New American Restaurants near Mechanicsville, VA

“guy sitting at the bar eating steak & waffle, driving burgundy GMC w/ yellow plates. green forerunner is looking for you“

“Caught up with an old friend I hadn’t seen since around ’95/’96 over lunch on 6/17/2025. I’m not usually a downtown Richmond person—city crowds just aren’t my thing—but I’m really glad he suggested this spot. I made the drive from King William, and it was absolutely worth it! The food was fantastic, and the laid-back atmosphere made it the perfect place to reconnect. I had the pork carnitas with a Caesar side salad—super flavorful, and the pork was incredibly tender. The Caesar dressing? Easily one of the best I’ve ever had. I’d love to know if it was homemade or store-bought, because I need it in my life! Highly recommend this place if you’re looking for a relaxed and cool meeting spot. I’m already planning to explore more RIC gems soon!“

“This place checked almost all my boxes for brunch spots;a variety of Benny's, specialty cocktails especially ones with flowers, moonshine, and sparkling, chicken and waffles, biscuits and gravy; stuffed French toast, and avocado toast. Ambiance was great; the building is an old school movie theatre. Both the food and service we're amazing; Jessica was handling her business!“

“Phenomenal flavors paired together for sweet and savory dishes. Unique menu options they change regularly! So yummy 😋“

“We came in for galaxy con this past weekend and I ran by this place on the open table app to get a Saturday reservation. Place had great reviews and i loved the pictures so I wanted to give it a try. I was very impressed! My husband and son loved their food. I had an issue with the first thing I ordered being too spicy so they nicely took it back and had me order something else. The burger was delicious ! They then took both meals off my tab for me for the inconvenience . Great service and will be back! Oh and the rooftop area is beautiful!“

“Such a lovely place with great food!“

“This place has a great atmosphere and the staff is wonderful. We were just driving through Richmond and decided to stop here for a bite. My husband had the brisket sandwich which he said was fantastic. I had the trainwrek that was so large and outstanding I couldn’t finish it and have leftovers. The food is fresh and has exquisite flavor! If I’m ever in Richmond again I will be returning.“

“Cozy, fun, friendly, and delicious cuisine. Loved the Calamari and eggplant!“

“Absolutely fantastic service and food. From oysters, main course, and dessert...the meal was fabulous. I have several food allergies and the chef made a special meal for us on my birthday. Highly recommend! (side note: I dropped my napkin when stepping out to the powder room and the staff promptly had a fresh and folded one waiting upon return). Immaculate attention to detail and customer service 🙌“

“The bacon wrapped scallops are wonderful. The chicken pot pie was the best I have ever had. My compliments to the Chef �“

“I got the fish sandwich and it was hot and fresh. However, the lettuce was wilted and I am not a personal fan of shoestring fries because the get cold and limp to quickly. It was strange to find no Samuel Adams beers on tap at a Sanuel Adams establishments.

My server, Tabbi, was friendly and attentive she even took the opportunity to help me before the pushy customer that came in after me.

The music was a bit loud and only ESPN on all screens. I guess that's the usual for an airport bar.“

“Food was outstanding, from the Cobia special to the rhubarb hand pie. Excellent food would highly recommend“

“always awesome and fast! if you are into sweet/spicy I highly recommend the Jamaica dilla!“

“We love their commitment to great food, their spirit of innovation, and the many gluten-free options they offer!“

“My dinner here was the most memorable and unique dining experience I’ve had in a very long time and it was the highlight of my weekend visit. If I lived in the RVA area I would be a regular here! Love the campy decor, drinks, and eccentric clientele. Reminds me of a few long gone places we used to frequent along Brooklyn’s outer edge.“

“Brunch and entertainment 💯💯💓💓💓🙌🙌 A time was definitely had…. Loved every minute of it.“

“We come to Shagbark when we visit our kids here in Richmond. Everything is always delicious and the service is wonderful.“

“My favorite venue for live music“

“Atmosphere was great and so was the food. I will go again.“

“We tried Burtons tonight for my wife's birthday, and couldn't have been happier with out choice! The restaurant had a lively atmosphere - but felt really cozy and inviting. The food was absolutely amazing. From the calamari to steak and the lobster role, everything we had was delicious. A huge shout-out to our waiter, Robert, and Tristan, who made our dining experience fantastic!“

“I'm familiar with the chef, and his food is impeccable. The new menu debuted tonight, and supporting this business was absolutely worth it. Great service and an excellent place for gatherings.“

“A bit expensive but bussin burger and fries“

“I moved to the fan a year ago and Brazen quickly became my favorite spot. The food is absolutely amazing. The service? Even better. Finding Brazen gave me an amazing DELICIOUS place to come to after. I would would recommend 100 times over. I’ve never had a bad time here and it’s such a hidden gem. 10/10 recommend“

“We had an incredible dinner at Acacia Midtown and can't wait to go back. To start, we had the chilled cantaloupe soup, which was refreshing and naturally sweet, while crispy prosciutto sprinkled on top added the perfect salty crunch for a beautifully balanced bite. Next, we ordered the tuna ceviche and the roasted red peppers. The ceviche was fresh, light, and full of flavor, and the roasted peppers were a great way to kick off the meal. For dinner, I had the crab pasta, and it was easily one of the best pasta dishes I've had anywhere. There was plenty of fresh crab, the pasta was cooked perfectly, and the sauce brought everything together without being too heavy. My husband ordered the chicken paillard and loved it. It was tender, well-seasoned, and cooked just right. The cocktails were fantastic, and the wine list had a lot of great choices. It's clear they put as much thought into the drinks as they do the food. The service was friendly and attentive without ever feeling rushed, and the atmosphere made it easy to relax and enjoy the evening. Acacia Midtown is a restaurant that deserves a spot at the top of your list. We left already talking about what we'll order on our next visit, and we can't wait to return.“

“This place is one of the best restaurants in Richmond hands down!!!! #crispyporkbelly❤️“

“This place is awesome! Great service, great food. My go-to every time I’m in Richmond.“

“Always a pleasure to visit Millie’s! One of our favorites!“

“Great burger with excellent service“

“This place is amazing. Last week, I ordered one of their bowls and took home ramen for my husband. He loved it so much that we went back this weekend. Even the kids ate the food (manic and cheese and plain ramen noodles), which almost never happens. The staff was super accommodating with our requests to adjust the order for the kiddos. We also loved the patio and ate outside while it rained, so that was cool too. Two thumbs up from us 👍👍😊“

“-Has an upstairs and downstairs stage area.
-To me it's an intimate venue as you are close to the stage.
-They do have a bar on both levels.
-Parking can be tricky. Suggest arriving early to secure a good parking spot around the area.
-Staff is nice every time.“

“Gay-Fa-Lay Flipper Waffle-fry nachos“

“Hood, reasonably priced food“

“wraps , it is always worth it .“

“Had lunch, busy little corner, worth the wait.“

“Definitely 5 stars! Me and my daughter went for brunch, a pitcher of Mimosas and the best breakfast I've ever had. My daughter ordered the biscuits and gravy. They were so good, almost like a she-crab bisque flavor gravy-absolutely wonderful. I ordered the chicken biscuit, was also wonderful, the hot honey with the fresh homemade Bisquit was so flavorful. No wait to be seated, the waitstaff was very friendly. Definitely recommend and definitely will go back!“

“The best cart in Richmond!“

“Northside Grille has a ongoing great lineup of musical acts in a very relaxed atmosphere and high-quality talent“

“Great food, drinks and service. A huge shout out to Ann S., one of the most personable and efficient servers you could ask for. And Joshua is such a great manager who interacts with his patrons and keeps everyone smiling. If you don't check this place out you're missing a gem.“

“One of the best social gathering places in RVA. Love Scott’s Addition.“

“Found Dinamo quite by accident. A Richmond-centric publication mentioned Dinamo as an aside in relation to another restaurant that had since closed. When we discovered Dinamo was still open (later evening) we decided to give it a whirl. The whirling airplane prop in the front window indicated that, at the very least, things would be not boring. We were coming in towards the end of service and were nonetheless greeted with warmth. Firstly, the bread got me baking again. No small feat. They were out of the T-Bone, which is what both of us were aiming for, and recommended the chicken. I dont like chicken. This chicken was amazing. Im still thinking about the bread and the beans. And the chicken. The Tiramisu was just, simply, decadent. Service, ambiance, food, hospitality…. Cant wait to return Dinamo. We added the“

“They have a good classic burger and sweet potato fries. I would try them again.“

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“I thoroughly enjoyed the Lobby Bar! Cole was exceptional and so attentive. He offered great recommendations and he was right - The ragú was amazing! I am so grateful I chose to stay in at the Quirk for dinner tonight! Thank you Cole for such amazing service tonight! Oh and great coffee!“

“This was my first time at Keggers. It won't be my last. The staff were friendly and attentive. The atmosphere is up beat and casual. They have a nice selection of beers, but could use a dark option. The food was outstanding. Every thing I tried was delicious. So much so that I ate every single bit. Even the seasoning on the side of fries was just right. I would happily order everything I had again. Unfortunately one of the appetizers, the Ahi Tuna Bits, was a seasonal choice, and as it turned yesterday was the last day it was available for the season. I guess it is a great reason to go back next summer. I was told that the fall options are equally delicious, so I will probably be back sooner than next summer. I was told they have love music at times, but not last night.“

“The staff were phenomenal and the food/spirits were outstanding. Highly recommend.“

“I had dinner there last night for the first time with several friends. I was a little apprehensive due to (what I thought) was a limited menu and seating. Wow… was I wrong. Truly one of the best dinner entrees I’ve had in a long time. I had the Duck Breast. It was perfectly cooked and presented, slightly under medium rare with crispy skin, perfectly rendered. Very impressive!! My tablemates had Sea Bass (2) and Snapper. We all shared tastes of each other meals and all of them were very nice. Limited tables, but very comfortable and a beautiful bar that seats 8. We’ll be back“

“Honestly. Second home! Big Bone always got a fresh look with a smile to serve. Malik if you wanna give government names but I’ve been coming here for years and waited to review but the folks you meet here will become family. Don’t ever miss the opportunity! The food, especially the wings, are perfect. Brian, the owner, is also an amazing baker so if you get to try any of it, say yes. The food is great, the deserts are on another level, and the friends you’ll make- amazing. Don’t be creepy though.“

“My boyfriend and I went to this location for our anniversary and it did not disappoint. This was our first time and both of our servers, Gabby and Rose, were phenomenal. They gave great customer service and were so sweet to me, and made sure we were taken cared of. The food and drinks were spectacular. The manager, who told us he was recently promoted, checked on us and was very kind and professional. I wish nothing but success for these three and can’t wait to come back!“

“100% recommend! Such a wonder gem of a restaurant. The staff were all so genuine and amazing. And the food was beyond good. The Cubano sandwich was heavenly. Thank you all so much for an amazing experience. ❤️✨“

“Staff was wonderful. Food was DELICIOUS (we ordered the chicken Philly and cheesesteak) they were both amazing. The fries are great, the sweet potatoe tots are my favorite. Loved the pool tables, darts and basketball. Had a blast and we'll be back!“