Had an amazing meal at Perly's in downtown Richmond! I ordered the BENNY GOODMAN -- two crispy…read morepotato latkes topped with smoked salmon, perfectly poached eggs, dill hollandaise, and salmon roe -- absolutely delicious and packed with flavor. My friend had the BUY THE POUND sandwich with hot pastrami, swiss, and spicy mustard on rye, and it was equally incredible. The service was great too. While we waited for our table, we walked around next door at Stella's Grocery, and the Perly's staff actually came in to announce when tables were ready, which was super convenient and thoughtful. Definitely worth the wait and a spot we'll be coming back to!

Cute restaurant interior! I loved the vibes inside it felt very retro. Lots of options but not many…read morevegetarian. It's usually pretty crowded which makes wait times expected on the weekends. The food itself was really good and came with a lot. My only issue was there weren't a ton of vegetarian options but I was able to find a few things. The breakfast sandwiches was a great size. the bagel was delicious!

The food was totally amazing! Was in town for the day and found the restaurant on Yelp and glad I…read moredid. Everything from the staff to the food was perfect...

What a disappointment. Service was good, but very forgetful. Just think he was new…read more Food was disappointing. Fried Brussel sprouts with hot honey/balsamic/ feta were average. Not much flavor. Kids chicken strips were a chicken patty that was overcooked and cut up. Also came out lukewarm at best. The Rueben was soggy and had about three slices of meat on it. Very little sauce on the sandwich no and was charged for extra when I asked for more. Added the Parmesan truffle fries which were powered Parmesan with some truffle oil sprinkled on top. Again all lukewarm. The Timberwolf burger had maybe two jalapeño's on it and the onions were burnt. The regular burgers and kids are the same size. Housemade pickles were soggy and the cucumber skins were tough. The quality of food from when we had eaten here a couple years ago was subpar in comparison. If you are going to charge for upscale items then they need to be upscale in the quality of what you are serving. Will not be back.

Yum! I got the Italian hero and it was so fresh and delicious tasting. I love the bread. The…read moreservers were friendly and helpful too. Cute place, I get why everyone says it's the best sandwich in Richmond! Can't wait to try more.

Overall a positive experience, although the subs didn't quite hit as much as we were hoping for. We…read moregot the Industrial and Smoked Turkey. Both good, although I wish there was a little more meat on each (especially the turkey one). Sometimes I'm sketched out with mayo on a sandwich but it turned out really good on the smoked turkey because it's a hot sub so the mayo melted a little bit. Staff was super friendly, especially Jeff, and there was way more seating than we expected. Love the outside tables too so pups can join. Jeff did say that we could modify any sub or build our own - I think I'll do that next time to customize to my specific taste interests.

This is one of my all time favorite sandwich spots. They have a real fire oven that they toast the…read moresandwiches in and offer two types of pickles and chips with each sandwich. I've made my way through the menu and enjoy almost every single item. We don't get sandwiches this good in LA where I live and that breaks my heart. The beer selection is great with lots of local brews represented. I also love the ambiance. Tucked away, you go down a flight of stairs into this cozy 'dive bar' feeling space with lots of history. The servers are friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend.

It's such an old school staple here and the sandwiches are still good unfortunately we just don't…read morego here much anymore because the service isn't that great and very offputting..

Pro: The deli sandwiches are great! They use Boar's Head meat, which, to my taste, is the best you…read morecan get. And it's a real NYC style-deli as far as menu and food quality are concerned. The corned beef and Swiss on rye is absolutely wonderful. Never had a bad meal here, and the wait staff is wonderful. We often go here with friends. My wife loves the place. Con: The interior is full of ads. EVERYWHERE. No escaping them. It's horrible, like being trapped in one of those sales things you get in the mail. Ambiance is zero. What's more, there's a lot of 5000K light and light blue walls - factory lighting. I'd give is a solid five stars but for that.

The place is much larger than it looks with a long aisle of tables. The decor could be upgraded and…read morestill keep the diner feel. The walls are all large ads for businesses. Doesn't really look good. Ordered the Reuben and onion rings to share. Reuben's are typically very large. This was a small Reuben and for sure could have eaten the entire thing. Onion rings were a bit soggy and table didn't like their fries either. The Reuben, though small, was very good. Service was quick and waitress was nice. The place is quite expensive for wha you get. We got 3 sandwiches, 2 with fries and 1 with onion rings, 2 waters and a sprite. It was $52. I think that is a bit high especially looking at size of sandwich but the were delicious.

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

Ordered a TLT (tofu, lettuce, tomato) and a chicken soup, and they were delicious! Went on a…read moreSaturday at noon, so naturally it was crowded. It was a beautiful day though and their patio was the perfect spot to enjoy my beverage while waiting for our food.

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

We went to this place for the first time tonight and OMG‼…read more RUN....do not walk to the New York Deli!!! It's right next to the Byrd Theater so it was perfect for dinner after a movie. Our server was Braxton, a delightful young lady. She was witty and a diligent server and all the things...and she did not steer us wrong when it came to the food. My husband and I both had a taste for ordering an Italian sub and Braxton said we would not be sorry if we ordered it, and we were not. I was literally moaning with almost every bite. I am a potato salad connoisseur. I will not eat it unless it is freshly made. I don't do any of the grocery store type of potato salads. (Gross!) I asked Braxton about it and she said that in general, she doesn't even like potato salad, but at this restaurant, she absolutely loves it and highly recommends it. Knowing it is freshly made on site, plus her recommendation, I decided to try it. Oh my word! This potato salad is straight from the portals of heaven. Sooooooo good. This might not seem like a big deal, but it's a very big deal to me. I like freshly brewed tea. Nothing bottled. Nothing out of a soda machine. (Disgusting!) I asked Braxton if the tea was actually brewed there and she said yes. Tea is not the same everywhere. Sometimes it's so weak, you don't even realize it's tea. Not here! It was perfect. This makes a huge difference to me as when my beverage is perfect, I enjoy my meal a lot more. The entire meal was top notch. The service was absolutely excellent. We loved having Braxton and would ask for her again. A DJ was setting up as we were eating. We learned that they have karaoke and trivia nights earlier in the week as well as dance nights on the weekends. My husband and I mentioned that we would definitely come back and bring friends. I loved my experience here and it could not have been made any better by anything.

A quintessential dive bar in Richmond, New York deli is by the theater and amazing restaurants…read more Really cheap drinks. Really cheap food. But don't let that stop me from going here. The vibes are immaculate and they're really cool. Ancient arcade games here.

I was pleasantly surprised after reading the reviews and coming in with lower expectations. To be…read moreclear, the 4 stars is based on the type of restaurant. It is fast casual - you order at the kiosk and grab a place to eat, listening for your number and/or text to alert you the food is ready. We arrived about 6pm on a Saturday night. It was busy and I grabbed one of the last two tables. It got very busy shortly after we placed our orders. The dining area is pretty big with plenty of bar seating around the windows. While we all ordered one after the other, our food didn't come out that way. Most of the food came out in about 25-30 minutes. The chicken was cooked perfectly. Juicy! Two people got tenders and three of us got sandwiches. The OG sandwich was very good, just messy! I ended up using a fork and knife bc it got too messy. The Mac and cheese was made with pimento cheese and was very good. My friend who got the fried green tomatoes said they were delicious and filling. Lots of goodies on top. Two friends enjoyed the collards. The only person who was underwhelmed was the person who got the Asian sandwich. Overall, if I wanted a good chicken sandwich and a Buttermilk and Honey was nearby, I'd place an order.

Parking in downtown is usually a pain. We had to circle the block a few times to get a spot on…read moreThursday night around 19:45. We walked in to find the staff bustling, cooking, and prepping orders, and the smell of some delicious fried chicken in the air. I saw the kiosks and was not too thrilled with the Wawa experience, but we gave it a shot anyway, since fried chicken is one of our favorites. The process was simple and allowed us to add or remove anything we could want, so that was nice. While walking to find a seat, we saw a person panhandling in the dining area, but the staff promptly removed him from the premises. I ordered us the Pimento Cheese Balls for an appetizer, and I chose the Fried Chicken and French Toast as my entree because I always try the "chicken and waffles" at every establishment that offers it. My partner ordered the OG Chicken Sandwich without tomato, and it came with crinkle-cut fries. It was about $40. The chef proclaimed our order was ready in quick succession, maybe three orders behind the guests before us. We waited about ten minutes, maybe fifteen at most. We picked up the orders from the counter, and there was a mix-up on the syrup, but the chef promptly rectified the situation. He was a no-nonsense kind of guy; straight to the point. He seemed firm, yet kind. It was clear the day had been a busy one; he even told us as much, which was great to hear (busy = fantastic food). The French toast squares looked like rye or pumpernickel, and they emitted a sweet aroma, a delightful hit of cinnamon and brown sugar. I drizzled the caramel syrup on my chicken and toast, sliced a piece, and paired a bite of chicken with the toast. I closed my eyes to savor the flavors: the toast was crunchy and almost gooey (yet, not overly so), the chicken was crunchy, the sweet cinnamon-y flavors from the toast, the caramel from the syrup, and the tender, moist chicken were a match made in culinary art. I cannot sufficiently describe the French toast in a way that would do it justice; it was crunchy and semi-gooey, and all scrumptious. I can only say it was the single best French toast that I have ever had the pleasure of experiencing. Next, I tried the fried pimento cheese balls. Oh my. If you like mozzarella sticks, try these. I adored them: elevated fried cheese, for real. My partner enjoyed her sandwich as well; she ate everything except some of her fries. I saved half of my chicken and toast for today because I am like a treasure golem when it comes to delicious leftovers. I am going to air-fry the chicken and skillet-heat the toast back to its original goodness. I told the cooks that that was the best French toast that I have ever had, and I mean it. Do yourself a favor and try it if you're into French toast. This one is the GOAT. Side note: I spoke with the head chef outside, and he is from another branch (possibly Henrico?) to whip this location back into shape. Two words: "Nailed it."

This little gem of a supermarket has so much to offer. It's half supermarket and half a place to…read moreeat. Plus they sell hookah, flags among other things. This is a middle eastern food market. They sell subs, salads, wings, wraps, kabobs, hummus and more. My favorite days to go are Mondays and Tuesdays when they do their $8.99 special which is a sub or wrap with fries. I always get the philli cheese and it is awesome, but today my friend and I wanted to try the chicken shawarma and gyro wrap. Both were delicious, but I did ask for some tzatziki sauce to dip the chicken shawarma wrap. I ended this visit with some baklava and I loved it. The staff is friendly and nice and it's a nifty little place to enjoy a good lunch or dinner. I am definitely going to continue coming here.

The food and service are amazing. We have had several items and they are delicious and authentic…read more Lamb Gyro, Chicken Shawarma, Kofta Gyro, and Grape Leaves. I usually do not like Grape Leaves, but these are number one fantastic. Go check them out because the food will not disappoint you.