My husband and I dined here after church on Sunday. We had a very good experience. The staff was…read morevery attentive. There was a young man who was the host who sat us immediately. Several servers came over right away to ask our drink orders and give us menus. My husband ordered the country fried steak with gravy and eggs, and I got the chicken and waffles and a side of grits. Everything was very tasty. This might seem like a small thing, but the iced tea was fresh brewed and very good. I cannot stand iced tea that comes out of a machine or that is powdered. This was clearly fresh and they served it in big mason jars. This is one of my key things with a restaurant. If they don't have freshly brewed tea, I really don't enjoy my meal as much. I was thankful that this place had great tea. The server checked on us throughout the meal. We would definitely go back again.

A hidden gem near Hull St and Courthouse that was highly recommended from some of my local foodies…read moreand I am so glad I was able to make the trip! The hours online are not accurate (give them a call) so we technically got there when they were preparing to close for the day but the super sweet waitress went to check if they could still accommodate our to go order and they did! So I got two (one for my mama) liver and onion meals (5/5 very tender) both with mashed potatoes (2.9/5, gave box) one with cabbage (4/5) and the other with green beans (3.9/5). Mimi ordered the fried pork chop (4.5/5, thin cut but seasoned and fried well)meal with mashed potatoes (2.9/5) and collard greens (a bit dry...leave the "pot liquor" thats where the flavor resides, lol). The family vibes all through out the venue made us feel welcomed and the love shown to the staff by the patrons sealed the deal! If you want a good home cooked meal head over #southerntastediner!

This was my 2nd. Visit there, the food was out of this world again, the service was wonderful ( and…read morethe waitresses were young and energetic ,very polite and they smiled, which helped me that day because I was not feeling that great . I'm 72 years old and I have never been around such wonderful young adults in years .The atmosphere was very warm ,

This was our first visit to Charred and will quickly say we had a nice meal. Now I will say that…read moreI've round up my overall star rating. If I could I would have given it 4 1/2 stars, because it was good but not great but definitely well enough not to drop it to a 4. Let's start with the location: very nice and everything seems real clean and cared for. Even the men's room was decent at 6:00 pm at night. Now our server: Sidney was very attentive to us. She took very good care of us during our stay. Now the meal: Again it was good. The wifey had the Blackened Chicken Alfredo. She tells me the sauce had a nice flavor but the chicken really had no flavor. Certainly not a Blackened flavor you would expect. The chicken itself was good and tender. As for me I had Shrimp and Grits. It also was good. It had onions and peppers in it and again the flavor of the onions and peppers just want there. Who knows. We also had the Brick Oven Brie. There was a really nice amount of Brie. So much that the toasted bread ran out way before the Brie. So as I said this was a good place and meal despite my small hits in this review. I firmly recommend this place because I do expect you to have a nice meal. Ps. To the owners: your link to your website doesn't work via Yelp. To potential customers: you will have to go your search engine and find the Charred site.

My husband ordered food directly through El Gallo Pinto Costa Rica's website after working a…read more15-hour shift (and being awake much longer than that). He had been involuntarily assigned to transport supplies to Washington, D.C. for government-related work despite not even working for the government. He was completely exhausted and just wanted a meal before finally getting some sleep. He placed the order on the restaurant's website, which automatically redirected it through DoorDash. The order was confirmed, had an order number, and had already been assigned a driver. Then, out of nowhere, the restaurant canceled the order. Since my husband was exhausted, I called on his behalf. The first employee told me their DoorDash tablet wasn't even on, they never received an order, and they didn't cancel anything. Then another employee admitted they did cancel the order because they weren't working with DoorDash. During this process, I was hung up on twice. I then contacted DoorDash. Their customer service was polite and confirmed there was a valid order, a driver had been assigned, and the restaurant canceled the order. Unfortunately, because the order was placed through the restaurant's website, DoorDash couldn't issue a refund and advised me to contact the restaurant. When I called the restaurant back and explained what DoorDash had told me, the employee began speaking to someone else in Spanish while I was talking and completely ignored me. Every time I tried to explain the situation, she talked over me. I repeatedly said that all I wanted was our money back. Instead of helping, she denied everything and then hung up on me again. After that, they stopped answering the phone altogether. I was polite at the beginning of every conversation. It wasn't until I was repeatedly hung up on and ignored that I became frustrated. Mistakes happen, but the way this situation was handled was completely unprofessional. Hanging up on customers instead of trying to resolve the issue is unacceptable. If you're going to take orders through your website that are routed through DoorDash, then you need to honor those orders or at least communicate professionally when something goes wrong. Based on this experience, I cannot recommend this restaurant. Save yourself the frustration and spend your money somewhere that values its customers.

This is a real gem. There's a highly-regarded Mexican restaurant about a mile to the west, but El…read moreGallo Pinto is far superior in many regards. This isn't a "Mexican" restaurant, per-se. I'd describe it as "Central American"; Honduran, El Salvadoran, Costa Rican. But they have a lot of dishes one associates with Mexico: Gorditas, Tortas, Tacos, and Sopes. From the outside it doesn't look like much, but don't let that deter you. The food is muy sabroso, muy rico. The portions are very generous, and the prices are right on target. (I was also very pleased that the staff didn't embarrass me one tiny bit as I haltingly practiced my gringo Spanglish; they gently corrected me when I needed it, and they were happy to repeat themselves whenever I asked.) I've already forgotten about that other place a mile west. This is my new favorite "latin" restaurant when I'm in the RVA!

uch a cute little Hawaiian-inspired spot with a fun, laid-back vibe! The atmosphere made it feel…read morelike a mini getaway. I ordered the Hawaiian chicken bowl, and it was packed with flavor. The grilled chicken was juicy, the toppings were fresh, and the pickled onions added the perfect tangy bite. Every bite was delicious. We also tried the steak and fries, and the steak was cooked perfectly. It was a generous portion, tender, and topped with a flavorful chimichurri-style sauce. The fries were crispy and the perfect side. To top it all off, I had one of their frozen drinks, and it was so refreshing--the perfect pairing with the meal. If you're looking for a casual spot with great food, generous portions, and a fun tropical atmosphere, this place is definitely worth checking out. I'll definitely be back.

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.

My boyfriend and I wandered in here after seeing the lights outside, and Lindsey took great care of…read moreus with a smile! We got some wonderful drinks, and she pointed us towards the nachos which were out of this world! We will definitely be back(:

I am extremely disappointed with my experience at Riverside Tavern on Forest Hill Avenue…read more I ordered the grilled salmon with mashed potatoes and asparagus to go for $23.00. When I opened the container, I was shocked to find that the salmon portion was barely larger than my finger. It looked more like a sample than an entrée. I have attached photos because words alone don't adequately capture how small it was. What makes this even more frustrating is that I have ordered this exact meal before while dining in with my family, and the salmon portion I received then was easily three times larger. So this isn't a case of unrealistic expectations--I know what this dish normally looks like. I called the restaurant to express my concern, hoping they would make it right. Instead, the bartender responded with, "The portions are cut how they are cut," as if that somehow justified charging full price for such a tiny piece of fish. When I asked to speak with the owner, I was told, "You won't be talking to the owner. I'll just give him your information." There was no apology, no offer to replace the meal, no effort to address my concern--just complete indifference. If portions have been reduced, customers should be informed before paying premium prices. If this was simply an inconsistent serving, then quality control is seriously lacking. Either way, charging $23 for what amounts to a nugget of salmon is unacceptable. I used to enjoy Riverside Tavern and specifically ordered this meal because I had a good experience previously. Unfortunately, this visit--and especially the way my complaint was handled--has left me questioning whether I'll be back.

I passed by this place so many times and always assumed it was a BBQ spot. After looking it up on…read moreYelp, I realized I was completely wrong and knew I had to try it. I'm so glad I did! The decor was absolutely adorable--chic, cozy, and the chandeliers added such a beautiful touch. The food was amazing from start to finish. We loved everything we ordered, and there wasn't a single dish that disappointed. The steaks were perfectly cooked, the sides were delicious, and the cocktails were great too. I definitely recommend giving this place a try. I'll absolutely be back!

Not sure if we had an off night or what but first time there and was not impressed. The steaks were…read moresubpar for the price. The shrimp cocktail was CHEWY. Literally had to chew it more than the steak. The honey, glazed carrots had barely any flavor as did the asparagus. Beware because the bathroom is not air-conditioned and kind of dirty! I was quite surprised, especially in 100° weather; sauna. Atmosphere six out of 10 Food five out of 10 Service nine out of 10

Valentine's Day price fixed menu was amazing! We loved every single course! Our meal was so good I…read morekinda forgot i didn't love where we were sitting ( bar top by the door) Cream of celery root and potato soup Ginger garlic shrimp and green curry grits Dijon crusted salmon Beef short ribs Apple pie pot de crème Almond and chocolate tart

Decided to visit for the first time on a Saturday evening and it was such a pleasant experience. To…read morestart, we opted for the Salmon Tartare, so good and the flavors all melded so well together. If you like tartare, you'll love this, it does have a little kick. I was torn between the soft shell crab entree and the rock fish but opted for the rockfish. The fish was cooked perfectly and the lobster cream was a nice addition to the dish. Overall, worth the price for the quality, customer service and atmosphere!

Always reliably good and filling. Good Happy Hour. It has been a while, send me a coupon! Local in…read moreMidlothian 23113.

We had a very embarrassing experience with a group of 19. One guest's dinner was not delivered…read moreuntil we asked about 15 minutes after everyone else had been served and most of us were nearly finished. When she asked to cancel it because it was so late, the server initially refused and brought the dish out anyway. After checking with the manager, the waiter took back the meal, but still charged her full price for everything else. I quietly tried to explain to the manager, Chris B., that our guest was upset and that the situation should have been handled better. Instead of apologizing, he became loud and belligerent about how busy they were, which was embarrassing and unprofessional. It also felt like our large group received poor service because a 20% gratuity was already automatically added, and that charge was not very clear on the bill. Overall, the service and management response were very disappointing.