24 Best Southern Restaurants in Richmond

LUNCH.SUPPER! Southern • $$
3023 W Marshall St, Richmond

Customers` Favorites

Krispy Kreme Bread Pudding Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: Yes Takeout: Yes
House Buttermilk Biscuit with Sausage & Bacon Breakfast Gravy
Chicken & Waffles with Hash Browns
River City Smokehouse Sandwich
Cast Iron Local Fried Oysters
Fried Chicken & Waffles
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Hot Chicken Sandwich
Fried Green Tomatoes
Farm Table Sampler

“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.“

4.6 Superb532 Reviews
Shagbark Southern • $$$
4901 Libbie Mill E Boulevard, Richmond

Customers` Favorites

Slow-Braised Seven Hills Boneless Short Rib
Shagbark's Fried Green Tomatoes
Cast Iron-Seared Duck Breast
Warm Sticky Toffee Pudding
Chicken Fried Oyster
Shrimp and Grits
Salmon Dinner
Bread Service
Small Plates
Crab Cake

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

4.5 Superb271 Reviews
Lillie Pearl Southern • $$
305 Brook Road, Richmond

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken with Sides and Sauces
Smashville Fried Chicken Sandwich
Lobster and Crab Cake Sandwich
Fried Chicken and French Toast
OBE ATA Braised Lamb Shank GF
Baked Pimento Mac and Cheese
Peach Cobbler Bread Pudding
Peach Cobbler French Toast
Short Rib Egg Rolls Brunch
Lobster Shrimp and Grits

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

4.5 Superb488 Reviews
The Roosevelt American • $$$
623 North 25th Street, Richmond

Customers` Favorites

Jim White Pan-Seared Scallops with Sea Island Red Peas Cornmeal Mush Kohlrabi Cream \u0026 Confit Carrots
Jim White Pan-Seared Scallops with Sea Island Red Peas Cornmeal Mush Kohlrabi Cream & Confit Carrots
Cornbread with Maple Butter
Buttermilk Fried Oysters
Bissap Crusted Rockfish
Double Cheeseburger
Seven Hills Sirloin
Crispy Lamb Belly
Seared Rockfish
Burger and Fries

“Well researched food, solidly composed cocktails, and a warm interior make The Roosevelt one of the most talked about restaurants in RVA currently. Chef Leah is as much a researcher as she is a good chef. Being a long time food writer who has been on assignment in many kitchens, its no surprise to me that Leah has carved out a reputation for herself in Richmond recently. She sources a lot from local farmers, adheres often to seasonal common sense, and takes inspiration from her reading and research on Soul Food, Southern food, and Virginia food. I wouldn't classify prices at The Roosevelt as cheap but also wouldn't classify them as extravagant either. Marketed by many as a "neighborhood spot" I always see The Roosevelt as a great date night spot, particularly for those who might fancy themselves foodies. Congrats to Leah and The Roosevelt on their recent James Beard nod. In my opinion, well deserved.“

4.7 Superb421 Reviews
The Savory Grain Family • $$
2043 West Broad Street, Richmond

Customers` Favorites

Meatloaf with Our House Loaf Sauce Choice of 2 Sides
Little River Blue Crab and Artichoke Dip
Side of Honey Garlic Brussel Sprouts
SG's Signature Shrimp & Grits
SG Signature Shrimp & Grits
Creme Brulee Bread Pudding
Shiitake Ferro Soup
Chicken and Waffles
The Savory Burger
Crab Cake Benny

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

4.4 Superb457 Reviews
Julep's New Southern Cuisine Southern • $$$
420 East Grace Street, Richmond

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Tart with Caramel and Cinnamon Ice Cream
Bananas Foster Served Table Side for Two
Jumbo Lump Chesapeake Bay Crabcake
Grilled Dry Aged New York Strip
Julep’S Shrimp and Grits
Flourless Chocolate Torte
Crab Cake with Grit Cake
Slow Roasted Pork Belly
Duck Breast with Beets
Pan Seared Crab Cakes

“Loved the duck and the fried green tomatoes. Great service, too!“

4.4 Superb381 Reviews
L'Opossum American
626 China Street, Richmond

Customers` Favorites

Swashbuckling Bundt Pirate Awash in Hot Butter Rum Grilled Pineapple Ambrosia Cake
La Petite Mort Au Chocolat En Flambé Avec Une Compote De La Cerise Noir
Adorned with Cranberry Walnut & Herb Crusted Warm Chevre
Pan Roasted Chicken Basking in the Basqueness of A
Crab Cakes with Spinach and Fingerling Potatoes
Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes All Crab All the Time
Lavender Infused Limoncello Creme Brulee
La Petite Mort Au Chocolat En Flambe
Soup of the Day Du Jour
Lobster Mac and Cheese

“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.“

4.6 Superb946 Reviews
The Tobacco Company Restaurant American • $$$
1201 East Cary Street, Richmond

Customers` Favorites

Meatloaf with Mushroom Gravy
Flourless Chocolate Torte
Tobacco Company Meatloaf
Yol G Whipped Potatoes
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
Blue Crab Croquettes
Fried Green Tomatoes
Butter Cake for Two
Florida Key Lime Pie
Key Lime Cheesecake

“The atmosphere has a relaxed feel with seating at the bar, tables, and hightops. Our group of seven had no trouble getting tables for a Friday evening Social hour. Maddie provided us with great service throughout the evening. Drinks, food, and water refills were right on-time.“

4.3 Superb1060 Reviews
Southern Kitchen Southern • $$
9210 Stony Point Parkway, Richmond

Customers` Favorites

Southern Fried Chicken Collard Greens and Mac and Cheese
Fried Catfish Collard Greens and Macaroni and Cheese
Complimentary Cornbread Muffin with Butter
Southern Fried Fish Platter
Chicken Liver and Onions
Country Fried Chicken
Southern Fried Shrimp
Cornbread Basket 4
Chicken Egg Rolls
Chicken N Waffles

“I went to Southern Kitchen tonight for the first time. I saw this restaurant on U-Tube for the top 10 black owned restaurants. And yes, this restaurant deserves it!👏🏽Everything was on point! The flavor of the food, the service, and the atmosphere!👌🏾 I'm definitely going back!“

4.3 Superb976 Reviews
Mama J's Kitchen Southern • $$
415 North 1st Street, Richmond

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken and Mac and Cheese
Fried Chicken Dark with Cornbread
Mama J's Famous Seafood Salad
Fried Chicken and Corn Muffin
Yams and Mac and Cheese
Pork Chops and Gravy
Smothered Pork Chops
Special Turkey Wings
Dark Fried Chicken
Pork Chop Sandwich

“I waited all week to get a meal from Mama J ! I was very disappointed, my order was wrong no corn muffin ,got cabbage when I order collar greens. Waitress wrote collardgreens on my order but someone didn't read and gave me cabbage. Also gave me a teaspoon of potato salad .I came from Chesterfield to be disappointed. A 40.00 meal 0“

4.3 Superb807 Reviews
Fall Line Kitchen & Bar American • $$
500 East Broad Street, Richmond

Customers` Favorites

Wagyu Bistro Steak and Frites
Oysters on the Half Shell
Peanut Butter Pretzel Pie
Seven Hills Cheeseburger
Roasted Organic Chicken
Fall Line Old Fashioned
Southern Fried Chicken
Ooey Gooey Butter Cake
Iron Skillet Cornbread
Lump Crab Hushpuppies

“A bit expensive but bussin burger and fries“

4.5 Superb1058 Reviews
Smohk RVA BBQ Barbecue • $
3112 West Leigh Street, Richmond

Customers` Favorites

Burnt Ends All My xxx Pork BBQ Collards Smoked Mac Baked Beans
4 Rib Platter with Mac and Cheese and Sweet Potatoes
Carolina on My Mind with a Side of Baked Beans
Mac and Cheese Pulled Pork Brisket
Ribeye Mac and Cheese and Cole Slaw
Pulled Pork with Sides
Smoked Mac and Cheese
Pulled Pork BBQ Bowl
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Macaroni and Cheese

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

4.7 Superb306 Reviews
Daily Menu Restaurant Southern • $
1800 East Main Street, Richmond

Customers` Favorites

Catfish Shrimp & Grits
Salmon Cake Platter
Wings & Crab Fries
Wings and Fries
3 Chicken Tacos
Chicken Wings
Crispy Wings
Fish Tacos
Quesadilla
Sandwich

“Chill and laid back vibe, loved the environment, waitresses were nice, food was good as hell!“

4.2 Good147 Reviews
Rueger's Restaurant Southern • $
901 Bank Street, Richmond

“The Best Chef around great food and very good staff !“

4.3 Superb31 Reviews
Toast, New American Gastropub at The Village Gastropubs • $$
7007 Three Chopt Road, Richmond

Customers` Favorites

Nashville Chicken Sandwich
Sweet Potato Tater Tots GF
Sweet Potato Tater Tots
Shrimp & Crab Nachos GF
Fresh Homemade Doughnut
Bacon Brussel Sprouts
The Cuban Reuben GFO
Samma & Crab Nachos
Truffle Burger GFO
Crabcake Benedict

“Good beer and food. Love the smoked cocktails.“

4.5 Superb353 Reviews
Jadean's Smokin' Six O BBQ Barbecue • $
1126 Westbriar Drive, Richmond

Customers` Favorites

Large Brisket Sandwich on Texas Toast
Pork BBQ Sandwich Bourbon Neans
Hush Puppies and Onion Rings
Battered Dipped Onion Rings
1 lb Pulled Pork Sandwich
Frisky Brisket Texas Toast
Cherry Wood Smoked Chicken
French Fries w Smoked BBQ
Double Cheeseburger
Pulled Smoked Pork

“The food was really good and service was good even though there was only 1 working and the cook. Will definitely eat there again if back up in that area.“

4.6 Superb184 Reviews
Bar-Q (Bark) | BBQ Barbecue • $
2600 W Main St, Richmond

Customers` Favorites

Smoked Brisket with Collards
Smack \u0026 Beef Sandwich
1-2-3 Attack Burrito
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Brisket Sandwich
Chicken Sandwich
Christmas Beans
Chicken Wings
Hush Puppies
Candied Yams

“I'M A TRUE FOODIE, IF YOU HAVEN'T BEEN GO. YES, ALL CAPITALS......“

4.5 Superb229 Reviews
Helen’s Restaurant Family • $$
2527 West Main Street, Richmond

Customers` Favorites

Black Stone Benedict with Curried Potatoes
Veggie Hash with Eggs Any Style
Sausage Gravy and Biscuit
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Fried Green Tomatoes
Chicken Saltimbocca
Blueberry Pancakes
Shrimp and Grits
Corned Beef Hash
Chicken Biscuit

“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!“

4.4 Superb390 Reviews
Strangeways Brewing RVA-Scott's Addition Brewery • $
3110 West Leigh Street, Richmond

“Amazing place. Parking is a task, so is everything downtown. Totally recommend“

4.6 Superb148 Reviews
Westham Tavern Southern • $$
100 South 12th Street, Richmond

Customers` Favorites

Slider Trio

“Isabella who is was very attentive to my every need. She was detailed asked questions regarding my food choices and even carried on a conversation with my daughter after I had paid for my meal. The bar was loud which was ok and I ordered an old fashion which tasted like dirty water and fruit. Yuck. My meal was very very good , was even good late the same evening. Had catfish bites Friedan’s Caesar salad to wash down a Coca-Cola. Great spot - good food- and the staff is amazing. Thanks for making this trip worry free for food/coke“

3.7 Good72 Reviews
Sugar's Crab Shack Seafood • $$
2224 Chamberlayne Avenue, Richmond

Customers` Favorites

Softshell Crab Sandwich
Popcorn Shrimp Platter
Crab Cake Platter
Fish and Shrimp
Buttered Toast
Oyster Platter
Fried Whiting
Fried Oysters
Bread Pudding
Deviled Crab

“I just moved to the area and it happened to be the first place I went to. Definitely was not disappointed whatsoever. Everything was seasoned and fried to perfection. Honestly, those fries had no business being that good lol Great southern service which I always appreciate.“

4.3 Superb310 Reviews
McCormack's Big Whisky Grill Barbecue • $$
1420 North Parham Road, Richmond

Customers` Favorites

Whisky Burger Bleu Cheese Bacon \u0026 Mac Sauce
Mac's Special Tasting His Bourbon and Reservoir
Cast Iron Ribeye Steak Sauteed Mushrooms
House Smoked NC-Style Pulled Pork BBQ
Meatloaf Sandwich
Smoked Pork Ribs
Brussels Sprouts
Cuban Sandwich
Mac and Cheese
Chicken Wings

“Knowledgable staff, amazing food and atmosphere!“

4.3 Superb276 Reviews
Harold's Kitchen Soul Food • $
806 East 22nd Street, Richmond

Customers` Favorites

2 Pancakes with Corn Beef Hash
Macaroni and Cheese
Chicken and Waffles
Macaroni & Cheese
Golden Cornbread
Mashed Potatoes
Fried Chicken
Candied Yams
Salmon Cake
Turkey Wings

“harolds kitchen 😋 is absolutely wonderful, great food and they are always friendly gotta love them ❤“

4.4 Superb142 Reviews
Croaker's Spot Seafood • $$
1020 Hull Street, Richmond

Customers` Favorites

Sauteed Scallops and Shrimp over a Bed of Rice with Cabbage and Cornbread
Croaker's Crab Cake Sandwich
Croaker's Spot Seafood Bowl
Eggleston's Fried Fish Boat
Croaker's Fried Wing Dings
Famous Fish and Shrimp Fry
Mac and Cheese Cornbread
Fried Chicken Wing Meal
Fried Seafood Platter
The Ultimate Feast

“Went here for date night and let me say ba-bee!!!! The food here is EVERYTHING!!! The vibe is amazing !!!! The drinks are BANGING!!! The music is ON POINT!!! It’s more of a mature vibe and the staff is AWESOME!!!! I love it here!!! I recommend to dine here, you won’t be disappointed!!!!“

4.2 Good611 Reviews