50 Best American Restaurants in Richmond

“Had to make a stop downtown for business and grabbed an early dinner right before Christmas. It was our first time trying this spot. It was so wonderful, the food, the server, atmosphere and the creative creation when I asked for one of their signature cocktails to be hot vs iced. Happy new year and here’s to wonderful food and company!“

“Alewife is our go to restaurant when we come to Richmond! They always do a top notch job with food, service and adult beverages! Keep up the great work!“

“We are regular patrons of the Midlothian Tazza but they are not open Sundays. It’s great to have the Tazza experience only a few more miles away!“

“Came here with a group of four on a Saturday night. Quick service and the server was very knowledgable of the ingredients and current offerings. The Ceasar needed at least twice as much sauce than what was given. Everyone enjoyed their mains and there's no complaints there. The menu on the night we went didn't have a vegetarian dish, obviously substitutions could be made, but vegetarian focused dishes are always a plus“

“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.“

“Had the best time! Definitely worth the trip.“

“We had a delightful experience all around. The dim lighting, candle light, live piano music, and perfect sound level made for a great ambiance. The food was also very good. We started with the baked Brie, then got the salmon (was a special) and the beef bourguignon. All of it was delicious and came in perfectly portioned sizes. The service was fantastic too. The server was helpful and super attentive. They recommended a beautiful wine to go with our meal, and our water glasses were filled throughout the night without having to ask even once. We will certainly be back! I recommend making a reservation as it filled up pretty quickly.“

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

“Nice atmosphere and good food.“

“We went in for a couple drinks on the rooftop and ended up staying for dinner at the lobby bar. It just so happened to be restuarant week and there was a a. 3 I was it was a a time for me to 1ew2 2menu with plenty of options for everyone. I would likely recommend stopping in if you're looking for a nice, quirky spot to eat. The skyline alone from the rooftop is the perfect setting to start a beautiful evening wether with friends or on a date. Big shout out to Earl the bartender!“

“Normally I don't write reviews for restaurants, but this place just went above and beyond my expectations. It was my first time visiting your establishment and my first impression was the waitress Tabbi Englehart greeting me at the table, she had a smile and was very helpful and offered suggestions we should try. Service and timing were absolute perfect. Food was amazing as well. Pretty much they treat you like kings and queens. 100% would return. I would give this restaurant 10 stars if I could.“

“First time at this new location. Food was delicious. Very well prepared. Only complaint was that the 2-top tables were very close together and were actually difficult to get in and out of without bumping other people or to have a private conversation.“

“This is truly one of the better restaurants in Richmond! The ambiance was lovely, funky, quirky. The music was just loud enough. I cannot say enough good about the service and food. From the hostess to the serving staff our interactions were stellar. They were attentive without being intrusive. They anticipated every need and addressed every concern professionally and promptly. The food was outstanding. I got the swellington, my husband the rabbit. Both surprised and delighted us! Not only that, but they brought us two complimentary glasses of champagne in honor of our anniversary! All in all a truly outstanding experience. We highly recommend L'Opposum!“

“I came here for a work event and we were directed to the event space. I got the short rib and a couple others got the salmon. Both were wonderful.Drinks were a little slow but heavily poured and made for a lively evening.The night was made by the service given by Rylee. She took the time to connect with everybody and made us all feel welcome while giving wonderful service. Her patience and expertise made the night a wonderful experience!“

“My cousin had her bridal shower at Henley on 4/11. Everything was perfect! The food was delicious. William snd his staff were phenomenal! This is my new spot to come and relax enjoy the great food and drink. Thank you again for allowing us to have her bridal shower there.“

“Stella was delightful. Ask for the onion rings, they aren’t on the brunch menu. I got the brunch burger, my friend got the short rib hash/biscuits and gravy. No complaints. They were willing to customize so much for us due to eating restrictions. Great experience.“

“The atmosphere upon arrival was awesome. The rest of the stay, I cannot say the same. The game overall was great for first timers. Although our waiter was less than satisfactory. He asked us if we had been there before and we stated no. He then proceeded to ask for our orders on drinks and didn't even take time to explain how things worked. He came to our table about 4 times total and one of those times was to tell us that our time was up. He then proceeded to tell us that it was our fault and something would've came up on our screen. Which was not the case. Would recommend this place again, although I hope the next time is a much better experience. Btw ...make sure you're not in the booth 329...that's two high tops and not a lounge. Also, explore your options with wait staff, Jason was sweet but he was too distracted and was not a great listener.“

“Attended the Wade Cellars wine tasting hosted here by Chef Mike Lindsey and it was phenomenal.The restaurant is on the smaller side, but very well put together, inviting, and has charm.I haven't tried menu items from Jubilee yet, but after this experience, we will definitely be back!“

“This place, the food, and service was excellent! Please take a moment to visit.“

“My first time to visit! I had no idea it was there! That may be the point. Loved it!“

“Our first time here.. We just found by accident and so glad we did. Food and service Absolutely amazing.“

“I took some friends out for their engagement celebration to The Roosevelt and couldn't have made a better choice. The waitress was great. The food was excellent! My girlfriend said it was some of the best scallops she's ever had. Shout out to Will who graciously treated the table to a nice wine for the happy couple!“

“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!“

“Great service. I love a restaurant that care about their guest, especially the ones with certain food allergies. Trio also have a nice atmosphere“

“Great local spot with lots of Fan area history.“

“Most important thing is the quality of the good and drinks. Good care and quality is devoted to each. The dry rub wings are off the charts. Like ginger snd bourban... try the Luther. Great cool, chill.vibe.“

“Very small quaint restaurant. It was packed and the employees were doing their best being they were short staffed. I ordered an iced tea but was given an option of juice or soft drink because the tea was two days old per the employee. I thank her and got something different. I just went simple because the menus is a bit overwhelming but I loved that there were options! I just got the waffle with fresh strawberries.“

“My date and I decided on the newest ML Steak location in the Chesterfield Town Center on a rainy, romantic Wednesday evening. These guys absolutely hit it out of the park. We sat at the bar where we were promptly served by our bartender Tom. We could not have been given better service: Tom explained the menu with both detail and passion to the point we were nearly hypnotized at the end. It’s the kind of professional level service that you rarely see anymore but we experienced it here. Tom would even transfer Felicia’s beer into a frosty pint glass if it were sitting too long. These little details truly make the difference. I ordered the Beast Burger and I may have had a better burger in my life but nothing comes to mind right now because this thing was a juicy culinary masterpiece of bison and boar meat. Felicia gave me some of her fried smoke half chicken and it was equally amazing. Chicken smoked in house and given a special blend of spices. We couldn’t have been happier with the total dining experience here at ML Steak, including the ambiance. It’s the type of restaurant experience that has become rare today but needs to be experienced and celebrated. Bravo! We will be back!“

“Pretty cool local spot. Was definitely a good bar burger. I don't know that it's a gourmet burger and I would definitely say if I'm three beers in I'm really loving that burger. I also went on a stand-up comedy night. Well they were not very good I appreciated the idea that the bar goes for a local concept. I think if you're looking for a fun night with a few beers and friends and some food, this is the place for you“

“Great burgers, best chicken wings and fresh salads! Loved it!“

“Had my husband's birthday here tonight. Very nice and accommodating staff. Service was excellent and the food was wonderful. We have a couple of vegans in the family who were able to have delicious meals which is rare, and we never take for granted!! Highly recommend.“

“the most wonderful place on earth.“

“Such a lovely place with great food!“

“Great atmosphere, seating and drinks while you wait. Good food and drinks. Great service friendly staff“

“What an awesome venue. I took my son to see The Chats and had a great time. It was easy to get to and park. The staff cared about the young fans and made sure my son was taken care of. There was also plenty of room even though it was sold out. We stayed on the outside and he stood on a bench to see the while show. I wouldn't hesitate to bring him back.“

“The food first and foremost was outstanding. Delicious ! Crab hush puppies were amazing. The staff were amazing. The ambiance was perfect. I will definitely recommend and will be going back.“

“Always fresh and delicious. Their avacados are always ripe and green. Flavors are always a hit. My go to spot and I dont think there is anything remotely comprable that I have ever come across. This is what one hopes sweetgreen could be like but is nowhere close in quality. Do yourself a favor and try Goatacado.“

“Native Plate is SO good. Everything was literally so amazing - the waitstaff were incredibly kind and helpful navigating our food allergies, the bar tender made me a delicious mocktail mojito, and our food was so so fresh. They are in fact a scratch kitchen, and everything tasted like it was grown out back and picked just for our meals! We can't wait to bring family and friends here! My one teensy complaint is that it gets a little smoky when they cook, as there doesn't seem to be much ventilation, but that would not stop me from coming back. The decor is cute and the ambiance is also so peaceful :)“

“Man I love this place and can’t wait to get back I’m a couple blocks away but a bit confused on hours so f op…. But staff is very helpful in helping my son pick his food out which he loved and he even got named after him ! But staff talked with him about his spice level and different chilies it was the whole restaurant experience!!! I tell everyone I know if you come to north side and Manchu is open you Gotta Go!!!“

“Old world vibe ,very cool Place“

“We ordered too much food but it was fun to try a few things. Nachos with steak, ham and cheese croissant with onion rings, fries covered in cheese and a chocolate peanut butter milkshake. Nachos were great, if you don’t like a lot of sour cream get it on the side. Ham and cheese was full of flavor and loaded with cheese (wish I asked for mayo on it), onion rings - delicious especially dipped in their ranch. The loaded fries were great, especially like that they toasted the cheese on top of the fries (it’s a big plate). Lastly the milkshake; big thick milkshake - well worth it.The menu is huge and we’ll definitely go back for other items.“

“First time visit, excellent service and the food was delicious!!!“

“I have my mother to thank for reintroducing me to this quaint, belly filling spot. ? If you love a warm roast beef, I recommend the The Teacher. ? Keep an eye out for their house made desserts(they go fast). ?Kid-friendliness: Kids menu with classic options.“

“One of my favorite restaurants in the fan. I would recommend the Caribbean monkey drink, the monkey fries, the angus burger, and the breakfast pizza during brunch. You will not go wrong with any of these items! This restaurant is always consistent and has a welcoming atmosphere.“

“Justin & Ginny are the brains and brawn behind this fantastic breakfast/lunch spot. Scratch made everything, killer soups and full service coffee. This is the best kept lunch secret in Richmond... Standing in line at Perly's? Head east & south and get some AWESOME.“

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

“amazing food today and we had a variety. Mussels, oysters, truffle fries, sushi, crab cakes and sangria. We had no complaints. I forgot my server's name but she was great. ❤️“

“An amazing dinner! The food is like nothing you see elsewhere. Absolutely amazing. The staff is attentive, friendly and works very hard to have a pleasant experience. I definitely will be back!“

“Packed on a Wednesday night, but at 6:30pm, we were able to get a decent table for 5. Portions are huge food was hot. Coffee with dessert was cold, and it got sent back. The housemate chips are thicker than most but deliciously seasoned and very crispy. Just the way I like them. The calamari was cooked to perfection and not rubbery. I liked the fried peppers that accompanied the calamari. Had to get extra marinara because the bowl was full to overflowing. When I say the portions are huge... I ordered the chicky chicky parm parm and I still have more to eat. I've been having sides of spaghetti for the last 2 days. Go and try it out. You won't be disappointed. The drinks were on point.“

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