First visit to this restaurant. I've driven past it a lot and decided to try it. I tried the brisket, burnt and baked beans and the jalapeño slaw. The flavor of the brisket was excellent! As good as anybody in Richmond for sure. However, the Cut wasn't quite right. Not really cut across the grain so it ended up being a little stringy. But very moist and tasty. The jalapeño slaw was an A+. Loved it. The burnt end baked beans were probably a B-. They were solid, but with burnt ends being in the name, I was kind of looking for some actual bits of burnt ends. The staff were very friendly, the portions were nice sized, and the food came out really fast! I'll definitely try it again! read more

Alright y'all. In summary in case you just want me to get straight to the point, oak and apple is absolutely fantastic. From the ambiance to the food, 100% spot on. I arrived around 12pm on a Monday. I was immediately greeted by the bartender who sat me at the bar outside (my request). I asked for a surprise me drink and they asked a few questions and when I received the drink, It was absolutely spot on to what I normally enjoy. For food I ordered the brisket with a side of Mac n cheese and Oh My Goodness this hit so hard. The brisket was easy to cut into, so much flavor without the sauce, but I'm a sauce girly so I got their "smokin hot" and "apple bbq" and wow, the smokin hot sauce had a lot of flavor and a nice spice to It! The Mac n cheese was cheesy with a soft texture where most places are normally rough at least in my experience! Now on to the service. Carey and Berit are by far the best bartenders in Richmond. They are so caring, respectful, patient, and will keep you company if you're sitting alone . They went above and beyond and exceeded my expectations. They are a total vibe. read more

Oak & Apple - Brisket with Mac 'n Cheese - Cideries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I was visiting from Washington DC and went to Oak & Apple three days in a row. The staff were really welcoming, especially Barrit and Marcus. The regulars who I met were awesome and friendly: RJ, Abby, and Rufus. I also enjoyed meeting the cute little dog named Lucky. I stopped in before taking my train back to DC and had some happy hour wings that were fantastic. I will definitely come back. read more

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We had been playing in the city all day and snacking around so by the time we were ready for dinner, most places had closed their kitchen. This spot was one of the few still serving past nine so we gave it a try. There was no one in here which was wild for a Saturday night. Their beer menu was awesome, I wanted to try a ton of options. They also had some great seasonal options. The bartender? I'm not sure if he was the owner or what but he chatted with us for a while and we really enjoyed the company/learning about the area. The food was fantastic. Great sauces, great meats. I'm still dreaming of the Mac n cheese. I still don't understand the mixed reviews and the fact it wasn't more busy, this spot is a gem. read more

The outdoor seating is so pretty!!! They have a gorgeous mural outside and the atmosphere is very nice. I didn't go inside so I have no idea what that is like but I bet it's just as pretty!! The waitress was super friendly and gave great recommendation. One of my friends I was with doesn't eat meat but they had a really cool jackfruit bbq and she let me try it and it was wild how much like normal bbq it tasted like! read more

It looks kinda like a bar, may even look like a dark weird spot depending on from which side you came in. But don't judge too fast, the place is awesome and brisket is divine! They have a patio with full service and indoor seating with great AC for a hot day. 1. Service is amazing, swift, knowledgeable and professional! 2. Food: great! - wasn't a fan of the apple slaw, but it was okay. - Baked potato is just okay, order with all the bells & whistles. - brisket is amazing! 3. Drinks are good, cider options are great compared to other joints. I personally highly recommend this place. read more

Oak & Apple - Oak and Apple Richmond VA: Va Angus Beef Brisket Plate - Cideries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

The food and drinks were excellent. I got a creamsicle shake and a delicious burger. We sat outside on the patio near the fence to enjoy the beautiful August weather. Unfortunately, another "patron" kept urinating in the parking lot behind us, which is not the ambiance we generally prefer. We spoke to the staff about it, and they seemed visibly upset and apologized profusely. Had that not occurred, I would definitely rate Oak and Apple five stars. I realize our incident was most likely a one-off and not their fault, but an experience is an experience. read more

Awesomeness totally ..!!! People have good service grapefruit a great Keylime pie I give this whole menu 100% thank you for your time and availability and your service read more

Oak & Apple - Cideries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I found this gem after a meeting at the capital. Barbecue is made with love!! Brisket, pulled pork and burgers are delicious! Portions are above average and service is exceptionally fast. I also enjoyed a cocktail while waiting for my takeout order and it was delicious. The ambiance is upbeat and cozy. While many restaurants have closed this is definitely a nice add to the Shockoe Bottom neighborhood! We will be back! read more

I've ordered the butter burger on door dash several times but this was my first time dining in! It's a very casual establishment, a few tables, and some bar space. I had the potato skins as an appetizer, which were very yummy and with only 6 pieces it definitely left me wanting more. The burger was good per usual. Biggest issue was there were multiple flies in the restaurant. read more

Oak & Apple - Butter Burger - Cideries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I don't know if I'm officially a brisket connoisseur or just somebody who knows good food when I taste it, but I need somebody to confirm this for me. Does Oak & Apple have the best brisket around or is it just me? I lived in Richmond for years, but I've been gone for over a decade now. Every time I come back, I'm reminded that Richmond's food scene is the best on the East Coast that I know of. Oak & Apple is one of those spots that makes the case. This trip, I brought my son with me after we wrapped up a college visit. Education was the first stop, but brisket was the priority. We sat down and got a new waiter. Nice guy, definitely tried his best, but the service was a little spotty. They didn't check on us much, but honestly, I didn't care. I wasn't there for the customer service. I was there for that brisket. Turns out it was happy hour. Our waiter didn't mention it, but luckily the folks sitting next to us did. So we ordered the chicken sliders that come with slaw and fries. One word, flavorful. You could taste the smoke in the chicken, and the sauces stole the show. The apple BBQ and hoisin BBQ sauces are top tier. I would buy them by the jar if they sold them. But the real reason I was there was the brisket. As soon as it hit the table, I went straight for the burnt ends. So much flavor, so much smoke. You don't even need sauce. That brisket speaks for itself. For my personal cheat code, I usually cut the brisket in half, throw it on their brioche bun, and hit it with a little sauce. It never misses. But even without the sauce or bun, it's perfect. I will come back to Richmond just for this brisket. It is that good. If somebody knows a place that serves a better brisket, feel free to put me on. But I'm telling you now, I don't think it exists. read more

Oak & Apple - Chicken Slider - Cideries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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This was easily the worst barbecue I've ever had, so bad that I couldn't even wait to write this review. We ordered four meats, four sides, and upgraded to cornbread. The meats were wings, brisket, spare ribs, and pulled pork. Every single one was extremely dry, like beef jerky. We kept trying the next meat hoping something would be better, but nothing was. The spare ribs were boneless yet so hard it felt like I was chewing bone instead of meat. The chicken wings were even worse. There were so many feathers left in them that when I tried to pull one out, half the drumstick came with it because the meat was that tough. The cornbread was an absolute brick. It was so hard I couldn't even poke through it. When I showed our server while literally trying to press into it, he acknowledged it and said he would bring us dinner rolls instead. We never received them, even after the meal was finished. When I asked for the cornbread to be removed from the bill, I was asked whether we had eaten it. We took one bite and couldn't eat any more. The server even admitted it may have been sitting under a heat lamp too long. Overall, the food was terrible and the service was disappointing. Aside from a brief apology, nothing was done to address the issues we raised, including forgotten items. We were told, "next time will be better," but there will not be a next time. Definitely not coming back. read more

Didn't know what to expect with this place, as we truthfully ended up here by accident after our initial dinner plans fell through. But by the end of the night, we were happy we gave it a shot. Fantastic service first and foremost - our server went above and beyond, literally tracking down every single sauce for us and allowing us to taste test them all since we were so indecisive. Also just super friendly with some solid menu recommendations! Top two sauces by the way? Big Daddy's Vinegar and Apple BBQ. The Pile High Sandwich? To die for. Dense with flavor and texture of different meats and good with literally any of the sauces. The sausage sandwich was alright - not my favorite, but a nice change of pace from your usual brisket, pulled pork variations at a BBQ ppitstop. Diverse beer selection and a quirky vibe that kept us smiling and laughing throughout. read more

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I was craving poutine and after searching this in Uber Eats, Oak and Apple popped up. I ordered their Southern Poutine which is advertised as steak fries topped with white pepper gravy, grilled onions, and fried cheese curds. It sounded amazing and I was super looking forward to it. Once the it arrived, I noticed that it was really lacking the white pepper gravy. This was the driest poutine I've ever had - I basically paid $13 for a plate of food that I had to add ketchup to in order to make up for the missing gravy. read more

Oak & Apple - Southern Poutine with a splash of gravy - Cideries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I just stopped in for a drink on a weekend evening, not realizing they called last call around 10:30. It was fine, though, as they let us sit for a while on their lovely patio. I can't speak to the food, but the drinks were good. They had a nice beer and cider selection. I did a cocktail called something like "Southern charm," that was made with peach brandy, whiskey, and iced tea. It sounded on the surface like it would be really sweet, but the iced tea rounded it out nicely and made it really really sippable. I would go back just to have another one of those, especially on a warm afternoon. I would go back to check out the food, too, especially since they have a jackfruit BBQ option! read more

Celiac- Gluten-free Review I was hype to try Oak & Apple because they have wings, howeverrrr they do not have a dedicated fryer- the wings are smoked and then typically deep fried. I was told that they could grill them for me. I was set to order 10 wings, but was wary of how the texture would be if they were grilled so scaled down to 5. The texture of the skin on the outside was rubbery as I anticipated, but, if this makes sense, I could tell that if they had been fried they would have been A1. The overall flavor and the texture beyond the skin was so good. Wouldn't order them again, but if you can have the wings fried, I say that's a solid choice. Thanks for accommodating me anyhow, I do appreciate the effort. I also got a side of the tea braised collards, which surprised me. Have never had collards prepared that way and I did enjoy the flavor. They were also very clean, and if you've ever had collards that haven't been washed properly, you know how off-putting it is to catch stray pieces of dirt in your teeth. What really fell flat for me were the BBQ nachos. Queso, pulled pork, burnt end beans...couldn't tell where one flavor started and the next one ended. Overall very bland, which was disappointing because it just felt so uninspired. Was expecting more smoke, especially from the burnt end baked beans. And if I'm not getting excited about flavor from your pulled pork or burnt end beans, I'm going to assume that it's going to be the same for the brisket, chicken, and ribs. What stands out for me here- if you're into cider, they've got really good choices on tap, and rotate about ten different types. That's unheard of just about anywhere. I also experienced nothing short of top-tier service, and the people who work the bar are friendly and personable. It's really easy to chat with other patrons seated at the bar as well, I felt like a regular and could have sat there for hours. Even the regulars coming in to grab to-go orders struck up conversations while they were waiting. It feels like a third place with its chill atmosphere and easy vibes. Even with the food not being my favorite, I could easily see myself sliding into a spot at the bar regularly just to hang out and have a few drinks. Also do appreciate the inclusion of gluten-free/gluten-free options, even if I'm not a huge fan. So this is a solid 3.5 stars for me- rounded down since Yelp won't let us do half stars. read more

First off, let me say the staff is 100% on point very attentive food is superb. They have a awesome cocktail and beer list and the outside seating. The best in the city of Richmond will be back. There's no way you can go there and not eat the chili. You've got to try go there you will go back. read more

Great spot! My friend doesn't eat meat so she had the jackfruit option and said it was fantastic. I had the Country Fried Brisket Sandwich, it was devoured in moments. I had the Apple Old Fashioned which was made with the cider. It was okay. My friend got the Brightside Mojito, now that was delicious! Staff were friendly. We sat outside cause we had a dog with us. It was really cute out there. read more

Had an amazing dinner on Monday, April 13. Our waiter was William and he was knowledgeable about the menu. He provided great customer service and was overall a delight. Food was great. Will definitely go back again! read more

Decided to pop in here and I don't regret it at all. Everything was phenomenal and the service was great. The environment was clean and the music was a vibe. The food was extremely flavorful and probably the best Mac N Cheese Ive ever had. Will definitely be returning! read more

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Went there with our new puppy. Good bbq and outdoor dining. Ribs & brisket perfectly cooked and the cornbread was outstanding. Slaw portion a bit small. Would reco if you are in the Richmond area. read more

Oak & Apple - 2 proteins, 2 sides and an order of corn bread - Cideries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

We have ordered delivery through DoorDash and few times and have not been disappointed. We got the burger, baked beans and a side of greens each time. Will have to try more menu items in the future read more

Unfortunately this was not a good bbq experience. The jalapeño Mac n cheese was a separate three component dish. The cheese not even melted and chunks of peppers and bland noodles. It had a pickle taste and just inedible. Same for the brisket sandwich. Super dry like kindling in some areas and overly salty. Looks like last trimmings of the evening. May have been best to say sold out to not order. read more

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Crooked service, charging you extra fee's for to-go orders and not telling you nor providing an itemized receipt. I don't appreciate this type of business nor should you. Plenty of other good places in the area to eat. read more

We really enjoyed Oak & Apple and will definitely go back. Cozy atmosphere with a lot of character. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Wings were some of the best I've ever eaten. Nice little happy hour to stop by and enjoy a drink or 2. Outdoor seating is great on a pleasant day. read more

Oak & Apple - Naked wings. Used Apple BBQ sauce and some ranch as dipping sauces. - Cideries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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This place is a jewel. In Richmond for 5 days for a commercial shoot and I ate here twice. The second time was to celebrate a really excellent wrap to the shoot. Fabulous staff, great atmosphere and really good food. The baked beans are crazy good , to be honest everything I ate here I was really happy with. If you are looking for a nice local spot with really good vibes- come to here! read more

Cute and cozy restaurant nestled in Shockoe Bottom. If you enjoy eating outdoors and people watching this is the perfect place to do it! They have a full patio and outdoor bar. Unlike many restaurants on Main Street, they also have a side lot if you can't find street parking. I ordered the Butter Burger and it was delicious. The perfect balance of meat, cheese, bacon, and egg on a brioche bun. Instead of fried I ordered the braised collard greens which were also very tender and cooked to perfection. They had the perfect blend of flavor and weren't bland at all. I also tried the corn fritters and pimento and they were delicious. Resembled and tasted like hush puppies. The service was decent. The server was attentive and met our needs. I will definitely be back to try the bbq. read more

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Oak and apple has the potential to be so good, but it's very average. The meat is insanely dry, and sauce is extra. The mac n cheese has tasted completely different every time I have been here, and it seems to be getting worse and worse. Same goes for the baked beans. The dinner rolls are very good but the ones I got today were burnt :( They have great service and cute outdoor patio seating but for the price of the food it's just not worth it. read more

We thoroughly enjoyed our lunch at Oak & Apple. We started with the corn fritters which arrived piping hot with a delicious array of condiments: sambas jelly, pimento cheese, ranch. I ordered the lettuce pork rolls topped with hoisin bbq sauce, sambal jelly, peanuts, shredded carrots, cilantro, and jalapenos. The pork was smoked to perfection. I also enjoyed a Big Fish Cider (Monterey, VA) Blackberry Cider on draft. My companion enjoyed the pulled pork sandwich with a link of chorizo. Oak and Apple gets an extra star for being a good community partner. We discovered oak snd Apple because they had donated a gift certificate to a local public school's art auction snd we had the lucky bid. read more

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Absolutely amazing food EVERY time! I've come here multiple times now, and I switch up my order every time, and it's amazing every time. This is near the top on my list for best RVA spots for anyone who appreciates good BBQ. Also, do youryourself a favor and get the mac & cheese read more

Oak & Apple - Brisket, Ribs, Fries, & Mac n' Cheese - Cideries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

We stumbled across this restaurant while visiting Richmond and were pleasantly surprised! We got the "pick three" combo and everything was delicious plus we have enough for at least one, maybe two meals because the portions were generous. Our favorite Ms were the burnt end baked beans and baby back ribs but the brisket gives Texas a run for their money and the other sides were great too. We'll definitely be coming back the next time we come to Richmond! read more

I absolutely love this place! I get it delivered all the time, but their restaurant is really cute too. The staff is always super friendly and in the event where there's been issues with my order, they have always been super quick to make it right. Their pulled pork and pulled chicken plates are my favorite and their jalapeño Mac and cheese is soooo good! I really enjoy all of their homemade sauces too. This place will always be a staple of mine! read more

A Shockoe Bottom staple, Oak & Apple should be your go to destination in Richmond for anything barbecued or brisket. The owner works here everyday alongside the staff, just awesome to see something like that, he knows about all the ciders and craft beers on tap, and so do the staff. Happy hour, everyday, from 3 to 6. In the summer, pure bliss, sitting outside and enjoying the rays while having a cider, is awesome. Stop by! If you're in downtown Richmond, Oak & Apple should be on your list of places to eat. read more

This was my first experience here, but I was always a huge fan of some of their previous restaurant ventures that are no longer around, so the bar was set kinda high--and it did lot disappoint! Everything was delicious! As a vegetarian, I appreciate their making it possible for us to enjoy bbq too! The jackfruit looked like BBQ, but was not meaty tasting (which is how I like things) it was perfectly cooked and not at all too chewy. I got the smokin' hot and the apple bbq sauces, I mixed them into my sliders and they went well together. The Jalapeño Mac--oh my! It was delicious. I have a few top fave spots for my Mac & Cheese cravings in RVA, and they just joined the list. I got a fall themed drink, Caramel Apple Martini. It was sweet. but not too sweet, it complimented the alcohol taste well to not let one overpower the other. Pricing here is decent too, which I love. Service was excellent, server was knowledgeable of the menu and all. I also adored the patio! Note that part of it is dog friendly, but part is not--there are signs indicating where is and where is not. Looking forward to going back and trying a couple other things on the menu I was eyeing! read more

Oak & Apple - Jackfruit Sliders & Jalapeño Mac & Cheese - Cideries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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I came here for lunch with my boyfriend yesterday. We took the Pulse bus which was only a few blocks away. First of all, I love the mural and patio space at Oak & Apple. I've been wanting to try their BBQ for a minute, and was in love with what I ordered. When we got there, we were told to seat ourselves. My boyfriend ordered the BBQ Philly with a side of cheese curds. We both adored the cheese curds. However, his sandwich felt a little plain and we admitted would've tasted better with some BBQ sauce on the pulled pork. I originally ordered their taco special, but they found out it was sold out after placing the order. Instead I ordered the BBQ Bahn Mi with the brisket which was incredible. (Do note there is an upcharge on brisket and cheese curds, I didn't know this about the brisket). I got a side of the burnt end beans. The brisket was fatty and melted in my mouth. It was perfect and delicious. It also had the right amount of sauce. My first few bites were very salty, but thankfully it was just in the first few bites. The rest was delicious. The burnt end beans were also divine. I loved the bits of meat inside. I'm excited to come back and try more on their menu. read more

Oak & Apple - Philly sandwich with cheese curds side - Cideries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Delicious bbq at this cool spot. Sat outside on the patio enjoying the early fall weather. Picnic tables and metal patio furniture is set in 2 sections to the right of the building. Eclectic hip hop plays from the back. This is a dog friendly patio and there were 4 or 5 extremely well behaved pups scouring the ground looking for scraps and scouring the diners, looking for pets. Service friendly and quick. About 10 minutes from order to service Tried a brisket sandwich and some cornbread. Brisket is well prepared. Nice and smoky, crunchy bark on the outside, moist and tender inside. BBQ sauce (only one choice offered) was OK but nothing special. 2 slices of cornbread, served warm from being griddle toasted. Slightly sweet, moist - perfect with butter and a nice complement to the brisket. Cup of slaw is served on the side. Great taste, vinegary with shredded apple mixed with the cabbage. Also tried a Southern Smoked Club. A big slice of smoked turkey is topped with bacon, lettuce, tomato, pickles and slathered with pimento cheese, all piled on a toasted bun. Delicious! A little heat to the pimento cheese, turkey tender and juicy. Ordered with a side of Mac n cheese, made with rigatoni noodles. Creamy and gooey and an unusual shape. Yum! This is a cool place to relax, enjoy a few adult beverages and some really good bbq. Recommended! read more

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Five words: RED. PEPPER. DRY. RUB. WINGS. I don't eat beef or pork yet I've been to this place 4 times in the last 6 months just for chicken and sides. The tea on the collards is that there's tea in them. So good. & the fries are seasoned to perfection. Their patio is great for those who want to bring their fur babies and the inside is just the right mood for a second date. Service is pretty good, not great but not bad enough to not come back for the food. read more

Oak & Apple - Steak Fries & Smoked chicken wings - Cideries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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If you have not been please go and enjoy @oakandapplerva! As soon as I walked in the door...super friendly and genuinely sweet staff greeted us. We opted to sit on their deck as it was a nice Wednesday evening! Taylor immediately greeted us and did a quick one over of the popular items to include HH! So my cousin and I decided to try some of the HH items and we were not disappointed! HH smoked wings a $1 (minimum of 3), Taylor suggested the sweet hot chili and oh my goodness, smoked perfectly and the sauce was a sweet spice which paired well (5/5 daughter approved), they also offer two sliders (pork and/or chicken) with a sample of apple slaw and side of fries $7, I added a cup of the burnt ends baked beans $4. I got two pork sliders (I'm not a thigh meat girlie, I know...I know) but the pork (4.4/5) was smoked well and flavorful and still moist and the slider bun omg so good (5/5) topped with the apple slaw (3.8/5) and the apple BBQ sauce and Hoisin BBQ both very good (5/5). The fries were plentiful and piping hot lightly seasoned with salt and pepper (5/5), the beans were good and had ample bits of burnt ends (3/5). My only wish was for a thicker ranch (2.6/5) as it was thin but good flavor! Ohhh $3 well drinks (I opted for vodka and pineapple 4/5). I'm definitely going back to try some other suggestions of the popular items (corn fritters, butter burger, pile high, and jackfruit are on my list). And they have spots in a shared parking lot (Shockoe Bottom, Iykyk ). Just go and enjoy! read more

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Overall I just have to say this restaurant is sloppy. The meat tastes like it's rushed. I ordered the 3 meat platter which is $45 for 3 sides, 3 meats, and some corn bread. The cornbread is fine. It's served with a salted butter on the side. The brisket was not good. It's extremely fatty and chewy. I believe they are not cooking it long enough to render the fat and muscle. The pulled pork has a good Smokey flavor but is almost more like pork floss or pork jerky with how dry it is. This is sad since this is what Virginia is known for. The chicken wings however were delicious. They had an amazing texture and bite to them. The smoke really came through and I loved the Cajun dry rub they used. Even though they are served cold, they were delicious. We ordered loaded fries, but unfortunately we can't comment on the flavor since we didn't get them. The sides were actually tasty. The beans have chunks of brisket in them and are sweet. The potato salad is the way I like it with eggs and mayo. The Mac and cheese is also tasty. I just wish they'd cook the jalapeños into the cheese sauce. The lemonades are refreshing and unlimited. Final note, please double check your bill as my friend was not notified of the automatic gratuity and ended up tipping 40%. read more

Oak & Apple - 3 meat bbq platter - Cideries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I am the coast to coast seeker of quality local BBQ and found some sensational BBQ at Oak and Apple! I had the Pile High sandwich of smoked Angus brisket (that was moist), bratwurst sausage, zesty pulled pork, and apple slices, that was excellent on a quality bun but the sauces stole the show. The Apple BBQ sauce is a bit tart with green apple and was my surprise favorite but close behind was the Smoking Hot, which had some great spice combo working for it, the " Alanama White " Mayonnaise based sauce was a great blend of creamy but not too thick with some spice. Their cornbread is some of the best I've had and so delicious, pan fried in butter to a crispy outside and soft inside and served with honey butter! Danielle was a model server in all ways a server should be, attentive, friendly, knowledgeable on the offerings, responsive and being a positive attitude! The classic old building has a cool indoor with all wood bar and the upper deck outdoor seating is a great place to chill with spacious table placement and the music is not too loud for an intimate conversation. The menu is diverse and eclectic, the pace is relaxed and the location in a retro area of Richmond. read more

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