Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Richmond

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Richmond? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Upper Shirley Vineyards

4.8

4.8 (253)

$30 and under

American

Richmond

About the restaurant

Upper Shirley Vineyards, perched above one of the most beautiful bends on the James River and surrounded by history, brings you the best of Virginia: culinary delights, award-winning wine, and events you’ll remember for a lifetime. Whether you’re looking for a day away or the best place to stage your dream wedding, Upper Shirley Vineyards will exceed your expectations.

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kathyVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Always a great experience at Upper Shirley. Food and service were first rate.

1870 Restaurant and Bar

4.7

4.7 (457)

$31 to $50

American

Midlothian

About the restaurant

New Restaurant by Award Winning Chef, and the team of Midlothian Chef's Kitchen! Enjoy a French Inspired Steak House in a historical building in Midlothian.

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SueVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Fantastic evening dinner at the bar upstairs. We enjoyed fabulous drink specials, the seasonal soup and perfectly cooked ribeye steak and salmon entrees. For dessert we chose specialty coffee cocktails! Best bar service!! Thank you Emili and Kayla! We will be back.

Henley on Grace

4.6

4.6 (989)

$30 and under

American

Richmond

About the restaurant

A Californian Asian fusion restaurant offering Pan Asian style cuisine with a twist! Hundreds of wines sold by the glass. Centrally located, we are two blocks from the Downtown Marriot, the Hilton Hotel and two blocks from the historical Dominion Energy Center. Also located near the Altria Theatre too! Stop by before an evening out!

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Edward

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

My wife and I were celebrating our 45th Wedding Anniversary and we wanted a quiet, low-key place with good Food and Wine for a reasonable price. Henley on Grace filled the bill in all respects! Kudos!

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Richmond - Belvedere

4.7

4.7 (2059)

$30 and under

American

Richmond

About the restaurant

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is your destination for bold flavors and warm hospitality. From expertly crafted wood-fired steaks and fresh seafood to signature cocktails, mocktails, and curated wines, every detail is designed to deliver an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you're gathering with family, hosting a client, or toasting to a special occasion, Firebirds offers elevated cuisine at an approachable price. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio and let us show you what extraordinary dining feels like. Reserve your table today — we can’t wait to serve you.

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Korita

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent food! Server, Austin, and staff were great!

Midlothian Chef's Kitchen

4.7

4.7 (1442)

$30 and under

American

Midlothian

About the restaurant

Voted Best Restaurant in Chesterfield by Richmond Magazine, and Dine Like a Local Award by The Scout Guide for Best Restaurant for Dinner. Midlothian Chef's Kitchen is a New American Restaurant by Award-Winning Chef David Dunlap. Enjoy a friendly atmosphere with indoor & outdoor seating, & local, hyper-seasonal Virginia ingredients. This is a full service restaurant & bar with thoughtful dishes that evoke memories.

Chef Dunlap was previously the Executive Sous Chef at The Inn at Little Washington and the Corporate Executive Chef of Quirk Hotels (Quirk Hotel RVA & Quirk Hotel CVille). He was named as 1 of the 32 Restaurant Stars on the Rise in 2020 by FSRMagazine, Rising Star Chef of the Year by Two Roads Hospitality Worldwide, and has won Best Dishes at Broad Appetit 4 years in a row.

Enjoy special events such as Wine/Bourbon Pairing Dinners, Private Dining/Event Space, and a Chef's Table Experience. This is a local, family-owned business, owned by Chef Dunlap & his wife.

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William

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

Our party of 4 all had different entrees, and all were exceptional good.

The Savory Grain

4.7

4.7 (252)

$31 to $50

American

Richmond

About the restaurant

The Savory Grain Restaurant and Draft House is Richmond’s top destination for delicious New American dining, offering a huge variety of draft beers and craft cocktails in a fun, laid-back, warm, and inviting atmosphere. We strive to offer the best local ingredients in order to create a diverse seasonal menu that has the complexity that appeals to the die hard “foodies” as well as some good ole’ classics that the “meat-and-potatoes” crowd can enjoy. At the Savory Grain, your dining experience doesn’t stop at the food, drinks are also showcased with 24 ever-rotating draft beers, a meticulously chosen wine list, and craft cocktail program featuring the best local, domestic, and international libations this region has to offer. If you’re a music lover, check out our Facebook page as we regularly offer live music from a variety of local acts. Come alone, come with friends, or come with a crowd, we accommodate all size parties. Stop in and say hello, we hope to see you soon!

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Laurie

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent value, wonderful, friendly staff. Although I had been for dinner previously, this was my first brunch, will definitely go again!

The Tobacco Company Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (4268)

$31 to $50

American

Richmond

About the restaurant

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 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 seven days a week in Historic Shockoe Slip.

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Delores

Dined 3 days ago

great dining experience with excellent service and food

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TJ's at the Jefferson Hotel

4.8

4.8 (700)

$30 and under

American

Richmond

About the restaurant

TJ's is open Monday-Saturday for Lunch (11am-3pm), Bar/Lounge (11am-9pm), and Dinner (5pm-9pm).

Bar / Lounge seating will be strictly first come, first served.

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RogerVIP

Dined on Jun 12, 2025

Business breakfast. The eggs benedict was excellent. White tablecloth and high-end China a plus. This hotel is most impressive.

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Richmond, VA

4.5

4.5 (7195)

$30 and under

American

Richmond

About the restaurant

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

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Fred

Dined 3 days ago

I have been going there for 7 years as a member of the wine club. We started off with the tasting and our server was excellent..very helpful and had a great sense of humor. At the table, our server was also excellent he also had a great sense of humor and I like that. Food was great and it came fast...always a pleasure and fun time when we go there. The manager is also a great guy...he always speaks and is a friendly person. Love the place and staff

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4.5

4.5 (1518)

$30 and under

American

Richmond

About the restaurant

Located in the West End, near Innsbrook and Short Pump, Tarrant’s West boasts from scratch soup, salads, pizza, subs, seafood, steaks, and an extensive wine, craft beer and craft cocktails TO GO! Tarrant’s West has something for everyone.

Great service. Brunch, lunch, and dinner!

An RVA Hospitality Restaurant. Locally Owned. Woman Owned.

Parties of 8 or more require a credit card on file and will be charged an automatic 20% gratuity in addition to a 10% attrition rate. For example, if you guarantee 10 guests and only 5 show up, you will be charged $20 for the 4 guests (10% less than headcount given) that did not show. It is strongly encouraged that you pay for guests all on one master bill.

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Carolyn

Dined 3 days ago

Great service. The waitress was excellent. Crab cakes were delicious. I love the ambiance

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Experience

1/2 Priced Bottles of Wine!

Experience

11AM-7PM HAPPY HOUR AT THE BAR!

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