It wasn't that good don't waste your money!! It also took a long time to get there the food was cold at lunch time what a waste.

Service was attentive. Food was flavorful. Scallops were suggested and did not disappoint. Steak was excellent. Reservations were clear that our table would be on the covered porch but was not clear that it was still so open to the elements. Luckily night cooled down quickly. read more

Wednesday 6/9/21 @8:18pm Late night dinner and so I decided on Hobnob. Never been here before and was excited because it's like 10 minutes from my house. Upon pulling up I loved the painting on the wall. I love that it has outdoor seating. (See pictures) I was immediately greeted and mentioned I wanted to eat outside. I ordered the fried green tomatoes as an appetizer. I didn't realize there was about 5-6 slices, so it was a bit much for one. Unless you want to have it as a meal. As far as taste, I liked it but the sauce was missing something. It was bland. I also ordered the Shrimp and Grits. The portion was plentiful. This tasted good. I ended up taking most with me because I was full from the tomatoes. I did also order dessert. I ordered a lemon blueberry cake. It was pretty good. Again the serving size was plenty full and I took some of that home as well. I would say that this restaurant is appealing and average. It wasn't the best but it wasn't bad. Am I dying to go back? no. Will I go back? Maybe to try something else. I will also say that the service was exceptional. Which is always appreciated. read more

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I visited Hobnob due to a review I can across . They have really cute outdoor seating . They place on the inside was really small like four tables , the customer service was really nice , they sat us with no reservations. I should have done my research though because this places had a lot of seafood on the menu and unfortunately I'm allergic to sheep fish . I ordered the cheeseburger and it came with fries that was over cooked to the point is had no potato on the inside. The buyer was juicy though , is had pimento cheese , bacon , lettuce , tomato and some type of sauce on there , the burger was good enough for a return whenever I'm in the mood for a good juicy burger . read more

This is my favorite place to take my teen boys in the Richmond area and Lakeside. Also, it's great for a date. Everything is delicious and the service and ambiance has a perfect upscale neighborhood feel. Might need to make weekend reservations, even for lunch/brunch as this is a popular place. read more

This place is a quaint spot to get brunch and dinner, if dining for brunch I would recommend making a reservation in advance. The chesapeake quiche was delicious and filling, the salad on the side was flavorful. Definitely recommend this spot read more

Hobnob - Chesapeake Quiche - Sandwiches Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Awesome again!! Love the oysters. Clam pasta was yummy too. Keep it going. Missed duck on earlier menu . Wish they had a small reserve wine list..if space permits. See you next time. read more

Hobnob - Oysters - Sandwiches Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Overall my experience was just ok. All of the food I had was good- but not amazing. The service was ok- nice waitress but had to wait for refills and drinks took about 15 minutes to make for the table. Enjoyed my birthday dinner but I probably wouldn't choose to go back. read more

Hobnob - Steak and side salad - Sandwiches Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Inside: casual hip, cozy ambience, cool paintings, wall staghorn ferns; Outside, cozy, greenery box surroundings. Kind staff & amazing food. Definitely one of the best casual food restaurants we've visited. Amazing, light, meatball sandwhich according to hubs. Probably the best shrimp & grits I've ever eaten. Depth & balance of flavor perfection. Will be daydreaming about this dish for a long time. We also shared pb pie & that will be the object of food dreams. read more

YUM is one word to sum up Hobnob. The patio is super spacious, and that where a friend and I got lunch. I got the Shrimp & grits and pimento cheese hush puppies. The shrimp & grits were SO savory. The hush puppies were delicious. Can't wait to visit again. read more

Hobnob - Shrimp & grits and pimento cheese hush puppies - Sandwiches Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I'd you're in the mood to try something new, check this place out. They offer a great take on comfort food. We tried the pork chop and rockfish blt. Recommended by the staff, both were very tasty. They have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating with a full bar. Charming place, off the beaten path. read more

I stopped by for lunch yesterday and service was prompt. We opted to sit outdoors. Our server was very attentive and was knowledgeable about the menu. That's always a plus for me when it's my first time visiting. I ordered the mushroom swiss smashburger medium well with a side of sweet potato fries. The portions are big and everything was really good! They have desserts on display right as you enter and I plan to visit again to try those out. Wish I would have snapped some pictures! read more

If you are coming here for Brunch on a Sunday I'd highly recommend making reservations. This restaurant is on the smaller side with indoor and outdoor seating along with a small bar. We got there at 915a when they open at 9a and no outdoor seating was available on the patio. We were able to be seated immediately inside. I was really hoping they had more Gluten free options on the menu but there was 3 or 4 options (one being a salad). I was torn between the omelette with pepper jelly or shrimp & Grits. I ordered the Shrimp & Grits along with a Pomegranate mimosa. Our server was very nice and attentive. The shrimp & grits were lack luster to me and I was very disappointed about it. The shrimp was not seasoned at all. It tasted like it was just thawed and added in. The cold tomatoes paired with the hot shrimp & grits was a bit odd and didn't really mesh well together. My sister and BIL did enjoy their meals. read more

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wonderful!!!!! a great place for lunch or brunch. great service ... the staff is friendly and very helpful.

Have eaten here 3x now in different seasons and will be back again soon. It's a nice and cozy spot for a brunch late lunch during the workweek. The scallops were absolutely nailed. The pimento cheese hushpuppies really surprised me - I thought it was going to be more of a "cheese oozing out" situation, but they manage to keep perfect hushpuppy texture while packing it with cheese flavor at the same time. We're always looking for places with at least one or two exciting vegetarian dishes, and this place has awesome variety with something for everyone. Service is always killer. read more

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A local secret with a small but deliciously curated menu. Their fried chicken is to die for! Everything on the menu (including desserts) is delicious. I plan on coming back as a regular and will eat my way through the rest of the menu. read more

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I'm a Richmond native but transplanted to Houston and my mom took me here on a visit back home. I was very impressed. We started with the fried oysters which were the best I've had in Richmond. Seasoned perfectly and crispy on the outside while soft on the inside. I chose the short rib sandwich for my entree and I'm glad I did. Very clean sandwich and the pickles and Dijon made it pop! And the sweet potato fries were perfect-best I've had, no lies. We also had two carafes of the pomegranate mimosa that was very fresh. Craige was our server and she made us feel right at home. Beautiful in-the-cut spot for RVA foodies! Since the menu is seasonal, I'm excited to see what the options are on my next visit! read more

Hobnob - Sandwiches Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

(LOL I did not realize I already wrote a review!!!oops) Honestly hobnob is located in such a random spot but it's super cute and has great seating (in and outdoors). we have come multiple times for brunch! They have classic brunch cocktails and different menu selections depending on the seasons. We always love their chicken & waffles! I have tried a bunch of things on the menu - some pictured below - and all have been amazing. service is great as well. Recommend making a reservation since the place is small. and make sure to check out the cute bee artwork on the side of the building :) read more

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We stayed in Richmond for three days and ate here 3 different times and honestly I already miss their food. We started with dinner on Friday , kids loved their meals, and you know how picky kids can be. They're fries are amazing and the food came out nice and hot. The blueberry mojito was great as well. Saturday we went by again for a salad , just to see if the previous night was just "luck" . I had their shrimp snd asparagus salad and the hubby had their fried chicken Cobb. Both were delicious! Then there was Sunday brunch, deviled eggs, fried chicken and waffles, blueberry vegan friendly pancakes and the star of the show in my opinion their key lime pie. You can't go wrong here! The service was always great which enhanced the experience with their food. read more

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Small establishment so be aware up front. Large covered patio for milder weather doubles the inside space. Probably good to make a reservation. Best fried green tomato appetizer in RVA. Quick and efficient service. We went for lunch and I had the Shrimp and Grits which was *chef's kiss*. My two other guests enjoyed theirs and promptly added it to their "lunch rotation" ha ha. They are smart to keep the menu tight and concentrate on quality which is evident. Great neighborhood "hidden gem" Recommend read more

This little place lives up to its billing. The food is delicious. Tried the fried oysters to start. They are the best in the Richmond area hands down and rival fried oysters in the Northern Neck. Had the Fried Chicken Cobb Salad and it was the best cobb salad I have eaten. Lots of flavors, colors, and textures and beautifully presented. My wife had the shrimp and grits. The smoked gouda gave them a real wow factor and were excellent. The chocolate peanut butter pie was decadent and to die for. The ambiance was cozy and homey. Quite a lovely place. I highly recommend for a date night. Your date will be impressed! read more

I've been here twice, the first time I had a pecan crusted trout that was on the menu at the time and it was very flavorful and cooked perfectly. I wasn't overly thrilled with the brussel sprouts mix but it was just ok. I ordered the scallops appetizer which both my and I enjoyed. I tried the what I believe was the Jungle Bird mojito, very tasty. My most recent visit was to try the shrimp fried green tomatoes. I ordered the Vinho Verde Rosé which had very intense fruity flavors but it seemed to pair well with the tomatoes. I was thrilled with the breading used for the tomatoes and they felt slightly over cooked, the edges were a little hard for me but the shrimp which was nicely seasoned and perfectly cooked is what helped to make this dish better. The tomatoes were topped with shredded lettuce (slight overkill), and a creole remoulade sauce. Not sure I got creole flavoring but the sauce wasn't bad and I thought helped enhance the flavor since the breading disappointed. Both times, the service was great and I am planning to visit again. **my son joined me on the first visit and opted for the chicken sandwich but plain. read more

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The food was wonderful, I enjoyed the oysters and my pasta was delicious and my boyfriend's pork bao buns were really good but the rest was just unfortunate. We had out of town guests and I wanted to take them to one of our local favorites. The weather turned bad and we were seated on the patio but we had eaten on the patio in cold weather before and it was fine but this time it was raining and the wind was blowing and we were forced to sit at an outside table on the patio and the hostess wouldn't let us move the table closer to a heater, we were freezing and probably should have left but where do you go at 7 on a Friday that doesn't have a wait. We were not allowed to move to an empty table close to a heater and couldn't move when another table was open but watched while another party that arrived after us was moved when they asked to be moved. I asked the wait person if we could move the table in, they could have easily staggered the tables so no one had to sit in the rain and at first she said no and I said I was getting rained on and my right side was wet from the rain and it was cold and she finally said ok. Our guests were not impressed with how the situation was handled but were too polite to ask to leave. read more

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food is amazing, patio is nice, little hidden gem, little upscale/pricey but worthy good wines fresh ingrediants

The Hob Nob doesn't immediately bring to mind really great food with a variety of unique choices on the menu. Don't let the name fool you! This place is top notch. A pleasant and attentive wait staff. All prepared to give you their best service. A nice ambiance surrounds the inside of this distinctive restaurant. We had a perfect dining experience there and plan to return very soon! read more

The food was decent! And the servers were absolutely wonderful! But it was the atmosphere that I really did *not* enjoy. Their typical customers are snobby, waspy, white people. The place was completely overrun by those types. It honestly made me uncomfortable. read more

My friends have been raving about this location. Stopped by and it's definitely gonna to be in my new brunch rotation. read more

Hobnob - Amazing customer service!!! Seat at the bar and had a peach Bellini. Was so good !!!! - Sandwiches Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

What a wonderful dining experience we had last night at Hobnob! It's taken me a long time to finally eat here but I can't wait to go back. If I could describe what I love about the experience it's that Hobnob is unpretentious but finessed. I love its location, right in Lakeside, tucked back into a neighborhood. It's got two nice patios, one in the front and one on the side. It's across from a convenience store that's lit up bright red and white which adds a kind of glow to the ambience. Inside, you'll find a cozy setting with modern booths and chairs. Immediately the server came to greet us with waters and she was fabulous. It's so refreshing to dine somewhere where the server gets excited about the food and you can tell they know the restaurant well. Throughout our meal she checked on us often, always peppy. I probably could've eaten a couple of the entrees because they all looked good. They have quite a variety with chicken tikka masala, bbq sandwich, salads, salmon, chicken piccata. This would be a great place for a group with different tastes. For our appetizer we had the crab and fennel toasts and a side of cauliflower tomato soup. The soup was quite memorable and thick like a purée. We both felt the crab and fennel toast needed some more flavor but we still enjoyed it. For an entree, I ordered the strawberry rhubarb bbq sandwich with a side of fries while my boyfriend went with the crab and shrimp orecchiette. I almost picked mac and cheese but the server advised against it. Our meal was so good. The star of the night was dessert so don't miss out! We got a crème brûlée cheesecake and a four layer chocolate cake. If you can get my non-dessert boyfriend to enjoy dessert you are pretty special. Our meal came out to 100 dollars... not too bad. I will definitely be back to try the key lime pie. Thank you Hobnob! read more

Fantastic meal with a friend, and great service. Had the Rockfish BLT - fantastic! The pimento hush puppies were disappointing, but perhaps it's just a batch issue. They were greasy and not much flavor otherwise. The parking is ample, nice atmosphere, and I'm happy to go again. read more

What a sweet spot in the Lakeside area! Excellent food, great service, and fun cocktails, at a good price. Definitely worth a visit if you live in the area, but you'll want to make the effort even if you don't live in the neighborhood. Go when the weather is nice -- outdoor patio is awesome! read more

Good lunch, kind of pricey but was very tasty , nice place and friendly staff .The brunch menu looks very good but they only do it on Sunday read more

Hobnob - Shrimp & grits - Sandwiches Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Small inside with a heated outdoor patio. Very cute 'small down restaurant' feel. I ordered the shrimp and grits off of the brunch menu- the shrimp were good and the dish was overall well flavored. A little oily/liquidy in terms of texture but overall good. Great service. read more

Hobnob - Shrimp and grits - Sandwiches Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Great food, creative, good ambiance, great service. A destination restaurant, worth going out of your way to get to. Will definitely go back

Love the refreshed outdoor patio! The watermelon, cuke, gazpacho was incredible! Treat yourself and hobnob with your friends at this fabulous eatery! read more

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Ooh wee, what a find. This spot sits in a cool community almost tucked away -worth finding. Outdoor ceiling fans and covering makers patio sitting pretty nice too, even for a summer day. Didn't see this swanky spot coming and will definitely go back . read more

Hobnob - Great lunch at Hobnob.  Fish and Chips, fried green tomatoes topped with grilled shrimp and chicken sandwich w/ onion rings . - Sandwiches Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I would have done this sooner, but out of town until today. During this particular visit, a week or so ago, everything was going ok until a disturbance from the back area, presuming it was the kitchen staff. It was, but not from the staff. It was surprising who it was when I left told by another female staff member. There were others there but I see nothing, here, of course, the other reviews reek of family or friends, reviewing????? read more

My wife and I had reservations for 7 and we were seated right away when we got there at 655. The restaurant has a parking lot on the side of the restaurant and there is indoor, outdoor and covered outdoor seating. Honestly, I was surprised how small this place was. The inside might seat 30. I think the outdoor area can seat more than the inside. Plus the inside bar has about 8 seats. They have a fairly small menu selection compared to chain places, but they cover all areas- shrimp and grits, sirloin, pork chops, lobster club sandwich, crab dip appetizers, etc. I had the mahi mahi and it was very good. I am not sure where it came from but there was a bit of spice to it. I liked it a lot but if you dont like spicy... avoid this. My wife had the lobster club. It is a little hole in the wall restaurant that is worth trying out. I recommend getting a reservation as they were full by 7 pm with people waiting outside and as i mentioned- it is not a large place. read more

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Incredible food. Great waiter. Beautiful outdoor patio. Blackened shrimp with fried green tomatoes. ! read more

Find it! It's not a place you will just come across and is worth the effort to find it! Super cute and super small place (maybe 12 tables?). We got there just before 5 with only one other table seated and before we ordered the place was packed! Oh and when you come in they have desserts on display. I wanted to have a three course meal of desserts alone!! We started with the Brussels sprouts appetizer. Very good. Not overdone with vinegar or bacon like some other places. It was fresh and delicious. I had the beef short rib pasta and a side salad. The balsamic was very thick. Good flavor, I just prefer a thinner dressing. The pasta was fine, a comfort dish. It was sort of a white "sauce" with lots of short rib. Nothing stood out special about the dish. When I go back I will try something else, this is not that is making me come back. My friend ordered the rockfish. That was amazing! It was crispy and had great flavor!! That is definitely something I would come back for!! Dessert was a tough choice! We got the peanut butter chocolate pie and cafe mocha creme brûlée. Both were fabulous! If I lived near this place I would have a problem bc I would walk over on the regular for a dessert! We don't live close and agreed it was worth the trip and we want to come back. I want to try brunch! Gotta be there at opening though!! read more

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The food is consistently good as is the service. Great portions, especially their yummy shrimp and grits. However, the noise level on the enclosed patio is almost unbearable. There was a table of 8 loud, noisy & obnoxious people who were so loud that no other table could converse without trying to be louder. Even the servers were bummed by their selfishness. So if you want to enjoy Hobnob (and I hope you do) get a table either inside or the outside open patio. read more