First time here and stopped in for a quick bite. Enjoyed the local artist work on the wall, great way to support local talent! Service was great, seated immediately and our food came out pretty quick. Spinach dip and tomato soup was amazing. Would recommend and will return for these items! read more

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We LOVE Sammy T's. We went out of our way yesterday on a long drive home from central VA just to eat lunch there. I love the Ellen salad with falafel. My husband enjoyed the Brunswick stew and a spinach-mushroom sandwich. The servers are always so pleasant and we love the old times feel of the place. Its a classic. read more

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Excellent! We stopped in during an afternoon stroll through downtown Fredericksburg and truly enjoyed the experience. Small but truly an energetic vibe and I am sure the evenings are really popping with a huge bar area and great food. Our server was great with quick and attentive service and great recommendations. We split a wonderful classic salad with apples, walnuts, cranberries, spinach and balsamic dressing. Wonderful and refreshing! We split a small deep dish pizza with sausage and pepperoni and the two of us were full and satisfied! The pizza was made with the freshest ingredients and it was a wonderful experience! read more

Sammy T's - Pizza - American Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

Another bad meal here! Came because the other two places we were trying to go we're closed on Tuesdays. Was against my better judgment. Both my friend and I had the Reuben. It was so greasy we needed three or four napkins each and the meat was so fatty. We both just stopped eating it after we picked so much of it apart. What a disappointment for a St. Patrick's Day meal! Two stars because the waitress was good. read more

Wait staff was absolutely wonderful and would go back just for those guys. The food is not good and it seemed like everything was very overcooked or undercooked with way too much overpowering seasoning. The food used to be pretty good a year ago but the quality went down significantly. read more

I'm from Illinois and love deep dish. I've ordered Sammy T's twice and it's a great pizza. But it's nowhere near the picture on the website. It's closer to thick crust than deep dish. They need to update their photos online. read more

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Nice traditional old town restaurant/pub. Staff was helpful and attentive. Menu had a variety of food options. I especially enjoyed the vegetarian choices. Bathrooms clean. Has some outside seating. Portions good. read more

Sammy T's - French dip - American Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

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Went there recently to try their deep dish pizza. Worst pizza we ever had. First it came out cold. When "rewarmed" it still was barley warm in the middle. The other thing is that it tasted terrible. The sauce did not taste like a good pizza sauce. Sammy Ts has always been good but I see all the reviews are starting to go down. Hope it does not get worse. Service was fantastic though. read more

We came to Fredericksburg to meet a friend for lunch at Sammy T's. Luckily our friend (a local) knew to make a lunch reservation for Saturday afternoon. And when we arrived, the place was packed with guests. Sammy T's is quite popular for good reason. The vibe here is sort of diner meets hip bar scene. The menu "leans vegetarian" with lots of great choices. In fact, though none of us are vegetarians, but no one at our table ordered anything with meat. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ I got the Ellen Salad. It is a Mediterranean style plate with tabouleh, falafel, and a lemon tahini dressing over spinach. The tabouleh was made with wheat berries instead of bulgur. A nice twist that retained the traditional taste of tabouleh. The falafel was... interesting. The balls were nicely fried up, but the flavor was off. They tasted like hummus. Just hummus. None of the usual spiced flavor of falafel. Strange. My daughter loved the caprese sandwich. At the start of lunch, her intention was to eat half the sandwich now and bring the other half home for later. She said it was so delicious that she had to eat the whole thing now! LOL! read more

My wife loves the grilled cheese sandwich and fries from here. My son loves the stir fry. All the food we have had from here is good so far. The staff is friendly and move quickly to get you served. The inside is decorated nice and is a casual environment to set in while you relax in downtown Fredericksburg. read more

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Waiter was nice, food was below mid grade. Place was cute but not worth it. Won't be coming back.

Although the service was great, the food was disappointing. Tempura Brussels sprouts were okay though the batter seemed extra. The lemon tahini sauce was bland. The broccoli soup was watery and more like broth though the flavor was okay. The grilled cheese on sour dough was nice but the slices of bread were skinny sliced which is not right for sourdough. The grain bowl was very odd with the couscous being the only good part as there were no roasted vegetables as advertised and they must of run out of everything else but corn because that's what covered the dish. There were only about 10 black beans and 2 tiny pieces of onion and bell pepper. The oddest part was, however, all the tofu marinated in some kind of Asian seasoning. And there was no sauce. Not sure we will go back for a few years to see if there's any improvement as there are many other choices in the area. read more

Today I went to Sammy T's and I was pleased with pretty much every aspect of it. I went in with a few friends while visiting the city and it was clean, quiet place to sit and talk. I ordered a burger and fries. The burger was amazing! It was so perfectly cooked and the cheddar cheese was melted exactly how I like it. The fries however were a bit cold and plain even with salt on them. I don't recommend getting the pickles since they tasted like just plain cucumbers.The service was good and our server was nice and quick. Overall I was happy with the meal and experience. I definitely recommend! read more

Cool place with pop artwork, great vegetarian and vegan offerings, prompt and excellent service. What's not to like??? It's a staple on Caroline Street with great variety of shops to see and visit! read more

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Went for BRUNCH this past Sunday Sept 21,2024. Haven't been here for a Rueben or lunch here in years and was driving through town from FL. Decided to take a good friend who just moved to the area and this place was a terrible disaster at best! We both ordered brunch, Eggs Benedict, which is supposed to have POACHED eggs. Our breakfast came out after waiting more than 30 minutes. I know they were busy but this was 1 pm in the afternoon so well after the breakfast rush. The poached eggs were hard! If your cook cannot make a poached egg then Eggs Benedict should NOT be on the menu! We then sent the meals back and I ordered a basic breakfast of eggs, bacon and toast. My friend ordered a Monte Cristo sandwich. Neither of these meals are hard to make. We waited another 45 minutes and the meals were not made a priority AT ALL! The people across from us, that came in well after us, not only got their meal but ate all their food and left and we ere still sitting there. Our iced teas were NEVER refilled the entire time and our waitress could not be bothered to come to our table, apologize for the shitty service or tell us even when our meals would arrive. She managed to give us a "side eye" look when she walked by and continued to ignore us. I am very generous when it comes to writing up good food places because I know how hard the restaurants work but these employees couldn't have cared less that we were even there. I am so angry about this visit because I really wanted to show my friend the area she moved to had some great eateries. We will never come back no matter how good their Rueben's once were! This place should get no stars but at least they know how to brew iced tea which a toddler could do. We left the place leaving $6.50 on the table which is far more that the iced tea even cost and far more than this restaurant deserves! Shame on the staff, shame on the manager and owners for NOT taking care of customers even on a busy day. The waitress actually seemed put out to be waiting on us. The hostess seemed distracted and less than interested in being employed and everyone else ignored us. OH we also ordered a side of the breakfast potatoes and they NEVER came out. I don't even think the waitress ordered them. Never again. They are lucky to get the rating I gave them. Get new owners, managers and staff because this IS NOT the Sammy Ts I know and you should be ashamed! The only good thing about this place is the nostalgic furnishings I remember when this was a good restaurant. read more

Sammy T's - Inside the dining room near the bar. - American Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

Not sure what's happened at Sammy Ts but I had the worst food experience since being a patron for over 40 years! I ordered pot stickers that were hard (they are supposed to be soft) as if cooked hours earlier. For 5 they were whopping $15.00. Naturally sent them back. A second order got them right - served hot and soft. Then my go to with a cool Guinness, a Roast Beef Ruben. Used to cost a manageable $8.00 is now $15.00, so I expected at least the same typical way a Ruben is served. Hot on Rye, grilled, juicy meat with kraut, Russian dressing, etc. Nope. Not what I got. The meat was dry and almost white in color. The bread was not grilled or toasted, way too much swiss cheese melted over the meat, barely any kraut and a squirt of dressing on 1 half. I stomached part of a half. It was awful and tasteless. I boxed the other half for a contractor who works for me who will eat it. No chips or fries included for $15.00 as well. Those cost extra. If it weren't for the Guinness I would have walked out! Get your act together Sammy!! Your standards have plummeted and you're serving grub. Overpriced at that. Let me get in that kitchen of yours and show you simple, healthy, delicious cooked food. Worthy of a good rating. But, most Americans just settle and that's part of the problem. It will be a long time before I return.... For a Guinness. read more

Sammy T's - The other half - - American Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

Amazing food, tastes just like homey cooking! Went here with friends and they had excellent service. The food was out fast and the waiter was very respectful. The music is nice and the tv was playing but nothing was too much. read more

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I visited a few weeks ago, and liked the place a lot. However, I came back with my family a few weeks later, and our waitress was awful (possibly the worst I've ever had). She seated us and then took our drink order, then proceeded to completely ignore us for the next 45 minutes. Not even an acknowledgment that we existed. She took orders from other tables near us, and she walked by our table constantly, yet never even stopped by once. After watching her help several other tables I finally made eye contact with her and even waved at her, and she looked at me then walked the other direction. It was clearly intentional, and we have no clue why she decided to do this. I ended up having to flag down another waitress and asked her if we could order. She said "I'll let your server know you're ready." Several minutes later, our server (I have no clue what her name was but she had lots of tattoos) had still not taken our order, so the other waitress noticed this and walked over and took our order. Unfortunately, she either didn't write it down properly or the kitchen messed up, because they got my sandwich wrong and they didn't even bring out one of our side items. I figured that our original waitress would at least stop by to see how our food was, but that never happened because she just didn't care. Someone told us that she is normally in the kitchen but they tried bringing her out as a waitress. It seems like she needs to stay in the kitchen, because she has no clue how to be a waitress. read more

I have been in this area for about 10 years. I finally tried Sammy T's this place use to always be packed so on Friday night I didn't think we would get in. We arrived and were greeted and seated. Place was empty a few tables were full but nothing like it normally is. The place was blazing hot inside. The ambiance was so so and the seating was sub par. The menu offered a lot of vegan options but seemed limited for anything else. We ordered apps and they came out super fast the falafel poppers were very good and the avocado salad was delicious. Everyone else liked the entrees they ordered. I ordered the chicken parm sandwich and it was very tasteless and dry and came with no sides. All in all would I come back maybe but there is far better places downtown to try. It is very disappointing to have to write a so so review for a hometown restaurant. I hope they get back to the busy place they use to be with better food options. read more

This was their sliders. Literally just unseasoned ground meat on bread. What?! We also got the nachos, which were nachos with slices of American cheese melted. What?! read more

Sammy T's - Nachos - American Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

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The restaurant is small, has its own pizzazz and charm about it when eating inside. We enjoy coming for their sandwiches, which have always done us well. Even when they're busy, they still tend to deliver great service. We have been eating here for probably 6+ years. read more

Good food Wonderful service with a friendly smile Great atmosphere Will definitely visit again. read more

I was attracted to Sammy T's from the eclectic storefront and highly patronized location directly across from my hotel - visiting from Atlanta. Stepped inside past the crowded outdoor seating, to check out the menu. Always on the hunt for high quality. Opted for sweet tea to drink. Sweet enough for the average Southerner... I had the lunch special a crab cake sandwich. The fat-cut fresh tomato, pickled onions and cucumbers were an amazing addition to the fried crab! I looked longingly at a couple of burger order French fries prior to receiving my meal but, after wolfing such scrumptious fried crab on bread, I did not feel neglected at all! Amazing job Scotty Ts and van for making my afternoon so delightful! read more

Sammy T's - Fried Crab Cake Sandwich w greens, tomato, pickled onion on a potato roll - American Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

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Really sad. Couldn't even finish a grilled cheese it was so bad. Have given it a number of chances in past few weeks, all so bad. Done.

I stopped in for lunch on a Friday afternoon and they were moderately busy (actually, all seats indoor and outdoor were taken, but the bar was completely open), so I sat at the bar. The bartender was quick to greet and help me out and gave me a good explanation of the menu. I opted for their French Dip and a side of Cole Slaw. The French Dip was amazing! The creamy horseradish is clearly made in-house and was perfectly spiced and herbed! The beef was perfectly prepared, tender and not fatty at all! The bread was spot-on perfect as well! The au jus was decent, had a nice flavor, but wasn't as spectacular as the sandwich and the horseradish. The Cole Slaw was boring, definitely nothing special, though I could tell it was made in-house as well. Service was excellent! Very friendly, attentive and helpful! The venue is really nicely decorated as well. It's got that "old building" look, with stamped tin ceilings and a beautiful wooden bar. They also have a very nice menu loaded with vegan/vegetarian items, as well as full-on meat items and all of the items on the menu looked very appetizing! I'll most definitely return!!! read more

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Wifey and I haven't had much of an opportunity to travel during this Covid-19 mess, but today we drove down to see our daughter in Fredericksburg. After the drive down we decided to hit Sammy T's for lunch and it was the right choice. Nice bar, friendly staff, and...wait for it...excellent food! I started with the Tomato basil soup. I must pause here for a moment...you don't get a body like mine by NOT knowing good food. Let me tell you, this was the best, the BEST, tomato basil soup I've ever had anywhere. If they have it on the menu...order it. Wifey ordered the Fried green tomato BLT, I had the sautéed Crab cake sandwich and we split some Fries. Wifey says the fried green tomato BLT was out of this world...crunchy, well seasoned, and a generous portion. As I said, the food was excellent and I would 100% come back here again. Seems like they are at 50% capacity here in VA right now so just be aware if you're nervous about being around too many people. read more

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This the place to go. great drinks and menu. one of the best places in Fredericksburg- we love it!

Great corner location on Caroline with decent service, but mediocre food. I got the cobia special which had inconsistent texture... rubbery in spots, undercooked in others, and very fishy tasting... a sign it wasn't very fresh. My friend got an easy grilled cheese and tomato soup. He said it was nothing special. Has so much potential to be better, though they don't seem to be lacking business. read more

Sammy T's - American Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

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I have walked past this restaurant on numerous occasions and decided this past Sunday to visit and check off one more FXBG restaurant I've never visited. First and foremost, our server was excellent! I was on a guy's day out, my oldest son and two little boys (8,4) and our server (can't recall his name) took their order first and put it in so it would come out fast and while we waited gave my boys some pita chips and oranges to satiate their hunger while they waited. My Yelper-in-practice (8yo) had the cheeseburger and fries and demolished it! He is becoming a critic on his own and will politely voice his thought on bad food. I had the Club Sandwich on toasted pumpernickel bread (and a water). I am trying to stay away from fries (that day I was successful) and well, Sammy T's didn't have an alternative like chips made so, I just had a club sandwich. It was a good sandwich though, beyond just okay really good. They had thick-sliced crispy pickles, crispy bacon, fresh tasting veggies, not too salty turkey/ham, and not too much mayo. One note on the bacon, it is not that translucent crap you get at some restaurants, no it is real bacon. COVID Description: Servers wore masks and everyone in their had theirs on when not at table. They also had tables closed for social distancing and the food delivers wore gloves. ***The bathrooms are clean*** and according to the signs on the door they use special sanitizer that is hospital grade. Overall, it give them a 3 (3.5 would be better) and mostly because they didn't have or I just wasn't offered an alternative side. I think home-cooked kettle chips would go great. They have a decent drink menu, but I didn't partake. This will not be my last time, I liked this place. I'm tempted to try the burger. read more

Sammy T's - Club Sandwich - American Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

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Went in for a late lunch on Sunday. We were seated quickly, and the service was great. I got the fish and chips - one large piece of well-cooked fish with french fries. I liked it and would go back. read more

The food was amazing and so fresh, and came out wicked fast! We also got a Paloma and Bloody Mary and they were really good. Will definitely be visiting again. read more

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Came in for a day trip from DC (via amtrak, 1hr - so close!). It was bustling already and we were seated right away. Service was friendly and we had a great meal! Definitely recommend the Avocado Melt & French Dip Au Jus and of course, some sweet tea to tie it together. read more

Sammy T's - french dip au jus w/ sweet potato fries & ranch and avocado melt w/ cole slaw. not pictured: sweetened iced tea - American Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

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Great lunch at Sammy T's. Ate outside at bistro table and enjoyed the ambiance of downtown Fredericksburg. Ordered the avocado melt (fresh as can be. The onion jam was AMAZING) and the black bean burger for my husband (very fresh and flavorful as well.). The sweet potato shoestring fries were very tasty, too. Service was prompt and friendly. Would definitely come back! read more

On a hot Sunday afternoon a little after 1pm, my wife and I were not willing to wait in a long line at a pizzeria and crossed the street to check out Sammy Ts. Their twenty or so tables and booths were all occupied but the large bar had plenty of seats for us to belly up to. The bar tender greeted us and took our drink order. They have a handful of beers on tap and I went for my usual IPA while my wife got a Stella. The bar area is pleasant with large TVs on the either end. Behind the bar is a wall of mirrors to check out the art work on the wall behind you without needing to turn around. We ordered a Sammy salad and French dip to split between us. They were out of spinach though and offered to make the salad with regular greens which ended up being ok in the end. While waIting, we sipped our beers and watched some tennis. It took though 30 minutes for our food to arrive. Perhaps they were short staffed that day but regardless it was too long. They did pre split our order onto separate plates in advance of bringing it to us which was very nice. The salad was very good with lots of berries and nuts added in. It was certainly the highlight of the meal. The French dip though was the saltiest sandwich I have every had. It was so bad that I couldn't finish it despite dunking it repeatedly in the flavorless au jus. I would have asked for another but didn't want to stay for 30 minutes. A very disappointing visit for us and we'll think twice in the future about not waiting in line. read more

Sammy T's - American Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

Longtime and popular spot on Fredericksburg's main historic street. The food is excellent, with plenty of choices (including quite a few delicious vegetarian options). Service is efficient and friendly. Prices are reasonable. Best Gazpacho of all time! read more

We're vegan. It's hard to find good vegan food at many places. This has both excellent vegan food as well as non-vegan so we can take our carnivore friends and relatives for a good time. read more

Very nice service and with a musical trio to add to atmosphere. It is a booth and bar type restaurant and food is OK for this type restaurant. read more

We love Sammy T's! The menu is all delicious and the staff is fantastic. Our bartender today, Calvin, makes the best vodka martini I've ever had. Absolutely top shelf! Our go to for drinks in Fredericksburg! read more

The food was good. The service was ok but he was either having a bad day or he was not a social person. It was really busy and loud. A typical bar. read more

Walking in and adjusting to the interior light for the first time in Sammy T's restaurant I was greeted by none other than one of the owners, Laura. Right away I could tell that she was the reason for the success of this restaurant. Standing next to her was a server ready to take over if needed. I was there to work on a book I was working on. I realized that although she knew that the restaurant would be busy, she sat me at the best table I feel in the house. Up front with an excellent view of the street. And when the restaurant did get filled almost to capacity the only concern was that I had enough to eat or drink during my two plus hour stay. I had four excellent servers making me feel that I always was ok. Being a writer and aware that table real estate can be an issue providing tables for all customers. I wanted to point out the professionalism showed by every staff member I came in contact with. I recommend coming anytime to enjoy a respite and meal from walking or touring historical Fredericksburg, Virginia at Sammy T's restaurant. For the record, I had the fried artichoke hearts, coffee and lemon water. The hearts were a little tart but delicious for a snack. I was also able to wrote a section of my book I was having difficulty in. The atmosphere a d service helped immensely. Come try, good food, good fun and most of all good people. Mahalo and Aloha read more

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