Tried this restaurant during Restaurant Week, and it was great!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seared Scallops
Zada Hall
Visited for Richmond Restaurant Week and left feeling very disappointed. Although the staff were working hard, we waited a very long time for our appetizers. I don't make a habit of leaving negative reviews, but my sunchoke soup with crab was frankly terrible. It came out cold and under seasoned, with lots of shell pieces left in the crab. My fiance's appetizer and the entrees were better, but still less than inspirational. The pear tartlet was dry, the pumpkin bundt cake was stodgy, and both desserts were in extremely small portions. We won't be returning.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
Christine Shreve
I had such an amazing experience eating here with my husband and our friends! I avoid gluten for health reasons and was over-the-moon excited when I tried their gluten free fried chicken sandwich. It’s really tough finding gluten free fried chicken and so I felt so happy and grateful to have that option here!
I believe the gluten free food is cooked in the same fryer as everything else so this probably wouldn’t be a good option for someone with celiac. However, for people who are not as sensitive to gluten, this is an amazing option! The food is delicious, the service is wonderful, and the vibes are so fun! I can’t wait to keep coming back for more meals!
Dietary restrictions: I am gluten free due to health reasons and I was very pleased with the options. I do not have celiac and I do believe there is some cross contamination so that may be an issue for some people.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken Sandwich
Sarah Thomas
We have never had a less-than-stellar meal at Laura Lee’s, and somehow they seem to keep getting even better. Took my parents last night and they couldn’t stop raving. We ordered all the things - milk bread, broccolini, wedge salad (perfection), swordfish, lamb, and of course the tried and true Best Cheeseburger in Richmond (trust me on this). I normally don’t love swordfish, but it was perfectly cooked and the flavors of the dish were *chef’s kiss*. My mom also ordered the pasta bolognese with extra garlic, and you guys, when I tell you this is the best pasta I have EVER had in RVA. Not exaggerating. We all couldn’t stop talking about it! So happy we live close enough to walk here.
Brendan Rhoad
Food was very good, but service was very slow and our drinks sat empty for sometimes 20+ minutes; first round of drinks took 25 minutes to get to the table. I don’t feel like they have enough servers which sort of put a damper on the experience. Our waiter was working hard but was overloaded.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken Sandwich
William Watkins
Always a great experience. The food and drinks are all delicious. The service was top notch from beginning to end.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeremy
I really wanted this place to be good, especially with how close it is to my house….unfortunately it was very disappointing. The poke bowl I got was underwhelming for the cost and lacked any substance. Also the kimchi they included was not good, maybe I just got a bad batch, but there was giant piece of seaweed/something green (about 6 inches long) that was so chewy it felt like I was chewing on bubble gum. It made me ill after eating what I could of the bowl. The peanut butter pie was good, I was just hoping for a bigger piece for $7. Unfortunately I won’t be back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
Esther
Wow!! I’ve been in Richmond for years but tonight was my first time at Laura Lee’s and it certainly lives up to the hype! Fantastic food, great ambiance, excellent service. Ryan was our server and was excellent and attentive.
Breaking down what I got to try: - Milk bread: Oh my god I think they literally took this bread right from the oven to serve. It was so warm and so fluffy in the inside. It was paired with some of the best butter. Definitely getting again. - Broccolini: Wow! They had this sauce pairing that was very flavorful to go with the dish. Also would get again. - Scallops: Sooo good and the creamed corn was also to die for. - Lamb: Only had a bite because this was my friend’s dish but very good! - Peanut butter pie: Can’t go wrong and was the perfect end to the meal.
The only complaint is I don’t know why I haven’t been here all this time? Everything tasted so amazing and the service was also great. It’s good for big groups too as I saw a table with 6+ people, just make the reservation! Very cute outdoor seating as well. I would most definitely go back. Pricing is also reasonable. So delicious and can’t wait to go back!
Quaint little location, and the food was absolutely phenomenal. What a great find. Great place for a date night, I recommend reservations. Probably not a great place for large parties or kids. Patio was so cute, and the food....omg. We started with the mussels appetizer and a cold soup that was a daily special. Surprisingly delicious on both accounts. We shared the crabcake sandwich, and it was impressive. My husband is a Marylander, and he was impressed. For me, one of the best I've ever had. Good craft beer selection, and I had the Lemon Drop It Like It's Hot, which was delightful. This one is for the foodies!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steamed Mussels
Nicole R.
I have been here at least a dozen times, and every time has been a great experience.
Their burger is one of my favorites in Richmond and is well priced. I have tried a few of the dinner specials and all have been great. My only criticism of the menu is that I wish there were more vegetarian and vegan options, but the ones they do have are nice.
The cocktail program is outstanding and rotates seasonally. Most of the time I don't even recognize some of the ingredients because they experiment often!
The service is always wonderful and they are all knowledgeable, friendly, and on top of things.
Great atmosphere and outdoor patio with fresh specials and a small menu that they change seasonally. Sit at the bar or get a cozy booth!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hillary Kay
We always have an excellent experience here, one of our favorite date night spots!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Double Cheeseburger
rebekah brewer
The outdoor patio is one of the best in Richmond, the landscaping is excellent and makes it a charming atmosphere for a romantic evening or gathering with friends
Dietary restrictions: Incredibly GF friendly!
Atmosphere: 5
Franklin Heiner
Enjoyed quail with grits special and the pasta bolognese! Delightful evening!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pasta Bolognese
Kelly B
Beautiful restaurant with excellent staff and some of the best food in Richmond. We always leave happy and full after visiting this restaurant. One of the few that is still top-notch even after covid.
Tried this restaurant during Restaurant Week, and it was great!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seared Scallops
Visited for Richmond Restaurant Week and left feeling very disappointed. Although the staff were working hard, we waited a very long time for our appetizers. I don't make a habit of leaving negative reviews, but my sunchoke soup with crab was frankly terrible. It came out cold and under seasoned, with lots of shell pieces left in the crab. My fiance's appetizer and the entrees were better, but still less than inspirational. The pear tartlet was dry, the pumpkin bundt cake was stodgy, and both desserts were in extremely small portions. We won't be returning.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
I had such an amazing experience eating here with my husband and our friends! I avoid gluten for health reasons and was over-the-moon excited when I tried their gluten free fried chicken sandwich. It’s really tough finding gluten free fried chicken and so I felt so happy and grateful to have that option here!
I believe the gluten free food is cooked in the same fryer as everything else so this probably wouldn’t be a good option for someone with celiac. However, for people who are not as sensitive to gluten, this is an amazing option! The food is delicious, the service is wonderful, and the vibes are so fun! I can’t wait to keep coming back for more meals!
Dietary restrictions: I am gluten free due to health reasons and I was very pleased with the options. I do not have celiac and I do believe there is some cross contamination so that may be an issue for some people.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken Sandwich
We have never had a less-than-stellar meal at Laura Lee’s, and somehow they seem to keep getting even better. Took my parents last night and they couldn’t stop raving. We ordered all the things - milk bread, broccolini, wedge salad (perfection), swordfish, lamb, and of course the tried and true Best Cheeseburger in Richmond (trust me on this). I normally don’t love swordfish, but it was perfectly cooked and the flavors of the dish were *chef’s kiss*. My mom also ordered the pasta bolognese with extra garlic, and you guys, when I tell you this is the best pasta I have EVER had in RVA. Not exaggerating. We all couldn’t stop talking about it! So happy we live close enough to walk here.
Food was very good, but service was very slow and our drinks sat empty for sometimes 20+ minutes; first round of drinks took 25 minutes to get to the table. I don’t feel like they have enough servers which sort of put a damper on the experience. Our waiter was working hard but was overloaded.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken Sandwich
Always a great experience. The food and drinks are all delicious. The service was top notch from beginning to end.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I really wanted this place to be good, especially with how close it is to my house….unfortunately it was very disappointing. The poke bowl I got was underwhelming for the cost and lacked any substance. Also the kimchi they included was not good, maybe I just got a bad batch, but there was giant piece of seaweed/something green (about 6 inches long) that was so chewy it felt like I was chewing on bubble gum. It made me ill after eating what I could of the bowl. The peanut butter pie was good, I was just hoping for a bigger piece for $7. Unfortunately I won’t be back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
Wow!! I’ve been in Richmond for years but tonight was my first time at Laura Lee’s and it certainly lives up to the hype! Fantastic food, great ambiance, excellent service. Ryan was our server and was excellent and attentive.
Breaking down what I got to try:
- Milk bread: Oh my god I think they literally took this bread right from the oven to serve. It was so warm and so fluffy in the inside. It was paired with some of the best butter. Definitely getting again.
- Broccolini: Wow! They had this sauce pairing that was very flavorful to go with the dish. Also would get again.
- Scallops: Sooo good and the creamed corn was also to die for.
- Lamb: Only had a bite because this was my friend’s dish but very good!
- Peanut butter pie: Can’t go wrong and was the perfect end to the meal.
The only complaint is I don’t know why I haven’t been here all this time? Everything tasted so amazing and the service was also great. It’s good for big groups too as I saw a table with 6+ people, just make the reservation! Very cute outdoor seating as well. I would most definitely go back. Pricing is also reasonable. So delicious and can’t wait to go back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seared Scallops, Milk Bread Plate
Quaint little location, and the food was absolutely phenomenal. What a great find. Great place for a date night, I recommend reservations. Probably not a great place for large parties or kids. Patio was so cute, and the food....omg. We started with the mussels appetizer and a cold soup that was a daily special. Surprisingly delicious on both accounts. We shared the crabcake sandwich, and it was impressive. My husband is a Marylander, and he was impressed. For me, one of the best I've ever had. Good craft beer selection, and I had the Lemon Drop It Like It's Hot, which was delightful. This one is for the foodies!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steamed Mussels
I have been here at least a dozen times, and every time has been a great experience.
Their burger is one of my favorites in Richmond and is well priced. I have tried a few of the dinner specials and all have been great. My only criticism of the menu is that I wish there were more vegetarian and vegan options, but the ones they do have are nice.
The cocktail program is outstanding and rotates seasonally. Most of the time I don't even recognize some of the ingredients because they experiment often!
The service is always wonderful and they are all knowledgeable, friendly, and on top of things.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Double Cheeseburger
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Great atmosphere and outdoor patio with fresh specials and a small menu that they change seasonally. Sit at the bar or get a cozy booth!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We always have an excellent experience here, one of our favorite date night spots!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Double Cheeseburger
The outdoor patio is one of the best in Richmond, the landscaping is excellent and makes it a charming atmosphere for a romantic evening or gathering with friends
Dietary restrictions: Incredibly GF friendly!
Atmosphere: 5
Enjoyed quail with grits special and the pasta bolognese! Delightful evening!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pasta Bolognese
Beautiful restaurant with excellent staff and some of the best food in Richmond. We always leave happy and full after visiting this restaurant. One of the few that is still top-notch even after covid.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Double Cheeseburger
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