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    Richardson's Cafe

    4.2 (126 reviews)
    ModerateCafes, American, Diners
    Closed • Closed

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

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    Oyster dinner with fries
    Janice C.

    My husband and I stopped for a late lunch, and were happy to find an updated menu of diner favorites with some creative additions. We shared a dinner portion of oysters plus a Chesapeake burger, both of which were perfectly prepared. The oysters were huge and succulent with a very light breading. They were accompanied by fries and Cole slaw, with cocktail and tartar sauce on the side. The burger was cooked medium rare as I requested, and was especially tasty since it was topped with lump crab meat, bacon, lettuce, and tomato. I got it with sweet potato fries, which were dusted with a touch of cinnamon and were a perfect side kick for the burger. We ended up taking home about half of each meal because we wanted to leave room for ice cream It just seems wrong to leave a well-preserved early 20th century diner with a soda fountain and counter seating without having some sort of ice cream! We were pretty full, so we shared a hot fudge sundae, which was definitely big enough for us both. It had vanilla ice cream, a generous portion of hot fudge, whipped cream, nuts, and two cherries (since we were sharing). We had a choice of wet nuts or peanuts, and I chose peanuts, as the salty flavor is a nice complement to the sweetness of the rest. Overall, we enjoyed this visit and hope to come back. I'd like to try the Caprese Burger and maybe have more oysters. They offer gluten free buns as an option, which is a helpful touch as well. Whether you live in Matthews or are just traveling through, it's worth a stop.

    Chicken Salad Sandwich with lobster bisque soup
    Heather B.

    They are perfectly located in town on Main Street. I did a quick Yelp search for a place to grab lunch since I am not from the area. I did not search long the reviews were enough to get me inside. I waited about 10 minutes for a table. I was seated in just about the time frame. The chicken salad sandwich on rye hit the spot! I could have gotten it on white or wheat as well, but I let the waitress pick. She made a good choice going with rye. The rye bread was very tasty! The deluxe salad was nice and crisp, homemade croutons and a FANTASTIC ranch dressing. I also had a side of onion rings. They were a little sweet for my taste but otherwise they were delicious. The lobster bisque soup was just what I needed on a cold, rainy day in December. I washed it all down with a coke. Pricing was very reasonable. They also had a large selection of ice cream. The brands were Hershey and Blue Bell. I highly recommend hitting them up. I will definitely go back the more I visit.

    Great crab cake sandwich and potato salad.
    Robert M.

    Came here with some friends for lunch in January and I was shocked that it was so packed until I realized it was a holiday. Fortunately, they went thru customers fast and we didn't wait long. The place had a great old time diner feel and the waiters was awesome. So the experience was great. I had the Crab Cake sandwich that I loved. Importantly, the potato salad was almost as good! Overall, this is a place that I will return to again and again in the future as it hits all the requirements.

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    11 years ago

    Delicious chicken salad and homemade chips. No room for ice cream so we will return!

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    10 years ago

    Excellent Pineapple Sage Haddock. Very tasty Coconut Almond Ice Cream. Excellent service. Loved it

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    10 years ago

    Great meal: large portions and tasty. Get the chips! Could be cleaner...plates were very dirty on the flip side.

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    4.6(126 reviews)
    22.5 mi
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    Discovered this indie coffee shop in Williamsburg near Busch Garden exit off Merrimac when I was…read moredown for a brief visit and OMG - BIGGGGG LOVE!!! So much to love about this new discovery besides the fact that it's NOT a Starbucks lol and for those that know me, you know I love and love to support and discover tucked away indie coffee places (see my reviews!). This place is also a roastery and sells their own bean blends. I don't know the history behind the shop and name but was told it is chemistry themed and owned by W&M alum - yassssss! Service is SUPER friendly and excellent so that's a bonus! I lovvvvvvve that the latte menu is chock full of super creative seasonal flavors - so many to choose from!! I stopped by twice while in town and staying just down the street. Had a hot Rose Macaron latte and the next day had the Lemon Bar. Both were DELICIOUS. NOT OVERLY SWEET BUT WITH SUBTLE FLAVORS AND BOLD ESPRESSO TASTE. NOTTTTTT WIMPY WEAK. Both days I had the OG Bacon Egg Cheese sando on an ET bagel that was a decent accompaniment to my seasonal lattes which were clearly the stars of the show. I was there during the week - once mid afternoon, the other day late morning and it was not crowded at all both days. The seating area is HUGE. 2 separate adjacent rooms - walk through the front ordering area and you'll find a large, super cozy and inviting "living room" type space with comfy couches, armchairs, dining tables with chairs and even cubes for studying. Dark and moody vibes. SUPER COZY, RELAXING AND KEPT VERY CLEAN AND TIDY. The other seating area has a bunch of tables and chairs, lots of windows, brighter and more conducive for gathering. I took and posted a bunch of pics and some vids so check them out. So glad to have discovered this coffee spot and gem! Will definitely be back when I visit Williamsburg again! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

    I found this place by accident just looking for a coffee shop to stop in. It looks amazing! So I…read moredecided to stop in and get something but what? So that's when I found this really good latte flight. I highly recommend it! You get it hot or cold. They have food. A cool looking fish tank. And honestly, a lot of good looking lattes and drip coffees. Definitely a nice place to hang out. You can sit outside or inside. Service was pretty quick and the staff was really friendly. If I live closer, I would come here way more often!

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    Column 15 - Inside / Interior peek from HUGE lounging area (2 whole sections!) into the ordering counter area

    Inside / Interior peek from HUGE lounging area (2 whole sections!) into the ordering counter area

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    Turkey wrap and italian panini board

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    Pangaea Coffee Emporium - Sichuan sando; tres leches iced latte with dalgona foam; gochujang cookie

    Pangaea Coffee Emporium

    4.6(81 reviews)
    21.9 mi
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    Awesome place! Found it when I first moved here looking for local coffee shops…read more The coffee is great with many options, the fun ones/my faves being the culture coffee! They also rotate flavors through different seasons- I loved when they had the ube latte. The food is yummy; I liked the baja breakfast burrito & their baked goods are amazing! The atmosphere is unique with a rain forest type theme. I liked working in there though space is limited during the weekend.

    *** atmosphere, customer service then food *This place, upon…read morefirst glance, has a wonderful atmosphere. So many plants and greenery it appears soothing. Looking deeper the majority of the plants are plastic, in alignment with their internal branding and marketing techniques... AI. The seasonal menu was purely AI generated imagery, their other signs as well. They have environmental focused branding, with the help of an environmental destruction tool (AI). All gender restrooms available and handicap parking (at least one spot) * Captain Mike was behind the bar, very kind, genuine and personable. He asked my name and referred to another guest by name. Upon entry with my service dog he did verify he was indeed a SD. He also was very attentive with recommendations and suggestions based on what he enjoyed and what would suit my preferences! * I got the cardamom lavender latte which was very delightful! The cardamom was very pleasant and I am appreciative of how well it shined through! I also got the "great smokey mountain" I think! Breakfast sandwich. To my personal taste for a simple breakfast sandwich it was a bit on the high side for price - around $11 but it does taste good! Options of croissant or ciabatta bread. Non dairy options are available! I personally am not inclined to return due to all of the ai generated content. Pangaea should invest and support local artists and creators and uplift the community surrounding them. They would likely get more support overall! I am an artist myself and could see so much potential in -ai branding! Thanks!

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    Nice hidden gem for the summer for my coffee lovers

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    The White Dog Bistro - Flounder and crab with a lobster butter sauce

    The White Dog Bistro

    4.6(69 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    We went for my best friends's wedding rehearsal dinner. We had about 13 people, which can already…read morebe difficult for a restaurant to prepare for. However, they were more than accommodating. Also, we booked the reservation for 7:30 PM and, even though they closed at 8 PM, they still graciously accepted my reservation and provided us with the most outstanding service. I ordered the low country skillet, which was like a seafood boil with sausage on top of cheesy grits with a side of green beans. It was delicious and hearty. I recommend ordering this dish, especially since our server deemed it as one of the restaurants signature dishes. I also had a glass of Malbec red wine, pair of quite nicely with my meal. One of the other guests ordered the corn dip, which had a side of pita chips to dip into. The corn dip was slightly thick and sweet, with a few slices of avocado sitting on top. Also delicious. Highly recommend this place if you are craving a New American cuisine with a southern twist.

    Room we were seated reminded me of some of those in the Pink House in Savannah. Seats comfortable…read moreand food reasonably priced. Got the stare down by 2 ladies sitting close by. Lots of elderly women in Mathews. Guys must be out fishing or hunting or moved on. She liked her Gazpacho and N'awlins salad. My martini was under $12 a pop which is nice break from the city. I would have liked more crust on my scallops and the soba accompaniment was over cooked and I couldn't eat much of it. A gluey mush. Overall was OK and would return but order something else.

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    Appalachian Salad- nice!

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    Richardson's Cafe - cafes - Updated October 2026

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