Food, service, and ambience was good. The seating sucked for my group of 7. Drove all the easy from…read moreNorthern VA to meet friends and we were unable to be seated at one table together. I will not likely try this place agsin.

I finally got to the new location of Lillie Pearl. The location is great. Right at the triangle…read morewhere the Maggie L Walker stature stands on Broad St. It's open and airy with two levels of seating a a nice bar. We were there late Saturday night(8:30pm). The server, Briana, was one of the best I've had in a very long time. Personable, great smile, friendly, and knew her stuff. We ordered the brussel sprouts- they were great with a nice heat from the sauce. We had the crispy spin salmon, which came with a nice fresh salad, The skin was amazingly crispy and the flesh was flavorful. I asked Briana to surprise me with something good and boy did she deliver. It was their porkchop served over some super tasty mashed potatoes. Note that this is not how they are usually served, it was Briana's favorite was to eat this dish so she made the decision for me. The porkchop was very very good. Nice grill marks, onions, and a very nice cream-based sauce. This was so so good. They are doing great food at this new location and I will be back again.

OMG !!!! If you want the cool trendy downtown RVA experience, with excellent food and service…read morepleeeeeeease go to Mama J's Kitchen. We were first greeted by the most personable, young man that truly made us feel welcome. That's there motto "Welcome Home" His name is EJ. You will know it's him. This restaurant is a cute neighborhood landmark. It's a little small but not tight or uncomfortable with a full bar for additional seating. Because it has that old school I know this food is going to be FIRE, it's Perfect. Soooooo, the music certainly fits this cool old school vibe. The menu was under a very clean glass table topper to view and order. Very big Plus, Sanitary !!!!! I ordered the Fried Chicken (2pcs white), corn muffin comes with the meal, candied yams and cabbage. My plate was BEAUTIFUL, pictures will confirm. The chicken was golden brown, crispy on outside, flavorful and moist on the inside. YES, like my mom's use to be. The yams were perfectly sweet and the caaaabage was delicious. Go early to avoid the crowds, because everyone wants this good food and hospitality. Ooooh Lord, I forgot our extremely attentive server Dana. He checked in while being super busy with other customers, making sure the glasses were refilled in a timely manner. He also offered to go drinks, and very nice to go containers. This review is long because it's accurate and I need to share my experience. Last but not least, the owner came by and asked how was everything with her warm, down home hospitality. She also ask that we visit next door, Mama J's Market, so we did. It was sooo cool. I felt like I was in Greenwich Village NYC. If the restaurant is too busy for you, there in the market you can order from the kiosk and a staff member will bring it to you. There are refrigerated food and meal options to grab and go. Snacks, drinks, a little fresh produce, household and personal items. The Perfect Neighborhood Market. If you want the Old Historic Jackson Ward feeling of community, come to Mama J's Kitchen and Market. Thank you !!!!!!!

Went here with my family and I will say the food is good. We both had the catfish and were a little…read moreunderwhelmed to be honest. It wasn't as seasoned as I expected it to be for a soul food restaurant. The Mac and cheese was about a 6 and the greens weren't very flavorful so we have them a 5. The candied yams were really good. Very tender and not too sweet. Our server wasn't the most personable, but he got the job done. The music was great! Parking was easy on a Sunday evening. I do recommend this place, but just be prepared to use the tartar sauce for your fish if you want a little razzle dazzle.

Food and service were wonderful - shoutout to Mari!…read more Atmosphere was very relaxing and a nice vibe!

We arrived around 8pm and parked on 6th and Broad with two open spots out front. We walked in…read morethrough the Marriott front entrance and were greeted by a kind and enthusiastic host who seated us promptly. We had our pick of high-tops or traditional seating and chose a booth (the superior choice IMO). The ambiance and atmosphere felt modern and classic with a touch of ostentatious flair (the bird mural and columns up front were gorgeous). I prefer a curated menu and Fall Line keeps it simple. There are options for most people here. We ordered the skillet cornbread to start. C'est magnifique. We ordered from the sharables menu: the barrata, grilled cauliflower, and burnt ends. The barrata was the clear winner, followed by the cornbread. The burnt ends tasted fantastic, yet were too fatty to enjoy fully. Some constructive feedback: The cauliflower was a major disappointment; it needed additional time on the grill and more sauce to boot. I felt the barrata should have included one extra pair of crustinis. The apricot mostarda was divine, though. They don't carry a sour beer, so my partner and I did not partake. All in all, Fall Line Kitchen was a lovely experience, and our server Satya was a pleasure as well. As we exited, the kind host offered to take our picture in front of the light-wrapped columns. What a gentleman. I definitely recommend bringing a date here to enjoy the cozy, intimate setting, as you gaze lovingly into one anothers eyes, take in the exceptional views, and experience all that its surroundings offer.

Wow. All I had was apps. The knishes. The pierogi…read more I think Guy Fieri said it best: "I don't know that anyone has ever done pierogis like this." I second that. Stunning. What in the world ... who are these magicians? Tasty and fulfilling and delightful. One of the best Jewish joints I've ever been in. One of the best places EVER I've been in. Wowza!

I wish I could give them more than five stars. Perly's is hands down one of the best restaurants…read morein Richmond and a place that I find myself recommending to everyone and to think we almost didn't stop in. If you're visiting for breakfast, The Schnorrer it's an absolute must try it's the perfect introduction to what makes pearly so special they're corned beef hash is easily the best I've ever had perfectly seasoned flavorful and cooked just right and the potato lot keys are incredible crispy on the outside tender on the inside packed with flavor Everything that we tried was delicious and of course there's no way we could eat everything so the bagels and smear we just took home and savored at another time. Whether you're just passing through or want to take a trip to Richmond just to try them definitely deserves to be added to your want to go list The service was impeccable

We were in the Richmond area to pick up a car and I found this gem after a successful car…read morepurchase. Great service, incredibly great food, and all for a great price. Had a nice conversation with our bartender/server and would highly recommend Hobnob if you're looking for a place that makes everything from scratch! PS How can you go wrong with a place called Hobnob?!

Hobnob has become a regular pick for our book club meetings because the food and vibes are…read moreconsistently wonderful! This past Thursday evening, the gals and I shared a bottle of Pinot Grigio and the shrimp fried green tomatoes. For my entree, I opted for the mushroom tortellini which was phenomenal. The pesto cream sauce was velvety and delicious! Our server was attentive and fun! Definitely a great place to enjoy the patio if the weather is nice!

First, the staff was a delight! Thank you to Chloe for being so helpful and friendly…read more The ambiance was beautiful! Felt as if I was in a cute country home. Drinks: Majority of the party enjoyed fresh lemonade while my boyfriend and I enjoyed cocktails. Me: Flight of the Bumblebees- this was a refreshing summer drink My boyfriend: Tiger's Eye. Perfect bourbon flavor Food: The cornbread was our least favorite, really dry and lacked taste. Fried oysters- these were divine! Lightly seasoned and fried well. The remoulade and house pickled carrots, pickles, and onions added a fresh touch to the dish. My dish: Pasta Bolognese. This was AMAZING! All of the flavors that you'd look for in a well prepared Bolognese. I was thoroughly pleased Other dishes: Special: Steak with glazed rainbow carrots and stringed beans. The steak had a little too much salt but it was prepared well and the rainbow carrots were amazing Chicken tenders and fries for the little one. They loved it lol Bone in pork chops: I was told that this was incredible from start to finish Overall, we had a great dining experience and appreciate the staff for accommodating our large party during a graduation celebration.

I am trying to be fair in this review but am struggling to find any part of the experience that was…read moregood to offset the bad. Here's my best one - Great root beer. We had tried to make reservations for a group visiting from out state but were not allowed to by the reservation. Should have taken this as a sign that groups are clearly not wanted nor welcome when arriving. The staff tried everything they could to make it an unpleasant experience once they were assured of an automatic 20% gratuity. Petty things, such as forbidding the movement to another table out of the sun, when there were many other tables available. I left early after being chastised for loving a chair but the family decided to stay. They shared that the crappy service continues the entire time they stayed. Those that are reported that the food was fair at best. Not sure that this sorry excuse for service is a great business model. Perhaps it is saved especially for large groups. Either way it would appear that the just do not care. Stay away.

Amazing food great staff and the ambiance is soo dope. The vegan chop cheese with a side of strange…read moreMac is my go to, and they stay open till 2am!

Service was absolutely amazing, food came out quickly even while the kitchen was being slammed with…read moreto go orders. I ordered the Plissken Burger and it was gone in minutes. The vibe was amazing and the music tied everything together. Amazing place, will definitely be back!!

I hadn't heard about this place until a few hours before going for date night. It's very…read moreunassuming. While it is definitely a bar with typical bar vibes, it's not quite as loud. The staff was very friendly and the service was fast. The pineapple upside down cake shooter was so delicious. Their prices are very reasonable too! There were a few downsides unfortunately which is the only reason I gave 3 stars. To start, it was ungodly hot in there. It felt as if there was no AC whatsoever. We were sitting upstairs and I was able to open a window at our table which helped a lot but it was unbearable. Second, while the flavors of the food were in point, the Mac and cheese on mine was ice cold and I didn't find a trace of bbq sauce on there. It wasn't a deal breaker as I had leftovers and will reheat but was disappointing. Lastly, while I understand it's a bar, the writings and genitalia drawings everywhere (and I do mean everywhere including the tables and inside the lampshades at the tables) was over the top. I get that that is the vibe for bars, however it's quite distracting and honestly just felt quite immature. Would I come back here? Possibly. I wouldn't write this place off completely because the food and service overall was good, but it's not one of my top choices to come back to.

Had heard whispers of this place - and walked by it 1000x without knowing which restaurant it…read moreactually was. Very unassuming on the outside, grungy and divey on the inside - and the upstairs area was nice and secluded from the regular crowd to where I felt I could enjoy the best of both worlds i.e. have space to make it into a cute date night while also still immersing ourselves into the divey-ness. Everything about this place screams "hometown dependability" - their menu is nothing crazy special or unique, but the few things they do make they do REALLY WELL. Mac and Me + Chesapeake were two outstanding finds on this menu - the goldfish swimming in the tomato soup were a nice little touch as well :) Excited to come back here when in search for an affordable + less populous spot with some good eats.