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    4.3 (418 reviews)
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    Smashburger with sweet potato fries
    Sara R.

    We decided to come to Hobnob for brunch and had been here before, so we were excited since my brother was visiting from abroad and was craving southern food. The staff was kind enough to seat us earlier than our original reservation, which was a really nice touch and much appreciated. I was also happy to see a decent number of gluten-free options. While the main dishes are a bit limited, most of the sides are gluten-free. Now for the food, the crispy chicken sandwich was the highlight of the meal. The Smashburger was also delicious. I ordered the rockfish without the bun, while my dad had it with the bun, and both were great. The beet salad was fresh and flavorful, and the fries were solid. The mac & cheese, unfortunately, was not good at all. On the plus side, the hot cider was delicious. Desserts were a bit of a mixed thoughts. The bread pudding was definitely the best one we tried and really enjoyable. However, the chocolate peanut butter pie was a big disappointment. It was extremely hard and cold (not pie texture), the peanut butter wasn't creamy at all, and it honestly tasted more like a protein bar loaded with sugar. The crust also tasted like it had been sitting in the fridge for a while--disappointing. Overall, we still enjoyed our visit and many of the dishes were great, but the dessert experience could definitely be improved.

    Side of Chicken
    Nicki B.

    Such a cute spot -- I absolutely loved it! The ambiance is perfect, cozy, and inviting. It's a great brunch location -- not overly crowded, but lively enough to have a good vibe. The décor is spot-on and really adds to the overall experience. The food was delicious! I had the almond croissant French toast with bacon and a blood orange mimosa -- both were amazing. The location isn't in a typical restaurant area, and I do wish it were on a main road or surrounded by more places to explore, but that doesn't take away from how charming it is. The inside is beautifully done with a relaxed, upbeat atmosphere. Definitely a brunch spot worth coming back to!

    Strawberry rhubarb margarita
    Chrystal V.

    Everything was excellent. We wanted somewhere quiet and outdoors after a day of being around a madhouse pf people and this came up in my search. They seated us where we wanted and were very attentive when needed. My hubby loved the shrimp n grits and my smash burger was great. Our daughter wasn't loving the fries because she said they were skinny and over cooked but she is super picky.

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    Scott G.

    Mother's Day brunch at one of our favorite restaurant's in Richmond I had the bacon Gruyère shrimp omelet delish my lovely wife had the shrimp and grits always a hit and sun g a nice time on the patio for Mother's Day with a blood orange mimosa.

    Corned beef had fresh meat, so tender and moist. The biscuit was incredible!
    Jacob H.

    An unassuming diner in the middle of a neighborhood, Hobnob knocked my socks off. I had brunch with some friends on a leisurely Sunday, and each of the guests remarked on the quality of the food, beautiful decor and friendly service. The interior features clean and modest decor with some pretty plant art on the walls. I liked the comfortable setting, well-lit with natural light. I ordered the corned beef hash, which came with freshly-made beef cubes that were juicy, tender, and well-flavored; not canned! Other plates included the breakfast plate and Chesapeake quiche, which looked remarkable. My wife said the biscuits were probably the best she ever had. I highly recommend trekking out here. Bring your friends, dates, networking buddies, and more. I can't say enough good things about this hidden gem.

    Flatbread with fig jam
    Leigh H.

    The services were great but the food was just alright. The idea of each dish is interesting but the delivery was just okay.

    Nashville Chicken Sandwich with Mac and cheese
    Amanda E.

    Another positive experience. Sat at the bar, service was quick and bartender friendly. Fall 2025 menu featured a butternut squash lasagna - super tasty and portion was perfect. Also tried the bison bolognese, very tasty as well and hearty. Not sure if the pasta is made in hose but it tasted very fresh.

    Strawberry Cucumber Salad
    Martina M.

    We went for lunch. They shrimp and grits was really good. We also got the falafel and fried green tomatoes. The inside is small so you should probably make reservations even for lunch. The customer service was great. We will definitely be back to try their dinner menu.

    Eggs Benedict
    Brandi I.

    Hobnob is one of my go-to restaurants in Richmond! The food is always delicious and the staff is so attentive and friendly! I went there for brunch and got the Eggs Benedict, and it was absolutely incredible. I highly recommend trying out this spot for any occasion, the desserts are divine too!

    Fried oysters and the prosciutto/fig flatbread pizza
    Elizabeth F.

    What a nice evening at Hobnob! I organize a monthly dinner group and our October visit was to Hobnob. It proved to be a very popular choice. There were 12 of us for dinner. Staff was terrific and took great care of everyone. The shrimp and grits proved to be the most poplar dish at the table. We were also amazed at the portion size of the trout. I was in a mood to graze so I had the fried oysters (great!) and the prosciutto/fig jam flatbread pizza, which was a really amazing combination of flavors, especially with the peppery arugula. Great atmosphere. Look forward to dining there again!

    Pomegranate mimosa
    Donna O.

    Tiny little out of the way place, this is so cute. Small parking lot admittedly, but with inside, outside, and bar. We chose seating at the bar and the bartender was great. My friend was a bit confusing explaining her separation requires as far as the to go order, her gluten allergy, and how she wanted everything separated for the trip, but the bartender was great about it. I got the spinach omelet and she got the breakfast meal without the biscuit. I didn't get the potatoes that came with it but she mentioned how good they were so I tried them. (I don't normally like potatoes for breakfast, it's nothing against any restaurant.) The potatoes were really good, the sauce on them was delish. My omelet was amazing! I couldn't finish it all, so it went home with my friend for her chickens. She really enjoyed her bacon and eggs, and her fiance will hopefully enjoy his chicken and waffles!

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    Consistently great meals any time of the year or day. Fun staff as well. Highly recommend

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    We went here for sisters monthly brunch. The food was delicious. The service was great too. I will be back to try more on the menu,

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    The drinks were better than the food. The bartender was great, but the initial door service was very rude.

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    3 years ago

    Great, fast service! Fresh and VERY tasty dishes! Cute patio setting in a quiet neighborhood!

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    Creative selection and consistent high quality food. Good service and delicious drinks! One of our "regular" spots to dine.

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    Great menu and service! Will be back when in the area! Make a reservation and try a dessert.

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    Great food and service. Recommend the chicken sand and the chicken salad. Blueberry lemon cheese cake was to die for.

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    Ask the Community - Hobnob

    Does the covered patio have heaters?

    yes they have heaters at the top of the walls around the edges and at least one standalone heater. Recommend dressing warmly if the weather is cold bc it doesn't heat up too much, but there is no wind

    Hi - is there a kids' menu? Or off-menu an order of fried chicken breast and fries? Thanks.

    Yes, they have things like chicken fingers, Mac n cheese, and applesauce for lunch and dinner. They also have a kids breakfast special! Enjoy!

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    We had a great meal here! The Garden Sampler Board was a fun twist on a traditional charcuterie…read moreboard, and we really enjoyed getting to try a variety of everything. Our entrees were equally as tasty. I ordered the salmon and it was done well! My only personal preference would be to swap the green beans for the collards next time--the green beans just weren't cooked quite the way I prefer. That said, everything else was really enjoyable. Overall, a great meal at an equally great price. We were pleasantly surprised to walk out for under $65 without ordering drinks. Definitely felt like a great value, and we'd happily come back!

    Food was good service was horrible…read more We went in and they told us that it would be 15 minutes for a table, fine, I indicated we wanted inside , since the heat index was 105. There is a huge empty booth right in the front across from the hostess stand, no one was sitting there, we asked if we could sit there for just a moment to cool off in the AC- we were rudely told no we had to wait outside. The next family in line included 2 elderly women and a baby all dressed gorgeous, they also were told they had to wait outside in 105 weather. After about 20 minutes of waiting, (I was just going to tell them to forget it) they said our table was ready. Well, instead of inside with AC as we requested we were seated in a gazebo porch area that they claimed had AC. By this time we were so desperate for cool, we didn't argue that we had requested INSIDE not whatever this room was. It ended up being like sitting in a tuna can. So uncomfortable, my husband and bro in law just went and sat in the car with the AC blasting. Waitress was sporadic to put it nicely. Meanwhile, back inside the booth across from the hostess stand was still empty. Food was fine. But I don't think this place will be around much longer.

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    I love dots hamburgers, breakfasts, blackened chicken salad and more…read more service is usually very good and if you want a seat get there early as they fill up fast. it's a neighborhood favorite of mine. they have great specials too.

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    It's been several months since we've eaten at Toast, so we decided to have a light lunch there and…read moreventure out of our usual routine. This is an American food restaurant and neighborhood bar so it's popular in the area. There's a Greek restaurant in the same shopping center that is one of my favorite lunchtime places for quality food at a good price, so I see Toast from time to time when I'm picking up takeout. We arrived around 2 p.m., so after the lunch rush. They do a good brunch on the weekends, but I wasn't in the mood for breakfast and brunch so I made sure they were serving the lunch menu. We ended up just sitting at the bar. They had golf on the tv so my husband could watch while we were chatting. For drinks we ordered a margarita and an old fashioned. They were as expected. For our meals, my husband ordered the crab and shrimp,p nachos, which surprised me. He's a salmon fan so I thought he'd go that route for his meal but he said he really enjoyed the nachos. I got the Thai salad with ahi tuna. My salad was just what I wanted...healthy and tasty. Toast is definitely a great restaurant and if I lived nearby, I'd be here on a regular basis.

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    I have had a new tradition over the past three weeks. I go to Lakeside Deli every Thursday and have…read morethe Chopped Cheese sandwich and an order of fries. For those of you who are unfamiliar with a chopped cheese sandwich, let me break it down for you. A chopped cheese sandwich is when a burger is cooked steak and cheese style and put on a hoagie roll. This sounds like it should be a simple concept but so many sandwiches fall short of hitting the mark. THIS ONE DOES NOT! The meat on this sandwich is cooked wonderfully. The seasoning is perfect. The temperature is excellent. It's juicy and not any way overcooked. It smells amazing as soon as you open the bag. The fries are also a sticking point for me. They are golden brown and have just the right amount of salt and crunch to them without being dried out. My lunch is always really in minutes and I enjoy talking to the owner while I wait. He always greets me with a smile and makes my business feel appreciated. There are several other menu options but I am so smitten with this one that I have not ventured to try anything else.

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