We went to JewFro for a birthday dinner. The inside looked really nice and fancy. I ordered the duck and it was amazing! My food was tender and had lots of flavor. My husband ordered the chicken. Parts of it were dry/overcooked. Overall our meal lasted over two hours. I understand the food is made to order, however my husband also ordered a drink three times and waited almost an hour to get it. My BIL and I ordered sparkling water that never came to our table. I think they were just understaffed. read more

Food: amazing. Ingredients you won't see just anywhere. Drinks were unique and delicious! Service: friendly, patient with questions (we had quite a few!), and passionate/knowledgeable about their food. Ambiance: was cool and funky. Made this middle aged couple feel a little bit hip for the evening! read more

JewFro - African Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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JewFro has been on my list for months and I'm so glad I finally tried it! I always see the owner responding to reviews very receptively and open to feedback and accommodations. All the dishes were delicious and pretty new flavors for us. I love the glossary on the menu. The drinks are fun and on the stronger side. The challah and dips were so good, and would be even better if served warm. The peri peri chicken entree was massive and loaded with different flavors and textures. The gnocchi was a bit bleak in comparison as the portion was much smaller and there wasn't a texture differentiator in the dish. I also wish there were more than just two mushrooms. The sauce was amazing though. Reservations can be made on their website and are recommended since the restaurant is quaint. Overall, we enjoyed our date night! read more

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We had a wonderful time having dinner at Jewfro tonight. Service was quick and the servers were all very attentive. It was a very chill spot. I started with the chilled basilla soup. This was fairly simple and allowed the flavor of the peas to be the focus with a bit of cool herbal notes in the background from the mint. The second dish I had was the dusted scallops. The scallops had a good cook and the star of this dish was definitely the jerusalem artichoke puree because of the texture and flavor it added. Next my entree was the tabil crusted hay smoked lamb loin. The lamb was cooked perfectly and I loved how it was complimented by the ras al hanout pea puree's sweetness and savoriness. The crispy jerusalem artichokes on the side of this were a nice addition as well. For dessert I had the orange blossom pavlova with sumac strawberries and pistachios. This dessert surprised me because it looked like something that would be soft and creamy, but it was crispy, airy, and light. It was sweet and melted in my mouth immediately. The combination of sumac with any type of berry is usually great and this was a perfect example of that. The good food and service here made this dinner a quality experience. read more

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My husband and I had a date-night dinner at JewFro on Friday night before seeing Mamma Mia. I made a 5:30 reservation to give us ample time to make the show and they had us in and out without us feeling rushed. We found ample street parking within a half block of the restaurant on brightly-lit streets. Super easy! We were seated in the widow with a perfect view of the bustling shockoe bottom scene. The restaurant is festively decorated and filled up quickly with other eager diners. JewFro has changed up its regular African-Jewish fusion menu for a holiday-themed, four course, prix-fixe menu. It's $65 per person with small up-charges for premium items. We coordinated our selections for things that appealed to us both. First course: cranberry+fois (+5) and oysters "jungle bell" rock. The cranberry+fois was perfectly seared, melt-in-your-mouth fois gras on crispy toast points over a tart cranberry jam. My husband said he would eat a whole plate of it. The chef's thoughtful choices to provide texture and balanced flavors here were evident. The oysters Rockefeller were delicious--plump, meaty roasted oysters with a traditional Rockefeller preparation. For our second course we chose the grilled cheese and tomato soup and the duck tamale. The soup was rich and thick, garnished with a crispy and gooey cheddar and Camembert grilled cheese "ornament" which was the perfect complement to the smoky and intense tomato flavor. The tamale was a delicious combination of flavors with shredded duck encased in a pillowy masa accompanied by a persimmon salsa and poblano creama. When combined into one bite, it was a flavor explosion! Our third course included the scallop "snowman" and beef tenderloin. The presentation on the scallops was whimsical, with three large, perfectly-seared scallops served vertically on a stick to look like a snowman, nestled in a bed of grits made with lobster stock and Parmesan. Savory roasted carrots offered a pop of color and a needed foil to the richness of the dish. It was wonderful. The beef tenderloin was perfecly cooked and seasoned, served over a truffled sunchoke purée with crispy sautée green beans. Our meal concluded with the "build your own gingerbread house" for two (pictured below). This was so much fun and a perfect for date-night! Pre-cut and measured pieces of crispy and spicy gingerbread are served on a cutting board with marshmallows, gumdrops, sprinkles and cream cheese icing in a piping bag. We assembled our house using the icing ae "glue". It stood for about three seconds, but was fun to do. But we devoured the fallen house and had fun playing with the icing. My husband enjoyed his old fashioned made with brown sugar and I had a non-alcoholic cranberry-ginger spritz from the cocktail menu. I want to note that I appreciated the option to have several signature cocktails made without alcohol and that the one I chose came in a champagne flute. It was festive and sparkly and perfect for the season. Portion sizes for four courses were perfect and reminded me that I love to eat like this. We had a wide variety of food but in portions that didn't overhelem us. We left utterly satiated but not stuffed. Service was lovely, friendly and efficient with special attention paid to our time constraints. Chef Ari visited us a few times throughout the night which was a lovely touch. Dinner for two with a four course prix fixe menu including a $5 upcharge, one cocktail and one mocktail was $213 including tax and 20 percent gratitity. Decor and "make your own gingerbread house" dessert for two pictured below. -- at JewFro. read more

JewFro - Gingerbread House for two - African Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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I felt like I had a Michelin level experience. Food was amazing. Great vibe from staff and location. Between 4 of us , we got everything on the menu and literally everything hit it out of the park. read more

When reviewing the Restaurant Week participants this place stood out and they did not disappoint! Friendly staff, great service, amazing cocktails and a tasty creative menu. The hostess greeted us with a smile and seated us promptly. Our server Kait was awesome, very friendly, made good suggestions and answered all our questions. Kait is definitely a great asset to this business.! The restaurant is softly lit, comfortable and relaxing with tables spaced nicely apart. All the food was so tasty with great plating and served perfectly. I can't wait to return and sample more of the menu. It's street parking so it might be tricky depending when you are visiting. We were able to park on the same block with no issues. All ordered from the restaurant week menu and all were prepared perfectly! *Zucchini- mint yogurt, lemon test, pine nuts *Patatas Bravas - dill, scallions,preserved lemons, garissa *Zatar Tenderloin - North Afrucan Spiced succotash, bulls blood, charred lime, crispy quinoa *Shilasska Gnocchi- potato Gnocchi, challah bread crumbs, berbere cream sauce, oyster mushrooms, brisket *Cardamom Chocolate Cake *South African Milk Tart Also the Elijah Ascension cocktail is amazing! -Butter fat washed Elijah Craig Bourbon, Cigar Syrup, Aromatic bitters. Smoked with cherry pipe tobacco read more

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We stumbled in here by total accident, but I am so glad we ended up here. All the tables were reserved, so we were seated at the bar. We started with drinks - I got the Song of the Sea and it was delicious (butterfly pea syrup came with it to make it a gorgeous blueish/purple shade). We ordered a variety of dishes - the Challah was paired with three dipping sauces, all of which were amazing. Our favorite was the Chermoula dipping sauce! We also got lamb belly, gefilte fish crudo, and salmon bisque as appetizers. For the main course, we ordered the peri peri grilled chicken with a side of plantains. The bartenders and servers are so attentive and friendly. I will definitely be returning. The parking is just typical Richmond street parking, but took no time to find a spot. read more

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Went there in the evening in the middle of the week. It was warm inside even though there were only very few people in the restaurant on a summer night. Got seated quickly and the server in training was nice. Their peri peri grilled chicken served with couscous and coconut sauce was okay and had a good portion size. Lamb loin felt too dry for my taste and not that flavorful. The ras el hanout pea puree that came with it gave the dish an interesting pungent woody yet sweet flavor. Portion size was small for me. Overall, the price did not align with the portion size and quality. read more

JewFro - Lamb loin - African Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I was here for a birthday, and it was lovely! The steakhouse theme for the March menu was very delicious! All the flavors went absolutely lovely together, and for $65 it was a great dinner. read more

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Amazing fusion restaurant with delicious food and a fun vibe! It is a mix of Jewish and African flavors with unique and tasty flavors of comfort food with a twist. For example a warm bowl of matzo ball soup with duck and a dumpling made with Moroccan spices or a challah with dipping bowls of African herbs with oil and harissa butter. Amazing spot with lots of flair! read more

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Let's start with service....hostess welcomed us immediately, was very friendly and seated us promptly Our server Kait was a rock star. Personable, knowledgeable and attentive. Kait answered all our questions, made recommendations and checked in through out our meal Courses were time well so we did not feel rushed or waiting The food--AMAZING!!!! So much flavor, fresh ingredients and unique combinations. We were not sure what to expect from Jewish-African fusion. It works! What we ate: *Zucchini- mint yogurt, lemon test, pine nuts *Patatas Bravas - dill, scallions,preserved lemons, harissa *Zatar Tenderloin - North Afrucan Spiced succotash, bulls blood, charred lime, crispy quinoa *Shilasska Gnocchi- potato Gnocchi, challah bread crumbs, berbere cream sauce, oyster mushrooms, brisket *Cardamom Chocolate Cake *South African Milk Tart We will ve back to try more!!!! A few other notes: Fun 70's vibe deco 2 floors Unique cocktail menu Interesting wines A few local brews Street parking My rating scale: +1 Service +1 Food~Taste/flavor/quality +1 Presentation +1 Atmosphere/vibe +1 Value read more

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LONG REVIEW ALERT - B/C IT WAS THAT AWESOME. So BOTTOM LINE: FOOD: A++ (everything is perfect, no misses) DRINKS: A++ (super creative & tasty) STAFF: A++ (ARI, JOE, KAIT & TREY = stellar) AMBIANCE: A++ GO HERE!!!! Let's talk about this place... first of all I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE the staff & owners... how could every literally be so awesome?! Idk but they are! Backstory, I went to a tasting a their sister restaurant called Soul Taco, also located in Richmond. There I met the owners who were literally just mingling amongst the crowd and we struck up a convo about and travel... I literally was talking about Africa and he says "oh you like African food, I own a Jewish/African fusion restaurant" which I thought was a joke lol. Like who fuses these two cultures?! Uhm they did and it's AWESOME. So that same night, my friends and I set a date to hit up JewFro. The restaurant is 2 levels but quaint and YES you need reservations because they are booked and busy honey! I think I did remember seeing bar seating tho, so walk ins are welcomed... they welcome everyone here. Ok so anyways, what I liked was that the menu wasn't overwhelming with a bunch of stuff and I also liked that the menu didn't come off pretentious. I think because I've extensively traveled throughout Africa, it annoys me when someone tries too hard when it comes to African cuisine (restaurants). But y'all when I say I wanted to try EVERYTHING on the menu?! I meant EVERYTHING. Since I drove over an hour to dine here, I only had one drink and it was amazing. I had the "Why The Bats Fly At Night" which was a rum drink that included activated charcoal! How cool?! The drink was definitely tasty and I wanted another one but... responsibility am I right?! Lol. My friends had "The Song of the Sea" which was a pineapple infused mezcal drink that included butterfly pea (changes the drink color to purple w/o being overpoweringly sweet). The other had "The Lion and the Jakal" both were great, I had a sip. Next up is the food for starters we had the seasonal challah bread which came with 3 dipping sauces and our favorite was the Chermoula, which is a African inspired pesto of some sort which we just kept ordering more of. Literally like 3 and 4 more. THE CHALLAH IS SEASONAL, SO ORDER IT THIS TIME AND NOT NEXT TIME, BECAUSE YOU WILL MISS OUT AND IT'LL BE REGRETTABLE! Then we ordered the bagel lox and cream cheese soup.. it was divine. I had the shawarma Katan which was so perfectly seasoned and lastly my friend ordered the Brussels sprouts that were roasted on the stalk with pastrami and seasoned with some freaking awesome spices. So what I appreciate about this place is that the owners aren't above service and genuinely enjoy what they do. Since the place was busy, one of the owners ARI brought out our food. We didn't say "hey remember us from Soul Taco" because we're sure he meets so many ppl. But he remembered us from 2 months ago and literally stopped and talked to us, making us feel so welcome. And looked and me said "you're ordering the yassa tonight right (which is what we talked about 2 months ago). The fact that Ari took the time to greet us and speak to us about different upcoming ideas and concepts. We're like wow this is just epic customer service. One of the chefs in the back named Joe Camacho who also remembered us came out as well. Next thing we know they surprised us with these tastings (don't remember the name, I just know it was awesome & not on the menu). Customer Service at its finest! OK main courses of course I got the Yassa duck two ways, which is inspired by Senegalese yassa. And when I say the flavors were there, just YES. Just do it!! My other friend had the lamb shank tagine which was so dang good. I'd never had an acorn squash before and it was epic. The other got the shaliska gnocchi with the brisket... literally melted in your mouth goodness. I loved it here and we enjoyed our night here and will be back in 2 weeks. read more

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Food under cooked got brother the goat meat wasn't cooked all the way. It Rs been a couple of months since I've been.

Okay this restaurant has been on my list for a WHILE after seeing people rave about it in a Facebook group. I popped in for happy hour because there were several appetizers I wanted to try and they are half off from 5-7 pm Monday through Friday at the bar only! To drink I had "The Fly Away" which was pretty good. The smoke fish was amazing and had a curry type flavor I really appreciated. The pita chips were perfectly soft and crisp (yes I know this is a contradiction). I'm not a fan of scallops but my dining partner enjoyed them a lot and could not stop talking about the pesto on top and the pureed carrots beneath. She also loved her NY steak. It was a little more than medium which is what she requested BUT the flavor was so good she didn't mind. I even loved it and I'm not a red meat eater! Will be back for dinner for sure! read more

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Jewfro offers a rotating, unique menu of snacks, small plates, and mains, in the heart of Shockoe Bottom. I've been twice recently -- one time with a friend and once with a group of six -- and both were good experiences. For my first visit, we sat downstairs and both ordered the Fly Away vodka cocktail. I also had the brisket, and my friend had a celery root steak that looked incredible. I loved the brisket and will keep an eye on the menu for when it might return. More recently (two days ago), I split challah, pumpkin pirogies, and the kale and apple salad with a friend at the table. It ended up being the perfect amount of food for each of us. I personally wasn't a fan of either cocktail I ordered, but my friends got some cool looking ones that they enjoyed. One even had a big bubble form on it. I'd definitely go back sometime. read more

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First time here this week with my Dinner Club lady friends. Obviously it wasn't the best experience (see star rating) and I'll try keep it short as to the pros and cons - Pro - Our waitress Yawa was WONDERFUL! She was so patient, thoroughly explained the menu and allowed us to take our time, great personality. A real treat to share our experience with. The restaurant was basically empty so it wasn't loud (a Thursday night around 630). My friends and I were able to carry on a conversation without straining to hear each other. Mid - The food was ok. My friend and I shared the peanut soup. It was interesting to try but prob wouldn't order again due to personal preference. The table shared the hummus app. I felt it was dry and lacked in flavor for what I would expect at a nicer restaurant. For dinner I had the salmon with lubia. The bean stew (lubia) was VERY tasty. I really enjoyed the Moroccan spices. It was my fave part of the meal.The salmon was mostly good but became mushy towards the end of the cut. Not sure why as the ends are normally the crispier parts. Major Con - Our party was sat under the stairs right in front of a door. And my seat was directly in front of the door. I figured it was storage or something but no! It's the door that the staff uses to run food to the neighboring restaurant Sprezzina. The entire time I am having to scoot and lean forward so that the staff can carry a tray of food over my head. And I'm a petite person so idk how anyone could've sat there that was larger than me. I had my chair pulled up to the table to where I was touching knees with my friends. It was incredibly frustrating as it was not just a couple of times but throughout the entire meal there. My friends were annoyed on my behalf but looking around, we didnt see where else they would be able to place a larger party (5). Regardless, it is terribly, terribly poor planning to seat anyone in this area. Especially considering we had made our reservations two weeks in advance so it was not a "walk in" situation. And the restaurant was basically empty! If anything that area should be reserved for a 2-top. End rant! read more

JewFro - Door to Sprezzina where food was run from Jewfro to their diners all night - note my seat is directly in front of it - African Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Went with some friends for drinks and light bites a couple years ago, and were severely disappointed. Checking in/asking for our table was awkward and almost if they weren't prepared. It took forever to order, longer for our drinks and food to arrive, and after not checking in on us I eventually had to flag down the bartender when we wanted another round of drinks. Everything was ok, mediocre at best, but not worth a return trip for me. I also don't understand the Jewish-African fusion aspect because it seemed mainly middle eastern and North African food to me. (Perly's is the best for true Jewish deli/restaurant in Richmond!) read more

I was searching for food in the area and the name intrigued me. Friendly atmosphere delicious food great vibe. Highly recommend it.

It's a beautiful place with great service and an interesting and unique menu. The price amount of food is the problem. I went with a group of women for restaurant week. We all agreed we paid WAY too much for what we received. After we left we actually got something else to eat since we were still hungry. read more

I've been wanting to try JewFro, and restaurant week seemed like the perfect time! This is such a cute space in Shockoe Bottom. We came early, but it sure filled up quickly! We were greeted promptly by a friendly and knowledgeable server. The restaurant week menu we were given was different than the one posted on the restaurant's website and Instagram page, but I was pleasantly surprised, as the actual menu offered more choices and was better accommodating to the dietary restrictions that come with pregnancy. We started with the Fresh Baked Challah. While all the dips were tasty, the harissa butter was to die for! My husband and I shared the Shlishkas Gnocchi and Crab Cake Krinkrindand appetizers, and both were delicious! For dinner, I had the Peri Peri Grilled Chicken. I really enjoyed this dish and the Jollof cous cous it was served with. For dessert, I was initially disappointed that they weren't serving the South African Milk Tart shown on the online Restaurant Week menu--until I tried the Chocolate Cardamom Cake! The cake was unbelievably flavorful and topped with heavenly dollops of super buttery buttercream. I will undoubtedly be craving this cake! We loved our dining experience at JewFro, and thoroughly enjoyed the unique concept and menu. We will definitely be back to try more from JewFro (and for more Chocolate Cardamom Cake)! read more

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Food: All of it was killer. The lamb was excellent and cooked perfectly. The chocolate cardamom cake was better than I expected. It was so good I asked after dinner if it's a regular item. Service: Generally pretty quick and attentive. There was a bit of a wait in between a couple of our courses, but they were quite busy very early due to restaurant week. Our server was quick with an opinion when asked about dishes, something I always appreciate. Ambiance: Cute little restaurant with a nice aesthetic; I think the corner we were in under one of the speakers was a little louder than I prefer. The bathroom situation needs a little work. There's a paper towel tray with a roll of paper towels resting on top and a trash can the size you typically expect to be reserved for sanitary items. Overall a very pleasant experience and great food. We will definitely be back. read more

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I've always passed this place during my nightly escapades, but never thought to go in because I was unsure if this was my style of food. Well, my friend and I decided to give them a try after over-indulging in wine we needed some food and we were not disappointed. We started with the challah bread and dips. The bread was crusty on the outside and moist on the inside. We split a bottle of Rose' as if we needed more wine. LOL. Then we tried the braised short rib. OMG! The short rib was cooked to perfection. The meat was so tender it was falling off the bone. The overall ambience of the restaurant was very welcoming and modern. The bartenders were very knowledgeable and personable. I truly enjoyed my time at Jewfro and can't wait to try a few of their other dishes. read more

My boyfriend and I went on a weekend away to Richmond and this was our first stop. I'd been before but I knew he'd love it. We sat at the bar as most tables were full. We ordered chicken livers, schnitzel skewers, beef tenderloin and fried rice. Each bite was bursting with unique flavor. Each component was so well thought out and intentional. read more

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I'd been dying to get to this place as I'd heard so much about it, and it did not disappoint! If you're tired of eating variations of the same, this place is a definite ℙ . The flavors are original, the presentation is on point, and all the staff were so knowledgeable and passionate about what they're doing. I absolutely love what they've done with the old Julep's spot. Inside, it feels like a , upscale version of a friend's dinner party- with a flair. Not a fluorescent bulb in sight, the restaurant has an intimate feel without the cramped elbow-to-elbow phenomena you sometimes experience in downtown spaces. The exposed wooden warehouse-esque beams are , but the often sweet but also savory old world flavors wafting out of the kitchen will transport you right out of the city. We started with the challah bread which was like a warm hug to the stomach (in the best way possible)- do not miss it. The accompanying sauces (Herb butter, ras el hanout orange marmalade, chermoula) were spectacular. Since we had never been, we also splurged and split an order of the Ṗuṁṗkiṅ ṗiėṙȯġiėṡ and ḣuṁṁuṡ ẇiṫḣ lȧṁḃ. The pierogies were amazing and buttery, while the hummus delivered a delightful crunch from the crispy chickpeas. We ended with an order of S H L I S H K A' S G N O C C H I . Pro tip: add the brisket! The breaded potato gnocchi was the perfect consistency, and was accompanied by mushroom and rested in berbere cream sauce (yes, it's as good as it sounds). My one warning about this place- ! Very generous, filling dishes that would be the perfect date night for a crisp fall evening We can't wait to go back to try for lunch. read more

I was pleasantly surprised by JewFro! For my birthday dinner, my friends and I ordered the Smorgasbord ($100). The waiter said that the Smorgasbord is for three people. I really liked how the Smorgasbord had a little bit of everything (challah bread with dip, tenderloin, vegetables, grilled chicken, etc). The flavors were delicious, and the sides were not all the same (there was a beautiful combo of flavors). I really liked the chicken and tenderloin and corn side dish. I will definitely come again! read more

JewFro - Smorgasbord - African Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

My husband and I had dinner here on our last date night and oh my gosh was that a good idea! The cocktails were very fun and a little theatrical. Mine came with a purple syrup that was added at the table along with edible flowers, we saw another server bring out a cocktail smoker for another drink - so very fun! The wine and beer menu was pretty decent as well. We started off with the challah bread and dips which were delicious! I can't remember what the dips were exactly but I know one of them was a ham style, a butter style and a pesto style sauce and they were all tasty! For dinner my husband got lamb shanks made in a tajin which he was obsessed with. I had the peri peri chicken (was a little dry), it came with a coconut sauce and jollof Israeli couscous which was my highlight of the meal - everything was Delicious though! The service was nice and the owner was checking on tables and helping in the back and very clearly proud and passionate about his place which was amazing to see! Highly recommend! read more

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First time visiting Richmond, I am glad I found this little gem. It's amazing! The lamb chops were exceptional--perfectly cooked to a tender, juicy finish with a flavorful seasoning that had just the right balance of spice and richness. The raspberry crème brûlée was the perfect sweet ending--silky smooth with a crisp, caramelized top and a bright burst of tart raspberry that kept it from being overly sweet. I wish I can try more dishes. The staffs were very warm, personal, knowledgeable, and attentive without being intrusive. The overall hospitality made the dining experience even more enjoyable. The atmosphere at JewFro was unique and inviting, with a cozy yet stylish decor that blended cultural influences beautifully. Highly recommended! read more

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I don't even know where to begin. The quality of my meal at JewFro has rendered me speechless! Here goes nothin'... We had a reservation but arrived early and were seated immediately. Having already studied the menu and other Yelp reviews, I was stressing out a little over blindly ordering the dish I hoped I'd love the most. After getting our lamb belly appetizer, full of flavors I'd never experienced, I realized that every dish here is probably the best choice. They can do no wrong. Best steak I've ever had, and I've had my share of good steak. Situated on a bowl of mashed potatoes and topped with, also, the best kale I've ever had. You see the trend here. The food is perfectly spiced and seasoned. I got a lot of heat without my mouth being on fire. I appreciate the inclusion of "zero proof" drinks on the menu. I tried the play on the Shirley Temple, bright and delicious. The star of the show was that steak though. Medium rare all the way, and with a really tasty char. Every mouthful of food at JewFro was exquisite. read more

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This place is in the same restaurant as Belle & James. I got confused when I looked it up but was able to locate it. They also do have signs so you won't miss! My friend and I decided to try this place out for brunch because she sent me their Instagram pics and was sold! I don't know what it's like parking in the city during the weekdays (the signs can be def intimidating) so we went on Sunday for brunch. I looked up their website and saw that you can make reservations, which I highly recommend to making sure you get a seats. Plenty of parking around 11:30ish on a weekend. Found the spot with no prob. Went in and was greeted and seated fairly quickly. While waiting for my friend, our server was super friendly and make sure I was taken care of. I was so happy when I saw their mock tails haha. I ended up getting their Peace, Love, and Pomegranate drink while waiting and deciding on which entree to order. Once arrived we were quick to decide what we each wanted to order. I decided on their Schnitzel and Waffle and my friend got their Stuffed Challah French Toast. Their music and atmosphere was so spot on. We may have joined in when Grease songs were playing in the background. The food came out pretty quickly! What's really hilarious is that I thought I'd have leftovers because of how large the servings looked....but we were both wrong. Haha. We ate 98-100% of everything on our plate. I didn't leave any leftovers for the hubby. Haha. The Schnitzel and Waffle was a safe classic for me because I can't eat anything too fun (or uncooked) cause of my pregnancy. My friends dish looked amazing and she said it was pretty delish. My dish was also served with tzimme hash (which is a Jewish root vegetable blend with currants and chickpeas). Yum!!!! I read somewhere that this place is only a pop up for 2 months? I hope that's not the case. Def a spot to try!!! read more

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We were greeted very nicely and seated at the window table I asked for. We ordered the Ras El Hanout Knish as an appetizer. $10. One pastrami sandwich $15 and one shawarma $16. Sides ordered were Israeli salad and Kelewele plantains. We came for lunch at 11:30am. Everything was delicious. We also got the knish. Very good. But came at end. Took longer than expected. Would recommend this place. But there are flys. Need to do something about. Otherwise great restaurant. read more

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Took too long to try this place but had been hearing it was good for a while. I thought the cultural combination of foods sounded interesting, but not appetizing. Boy, was I wrong. The service, to start, was exceptional. Hats off to the waiter, the chef, and the owner because everyone was phenomenal and executed their roles perfectly. My wife and I tried the challah, which was tasty but a lot of food for only two of us who also elected to order separate entrees. I ordered the peri peri chicken and it was cooked perfectly. The dish was flavorful and the chicken was not dry at all (which I find often at restaurants attempting to cook large pieces of chicken in an entree). My wife had a special, of which the name escapes me. It was a seafood type stew (lobster and crawfish) and seafood broth with grilled breads to dip. When I say the broth was tasty, shewwwwwww. We knew the chefs were special when discovered the broth packed soooo much flavor and was not just a tasteless, watery bath soaking the crawfish. The cocktails were also thoughtful and tasty. Enough booze, not too sweet, the flavors were balanced. All in all we know we are touch critics at restaurants and left very impressed. We will be back soon and often! read more

JewFro - Lobster and crawfish seafood stew special (can't remember the name) - African Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

We started with the croquettes, which were fried to perfection. The potatoes were seasoned well and the sauce paired well with them. I ordered the Au Jew, which came with onions, peppers, grilled chicken, and lots of melted cheese. When I was about halfway through the sandwich, I bit into what seemed like a couple of small bones or pieces of a toothpick. Otherwise, my meal was perfect. I ordered the plantains for my side and they were sweet, but the glaze gave it a hint of spice. My date tried their [reuben] with fries. The sandwich was stacked with all the good stuff (meat and cheese lol). I also tried one of their cocktails (cannot remember the name and it's not on their main menu, sorry! but it was a specialty margarita I believe). When the drink came to our table, our server poured another spirit into it, which gave it a purple hue. It was sweet, but I could also taste the alcohol and other spirits. We were not just impressed but truly blown away with the service, ambiance, decor, presentation, and quality. The head chef/owner even came out to say hi and check on us, which was really sweet. They go above & beyond here and it shows! 10/10 would recommend it. read more

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We ate here on a Saturday night with seven people with high expectations and we were not disappointed! The service was stellar and the restaurant was warm and inviting. The hummus with brisket starter was unbelievable. Highly recommend. The smoked whitefish dip was also amazing. They even served carrots stick for the gluten-free eaters. The halibut over spaghetti squash was flavorful and cooked perfectly and the duck breast was mouthwatering. We had many different cocktails and each one was delicious. If I had to make any complaints it would be that the Peri Peri chicken was slightly dry and the scallops were just a tad too salty. Don't let that stop you from going! The appetizers and cocktails stole the show but the entrées were also delicious & unique. Oh and definitely try the Potatas Bravas! read more

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There is no other way to describe our first time in this restaurant than an amazing experience! I went with my family for lunch on a Saturday. I chose the pastrami sandwich with Kelewele plantain as a side and had Oshun's Potion for my cocktail. The presentation was mouthwatering! The pastrami was tender, flavorful, just perfect! I learned from the owner, Trey Owens, whom we had the pleasure of dining with, that the pastrami and corned beef are made on site and take days to perfect! The proof was absolutely evident in every delicious bite! Oshun's Potion was an amazing cocktail that embodied the essence of the Goddess herself! The flavor was a beautiful symphony to my tastebuds, melded together in such a way that I was reminded of refreshing Sorrel. I highly recommend this restaurant and look forward to my next experience of this beautiful fusion of culinary art. read more

JewFro - Pastrami Sandwich with Kelewele plantains and Oshun's Potion - African Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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A wonderful welcome from Ari and all "welcome friends" and we certainly felt welcome from start to finish. Ordered a shirley temple, spicy mango soda and cardamom ginger for a zero spirit night and they were all heavenly. Arin tells us EVERYTHING is made fresh in house!!! And I'm in love with Jewfro. Grilled veggie skewers, grilled watermelon salad, lamb bells, and Moroccan carrot salad, I couldn't pick my favorite!!! Here's the smorgasbord ANNNNND WE'RE DONE, delicious!!!!!!! Ok, maybe just the strawberry shortcake??? The table decides on all 3 desserts, and they were all just as great! Love love love JEWFRO!!! Go there, you wont regret it!! read more

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Unfortunately this wasn't a good experience. There was one waiter working all of the tables and hosting on a busy Friday night. For a very expensive dinner, the service was quite slow. It took over 45 minutes just to get our drinks. In regards to the food: The fois gras was bland, crab mac n cheese was overcooked with a surprising amount of shell mixed into the meat, and the scallops were undercooked with no flavor. The "pie" had nothing special to it and tasted stale. For small portions, an underwhelming atmosphere, and high prices per head, this was not a restaurant I would recommend or return to. read more

I am so very in love with this restaurant. From the time we walked in until the time we left, the service was phenomenal. The FOOD though, holy hell was it exactly what I needed. We started with the Challah bread and 3 dips. I could have eaten the entire basket of Injera chips that came with the dips all by myself. The chips are salty, a little bit crunchy and soft at the same time. For the main course we did Shlishkas Gnocchi with brisket and Zigni Brisket. Holy hell were these both amazing. The brisket was extremely moist and the polenta and gnocchi were perfect compliments. This is the type of place that I will be a regular at. Feel good hearty food for when you need some comfort or the perfect food on a cold day. Can't wait to go back. Do not sleep on the bar options either. Oshuns potion with a smoke bubble was a hit. Not too sweet and fun to watch the smoke bubble hit the glass for some drama. read more

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Amazing and unique spot! The menu is very unique, but everyone was delicious! Our group of 4 got the smorgasbord and everything was outstanding. It's a great way to sample the various things on the menu. The cocktails were all very good and the service was stellar. It's located in one of the oldest commercial buildings in the city. A great spot for something different. read more

JewFro - Great cocktails! - African Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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We had lunch at 11am, right after they opened, and everything was a little slow to arrive... However, once it did, everything killed: - I got a house-smoked pastrami reuben with zulu slaw - wife got a grilled chicken salad she loved - one kid got a steak sandwich, other got a schnitzel, they both loved them read more

JewFro - Reuben with Zulu slaw - African Near Me - Richmond, Virginia