The Tobacco Company Restaurant

Name: The Tobacco Company Restaurant
Address: 1201 East Cary Street, Richmond, VA, United States, 23219
Telephone: (804) 782-9555
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

2998 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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The Tobacco Company Restaurant is proudly celebrating over 40 years as Richmond's landmark dining and entertainment venue. This four-story, breath-taking restaurant embodies the spirit of Southern hospitality and charm. The exceptional menu features slow-roasted prime rib, aged Angus steaks, fresh seafood, and an award-winning wine list. Enjoy live entertainment on our first floor with never a cover or dance the night away in our lower level nightclub. Our staff is committed to excellence and the creation of an unforgettable dining experience. Open five days a week in Historic Shockoe Slip.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 5, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(804) 782-9555
Website
http://www.thetobaccocompany.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
The Art Deco Lounge can accommodate you and fifty of your closest friends in an intimate semi-private atmosphere for your receptions and happy hour gatherings.
Private party facilities
The Tobacco Company Restaurant located in the Shockoe Slip features 3 semi-private spaces and 1 fully-private space. Whether the event is a special celebration or a business function let us help you build a one of a kind experience is Richmond's landmark establishment.
Private party contact
Monica Story: (844) 725-2321

Location
1201 East Cary Street Richmond, VA 23219
Neighborhood
Richmond
Cross street
12th Street and Cary Street
Parking details
Street parking also public parking garage behind restaurant at 12th & Canal street.
Public transit
Convenient public transit stops in front of the restaurant.
Entertainment
Enjoy live entertainment with the region's finest bands Thursday - Saturday . Never a cover. Or dance the night away in our lower level nightclub open Thursday - Saturday beginning at 8pm. to close.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Rocca di Montegrossi Geremia, Tuscany, IT 2014$120.00
Peter Franus Merlot, Napa Valley, CA 2016$87.00

House Specialty Cocktails

All Rye, All Rye, All Rye$13.95
Manhattan with Caraway Infused Rye and Carpano Antica Vermouth
Belle Isle Grapefruit Cosmo$12.95
Belle Isle Ruby Red Grapefruit Moonshine, Triple Sec, Lime Juice, Pink Grapefruit Juice
Oak Aged Boulevardter$14.95
Hunter and Scott Bourbon, Sweet Vermouth and Campari
Sazerac$12.95
Rittenhouse Rye, Absinthe, Simple Syrup, Peychaud's Bitters, and Orange Peel
The Con-Edison$8.95
Svedka Vodka, Cranberry Juice, and Rosemary Simple Syrup
Lavender Bees Knees$12.95
House-made Lavender Honey Simple Syrup infused with Gin and Lemon Juice
P.Y.T.$13.95
House-made Pineapple infused Tequila, Agave Nectar, and Lime Juice
Espresso Martini$13.95
Cold brew Espresso Vodka, Vanilla Vodka and Irish Cream Liquor

Draft Beers

Saison Dupont Farmhouse Ale / Brasserie Dupont, / Belgium / 6.5%$10.00
Bells, Two Hearted Ale, IPA / American Ale / Kalamazoo, MI / 7.0%$7.00
Devil's Backbone, Vienna Lager / Vienna Style Lager / Roseland, VA / 4.9%$7.00
O'Conners, El Guapo IPA / West Coast Style IPA / Norfolk, VA / 7.5%$7.00
Blue Moon / Belgian Style Wheat Ale / 5.4%$7.00
Alewerks, Weekend Lager / Munich Style Helles Lager / Williamsburg, VA 4.8%$7.00
Legend, Brown Ale / British Brown Ale / Richmond, VA / 5.8%$7.00
Bold Rock, Virginia Apple Cider / Hard Apple Cider / Nellysford, VA / 4.7°%$7.00
Guinness, Stout / Dry Irish Stout / Dublin, Ireland / 4.0%$7.00

Bottled Beers

Ale Gateau$12.00
Bold Rock IPA$7.00
Bud Light$5.00
Budweiser$5.00
Cotu Chameleon IPA$8.00
Crabbies Ginger Beer$7.00
Dogfish Head 60 Min IPA$7.00
Goodwood Bourbon Barrel Stout$8.00
Heavy Seas Tropicannon IPA$7.00
Michelob Ultra$5.00
Miller Lite$5.00
Stella Artois$6.00
Victory Golden Monkey Tripel$7.00
Von Trapp Helles Lager$6.00
Wicked Weed Appalachia IPA$6.00
Buckler (Non-Alcoholic)$6.00
Gosling Ginger Beer (Non-Alcoholic)$5.00

What 2,998 people are saying

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Unikkic
Richmond
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Anniversary and Birthday dinner celebration
j
josbor61
Richmond
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on June 27, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience5
The food is a bit pricey. The crab cakes definitely weren’t worth the price. They were advertised as having lump crab meat, but that was not the case. Our waiter was friendly, but not very attentive. We like the restaurant and would probably return when in the area. It won’t be our top choice though.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Miami
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice place
JT
JenniferT
New England
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is such a beautiful and unique restaurant. Our server was great and very personable. He let us know what the restaurant’s specialties were and we ordered them & then some. The food and drinks were delicious and we really enjoyed everything about this place. A live band started on the main floor around 9pm and the music was great. We were only in Richmond for 1 night and we’re so happy we chose this restaurant.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food!
S
Sterlingbays
Tampa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everyone in our dinner party of 4 found everything about this restaurant to be top notch. We have absolutely no complaints & will definitely be visiting many times again in the future. The food was great as well as the ambiance. The employees were very nice.
BD
BettyD
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service both in the bar and restaurant, along with outstanding beverages and food. We were even greeted by the owner!
CM
CarolM
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always go to the Tobacco Company when we are in Richmond. It is our favorite restaurant and we are never disappointed.
JJ
JerryJ
New York Area
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 23, 2022
overall3food2service4ambience5
Meatloaf was ordinary and boring… pork chop was so extremely tough … took them home and tossed both.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful dinner!! Everything was top notch!!
KC
KelliC
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful restaurant, first time in Richmond and so happy we picked this restaurant for dinner. The interior is beautiful, and love the historic nature of the building. Food was fantastic
M
Mossy
Richmond
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall2food2service5ambience3
This was our wedding anniversary dinner. The service was good and atmosphere was just ok. For the price I expected much more than wag was offered. They served frozen dinner rolls to start and the appetizer we ordered was ok but nothing outstanding and the presentation we could have gotten at a lower grade restaurant anywhere. The steaks we ordered were ok by the cut of meats were really fatty and not much steak. At 44.00 a piece we were disappointed. We will not return here again.
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tw1985
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall3food2service5ambience5
Our server was very attentive and the atmosphere was terrific. Entrees are $30 plus and the food did not meet that standard. I have been to the Tobacco Company many times over the years for special occasions and have been very satisfied other than this visit.. The service and atmosphere is still one of the best in Richmond. The food quality for money paid has gone down hill. The food needs improvement.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff was so accommodating on our seating request and incredibly friendly. Food was first rate. Best coconut shrimp I’ve ever had! Highly recommend!
J
Jamie
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience5
Pork was dry - -- brussels sprouts were overcooked (hard and tough) service was very good - and prompt . restaurant very nice and clean . staff friendly and helpful.
HR
HollyR
Western NC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Abby was so wonderful. We had an absolutely amazing evening there today. Food superb, already establishing plans to return
GC
GeorgeC
Washington DC
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service . A bonus they had Pappy Van Winkle for an after dinner shot !
BL
BillL
Detroit
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great dinner. We spent 5 nights in Richmond and this was by far the best.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place would definently recommend food is great prices aren’t too bad (coming from a college kid)
LB
LamontB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our dinner was great! Hat’s off to kitchen staff. Elliott was awesome and provided wonderful service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Live music was great, but would have been better with lower volume. Couldn’t talk during dinner—hard to hear each other. Food was seasoned and cooked well. Prices r high bec high end restaurant and quantity and quality pretty good for value, but both could have been a little more to make a better value despite the caliber of restaurant. Server was great, but like some other reviewers said, he tried to clear some of our plates before we were done eating and cause we saw other reviewers we aggressively stopped him and finished our food. Otherwise, server was nice and did a great job.
LG
LizG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic dining experience in an awesome one-of-a-kind building. Good and service were exceptional.
BM
BrantleyM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everyone should try this place at least once. We have been eating here for many years. It's over a 4 hour round trip drive, but well worth it.
AC
AnnaC
Richmond
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall4food2service5ambience5
The restaurant ambiance and service were great but our food was not worth the money. My steak was over cooked as well as the Brussels that came with it. My husbands prime rib was ok, just not a lot of flavor. Maybe a better choice for just drinks.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charleston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place is soooo good and worth the bang for your buck. We had a great time and the food is huge portions so come ready to eat. They also had a really cool theme and historic building so if that’s what you’re into it’s perfect
OT
OpenTable Diner
Richmond
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and wonderful food. Will definitely be back!
SL
SLHolt
Richmond
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience4
The good news is we were given a free meal since a rib eye was 50% fat. The waiter was unconcerned and uncommunicative when we raised the question. He constantly asked for us to repeat our requests, and seemed not to understand us. We had him as a server before and he was excellent, but he was totally different almost to the point of being rude . Thank you for comping us on the rib-eye.
W
carolynW
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fried oyster appetizer amazing! Tourenados… excellent…
JY
JordanY
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great ambience! Super easy to make a reservation. Dress nicely!! There was no dress code, but I think we were under dressed. The food was delicious and service was prompt.
AB
AmberB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Firstly time in Richmond. The food & service was excellent! Will definitely go back on my next visit.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall1food1service5ambience4
The restaurant was very nice...service was great. I had the 12 Oz prime rib....waiter took my plate when I was done and 3/4 of prime rib was on plate...he never even asked how my food was. The prime rib had a peppercorn crust all around the cut of meat and was terrible. The menu says it is what they are famous for as a steak house. They do not even mention that the prime rib is coated outside with this disgusting peppercorn cruel. The baked potato came with the prime rib....that's it a baked potato....cut...nothing else.
J
Jack
Richmond
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Outstanding service and the food was excellent as well.
AO
AudraO
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience! Beautiful restaurant, food and service!
0
0sly
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were promptly seated, the food and service were impeccable. The seafood pasta is amazing!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The filet was absolutely amazing!
l
lovegreatfood
Tampa
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great date dinner. Easy to find parking and great bar. Delicious menu. Courteous, sophisticated service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great !! Beautiful place and great food. Couldn't chose an appetizer so had them all !!! Lol
LS
LisaS
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed our anniversary dinner that consisted of a starter of shrimp cocktail and entree of prime rib, baked potato and green beans and entree of filet, mashed potatoes and asparagus. Everything was prepared just as requested and tasted delicious. The server was attentive. We enjoyed the ambiance of the restaurant and relatively low noise level for the amount of people sitting around us. We will return!
d
djwoz
Richmond
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on June 1, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Overall we really enjoyed our dinner. I was a bit disappointed when I ordered two different beers from the menu and both were unavailable. I hate to be teased with great beers and then have to settle for overpriced mediocre beers.
KN
KatieN
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing filet, perfect ambiance! We made reservations and felt that was important for our party of 5. The food was amazing. Prepare to spend money but be happy you did!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

The Tobacco Company Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 2998 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

Jul 5, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Google Map for The Tobacco Company Restaurant

1201 East Cary Street Richmond, VA 23219

Additional information

Cross street
12th Street and Cary Street
Neighborhood
Richmond
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street parking also public parking garage behind restaurant at 12th & Canal street.
Public transit
Convenient public transit stops in front of the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Entertainment
Enjoy live entertainment with the region's finest bands Thursday - Saturday . Never a cover. Or dance the night away in our lower level nightclub open Thursday - Saturday beginning at 8pm. to close.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thetobaccocompany.com/
Phone number
(804) 782-9555
Catering
The Art Deco Lounge can accommodate you and fifty of your closest friends in an intimate semi-private atmosphere for your receptions and happy hour gatherings.
Private party facilities
The Tobacco Company Restaurant located in the Shockoe Slip features 3 semi-private spaces and 1 fully-private space. Whether the event is a special celebration or a business function let us help you build a one of a kind experience is Richmond's landmark establishment.
Private party contact
Monica Story: (844) 725-2321

The Tobacco Company Restaurant

Make a reservation

Private dining

Additional information

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Red Wines

Pike Road Pinot Noir, Williamette Valley, OR 2018$9.00

Smith and Hook Red Blend, Central Coast CA 2018$12.00

Cline Estate Merlot, Sonoma County, CA 2018$9.00

Tilia Malbec, Mendoza, AG 2019$8.00

Ancient Peaks Cabernet, Santa Margarita, CA 2018$10.00

White Wines

Caposaldo Pinot Grtgto, Del Venezie, Italy 2019$7.00

Dr. Loosen Riesling, Bernkastel, Middle Mosel, DE 2020$7.00

Chalk Hill Chardonnay, Sonoma, CA 2018$10.00

Montelltana Prosecco, Veneto, IT, NV$8.00

Alan Scott Sauvtgnon Blanc, New Zealand 2020$9.00

Chamisal Stainless Chardonnay, Central Coast, CA 2019$10.00

Featured Reserves

Ortn Swift Mannequin Chardonnay, Napa Valley, CA 2017$74.00

Orin Swift "Palermo" Cabernet, Napa Valley, CA 2017$97.00

Quilt Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CA 2017$64.00

Rocca di Montegrossi Geremia, Tuscany, IT 2014$120.00

Peter Franus Merlot, Napa Valley, CA 2016$87.00

House Specialty Cocktails

All Rye, All Rye, All Rye$13.95

Belle Isle Grapefruit Cosmo$12.95

Oak Aged Boulevardter$14.95

Sazerac$12.95

The Con-Edison$8.95

Lavender Bees Knees$12.95

P.Y.T.$13.95

Espresso Martini$13.95

Draft Beers

Saison Dupont Farmhouse Ale / Brasserie Dupont, / Belgium / 6.5%$10.00

Bells, Two Hearted Ale, IPA / American Ale / Kalamazoo, MI / 7.0%$7.00

Devil's Backbone, Vienna Lager / Vienna Style Lager / Roseland, VA / 4.9%$7.00

O'Conners, El Guapo IPA / West Coast Style IPA / Norfolk, VA / 7.5%$7.00

Blue Moon / Belgian Style Wheat Ale / 5.4%$7.00

Alewerks, Weekend Lager / Munich Style Helles Lager / Williamsburg, VA 4.8%$7.00

Legend, Brown Ale / British Brown Ale / Richmond, VA / 5.8%$7.00

Bold Rock, Virginia Apple Cider / Hard Apple Cider / Nellysford, VA / 4.7°%$7.00

Guinness, Stout / Dry Irish Stout / Dublin, Ireland / 4.0%$7.00

Bottled Beers

Ale Gateau$12.00

Bold Rock IPA$7.00

Bud Light$5.00

Budweiser$5.00

Cotu Chameleon IPA$8.00

Crabbies Ginger Beer$7.00

Dogfish Head 60 Min IPA$7.00

Goodwood Bourbon Barrel Stout$8.00

Heavy Seas Tropicannon IPA$7.00

Michelob Ultra$5.00

Miller Lite$5.00

Stella Artois$6.00

Victory Golden Monkey Tripel$7.00

Von Trapp Helles Lager$6.00

Wicked Weed Appalachia IPA$6.00

Buckler (Non-Alcoholic)$6.00

Gosling Ginger Beer (Non-Alcoholic)$5.00

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