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    The Savory Grain

    4.1 (410 reviews)
    Open 9:30 am - 2:30 pm, 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Maria T.

    I loved the Savory Grain! I won't take it for grain-ted! The decor is dark, warm, and intriguing. We sat at a small table by the window and enjoyed seeing the busy Broad Street hustle and bustle. The food was amazing, incredible sandwiches and perfectly seasoned French fries. The menu is so diverse and well planned. Our service was impeccable, and we enjoyed lunching at this cool spot! I loved the small "pint" glasses we were served with that I asked if I could purchase some, and to my delight, the manager allowed me to buy two! I use them at home all the time and I love seeing the logo on the glasses to remind me of our lovely experience! We are definitely going back to explore more menu options !

    Savory Grain dining area. So cozy & intimate
    Hannah S.

    This was my first visit to Savory Grain. My husband took me to dinner there to celebrate my birthday. I really enjoyed every experience I had while dining at the restaurant, from the food to the decor to the service, every aspect of our time there was wonderful. I would definitely return to this restaurant again in the future. The decor was very festive. The service attentive & helpful. The food was melt in your mouth delicious. Savory Grain is definitely a restaurant I would recommend if you are looking for a small, intimate & cozy Saturday afternoon dining venue.

    Savory breakfast plate
    Dae E.

    Sunday brunch here is awesome. Live jazz, great service. I ordered the Savory breakfast plate with scrambled eggs and bacon. My waffle was delicious. My partner got the SG Benny -- eggs Benedict. He loved it! Our favorite part was the live jazz music. It created such a cool vibe for an already cozy atmosphere. I highly recommend this place for brunch. Enjoy!

    Crab Cakes / Fries/ Mac & Cheese
    Melissa J.

    Enjoyed dinner at Savory Grain. First appreciate the handicapped access with very convenient bathroom which is rare for older buildings. Staff was very attentive to my needs with use of a walker. Friendly wait staff. We parked on the street and didn't notice that there were parking spots on the side, until we left. That would be a good amenity to add on the web site - or with replies to reservations. We enjoyed the Brussels Sprouts appetizer for starters. Well cooked and we both loved the flavors of other components. There was a Loooooong wait for our entrees - which I didn't mind, except that the crowds and noise level increased while we waited. I had blackened salmon with dill sauce (not much dill) which was delicious and flakey while my husband had the crab cakes which had generous portions of lump crab meat, but my husband missed spice (old bay didn't really come through for him) and wanted more breading - (he's picky that way). Sides: zucchini and cornbread for me; fries and mac & cheese for him. The cornbread was notably Yankee cornbread - sweet, thick, cakey with a wonderful crust - but with my southern girl background, it was a difference- abet a delicious one. I was served zucchini when I ordered broccolini and was given zucchini as a substitute without checking with me first. I found it strange that at 6:30 reservation, the kitchen was already out of a staple on their menu. I was offered the chance to change the side if i wanted something else, but with the long wait, I was ready to eat. Zucchini was well cooked, but lacked any spice or citrus to make it shine. Husband appreciated hot fries and mac & cheese, but reported that it was nothing special - in both presentation (no crusty top or sprinkle of paprika to make it stand out) and taste (cheese was milder than expected). With the longer wait for our entrees came more dinner guests and the volume of conversation increased so that we couldn't really have a conversation without repeating ourselves and raising our voices. Savory Grain is overall a nice spot with decent food and an upbeat vibe. But I would caution anyone looking for a quiet, cozy setting to look elsewhere. I would revisit with a group with a more lively activity level. For this specific visit, three stars is all I can muster.

    Dead plant over our table
    Jay D.

    Scallops, steak, meatloaf, vegetarian options- something for most anyone. Lots of inducing side options- Mac n cheese, shoestring fries, broccolini, enticing salads like beats salad, wedge- the usual suspects. Very nice server and hostess. Steak was a lot more rare than my usual medium, broccoli slightly overcooked, my partners meatloaf was covered in spicey barbecue sauce with bacon wrap (bacon very under cooked). I'll definitely try again and go for a seafood option like the crabcakes or salad. My meal was just so-so. Not best fries in town. Good cocktails but on pricey side at $15 each. Again nice, but not a rockstar.

    Crab Cake Sandwich
    Sakinah P.

    The food was very good we went for brunch at 11:20am and it wasn't too busy yet but it was steady and got crowded. The crab cake sandwich was the special and very tasty plenty of meat no filler. The waffle was a nice blend of fluff and crisp. The shrimp and grits had a delectable flavor I found the sauce a little thin for my liking but flavorful. The service was good but the wait for our food was slow especially since it wasn't busy when we arrived and ordered. They brought us biscuits as an apology 2 minutes before our food finally arrived after ordering it 35/40 mins before. The jazz was a nice touch and distraction.

    Biscuits
    Paige S.

    Firstly let me say, the food here was fantastic!! The inside is cute. The music was great...There were just a few things during our brunch service that were a little less than ideal that made me give it 3 stars. Despite having a reservation we had to wait about 20 minutes for our table, and that was with me and my boyfriend running late to join our friends. We figured it was just a busy brunch so we let it slide. Secondly, it took a long time to get our food ordered and eventually delivered. There were many great specials and live music during brunch, and we had a lovely seat with cute decor, but this was a bit tough since we were already hungry and then met with more of a delay. I had wanted to order a latte but they didn't have an espresso machine, only drip, and I was fine with that, but they also didn't have any plant milk. Just cow milk, which as a lactose sensitive person, I just couldn't do it so I didn't order a coffee. That really bummed me since I figured at such a busy brunch spot in Richmond they would at least have almond or oat milk for coffee! That said, the food was incredible. Flaky buttery tasty biscuits. The salad was delicious, and I loved that there were so many quiche specials. We all left full and happy but the service was a bit lacking.

    Andrea A.

    Great drinks! Great service! And great food! I went on a Thursday night which featured a live jazz band. I appreciated the host asking if we wanted to sit closer to the band or not. The drink menu is well rounded giving creative cocktails with a variety of alcohol. I'm a huge gin fan and was excited to have multiple options on the menu. All the appetizers sounded good but we went for the spinach and crab dip. It had a nice little kick without being too much. For dinner I got the chicken pot pie which was perfect for a cold day. My friend got the meatloaf which was the perfect comfort food. My next venture to Savory Grain will be during their weekend brunch.

    Shrimp & Grits
    Liz P.

    The food was absolutely delicious. I got the shrimp & grits and cannot believe how incredible it tasted, and how much food it was! My fiancé got the scallops and it was unfortunately not enough food for him, but the shrimp and grits were so filling he was able to finish my plate! And we STILL had leftovers. Two happy hour wines, two appetizers (soup and salad), and two entrees ended up being $117 with a 20% tip. Overall, it was a great experience! I would go again for sure. The menu looked incredible and I had a hard time choosing.

    Savory Side Plate ( Side of Cornbread with butter, Side of Broccolini, Side Of Bok Choy, & Side Salad)
    Casey S.

    I went on a dinner date with a friend to the Savory Grain for the first time and I'm so happy that this was the restaurant we chose! Not only does it have a beautiful interior space but it also has has lots windows and an outdoor patio so you can enjoy your meal outside in some beautiful weather. The menu is full of American style food that is super delicious and comes in generous portions. I can't emphasize enough how this is most definitely a place with quality AND quantity. My friend loved the Farmhouse Salad with Grilled Salmon and I chose the Savory Sides plate. This gave me a chance their homemade cornbread, sauteed baby bok choy, broccolini, and a fresh side salad. All of it was so fresh and flavorful. There are lots of great menu options as well as daily specials so it's difficult to just pick one thing! The serving staff is super attentive and answers any questions you may have. They also have a tasty looking brunch menu that is also accompanied by a jazz band over the weekends. The restaurant isn't huge so I do recommend making reservations and arriving early to find parking, considering that it is located so close to downtown with the majority of parking options being street parking. However, definitely make sure you do everything possible to give The Savory Grain a try!

    Happy Hour menu ($5 drinks too)
    Eric B.

    My wife is out of town, so came here alone walking the dogs. Nice patio w a breeze and around 6 tables not encroacing on each other. Perfect. Lizzie was my server, but several came out to offer treats, water, and petting the dogs--too cool. I had bacon-wrapped jalapenos to start--cheap on happy hour--and a prosecco followed by whiskey sodas. For dinner I had a Cobb salad, which was outstanding. The blue cheese crumbles reall stood out, as did the presentation of the egg and the quality of real bacon pieces--not over-cooked and not bits--real squares of bacon. I'm on keto for a diet, so salads and meat are my vlosest friends, but I want to come back for the rest of the menu w my wife when I'm done (began at 223 in Feb and down to 199 now). Great atmosphere, the music piped outside was nice and completed the vibe / ambiance. Great service and I feel like I met most of the staff coming to see the dogs--just such a stellar experience. 5 stars.

    Bone-In Pork Chop
    Lisa G.

    Confession that this was a business expensed meal and that always makes it better! We were also on a weeknight, which meant plenty of space and great, attentive service. I started with a woodford reserve bourbon and coke. They have a nice bar selection (~10 bourbons) and others enjoyed some of the specialty cocktails. We tried a few apps. My favorites were the mussels and the brocollini. The warm and creamy sauce with the mussels and grilled bread was so good. The tomato bruschetta had a nice balsamic tang. For my meal, I got the grilled salmon. This was excellent and the honey garlic carrots were a great, elevated side item. We tried 4 desserts to share (8 of us). My ranking is below, all good, none quite as stand outs as the apps, entree or side. - Bread pudding - Key lime pie - Chocolate peanut butter pie - Chocolate cake Excellent meal; will definitely be back!

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    I've had better experiences here. I paid for a cold dry pork that was half the size I would have made at home. This place was great

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    Favorite Richmond spot!!! Always amazing food and service. Will be back to try brunch soon

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    Will you be Open Christmas?

    Hi Patrick, I’m sorry, but we’ll be closed for the day. Happy Holidays to you and your family!

    Are dogs allowed?

    Hi Ellen, Yes, we have a patio outside that is doggy friendly!

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