26 Best Wine Bars in Richmond

“My fiancé and I had a wonderful experience here! He got the elderflower spritz and I got a sangria. We also ordered a few tapas (started digging in before snapping a photo because it all looked too good)! Everything was absolutely delicious. Drinks were perfectly made, the presentation of the food was beautiful, and service was outstanding! Perfect spot for a date night or just grabbing drinks and tapas with friends!! Will be back for sure!“

“Lance was great! Wine was delicious, food too!“

“I snuck by while my wife was running a wine event elsewhere. Very good Neapolitan pizza...I got pepporoni as I always do for comparison purposes. Crust was thin, chewy, and had the requisite scorch bubbles with a flavorful sauce a cup pepporoni. It was happy hour so this entire pizza and a glass of wine (cab franc for me) was just $20. The wine list has some good variety, but don't expect what Somms might go crazy over. Things are priced to be approachable, and that's not a bad thing--it's just a niche. Music was perfect volume and helped complete the atmosphere...kind of a trendy vibe without being pure pop or jazz. 5 stars. Check the hours before you come...it's basically 5-9 W-Sa and 3-7 Sa too...thats's it...but they're working on getting more.“

“Amazing! The most delicious food you could possibly imagine!!!!“

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

“I am beyond obsessed with Celladora, anytime I’m in Richmond you will find me here. :) Megan the owner is an absolute dear, wealth of knowledge, funny, kind. The food is explorative, fun, tasty, perfect, curious and deliiiiicious!!! An absolute must, text them for a reservation. If brunch you gotta pancake, if dinner buy a bottle, or two!!“

“I’ve come here a few times on a friend’s recommendation. I enjoyed myself. I love the small space because I don’t care for crowds. But it can easily get crowded in there. I’d love to see Harlym Blue’Z with a slightly bigger space. The vibes are there. I enjoy the Karaoke Nights and all they have to offer. No major complaints aside from wishing they had a bigger place.“

“It was a chilly evening and we decided to stop by this newish French wine bar/café at the corner of Main and Lombardy. Of course the space isn’t newish to us as we have been going there for many years and watched its many iterations from Stonewall Cafe to now, Jardin. The food was incredible, even better than expected. Everyone there was having fun, drinking wine, eating great food with friends .. and the wait staff was great and the servers at the bar equally great. The outdoor seating was packed and everyone there was having fun also! We bought a bottle of Balthazar Cotes du Rhone & and hope to be returning to Jardin again soon…“

“Truly enjoyable meal in a great neighborhood restaurant. Everything was delicious and the service excellent. We enjoyed a lovely cauliflower appetizer, a beautiful, simple fresh salad. Three of our party enjoyed the rock fish. The 4th had an amazing sea food stew with spaghetti. Clearly a favorite of the locals. You won’t be disappointed. (Best to make a reservation.) A little noisy…..“

“Arthur was so welcoming and, in fact, that is what I would say about the whole atmosphere at this neighborhood wine bar. Oh and, yes, the wine was great too and did not break the bank! The fact that jazz artist, Marcus Tenney will be back to entertain really sealed the deal! ❤️🎶🥂“

“Congratulations on your first year anniversary! Today was my first time coming to this restaurant for the blessing of free breakfast and check out the menu for further information! The food was excellent prepared nicely! Thank you! I’ll be back next Sunday! Continue to be blessed and a blessing to others!“

“My husband asked the bartender/head mixologist, Steve Yang, for a gin based dealer's choice and he made the most wonderful drink I've had in a long time. He called it "Some kind of wonderful" it had dill, yogurt, and some other stuff and tasted like some hard to find European candy. Awesome!“

“And great mimosas! Also a nice patio to enjoy the day.“

“We ate at La Grotta for the first time last night. It will be the first of many! The service, food, and ambiance were spectacular. We were a party of 3 and each of us cleaned our plates. Our friend with Celiac could choose from almost the entire menu which is unheard of, especially at an Italian restaurant. If you're looking for a truly delicious meal, you'll find it at La Grotta! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“The food was delicious, service was impeccable, definitely plan on going back!!! 10/10.“

“The food and the staff is amazing highly recommended.“

“Good food, good drinks, and better atmosphere. Staff was amazing. Very good oysters, ordered a dozen. I asked offhand what kind of vinegar was in the minionette, and they wrote down all of the ingredients for me! I really appreciated that they went out of their way to help me out! I'm making the minionette for Thanksgiving for my family and my mom is on hospice, so I want everything to be perfect. It means so much to me that they took the time on a busy Friday to do that for me.“

“Tried the Stanley’s Cheesesteak - it was delicious! And big. I could only eat half and took the other half home. I was disappointed in the $3 add for fries, so just went with the chips, which I believe were just your average Lay’s potato chips on the plate. Service was kind, but also forgetful/got our order mixed up - for instance, I wanted the regular, full experience Stanley’s cheesesteak and my friend wanted the same with no peppers, and both came out with no peppers. My friend had asked for a box and never received the box, and the server took up the plate and tossed his other half. Lots of flies roaming around in the dining area. All in all, good sandwich but subpar experience otherwise.“

“Brunch here is always a treat. Cocktails are creative & delicious. Seasonal menu changes to match current exhibits make for diverse choices that never fail to please the palate. And as always service is excellent. Can't wait for the next visit. Thanks, Tom & Anne“

“Very upscale and very good service“

“My husband, family, and I dined here on Saturday evening after traveling from the DC/Maryland area, and I must say—everything was perfect. From the warm welcome at the front desk to our amazing server, EJ, the experience was top-tier. EJ was friendly, personable, and very knowledgeable with great food recommendations. The manager was also extremely hands-on and attentive. And let me add—the bathroom was clean (a big pet peeve of mine), so that was a definite plus!

Our food was delicious from start to finish—starters, entrées, and drinks.

Starters:
• Fried okra – delicious
• Greens and chicken egg rolls – delicious

Husband:
• Turkey wings with gravy & onions, mac and cheese, fries, and cabbage – excellent
• He wasn’t a fan of the cabbage, but it was quickly swapped for sweet potatoes, which were also excellent

Me:
• Fried fish (3), rice with gravy, and greens – excellent
• I wasn’t a fan of the greens

Family:
1. Salmon cakes, mac and cheese, and sweet potatoes – excellent
2. Turkey wings with gravy & onions, rice with gravy, and greens – delicious (not a fan of the rice with gravy)

Overall, I highly recommend this restaurant and can’t wait to return. Kudos to the manager and the entire staff for such a wonderful experience!“

“What can I say about this Firebirds in Richmond? Amazing food, service, ambiance and the manager Liliana even came by to make sure everything was perfect. Definitely coming back soon.“

“This spot delivers a good breakfast experience with great service. They've got all the traditional breakfast items, but also some really creative spins on French toast and pancakes. If you love a sweet start to your day, you'll be happy with the many choices here. We felt well taken care of by the staff.“

“Server who was also the host and bartender on a Monday afternoon was great. He held it down. The grilled chicken sandwich was awesome. Flavorful. Fries were crispy. The price was reasonable like other restaurants with chicken sandwiches. Definitely not over priced.“

“We have come here the last couple of years for a Christmas party and have been served well. The staff is friendly and helpful and always willing assist wherever they can. The place is clean. The food is tasty and the portions are good. I would recommend this place for a party or gathering. It is a bit pricey, but the service is really great.“

“We had our 20 year alumni event for about 24 people with dinner, drinks, and dessert. Melissa was super responsive to questions and alterations for the event and the food and service were awesome when we attended. The 2 servers did an excellent job.“