One of the best restaurants I've visited. Ambiance was nice, seated right away, music was great (if…read moreyou're into 90s r&b), service was outstanding, and the food was some of the best I've had. I had the sweet potato cornbread, crispy salmon, with a side of collards. My wife had the oysters (with a really tasty hot sauce) and the crab cake (no filler). Everything was savory and light, cooked to perfection. We were both stuffed as we walked away from this gem!

Beautiful decor…read more Had: Short rib burrito Shrimp, shrimp, and grits day and night espresso martini Attentive service, quick and there when you need it Reasonably priced yet high end style.

This is a great spot that we found while traveling through downtown Richmond. It's a short walk…read morefrom the Hilton, and right in the middle of other shops, restaurants and a church across the street. We were seated at a wonderful spot right at the front window facing Grace Street, ideal for people watching and a nice setting overall. Our server, Jennifer was quick to approach and offer drinks and menu suggestions. I had the scallops accompanied by a very tasty potato rosti, fennel/apple salad and fried pork belly bits. It was absolutely delicious - one of the best meals I've had in a while. I was drinking iced tea, which came with a little mint kick to it - I no longer drink alcohol with meals, but they appear to have quite a few creative cocktails as well. While this is likely a higher end restaurant for the area, I found the price averaging about $70 per person all in, including drinks, tip and tax to be quite a reasonable value overall. With wonderful service, incredible food, reasonable prices, and a beautiful dining room, this is certainly a place that I'd revisit again when traveling through or to Richmond.

I had a delicious birthday dinner at Julep's! It came recommended by my brother and sister in law…read moreand I'm so glad my fiancé and I tried it. It's a mix of elevated Southern cuisine with some French influences. It was my birthday. They were even sweet enough to give me one of their special birthday, menus. The restaurant is very classy and mostly wooden with lots of candles everywhere, so it's perfect for a formal dinner or a date night. We were treated to some free gazpacho, which was light and refreshing. Each table also gets complimentary cornbread muffins and butter, absolutely delicious! I ordered the She Crab Soup and a side brussel sprouts. I really enjoyed both, the Brussels were extremely crispy, so I'd recommend telling them not to cook them as much if that's not your preference. The soup was very creamy and flavorful, I like the southern ham that they added. My fiancé ordered the duck and we both really enjoyed it! I highly suggest you give Julep's a try!

I've been wanting to go here for the longest time and finally did. Now I understand why it's always…read morebooked! It's a historic place that used to be a boarding house that became a drug store then restaurants. Ambiance was casual. Service was very good. Our server Louise took good care of us. Food was delicious! I love the grilled Albemarle peaches. Perfect for this weather. Mix of sweetness and saltiness from cheese with some spice from chili oil. It was so good. The crispy pig tail was also wonderful. For the entrees, we got grilled pork belly and butter braised half chicken. The chicken was creamy, tender and very flavorful. The pork belly was soft, flavorful and really went well with the grits and collards. Our desserts were also heavenly. The miso banana panna cotta was light and very good. My favorite was the chocolate cloud semifreddo. The cold semifreddo and the warm strawberry preserves definitely complemented each other. I love this place. Will definitely be back!

So been here twice in 4 months and can definitely say it's in my family's top three for favorite…read morerestaurants in Richmond. Love the decor and ambience, service is friendly and helpful and the food and drinks are all creative and delicious. Our second time out we ordered these for cocktails: Daybreak Seersucker Stevie's spell Amelia Earhart Nutty professor We all liked our drinks and mostly each others as well lol. I usually don't order rum drinks but my son's nutty professor was very good especially with the fresh nutmeg on top. For apps we got the shishito peppers, deviled eggs and the grilled albemarle peaches. We enjoyed all of them but my favorite was the peaches and everyone else loved the deviled eggs. For entrees we got the fried catfish, buttermilk braised brisket, grilled pork belly and pan roasted scallops. We all ordered well! We liked the bites from everyone's dish but liked what we ordered for ourselves best. I got the brisket which had such flavor and depth. Had a really healthy portion too so had to box up half and bring it home which is awesome. Parking is on the street which can be a challenge but the walk isn't too bad if it's nice weather. Has a ramp to the entrance which makes it handicap friendly.

Great local sports bar with numerous big screens, a fun crowd, and friendly and attentive staff…read more They've got good bar food (cheesy french fries were just what we needed) and reasonably priced drinks.

Sunday staple. Good food, fair prices. Not too busy at all for brunch, good vibes. Great for the…read morecommanders games, but a little too insane for Thursday night football.

I've been to this place a few times and I meant to to take the pictures but I accidentally deleted…read morethem so just settle with the two pictures I have while I talk about them lol but anyway here's my review of Village Cafe: Service 9/10: I don't have much to say about the service but the staff were pretty friendly and helpful. Inside 8.5/10: The inside has this chill and calming feeling but the booths feel a little bit small and tight but overtime I didn't mind. Food 10/10: And here we go. For the appetizer I ordered Pizza Cheese Fries and they were delicious and my Calzone was cooked amazingly well and cheesy. From my previous visits I ordered a Steak Burrito, Fried Chicken Club, Italian Sausage Sub and a Country Fried Steak with Eggs and 2 pancakes. Every single item was cooked to crispy and savory perfection. Overall, this is the perfect place for Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch or Dinner and I highly recommend. 9.5/10

Having attended VCU, I've been to The Village Cafe so many times over the years that I've lost…read morecount. Service is fast and friendly, portions are huge, and the food is always good. I'm a big fan of their calzones, which are bigger than the plate they come on, and their milkshakes. It's dive-y but worth checking out for a bite while in the area, especially for late-night comfort eats!

We celebrated our wedding anniversary at The Stables at Belmont, and it was an unforgettable dining…read moreexperience from beginning to end. The service immediately made us feel special. When they learned we were celebrating our anniversary, they surprised us with warm bread and house-made herbed butter on the house, a thoughtful touch that set the tone for the evening. We started with the Lamb Lollipops and the Slow-Braised Pork Belly, and both were exceptional. The flavors were rich, balanced, and incredibly well executed. Every bite was cooked to perfection and left us excited for the next course. My spouse had the Bone-In Pork Rib Chop with roasted peaches, haricot verts, roasted poblano cornbread, and pickled peach mustard. This dish was absolutely phenomenal. Every component complemented the others beautifully. The sweetness of the peaches, the slight tang of the mustard, the savory pork, and the cornbread all came together in a way that felt thoughtful and perfectly balanced. It wasn't just delicious, it was memorable. To finish, we shared the Mascarpone Cheesecake with oat and almond crumble and summer berry ice cream. Heavenly doesn't even begin to describe it. It was light, creamy, and decadent without being overly sweet. Combined with the crumble and berry ice cream, it was the perfect ending to an incredible meal. Every single bite we had seemed to melt in our mouths. The quality of the ingredients, the attention to detail, and the flawless execution were evident in every dish. If you're looking for a restaurant that delivers exceptional food, outstanding service, and a truly special dining experience, The Stables at Belmont should be at the top of your list. We can't wait to return.

First time at The Stables and I don't know why I haven't heard more people talking about it. Food…read moretaste is top notch, nothing is too much or too little. Serving portions are more than enough and the starters could be eaten as a meal. We went for a date night without a reservation and ate at the bar. The bartender, Zach was really in his element. He made the experience even better. Wonderful experience. We will be back every season to see the changing menu options.

The new owners are delightful and their standards have greatly improved. We will be returning here…read moreregularly.

Yum, yum, yum!!!! The mussel in wine/garlic sauce appetizer…read morewas absolutely amazing and my carbonara main course was as good as any I had in Portugal! Wait staff was pleasant and knowledgeable especially concerning local IPA's!! Definitely recommended!

So, I'm not a big breakfast guy. I tend to just eat lunch for breakfast. Once I get to Helen's,…read morethere is a 20 minute wait, so naturally, I was a bit defeated. I tried to audible to Bar-q right away. My girlfriend was real high on Helen's, so I stuck it out. After what felt like was an hour, 11 minutes went by and we were seated. We had the option of sitting indoor or outside. You've got to love the bar setup and Air Condition at Helen's. I got a screwdriver and asked for a cheeseburger. Apparently, on Sundays, it's brunch only. At least at the time I went. So, I texted a picture of the menu to my fat friend, Sam. My fat friend Sam responded, "one of my favorites." to the menu. He also knows I'm not a breakfast guy, so there is a sense of urgency. He can't play it safe and just say get the shrimp and grits because that's a skinny move. Over the phone, he says, "have you seen their biscuits?" Once he mentions the chicken biscuit, it was time to hang up. That was the most delicious Chicken Biscuit I've ever had. It probably has enough calories for a week, but that thing was great! I also have enjoyed the shrimp and grits, pancakes, potatoes, but the chicken biscuit hits a little different.

I finally hot to try this place at random heading home to Carytown. Hollyn was great at the bar…read moreserving and Caroline was a nice add to the conversation since when I arrived at the open I was the 1st one there. Very friendly service and they believe in the food, which I'd usually refer to by back-of-house, but the kitchen is right there for you to see, at least gor cooking if not prep. I ordered the mussels which were perfectly cooked in an amazing broth for dipping bread. Chatted with one of the chefs, which was cool. It's a really intimate venue and definitely a date night consideration even if I was scopingbit out as a single while my wife is running wine events in Florida this week. I'll be back for sure. Great vibe, great menu, great chefs and food. Trifecta! 5 stars.