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    Molasses Grill

    4.8 (90 reviews)
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    Cozy dining room
    Vince M.

    Wow! This popular local joint was packed and rocking with festive diners the Sunday night that we first dined there. It was three days before Christmas and fortunately, at the advice of a Yelper, we had a 7:00 reservation which was, as it turned out, imperative. Based on the crowdsize and the Yelp reviews, my wife and I had high expectations, most of which were met. Located in a beautifully renovated historic building on Main St in Halifax, the dining area consists of somewhat tightly packed tables surrounding an L-shaped bar that seats 12-15. Original features such as tin squared ceilings and exposed brick walls contributed to its charm. Service was friendly and attentive from beginning to end. The do-it-call red-aproned owner, Chef Stephen, was regularly seen out and about, hobnobbing cheerfully with guests who appeared to be regulars. Mealwise, things started out a little shakey however for us. My wife had to carefully pick thru her baby greens salad due to some slimy leaves of red leaf lettuce (one of our biggest pet peeves); otherwise, at $6, it was excellent as it was loaded with scads of housemade candied pecans and goat cheese. The dressing was also delicious. Her wine, a dry house rose, was unspectacular, but then again it was only $7. Things looked up with our entrees, which arrived about 50 minutes later. My crabcakes (at $21) were golden brown and perfectly done on one side but a bit dark on the other. The sweet potato fries were fabulous (maybe the best I've ever had) and were lightly battered and fried, but not greasy at all. My other side, spinach cole slaw, was also sweet, vinegary and tasty. My wife ordered the Pork Tenderloin entree, served with mashed sweet potatoes, black eyed pea medley and collard greens, for $18. It was highly recommended by our server and other Yelpers. She did enjoy it, but it was served somewhat lukewarm, no doubt a victim of the full house. She should have requested it be nuked but when you pay $20 per entree, you shouldn't have to. We finished off splitting a piece of their highly touted coconut-pineapple cake. Delivered by Chef Stephen, it was as delicious as advertised, and although evil, a must. Overall, despite a few blips in our case and in an area lacking other fine dining options, this place is definitely a Gotta Try. Remember though, reservations are a must!

    Black Angus Ribeye shrimp potatoes au gray
    Eugene C.

    Listen this is a GEM one of the most delicious steak cooked to perfection. This was wonderful dining experience. It is great vibe in this place!!! I enjoyed the chef who is personal care and greeted the table.

    Heirloom Tomato Salad
    P D.

    This restaurant was recommended and it did not disappoint. The hostess was welcoming, our server was excellent and the food delicious! Christina was so personable, made great recommendations, asked questions of likes and dislikes and ensured things were to our liking. Even as we were closing the restaurant down, we did not feel rushed to leave and enjoyed nice conversations with Christina. The special, not on the menu, heirloom tomato appetizer was delicious! We also ordered the grilled oysters and vichyssoise to start. For entrées we ordered the trout and salmon which were prepared perfectly. The homemade coconut cake was melt in your mouth good as well as the homemade blueberry goat cheese ice cream. If you get a chance to go, enjoy a meal and ask to be seated in Christina's section.

    Dessert
    Randy B.

    If I could give this restaurant 6 stars I would. If you're within 150 miles of Halifax Virginia it is well worth the drive. The waitress was perfectly attentive and brought out warm bread and butter to start. The menu is locally sourced ingredients. I started with A half dozen oysters which were delicious. For my entree I had the Catfish with corn potatoes and andouille sausage with a remoulade sauce. I'm not a catfish fan but this was delicious. I had no room for dessert but was enticed to try the coconut cake I had seen recommended. Again an excellent choice. The slice of cake was huge. I also tasted their paw paw crème brûlée which was.....as you guessed Deeelicious. One caveat is don't forget to make a reservation as this place is deservedly busy.

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    Amber W.

    This is one of the best restaurants around. I've come here twice and both times the food has been wonderful! The chef came out to check on the food while we were there, which you really don't see very often. It's best to make reservations, because this place stays booked! I didn't know that the first time I visited, but they still allowed us to sit at a table outside anyway.

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    Darby's Tavern - Salmon BLT

    Darby's Tavern

    4.0(52 reviews)
    4.7 mi
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    What an awesome place to have in South Boston!…read more Darbys has easily become one of my favorite places to eat for many reasons. First and foremost, the food is always delicious. You have a great selection ranging from bar bites to elegant dishes. Their drinks are always great and include some of the best bourbon and whiskey selections, along with bartenders who truly know how to make a drink that kicks. I've been here with my husband as well as with my family and it's really a great spot for both. I am so glad a place like this is just 20 minutes from home and consistently great. If you haven't been to Darbys yet, you need to check it out! As a newcomer to the area, I can appreciate its history and the absolutely stunning grounds of Berry Hill that it's located on. This place is a true find. Highly recommend and will be back again!

    It's a throwback to the Colonial Williamsburg era! Felt like stepping back in time! Given the…read moreweather (wet & dreary), it Was nice stepping out of the rain into the tavern.. very similar to Christiana's Tavern in Colonial Williamsburg! The menu had several offerings from which to choose, chicken wings, blackened chicken nachos, southern crispy chicken, salmon BLT, River Road burger, catfish bites, Bang Bang shrimp, Brisket sandwich, southwest salad, berry salad, Caesar salad, & garden salad, and pizza!! The service was a friendly and the ambiance that of a tavern!! We ordered the shrimp scampi and brisket sandwich!

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    Beautiful ambiance

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    The Fishin' Pig - Farmville

    4.3(393 reviews)
    45.8 mi
    $$

    Well the food was great. Who ever is cooking today needs to stay put . All the food was on point…read moreand service was great too.

    Tldr: good value meal and would recommend if you happened to be in Farmville but wouldn't…read morenecessarily wait in line for it We went for a Saturday lunch and did not have to wait at all. Between two people, we ordered drinks and Billy's seafood platter to share, which consisted of shrimp that you can choose the style of, fried cod and catfish, with hush puppies and cole slaw. We got the bang bang shrimp and they were on point. They were definitely our favorite thing on this platter with the size, texture, and flavor all hitting the mark. The two sides hush puppies and cole slaws were also good. The two fried fish was a little underwhelming, with the cod being a little under-seasoned and dry. The catfish was seasoned well and soft but had that sort of slightly fishy flavor to it. I liked having multiple sauces both on the platter and the table (there were a bunch of different bbq sauces, which I'm sure go better with their meat offerings) - the butter and the zing of the North Carolina hot sauce were our top two sauces of the meal. Definitely enough food for two people but I wish there was a bit more on there than just the cole slaw to suppress the greasiness of the fried fish. Service was great and they have a good sized parking lot as well. Can't say anything about their bbq since we had the fish platter but as soon as you get to the parking lot, you can smell the fire going!

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    Tori Blue

    3.3(30 reviews)
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    We had the opportunity to enjoy Easter brunch here, and it delivered the kind of experience you…read morehope for on a holiday morning. The atmosphere struck the right balance. Upscale without being stiff, comfortable without losing that polished feel. I ordered the jambalaya, and it was a standout. Well layered flavor, not overly heavy, with a nice balance of spice and richness. The proteins were cooked properly and the vegetables still had structure, which matters in a dish like that. It felt intentional, not just thrown together for a brunch menu. Across the table, the Eggs Benedict was equally strong. The hollandaise was smooth and properly seasoned, not overly lemony or thick, and the eggs were cooked right where they should be. That is often where places miss, but this one didn't. Dessert was where things really elevated. The strawberry cheesecake was clean, bright, and not overly sweet, with a good texture that held together without being dense. The chocolate Rasberry glutin-free dessert torte, was rich in the right way. Deep chocolate flavor without crossing into heavy or overwhelming. Service was attentive without hovering, and timing between courses was well paced, which is not easy on a busy holiday like Easter. Overall, this is a place that clearly pays attention to execution. Not just presentation, but flavor, balance, and consistency. That is what separates a good brunch from one you remember. We will be back.

    Sub par. Save your money. There's a reason that nobody is ever there. We had breakfast and it was…read moredeplorable. If you can't get breakfast right I'm not even going to think how you handle lunch or dinner. The server seemed more interested in being on her phone than answering a few questions about the menu or bringing out our food, a timely fashion

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    Cotton at Riverside Mill - Ribeye Steak and Raspberry Berry Cobbler

    Cotton at Riverside Mill

    4.1(249 reviews)
    28.3 mi
    $$

    Wow! What a fabulous restaurant. Service was outstanding. Food was fresh and wonderful. We…read moreordered the brussel sprouts as an appetizer and it was tasty. A huge portion. So much so that we ended up taking the leftovers back to eat for breakfast. My husband had salmon that was terrific. I had the shrimp and grits which was perfect. The atmosphere has really nice. We had a booth near the kitchen and it spacious. I will definitely come back again. The only downfall was the elevator going up to the restaurant. It needed to be cleaned and swept. I was leery going into the restaurant at first because of that. Thank you for a great experience.

    While spending the weekend with my sister in Danville, she introduced me to Cotton at River…read moreDistrict Mill. We sat at the bar, where the hospitality was just as memorable as the food. The bartenders were friendly, welcoming, and made us feel right at home. The menu is small but thoughtfully curated. The hush puppies were fantastic, and while my meal was good, I have to admit I left with a little food envy after hearing everyone rave about the Brussels sprouts! They also offer outdoor seating and a private event space downstairs. The cocktails were a bit on the pricey side, but the cozy atmosphere, great service, and local charm made it well worth the visit. I'll definitely be back and next time, I'm ordering those Brussels sprouts.

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