We visited Gersi tonight for dinner and were seated immediately, even though we were a few minutes…read moreearly for our reservation. We were brought focaccia bread, which was very flavorful. I ordered the basil smash off the special menu, which was so fresh and delicious. We started with the fig & prosciutto crostini from the special menu, which was so tasty. I ordered the ravioli carbonara, which was pretty good, although I thought the sauce was a little thin, and my bf got the mezzi rigatoni ragu, which he enjoyed. The star was the dessert. We got the chocolate molten lava cake with berry compote and the vanilla panna cotta. When brought to our table, our server also brought a small sauce pan of chocolate sauce to drizzle over the top of each. Both were so rich and delicious, I couldn't pick a favorite. Service was quick and very friendly and the restaurant was cozy and warm. Can't wait to return to try more of their pasta, and have the desserts again!

Was lucky enough to be seated almost immediately without a reservation on Friday night…read more Although if you prefer a more quiet vibe then aim for after 8pm. Great service and incredible food. Squash blossoms packed incredible cheesy goodness 12/10 house pasta and the flavor really speaks for itself. The price is reasonable given the high quality of the ingredients and food. You can truly taste that it's made in house. Don't skip the tiramisu. The cherry one was simply to die for.

Have heard good things about this place. So I had to check it out. And was truly blown away by this…read moresandwich from Popletti. I got the soprano on seeded roll with banana peppers and omg I was screaming sitting my car eating it bc it was SO GOOD. They have a pretty extensive menu, and I will definitely be going back to explore more of it. Additionally, they had lots of other items like packed to go meals and sauces, pastas, beverages, and other cute gifty items for pet lovers. It appears to be multiple small businesses located in this space. The staff was super welcoming and helpful. There is a small dining area inside with 4(?) seats. Looks to be a popular take out spot. You can order ahead of time, but I ordered in person. They told me it'd be 15 mins so ran to the store, came back and it was ready. The sandwich was phenomenal. Everything was fresh and flavorful. And they give you a lot, enough for 2 meals for me. Can't wait to go back!

fter hearing great things about Polpetti Italian Sandwiches from a friend, I decided to bike over…read moreand check them out. They're tucked inside the Market on Meadow store, which I thought was new, but they've actually been there for about three years. The owner recently bought the building and plans to rebrand since they're now the only vendor there. Even better, they're opening a second location at Harrison and Grace St. soon! I ordered the Soprano sub, and it was absolutely incredible. It comes loaded with hot soppressata, capicola, ham, sharp provolone, arugula, olive salad, red onion, vinaigrette, and mayo on fresh bread. I added sweet peppers and banana peppers for a little extra punch, and it was a great choice. The flavors were perfectly balanced--the salty meats paired beautifully with the tangy olive salad and sharp provolone, while the vinaigrette and mayo brought everything together. The bread was amazing--crusty on the outside, soft on the inside--and it turns out they get it from New York City! The owner is such a nice guy, and we ended up chatting for a while about his bread sourcing and plans for the business. You can tell he's passionate about what he does, and it really comes through in the food. Polpetti is a hidden gem that deserves all the praise it gets. Whether you're a sandwich aficionado or just looking for a great meal, this spot is worth the visit. I can't wait to come back and try more--and to check out their new location when it opens!

The sausage ricotta broccoleti pasta is amazing. It was packaged very conveniently with Garlic…read morebread as well. The staff was very polite, I had never been before and my order was taken over the phone with ease. The young lady on the phone was very helpful in describing several menu items. The restaurant itself is also very cozy with a variety of extra candies and wines for sale. Underrated, great prices.

Great spot for a thin personal two-to-three serving size pie. The crust is light and airy with the…read moreirresistible toasty flavor from the authentic pizza oven. Be sure to check out their specials because the soups and hoagies are nothing to sleep on. I was a patron of their Churchill spot before it closed but have noticed no major difference with this OG location. So glad they have online ordering now. Strawberry Street parking is the worst but that will never stop me.

Sun-shelter parking! How awesome is that? I'm traveling this week for the Fourth of July and…read morevisiting my hometown, and this, ahem, relatively new location, replacing the Pleasant's Hardware. As I said, they have sun sheltered parking off to the left of the main parking, a great option when it's 99 degrees outside, and a decent rain shelter too, though it would be a bit imperfect. The store is typical Whole Foods though a tad smaller than the location I'm used to, it still has great options for vegetables especially organic, and other healthy items like kombuchas and limited ingredient prepared foods and some great meat and cheese options. I asked for directions to find an item on the shopping list and had a friendly response, and our checkout person was friendly and helpful too. The market was busy and but not overcrowded and there is a lot of space around the perimeter (they say shop the perimeter for the best foods and WF seems to have given thought to giving you more room for that and a tad less for the aisles, a decent approach for my tastes. They were having an issue with their freezers on this day but had the wherewithal to direct customers to the location the frozen items had been moved to, a very customer-friendly move. The AC kept things nice and cool inside on a very hot day. And the meat department was even more chilled. From my Mother, While WF can be a bit more expensive, they offer Prime Deals often and carry a 365 prime brand that is dependably low priced and high quality. Watch for a once a year ice cream discount too!

Our plan was to use the bathroom and then eat. The restroom says you have to use a code in your…read morereceipt. Talked to the one person up there who said she couldn't give us the code. We left without eating there. That's bull.

Well below average pizza. So disappointing because it was recommended by the Marriot front desk…read more Sickly sweet sauce, cheap toppings. average crust. ordered extra cheese and there was barely any cheese. they were stingly with all the toppings. I blame the hotel as much as the pizza place. You ask hotel staff for recommendations for good local food. One good thing, it came fast.

I cannot express how much I love Assante's. I've been ordering from them for 6 years now and they…read morehave never let me down. No matter what time I call them to place an order they pick up. Even when I call the driver multiple times to ask when they're going to be here they're always nice. ON TOP OF THAT the pizza is a mazing. Assante I luv u

My husband travels to Richmond once a month for work at Sauer Brands, and across the street is,…read moreaccording to him, the best sandwich shop in town, if not the state. He tries a different one every time, and he's never been disappointed. They also have a Difference Maker special each month, where proceeds go to the Massey Alliance. Great cause, great food!

Been on my list for a while and finally stumbled inside. Was pretty busy when I went in- so there…read moredefinitely was a wait for the sandwiches. This place was pretty hyped up and I was not impressed. Their food was alright. Nothing bad per se. But could definitely be better for the price of $15 each. The 'fresh' food in the fridge and baked goods in the cabinet definitely did not look fresh by any means. There were flies on the baked goods; the veggies looked very dark in the fridge. I understand that they can be busy- but i wouldn't pay $4+ for any sort of food with bad veggies or flies on it.

This is the perfect restaurant for a date, simply lit, quiet, reservations required. We were…read moreseated on time, waters with the small bottle left on the table, we ordered she crab soup.. it was my first time having it.. it was absolutely delicious. I'm a big fan now. My entree was honey brussel sprouts, mac n cheese, blackened salmon. the salmon and brussel sprouts were very flavorful and each bite was better than the last. the mac n cheese though..! It was disappointing, tasted like noodles with cheese poured on top. it didn't match the salmon, it had no taste, needed salt & pepper or something to help it taste like something. My iced tea was really good too. so the mac was the only thing that wasn't up to par. Finally dessert was a special on the board, caramel apple bread pudding. we shared one, it was a huge shareable piece that was warm and melted in my mouth very good. I will absolutely go back here and try something new next time to see what else they have.

First, smiles all around. My wife agreed, we brunch & dine out often and the smiles and greetings…read morewere memorable enough to mention. Oh...Spotless bathrooms. Very attentive and appropriate service. The food is always excellent

It is a nice average Aldi. I even saw the Oscar Meyer Weiner car! The staff are very fast,…read moreefficient, and understanding. They have a great selection of German food. The vibe is like any other Aldi or lidl.

This is my go to Aldi in Richmond. It's nearby, always has parking available and easy to go around…read more It has the general Aldi set up, so it's not too hard to find what you're looking for. They have great products here! You can find the best priced groceries at Aldi. They also have great quality products. The best part is you can find some European goods with a great price tag and taste. The people who work here are really kind and will help you if you have any questions. Although you might not always find what you're looking for, they do have most of the essentials. I highly recommend shopping here, it's a great spot to get groceries.

We've been wanting to try Sally Bell's Kitchen for several years, but somehow every time we found…read moreourselves in Richmond, they were closed. Well, we finally got our opportunity this week! We placed our order online since we'd heard they can get pretty busy, and it was super easy. We both went with the Smithfield ham sandwich, but chose different sides and cupcakes. We got the macaroni salad and potato salad, along with a yellow cupcake with lemon frosting and a chocolate cupcake with mocha frosting. Everything was so yummy! The lemon cupcake was definitely my favorite of the two, while my husband said he could have eaten the potato salad by the pound! The restaurant itself is adorable, and you can really feel the history when you're there. They've been serving Richmond for over 100 years, and I sure hope they're around for at least another 100! So glad we finally got to check this little Richmond institution off our list!

My husband and I were visiting Richmond for the day and had heard about Sally Bell's Kitchen from a…read moretv show we watched, so we decided to give it a try. Pros: 1) you can call ahead or order online 2) Place has been a family owned Richmond staple for more than 100 yrs. 3) ample parking 4) good value boxed lunch for $12.99 5) friendly staff. 6) delicious cheese wafer and macaroni salad included in boxed lunch 7) good homemade bread for sandwiches Cons: 1) chicken salad and egg salad sandwiches and deviled eggs lacked seasoning (salt, pepper, paprika, etc), a bit lackluster in taste 2) cupcake frosting was not too sweet (a plus), but cupcake itself was a bit dry and underwhelming (this was for both the strawberry/yellow cake and chocolate/yellow cake) 3) interior of restaurant looked like the floors could use a good scrubbing and there was a faint sewage odor 4) bathroom floors were sticky We had ordered our food to go, but not sure if I'd want to eat inside from what I described above. Anyhow, I would like return to try the pimento and cheese sandwich and potato salad that people rave about.

First visit here, and the experience was good. It was recommended by my step-daughter, and we came…read moreby for an early dinner right when they opened. Parking is available on the side, or you can usually find street parking nearby. I really liked the industrial atmosphere, especially the swings, but we ended up sitting closer to the bar area. Our server was super nice, and the service was quick throughout the meal. FOOD REVIEW Sabai Platter - 3/5 Not bad for shareable during happy hour, but some of the items were just okay. Pad Thai - 4/5 The flavors and spice level were balanced really well. Pla Muk Tod (Calamari) - 4/5 Good overall, but I wasn't a big fan of the dipping sauce. Pik Gai Tod (Wings) - 4/5 Flavorful and really good. Moo Sam Chan (Fried Pork Belly) - 4/5 Tasty and flavorful, though a little over-sauced for my preference. DRINK REVIEW Thai Tea - 5/5 Refreshing and enjoyable. Thai Mojito - 5/5 Really good and refreshing as well. Overall, good food, great drinks, and friendly service.

I'll just tell you if you have a party or large group, just go ANYWHERE else but here. I should've…read moreknown better because we came here for a 8 person bday party a couple of years ago and it was horrendous. We had to chase down waiters to order anything, everything didn't come out the same time, and zero hospitality. Fast forward now to last week. A group of 9 of us come in for our wedding weekend and they thought we had 8 people not 9. They try to seat us on the swinging seats which can't even fit our 8 people. NOT ONCE did they try to help us, move us, offer to do ANYTHING. They literally stared at us not saying a word. We asked if we could have two tables, no. Have a stool to add, no. Wait for a larger table outside, no. Just absolutely the worst hospitality or lack there of I have ever had. This place has had issues with staff for years. Unfortunately it's now costing them consistent customers as we are not the only ones this has happened to. We ended up leaving and going to another Thai restaurant. If you want to be ignored and stared at with dead fish eyes this is the place for you.