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    Shortys Diner

    3.5 (114 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Casual
    Dogs allowed

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    Maria T.

    Another perfectly nice brunch at Shorty's (see previous review). I realized I'm such a creature of habit and order the same breakfast when I come here, but they always get my eggs just right. Service was prompt, love the 50's feel and music. My friend got the club which looked yummy and I sneaked one of her cheesy fries with bacon bits and they were ok, a tad soggy but flavorful. They had some nice outdoor seating which was inviting on this spring day in the 70's!

    Gianna S.

    Always an amazing breakfast!! A true diner feel tucked into a shopping complex near willow lawn. The service is quick, staff is friendly and the food is solid!

    Soggy muffin, hash browns that weren't hashed etc

    Asked the waitress if the eggs Benedict was good, she replied, a lot of people order it..!! That doesn't mean it's good, just means a lot of people have made a mistake. The muffin was soggy, taste was sub par and the hash browns were barely warmed much less browned. The milk was lukewarm! Maybe try something else but for this meal I would pass....

    Shorty Special w/ a side of 1/2 order of Biscuits & Gravy
    Maggie D.

    I love a good ol' fashion diner. The atmosphere is what you would expect, loud conversations, everybody rushing from point A to point B, the owner walking around talking to regulars, the aroma of delicious coming from all over. It's a welcoming chaos. A friend had recommended this place. He has been coming here every week and we decided to stop by after Cars and Coffee. Man in my mind I knew what I was craving going in but when I stepped inside, all the delicious smells made me second guess myself. Thankfully I was able to eat a little bit of everything....and let me tell you -- damn was that good.

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    Deneen S.

    Sunday December 3 1:24 pm Came here for breakfast and ended up ordering lunch once I saw they had a Ruben sandwich. The hostess seated me almost immediately. The waitress was nice and took my order quick as well. Definitely a diner type atmosphere, family environment. There was a decent crowd when I came in, almost all the tables were full. The menu says the french fries are hand cut, usually I can tell, but I couldn't but regardless they are good. The Ruben is also very good! I didn't visit the bathroom, but I'm pleased with the experience. I'll definitely return for another Reuben and to try breakfast.

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    Derek R.

    My review is based on just one item, so it's not a judgment of all the food. I ordered a strawberry cheesecake pancake. It was tasty, but heavy. If you like your pancakes light and fluffy, these are not for you. It had the consistency of heavy wet plaster, yet was tasty. I only ordered one pancake and could not finish it. Coffee was a bit weak.

    Troy B.

    This was a surprise find! We originally were going to get something at Einstein's but when we went in there was no indoor seating... So no patronage from me. We walked down the mall to Shortys and boy I am glad! It was so good! The service was good and the food was really good. I had an egg and bacon burito and my wife had a breakfast sandwich and a chocolate chip pancake! Definitely a good breakfast stop! Large menu, plenty of parking, reasonable prices and friendly staff. That is a hard combination to find these days!!

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    Pleasant staff. At best mediocre food. Rock hard dry biscuit. Underwhelming hash browns. Never got my drink refilled.

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    Waitresses are friendly, menu is large and the portions generous for those weekend mornings when you've got a big appetite. Memorable place.

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    Good breakfast place! Good food! Service was outstanding! The waiter is extremely nice and helpful. I will definitely be going back!

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    Wasn't a fan of the food.. service was great though! .... . ....

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    Great food. Great atmosphere. Excellent customer service. The French toast is highly recommended.

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    Secret Sandwich Society

    4.2
    (1.7k reviews)
    4.8 mi
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    We loved the original in WV and were excited that there was one in Richmond. Sat at the bar and had…read morefun people watching. Started with Brussels and they were some of the best that I've ever had. We ordered the Rose Marie and Truman. Both delicious and filling. Good draft list and interesting cocktails. Service was great and noise levels weren't as loud as I expected from other reviews

    What a disappointment. Service was good, but very forgetful. Just think he was new…read more Food was disappointing. Fried Brussel sprouts with hot honey/balsamic/ feta were average. Not much flavor. Kids chicken strips were a chicken patty that was overcooked and cut up. Also came out lukewarm at best. The Rueben was soggy and had about three slices of meat on it. Very little sauce on the sandwich no and was charged for extra when I asked for more. Added the Parmesan truffle fries which were powered Parmesan with some truffle oil sprinkled on top. Again all lukewarm. The Timberwolf burger had maybe two jalapeño's on it and the onions were burnt. The regular burgers and kids are the same size. Housemade pickles were soggy and the cucumber skins were tough. The quality of food from when we had eaten here a couple years ago was subpar in comparison. If you are going to charge for upscale items then they need to be upscale in the quality of what you are serving. Will not be back.

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    Boulevard Burger & Brew

    Boulevard Burger & Brew

    4.0
    (565 reviews)
    2.4 mi
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    Feel like you're starring in Doug at Boulevard Burger & Brew! This spot is the ultimate pre or post…read moremovie date meal since it's across the street from Movieland. There is a small parking lot near the restaurant as well as one at the theater across the street. It's nice to see them reopened. I haven't been in a long time and really enjoy their creative and tasty burgers. There is a lot of natural lighting inside and great outdoor seating options. I love the retro vibe. Our waitress was really sweet and quick to take our order. It's a pretty casual space and the check come from a handheld tap machine. My friend and I both ordered the Boulevard Brew House Burger. It's HUGE and a monster to eat haha It has a lot of yummy classic burger stuff inside. We decided to share a large fry...which was too large for two people! The fries are really tasty so we did try to finish them. I highly recommend stopping here for a burger.

    Absolutely recommend I had a burger which was delicious and reasonably priced. My husband had a…read morespecial that he absolutely loved,empanadas. The empanada crust was so light and flaky. It's like nothing we ever had before and we think they should add it to their regular menu, it also came with a Moho sauce. That was incredible. It was absolutely delicious. We will definitely go back. Husband finished up with a pumpkin pie milkshake, which was also thick and delicious.

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    Inside old fashion counter
    Inside old fashion counter
    Build Your Own Burger
    Build Your Own Burger
    Dinner on the town!

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    Eazzy Burger

    Eazzy Burger

    4.3
    (166 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$

    My family and I were in town for a few hours on an errand and found Eazzy Burger on Yelp as we are…read morehuge burger fans. Parking in the area is a little difficult and Sunday at lunch is no different. We were able to find street parking a few blocks down and were happy to enjoy the Spring weather. Eazzy Burger is a bit off of W Leigh St but adjacent to Ardent Craft Ales. The shared outdoor patio was casual with a contemporary flare and filled with Richmond 20-somethings. We easily found a table, put our things down, and headed in to Eazzy Burger to place our orders. The first thing I noticed is how creative the menu is! Craft burgers with a variety of options... everyone will find something they like. You place you order at the counter and then wait at your table until they call your name so be prepared! It took about 20 minutes (10 minutes less than what they told us!) for our 5 top to get our orders. The burgers were massive and the fries were cooked to perfection. An order of fries was missed but when I mentioned it to the expeditor at the counter, he was quick to remedy the situation. All in all, a 5 star experience!

    The burger (with extra cheese of course ) was absolutely AMAZING! cheesy, juicy, and cooked…read moreperfectly. The Eazzy hot dog?? 10/10. I was not expecting it to hit like that! Even though it was busy when we went (around 5:00-5:40 pm), the service was still top-tier and super friendly. And the cookies & crème ice cream? That was the cherry on too! sweet, creamy perfection to end it all. Definitely coming back!

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    Rambler hotdog and Eazzy burger paired with a draft cola. Delicious!

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    Rambler hotdog and Eazzy burger paired with a draft cola. Delicious!
    Lunch. Supper!

    Lunch. Supper!

    4.4
    (2.3k reviews)
    2.3 mi
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    My partner and I had dinner at Lunch. Supper! last Friday, and it absolutely lived up to the hype…read more The atmosphere is casual, welcoming, and lively without feeling overwhelming. The menu has so many tempting options that it was hard to choose, but we both landed on the Hot Chicken Sandwich with cayenne butter--and we're glad we did. It had the perfect amount of heat: enough to bring some spice without overpowering the flavor. On the side, I ordered the green beans after our bartender/server highly recommended them. Normally, green beans wouldn't be my first choice, but they were seasoned perfectly and ended up being one of the biggest surprises of the meal. My partner chose the mac and cheese, which was the superior side (although both were excellent). The service was friendly, attentive, and genuine throughout the evening. Despite arriving on a Friday night without a reservation, we had no trouble getting a table. They only accept reservations for parties of 5-8, so I'm glad we decided to take our chances. One of my favorite parts of the evening was chatting with another guest at the bar. He and his wife shared several entrées with their young son, and they couldn't stop raving about the short ribs--which their son happily claimed for himself by the end of the meal! They also highly recommended the salmon, so we've already got ideas for our next visit. The only real downside has nothing to do with the restaurant itself: parking in Scott's Addition can be a challenge. I'd recommend allowing yourself some extra time to find a spot or, even better, taking a rideshare so you can start enjoying your evening right away. Lunch. Supper! has earned its reputation as a longtime Richmond favorite. Great food, excellent service, and a relaxed atmosphere make this an easy five-star recommendation. We'll definitely be back.

    Was passing through Richmond, and a lot of my friends recommended LUNCH.SUPPER! for brunch. My…read morepartner and I were seated promptly. Only street parking is available, but it wasn't too difficult to find a spot. The atmosphere: Very rustic vibe with some farmhouse-style decor. They have table, high-top, bar, and patio seating available. The food: I opted for the Chicken and Waffles with a side of cheese grits. I chose to make it hot for more spice. It's served with one whole waffle, two large pieces of fried chicken, and syrup on the side. The chicken was not seasoned as much as I hoped and wasn't as spicy as I expected, which was a bummer. The cheese grits were alright as well, but not as flavorful as I hoped. My partner ordered the Double Barrel Bowl, and he really enjoyed it. It was packed with pulled pork and was plentiful and filling. The service: Great and kind service from Mave (I believe that is her name but I'm not entirely sure). She informed us about the daily specials and was attentive throughout our visit.

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    Pimento cheese & fried green tomatoes
    Pimento cheese & fried green tomatoes
    Even the water is cool!!

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    Even the water is cool!!
    Liberty Public House

    Liberty Public House

    4.4
    (320 reviews)
    6.1 mi
    $$

    Food is always good, service, not so much. We gave our name to the hostess, she said it would be 15…read moreto 20 min, so we walked around the block. Did 1 lap and came back which took 5 min at best. Never got a text saying our table was ready. When we got back from our 1 lap around the block, there were multiple tables available, still no text saying our table was ready. There were 2 seats available at the bar, which in any other restaurant is FCFS, so we took a seat. The hostess came up to us and said that the bar was already requested by 2 other guest who were waiting and asked us to move to a table. We moved to a table where it took us over 10 min to get our drink order in. Drinks did not come right out, took another 10 min to get a sweet tea. It was 2pm and they were not slammed busy during this time. Will prob take our business elsewhere next time. Did not feel welcomed by any means. This was not our first time here. Seems like every time we come, there's always an issue with the service. Food is great though.

    Liberty Public House prides itself on being a lesbian-owned restaurant in Richmond, which is very…read moreevident in the decor- rainbows everywhere, which I love! It's a very popular restaurant, so today, when we entered, while we were greeted right away, there was a 30 minute wait. The time actually went by relatively fast, and by the time we were seated, large cups of ice water were already there at our table, as well as a carafe to refill them. There's no physical menus, instead you scan a QR code which brings you to their menu. They have lots of drink options, including several specialty cocktails, beers, and ciders. Our waiter was super sweet and attentive, and the food came out relatively quickly. For my drink, I ordered a local cider from a Virginia ciderie, as well as the It's A Wrap, which has cheddar, ranch, mixed greens, tomatoes, onions, peppers, and your choice of protein (I got tofu). I also got a side of the Mac and cheese, which I could tell was made in house. Super creamy and flavorful with a hint of spice. My wrap was also insanely good! I'm impressed by the amount of vegetarian options here. Any burger can be made both gluten free or vegan, and the choices of protein make it more accessible for everyone who comes in. I'm really happy we were recommended this place!

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    Liberty Public House
    Beach bowl with salmon
    Beach bowl with salmon
    Drip coffee

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    Burger Bach

    Burger Bach

    3.5
    (829 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$

    The first time I came here, I was visiting from FL. We sat in their dining area to the left and I…read moreremember feeling that this burger was like butter. The best I've had. On this visit, I now live here and finally came back after 3 years. We were seated in their main dining area which made the experience for me totally different since we were cramped and by the door. We ordered our burgers and chicken sandwich and it was delicious, but just didn't have that same impression. Don't get me wrong food was good. It was just different. The thing I love here is the sauce options you can get with your order. Don't skip on trying them. Their burgers come with a salad and I wish there was another option like small fries or chips. Paying additional for fries makes the burger too expensive. Overall, I do recommend Burger Bach especially in Carytown where you can walk around afterwards. Just hoping they rethink those sides.

    Since they have a parking space, parking was not a problem even though it's in Carytown. Walked in…read moreon a Sunday evening. Got seated right away at a corner which was cozy. It was not busy at that time and noise level was less than average. Our server was okay; her resting face made her appear serious and unapproachable. The Green GOAT was okay for me. It had New Zealand lamb, cilantro sauce, goat cheese, grilled green apple, and chimichurri. The fries were regular; nothing special. No desserts here.

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    Burger Bach
    North Lamb Burger and side salad
    North Lamb Burger and side salad
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