50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Richmond

“Had breakfast here and ordered the salmon and egg, it came with a crispy latke, labneh, and a perfectly jammy egg. The flavors were such a good balance and worked really well together. We sat outside on the patio with our dog, which made it even better. The food came out quickly and everyone was genuinely kind. I’d definitely come back.“

“I had the pastrami and it was DELICIOUS! The potato salad was slapping too! Oh, and the sweet tea 🙌“

“We had a great time and had delicious food! Our waiter Trey was amazing!“

“They have a fantastic, fresh, and interesting menu. The service is excellent without being too "stuffy." Henley on Grace is a perfect choice for a special afternoon or evening out.“

“Super friendly and fast service!! Our first visit and staff was very helpful!“

“Every time we are in Richmond, my husband ensures that we stop by to grab a meal. EACH AND EVERY TIME!!!!! Great food and I absolutely LOVE the desserts.“

“My pop came through town about two weeks ago. He said he wanted to grab lunch. I work nearby, and knew he loves a good burger. I was concerned because my mother (who loves cooking, loves learning new recipes, but has her classics and go-to’s, makes his burgers) would never hear the end of it, if the meal was awesome. Well. I was right. So my mom and my pops came to town and wanted to have dinner, with me and my partner. After politely asking us recommendations and subtly dodging each place my partner and I mentioned. My mom asks, “Where did you take Daddy for lunch?” We ended up hanging out and chatting while the staff started to close up. Great food. Every time. Great fast friendly service. Every time. Need a restaurant that your parents like to get them to visit? (Probably not) but THANK YOU, EAZZY BURGER!“

“Best birria egg rolls in Richmond Virginia, food was exceptional 💯💯🫶🏾🫶🏾“

“Love it. Great food and fun people. I highly suggest. Even my own magic bunny (Conejo) loves the food here.“

“Love eat 33 small hidden gem for many years!!!! And their soups and grilled cheese!!! Yasssssss!!!!“

“The food truck outside was superb. Food was beyond of this world“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We finally made it to SB’s Love Shack and WOW — what an absolute gem. It’s a smaller café, so when it’s cold there can be a short wait and limited indoor seating (no reservations), but it totally makes sense for the size. When the weather’s warm, they have a large patio. They’re open 9–2, and the staff was so warm and welcoming from the moment we walked in. The décor is super unique with a total RVA vibe. The food was unreal. I had the Glitter on a Mattress (Texas toast with bacon & sausage gravy, a side of bacon, and edible glitter ✨) and it was SO good — and huge. We also tried the French toast with flavored fruit cream and a breakfast sandwich, and everything was amazing. Parking is limited in the front, but there’s plenty around the back and an easy walk-up through a covered patio area. Great food, great service, fun atmosphere. Highly recommend — can’t wait to go back. 💕🍳✨“

“On 08/03/2022, my wife and I brought our cousins here to celebrate their 50th anniversary. The food and service was excellent. Our waiter was Sean. HOWEVER, during the reservation process, I was asked at least twice if there was a celebration and if so what type. I indicated on both occasions that it was a anniversary. I just assumed that when I was asked about the occasion that this occasion would somehow be acknowledged. It wasn't. (Happy anniversary). I heard the waiter at the table next to ours wish the celebrants a happy anniversary. Also, based on other reviews on this site, I noticed that a dessert was given to the celebrants as a memento. Not to our party. As I said, the service and food were excellent but missing the little "happy anniversary" left me and my wife feeling a little empty.“

“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!“

“Never had such an waffle, we had just passed by and ordered a few waffles. Never thought I’d be served with calm music and good vibes, and two amazingly soft and delicious waffles. The workers are so nice and the environment is very welcoming. Tip: order waffles with chocolate chip/other on the SIDE!!“

“We had two of the specials tonight - lamb stew and salmon. Delicious and bountiful meals and wonderful desserts (as always).“

“Crumbl Cookie is a game changer! The variety of flavors is incredible, with each cookie baked to perfection. They have a perfect balance of chewy and soft textures, and the creativity in their seasonal offerings keeps me coming back for more. The staff is always friendly, and the warm cookies right out of the oven are a delightful treat. Highly recommend the classic chocolate chip—it's simply unbeatable! Crumbl never disappoints; it's my go-to for a sweet indulgence. Five stars all the way!“

“My absolutely favorite bubble tea, especially their house milk tea they make themselves. The slushes and fruit teas are also delicious and they've entertained a few custom drinks for us when we feel adventurous. Can't beat the price and location either, and the folks who run it are SO sweet. Love love love LOVE TT“

“Sub Rosa Bakery offers a cozy, welcoming atmosphere with a beautifully designed interior. The bakery features a unique selection of both sweet and savory baked goods. We especially enjoyed the sour cherry pistachio croissant, which was soft yet flaky and made with fresh ingredients. The chai tea latte was a bit subtle in flavor and could benefit from a bolder profile. Lines can get long and seating is limited, so visiting early is recommended.“

“amazing bread and quality. I've bought laofs meant for the week and haven't seen Wednesday because they are so good it's hard not to work into a meal. fluffy light and perfectly baked!“

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

“Excellent stop for our lunch. Brisket was incredible. Creamy max & cheese was delicious. Will definitely stop again!“

“I'm addicted and can't wait to hopefully have more tomorrow 😋❤️ All the food was so flavorful and the presentation is amazing.“

“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.“

“Ice cream was so creamy. It was probably the best ice cream I’ve ever had.“

“Will be so sad to be leaving this area, as my Friday night walk to Cochiloco has always been a highlight of my week. At this point, I’ve tried and enjoyed just about everything on the menu. The Sonora Taco is INCREDIBLE and my go-to is the Cochiloco burrito (really good portion for that one). The red and green sauces are both incredible and I’ve dipped most every menu item in both of them; you can’t go wrong at Cochiloco.“

“10/10 — Fast and Friendly
I had a fantastic experience grabbing takeout here. The food was ready early, tasted delicious, and was still piping hot when I picked it up. The service was excellent; the person at the register was so kind and helpful, and the facility was very clean.

Highly recommend for great food & even better service“

“Please like our new Facebook page to stay updated with specials throughout the week. Taste of India RVA“

“We ride our motorcycles out here from Norfolk! Their Onigiri is amazing! Reminds me when I was stationed in Japan. They have different kinds of onigiri including vegan options! My favorite is the Spam with Egg! You have the option of heating them up as well!The staff is super friendly, there hasn't been a wait each time we have visited, & their decorations are awesome! They added little toy machines and are planning to add more! The cafe is small, but super cozy and cute. Will be visiting again for sure! (:“

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

“Lovely place, lovely people, and lovely tea of course 💕.“

“In the words of my 11 year-old nephew: " If this is how British people eat everyday, then they must be in heaven." Out of the mouth of babes. All In all i am very happy. Fish was tasty and crisp. Chips were perfect. Mushy peas were great. and the sticky toffee pudding was everything I have been searching for. 5 stars“

“Hoy por primera vez desayuné en este local. Fui en compañía de dos amigas y el servicio fué excelente. Todo el staff fué muy amable, el local estaba muy limpio, la comida es exquisita y los precios muy accesibles. Espero tener la oportunidad de regresar nuevamente.“

“Loved it! Perfect atmosphere and drinks for families with kids“

“Let me tell you what this Italian place is the 2nd best pizza place I have ever eaten from and I've been all over the country eating pizza their pizza is just like God fathers pizza it's unreal down to the marinara sauce being sweet the pizza being done to perfection and soft I will tell anyone you want good pizza in Richmond or rva zombies pizza is the place to go the chicken and pineapple couldn't have been cooked any better“

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

“Great local coffee house with tasty food options. I’m always in the mood for all-day breakfast items when I’m on a work trip, so I tried the pork sausage, egg and cheese on sourdough toast, and a delicious latte. Food and coffee were outstanding. It’s obvious the staff puts care in the prep of every sandwich. The toast was toasted perfectly with the right amount of crunch, eggs were lightly seasoned with pepper before whisking, and the cheese was nice and “melty”. Get your order “for here” , and Chill to the beats of new and old school jams while you enjoy this little local gem.“

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

“Hands down one of the best whiskey experiences so far. From the selection of whiskey to the knowledge of the bartenders Nick and Brian, this will be somewhere we keep coming back to. The food was delicious. We had the wings, cornbread, brisket and fries. The brisket can compete with bbq places that focus solely on bbq. The service of Nick and Brian show how passionately they care about whiskey and the experience of the customer. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for amazing food and taste a huge selection of whiskey.“

“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 👍👍😊“

“Really good selection of stouts. Comfortable atmosphere.“

“After reading the reviews I decided to just get the chicken and biscuits. The drive thru line was around the corner! I went in and walked out less than 5 minutes with my order. Pro-tip, it’s not a lot of people inside and two cashiers. Chicken was delicious with the biscuits, hot and fresh!“

“We had such a great time at trivia night at Väsen. The questions were actually fun and well thought out, probably some of the best trivia we’ve played in terms of variety and challenge. This spot is also my husband’s favorite for non-alcoholic options, which means a lot since he doesn’t drink. It’s one of the few places where he still feels totally included in the vibe while we’re out having fun. Great beer and great energy.“

“I had them do 24 cupcakes for my Mom’s 75th birthday and they not only looked amazing, they tasted amazing! I got so many compliments on how good they were and I definitely pointed them to Smallcakes!“

“Love this place! The staff is so welcoming and top notch, the atmosphere is cozy, beer is great, and there’s always something fun going on like trivia, food trucks, quesadilla place next door that will deliver your food there, live blue grass, the farmers market in the parking lot. Shout out to staff Jose and Jack! They are the best!“

“First time eating at First Watch and it was a great lunch.“

“**The Mary Angela Special** is, without a doubt, the best-tasting pizza I've had in a long time. From the very first bite, it delivers on every level—starting with an exceptional crust that’s perfectly crisp on the outside and light, airy, and chewy within. Each ingredient tastes incredibly fresh, as if hand-picked just before hitting the oven. The balance of flavors is spot-on—savory, rich, and satisfying without being heavy. This pizza isn’t just good—it’s a reminder of how amazing pizza *can* be when done right!“

“I recently organized a couple of catering orders from The Smoky Mug, and it was an exceptional experience, largely thanks to Dan’s superb accommodations and friendliness. The catering itself exceeded expectations. I highly recommend The Smoky Mug for their top notch BBQ, and kudos to Dan for making our events a resounding success!“

“Great experience last night. The food was amazing and the service was friendly. My ribeye was perfectly cooked and seasoned. Pork belly was on point.“