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    4.4 (704 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Soft boiled eggs
    Jenny H.

    We ventured downtown for our first visit to Heritage and were not disappointed. Parking is always challenging in the city but we managed to find a spot on main st not too far away. The restaurant has a cozy modern vibe with warm lighting. Service was friendly and relaxed but also impeccable. It was a Tuesday so we weren't going to get cocktails but "snuggled up in the alps" sounded too good to miss so we shared it and loved it. Very smooth. At first glance Heritage looks like eclectic American, but with a closer look, there are definitely many Asian influences. For apps we got the fried broccoli, butternut squash soup and soft boiled eggs. The Butternut squash soup was a nice change from the standard butternut soup that's usually on the sweeter side. This one had a coconut curry base that added a nice little kick and some great garnishments with pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and sourdough toast. Delicious.. The fried broccoli was decent, but honestly, I make a better roasted version, at home. The soft boiled eggs was an interesting appetizer with some tasty ingredients like chili crunch, scallion, and sesame but didn't care for the bluefin tomato sauce, which left an unpleasant fishy taste. For entrées, everyone enjoyed the local rockfish which was done perfectly and had a grain based risotto (farro) along with some delicious brussels sprouts, bacon and butternut squash. The black garlic Garganelli pasta was also very flavorful with rock shrimp, broccolini mushrooms in a Meyer lemon scampi sauce with Parmesan on top. I'm a sucker for Burrata which you can add for a hefty $7 extra but thankfully, my husband refrained and we found it really did not need it. The only entrée, that was a bit of a disappointment was the pork tonkatsu with Brussels, kimchi, fried rice and duck confit you'd think it would be a hit, but it just felt very bland. Needed something bright or acidic to complement the flavors IMO but I am not a professional chef lol The pricing felt a tad high especially with the high service taxes in the city, but we will probably still come back for another bite for a special occasion. The beautiful light snow that started while we were inside felt like a good omen to come back.

    Skirt steak
    Stephanie B.

    You will not be disappointed! Heritage is a must for those seeking joy in the form of food. From drinks to apps to mains, every bit of our meal was so wonderful. I cannot express that enough! The service was exceptional, the volume minimal though the restaurant was fairly full on a Saturday night. A great place to enjoy an evening with friends, family or colleagues! (Not pictured - the tuna tartare)

    Ice cream sandwich.
    michael b.

    Waitstaff was excellent. Service was excellent. Cocktails were very excellent. Appetizers were amazing. The sea bass was cooked perfectly. The sauces, veggies, and risotto were outstanding. The steak was poorly made. A great friend and chef told me, if you want to send a message to the chef, send the food back and do not ask for anything else in return. Pay for the meal and tip your wait staff. The chef will understand. Never return your food and ask for it to be made again. I was far too hungry to do that. The steak was dry, lean, and was not medium rare. This is the first time in at least a decade that I ordered a steak at a restaurant. I usually cook them myself because I've been disappointed too many times. I thought this time $48 would be the price that would land me a decent steak. I gave my wife a bite to watch her expression. She was disappointed and she didn't even order it. Nor was she paying for it. I'm fairly certain the menu said "ribeye", but I either got a dollar store ribeye or a food Lion flat iron. I see their old menu lists the steak as flat iron. But that's not what was on my menu. I'm not mad at this restaurant. I don't think it actually deserves 3 stars. I'm just sending the message to whomever cooked the steak.

    Old fashioned
    Allen P.

    So the service was impeccable. They were awesome and wonderful. There was a slight mix up with one of our dishes and they were quick to remedy it and took it off the check without us saying a word. Everything we had was wonderful from cocktails to wine to appetizers to main course. The place is very cozy inside and despite the posh setting we did not feel out of place in jeans and a button down. I would go again just to try some of the other dishes and cocktails.

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    Hannah S.

    My sister and I dined at Heritage for the first time prior to the Samara Joy show at the Altria Theater. This was the perfect location for a pre.show dinner as the restaurant is conveniently located a few blocks up the street from the theater. Upon entering the restaurant, we were made to feel welcome by the hostess. We were escorted to our table & immediately approached by our server. She was courteous, welcoming & very knowledgeable about possible menu options. I ordered the fried green tomatoes as my appetizer & the Duck Breast as my entree. The food was fabulous. Each dish was cooked perfectly & the flavors meshed together well. So far Heritage's rendition of Duck Breast is my favorite in the area. For dessert, my sister & I shared the Pistachio Ice Sandwich. It was very taste. A combination of creamy & crunchy. The ambience of the restaurant was very comforting. It was minimalist in decor but very homey & welcoming. I definitely plan to return to Heritage to try more menu options.

    David H.

    Food quality / price (value) rating 9.5. The atmosphere is a contemporary "shot gun" space which is tastefully decorated with high quality furnishings and a gallery style display of rotating local artists / painters works for sale. The menu is constantly changing, but the offerings are consistently high quality ingredients prepared properly and presented beautifully. The owners, Emilia and Joe, are not new to the restaurant business, and have experience operating a number of different venues. Emilia's training with the C.I.A. (Culinary Institute of America) and Joe's experience and command of the kitchen, guarantee an exceptionally pleasurable gastro experience. We started by sharing a snack of Fried Broccoli with an aioli dip. The florets had a unique texture that my mouth experienced for the first time, and leaves me without words to describe it. For an entree, I had the Petite Filet served along side of a wonderful unusual mix of vegetables and mushrooms (see the menu for a complete description). Everything was prepared and presented beautifully. The wife had the Garganelli Carbonara. The dish includes a house made pasta of a shape we've never seen, cooked perfectly al dente. To top off our evening, we each ordered a dessert, which was very unusual for us. I had the house-made Ice Cream Sandwich, which was just as incredible and unique as their dessert menu describes. The wife had the Candied Orange Cannolis (three), also house-made, and filled immediately prior to serving assuring a crisp, not soggy, shell. Both desserts were incredible! I'm told by the staff at Heritage that all menu items are offered for a limited time, so hurry and get here soon if you want to try the Ice Cream Sandwich. Our server, Kassandra, was knowledgeable, pleasant, and attentive, and the prices were reasonable for what we received. The building where the restaurant can be found is understated, so you may have to look twice to find it, but it is well worth the effort.

    Chocolate Candy Bar
    Monica M.

    Absolutely wonderful! Every dish was simply spectacular. Perfectly cooked, exquisitely flavored, beautifully presented and I could go on and on. We started first with some yummy cocktails that were not only fun to look at but with some uniquely yummy flavors. I really enjoyed the Aloe Poppet. It was refreshing! Then came the food. The ribeye was perfectly juicy and tender and so was the duck. Apparently their menu changes often but I've heard it's never disappointing. I seriously can't wait for my next trip to Richmond to try their next perfectly curated menu.

    The candy bar dessert! Oh my word! I HAD TO eat the entire portion. Soooo great!
    Lynn N.

    My last review was--10 years ago and: this restaurant is still and enduringly fabulous. Food, service, decor, location: first rate! Really special. Hostess for res, Mark as waiter, the chef's beautiful and tasty creations! My fav restaurant in Richmond. I travel for work; I better get another client so I can dine here sooner than 10 years from now! Outstanding! Just come here!

    SZECHUAN GLAZED DUCK BREAST  crispy rice cake, honshimeji mushrooms, bok choy, carrots, broccoli, hoisin ginger sauce
    Chris S.

    We decided to try heritage for the first time this evening and it was spot on at every point! We were welcomed as we came in for a 5 o'clock reservation and sat immediately. Our server was very nice and went over the specials for the evening right away, which I always enjoy. The mood was very laid back, but you could definitely dress up and have a date night, or grab a seat at the bar. They offer a few mocktails that were creative and different from the norm. We started with two appetizers and each had an entree. The food was great and coursed out perfectly. The pork fries on the snack portion of the menu were not what we expected, but we really enjoyed them and would have them again. We will definitely be revisiting heritage when in the Richmond area again.

    Cheesecake tart
    Melanie W.

    Their hours are currently shortened and they only do pre-fixed at $75 a pop but if you're looking for a nice night out you should definitely try Heritage! Well known as a Richmond staple, Heritage continues to dish out interesting takes on American/southern food. And service is always wonderful :). From their three course offerings I got: - Tuna Tartare: not sure what those crackers were but every tartare should use them. Pumpernickel-esque and not too dry but with a perfect snap, they paired nicely with the tartare, which had a tangy sweetness to it from the seaweed and green onions. - Soft Shell Crab: huge portion size! I was pleasantly surprised at how large these soft shell crab were. They were fried and seasoned well and sat on top of a creamy, pickley potato salad. - Cheesecake Tart: what a fascinating take on a cheesecake. Typical cheesecake filling but in a buttery tart shell with crunch basil streusel and micro greens on top. Worked surprisingly well

    Pimento Croquettes
    Mark C.

    ***4.5 star It's been a decade since I've touched base here, and a first time for my wife. We were early for a reservation and were sat right away by a friendly member of the team in a nice window seat. Tonight was a prefix menu selection and everything down the line was a winner, start to finish. Service was pretty regular and attentive, always appreciated. Beer and whiskey list was more than solid, particularly the spirits. We will certainly be back sooner than my last visit!

    Sorbet trio
    Laurie L.

    I'm so glad Heritage is open again! They were closed for awhile during Covid. I went on a Friday night for dinner. They are currently doing a 3 course Pre-fix dinner. They had lots of great options to choose from! I started with the tuna tartar that was bomb.com! For my main I got the local fluke, which was a light airy fish that came with ramps, potatoes and oyster mushrooms. For dessert I got the chocolate hazelnut tart. Everything was delicious!! They also have a great cocktail menu as well. There menu is always changing though, so I know you won't get the same menu all year around.

    Fresh pappardelle with meat sauce and burrata on top! The pasta was perfectly cooked and so delicious. One of the best!

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    Awesome all way around. Chicken and waffles, air fried potatoes the best. Crowded. Get there early for Sunday brunch !

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    Perfect. Wonderful food, excellent service, but the atmosphere is relaxed and not stuffy.

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    Are there areas available for an event?

    Hi Linda! We offer the full restaurant as a party venue; we can seat up to 68 guests at tables. If you have a group of 18 or fewer we can seat you at a table as a regular reservation. Please email me if you have any dates you would like me to look… Read more

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    Haven't been here in quite some time; but glad that my husband and one of our friends Mom asked me…read moreto get out today. One of the best spots in downtown Richmond (Scott's addition area) for a small group to enjoy a great meal in a cozy setting! I finished off the salmon cake sandwich with french fries; as it was very delicious and filling. The hostess and wait staff were helpful and friendly during the whole experience.

    Was passing through Richmond, and a lot of my friends recommended LUNCH.SUPPER! for brunch. My…read morepartner and I were seated promptly. Only street parking is available, but it wasn't too difficult to find a spot. The atmosphere: Very rustic vibe with some farmhouse-style decor. They have table, high-top, bar, and patio seating available. The food: I opted for the Chicken and Waffles with a side of cheese grits. I chose to make it hot for more spice. It's served with one whole waffle, two large pieces of fried chicken, and syrup on the side. The chicken was not seasoned as much as I hoped and wasn't as spicy as I expected, which was a bummer. The cheese grits were alright as well, but not as flavorful as I hoped. My partner ordered the Double Barrel Bowl, and he really enjoyed it. It was packed with pulled pork and was plentiful and filling. The service: Great and kind service from Mave (I believe that is her name but I'm not entirely sure). She informed us about the daily specials and was attentive throughout our visit.

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    Burtons Grill & Bar

    Burtons Grill & Bar

    4.3
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    Top shelf Happy Hour Drinks; amazing appetizers and a patio to die for! Count me in!…read more I've checked out Burton's once before and had a few drinks. They of course didn't let me down but I was so surprised on how great the food was. The Bang Bang broccoli was hands down my favorite. So tangy and sweet with this crazy crunch. The garlic butter shrimp were amazing and cooked to perfection. I also had the most wonderful garlic bread slices. Literally could have eaten an entire basket with or without the guac. Burton's has such an amazing selection of alcohol. They don't even have rail alcohol just top tier offerings. I enjoyed an espresso martini made with tequila which was absolutely perfect. I also had a desert flower made with mezcal, elderflower and prickly pear. Listen I can't wait for another. Huge shout out to Yelp for the amazing event and our server Peggah who was absolutely the cutest. Great customer service; knowledgeable; made suggestions and was super personable. Will definitely be requesting her when I return.

    I stopped by Burtons Grill & Bar for a late Wednesday afternoon lunch and was pleased to see a…read morevariety of appealing menu options, along with a great lunch deal on the menu. I ordered a Philly cheesesteak and a Greek salad, which was a satisfying combination. The lunch crowd was lowkey and relaxed and I noticed about four people pull up and break out their laptops at the bar to work while they ate. My late lunch snaked into happy hour, so I ended up ordering a cocktail and a key lime pie for dessert. The pie had a delicous graham cracker crust and tasty key lime flavor; however, I was pretty stuffed by this point so I couldn't finish it. Happy hour was really bumping with a great crowd. Nearly every seat at the bar was taken and the music was pretty good. One bartender was on duty servicing the entire bar on her own and when happy hour hit, she got slammed. She held it down though! This restaurant is a fantastic spot whether you are looking for a relaxed lunch or a lively happy hour to wind down the day. Beautiful restaurant, great food and vibes! I'll have to stop by again the next time I'm in the area.

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    My party of 4 came in for dinner on a Tuesday evening, and we were a little bit disappointed with…read morethe service. The staff were polite, but we had to ask several times to get items we were missing or things we wanted extras of. They checked in on us a fair number of times, but they still forgot to return to give us what we had asked for. By the time we were ready to leave, we still haven't gotten our dressings or our condiments. I also had asked for my burger to be well done, but I got a burger with quite a bit of pink in it. I didn't want to ask for it to be placed back on the grill because I didn't really want to wait longer for my food. Although I wanted my burger to be well done and I didn't get it that way, it was still pretty good. The fries though, I think was the best part of it. The fries were perfectly seasoned and crunchy! I also ordered a coke. Just a heads up, they don't do free refills on the sodas, so each cup is $4. My party also ordered salmon l'orange and a romano salad with salmon. My friends really enjoyed their main dishes, but we did ask for extra dressing. The restaurant is decorated in a boho-style vibe, and it was cute. We found the lighting on the side dining area to be a little bit too dim once the sun went down, but I do think it would've been perfect for a date night vibe. Overall, we had an okay experience.

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    Tarrant's Cafe

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    3.9
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    Street parking on a Thursday around 8 o'clock was not as difficult as I thought it would be. There…read morewas one open space waiting for our arrival. Upon entering, I was reminded of a 1950s pharmacy by the humongous "Prescriptions" sign hanging above the bar, and the antique furniture, bar, and barstools splayed throughout Tarrant's. There was a solid crowd at the bar; it's clear there is a regular crowd that sits and hangs out here. We were promptly seated by a young blonde woman in the dining section (behind the bar). Our server, Nadia, was an enchanting brunette, training another young server, Sierra. She took our drink orders and gave us plenty of time to review the menu, checking in after a few minutes to see if we were ready. We finally decided, my partner ordered the 10" Bianca White (pizza), and I chose the Sailor Sandwich. Unfortunately, the sailor was not in the cards for me, and Nadia suggested the Reuben as they were similar. They brought out breadsticks while we waited, and the food arrived within 10-15 minutes. I was pleased with the atmosphere, the old-fashioned chandeliers, the large mirror, the floral paintings, and the rustic frames, all of which added to the restaurant's stated aesthetic. The pizza was hot and savory, while the Reuben had buttery toast, crispy corned beef, and a light smattering of sauerkraut (TBH, I didn't even notice the sauerkraut). For dessert, we indulged in the upside-down walnut apple pie, served with vanilla ice cream, all made from scratch, and beautifully delicate. Our time at Tarrant's Cafe seemed like a stroll into the past; the only indication of modernity was the ordering kiosk used by the staff. We truly enjoyed our time and had deeply meaningful conversations without enduring the hustle and bustle or the rowdy cacophony of an intense crowd.

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    Tarrant's ambiance and atmosphere
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