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    Pupatella

    4.5 (384 reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Italian
    Open 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    PUPATELLA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Margherita pizza
    Dae E.

    This pizza was absolutely delicious! I stopped by for lunch and it wasn't that busy as far as seating. The place is set up nicely. You can watch them make the pizzas. I felt the spot was clean and there were nice tunes in the background. I ordered the pepperoni and my friend got the margherita pizza. The sauce is some of the best pizza sauce I've had in the RVA thus far. The personal pizzas are a good size and we couldn't finish them, but they made for some yummy left overs!

    Calabrese pizza
    Emily L.

    This pizza is consistently incredible. Chewy crunchy crust and really great ingredients. My fav woodfire pizza in Rva.

    Pepperoni and Mushrooms
    Gregory F.

    Truly underrated! Perfectly burnt thin crust with a creative array of toppings that don't just taste like every other pizza place in-town. Really enjoyed the Capricciosa pizza as a unique combination of flavors I had never thought to put together on a pizza, and of course the pepperoni/mushroom was super reliable. The interior is very clean and the staff was very quick to attend to my takeout order. Ordered and ready within 15 or so minutes - quite impressive!

    Mary A.

    We stopped in on Sunday for dinner before a show at the Altria Theater. They apparently have a new POS system and it is having some issues. We waited a long time and did not get our pizza. It seems that somehow our order was lost. The staff were apologetic and "quickly" made our pizzas. One came out right away and the other one we had to pack up to take home since we had to leave to get to the show. We have eaten here before and have not had issues like we did on Sunday. I think it was just a bad night.

    Classic
    Allotta D.

    Got three pizzas here for dinner. Personal sized pizzas.. or for two kids. Both the white sauce and the red sauce were very delicious and the dough itself is quite tasty. However, our biggest complaint would be that the bottom of the pizzas were borderline undercooked.. I feel as if I should have asked for it to be well done. And I'd like to note that it's cut into 4 slices and I would argue the slices were absurdly large. All and all super good pizza and would order again.

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    Bob P.

    Ok, have to say I would "pass" on Pupatella based on our trip there. For perspective, I am a Neapolitan pizza nerd. I make it at home - make the dough from scratch, have a proper pizza oven, since Covid I constantly look for ways to hit perfection in Neapolitan pizza.... While the restaurant ambiance and staff were great, the pizza was not great and IMHO not true Neapolitan. The crust was flat-ish and bready not puffy air pocket bubbles. What I like about true Neapolitan crust is that you want to eat the crust just as much as the pizza, not leave the uneaten "crust bones" on the plate after you eat the center. We did not eat the crust here. Additionally, the center of the pizza (and the bottom) was clearly under-cooked and even a little soggy. While you rarely get a Neapolitan pizza slice that is stiff, (typically you need to support with a knife or fingers) this pizza was completely limp and not fully cooked. Looking at the bottom of the pizzas they were mostly dough colored, no "leoparding". Sorry Pupatella, maybe we hit it on a bad day, but can't recommend based on our experience.

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    Fast, delicious, consistent - and affordable! One of my regular go-tos for Neapolitan style in Richmond. Highly recommend!

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    Best crust I have ever had! You order at the counter, but there is a helpful and friendly waitstaff

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    One of the best if not the best pizza spot in Richmond. High quality ingredients, and always a friendly staff.

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    great job by very helpful and friendly waitress she checked on us to make sure we were comfortable

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    Excellent pizza. Eat here at least once a week. It's a lovely shop. Great classic Italian pizza with friendly staff.

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    Are you owned/operated by same family as Pupatella in Arlington? Great pie!

    Owned by a different family but trained by the ones in Arlington and the Arlington owners visit often!

    I know they have beer, but do they offer wine too?

    Yes we do! We have over 15 different wines. Everything from your classic reds to blends, whites, and sparkling.

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    Casa Italiana - Fried Calamari

    Casa Italiana

    4.3(373 reviews)
    6.8 mi
    $$

    We've been ordering pizza from Pizza Express (their sister restaurant) for a long time, so we…read morefinally gave Casa Italiana a try. We made a reservation (not necessary on a Thursday night) and the back of the restaurant was so pleasantly dead quiet, we could actually hear each other speaking. Our waiter was quiet and attentive and lovely. We ordered the zucchini appetizer, probably the best zucchini frites I've ever had, the eggplant parm and the lasagna. The lasagna was good but left something to be desired. The eggplant parm was exactly the way I like it. The tomato sauce is light and tastes like fresh tomatoes. The eggplant was crisp without being oily. We will definitely come again.

    Walked in for Monday lunch on the week of Christmas. Interior was clean and spacious. A tall…read moreChristmas tree was at the back area. Service was great. Our server Patricia was attentive and told us about the menu and some things not on the menu. The complimentary bread at the start was very good. Just the right amount of crunchiness at the outside but very chewy on the inside. I love it. Mussels in white sauce was good. The bucatini pasta special that had sausage and broccoli rabe in white wine and garlic sauce was solid. Flavorful and not very heavy. Tiramisu della Famiglia was okay. The homemade pistachio and chocolate chip bread pudding with vanilla ice cream was huge. It's meant for sharing with at least another person. The contrasting warm pudding and cold ice cream were good. I liked it! Would definitely be back.

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    Edo's Squid - Eggplant Parmesan

    Edo's Squid

    3.9(897 reviews)
    0.3 miThe Fan
    $$

    Calamari fried and ALSO in broth with arugula, pine nuts and lemon…read more Veal scallopine Brocoletti and shrimp

    I know this is a Richmond institution bc it's been around forever. It's good but I feel like it…read morecould be even better. Very old school with no online reservations which is not super convenient but hey I can get behind it if they are going for an exclusive vibe. Very much an old style Italian restaurant but feels like they have really packed the tables in here - like sardines- so yeah it feels a little tight for my tastes. Service was friendly and helpful. (Making the reservation over the phone was not overly warm and fuzzy but hey I get it you probably are tired of having to take reservations over the phone all day lol). We got a popular app- the squid,white bean and arugula which was bright and flavorful so lived up to the hype but a little disappointing in that there was not a lot of squid so $18 for beans and arugula seemed a bit much. Also got the seafood bisque which was pretty tasty. For entrees we got the halibut, the monk fish fra diavolo and the spaghetti with crab meat. The spaghetti with crab meat was shockingly good. It better be for $40 but I don't always like crab bc it can be overly fishy in a not good way but this entree was very good. We also liked the halibut- nice piece of fish perfectly cooked. The MonkFish had a nice flavor, but the bones in it was a little bit overwhelming, and kinda made eating a lot of work. Seemed pricey to me since only one of us had a glass of wine and no other drinks, but I guess $50 a person sans cocktails and dessert is the new norm?!

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    Bacchus - Tomato, feta and eggplant (penne)

    Bacchus

    3.8(270 reviews)
    0.6 miThe Fan
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    Overall decent food for the price. Good flavor (would not say standout) and healthy portions…read more Service was good given it was really busy. It probably took about 10 minutes to get seated but that's because they were packed, so no complaints with getting seated. Environment was fine, and noise level was reasonable. There was free street parking when we went which was helpful. I was in the mood for veal scallopini, while the rest of my family went with chicken Marsala. Both were good (not great), and worth having again, but I feel could be better.

    Bacchus was good…read more It's a lowkey spot, very cozy vibes and not too busy on a Monday evening. The wait staff was on the slower side, which is surprising due to the fact that the place wasn't very busy. The menu is large and filled with Italian classics. The wine list was extensive. They do not allow any requests to the menu... for example, my friends chicken piccata came with a salad and they would not let her sub that salad for pasta. Nothing about this experience blew me away. The dishes are very simple for how high priced they are. I paid $24 for a bowl of spaghetti noodles with mushrooms and chicken. The menu does not get much more complex than that. To make a whole meal, you'd almost need to order an entree, a pasta and a side seperate, which would probs cost you around $60 My meal was good-- I was happily it and the quality was just fine, but it wasn't the kind of place I'd likely return to. There was nothing particularly bad about this experience, but also nothing blew me away. Next time, I think I'll just make the same tasting dish at home for a fraction of the price.

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    Bacchus - Alfredo with shrimp and penne noodles

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    Alfredo with shrimp and penne noodles

    Lost Letter - Polpo alla griglia

    Lost Letter

    4.2(98 reviews)
    1.6 miScott's Addition

    Made a reservation and went here to celebrate a birthday. This place is great. Ambiance was classy…read moreand clean. The lighting really contributed to the very intimate feel of the restaurant. The open layout of the kitchen allows diners to see the cooks preparing food. One can also see the patio/outside seating from the inside as it was separated by a huge glass. Our server Matt, though he did not introduce himself, was very nice and knowledgeable of the menu and gave us great recommendations. Food was great. They a great and huge selection of wine and other drinks (I did not take pictures of this wine list that had multiple pages). I was not a fan of the nonalcoholic "Is that Cashmere?" Since it had grapefruit, pomegranate, cinnamon, vanilla, and soda, I was expecting a fruity taste but the cinnamon and other ingredients overpowered the fruity notes. Polpo alla griglia was great as the grilled octopus was chewy and flavorful. I would have preferred the beans to be softer though. Stinco di Maiale was very tender braised pork shank that really went well with polenta. Pesce arrostito was roasted rockfish and black rice with fennel sausage. This was very good too with a hint of spiciness. For dessert, the bunet was fantastic. It's chocolate, almond with amaretto. Love the texture. It was light and very good. Service was fantastic. Once you've told them food restrictions, everyone serving your table will know it without asking you again. The sommelier was very nice. If you're taking out your food, you'll receive a small piece of paper like for coat checks and you can get it when you leave. They also had card and a little something for birthday celebrants (cookies with candle) which was sweet. Would definitely be back!

    I can't believe it's been almost a year since our last visit. This time we got a spot on the patio…read moreand loved it. The weather was a balmy 72° at 6:30 PM and slightly overcast which made the patio the perfect place. A very serene setting for a sophisticated meal. I highly recommend the patio, but you need to plan way in advance. Even on a Wednesday night. And definitely get there early because parking is a bear. I don't mind the walk, but anybody with mobility challenges, might find it tough to get there on time unless they can get dropped off. For cocktails our friends got a very swanky bottle of white wine by Cinque Terre. My husband and I got mixed drinks : the Italian stallion and the ciao fantasy. Very different experiences, but both very good. The Italian stallion was complex yet refreshing and the ciao fantasy was complex and smooth. For appetizers, we got the beef tartare and the Borlatti farro verde. Again, both very different but equally delicious. The tartar obviously more a protein forward appetizer that had a smooth richness brought out by the egg and the well chopped beef. The extra sourdough was a nice touch. The Borlatti was the perfect starter for a spring evening and I actually enjoyed it more than my entrée. It has a lightness to it, but also richly satisfying, especially with the sourdough. For the entrées, we went back to our favorites from last time which was the cavatappi and the rockfish. I enjoyed the cavatappi more but I was trying to get more protein and less simple carbs so I stuck with the rock fish. This time the fish was not a great piece and had very little edible protein because of the bloodline running down the center of it, so for $38 it felt a bit stingy because I needed more of the fish than the slightly over spiced rice and sausage. Did not feel like a good choice for the evening. I did not finish and went back to my appetizer to satisfy any hunger pains left. Definitely disappointed that there was no specials for the evening and a lot of the menu seems pretty similar to the last time we were there. Also seems like fewer choices at least for the small plates. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful and again really enjoyed the atmosphere. However. Everything seems overpriced these days but even though prices haven't shifted that much at LL on this occasion, $172 after tax but before tip seemed a bit much for Richmond. Feels like everything is a few dollars over what the price point should be especially if it's not done to perfection. We will probably go back but not for a long while bc of price but also because of menu options. There are several restaurants in Church Hill that bring more bang for your buck.

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    Fried olives, burrata, sourdough, delicata

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    Dinamo - Mushroom Bolognese

    Dinamo

    4.3(195 reviews)
    0.3 miThe Fan
    $$

    A hole in the wall hidden gem for authentic Italian food and excellent value (portion and quality…read moreto price ratio) --------------------------------- Food: some of the best food I've had in Richmond, and ever! We ordered a beet and fennel salad - and now, that is a salad. The beets were fresh (I've had canned beets in salads before but this was fresh), and the fennel was crunch, mild, and texturely satisfying in contrast with the soft beets, the dressing was well coated but not drenching the salad. Could have eaten the salad all day but then the entrees came: Squid ink fettuccine with calamari and shrimp -- it was so fresh I could not eat it for a few minutes, massive entree, fettuccine tasted like it was made in house, so flavorful and rich Sausage with polenta -- my first time trying polenta in solid form, tastes a bit like if rice and corn combined, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, sausage was good too Also the complimentary bread was excellent, crunchy exterior soft interior, especially dipped in the pasta sauce Recommendations: making a reservation (you have to call), we made the mistake of assuming it being a cold rainy Sunday, we could do a walk in at the bar, but ended up walking in the rain for about an hour - well worth the wait Affordability: ~$25-30/entree Ambiance: it's pretty small and easy to bump into people on accident, but very cozy ambiance with deep red color theme Service: great, no issues! Good for: date night, celebration, when you just want good food

    If you're looking for a spot that delivers Italian comfort with thoughtful execution, Dinamo is an…read moreabsolute standout. From the first bite, it was clear the kitchen took pride in both tradition and detail. The mussels were exceptional; tender, briny, and swimming in a deeply flavorful tomato broth that begged to be sopped up with their freshly baked bread. The gnocchi with cream sauce was pure comfort food elevated to art. The pillows of gnocchi were light and delicate rather than heavy, and the cream sauce struck that perfect balance: rich and indulgent without overwhelming the dish. Every bite felt carefully crafted and deeply satisfying. My wife commented that it was the best cream sauce she's ever had. Another surprise were the baked cabbage and Swiss chard dishes we had as appetizers. Savory, tender, and layered with flavor. The slight caramelization and depth from baking gave the greens a richness that complemented the meal beautifully. Between the warm RVA atmosphere, attentive service, and a curated menu that respected Italian tradition while delivering satisfying flavors, Dinamo is the kind of place my wife and I will certainly return to. Highly recommended.

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    Oro - From website

    Oro

    5.0(3 reviews)
    1.0 miDowntown

    This is by far my favorite local business to get fresh pasta from. Oro is an Italian pop up…read morerestaurant and a farmers market booth. I haven't yet had the chance to attend one of their pop ups, but I'm an avid fan of their pastas and cannot wait to one day! Birdhouse Market on Tuesdays is my go-to for their pasta. You can also find them at the St. Stephen's farmers market. My favorite pasta they make is their sourdough tonnarelli. The creste de gallo is a must try. Other delicious and unique flavors I've enjoyed are the basil gnochetti and the porcini bucatini. I once got their white bolognese sauce and paired it with one of their pastas, it was divine. They have cute postcards with pasta sauce recipes, but you can also buy their incredible pasta sauces and pair it with the pasta you buy (which I highly recommend). If you need any help, the owner who runs the stand is incredibly sweet and can guide you in the right direction. Oro is incredible, if I could give them 100 stars I would.

    I typically try to catch them at the Birdhouse Farmer's Market when they're set up. Their fresh…read morepasta is wonderful! Especially coming from someone who has used a lot of boxed pasta over the years, I absolutely love getting to enjoy it fresh. Since I live alone, I'm typically able to break it into several nights of food for dinner, which works out great. After a long day, it's so easy to make (what I've tried so far was recc 1-2 minutes of cook time) Staff is always happy to answer questions about the pasta also! Pictured is the basil one, you've gotta love basil for this one, but it was very enjoyable, also loved the noodle shape, which I'm blanking on the exact name at the moment.

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    Butternut Sage Coffins

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