Pimento cheese balls. The O.G…read more Fried chicken and French toast. The smoky chick. Cordon bleu. Banging R&B playlist. Possibly the best vacation surprise dinner ever. Please open a shop in St. Louis!

This is the absolutely BEST chicken I've ever had. Crunchy outside and moist chicken. The dipping…read moresauces (smoked honey mustard and the maple caramel) were amazing too. I had the pimento Mac and cheese as my side and it was delicious as well. I highly recommend

I was absolutely blown away by how delicious my Californian wrap was. I got extra greens and tofu…read more My husband got a wrap as well, and we regretted that decision only because the serving sizes are SO BIG! We easily could have shared a single wrap for lunch. This is definitely going to be a new go-to for healthier meals when we visit Richmond next time!

Came for lunch. We…read moreordered the tofu japanese wrap and chicken thai bowl with chili oil (extra) on the side. The portion sizes are huge! We could have easily split one meal, and had to take leftovers home. The food itself was flavorful with a bunch of fresh vegetables and ingredients. The proteins were prepared well. We ordered chili oil on the side, but it wasn't very spicy and more fragrant. I was imagining more of a umami chili crisp and would skip next time. Service was fast, we received our meal in under 10 minutes. There is seating both indoor and outdoors, and ample street parking nearby.

I really appreciate the manager for fixing my order very respectful and nice I would definitely…read morerecommend this place to anybody trying to eat healthier and better ! Highly recommend

My first visit to the Beet Box will not be my last. I tried the Matcha Smoothie on this visit & it…read morewas refreshing & creamy. The taste was smooth with just a kick of spicy. I would definitely order it again. I also ordered a Beetroot Smoothie for my husband & hopefully he will get to try it later this week. I put it in my freezer so I will see how it stands up flavor wise to being frozen. As for food, I ordered the Jerk Chicken wrap. It was tasty. The chicken was tender & flavorful. It was moderate level spicy & the veggies in the wrap complemented the flavor of the chicken well. I look forward to returning to The Beet Box and trying more menu options. I highly recommend trying their options if you enjoy healthy & flavorful food & smoothie choices.

Garnett's is a hidden gem in the heart of the Fan. I made the (very incorrect) assumption that I…read morewouldn't be able to eat here as someone with Celiac. I am soooo sad I missed years of delicious gluten free food! Gluten free sandwiches are prepared with GF bread using a separate toaster and appropriate safety procedures if you tell them it's an allergy or restriction. They also bring in GF pie and cake daily from a local bakery. Their food portions are generous while also being reasonably priced. They also offer the option of taking your meal in a borrowed picnic basket so you can have a picnic in the park across the street on nice days.

A Richmond staple and hidden gem - I had been recommended this spot for a while, and wish it didn't…read moretake me so long to try this because this place is the best! Grabbing a sandwich here for a relaxing picnic at the park in-front is one of my favorite things to do :) --------------------------------- Food: various warm and cold sandwiches, the haberdasher is my go-to - it's a smoked salmon sandwich with benedictine spread/tomatoes, the bread to smoked salmon ratio is so good, and it comes with a side (I like the coleslaw or salad); we've also tried the big daddy which is quite a big sandwich (can be 2 meals) Recommendations: they have a $35 date night special Affordability: less than $20/meal which is great in this economy Ambiance: charming corner cafe that transports you back in time Service: good, they do get very busy and often run out of picnic baskets Good for: casual lunch, local eats

I had the "souse", a dish I enjoyed on our farm in Suffolk when we killed hogs, my dad made it…read more Belmont Butcery's is excellent. Although much more fancy than we made it

Belmont Butchery is an amazing little old-time butcher shop. Old time because of fresh quality…read moremeats that are cut to order. Take one look at the mouth-watering meats in the refrigerated glass case and you will find it difficult to choose. One can't find quality like this anywhere else. Belmont Butchery offers a great section of wines and cheese to complement your entrees. There are many great selections and you will definitely be more than satisfied with the high quality, flavor and value of your purchase. The service here is friendly, helpful and consistently sensational! It is important to stop by often so that you don't miss out on some of the unique specialty items (made on site) that are not always available. Liverwurst is my wife's favorite. She said that it takes her back when her grandfather (from Germany) used to make it for her. I noticed that Belmont has a section of exotic meats available. I highly recommend Belmont Butchery! You will love it!

We loved the original in WV and were excited that there was one in Richmond. Sat at the bar and had…read morefun people watching. Started with Brussels and they were some of the best that I've ever had. We ordered the Rose Marie and Truman. Both delicious and filling. Good draft list and interesting cocktails. Service was great and noise levels weren't as loud as I expected from other reviews

Stumbled on this place looking for another place and it was above average for a sandwich place but…read moremissed the mark on a few things! In particular, the fries and the homemade pickles were not my favorite. The drinks, Aku Aku, & Rise n Shine, were tasty! The hot chicken wings with the spicy Korean sauce was a great opener - should've order 2 plates. To the sandwiches - hats off to the chef for the Rose Marie but I think the Hoover left a lot to be desired. The service was really good from the host to the servers - quick too! The menu was historically themed but the place overall gave a welcoming vibe!

After a recommendation to try Toast, I stopped in for dinner and sat at the bar. The place was…read morepretty lively for a weekday, but there was a baseball game happening later so that likely brought more of a crowd. The Cuban Reuben caught my eye as unique and figured the flavors would combine to create something that tasted like neither of the parent sandwiches. The quality of the sandwich ingredients was very good, but what struck me was how each bite either tasted like a Cuban or a Reuben. It was a nice experience to eat two sandwiches in one and have it be so delicious! I upgraded my side to the Bacon Brussel Sprouts which were fried perfectly. To finish off the meal, I ordered a piece of Key Lime Pie. It was the authentic variety that is more tart than sweet, which is as it should be! Side note, the gentleman sitting next to me didn't think I could finish all this food. When I dusted it all off that he gave me a fist bump as congratulations!

The parking lot construction for the nearby medical building is complete, so the parking lot was…read moreeasier to navigate and park on this second visit. There were a few spaces available, despite the discourteous person parked in the drive doing who know's what. We were seated immediately upon entering, the atmosphere reminds me of an upscale sports bar, which I suppose Toast is on the surface. There are many TVs to get lost in, so it can be distracting during a date. Our server, Emma, was nice, she seemed a little, pre-occupied, but I don't remember being dissatisfied with the service, so it must have been perfectly fine. I ordered the beef bolognese and my partner chose the chicken and fries (reminded me of Chik-fil-a). Our meals were good, but not as flavorful and delicious as the Hanger steak I had the first time in. I had the sour beer on tap, and it was delicious. It had a strange name that I cannot recall. I still recommend Toast to anyone who likes American food, and the parking situation has greatly improved.

I was told that Proper Pie was one of the best dessert spots in Richmond and since we were in the…read moreChurch Hill area, we made the stops. Street parking was plentiful. I thought there was line out the door at first but it turns out it's just a window so the line is always out the door I guess. We grabbed two slices, one banoffee and one coconut cream. The banoffee has a nice caramel flavor to it, not too sweet surprisingly. We liked the coconut cream slice a little more, again not too sweet but great coconut flavor. Would love to come back to try their savory pies as well but they have a great selection and the staff is nice here.

I have gone to Proper Pie several times over the years when I visit Richmond. It is always a…read morefantastic experience. I like that they offer both sweet and savory pies. My wife and I are vegan so we come back because they have great plant-based options. This most recent time I enjoyed a pear-blackberry streusel - delicious! Always great customer service and in a near part of Richmond.

Got takeout from here about a year ago and we STILL talk about it. Went again today and dined in…read moreand the food was as delicious as we remembered it, if not even better. The Thai food here SLAPS! The dining area is fairly small, maybe about 10-12 tables, can see it filling up pretty quickly. Our server was super friendly and attentive (forgot her name) and was so nice to our noisy toddler haha. Food came out at pretty good pace and app, entrees and food didn't all come out at the same time which was nice. You HAVE to get their Thai sausage appetizer - If they made this an entree, I would get it every single time. The sausage is perfectly balanced with lean and fat and packed full of Thai flavor and spices. For my entree I got the Thai fried rice with chicken and this portion is HUGE, was able to take some home and easily serve it as another meal. The fried rice was so tasty and fried chicken was perfectly fried and came with a nice sweet and sour sauce too. My wife loved the pad se ew and got to take home her food as well. If this place was closer to us, it would be not good for our wallets. If you want delicious and authentic Thai food, look no further than Yak Yai!

I stopped by YAK YAK Thai for some Thai food and honestly, it was a cute little experience…read more I ordered the crispy chicken fried rice and just had water to drink. The staff was probably my favorite part of the visit. Everyone was really nice and helpful, and they actually took the time to help me decide what to order. I went with medium heat, but if you actually like spicy food, you can definitely go hotter. The medium wasn't very spicy to me at all. The sauce they served on the side was really good, though. The portions are HUGE, which makes the prices feel very reasonable. You could easily share one entrée with another person, and I thought it was a nice touch that they give you little plates specifically for sharing. The restaurant itself is small, but really cute. The decor is definitely doing what it's supposed to do. I loved the look and overall vibe, although the tables are pretty close together and the chairs aren't exactly the most comfortable. It's more of a cute, casual spot than somewhere I'd sit for hours. Parking is the usual Shockoe Bottom/downtown situation... so, you know, good luck on parking at certain times. Overall, I thought the food was good and the portions were great, but the staff and the decor were definitely the highlights of my visit. Overall rating: 9/10 Food: 9/10 Service: 10/10 Atmosphere: 9/10 Value: 8/10 Parking: Shockoe Bottom. Enough said.

Amazing, we loved our vegan sandwiches at Union Market!…read more It's a groovy spot with outdoor seating on a patio (mostly/partially shaded) and indoor bar/eating area. They also have a little grocery section with a good selection of wine, beer, chocolates, and other basics. They also have a good variety of menu of options that can cater to plant-based folks like us - we opted for the vegan TLT and vegan mushroom philly and both delicious! The flavor profiles were pretty on point, but the sandwich bread really stood out - they had just the right crunch-to-soft ratio The staff are also lovely - they helped me pick from the options and were very knowledgeable about the menu - good vibes all around and definitely worth stopping by if you want to enjoy a casual meal with great food and drinks. Pro-tip: you can also order to-go and walk over to the Jefferson park to enjoy an easy picnic with a stunning view of the city

Get the cheesesteak sandwich! American cheese, mayo and just great bread. Best sandwich that they…read morehave...