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    3 years ago

    I enjoyed the great atmosphere and espresso, quick service, center of town, and tasty bites

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    Millstone Social - Grilled chicken sandwich and fries

    Millstone Social

    4.4(42 reviews)
    10.5 km
    $$

    Millstone, Saturday night! We stroll in, feeling spontaneous and ready for adventure. The hostess…read moregreets us with a smile and immediately hits us with: "15-20 minute wait." Cool, except... half the tables were sitting there just waiting to be used. We ask about eating at the bar--nope, "not allowed." We walk in to order a drink while we wait and people are happily feasting at the bar. Before we could even sip the drinks we ordered, our table was suddenly ready. It was like the restaurant gods flipped a switch: awkward start over, let the good times roll. From then on, the night was smooth sailing. Our server was a rockstar. Attentive, friendly, and somehow always appearing right when we needed them. Now let's talk food. The mac and cheese. Oh. My. Goodness. Forget everything you thought you knew about mac and cheese. This wasn't a side dish--it was a life event. Creamy, cheesy perfection that deserves its own fan club. I'd come back just for that bowl of happiness. So yes, the beginning was a little sitcom-worthy, but Millstone redeemed itself in a big way. Great vibe, great food, and a must-visit in downtown Richmond. If you haven't been, stop depriving yourself and go already.

    Think upscale sports bar! As a solo diner I had the option to sit at the bar, but requested a small…read moretable and was seated at a half booth, which was perfect for me. It was slow on a Wed evening and I felt relaxed to enjoy my dinner and book. Service was attentive and efficient, while mindful that I was clearly in no rush. Highly recommend the Old Fashioned - it was perfection. Added filet to my salad and ordered a side of Mac & enjoyed every bite!

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    Millstone Social - Chicken Bacon Cheddar Quesadillas

    Chicken Bacon Cheddar Quesadillas

    Millstone Social - Margarita and draft beer

    Margarita and draft beer

    Millstone Social - The club sandwich and fries

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    The club sandwich and fries

    Jackson's Restaurant - Philly Cheese steak

    Jackson's Restaurant

    4.5(234 reviews)
    10.5 km
    $

    The service is always good and the food is always hot and delicious. My only problem is having to…read moredecide between all the great choices. Breakfast is served all day and there's always great food on the buffet or you can order from the menu. If you like comfort food, this is the place to go!

    I've heard it said before that if you want home cookin', then eat at home. I normally subscribe to…read morethis belief. It's one reason I don't go out for breakfast ~ I can make a pretty good breakfast at home. No use paying someone to do something I can do. So, going into Jackson's restaurant, a mom and pop restaurant specializing in home cooked style food, I had my doubts. Walking up to what resembled a school cafeteria lunch line only furthered my doubts. And, seeing the sheer number of different options sitting out behind the glass window only furthered my suspicions. Look, I was wrong. The food here is really good. The service is super friendly and helpful. I was so overwhelmed by all the choices I just told the lady behind the glass counter to pick me something. She obliged with a kindness that made me think she knew me somehow. She chose the chicken and dumplings, beef stew, apples, and two different types of corn bread. Now, I thought initially, and she even admitted, that the chicken and dumplings/beef stew mix was a little unorthodox, but that they were both so good I had to try them. Both were fantastic. The apples were awesome. I liked both types of corn bread. When I got up to leave, she called me over to the counter and said that since it was my first time there, I'd get a free dessert. You all, I was too full to even try. The food here is both tasty and filling. I was in Richmond for a conference at Eastern Kentucky University. So it was really convenient to stop by. But I'd say that even if you're remotely close, it's worth a visit. Don't, as I did, judge a book by its cover.

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    Jackson's Restaurant - Dining room at Jackson's Restaurant, Richmond

    Dining room at Jackson's Restaurant, Richmond

    Jackson's Restaurant - Colonel Burger in front, Sunrise in back both with seasoned fries

    Colonel Burger in front, Sunrise in back both with seasoned fries

    Jackson's Restaurant - Menu 12/30/2023

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    Menu 12/30/2023

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