What a hidden gem in the middle of Halifax. 5 stars for ambiance and service. On a very busy night where we ordered drinks, appetizers, salads and entrees, everything was almost perfectly timed, with the entrees taking a little bit longer but this is to be understood given perfect timing of everything else and the fact that it was a busy Friday night. Some things were a little geared towards the southwest VA crowd (no offense, I was part of that crowd for 18 years of my life). For example, the pork tenderloin was lovely, but a little too smothered in sauce for my taste. To each his own though, because my brother called it "divine" and one of the top 5 meals he's had in his life. It's also the second time he's been to Molasses and he preferred to order it again. The collard greens served with it was deliciously seasoned. I recommend the Filet Mignon and I also ordered the add-on crab-cake. The fresh oysters on the shell appetizer was also pretty good. I'm not used to oysters that don't easily slide off the shell but I actually preferred the taste/texture to the Rappahanock/Chesapeake bay/pacific northwest oysters that are the only ones I'm accustomed to. The peach cobbler dessert we had was delicious and served in a creme brulee style presentation, which I thought was refined, elegant yet still rich/delicious and fit the overall theme of the restaurant rather than other peach cobblers I've had. I grew up in Danville and whenever I visit my parents, I end up staying at home for dinner because the only options are some basic chain restaurants. The 40 minute drive to Molasses was so worth it. Will definitely be back. read more

Excellent food. Hostesses and bartenders need work. Rude, ambivalent and no effort for new customers. Waitress and owner great. I just hate his greeters and bartender were like that. They get busy. Reservations are priority which wasn't on ads so we didn't know. Place is full of locals and people driving there just for the food because it is so delicious. You won't have an issue w reservation. read more

We love Molasses Grill! The food is delicious and the staff is friendly and attentive! We have also taken our children with us and my daughter loves Chef Steve's Chicken Tenders, fresh fruit, and of course, deserts! My favorite thing to get there right now is the Salmon, Sweet Potato Fries, and the Southern Baked Oysters! read more

We went this News Year's Eve and everything was excellent. The reservations, service, and food were all superb. Prix fixe menu included house favorites and additional selections. Very nice atmosphere without being rushed. Highly recommend. read more

What a great find in Halifax, VA! Wife and I decided to go on a long country drive and find something interesting and good for dinner. Thanks to Yelp we found Molasses Grill and had a great dining experience. Venue - very nice set up in old downtown Halifax. Don't let the linen tablecloths fool you as casual was the rule in this local gem. Service - quick, attentive, not bothersome, and the chef was often in the dining room chatting with customers. Food - good variety and high quality. My wife loved her filet, sides were not over the top, highlighting the main rather than distracting. For example, my twice baked potato was one of the best I've ever had. Price - great value for a nice dinner out for two Summary - we'd go back and recommend to others looking for great dining in south central VA. read more

I can't believe that in the middle of nowhere this amazing restaurant exists. We came here after having a day of wine tasting thinking that our day couldn't get any better after all of the wonderful people and delicious wine we had met but it did. I got the filet mignon which was the best that I have had in a long time. It was perfect. My friends got the special which was ribs and that was also very very good. The service was excellent and it wasn't that expensive for the quality of food. read more

Most fabulous place EVER!!! Sit at the bar Rebecca is fantastic. The food and service is always too notch. Desserts are amazing. read more

Molasses Grill - This is Rebecca. Only the best bartender EVER. Specialty drinks yummy. - American Near Me - Halifax, Virginia

A local restaurant that I don't get a chance to visit as often as I would like. Everything is always on point. The service. The food. The drinks. I encounter a lot of people from out of town and if they are going to be in the area I always recommend Molasses Grill! On a side note they have a off premise beer license which means they can sell their beers to go. On one occasion my husband wanted a specific beer to make Black and Tans for a get together. They helped us out when they weren't even opened!! read more

AWESOME Gem of place. Seems a little out of place in this small town to get food like this. Great wait staff. Cooking staff knows how to present awesome plates consistent across the board. I have had the privilege to travel a lot and eat at some great restaurants this one will be one I will recommend. read more

This place has the best food hands down! Great job team Molasses Grill. Everything I've tried is absolutely delicious. read more

Molasses Grill - Ribeye delicious!!!! Everything is amazing!! - American Near Me - Halifax, Virginia

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Friends took us to the Molasses Grill during a recent visit. As good as anything I have had anywhere in the world. I live in the San Francisco Bay Area. We are surrounded by great food. The Grill holds its own. A wonderful surprise. read more

What can I say, it continues to be the absolute best place to eat in southside VA and most of the Raleigh - Charlotte area as well!! I get to eat fantastic food all over the place, and this is by far my favorite. Steve's creativity and skill makes Molassess and all time favorite!! Love the decor, quiet historic area, food is out of this world. On occasion you will have a slow waiter or waitress... but I am never in a hurry anyway! read more

When my wife and I are in town there is no other place I'd rather eat. She swears by the calamari and I love the filet mignon with green beans and scalloped potatoes. House salad and dressing is well made and dressed and the fresh baked bread is fantastic. End it off with the homemade ice cream and we are happy as can be. Great atmosphere with impeccable service. Chef Stephen delivers many of the dishes and checks in with diners and host Karen keeps a watchful eye to make sure that all are enjoying the dining experience! read more

I've only been here once but the food was really good. We arrived at after lunch and we didnt know they were closing but they seated us and made us lunch anyway. I think that was nice! read more

My husband and I recently moved to Halifax from Chesapeake VA, where there are some really good restaurants but the Molasses Grille is one of the best restaurants i have been to. This was our second time to The Molasses Grille. Again the service was spot on, staff knowledgeable, food was phenomenal and ambiance was great. We will be returning. read more

Outstanding cocktails, very reasonable wine list, fantastic service and food. Ask for Miles as your server if he's available. He suggested a steak tartar topping for my smoked oysters that was to die for. read more

Truly one of the BEST restaurants I have ever been to. Karen & Chef are Great and the staff is wonderful!!! I absolutely love the atmosphere, people, food and drinks. I wish I could give them more than 5 stars. They are so nice & so willing to accommodate you or your food to your preference. This place is truly wonderful! read more

We had the most amazing dinner celebrating a friend's birthday. They even whipped up a special vegan dessert of coconut ice cream, honey, and various toasted seeds AT THE LAST MINUTE for our birthday friend. It was such a wonderful surprise and really made the evening even more special. Everyone at Molasses is so accommodating. Thank you Miles, Karen, Chef Steve, Rebecca, and Molasses crew, you made the night unforgettable. read more

Highly recommend the filet. Delicious! Wait staff very knowledgeable and accomodating

We've been there three times at this point, and always have had a terrific experience. Love the ambiance, and the food is terrific. My wife is a big fan of the cornbread, we love the selection of drinks, and the food is really, REALLY good. Highly recommend. read more

This is an absolutely terrific place. The food is great, the waitstaff is exceptionally attentive, the bar tender lady can make any drink you want and the owner is a very personable fellow. This is the best restaurant for miles and miles around. read more

The food is FANTASTIC!! Every plate/dish is bursting with flavor! The sweet potato encrusted salmon with balsamic grilled asparagus with savory butter sauce was as amazing as it sounds and just enough food. The house made ice cream flavors were SO interesting and SO tasty; wasabi, chocolate jack daniel's, ginger... the service couldn't have been better. The waitstaff is so helpful and nice and the chef comes out and makes rounds to see how everyone likes his food. It's family friendly and yet very upscale. Perfect place for a first date, showing guests a good time or if you just want to make your tastebuds smile. MUST call to make reservations. read more

Arrived in town late on a Saturday evening, needed food and the Molasses Grill did not disappoint. Great food and atmosphere. I highly recommend this place. read more

This is one of the best places I have every eaten anywhere. Locally owned by a great family. Everything is great. Recommend this place highly. Can't speak good enough about the service and the food. read more

My wife and I absolutely loved this place! We are traveling from Dallas, which is known for great restaurants, and this is now one of our top three!! The filet mignon was full of flavor and cooked to a perfect medium rare while the swordfish was spectacular with spices and oranges. I would definitely recommend molasses grill to anyone passing through and willing to spend some money on amazing food and atmosphere. read more

Molasses Grill - Filet Mignon - American Near Me - Halifax, Virginia

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My family's favorite! A lovely family owns and runs this spectacular restaurant. Friendly and efficient staff, wonderful menu, upscale yet unpretentious atmosphere. Delicious food and fantastic cocktails. Everything is locally sourced, and they can tell you precisely where each ingredient came from, from local farms to local distilleries to berries Chef picks himself while out kayaking on the river. Consistent quality. Nothing not to love here. My spouse and I first dined here during a house-hunting trip. I'm sure the owners think we're just being nice when we say that their restaurant was a factor in our selecting a home nearby, but we're dead serious. read more

My husband and I had dinner there tonight for our anniversary. We had reservations and were seated immediately. Our waiter, Miles, was the BEST! My husband had the chilled oysters as an appetizer and they were huge and he had nothing but good remarks about them. Miles recommended the hanger steak for my husband, it was perfectly cooked and delicious. He also recommended the perfect wine! I had the Linguini Primavera with grilled chicken and was very pleased. We ordered dessert to go (coconut run cake for me and key lime pie for my husband)..I can't imagine it will be any less scrumptious then our dinner. This was our first trip and we will definitely go again. We left a very generous tip for Miles. We will ask for him when we go again! read more

Wonderful original dishes. Great specials. Heirloom tomato appetizer is excellent. Ginger martini is my favorite drink of all time. Laid back but classy atmosphere. Love this place! read more

They really have the process worked out here. Great ambiance and excellent food. I have been eating here for ten years and I have never had a bad meal. I love the salads here--consistently fresh and perfect. I tend to get the filet or hangar steak. They occasionally have specials that are out of this world yummy. They currently have a Summer spinach salad that has peanuts, honey, and a white balsamic vinaigrette. read more

Molasses Grill - Back entrance if parking is tight up front. - American Near Me - Halifax, Virginia

This very out of the way restaurant has the one of the best ribeyes between Atlanta and Washington DC served simply--salt, pepper, and butter. Appetizers are excellent. Service is friendly. Wine selection is good and well-curated. Just don't expect that magnum of Opus One to be in the cellar. To qualify that statement I've been to most of the top steakhouses in this country (McKendricks, Bones, Chops, Gibsons, Morton's of Chicago (Gold Coast), Peter Luger's, Mastro's, SW Steakhouse, Manny's,... . It's not one of them, but if you're driving to DC, passing through to Carolina, or racing your M3 or air-cooled Porsche at VIR, it's worth a detour at literally half the price of a comparable meal in NoVa or the Dirty South. 4.5 stars but who's counting? read more

The Molasses Grill is a real family run restaurant. They do it right here. The food here is amazing and the service equally so. The steak is incredible, but you won't fail with anything you order. The bar is also top-notch. You'll have a hell of a time finding a better beer selection in 95% of the bars you'll go to in any city. If you're lucky enough to find yourself near the Molasses Grill, stop messing around. Go inside and eat. For out of towners: there is no better place to eat within 100 miles or more. Make a detour if you need to. read more

Great upscale dining that isn't too expensive. Fresh food delivered to your table in a timely manner by an attentive waitstaff. What more can you ask for? read more

Beautiful ambience, great music/atmosphere, very charming. Calamari was some of the best we've eaten. Unique use of capers, tomatoes, etc. Calamari was so tender, delicious, and uniquely prepared. For entrees, my husband had shrimp n' grits; I had the 16oz ribeye (whoa! that is a big steak). Entrees were okay. Shrimp n' grits adequate. My steak entree had great steak and green beans, however the pimento cheese baked potato was underwhelming. The potato was cold and the pimento cheese was too hot (spicy). Best part of the meal was definitely the dessert - the bread pudding was phenomenal! It is not a regular menu item, so call ahead and ask! We would definitely return if ever in the area again. read more

Great food and kind service something for every pallet from hand crafted cocktails to the edible art at every course. The selection changes with the season and chef Steve is sure to please with his choice of staff. They are well versed in their trade. If you are are looking for generous portions, fresh local ingredients, and service with a smile come on by. I have loved every experience there and highly recommend the oysters and calamari as starters. Town of Halifax also offers Pokemon stops nearby. read more

Best in town! If the menu doesnt have a vegetarian or vegan option that day, ask for it and the chef will made for you. amazing sweet potato fries, friendly staff and the price is reasonable comparing to the quality of the food. read more

I love this place! I go there with my parents almost every time I visit. I get the cornmeal crusted catfish almost every time. I can't help it because it is so delicious! The service is often on the slow side, but it is fine with me since I am never in a hurry when I am home visiting the family. read more

Molasses is such a great place. Lovely atmosphere, friendly staff, and delicious food. The sweet potatoe encrusted salmon is to die for and their homemade desserts are out of this world! Such a treasure to Halifax, VA. read more

North vs South, and North wins again! Molasses Grill in Halifax (north) vs Bistro 1888 in South Boston (south) -- Molasses Grill service rules big time. Our waiter Miles at Molasses Grill completely routed the slow (dare I say molasses-like service at Bistro 1888, where it took an hour to get a salad). He even charged our phones due to the power outage at home. He knows his wines, he knows his food incredibly well - having worked in the kitchen, and his family goes back to before our beloved country was founded! Food was great! I had filet mignon -- cooked to absolute perfection. Ice cream desert was incredible -- like frozen chocolate mousse. Molasses may not have as extensive a menu, but make up for it in superior service. read more

From the moment you enter you find a fabulous ambience. Food is diverse and delicious. They are always concerned to provide the best customer service, from the Hostess to the Chef. read more

We really enjoyed our meal here, glad we came, will definitely visit again if in the area. Thanks.