Absolutely delicious and a charming restaurant. Unfortunately, I don't remember our servers name, but she was absolutely wonderful. We were dining there for our anniversary, and they even made us a little card to congratulate us, and sent us away with extra bread and an entire baguette. I can't recommend this place enough. We don't live in Richmond, but I will sure be happy to return to this restaurant when we come back. Edit: just found the receipt, and our server's name was Leticia G. Thanks, Leticia, for a fantastic dining experience on our visit to Richmond! read more

We recently went to Can Can for dinner for the first time. I'd been many times for breakfast and brunch, but always wanted to go for dinner. We made a 6pm reservation on a Friday. We walked in about 10 minutes early and were seated immediately, near the front windows. We ordered drinks, which came out quickly, and the steak tartare, which came shortly after. It was tasty, as was the baguette that it was served with. We were also pleasantly surprised at how fast our meals came out after that. For our entrees, my bf got the chicken soirée, which was very good, and I ordered the boeuf bourguignon. The mashed potatoes were so fluffy and the beef was very tender. We then ordered dessert- the marjolaine was so decadent and delicious. Service by Allison was polite and friendly and the restaurant has such a warm atmosphere. We really enjoyed our meal and look forward to returning! read more

Can Can Brasserie - Boeuf Bourguignon - French Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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I really should have read reviews before making reservations for our anniversary, as I could see this place was hit or miss. We made reservations on a Sat at 5:30, so I thought it would be early enough to miss the crowds...WRONG! The bar was already full and it was noisy. We were seated right in front of the hostess station so there was a lot of traffic and noise. Our waiter was trying, but seemed either inexperienced or stretched too thin, so service was just mediocre. I had the quiche Lorraine and it was overcooked, made with rubbery ham bits instead of bacon. And he said it came with "greens," but let me tell you, it was like eating grass--all green arugula with nothing else and the dressing was rather bland. I did not eat them. My husband got the chicken sandwich and frites. Frites were sort of soggy and not great, and the chicken was too oily and had some sort of strong spice that neither of us liked. End result was a loud, crowded, hurried, and unenjoyable dinner. It was not at all what we'd had planned for a special anniversary dinner. But I went to Thanksgiving dinner here last year and it was wonderful! So, as I said, I think it's hit or miss. It's also true that we are more likely to tell others when something is subpar, because we really enjoyed the Thanksgiving meal there. read more

Arrived for an anniversary celebration which they were aware of as server greeted as such. However this was never addressed with anything complimentary as we are used to from multiple previous celebrations at many locations. Drink menus were left for us to peruse and when we ordered we were then told they were not available. Subsequently ordered a sour apple martini and again server returned with no supplies available to make a simple cocktail. Appetizer was excellent beet salad onion soup and escargots. The entrees were fair at best. The New York strip was cooked as ordered but honestly was inadequately seasoned which I as an amateur can do better at home. The beef beef bourguignon was a glob of meat which could have been beef stew sitting on purée potatoes ( fair at best). Unfortunately we will not be returning any time soon read more

Overall, for the value, the food was a little underwhelming. We had a multitude of items including the escargot, beet salad, and beef tartare. Our mains were the steak frites and branzino. The escargot and beet salad were the main stars but I wish there was more beet salad. Unfortunately the beef tartare was a total miss on texture and flavor. While the branzino was cooked well, there wasn't much flavor. The steak frites were solid. A nice ambiance for a friend group dinner. Great service as well. read more

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Such a beautiful French restaurant. Huge wine selection, both bar and dine in service. Boujie elegant atmosphere, great bartenders, great vibes! I came in at 10:30am for a chai latte. My god, what a delight. Probably best chai latte I had in a long time. At 11am, lunch begins. I ordered a half dozen of raw oysters. To me oysters all taste the same, but however they prepared it, so delicious. The bartenders here are so nice and sweet. Didn't catch their names, but they are amazing and also everyone here are so pretty! Gillian- THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING! Total professional with such a bright positive energy! Highly recommend this human being as your bartender for an amazing experience. read more

Can Can Brasserie - Half dozen oysters. - French Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

The best thing we got was the beet salad. The steak tartare was underwhelming and served with soft bread. The escargot was also good. The branzino was a small portion, cooked well, but somewhat bland. Very spacious and pretty restaurant read more

Can Can Brasserie - French Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I was so excited to try Can Can Brasserie when I was in Carytown recently. The building is beautiful and vintage. We ordered a round of cocktails and several appetizer to share amongst the table. My favorite was the beef tartare but the pear salad and beet stack were also good. My cocktail, the Lucky Lady, was delicious, very unique and spirit forward which I like. The cocktails took very long to arrive, they didn't come until we had completely finished all of our apps. The server did acknowledge and apologize for the wait. We also split several of the main dishes between our table including Croque Monsieur, pan seared rockfish (my favorite), chicken, and Beef Bourguignon. All of them were good but I wasn't blown away by any. Overall, we enjoyed our meal, however I'm not sure the level of experience and food quality was in line with the price point. read more

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Went with the family during the holiday season and enjoyed our dinner out. Only went one time before, and that was possibly before yelp was even invented lol. One star off because it took a while to order, parking is a challenge and the price point seems a few dollars too high. For cocktails/mock tails, we got the Pornstar martini and the Bearclaw and everyone really enjoyed them. I loved my bearclaw- perfect balance of alcohol to flavor. Apps: Baked Brie Truffle Caesar Onion soup Macaroni Gruyère All were enjoyed by the group. Entrees Moules frites Beef bourguignon Salmon À la moutarde Sautéed rockfish No one disappointed in there entrees but I think the beef bourg and the salmon were the best. read more

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This restaurant is amazing! The crispy oysters were delicious. The boeuf bourginon was extremely tender. The moules frites were fresh, although the fries got cold and soft quickly. The Marjolaine dessert was delicious and not overly sweet. The interior was lovely and the staff were very friendly. Overall, I would definitely come again! read more

Can Can Brasserie - Boeuf Bourguignon - French Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Now I understand why this place is rated below 4 stars overall. We're visiting from Texas, and some friends who live in the area recommended that we stop by for a mid-afternoon snack. When we arrived, the person at the host stand was friendly. We asked to sit outside and were told there would be a 5-10 minute wait. While we were waiting, another guest walked up and was seated outside immediately. It wasn't in the same section where we eventually sat, but it was still surprising given what we had just been told. Unfortunately, the service never really improved from there. Our waitress was lukewarm at best and immediately tried to upsell us to sparkling water, which we declined. We ordered two salads, a glass of wine for me, and a beer for my husband. The wine pour was surprisingly small. When our salads arrived, we asked for pepper. Our waitress went inside, brought out the pepper mill, set it on the table, and walked away without offering to grind it for us. We've never experienced that before, and even some nearby diners commented that they hadn't either. Overall, we were extremely disappointed with the experience and would not return. The one bright spot was meeting some wonderful people while sitting outside. At least there are still some genuinely friendly folks around Carytown. read more

TLDR; beautiful restaurant but incredibly overpriced. We left disappointed. Vibe - this restaurant is STUNNING! The lights and atmosphere make it a great place for a date or drinks with friends. Drinks - my friend and I both ordered espresso martinis. They were good but standard and certainly not worth $17!! I was shocked by the price. Food - I was surprised to see that most of the dinner entrees were $26+. I ordered the French onion soup and croque madam but I didn't love either. My friend ordered the steak frites which were excellent but pricey for the portion size. Overall it was fun but way too expensive. read more

Can Can Brasserie - Croque Monsieur, Madame** - French Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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What a fantastic Carry town gem! This is half of the steak sandwich, fries were perfectly cooked, the steak sandwich was phenomenal! Cheese, fresh lettuce, soft sourdough. I also got the bread service included 5 types of freshly baked bread and house made butter! To die for! We tried the French onion soup as one must and it also did not disappoint, smothered in gooey melts cheese loaded with onion and croutons as it should be. To finish the meal was marjolaine, what a unique experience! Loaded with tiered flavors and textures that all complemented each other like nothing I've previously experienced. I'd be remiss if I failed to mention Laticia's exceptional service! Do yourself the treat and come try this place out! read more

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Cozy double date dinner on a cold winter day --------------------------------- Food: we ordered the caesar salad, beef tartare as appetizers, and our group got the beef, duck poulet, steak and mussels. Overall, dishes were not as good as the food we had in France, but still overall rich and flavorful. The duck was tender and crispy on the outside, on top of a rich stew of beans, veggies, and sausage. Beef tartare was a bit tough. Recommendations: duck poulet, steak Affordability: unfortunately a bit on the pricier side (but it is 2026 so) Ambiance: an authentic Parisian experience in Richmond! Service: great! They didn't throw out the leftovers we forgot which was appreciated. Unfortunately no complimentary breads Good for: a nicer date night read more

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Beautiful resteraunt, pretty good service. The menu is limited and I witnessed two two-tops look at it and leave before drinks. The recommended wine was...okay. The salad was...decent, the mac and cheese...acceptable. The steak...unfinished and left at the table. I received more fries than what Five Guys would allow - they were good though *shrug*. The dessert was the best part. I may have ordered the wrong things. I may give it another chance but I wouldn't run there... read more

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The waitress was very friendly but hadn't tried many of the menu items due to her plant-based diet, so we couldn't rely on her for recommendations. Luckily, one of my friends had been here before and suggested the mussels. I ordered that, and they came with a large order of fries that were a bit cold but still tasty (they would probably taste great when served hot and fresh). Get the garlic aioli on the side! The sauce the mussels came in was delicious (garlicky and buttery). The escargot also came in a delicious sauce and was perfectly cooked. I would come back for this meal the next time I'm in Richmond. The inside is very cute and reminds me of a restaurant you'd find in Paris. read more

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Food, monte cristo w/ greens on the side, delicious. Service by hostess and waitress (Ally L, was great. I got a handmade card from hostess for our anniversary. Cute place. A bit loud. Parking available in lot or on street but hard to find due to business on a Saturday. Still worth it. read more

My favorite restaurant in RVA. It's the perfect mix of romantic and whimsical. The French onion soup is easily the best I've had and the frites are ridiculously good--crispy, salty perfection. Perfect spot for a date night or just pretending you're in Paris for an evening. read more

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Venue: The location is right in the heart of a busy and happening area and has an attached parking lot. We were lucky enough to snag a close spot and not have to walk far. Upon entry, the chatter of busy diners and bar patrons was a bit loud as it is very open but that is also usually a good sign on a Wednesday night. They had a nice display of old world beers, wine options, and spirits on the wall behind the bar. They made great use of the space to maximize seating but also give you space to move and breathe a bit: Service: the front podium staff was very friendly and directed us to the bar while we waited for our table. The bartender had a great sense of humor when explain the newly released holiday drink menu. Once seated, our server's assistant was quick to greet and advise us our server was wrapping up with a large group and would be over soon. The assistant did a great job making sure we were taken care of. Once the server came over, she was knowledgeable of the menu and very accommodating with suggestions for our dietary restricted party members. The food took longer than expected and a complimentary bread basket was dropped off. The server did a great job checking in for new cocktail orders but not bothering the group. All around great serving experience and I'm disappointed in myself I couldn't remember her name. Food: The food was solid. I ordered the chicken with sweet potato and Brussel sprouts. Peers at the table ordered a burger and a couple steaks. Next round I would probably go with the NY strip over the chicken. The desserts were a hit with the group and didn't last long on the table. Overall: Good experience, great server, and wouldn't hesitate to return. read more

Can Can Brasserie - French Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Still just as good as I remember it. Busy, a little loud and tres chic. Went with a group of 10 ladies. Had some lovely cocktails and then dinner. I had the mussels, which I very much enjoyed. Several at our table ordered the quiche, which looked too beautiful to eat. Definitely going to try that on my next trip. Terrific service as well, which made for a great dining experience. read more

The food was delicious. Ordered the Vegan sandwich and soup. The sandwich was tasty and filling also, a nice size portion. The tomato soup was fresh and hot. Patrick made our experience very pleasant. The restaurant was very French and quant. Lighting was elegant. read more

Wonderful...as usual and our server Camryn was awesome! I will return! Can-Can is consistently good! read more

Went to Can Can for their cafe on a Saturday. The Can Can Coffee House is open Wednesday - Saturday from 7am - 10am according to their social media. A friend and I ordered the chai tea latte and shared a couple pastries. The chai teas were a great size, perfect temperature, and absolutely delicious! I enjoyed it a lot and would definitely get it again. Everything was ready fairly quickly and the employee who took our order was attentive. The pastries were okay. I thought they were a bit dry and not as fresh as I would've expected - definitely not fresh French quality. Overall, I enjoyed the ambiance of the "coffee house" and the chai tea a lot! I think if Can Can could step up the pastry game they could compete with the other fresh pastry and coffee shops in Richmond. read more

Can Can Brasserie - Chai tea and pastries - French Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Emily was my server and helped me pick the most amazing lunch menu. I had the chicken sandwich, pavlova, and a half carafe of viognier. Fantastic meal, great service, nice day to dine on the patio. read more

I just love this place. It's Byzantine floors. Probably 15' stamped tin ceilings. It's loud. It's festive. Huge windows opens to Cary St. Their French onion soup is bar none the finest in the world. As a follow up the "blackberry" oysters are truly my favorite. Whether as a main the quiche or the crab dolloped avocado toast, it's the best brunch in Richmond. Parking is a PITA but uber, drink to your hearts content. read more

There is nothing here that can disappoint . I feel like a small part of Paris has been placed in Richmond every time I come here , such a nostalgic place . The wait staff are always so pleasant and witty .. I have had steak frites and moules frites every time . I may try someone new next date . Just a nice place, even if you just get a dessert with a cappuccino. It can get busy and very loud inside so I recommend getting there early and snagging reservations. read more

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3.5 stars. We went early on a Saturday evening for dinner. The space is inviting and lively, and our server was very sweet and attentive. She explained the menu, made recommendations, and took our orders promptly. Now for the food. We both started with the French onion soup. It was rich and cheesy, with lots of tender onions and broth-soaked baguette slices. A great start. We ordered a half lobster before the entrees. The lobster was fresh and tender, but there were only 3 bites of edible lobster meat. Smallest lobster we've ever seen. They make a big deal of serving it in a large bowl over ice, with cocktail sauce, butter, and aioli. All for 3 bites? That amounts to almost $10 a bite! Entrees were mixed. The duck confit cassoulet was just what you'd expect. Tender, unctuous duck, over a smoky mixture of creamy beans, sausage, and vegetables. Very satisfying. The steak frites were just OK. The frites were amazing: thin, crispy, and lightly salted. The accompanying NY strip was a disappointment. The steak was tender and cooked perfectly. It was just way too salty. When we took a bite, the flavor was delicious, but the aftertaste was pure salt, as if we gargled with salt water. My carnivore husband left about 1/3 of it on his plate. The Marjolaine dessert was fabulous. Almond, hazelnut, chocolate, coffee... yummy! The wine list is well curated, and we enjoyed a lovely Sancerre and Bordeaux with our meal. read more

The staff was friendly and the atmosphere is good, though it was a good bit louder than I expected. The salmon was delicious and well prepared, the vegetables and sauce were a bit of a letdown. The zero proof cocktail was fine. Decent spot for a date night if the menu looks appealing. read more

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Came here for dinner upon someone's recommendation and left unsatisfied. The dishes all fell short and everything was much too salty. Appetizers - The escargots did not taste of anything and were a little rubbery. The herb sauce unfortunately did not do enough for it. The French onion soup was super duper salty and wish it came with some bread like the escargot did. The crispy oysters were more breading than oyster. The chickpeas fries were new to me. They were rather soft and lacking much dimension. Mains - Boeuf bourguignon was just okay, beef was salty and thankfully the potato puree helped balance that out. The duck in the duck l'orange was probably the best thing. The duck was nicely cooked and flavorful. The broccolini was nice. The mushrooms were juicy and terribly salty. The red cabbage was really sweet and it didn't feel like it fit with the whole dish. There was supposed to be a cauliflower puree with this but I don't think I saw or tasted it. Service was good. The interior is elegant and sophisticated. Overall, food could have been better. read more

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Dinner and dessert is ALWAYS delicious here. We had a chance to try their brunch menu and it was also super delicious read more

Can Can Brasserie - Brunch Mix of Young Greens Grand Mimosa Quiche Du Jour - French Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Came here for brunch with a friend on Sunday at noon. Good thing she made a reservation the night before, I think the only thing available was outdoors however it was chilly and when we arrived, we asked if we could sit inside and they were able to give us a table near the entrance, which was not ideal, but I'm glad that they could accommodate. The tables are fairly small and the chair backs are round, so there really isn't anywhere to put your bag. I got the steak sandwich with fries. It was very delicious, filling and large portioned with lots of fries that I had left over. Our server asked if we wanted aïoli with our fries and we said yes, but later found out that it was a dollar for it, which isn't a big deal but would've been nice to be mentioned that there would be an extra charge. We got beignets as an appetizer which were delicious. I ordered tea which came in a very small pot that was just enough for one cup. They did offer to refill it and I said yes. My friend got orange juice, which she asked if it was fresh squeezed and was told that it was, but it was not. I was visiting a friend in Richmond, so I can't compare it to the handful of places that I went while I was there. But it's pretty good and very cute and French. read more

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Casual lunch. Attended by Hailey - she is outstanding! Croque Monsieur and French Onion soup - very tasty.

This place has always been pretty good. I'm biased because my boyfriend works here but in all honesty it was better before these new owners took over. Feels like prices keep going up while food quality remains the same, but what can ya do. Inside ambience is gorgeous and classy, and it'll always be a special RVA staple. Just needs to have the same love it did before read more

Can Can Brasserie - Duck Lorange - French Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Great experience here in Richmond. If you want French food that's authentic tasting this is it. We got the steak fries and the steak is very juicy. Brie dip was great. We had the pumpkin soup and it was divine. Only thing to say is that the service is a little slow although it was packed so I'll give it to them. this is a great restaurant to bring new people to Richmond. read more

Leticia was our server and was excellent. Tge food was amazing, will be back again. Incredible quiche!

The food was terrible. The salad was all lettuce. The marjolaine was in pieces in small containers we had to it together. The steak sandwich was not worth it. We traveled 600 miles to visit Richmond and we had a bad experience and would not come back again. $100 worth of garbage. It was supossed to be a nice lunch for 4 people and we were disappointed. It is a pretty restaurant. read more

Located in the heart of Carytown in a bistro setting, the open-facing setup of the restaurant on a warm evening makes for an absolutely lovely atmosphere. Came without a reservation around 6:30 pm for a party of 2 and were seated at a table immediately but we definitely got lucky with that, so I would highly recommend making a reservation if possible! The moules frites were delicious and came with a solid amount of mussels that were fresh and tender as well as fries which were crispy and tiny in size (though definitely not in portion). We asked for some bread to dip in the white wine broth which was perfect to soak up the flavors - our server was super friendly, attentive, and very accommodating. Prices were reasonable (entree was $25 including tax without tip). An all-around wonderful experience in terms of food, service and ambiance! There is a parking lot right next to the restaurant, but spots can be difficult to come by at peak dinner hours so street parking may be a better bet. read more

Can Can Brasserie - Moules frites - French Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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We stopped here for a late lunch after a dental appointment. If it's not too busy, you can park in the lot beside the restaurant or on the street. They have a wonderful glass front with seating to watch the people walking by. When it is not too cold outside, they will open the windows. They play wonderful French music or jazz. The food is delicious and French cuisine for the most part. The wait staff were friendly and attentive. It is pricey, so consider this a spot for a special occasion. read more

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Met my sister at Can Can Brasserie for a Saturday morning filled with French pastries and hot chocolate. She ordered a ham and cheese croissant, while I had the gluten-free pear scone -- best scone I've ever had. Not only was it crispy on the outside, it had small pieces of baked pear on the inside. I ordered a hot chocolate, and it had the perfect level of sweetness. I'm obsessed. I'd come back just for the hot chocolate and scone. The ambience was charming, and for a second I felt like I was back in France. read more

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Fun atmosphere with good service. Could use more gluten-free options and the prices are high for what you get.