Incredibly friendly and welcoming staff, but the food, oh good god the food!…read more The Pig and the Fig may be a religious experience on bread. And though I admit that it's understandable to be skeptical of Banana Pudding from a sandwich shop, it's among the best I've ever had. Already making my trip to Richmond incredibly worth it.

I'm not a big sandwich connoisseur, but this place has me HOOKED. The chicken caesar parm is…read more absolutely delicious and the size of the sandwiches is absolutely insane. If there was anything I'd suggest, I'd ask them to offer a half-sandwich. I'll definitely be returning!

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...

I really wanted to love this place because I am always down for a good sandwich/burger, but the…read moremeal fell a bit short for me. I will say the service was amazing. My server did a fantastic job and made sure that was taken care of. Why did the food fall short? I ordered the Velvet burger and added bacon to it. My server how I wanted it cooked, and I said medium rare would be fantastic - it came out medium well. If asked for my preference, that is my expectation. The burger toppings were tasty, the French onion sauce was very salty, which was a lot by the end of the meal. Bacon was cooked perfectly, I actually chose to eat it separately. I got the fries that came with the burger and they were not great. Soft and soggy is how I would describe the texture. I did get a side of the French onion sauce to dip fries in, but didn't eat the fries and left the sauce due to its saltiness on the burger itself. I should've went with my first thought and gotten the Roosevelt Sandwich - next time I am in the area, I will give them another shot with a different strategy. Cheers!

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.

I had been wanting to try Fat Kid Sandwiches for a long while -- from back when they would do…read morepop-ups at Veil -- but the timing had never worked out. Earlier in the month, I was finally able to check them out for the first time. I had my eye on their Italian hoagie, which is listed under the Cold section, but I know better at this point in time of living in the South and the many Italian hoagies that I have had to refrigerate. So I ordered it without the tomato or peppers and served cold. I ordered it through the bartender, who told me that they do serve them cold and that they were out of peppers that day. Turns out they were not out of peppers and they did not serve it cold. I can't eat peppers due to food sensitivities, so I sent it back and asked for it to be re-made. This was the bartender's mistake, from the receipt I could see that he didn't send those notes to Fat Kid, to be clear. The second rendition was made correctly, and it was definitely tasty, but they are overpriced. It's pretty obvious from my picture that this wasn't some hefty, super stuffed and loaded with meats/cheese hoagie. It looks like a normal 6" hoagie. Not worth $11 for it, in my opinion. I'd rather spend $16 at Stanley's or $10 for a full-size at Mr. Submarine.

The BEST Italian in RVA hands down. I'm so sad that Hatch has now closed but I'm so excited to see…read morewhat fat kid sandwiches does next!! The ingredients are always fresh, the ratio of meat to veggies is perfect, and the MUSTARD! So freaking goood The owners are absolute sweethearts, and I'm so excited for their next venture

We had the 1/2 Tony and the 1/2 Pastrami Reuben. Both were delicious and overflowing with meat…read more It does take a little bit to get the food (we ordered to go) but it was worth the wait. Will definitely be back.

Delicious food!! Really enjoyed their breakfast service. The…read moreShakshouka was flavored great. The latke was maybe the best in the city??? (Asked for some sour cream to go with it and they added chives ) For lunch- the Rachel turkey sandwich was very yummy too.

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.

Spectacular service. Cool VIBE. Generous portions. Looks old inside but soooo cool. Food is great…read more Fresh bread, toasted sub. We got The Beast. Really fresh veg. And he cooks the meat to order . Great flavor. I paired it with Two Silos cream ale on tap. Yummm. Fantastic choice. Bathrooms look a little ruff but they are CLEAN. Just a graffiti vibe. I'm glad I found this place.

Superb all around! The owner gave us cookies to go that were his gmas recipe, delish! Small shop…read morethat gives the hole in the wall vibes and is so welcoming. 10/10 Great food and people.

I've been here twice but decided to try "the classic" basically chicken parm sub. SO GOOD. Life…read morechanging. Changed my brain chemistry good. Cure to depression. 10/10. Kinda pricey but so worth it. Some seating and they have to go drinks as well. The people who work there are kind too! It's a smaller place but the food is delicious!

Nice rebrand! My lamb gyro tasted like it had been marinating for hours.... it was full of flavor…read moreand tender. The pita was perfect! My friend's cheesesteak was pretty good - she wished it was as flavorful as my lamb. The fries were great! Hot and just enough salt. The star?? The REFRESHERS! both of ours were soda based....i loved my mango and my friend really liked her Passion Twist.

Finding a good Philly is hard especially since I've tried the ones in Philadelphia, but Bad As…read morePhilly doesn't disappoint. They do have other things on the menu to try, but I always order their specialty. The food and prices were great. Every time I go, we are treated with kindness and we always dine in. There is plenty of space to eat and street parking.

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."

One bite and I'm instantly transported to South Street in Philly. Stanley's is serving up easily…read moreone of the best cheesesteaks in Richmond. The Stanley's Cheesesteak is the real deal -- shaved ribeye, Cooper Sharp white, onions, and pickled hot & sweet peppers all working together exactly how a proper cheesesteak should. Rich, messy, and packed with flavor. And here's the surprise: one of the best Caesar salads in RVA. Didn't expect it, but it absolutely delivers. Come for the cheesesteak. Don't sleep on the Caesar. Thank me later.

Went to Stanley's for a casual lunch. The setting is nice, located in a corner storefront in the…read moreFan district with nice views of the neighborhood. The servers were also tending the bar which was getting decent traffic even at lunchtime. My dining partner says there is a pool table in a back room, and that could be fun to fold into a longer visit. The piped in music was light jazz. The menu is oriented around philly cheesesteaks and variations. I ordered the chicken philly, which was large enough to make two lunches (I brought half home.) The flavor was decent, with seasoned or marinated chicken chunks and veggies & cheese on a sturdy roll. It came with a decent serving of chips. We were served a juice glass of room temp water on arrival and no drink order was taken. Negatives were related to pacing. It took a lot of time for the food to come out. We were pushed to eat even half of our sandwiches within the hour my dining partner had for lunch. The server did not check back after dropping the plates, which could have been an issue if we needed more water. And getting the check was a challenge that took way too long considering how small the place is. This is a decent place to grab a sandwich or a drink if you have the time or live in the neighborhood.