Cancel

Open app

Search

Trouvaille

4.8 (37 reviews)
Closed Closed

Trouvaille Photos

Business Info

TROUVAILLE ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?

You might also consider

Recommended Reviews - Trouvaille

Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
Yelp app icon
Browse more easily on the app
Review Feed Illustration

Reviews With Photos

House bread and steak tartare
Stephanie A.

First time at Trouvaille and it certainly won't be our last! I went last night with friends to celebrate my birthday, and start to finish was a great experience. We shared some house bread, steak tartare, and duck dumplings (not pictured). Everything was divine, but the duck dumplings were memorable!! Highly recommend trying it, even if you're weary about duck. For the entree, I had the beef short ribs and wow, SO good. The short ribs were tender, juicy, and full of flavor. They were accompanied with house made kimchi and it was out of the world. I'm not a huge kimchi fan in general, but I'm convinced they have converted me. Absolutely incredible. Highly recommend Trouvaille, go try them out!

Really a 4.5. Lovely dark restaurant and bar. We showed up early without a reservation and were seated at bar which was perfect for us. Ordered a number of small plates and cocktails which all arrived fairly quickly and hot! All of it was delicious. Lots of flavor and depth. Bartender was excellent and talked us through many of the cocktails and answered all our questions. We would definitely go back. Menu is limited but for us that was great.

House Bread
Britney B.

My partner and I stopped by for dinner on Valentine's Day. Parking is limited to street parking, but that's expected--it's Richmond. I love the restaurant's high ceilings and minimalistic dark interior. From the outside, it doesn't look very large, but inside, it's surprisingly spacious with a beautifully romantic ambiance. Our server was incredibly kind and attentive--I wish I had caught her name to give her a proper shoutout. We started with the house bread, which was decent but didn't particularly stand out. The salt flakes on top were unexpected, and the garlic butter wasn't quite enough for us to finish the bread. For our entrées, I ordered the Steak Frites, and my partner had the Rockfish. My steak was cooked to a perfect medium rare, and the Cognac Cream Sauce complemented it beautifully, elevating the overall flavor. As is our habit, my partner and I sampled each other's dishes. However, I wasn't aware that the Rockfish was served with cashew cream (totally my fault for not reading the menu enough), which led to an allergic reaction. We immediately informed our server, and thankfully, my reaction wasn't too severe. She acted quickly to replace my dish to prevent further cross-contamination and mentioned that her son also has a nut allergy, so she truly understood my situation. Her care and efficiency really stood out, making an otherwise rough moment much easier to handle. Despite feeling unwell afterward, I still appreciated the exceptional service and the quality of the food--even the Rockfish (before my reaction) was excellent.

Short ribs
Emily M.

One of THE best meals I've ever had, and one I'll dream about!!! Vibe is cool and a combo of retro meets speakeasy. There are two rooms and a bar in each. The front room is more speakeasy like with dark walls. That's my preference. The food was phenomenal! The Chef has an incredible talent! Make sure to get the short ribs and the filet. Perfectly cooked and amazing flavors! We'll be back for sure!!!

48 Hour Braised Short Rib...do I even need to say more?
Kristina J.

Oh my goodness where do I even begin? Trouvaille is truly a culinary art installation located in Richmond. While nestled in an unassuming black building, walking inside you're transported to a vintage feeling, cozy and dare I say romantic atmosphere. I was lucky enough to find them on Instagram where they advertised their cocktail dinner where we would be able to experience 5 courses all with their own delicious paired cocktail. Each dish was so carefully crafted and the chef truly seems to enjoy what he does. I have experienced tasting menus before but this one took the cake. It truly consisted of flavors, ideas and pairings that I would have never thought of. It was truly a novel experience that I would recommend to anyone. Now if food is not your thing. The cocktails that were served were not only amazing but unique. The bartender truly cared about what he was serving and we experienced drinks that not only were delicious but intriguing. From tomato and black pepper to pumpkin seed milk to Brioche. I was so confused reading the pairings but then so excited as they touched my tongue. This place is truly a deviation from the bland and normal in the best of ways. The service was impeccable, the food was amazing and the drinks stole the show. Trouvaille is *THE* destination if you want to experience something quirky, experimental and downright delicious. I must say that I truly hope they continue these dinners because I will be the first to put my deposit down again and again.

Steak frites with chicken gnaw sauce, rockfish with savoy cabbage in cashew cream, crab pasta.
Shakira K.

3/25/2025 A wonderful experience and definitely will look forward to returning! We really enjoyed our time at the bar before dinner. Thank you Joe for treating us to tasty pre-dinner cocktails. For appetizers we shared Beef tartare, bread, and duck dumplings. The dumplings were rich and luxurious in the most delicious way.. yummy! Beef tartare was delicate yet tasty. Butter was lovely but the bread was meh. For dinner we dove into steak frites, rockfish and crab pasta. Serious eats people! Steak was perfection in a cognac sauce and French fries .. Rockfish was perfectly cooked with a crispy skin and served over a bed of savoy cabbage in a cashew sauce. Y'all ... this is THE BEST way to enjoy cabbage! Crab pasta was tasty but paled in comparison to the other two entrees. Dessert.. of course! I dare anyone to taste the candy bar and not enjoy the perfect combination of peanut butter mouse, dark chocolate, over a graham cracker crust. So well executed! Thank you Mary for the amazing service! We thoroughly enjoyed our evening at Trouvaille and look forward to returning.

Chris V.

I love Trouvaille and have gate kept this for too long. This is a great local eatery nestled in the fan next to Lombardy market. The interior features a dark and moody ambiance and there is a back patio dining area as well. I've ordered everything off their menu which is fantastic! The ingredients are fresh, local and seasonal. Items range from $10-$20 for apps, $20-$45 for the entrees, my favorite are the short ribs and salmon which are cooked to perfection and not skimpy on the portions. Drinks are well balanced as well. Service is friendly and attentive, you'll never have to wait for water or your bill. There's happy hour from 4pm-6pm. The restaurant hasn't been busy when they first open so I've never had an issue getting a seat, but I do anticipate this restaurant getting harder to get into as people discover it. +1 Vibe +1 Taste +1 Presentation +1 Service +1 Value

Duck Breast
Lila S.

Food was incredible. Chef was accommodating of my allergies (he said he was willing to make me something off menu if I didn't see something I liked that was allergy friendly). Our server was wonderful and helped with whatever request she could. 1000/10 - Trouvaille I wish you nothing but success!! Must order: cauliflower, duck breast

Gnocchi
Clark H.

Food: smoked seafood dip had chunks of shrimp, hot bread, and was served warm with a dill garnish. A warm comforting dip served with buttery bread that ranks among the best I've ever had. Star of the dinner was the koji beef pasta. Made with hand made tagliatelle, shaved koji beef, cremini mushrooms, mustard greens, miso, and pecorino, the level of flavor and texture was next level and probably my second favorite pasta dish I've ever had in Richmond. The gnocchi was pretty good as well, the only downside was that the gnocchi were a tad bit overdone. Cocktails were amazing and balanced and all in all, is well worth a visit. Service: really great service that was attentive and fast. Food came out with great timing and we felt pretty well taken care of here. Ambiance: super cool interior that was very minimalist and cool. Seeing it from the huge windows in front from the outside really drew us in. Very cozy and hip.

Braised Beef Short Ribs
Sarah M.

We travelled to Richmond this weekend and had the pleasure of trying this new restaurant in the Fan district, Trouvaille! From the moody decor, the timely food service, and inclusive, fun menu selections (we love good vegetarian options!), this is a notable new Richmond food spot! We started out with the heirloom carrots, heirloom tomatoes, and house bread. All 3 were phenomenal starters. The strawberry and leek house butters that accompanied the buttery, toasted house bread were incredibly delicious and everyone agreed we could have had 3 more orders of this. The heirloom carrots and tomatoes were refreshing and had lovely acidity in both dishes. All entrees ordered were remarkable. The braised beef short ribs were accompanied with house kimchi which had amazingly strong garlic flavor (which i LOVE on my kimchi), the sushi rice was crisp on the outside and sticky on the inside, and the coconut curry was incredibly rich - the only harp i had on this is that the short ribs could have been a tad more tender. The curried cauliflower steak was so full of flavor - a bite with all the ingredients together was perfectly balanced - the spice of the green curry was balanced by the creaminess of the black bean puree and acidity of the pickled mustard seeds and shallots. The bolognese pasta was thin and nicely cooked, and the meat and sauce accompaniment was rich and warming, exactly what you crave in a bolognese. The parisian gnocchi were thick and starchy, a fun take on gnocchi, and paired with lovely buttery beech mushrooms. The shrimp & grits was a wonderful creamy, meaty, and rich dish - the tasso ham added a savory, salty flavor to the creamy grits. I will definitely be back here next time I'm in Richmond to try some more of their delicious, seasonal dishes! APPS *Heirloom Carrots: orange chimichurri, salsa macha *Heirloom Tomatoes: house bread, ricotta, vincotto, mint *House Bread: strawberry butter, leek butter ENTREES *Braised Beef Short Ribs: coconut curry, crispy sushi rice, house kimchi *Curried Cauliflower Steak: thai green curry, black bean puree, pickled shallots, pickled mustard seeds *Bolognese: house pasta, brisket, pomodoro tomato sauce, ricotta, herbed bread crumbs *Parisian Gnocchi: beech mushroom, broccolini, garlic cream *Shrimp & Grits: tasso ham, onion, tomato pan sauce

Short Rib
Daniel F.

Trouvaille is great new location that you have to try. Between the craft cocktails, great food, and outstanding service, trouvaille is a great spot for night out, date night, or happy hour. My wife and I sampled the Short Rib and the Filet. Both were wonderful. The short rib stood out though. It was incredibly tender and flavorful and layered on bed of crispy rice. It was great combination of flavor and textures. For drinks we tried Duck Season and True vibes. Both were surprising, complex, and delicious. If you are not sure just trust the bartender, Austin. He is one of the best bartenders in Richmond. All in all this a great place to visit. The staff is friendly and the food is great. If you haven't been you are missing out. Highly recommend

See all

6 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0

17 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 months ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 0
Love this 4
Oh no 0

7 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

8 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

1 month ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

1 month ago

Elliot provided excellent service, the food was fantastic and we didn't have to scream at each other to be heard.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 1

9 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 4
Thanks 3
Love this 4
Oh no 2

1 month ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 5
Thanks 2
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of Lila S.
0
34
21

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 0

9 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Sam P.
88
1
0

8 months ago

The Brunch is PHENOMENAL! A good variety of breakfast and lunch items offered. The staff was very friendly and accommodating!

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

11 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

6 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 0

8 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

9 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 1

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

9 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

We had an amazing dinner here! Great ambiance, food and drinks... will definitely be back!

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Tom M.
48
55
6

1 year ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 1
Love this 2
Oh no 0

2 years ago

The cocktails were delicious. The food was incredible. Service was awesome. THE BREAD WAS TO DIE FOR. Just get it.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

Ask the Community - Trouvaille

You might also consider

Lillie Pearl - Dads Breakfast Sandwich

Lillie Pearl

(727 reviews)

$$

Jackson Ward, Downtown

This was my 2nd visit to Lillie Pearl at their new location at 305 Brook Road. I absolutely love…read morethe new location. The decor and the ambiance are invigorating & soul soothing concurrently. On both occasions I ate in the upstairs dining area & I really enjoyed being able to look out their windows & observe the hustle & bustles of Broad Street while dining. The music that played in the background while we dined was the perfect aural companion to a down home Southern cuisine centered meal. As you know, I love when the music in the restaurant compliments the cuisine & Lillie Pearl's playlist is top notch. During our dining time, we ordered their Smoked Wings as our appetizer. The wings were perfectly seasoned & visually appealing. However, I found them to be a bit dry & overcooked for my taste. My dining companion, however, had no problem with the wings texture. She enjoyed them very much. For my main meal, I ordered their Wild Game Burger[a mixture of Waygu Beef, Bison & Wild Boar] with a side order of Fries. The burger was cooked perfectly. It was well seasoned & juicy. The fries were delicious. They were crispy and also perfectly seasoned. I could have eaten a whole plate of just the fries alone. I ordered a cocktail to complement my meal, the Sweetest Thing. It was bright, crisp & a perfect drink for my food. As for Customer Service, Our server was courteous & attentive & knowledgeable about any menu changes we needed to be aware of. Also of note for me was that I had a reservation I needed to change to an earlier time slot & the staff was able to accommodate my request expediently. I also appreciated the fact that they informed me in advance that they were still on the Lunch menu & not dinner as my initial reservations had requested. I find that type of honesty & transparency refreshing & is definitely one of the reasons I will ALWAYS be a loyal Lillie Pearl customer.

First time at Lillie Pearl. First off, the location is excellent. Right in the heart of downtown…read more And the space is spectacular. The interior decor is very retro, very cool. On to the meat and potatoes: Got seated quickly (had a res). Server (Caleb) was attentive, but not overbearing which was nice. Helped me out with ordering the brussel sprouts, suggesting them as a side instead of the appetizer (since it was just me) which was cool. Food: Phenomenal. Ordered the braised short ribs with a side of fried brussel sprouts. Short ribs were meaty, super tender, flavorful and plentiful. Served over mashed potatoes. With a (large) side of really good collard greens. The brussel sprouts were different from any other brussel sprout I've ever had. Very much had a "kung pao chicken" vibe to them (that's what Caleb called it, and he was right). Really really good. Only downmark is on the banana pudding. It was "good" don't get me wrong.....but it was super sweet and didn't have any real bananas or Nilla wafers in it. I would have been happy if the serving was 1/2 the size it was (because it was so sweet, couldn't eat the whole thing). Just came off as overly commercial. All in all a great meal, and a great start to a Saturday evening.

Lillian - Lobstahh

Lillian

(46 reviews)

Scott's Addition

Lillian is absolutely delicious. I had the best shrimp I have ever eaten here, served on the…read moreseafood tower my sister and I shared. Every bite was better than the last. They offer a variety of sauces and flavors that really elevate the seafood and make the experience feel unique and interactive. It was such a fun meal to share, comparing each bite and talking through all the different flavors. The service was excellent. Our waitress was knowledgeable about everything we ordered and made great recommendations. The atmosphere is just as impressive. The decor is simple but thoughtfully elevated, and sitting at the bar area feels like you have stepped out of Richmond and into somewhere like New York City. I also love following Lillian on social media to keep up with their latest specials. I would highly recommend it to anyone who loves seafood.

Hats off to the staff at Lillian who continue to be wonderful, but now that they have scrapped…read moretheir dollar oyster lunch specials, the food has absolutely nothing to offer. Like too many restaurants in the Scott's Addition area, this is seafood cooked without finesse and then absolutely brutalized with absurd amounts of palate fatiguing, brash, loud flavors. Every item on the menu endeavors to conceal mediocrity in the quality and handling of the ingredients with explosive, overwhelming additives meant to shock you into submission. Things like black garlic and chili oil, raw garlic, sesame seed oil, and punishing heat are inescapable on the menu, which really says to me loud and clear "we do not understand the appeal of seafood, and might have a fundamental misunderstanding about good food in general." I don't exaggerate when I say these dishes would be improved (setting aside things like inability to properly cook octopus) by scaling back the flavors to 5-10% the loudness level they are currently at, to let the ingredients speak, and to make the dining experience less of a punishing marathon with no relief. I have had much subtler and more skillfully balanced dishes at Indian and Thai restaurants, cuisines known for strong flavor profiles. I'm through listening to these Richmond restaurants trying to excuse simply bad food by claiming "that's the nature of the cuisine." In this case, Lillian claims that dishes characterized by these cacophonous competing flavors is "South American." No it isn't - the person conceptualizing the dishes is just a bad chef who doesn't know what he's doing, and at the prices Lillian charges, that's inexcusable. Drowning every dish in flavors that overwhelm the palate is not a way to respect your ingredients or your diner, and only communicates youth and insecurity. Anyone who's eaten widely and knows their ingredients will rightly feel assaulted and insulted by this overpriced, unskilled fare. To anyone who decides to go anyway: Good luck with the digestive distress, and with the taste that will still be left over in your mouth the next morning, no matter how much you brush your teeth.

Reveler Experiences

Reveler Experiences

(43 reviews)

Carytown

Révéler is the kind of place that defies easy description, which is exactly what makes it worth…read morevisiting. The décor is wildly eclectic and definitely gives the spot a unique feel. I was there for a private event. The crowd was warm and wonderfully mixed. There was a little chat before the event began that basically told us to not get kicked out by being mean or non-inclusive. Not sure how I felt about that. Parking in Carytown is its own contact sport. Come early -- your blood pressure will thank you. I parked 6 blocks away and was lucky to get that. Bottom line: Weird, welcoming, and worth every lap around the block looking for a spot if you're into crowds and are looking for something different.

Came here with friends and it seems like a cool spot, especially for an older crowd. We purchased…read moretickets expecting a jazz experience, but the music was not jazz at all, which was a bit disappointing. The art exhibitions were nice and definitely interesting to walk through. The charcuterie board we ordered was excellent and a highlight of the night. The location is also great for nightlife. That said, the drinks didn't quite hit the mark for me, and the service was inconsistent. We were told guests are expected to be quiet during the sets, yet another group was talking loudly and nothing was addressed, which felt a bit uneven. Overall, it's not a place I'd return to, and I wouldn't recommend it if you're looking for a more diverse crowd.

Grandstaff & Stein

Grandstaff & Stein

(345 reviews)

$$

Shockoe Bottom

A must stop in the downtown Richmond area!…read more It's truly a speakeasy with the door posing as a bookshelf. To get in, you must know the password or tell the host a joke that makes him laugh. We were escorted in and quickly noticed that this was more than a speakeasy-it was a full restaurant. We stopped in for drinks, but it was nice to have tapas. I got the popcorn with the Tequilla lime butter, which was the perfect balance of salt. I had a mezcal drink which was perfect! I'm such a fan of mezcal and am excited when I see it on the menu. Our waitress was a delight-super attentive and also a bartender so she was able to answer all of our drink questions. It was very spacious with outdoor seating. Definitely a 10/10 experience. I would definitely go again!

My son just graduated from AIT school and wanted a good steak…read more We made reservations here since they had several options for reasonably priced steaks. He loved his steak and the sides. It was cooked perfectly. I had the shrimp andouille. It was delicious. We were greeted cheerfully at the door. The wait staff was very good. The restaurant had moderate noise since there was a large party celebrating a birthday. But I was impressed that there were obvious regulars at the bar. The biggest impression they made was calling me after I left a personal item on the seat next to me. While it wasn't something of large value, the fact that they found my number from the reservation and called meant so much to me. Highly recommend

Trouvaille - cocktailbars - Updated May 2026

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...