Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Richmond

OpenTable

Updated September 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Richmond? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Lehja

4.7

4.7 (1080)

$31 to $50

Indian

Richmond

About the restaurant

Lehja is an award winning modern Indian restaurant located in Short Pump Town Center in Richmond. Our Executive Chef Sunny Baweja has been named Semifinalist for the prestigious James Beard Award for"Best Chef Mid Atlantic" category for 2019 and 2020. We have been proudly named as “Restaurant of the Year” by Richmond Magazine and “Best Richmond Restaurant” by EATER in 2023,2024. Esquire named Lehja “100 restaurants America can’t afford to lose during pandemic.”
Sunny always strives the freshest ingredients and seasonal menu. Our Wine List has been awarded "Best of Award of Excellence" by Wine Spectator. Sunny Baweja has been invited to Food Festivals across the country . Sunny has won many competitions around like Broad Appetit, Burger Blast, American Heart Association’s Heart ball 2018 “Chefs Challenge”to name a few. Sunny was also the Headliner Chef at 2018 “ Taste of Richmond”. Washingtonian magazine has also featured Lehja as one of the must visit Richmond Spots.

Top review

rustyvip

Dined 6 days ago

Outstanding experience. The owner seemed To take a special interest in us!!

The Savory Grain

4.7

4.7 (136)

$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!

Top review

Kenyavip

Dined 7 days ago

I really enjoyed my first brunch visit to the Savory Grain! The service was great as was the ambiance. I had the steak and eggs with home fries and a side of gouda grits. It was all very tasty. I had a mimosa with vodka to wash it all down. It was a nice day so I sat on the patio. The jazz band today was a delightful addition. Will be back very soon!

LuLu's

4.6

4.6 (2189)

$30 and under

American

Richmond

About the restaurant

LuLu's is available for private parties or catering. Please call us or send an e-mail with your inquiry.

Listed in OpenTable's "Top 100 Brunch Restaurants in America" for 2015, 2016, and 2017.

Reservation Policy:
Please plan for your entire party to be present at the scheduled time of your reservation. Incomplete or late parties may not be seated.

Top review

Pamvip

Dined on Sep 7, 2024

Great place for breakfast. Staff is so pleasant and welcoming. Food is delicious!

Discover more

4.6

4.6 (1472)

$31 to $50

Southern

Richmond

About the restaurant

Southern Kitchen, which is known as "The Mouth of the South" to the locals, serves up comfort food favorites. From collard greens to fried fish and chicken, the eatery provides a comfortable, relaxed spot for enjoying classic Southern food, beer, and wine for lunch, and dinner. Since opening in 2014, the restaurant has focused on providing good food paired with a classy experience and great customer service. Southern Kitchen features a variety of options for starting the meal, including fried oysters, fried okra, southern rolls, and salad. Enjoy sandwiches like the salmon cake and chicken club, or dive into some apple pecan salad, fried fish, big momma's chicken, and chicken livers and onions. Southern Kitchen also features plenty of filling plates, including the seafood platter, meatloaf, catfish, and southern-fried pork chops.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on Jun 16, 2024

Our server was outstanding! He was professional, friendly and made sure that he checked to be certain that we had everything that we needed.

West Coast Provisions

4.6

4.6 (1292)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Richmond

About the restaurant

Located in the Greengate shopping center in Short Pump, West Coast Provisions offers an inventive approachable American Fusion menu specializing in shellfish, fresh fish, sushi and steak. It has a big city feel with a sleek décor, tall ceilings, large windows, exposed brick, a fireplace, a private dining room and one of Richmond’s largest outdoor patios. We have convenient parking and accept reservations for parties of all sizes. We are currently serving in the dining room and on our patio.

Top review

Mike

Dined on Sep 3, 2024

Good service. Nice outdoor dining option good timing on the food and it was delicious

Discover more

4.6

4.6 (1203)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Richmond

About the restaurant

Bar Solita is a chic, upscale vacation style restaurant focusing on small plates + quality ingredients with flavors from the Mediterranean to Mexico. We love a drink or food that you can eat on a beach. When you're here, it's all vacation vibes.

Unique wines, craft beers & craft cocktails. Happy hour Monday-Friday. Great spot to socialize with friends + coworkers. Perfect for a date night. Best brunch featuring mimosa pitchers, shareable cinnamon rolls, breakfast empanadas, omelets, chicken biscuit, chicken and waffles, huevos rancheros, salads and sandwiches.

Located in the Art's District near Quirk, Linden Row Inn, the Pulse, November Theater, the National, Maggie Walker Statue, Graduate Hotel.

Most popular dishes include: ceviche, charcuterie, birria egg rolls, tacos, harissa wings, hummus, hanger steak and house-made mozzarella sticks.

Signature drinks include: mimosa flights, espresso martinis, Moscow Mules, breakfast shots and bloody Marys.

Top review

Brittany

Dined on Sep 1, 2024

Me and my friends has an amazing time here. The food was great. Service excellent. And the vibe was greats we will definitely be back.

Brambly Park

4.6

4.6 (104)

$30 and under

Italian

Richmond

About the restaurant

Brambly Park is an urban winery and oasis located in the northwest corner of Richmond's Scott's Addition neighborhood.
Our property sits on 2 acres and is divided into four spaces: the winery, the restaurant, the park and the event hall.
In addition to eating and drinking with us, we host regularly scheduled events and live music performances. Please check in with us regularly and follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see what we have on the calendar. For groups larger than 20 please contact the restaurant directly.
For event inquiries please reach out to events@bramblypark.com.

Top review

Diane

Dined 2 days ago

Love the atmosphere and the food was great. We had an amazing waitress.

Lolita's

4.6

4.6 (391)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Richmond

About the restaurant

Lolita’s is a space where we can embody & celebrate the traditions passed down to us. We source our corn from Tamoa that works directly with small communities in Mexico for the freshest heirloom corn.We practice traditional methods of preparation, which increase nutritional value and create rich flavor. Such as nixtamalization, grain roasting, and whole grain milling.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 1 day ago

Great casual open air restaurant. Food is all made there from scratch. Waitress was wonderful. So glad we went. Would definitely return!

Island Shrimp Co. - Rocketts Landing

4.2

4.2 (549)

$30 and under

Seafood

Richmond

About the restaurant

For centuries, tropical port cities have served as the gathering places where people, culture, and cuisine collide. Warm hospitality, high spirits, and the intoxicating surrounding from paradise come to life at Island Shrimp Co.

So come relax and talk story on our patio overlooking the James River and city skyline. Soak up the tropical vibes and we'll treat you to a menu rooted in some of the world's most exciting island destinations. Don't skip the aloha pineapple boat entree, or the hula ice cream pie dessert!

Top review

Jackievip

Dined 3 days ago

Perfect day - great food and service and spectacular view! Thanks so much!

Discover more

Tropical Cocktail Lovers' Happy Hour

Gather & Hem Bar

3.7

3.7 (23)

$30 and under

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Richmond

About the restaurant

Indulge in the allure of a chic and refined bar & lounge – Gather & Hem, a haven where exquisite cocktails, local craft beer, and meticulously chosen wines take center stage. Nestled in the heart of the city within the iconic Miller & Rhoads Department Store building, our concept exudes a timeless sophistication. Our cocktails are perfectly paired with shared plates created with the distinct flavors of Virginia.

Whether it's a post-work rendezvous or a prelude to a captivating show at a nearby theater, let's elevate the ordinary and make every moment extraordinary together.

Top review

JimmyG

Dined on May 17, 2024

Interesting shareable and nice charcuterie board! Relaxed vibe for sure.

Discover more

Experience

Gather for Happy Hour

Experience

Saturday DJ night

Explore Diners' Choice best of Richmond