcoming gathering place for all.
Sundays, we offer all-day bar bites perfect for pairing with a cold beer or cocktail.

Large Party Policy: automatic gratuity of 20% will be applied and one check will be provided for parties of 6 or more guests

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Pub
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(804) 280-0998
Website
https://thehotelpetersburg.com/eat-drink/?y_source=1_MTA5Mzg2MTk2Ny04NjAtbG9jYXRpb24ud2Vic2l0ZQ%3D%3D
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
From elegant plated dinners to themed food stations and gourmet buffets, the experienced culinary team at Hotel Petersburg offers various options to reflect your event’s tone and style. The customizable menus are designed to meet your budget and guests’ needs while exceeding your expectations. To learn more contact riche-salesadm@hilton.com.
Private party facilities
At Hotel Petersburg, we offer a variety of unique venues for your meetings and events. Whether you're organizing an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, our indoor and outdoor spaces offer the perfect setting. For groups of 15 or more, please contact our Sales Office for more information at riche-salesadm@hilton.com.

Location
20 W Tabb St, Petersburg, VA 23803
Neighborhood
Petersburg
Cross street
Located on Tabb Street between Sycamore Street and North Union Street.
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access

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20 West Shrimp Cocktail$17.00
Chilled shrimp, fresh tomato, cucumber, avocado, red onion and cilantro mixed into a spicy tomato-based sauce, accompanied by tortilla chips
Bread & Pimento$9.50
Blend of two sharp cheddar cheeses, topped with pepper jelly and endive, served on cheddar cornbread
Charcuterie Board$28.00
Burrata, gruyere, stilton blue cheese, prosciutto, salami, olives, cornichons, crackers and more
Smoked Gouda Macaroni & Cheese$12.00
Cavatappi pasta tossed with melted smoked Gouda cheese sauce finished with shaved Parmesan cheese and parm crisp
Southern Fried Chicken Finger$13.00
Crispy buttermilk-marinated chicken, hand-breaded and fried to golden perfection, buttermilk southern ranch, choice for fries or chips
Shirley's Smash Burger$21.00
Smashed double beef patty, Vermont cheddar cheese, onion gravy, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, on a toasted seeded Brioche bun, accompanied by seasoned fries
Grilled Vegetable Ciabatta$14.00
Grilled garden eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, red pepper, marinated mozzarella, tomatoes, mixed greens tossed in sweet shallot vinaigrette, served on rustic ciabatta bread, accompanied by house chips

What 78 people are saying

Shirley’s 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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.4Service
4.8Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Richmond
Best Ambiance
Richmond
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Shirley's offers a "beautiful setting" and delightful dining experience, with guests praising its "excellent food" and "friendly" staff. The restaurant is perfect for special occasions, offering "delicious" dishes like shrimp and grits. However, service can be inconsistent, and some guests noted issues with reservations and long wait times.

78 Reviews

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Stanley VIP
Virginia1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We really enjoyed the evening. Our server was excellenc.
Shirley’sResponded 1 day ago
We’re so glad to hear you had a great evening—thank you for the kind words! We'll be sure to pass the compliment along to our waitstaff. Come see us again soon!
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Henry
Virginia2 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
First visit to the restaurant and it was a great experience.
Shirley’sResponded 1 day ago
Thanks for joining us—we’re so glad your first visit was a great one! Hope it’s the first of many. See you again soon!
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Melissia
Virginia8 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 29, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The food was wonderful, and our server was very nice. We went for our son's birthday, and Shirley's was the perfect restaurant for the occasion.
Shirley’sResponded 1 day ago
We’re so glad you chose Shirley’s to celebrate your son’s birthday—thank you for spending such a special occasion with us! We’ll pass along the kind words to the team and hope to welcome you all back again soon.
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Troy
Virginia2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome dining experience! Kirk was an awesome waiter!
Shirley’sResponded 1 day ago
Love to hear it—thank you! We’ll be sure to pass the shoutout along to Kirk. Come back and see us again soon!
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Suzanne
Virginia9 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 24, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Shirley’s is a beautiful place to dine. We went for our 36th anniversary, which we noted on our reservation. When we were seated, our server didn’t ask if we were celebrating anything, if we had been there before (or anything else for that matter), so that was disappointing. The food was delicious and the mango Moscow Mule was probably one of the best I’ve ever tasted. However, they must improve their service. There were only 2 servers on the floor. We waited far too long between courses for someone to reappear. And after serving the main course, no one ever came to check on us, refill our drinks or anything. We decided against dessert just because we were ready to get out of there. Kind of unforgivable for a restaurant that has such great food and potential. A bummer for our special night.
Shirley’sResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for sharing such thoughtful and honest feedback—and for choosing Shirley’s to celebrate your anniversary. We’re so glad you enjoyed the meal and that the mango Moscow Mule made an impression, but we’re truly sorry the service didn’t reflect the kind of experience we aim to deliver, especially on such a meaningful occasion. You’re right—service should feel attentive and celebratory, and we clearly missed the mark. We’re actively working to improve coverage and training, and your note is a helpful reminder of where we still have work to do. We’d love the chance to make it up to you on a future visit, and we hope you’ll give us another shot at delivering the kind of experience Shirley’s is meant to offer. Wishing you both a very happy anniversary.
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Stanley VIP
Virginia2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Steaks were vary good. Smash burgers are sooo big, good to share.
Shirley’sResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for the kind words—and for the great tip of your own about the smash burger! We’re so glad you enjoyed the steaks and the service, and we’ll be sure to share your compliments with your server. Hope to see you again soon!
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John
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful setting with excellent food and service. A hidden gem in Petersburg.
Shirley’sResponded 1 day ago
We're honored you chose to celebrate such a special milestone with us—thank you, and happy belated 46th anniversary! We're so glad you enjoyed the evening, and we hope to welcome you back for many more celebrations to come.
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MaryG
Virginia2 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
I wanted to take my husband out for Father’s Day and wanted to see the renovations. The hotel looks wonderful and we had a tour of the rooftop and the Boiler Room. Very nice! The food was not very appealing nor tasty. And there was a shortage of vegetables. No bread, either. The dessert was good as was the fruit. Since it was a buffet, we provided our own service. Our waiter was very nice but we had to ask for a clean fork for our desserts. Overall, the price far outweighed the value of the food. And the entertainment, while good, was entirely too loud. We came from Richmond, hoping for a special time, but were disappointed. I hoped for better.
Shirley’sResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for joining us for Father’s Day and for taking the time to share your experience. We're glad you enjoyed exploring the hotel and appreciated the rooftop and Boiler Room tours—but we’re truly sorry the meal didn’t meet your expectations. We appreciate the feedback and hope you’ll consider visiting us again to see how we continue to improve.
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Chris Johnson
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great time having an early Father’s Day dinner for my family who traveled from NC to Petersburg for the occasion.
Shirley’sResponded 1 day ago
Thanks so much for the great rating! We're glad you enjoyed your visit and hope to welcome you back again soon.
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Sandi
Virginia1 review
5.0
Dined on June 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Server excellent, food well prepared and good presentation
Shirley’sResponded 1 day ago
Thanks so much for the great rating! We're glad you enjoyed your visit and hope to welcome you back again soon.
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FAQs

Shirley’s is rated 4.5 stars by 78 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 18, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

20 W Tabb St, Petersburg, VA 23803

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Located on Tabb Street between Sycamore Street and North Union Street.
Neighborhood
Petersburg
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Pub
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access

Website
https://thehotelpetersburg.com/eat-drink/?y_source=1_MTA5Mzg2MTk2Ny04NjAtbG9jYXRpb24ud2Vic2l0ZQ%3D%3D
Phone number
(804) 280-0998
Catering
From elegant plated dinners to themed food stations and gourmet buffets, the experienced culinary team at Hotel Petersburg offers various options to reflect your event’s tone and style. The customizable menus are designed to meet your budget and guests’ needs while exceeding your expectations. To learn more contact riche-salesadm@hilton.com.
Private party facilities
At Hotel Petersburg, we offer a variety of unique venues for your meetings and events. Whether you're organizing an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, our indoor and outdoor spaces offer the perfect setting. For groups of 15 or more, please contact our Sales Office for more information at riche-salesadm@hilton.com.

Shirley’s

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About this restaurant

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Menu

Small Bites

20 West Shrimp Cocktail$17.00

Bread & Pimento$9.50

Charcuterie Board$28.00

Smoked Gouda Macaroni & Cheese$12.00

Southern Fried Chicken Finger$13.00

Shirley's Smash Burger$21.00

Grilled Vegetable Ciabatta$14.00

What 78 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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