Best Contemporary American Restaurants in Richmond
Best American Restaurants in Richmond
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Richmond Restaurants
Booked 13 times today
Love love love... my only drawback was the hostesses. More
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Great as always More
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Gastronomic delight! Beautiful space! Outstanding service! I can’t wait to make my next reservation. More
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Best place to go for a steak in Richmond- staff is excellent, food is great and it's a nice quiet atmosphere. More
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Always an excellent steak dinner, great service and ambiance. The price tag makes it suitable for special occasions, not an every day dinner type venue. More
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While this may be at the higher end of the price range, there is no question that Bookbinder's is well worth it all. Excellent and nuanced service, an elegant ambience, a diverse wine list, and food that is quite memorable. We went there for my son's birthday, and he nominated his food as "one of the top 5 steaks I've ever had"- and he is tough to please. I think we' have started an annual tradition for him, and one of many future visits with the family. More
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We took my 95 year-old father in law for lunch at TJ's during a day trip to Richmond this week and it was absolutely wonderful. Of course the beautiful setting of the old Jefferson Hotel is magnificent but the service, atmosphere and food were all top grade. Dad has mobility issues and is hard of hearing, and the staff was very accommodating and kind. Food was fantastic. He loved the peanut soup and our sandwiches were delicious. We had not been to TJ's for a few years and it was really nice to see that they still offer a great place for a very pleasant lunch in a truly special setting. More
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We loved the re-imagining of one of our favorite RVA standbys. The Stables has cocktails that are interesting and delicious. The small plate offerings all sounded great, though we focused on the main courses. Spring trout was well prepared, and the cioppino was balanced and flavorful. Services was attentive and friendly, decor was minimal and tasteful. More
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A treat for the taste buds, from specialty cocktails and charcuterie, to dinner and dessert! Thank you for a great night. More
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The food was fantastic, and if I could I would give our server 10 stars. He was knowledgeable about the dishes and their regional differences, and shared that knowledge in a fun and enthusiastic way. Clearly went out of his way to make our evening outstanding. Going back again this weekend! More
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Chez Max was fantastic! Easily accommodated a last minute change to our reservation. Food, atmosphere, service were wonderful. Rockfish, Filet, Dover Sole at our table were all thoroughly enjoyed. Dessert and wine were perfect, too. First time here, won’t be the last!!! More
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Fantastic visit as always! Recommend to everyone! More
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We had a fabulous experience. Cat was our server and always makes us feel like family! The food was delicious - a fun way to spend a Friday nights get! See you soon! More
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Always delicious! More
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A delightful space where you can actually have a conversation and attentive service. The appetizers (mushroom soup and Brussels sprouts salad) were better than the entrees (shrimp creole over cheese grits and filet mignon). Entrees were good but not special, while the both the soup and salad were superb. More
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Crab cakes are amazing. I recommend the Richmond mule. More
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Portico is one of our favorites! Paolo is wonderful, and the ambiance is unmatched! More
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As always, food and drinks were excellent and service outstanding. More
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We thoroughly enjoyed everything we ordered, from the duck bao to the specialty sushi rolls. Some of the best sushi we’ve had in quite a while. We will be back. We had Dynamite roll, Mango Madness, and something Love that had fried tempura eel inside the roll. All delicious and easy to eat. More
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So, what is not to love about Rockets Landing Boathouse....sitting outside on the RIVA and partaking in those wonderful 1/2 carafe brunch cocktails! Fabulous. I would stay away from the make your own omelet and opt for anything seafood. The Calamari here is fresh, cooked right and the aoli accompanying it is on point (and I try calamari and mussels everywhere). The green goddess oysters so yum, and the mussels also a big win. IF you must the hamburger is good quality...been a minute sine I had last visited and I can say I was pleased. More
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EVERYTHING was ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL; Manger= very very Professional and warm hearted. Waitress= Impeccable Service. Servers= First Class. More
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Servers are exceptional. More
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We enjoyed the hamburger with a salad. Love the homemade dressings that are different from most! Love the outdoor dining area and the indoors is beautiful with the light blue seats! More
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Loved the location, people, and the food. A must go to dine More
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Every time I go there I enjoy it more. It’s a good place to enjoy an evening with friends or family. More
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As always everything was wonderful. Our out of town friends (from Denver) thought it was great, too. More
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Perfect Breakfast, fantastic wait staff and amazing presentation. More
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Service was superb; ordered family style and everything arrived at intervals hot and delicious. Hadn’t been there in quite some time, now looking forward to going back. More
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Food was excellent but it was rushed and the servers didn’t get the hint we needed more time to talk as it was a business dinner More
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New favorite sushi place in town! Very accommodating for my boyfriend’s birthday and his birthday cake! More
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Service was excellent--our waiter was very attentive--as was the food. I rated ambiance low because I'm hearing impaired and I never, it seems, manage to eat at a restaurant that doesn't have noise problems--patrons speaking loudly, music playing in the background (not your soft music that would be typical of a fine dining experience). Would I go back? You bet! More
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Never been before. Took my wife for her birthday. Food was great. Wish there was a little bit bigger portions for the price. Great overall. More
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The service is fantastic, and the food and cocktails are equally amazing. Happy hour is the perfect time to give Casa del Barco a visit, with drink and food specials, you can't go wrong. More
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We went to this restaurant to celebrate her birthday. The food was good, the prices were reasonable, and it was very easy to park and get in and out in a timely fashion. I recommend the shrimp and grits, although any of the raw oysters are very good as well. Drinks were a little pricey, but for a special occasion this is a good restaurant. The happy hour menu and specials also look very good, so we will be back to try those out. More
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Great food. Loved decor. I’m not sure the waiter knew the menu that well but everything we picked was delicious. More
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The entire experience was great. A special thanks to Beatrice. She was fantastic, a real asset to your company. We will be back. More
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We tried out Aloi for the first time for our anniversary dinner and it was a lovely experience from start to finish. Our server was wonderful and did a great job the whole night with recommendations, the right level of conversation, and overall service. The food came out quickly and in the appropriate order based on the dish. The food itself was great - very flavorful, well cooked, and distinctly different dishes from one another. We had the cauliflower, mussels, bone marrow beignets, and the special burger they offered that night. Everything was genuinely delicious and I would order each of them again - was hands down some of the tastiest food we've had in Richmond. They also gave us glasses of bubbles for our anniversary which was just the icing on the cake. Great experience all around and we look forward to visiting again. More
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Great place for a friend’s birthday celebration! Particularly on half price wine Wednesdays. Fantastic food. Staff was friendly and efficient and extremely understanding as we closed the place down! More
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The food and service was perfect, can't wait to return. More
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Both of us enjoyed our lunch at Natalie's. I have eaten here a half dozen or more times, and this was the first time for my high school friend. She enjoyed her bowl of chicken served over hummus. I know we will return here! More
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The food is always excellent. Our waitress was very accommodating. The noise level was the only issue but we had a great dinner before the theater. More
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Food was very good. We had a server in training, but she was fine, just a little slow. More
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We really loved the entrance. I was afraid it would be cheesy but it wasn’t. The restaurant part was beautiful. We loved the attire for the wait staff. Excellent cocktails. Was disappointed that we saw a smoked bourbon being prepared at a table but ours wasn’t. Waitress said that it’s only done at the bar but we saw differently. Waitress hopefully was just having an off day because she was not engaging or attentive. Had some interaction with other wait staff who appeared to be delightful. Overall, definitely worth a visit! Great food and drinks with a cool atmosphere. More
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Great service. Food was awesome. Drink prices are a little high and the dining room is loud, but otherwise we had a great experience! More
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We love Helen’s! The vibe is friendly neighborhood Bistro, reinforced by the ever cheerful staff. The food from small plates to main were fresh, bright and had lovely layers that lingered on the palate. Our main of cauliflower crust pizza was piled with all kinds of spring vegetables and finished with a crumbled cheese and it was so delicious! We completed our meal with in house handcrafted ice creams, with plum tamarind and a vegan chocolate chip our favorites. Helen's chef and team create unforgettable food that will not disappoint! More
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The Boathouse is our go to when we are at Short Pump. The staff is always friendly and attentive, the bartenders know what we like, and the atmosphere is greats the food is always excellent, great variety and very high quality. More
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Tucked away in Shockoe Slip, this was a delightful French bistro experience with a varied menu offering classic French favorites like escargot and steak frites along with several seasonal dishes - the asparagus and crab bisque was brilliant! More
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Nice little French restaurant with good food, service, and prices tucked in a line of outdoor stores at Stony Point. More
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I was in town with a group of people from various cities around the US. We were all very impressed with the charm of the beautiful restaurant and the intentional quality of the food. From how our food was presented to our experience with the staff - Little Saint surprised us with excellent service! More
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Excellent as always More
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I am always telling people how good this restaurant is. As always our meal was outstanding. The only negative to Fleming's is that I end up eating to much. The French Onion soup is fantastic. I know that a wedge salad is not a big deal but the dressing was perfect and they put a couple of slices of bacon with it. I was surprised by how good the crab cakes were because I don't generally order crabcakes when dining out. Service as usual was phenomenal. My favorite in Richmond. More
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Very nice local restaurant. Best to make a reservation. Service was good and the waiter did not hover but was responsive when we had a question. More
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The food was delicious, great service, and I loved the outdoor seating. Definitely planning to go again soon! More
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Fantastic! One of the best restaurants by far; food was exceptional More
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We were kind of worried about Max's after the previous menu revision, which was a radical one, but the menu has been revised again to make it more like the old menu. Customer favorites like the waterzooi have been brought back, and the overall feel of the menu is very classy. We're delighted not only that the menu has been restored to greatness, but also that the restaurant clearly listened to its customers' feedback. On top of that, the dishes we got were perhaps the best we've ever had from there. Max's is on its A game once again, and we can't wait to go back. More
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We enjoyed our dinner and drinks. We had wonderful appetizers. The wait staff was very pleasant and accommodating. We will be back More
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Reasonable prices for the food quantity served, unique beer offerings, friendly staff. More
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Valentine’s Day with my wife . Nice tequila flight . Service was spot on More
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Great food and excellent service! More
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Great cocktails. Shrimp and grits were delicious More
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Great meal and great service (again)! Frequent diners. Never disappointed. More
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Great experience! We actually had a couple more people show up than we had reserved for, but the staff was able to easily accommodate us. The food is always amazing, the staff did a great job, and everyone was happy! The music was a little loud since we were right under the speaker, but that's really a minor gripe. More
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Had a great server and enjoyed many delicious small plate offerings. I did not enjoy my Happy Hour drink, but that's just because I learned I dislike vermouth! We thought the meal was a great value and highly recommend this hip spot with easy valet parking. Leave the West End and come downtown for some fun and great tapas! More
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The best Mexican food in town. We compared the guac and margaritas to what we had in Mexico. Everything was outstanding. More
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I ordered fish tacos, but I'm not sure if I got fish rather than meat. More
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They changed their brunch options, so if you want brunch food you have to do the unlimited brunch. You have to choose if you want only brunch or only lunch food and can’t mix across the two sides. More
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What a great neighborhood spot! Though the vibe is relaxed, the food is gourmet quality! Even the appetizers...great breading on the mozzarella sticks! The sliders are wonderful as well. Service was very attentive without being overbearing. Great job, guys! More
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Amazing little restaurant in the Arts District. The music was awesome. I felt like I was listening to my favorite movie soundtracks while I was eating. My date and I shared a shishito pepper and the sisig...which if you’ve been and never tried it: DO IT! I got the fried chicken and she got the lechon. The kitchen knocked it out of the park. Some of the BEST fried chicken I’ve had in my life. I will definitely be back. This place is perfect for everyone. More
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Good food hard to hear More
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Excellent food, friendly and professional service. A nice addition to the 17th St Market. More
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Food was good, noise was acceptable. It was a nice dinner! More
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Noise level was definitely due to our party, so that's the only ready why I gave it a "Moderate" response. We had a blast and our server was outstanding. The food was delicious and everyone had a great time. Thank you all so much! More
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Great place to hang out and the food was out of this world. Will return if I am back in the Richmond area. More
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Great place to meet with friends and family. Outstanding customer service. More
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While in Richmond for a seminar I found Handmades by Suzanne on the Open Table app and after reading reviews we decided to try it. We had homemade soup, quiche and amazing salads. All the food was fabulous and then we tried dessert. The vanilla ice cream on the apple cobbler ala mode was beyond delicious! It was so good we went back on the second day and brought more of the attendees with us. Don't miss it, the building it is located in is historic and beautiful More
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Love the Monday night all you can eat shrimp special More
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Food was not as good as usual More
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Not as busy as a thought it would be on a Saturday evening. Service was quick. Food was delicious. More
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My sister and I went to Les Crepes at 7 pm on a Friday evening. We were puzzled by the fact that there were no other dine-in customers for the duration of our meal. It is a nice restaurant with beautiful decor and a lovely ambiance, so I'm not sure why there weren't other patrons on a Friday evening. Perhaps people just don't eat crepes for dinner... That being said, the food was delicious and very reasonably priced! We both ordered a savory crepe and we shared a sweet crepe, and all three were generous in portion-size and very yummy! I will definitely be coming back, perhaps for breakfast or lunch to see if there is a larger crowd at that time. More
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We were a table of 8 adults at Sam Miller's on a busy Saturday night. There was no issue at all with the service [Kevin was terrific] and everyone was very happy with what they ordered. Beer was nice and cold, the wine was great and the price on everything was quite reasonable. Great atmosphere with a big bar. What's not to like ? More
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Our server, Zach, was very attentive and kind. The large TV screen was ideal for watching the Final Four. More
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Red Lobster welcomes you by offering PRIORITY SEATING to reduce your wait time in the restaurant, so you can spend more time doing the things you love. Or, come enjoy a drink at our bar and a Tasting Plate while you wait. Red Lobster is the world's largest and most loved seafood restaurant company, offering high quality, freshly-prepared seafood, sourced in a way that is traceable, sustainable and responsible. We offer lunch and dinner daily, featuring classics like our Ultimate Feast®, Garlic Shrimp Scampi and Parrot Isle Jumbo Coconut Shrimp, and feature limited time flavors and preparations during events like Lobsterfest®, Crabfest® and Endless Shrimp®. And, who can resist our famous warm and cheesy Cheddar Bay Biscuits®? To learn more visit www.redlobster.comMore
TGI Fridays has been living the weekend since its doors opened in 1965. Today, there are over 900 restaurants in 60 countries offering delicious food and legendary drinks, all served in the spirit of Friday. We are proud to bring people together for brunch, lunch, dinner, late night, and everything in between. So when we say "In Here, It's Always Friday" we mean it.More
Red Lobster welcomes you by offering PRIORITY SEATING to reduce your wait time in the restaurant, so you can spend more time doing the things you love. Or, come enjoy a drink at our bar and a Tasting Plate while you wait. Red Lobster is the world's largest and most loved seafood restaurant company, offering high quality, freshly-prepared seafood, sourced in a way that is traceable, sustainable and responsible. We offer lunch and dinner daily, featuring classics like our Ultimate Feast®, Garlic Shrimp Scampi and Parrot Isle Jumbo Coconut Shrimp, and feature limited time flavors and preparations during events like Lobsterfest®, Crabfest® and Endless Shrimp®. And, who can resist our famous warm and cheesy Cheddar Bay Biscuits®? To learn more visit www.redlobster.comMore
We strive to serve foods that are not only delicious, but also health conscious, environmentally friendly and socially responsible. We use organic, all natural, local and sustainable ingredients as much as possible while still keeping our prices fair. In addition, we also offer an extensive selection of vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and paleo options. More
We went for Valentine's celebration. We were seated on time and received immediate service. The host was very courteous and helpful with answering our questions about the menu. The meal was delicious from appetizer to entrees to dessert. The food came out in a timely fashion, hot and plentiful. One could tell this is authentic Indian food done exceptionally well with recipes perfected over the years. This place will become a go to place for us. I have already recommended it to two friends. There was plenty of room in our seating for quiet conversation. I look forward to returning again soon for another excellent meal. More
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Welcome to The Crossroads Bar and Grille! We look forward to serving youMore
Discover Richmond
The city of Richmond is located in one of the original 13 colonies, so it isn’t surprising that it is a quintessential American city. It is here that you will find several different types of food that include the typical American fare. For instance, you can indulge in a meal of lasagna and mozzarella salad in this town. If you would like to be more traditional, you can also find typical Southern cuisine here. Don’t be surprised to see Chinese and Japanese options because they exist in Richmond too! Try crab from Chesapeake Bay and the hearty Brunswick stew that's so popular in the region. With plenty of museums and historical sites to visit, your trip to Richmond, Virginia, will be flavorful in more ways than one.
