The outdoor dining area was lovely and the service outstanding…read more I ordered the risotto as it is one of my favorite foods. The whole dish was overwhelmed with sour lemon. So much so that I was unable to eat more than a few bites. My lunch companion had ordered the same dish (with added shrimp). I had my serving boxed to go, thinking I might offer it to her, but she in turn was asking if I might like hers, as she could taste nothing but the lemon. Perhaps the chef erred in today's preparation.

I wish I had a bigger stomach and I wish I was in town longer. I wanted to try everything off of…read moretheir menu most everything., I'm hesitant to say all because I just don't remember was gluten-free or could accommodate gluten-free, all of their fryers are 100% gluten-free. I ate at the bar. The bartender helped me navigate all of the things I wanted to try and help helped me pair down best of the best since I was traveling and I couldn't take any leftovers. Bartender also helped me select a glass of wine to go with my dinner. Everything was phenomenal. I highly suggest the octopus. I also suggest a sandwich. Their gluten-free bun was amazing. The broccolini that I had was good. I just personally prefer mine to be more well done than it was and the lemon aïoli that goes with the fries..... good night. It was the best thing that I've ever had. Cannot wait to come back to Richmond to go specifically to this restaurant

Today a friend and visited Natalie's for the first time. We were very pleased either our…read moreexperience. The food was excellent and service was very attentive. The decor was attractive. We started by sharing a hot Mezze platter that included falafel, beef kibbeh, cheese rolls, brussel sprouts, and house-made pickles. For the our main course I had the beef shawarma wrap and my friend had the chicken shawarma wrap. Both were delicious as were the Za'atar fries. The wraps are large enough that we were each able to bring home a half of our wraps and fries. We learned on our visit that Natalie's has a new owner. We had selected Natalie's because they "believe in building and strengthening communities by creating spaces where people of all abilities can thrive and grow in the workplace." I hope the new owner will continue this mission.

My daughter and I enjoyed a scrumptious lunch at Natalie's the other day. We love the ambience…read morehere; the décor is attractive and we love the artwork. It's a great place for a celebration or even a quick meal. We chose a variety of items to share - chicken Shawarma, brussels sprouts, eggplant fries, and baba ghanoush. Every dish was perfect and delicious! David was very attentive to us and checked back with us several times to be sure we were enjoying everything. When we mentioned that we were celebrating a belated Mother's Day and birthday, he was kind enough to bring us baklava! He also prepared us some excellent strong Lebanese coffee, which was a great end to our meal. When we go to Natalie's, one of our favorite restaurants, we always feel that we've had a very special dining experience.

10/10 would return!! Another solid choice in the adorable Bellevue neighborhood. The decor is…read moreperfect in reflecting the clean modern Mediterranean esthetic but still honors the old world. The Bellevue Sour and Aviation were our cocktail choices. Both were tasty and well executed. I had the branzino with the summer squash casserole, a summer special side. It was sooo good!! Hubby had the swordfish and shrimp. He got the green beans as a side. Each fish dish was prepared perfectly, and served hot. DH didn't like the green beans bc he's not a fan of stewed veg, but I found them tasty. Nephew had meatballs and linguine. He proclaimed it " delicious ". Our server Sarah made it a very enjoyable evening, and it was nice that the manager came by to see how we liked everything. Another great place to add to our "avoid chain restaurants " repertoire.

Food tasted great and had a good presentation. We started with a Jardin Botanique cocktail, trio…read moredips, and the flaming cheese (Saganaki). They offered a lot of complimentary bread and all the apps came with additional bread, which was almost too much bread. The entrees came a little after we finished apps but I was already full. Definitely felt overpriced and the restaurant was loud, but our server was on top of things!

What a delightful dining experience! This cool restaurant in the fan accommodated our party of 6…read moreeasily. We were seated in the annex (for lack of a better word) next door to a seemingly semiprivate room. In the main restaurant, the chandeliers were everything and the vibe was Victorian boho chic elegant. We loved the gilded mirrors, the wallpaper, and the fabulous decor. Our server was on point and was not only pleasant but also efficient. The menu was thoughtful and distinctive. We ordered the bruschetta and it was incredible! The plum tomatoes were a perfect match to the basil and other herbs! I highly recommend! I ordered the Chicken Milanese with roasted potatoes, arugula & tomatoes and it was superb! My table mates also ordered the eggplant, the spaghetti, the linguini and the veal. Our appetites were satiated with delicious food, along with good company and a cozy, intimate atmosphere!

A sister restaurant of Gersi but felt a little bit more upbeat. Definitely need to make…read morereservations. Started off on a high note with our apps - the complimentary bread was good but I'm still thinking about the kale salad and broccolini. Great way to start the meal with some refreshing veggies. The Jalapeno in the kale didn't contribute much but the dressing with mint was super fresh and lite. The broccolini had a spicy chili oil topping which gave it the zing it needed. The pasta unfortunately fell a little flat for me - we got the amatriciana with rigatoni. Didn't have the spicy kick you'd typically expect. The pancetta didn't really stand out. And the most disappointing part was seeing the kitchen use De Cecco pasta boxes. Not that I expect every restaurant to hand make pasta but for a $20 dish hoped they'd be using something nicer than what I have in my pantry. The roasted chicken was unexpectedly good! The chicken had a great sear though I'll admit it was a little dry in the inside. However i can look past all that because of how delicious the pan sauce was and the mashed potatoes were also really good. Last but not least- really happy bartender convinced us to get their version of a tres leches cake. It was a really nice way to end the meal and i would simply come back just to have the cake again. Next time we come - we'll need to try for redemption round and opt for more of their entree dishes!

This is my first time going to Shawarma Bistro since it arrived on Parham Road. It was such a great…read moreexperience! The shawarma was one of the best I've ever had. There was seating inside and carry out. So, both options are available. The falafel was nice and crunchy. Honestly the pita bread was absolutely incredible. The people who worked there were some of the nicest people I've ever met. Would highly recommend. As a single mom, I went in there and felt happy, relaxed, and very full!

Ordered takeout here. The service was quick, nice, and the food was genuinely SO good. I've…read moreliterally never written a single yelp review in my entire life, but I had to just for this. Everyone needs to try the lamb and beef shawarma sandwich with the garlic sauce. I will be coming back!!

If you are on a healthy journey, this is one option. The trick is how you pile this bowl. There is…read morea smaller bowl that can serve as an option if you are trying to eat less. On this visit, we ordered two regular rice bowls. The food here is so fresh and there are many more options than CAVA. There, I said it. Both are good options. We opted to eat here. The staff here is friendly, helpful and professional. Eating here is a delight. The prices are decent. Join their rewards club and you'll get some perks.

My first time at Mezeh and I had a bowl for lunch. Considering I'm familiar with Mediterranean…read morefood, it wasn't too hard for me to pick things. If it is your first time, take your time and ask questions... there are plenty of dressings and I recommend getting the ones you end up picking out on the side. Be aware, there are a lot of vegetable options. And, there is olive oil. Service was good! It did seem like they were short staffed considering someone in the back started to help the only staff member getting orders after the line started to get longer. The place was clean; however, the metallic flatware was not very well cleaned. I would go to Mezeh again.

Casual greek eatery on Cary Street…read more --------------------------------- Food: Overall the food is good but not as good as some other greek places in Richmond, meat was a bit tough and overall more salty flavor - but we've only mostly tried the pita platters, so would be open to trying it again or some of the other menu options Affordability: well priced and large portions for the pita platters Ambiance: they have a nice outdoor patio which was lovely Service: great, no issues Good for: casual lunch/dinner

AMAZING!! Everything exceeded our expectations. The large mixed grill platter is more than enough…read morefor 2 people and price super well at $36.

I had this place like 8 years ago and I could not remember the name of it because we went in a whim…read morelooking for find while are a conference! But! I found it again! Fabulous! Delish authentic options to eat for sure but the people The people who work there so kind just like the last time I was there. In a world of people that seem to be getting nastier and nastier, THIS place is a gem! Service and Food!

Quaint bakery with a hot food bar, deli, dessert rack and small market. It was clean and organized…read more First time there, so of course I needed help and they were very willing to help. I think you can get a combo meal with two sides on most of their entree items. I got a spinach and feta and chicken fatayers, which is like a giant bread pocket with filling inside. I enjoyed it, very flavorful. I think if I wanted it again, I need to be in the mood and have the craving for it. Their hummus was tasty, but not as thick as I like my hummus to be. It's good, just the texture got me. Their tabbouleh was amazing. Also bought a pistachio baklava which was incredible. Never had that flavor and this will be the biggest reason I return to their bakery. Very fulfilling lunch. Thank you for the experience!