Best Contemporary American Restaurants in Short Pump

How to describe my favorite restaurant in Richmond and one of my favorites of all time...the experience starts once you walk in. The music, the art, the names of the dishes on the menu. For a few seconds the sounds and sights are like a roller coaster running full steam, but then everything settles into place and your visit begins to flow. Fresh truffle service tableside? This is the place to do that. Mac and Cheese with Maine Lobster and that truffle service? Sign me up. Swashbuckling Bundt Pirate cake served on a classic Aquaman plate for desert? Yes please. Just don't forget to get your reservation in well in advance. Dress code isn't stuffy, but leave the ball cap in the car.

Great experience with even better food, and quality service. Highly recommended and will definitely be back!

For someone who doesn’t like seafood but her boyfriend does, even though there was some limited non seafood items, I’d definitely come back again! That pasta was goodddd and my boyfriend loved the crabcakes! Just wished it was bigger he said. lol. Had a wonderful valentine day experience.

The Jefferson is one of the few places that remains as an example of old Richmond and I pray they never change. Just listen to the visitors from all over sitting around me and all you hear are people commenting to each other how delicious their meal is. My wife and I have enjoyed an evening there many times and I have tried several of the meals there. Every time it was exceptional. From their Tenderloin to their Rockfish, each meal was a special event. If you are looking for somewhere for a formal occasion like a special date, anniversary, etc. I highly recommend the Jefferson. It is a bit pricey, but the food and service is second to none.

Great service and food. My daughter got a gluten-free pizza which she really enjoyed and I got the chopped salad which was delicious, balanced flavors, and well dressed. The server was personable and attentive.