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    Leek & Thistle

    4.9 (28 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Wine flights!
    Quantina T.

    A very quaint and cozy wine bar in the heart of shockoe bottom! Leek & Thistle has an amazing wine selection and some of the cheapest wine flights in RVA! The owners are very pleasant and knowledgeable! Whether you are a novice or experienced wine connoisseur Leek & Thistle is a great pop-in spot! They offer a few light snacks that pair well with their wines.

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    Daniel F.

    This place is the perfect hang out and take out spot. This place focuses on wine, beer, restaurant quality take home food. My wife and I did a wine flight. We picked two whites at random and let the bartender pick two reds. The flights were great. We did not try the take home food but it all looked fantastic In short, this place is great local spot to enjoy a good drink. The bartender is friendly and knowledgeable. They also focus on the quality of the wines they buy from different regions of the world We will definitely visit again.

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    Jennifer K.

    I was impressed with how many gluten-free options they had in their frozen cases! Everything was well labeled with the ingredients and food allergens. I highly recommend this place for all, but especially those who have food restrictions! Also, I did not really look through it, but it appears to have an amazing selection of wine as well!

    Meat and cheese plate.

    Very place. Good customer service! Small but good quality menu ...... I would recommend for a nice quite personal wine experience.

    Just a fantastic Caesar salad with homemade croutons.
    David J.

    If you ever were fortunate enough to visit the Truly Scrumptious stand, by the brilliant Mela Jones, at any of the RVA area farmer's markets over the last several years, and enjoyed her delicious soups, salads, and prepared meals/dishes, have I got news for you! Leek & Thistle, at 2112 E. Main St, https://www.leekthistle.com/ . The locally sourced, wholesome, thoughtful, and creative menu is delicious and perfect for same day heat and serve, as well as take away meals to fill your fridge or freezer. I love that they also have a wide selection of vegan & vegetarian options for 2 of our family members. In addition, their market also features wine and provisions from some great producers and purveyors. You will not go wrong with the quality and value of any bottles of wine you carry out to pair with the great meal thanks to their expertise and value selections at all price levels. Not a bad bottle to be had. Today we tried their amazing Normandy Chicken Salad Croissant, Caesar salads, both regular & an insanely great, plant based Caesar with cashew "Parmesan," & Quinoa salad with cashews. All were truly scrumptious. Try these folks!

    Chicken salad on crossiant and sopressata mozzarella

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    Frederick, we are in awe of your review, thanks so much!

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    Thank you Joy, we appreciate your support!

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    10 months ago

    Although I thought this was a restaurant to eat in and had to find a different eatery for lunch, I took home the most delicious posole.

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    We look forward to seeing you soon, Lauren - thanks for the review.

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    Thank you Eric!

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    Thanks Rebecca, glad you enjoyed our shop!

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    Thanks, Olivia - what a nice review, we're honored.

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    Thanks Beryl, we appreciate you review and hope to see you soon.

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    Thank you Mark, we couldn't be more pleased with your review!

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    3 years ago

    A great place to stop by for a lunch and glass of wine. Excellent selection of wines and experienced staff.

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    we're pleased that you visited, Laura, thanks for the review!

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    Hi Emma Jane - thank you for the review, it's very much appreciated.

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    Thanks, Bridgett, for stopping by our shop,; we hope to see you again.

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