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    1870 Restaurant and Bar

    4.0 (90 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Annie P.

    Absolutely amazing experience last night. The manager, Aaron, was fantastic and so was our server, Sean. The food was outstanding and I absolutely love the vibe of an older home. This has been on my bucket list for a long time and I'm so glad we got the chance to go last night! We were even the last ones out, and they were so kind. The staff didn't rush us or anything. Truly wonderful place in the heart of Midlothian!

    Rose T.

    Behold the best Happy Hour in Midlothian. This little gem of a place is hidden on Midlothian Turnpike, it has the cutest vibes and the staff is just lovely. I love coming here for happy hour, Colleen and Iva at the bar on the second floor are the best.

    Fried chicken sammy
    Stephanie A.

    One of my favorite happy hours south of the river :) I went twice in the last week and the service is top tier. I tried the lobster bisque which was phenomenal, even though it was pricey at $20, would order again. Also tried out their seasonal butternut squash soup which was velvety, creamy, not too heavy, and comforting. The beef tartare was delicious too on happy hour, however it is smoked, just a heads up! I personally am not a huge fan of smoked items but it was really good and the yolk on top made it luscious and rich. Their fried chicken sandwich (also happy hour item) it amazing, definitely something to try during HH and on Tuesdays when it's at $8. They have a few different floors: basement is their speakeasy called "foxhole", main floor is where the more fine dining is, and their top floor is their full bar area and private rooms. Everything was decorated really cute for the holidays! 10/10, it's worth the trip to 1870 in Midlo :)

    Pork chop with Au Poivre sauce poured over
    Danielle J.

    This was my first visit to 1870 and expectations were high. We have a restaurant list with our friends and every few weeks we make a reservation at one on the list. 1870 has been on the list a little while so we finally made the reservations! TLDR: The restaurant ambiance is nice, the food was good, the service is not bad, just not 5 star. Let's start with the atmosphere and dining options. It's an old house, so there are a few "dining rooms" to choose from. When you make a reservation they ask you which you would like. We chose the Bass Dining room and give it 2 thumbs up. This was on the second floor, in the back, with our 4 top and one other table that had 8 people. The noise level was fine. Our table had a really bad wobble so we had to ask for something to put under the base of the table to make it steady. The other dining room upstairs is one you have to walk through to get to the Bass room and had a few more tables so seemed a bit more crowded. The bar is actually also on the 2nd floor and was dark and cute from what I could see. Downstairs is the main dining room and it did seem noisy as we walked by. It is separated from the entrance area by a curtain. Note the entrance area is really small and tight. Definitely happy to not have to wait there. Now on to the food! Appetizers/Starters: They do bring a serving of bread and butter. That butter is magical, seriously good. I think it's honey and salt that makes it special. Do note if you want more bread to eat that butter with you pay extra for a second serving. 1. Burrata - out of 3 of us, 1 person really enjoyed this. The other 3 of us thought it was a bit bland. The roasted grapes and related juice were good, but difficult to grab and put on the toast with the burrata. 2. House Salad - lacked dressing 3. Butternut Squash Soup - This was the soup du jour and was very yummy! It was served with garnishes in a very hot bowl, including a creamy cheese or cream of some sort, then the servers poured the soup at the table. The flavor and texture were very good. We would order this again. 4. Lobser Bisque - This was DELICIOUS!! It is served en croute and the serving size is VERY LARGE! There were chunks of lobster, creamy bisque and the flavor was on point. It is a very rich dish, but sooooo good. Entrees: This is where the kitchen shined 1. Filet - 2 of my people had the filet. One with hollandaise and one with the Garlic compound butter. Both steaks were cooked to order and very tender, though one steak was cooked unevenly with both medium and medium rare parts. Everyone enjoyed! 2. Duck Breast - My friend ordered this and I tried it. I've never had duck before and this was seriously delicious. Cooked well, had a compound butter on top and the duck texture was like a steak. 3. Pork Chop - I ordered the pork chop. This is a HUGE chop! It was cooked well. I was not a fan of the au poivre I ordered with it and if I ordered this again would go with a compound butter instead. Sides: The sides were large enough to share and we enjoyed them all. My favorite was the green beans, which have bacon! My friend really enjoyed her carrots. The creamed spinach was good and the potatoes au gratin were also very good. Dessert: 1. Blueberry Lavender Cheesecake - definitely floral in flavor and was enjoyed 2. Creme Brulee - always a good option at an upscale steakhouse 3. Bread Pudding - my favorite and was seriously yummy Service: This is where I felt the night was lacking. Our server did not proactively make recommendations, though when asked he answered. Note - they ask you to order your appetizers, salad/soup, main entrees and dessert all at the same time. This is to keep you in their 2 hour dining window. The courses do come right after each other with no break/down time in between. My main problem here is that the servers were not clearing away one course before they brought the next. When the soups came we had no spoons and had to ask twice. The mains came out without clearing the appetizer and soup plates, so we had nowhere to go with the dishes on the small table. The servers did not interact much with us. Maybe it's me, but when I go to an upscale, expensive restaurant, I like to have the servers engaged with us at the interaction points. I also expect them to anticipate needs. Overall, this was a nice dinner and night out with friends. It's nice to have this type of restaurant in Midlothian. I will go back at some point I'm sure.

    Bread pudding and crème brûlée in the speakeasy (hence the red lighting)
    Emily M.

    Beautiful French bistro themed restaurant from the wonderfully talented Chef Dunlap! Everything is expertly cooked, classic and seasoned perfectly! Portions were bigger than we anticipated given our experiences with MCK, so I'd scale back the amount of food we ordered. The sides were definitely larger than we expected. We had leftovers:) Drinks are unique and delicious! There are 3 different seating options. There's a fancy seating at tables on the mid floor. The upstairs features a slightly more casual vibe with a bar and high top tables (still super classy!). And there is a cool speakeasy in the basement. You can get all the same food and drink options on any floor, but I do believe that during their happy hour time, the upstairs has some specific specials. It's a great place to celebrate something or just have a nice meal to enjoy!

    Potatoes au gratin
    William H.

    We went to 1870 for a celebratory dinner recently and had a very good experience. The location is very interesting as it's a long-standing historical site in the village of Midlothian, renovated yet preserved to retain its original beauty. Our server was excellent. Service was good and the food was delicious. It's more of a special occasion sort of place for us but definitely plan to be back and will tastefully recommend it to friends.

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    Song P.

    My wife and I recently had a date night at 1870 on a Saturday evening. The main dining area upstairs was full, so we were seated downstairs in their speakeasy area--which turned out to be a cozy and inviting setting, perfect for a relaxed night out. We started with the oysters and the smoked beef tartare. The oysters (half a dozen) came with horseradish and a small bottle of hot sauce. They were sweet, briny, and fresh--everything you want in a good oyster. The smoked beef tartare was solid. While it was well-seasoned, I didn't quite catch the smoky flavor as expected. It was served with potato chips, but I think it would've paired better with grilled bruschetta or toast. For our entrée, we split a 20 oz ribeye steak along with a side of roasted carrots. The steak was cooked closer to rare than medium-rare, but once we tasted it, we didn't mind at all--it was incredible. Perfectly seasoned, melt-in-your-mouth tender, and so flavorful that we didn't even need the horseradish crème we ordered on the side. We thought we'd have leftovers--no chance. Easily the best steak we've had. The roasted carrots were also a standout--roasted to that ideal sweet spot where they were soft but still had a bit of bite. The only minor issue was the cumin--it was a bit too dominant for my taste, but that's a personal preference. We ended the meal with a vanilla crème brûlée. My wife loved it; I'm not a huge crème brûlée fan, but I still had a few bites and thought it was well done. If there's one area for improvement, it's the cocktails. I had a Boulevardier, which leaned a little too vermouth-forward and didn't use clear ice--a small detail, but one that matters in a fine dining setting. My wife's "Pretty in Pink" was vodka and rosé-forward but got a bit diluted by too much club soda. Overall, we had a great experience. The food was excellent, the setting was charming, and we'd definitely return--especially for that ribeye.

    Ken's in trouble cocktail
    Krystal K.

    Came for a private group event. Everything was absolutely amazing. The steak was perfectly cooked and we were able to choose a sauce or speciality butter. I chose the caramelized onion butter. I chose the asparagus side dish. It was perfectly cooked and served with panko crumbs that gave it a nice little crunch. The Caesar app was perfectly dressed and plentiful. The bread pudding dessert was moist and had a perfect portion of sauce on it. I got the Ken's in trouble cocktail which is a fancy spicy margarita. Great flavor profile! Our server was wonderful and attentive. Our food came out promptly and as ordered. Wonderful meal! Will be back.

    Lobster bisque en croute
    Kalila W.

    Really nice experience here this evening. Staff was welcoming and pleasant, attentive and not hovering. I ordered a 6oz filet with blue cheese and a soft shell crab add on. My only complaints would be that my steak was a bit overdone, but too tasty for me to say anything honestly. And for $28 that soft shell crab was tiny.. they should have given 2 for the price. My starter lobster bisque had a lovely crust- croissant like in texture, bisque itself was ok. Maybe wouldnt get again because there are cheaper better bisques out here but nice to try. My cocktail was a spicy margarita essentially and VERY well made, nice and spicy.. well balanced. And the blueberry lavender cheesecake was a 10/10. I will definitely be back here to dine. Cant wait!

    6 oz filet mignon, house mashed potatoes and asparagus sides
    Patricia B.

    Came here for dinner with a friend and was pleasantly surprised. The bread and butter they bring you to start is delightful. While the scallop appetizer was not for me, the butternut squash soup special was wonderful. Definitely get it if it's on the menu. My filet was cooked perfectly and the house mashed potatoes with the bacon in them were a perfect complement. The real star of the show for me was the bread pudding for dessert. I would come back just for that.

    70 day dry-aged ribeye
    Alyssa G.

    Always a great experience at 1870! We loved their new fall cocktails, the "Mother of Presidents" key lime cocktail was the best drink I've ever had. Our server Aiden was so knowledgeable and absolutely incredible!

    Steak with add on lobster tail

    Going around Christmas time it was nicely decorated. The bread and butter was good. The butternut squash soup was very good as were the sides, meal and desserts. A little on the pricey side but it didn't disappoint!

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    Ask the Community - 1870 Restaurant and Bar

    Is there a speakeasy part of it? I thought I saw a post in the past about that?

    Yes. There is a speakeasy downstairs that looks quite nice. It functions as their cozy bar area but they also serve meals during certain times.

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    Wood & Iron Game Day Restaurant

    3.9(341 reviews)
    2.5 mi
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    Always the best spot to watch our favorite teams play. Food is consistently good. Staff are…read morefriendly and game day vibes are always there!

    I have had soooo many wonderful experiences at Wood & Iron which is why I keep giving them a chance…read morebecause it could easily just be a bad day, but their menus are changing, the service is shifting (not in a positive direction), portions are smaller & prices are the same. This used to be a place where you'd have to wait for a table every time, but now the restaurant is half empty and I see why! When I was ordering my food our server was slightly rude & I was taken aback (but you never want someone to spit in your food so I ignored it lol). As I was ordering my food she repeated my wing order to me as she was typing it in, but she did not acknowledge the fact that I asked for all flats so I said all flats again & her response was an "I heard" under her breath which others at my table noticed the rudeness associated with it as well. The wings visibly looked different but fine, however once I started moving them around, I noticed they were dry & chewy like they were over-fried, but normally when I get them they are moist with a slight char from being grilled even tough they are dry rubbed. The loaded baked potato I was a shock to me..a lot more cheese than potato and it was cold. I'm simply very unsatisfied. I took my food home with me & ended up just throwing it all away. They've still got the best blue cheese though, hope that doesn't change! I've got lots of points to use so I'm going to just try a different location & pray. My two times at Short Pump have been better than the last six-eight months at Midlo.

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    Triple Crossing Beer - Midlothian - The brewery itself sits on a pond area, which is really pretty. It does provide some outdoor seating.

    Triple Crossing Beer - Midlothian

    3.9(85 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    This was my third time at this brewery in Midlothian. The staff is always so helpful and friendly…read morethe minute you walk on the door answering all your questions whether it be about food or beer or the best place to sit. We ended up sitting at the bar for a couple beers and dinner. The outside vibe had fire pits and Adirondack chairs with some tables. From the minute, we entered to the moment we laughed. We were thoughtfully waited on by all the staff. Falcon smash is always my go to beer when I go there and this grilled chicken Parmesan sandwich was amazing. Definitely worth a stop when you're Midlothian Virginia.

    Stopped in recently for the first time to try an IPA. It was average but that's not what the one…read morestar is for... I've followed this brewery on social media for a few months and have noticed their pictures consistently feature pours with an inordinate amount (2-3") of head on them. As someone who absolutely hates foam, I asked up front for no head. The bartender winced and explained they had to pour that way or they'd get in trouble because the ownership "wants the aroma expressed." I was taken aback...not only by the total lack of regard for the customer but for levying that threat against an employee. I was waiting to meet someone somewhere else for dinner, and put aside my disdain and capitulated as I didn't want anyone getting in trouble over a beer. So, I figured I'd make the most of things out on the patio. Alas, you can't take glass out in the patio, only plastic cups. What?!? If this were a college bar on a Friday night, sure - pour into plastic. But happy hour in Midlothian? The bartender did say they could pour no foam for a plastic cup though, which I thought was funny - they're so precious about their beer the foam is mandatory, but yeah, just dump it in plastic for the patio. All in all, a negative experience and one I won't repeat. My advice is to give the customer what they want, don't threaten employees, and eat the cost of a few broken glasses. To be clear: I get the notion of aromas and such, but this isn't Russian River or Alchemist, or even The Veil (none of which have foam mandates). I could even understand if they were busy (I was the only one ordering), but I wouldn't have asked for a longer pour under those circumstances. The beers are average regionals and customer service and good treatment of employees are non-negotiables. I hope ownership sees this and chills out; the person who pays for the beer dictates the pour, not you.

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    Brick House Diner

    4.0(448 reviews)
    2.8 mi
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    Great food selection, awesome breakfast, and the service was good. A very good experience.read more

    Today was my first visit to the new location and I came away impressed!…read more The ambiance is great. The service is great. The food is great. I'm so relieved that none of those traits got left behind at the old location! There's usually a wait, but they now offer outside tables for waiting or dining. So that's a plus. And it's worth the wait. There's a new bar, so one can sit there and enjoy a drink or a meal. That's nice. There's a new (I don't know what to call it) "dessert deli"? Where all the cakes and pastries are on display and for sale. So that trapped us on our way out. :-) And there's a dedicated door for take-out only, so if you order ahead you don't need to swim upstream of the other waiting diners to get in and grab your food, Here's something really innovative: Their parking lot is on the small side. But they are adjacent to acres of parking in the shopping center. So they run a golf cart in a loop, picking up and dropping off diners who park in the satellite lot. Wow! That's service. The restaurant business is tough. And endless number of ways to fail. But the Brick House Diner is doing everything right! PS: In a time when restaurant prices seem to be out of control, BHD is doing a great job keeping prices as low as they can. For the meal I had, I've paid 10 to 25% more at other, similar venues. So, hats off to BHD for cost control!

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    Tavern 19

    4.3(57 reviews)
    3.6 mi
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    Just finished the State Open, we came into the Tavern 19, sat at a dirty table (was open so we took…read moreit), sat for about 20 minutes, not even a glance by the many staff members who were on shift, and had to finally flag one of them down. I got the Chopped Brisket Salad. When the food finally got there, the salad had no brisket on it. Had to get the waiter to go get it. Flavors were all good, at least the brisket was tender. Everyone else's plate at our table looked good. This comes down to the execution. Very poor. Anyway, some days you nail it and some days you don't.

    TL;DR: good food options that were all tasty, and good service…read more Came here to grab lunch before our round at Independence (connected to the pro shop). There are plenty of seating, indoor and outside. Service was nice and attentive, and the food came out quickly. Their menu had a lot of different offerings from burgers, to pizza, to entrees. FOOD: ~Sticky Ribs (4.5/5): actually fall off the bone tender! The sauce was tasty. Only thing was the ends were a little too burnt, but it wasn't inedible - gave that nice char taste. ~Italian Grinder (5/5): Typical italian sandwich, but the bread was so good. The roasted peppers added a nice kick, and the sauce was yummy. ~Fries (5/5): love battered fries! And they were seasoned really well ~Catfish and grits (4/5): the grits were wonderful consistency. Catfish was fried really well and was extremely tender. The sauce was so flavorful, but it was very heavy. At first I was worried about the huge chunks of celery, but thankfully, it didn't have that strong celery flavor and added a nice crunch. A really solid meal, especially for a golf course restaurant!

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    Four Seasons - Greek Moussaka

    Four Seasons

    4.0(141 reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    I thought the country fried steak was good and so were the stuffed mushrooms…read more Very tasty iced tea too! I'll definitely be going back to try some of the other foods!

    Food was great. Drinks were great. Service? Garbage. The order of how they ran things? Terrible…read more This is the second time I've been here now. Both on a holiday of sorts- this past time being Mother's Day. We had come in around 10:45am so we could get seated for lunch a little earlier than their lunch crowds would appear. They gave us an estimated wait time of 15 minutes. That being said- we waited 45 minutes to be seated. They were 'transferring' from breakfast to lunch (never heard of a restaurant doing that before) and did not seat anybody within that 45 minutes. They had people coming in and getting added to their list, gave them 15-30 minute wait times but then proceeded to not seat anyone else that arrived until way past the timeframes given. Once it hit 11:30 they decided to start seating everyone. And I mean everyone. They definitely did not spread out the timing of the seating so the servers they had were overwhelmed. As someone who has previous experience in the restaurant industry I know this backs up both the kitchen and the servers when doing this. So that being said- we waited for a long time at the end of our meal for the server to check in on us, give us boxes, and provide our check. I will NEVER be going back, I don't care how good their food was. The service was garbage. The manager had given us a coupon for our 'next visit' but I am not going to waste my time. Please choose other spots for your Italian food options. This one is NOT the way to go.

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