Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Richmond

OpenTable

Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Richmond? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Stella's - Richmond

4.9

4.9 (2990)

$30 and under

Greek

Richmond

About the restaurant

Stella’s honors rustic & modern Greek cuisine, bringing the freshest ingredients & Mediterranean fare table side.

Top review

Lynn

Dined 2 days ago

I had the Greek lemon chicken soup that was pretty good but not the best I ever had. The roasted beets were excellent. My dining companion had the shiitake crab soup. She said it was delicious but served lukewarm warm. Her lamb gyro was very good . The restaurant at 1130 am on a Monday was very noisy. We had a hard time hearing each other.

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4.9

4.9 (3203)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Richmond

About the restaurant

L'Opossum offers dinner Tuesday-Saturday for parties of one to a maximum of six guests. Multiple reservations booked on the same night to form a group larger than six guests are not permitted and will be canceled. Reservations for parties of one to four guests are allotted 2 hours. Parties of five to six guests are allotted 2.5 hours. Please be courteous to your fellow diners by arriving and leaving on time. L'Opossum patrons paying with cash, enjoy a 4% savings off menu prices. To view a sample menu, visit www.lopossum.com - Thank you!

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Norma

Dined 1 day ago

Food was fabulous. Service excellent. Music swell. Can't wit to go again!

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Popular dish

French Onion Dip Florentine

Popular dish

Lavender-limoncello

The Savory Grain

4.7

4.7 (182)

$31 to $50

American

Richmond

About the restaurant

The Savory Grain Restaurant and Draft House is Richmond’s top destination for delicious New American dining, offering a huge variety of draft beers and craft cocktails in a fun, laid-back, warm, and inviting atmosphere. We strive to offer the best local ingredients in order to create a diverse seasonal menu that has the complexity that appeals to the die hard “foodies” as well as some good ole’ classics that the “meat-and-potatoes” crowd can enjoy. At the Savory Grain, your dining experience doesn’t stop at the food, drinks are also showcased with 24 ever-rotating draft beers, a meticulously chosen wine list, and craft cocktail program featuring the best local, domestic, and international libations this region has to offer. If you’re a music lover, check out our Facebook page as we regularly offer live music from a variety of local acts. Come alone, come with friends, or come with a crowd, we accommodate all size parties. Stop in and say hello, we hope to see you soon!

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Tonya

Dined 1 day ago

Excellent and always good food and atmosphere. Service was timely

Lolita's

4.7

4.7 (423)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Richmond

About the restaurant

Lolita’s is a space where we can embody & celebrate the traditions passed down to us. We source our corn from Tamoa that works directly with small communities in Mexico for the freshest heirloom corn.We practice traditional methods of preparation, which increase nutritional value and create rich flavor. Such as nixtamalization, grain roasting, and whole grain milling.

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Jennifer

Dined 2 days ago

There’s currently a Dry January drinks menu and Monday Industry Night specials running - both of which were awesome. The guava NA margarita was delicious and we got guacamole, elquites, and carne asada fries to share for the table. Although not a main menu item, their Brussels sprouts are some of my favorite in Richmond with plenty of flavor and cooked to perfection. I’m sort of sensitive to loud spaces, so going for an early start around 530 gave me time to enjoy my experience before the noise level started to increase noticeably around 615. The service was great and I’ll be going back again.

Azzurro

4.6

4.6 (1924)

$30 and under

Italian

Richmond

About the restaurant

Relaxed refinement, outstanding meals, and impeccable service blend to create unforgettable Italian dining at Azzurro. Whether seated on the softly-lit patio or inside near the comfort of a crackling fireplace, this award-winning restaurant embodies an elegant, yet warm, intimate ambiance. Here you will be greeted by a friendly, attentive staff eager to assist you with seating, menu selection, and an extensive wine list. Most important is our desire to provide an exceptional, memorable experience. Ranging from a casual luncheon to celebrating that most special occasion, Azzurro is the ideal choice.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 1 day ago

Excellent local upscale Italian restaurant with white tablecloths dining. Great service by Amy who was very knowledgeable about the different menu items and was able to make informed advice to my wife, who is Gluten Free! Food delivered n a timely manner with Excellent plate presentation and appearance. Good all cooked to perfection with very ample portions. Our entrees were Baked spaghetti w/meatballs, Lamb chops, and Arrabbita pizza. We also had the mozzarella & Prosciutto appetizer, which was a highlight to start the evening. Excellent choices of accompanying wines as well.

West Coast Provisions

4.6

4.6 (1334)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Richmond

About the restaurant

Located in the Greengate shopping center in Short Pump, West Coast Provisions offers an inventive approachable American Fusion menu specializing in shellfish, fresh fish, sushi and steak. It has a big city feel with a sleek décor, tall ceilings, large windows, exposed brick, a fireplace, a private dining room and one of Richmond’s largest outdoor patios. We have convenient parking and accept reservations for parties of all sizes. We are currently serving in the dining room and on our patio.

Top review

KimVIP

Dined on Dec 24, 2024

Always love West Coast!! Great place to spend Christmas Eve!!! Thank you for great service and great dinner!

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4.6

4.6 (144)

$30 and under

Italian

Richmond

About the restaurant

Brambly Park is an urban winery and oasis located in the northwest corner of Richmond's Scott's Addition neighborhood. Our property sits on 2 acres and is divided into four spaces: the winery, the restaurant, the park and the event hall. In addition to eating and drinking with us, we host regularly scheduled events and live music performances. Please check in with us regularly and follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see what we have on the calendar.

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Debbie

Dined on Jan 3, 2025

What a fun experience! The yurts were warm and comfy. Lots of couches and chairs and tables. The food was fresh and outstanding. The staff were all so friendly and patient. We can’t wait to come back!

Perry's Steakhouse & Grille – Richmond - Short Pump

4.6

4.6 (1319)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Dumbarton

About the restaurant

Perry’s First Virginia Location is now open in Richmond! Located along West Broad and I-64, our 11,000-square-foot space accommodates up to 350 guests with details of glass, lighting, and a breadth of textures to create an air of modern elegance and comfort that is sure to welcome our new community.

The expansive main dining room provides guests an opportunity to soak in the Perry’s Rare and Well Done® experience, with glimpses of our chefs in our open kitchen along with a spectacular wine wall and vibrant Bar 79®, complete with lively island seating and outdoor dining. Our four beautifully appointed private dining rooms are the perfect place to transform your future milestones into cherished memories.

Top review

Dined today

Exceptional meal. Exceptional service. Exceptional ambiance.

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Experience

Valentine Candlelight Dinner for 2 $185/couple

Experience

Perry’s Valentine’s 3-Course Prix Fixe Menu 5:45+

Experience

Valentine Candlelight Dinner for 2 $185/couple

Island Shrimp Co. - Rocketts Landing

4.3

4.3 (574)

$30 and under

Seafood

Richmond

About the restaurant

For centuries, tropical port cities have served as the gathering places where people, culture, and cuisine collide. Warm hospitality, high spirits, and the intoxicating surrounding from paradise come to life at Island Shrimp Co.

So come relax and talk story on our patio overlooking the James River and city skyline. Soak up the tropical vibes and we'll treat you to a menu rooted in some of the world's most exciting island destinations. Don't skip the aloha pineapple boat entree, or the hula ice cream pie dessert!

Top review

Tonda

Dined on Dec 29, 2024

Delicious food and loved the decorations. Just wish I could have gotten a River Monster, hopefully they will be back soon!

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4.2

4.2 (1594)

$31 to $50

Southern

Richmond

About the restaurant

Southern Kitchen, which is known as "The Mouth of the South" to the locals, serves up comfort food favorites. From collard greens to fried fish and chicken, the eatery provides a comfortable, relaxed spot for enjoying classic Southern food, beer, and wine for lunch, and dinner. Since opening in 2014, the restaurant has focused on providing good food paired with a classy experience and great customer service. Southern Kitchen features a variety of options for starting the meal, including fried oysters, fried okra, southern rolls, and salad. Enjoy sandwiches like the salmon cake and chicken club, or dive into some apple pecan salad, fried fish, big momma's chicken, and chicken livers and onions. Southern Kitchen also features plenty of filling plates, including the seafood platter, meatloaf, catfish, and southern-fried pork chops.

Top review

Chantal

Dined 5 days ago

The best fried chicken I have ever ever had! Mac was great cabbage and salmon bites...HIT!

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