Best Historic Restaurants in Virginia

13 restaurants available nearby

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1. Stella's - Richmond

4.9

Exceptional(2960)

Price: Moderate

• Greek • Richmond

Booked 46 times today

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

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2. The Tobacco Company Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(4019)

Price: Expensive

• American • Richmond

Booked 69 times today

The Tobacco Company Restaurant is proudly celebrating over 40 years as Richmond's landmark dining and entertainment venue. This four-story, breath-taking restaurant embodies the spirit of Southern hospitality and charm. The exceptional menu features slow-roasted prime rib, aged Angus steaks, fresh seafood, and an award-winning wine list. Enjoy live entertainment on our first floor or dance the night away in our lower level nightclub. Our staff is committed to excellence and the creation of an unforgettable dining experience. Open seven days a week in Historic Shockoe Slip.

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3. Bookbinder's Seafood and Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(5667)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Richmond

Booked 43 times today

Bookbinder’s is a locally family owned Seafood & Steakhouse and is unique to Richmond. Bookbinder’s offers the perfect combination of rich history and atmosphere. Close to the James River in historic Tobacco Row, steak and seafood lovers will enjoy the ambiance of exposed beams and brick walls in this refurbished tobacco warehouse. From steak to lobster to seafood, each dish is intricately prepared and beautifully presented. We look forward to seeing you soon!! We are honored to have been selected as one of the 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America for 2018, as Voted by Open Table Diners, (based on an analysis of twelve-million reviews of more than 26,000 restaurants across the country)!

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4. Lemaire at The Jefferson Hotel

4.7

Exceptional(4246)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Richmond

Booked 19 times today

Please note when booking: Lunch at Lemaire ends at 2pm. From 2pm-5pm we offer a lounge menu. Full dinner starts at 5pm. New American restaurant and bar that is inspired by the agricultural and coastal traditions and bounty of Virginia. Lemaire delivers the quality and service The Jefferson Hotel is known for, but in an accessible format without the pretense, formality or expense!Complimentary self-parking is available in both the Adams Street and Main Street lots. Valet parking is $18/carFor special requests (cake, flowers, etc) guests must contact Lemaire directly. Tables are held for 15 minutes. Separate checks are not available for parties of six or more. A 20% gratuity will automatically be applies for parties of six or more. Table/seating requests are noted but not guaranteed. Thank you for joining us!!

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5. Tarrant's Downtown

4.7

Exceptional(3263)

Price: Moderate

• American • Richmond

Booked 27 times today

In the Art's District centrally located among the many attractions like: VCU, MCV, the Convention Center, Altria Theater, The Graduate, Quirk Hotel, Linden Row Inn, The National, The November Theater, the Historic Hippodrome and more! We're known for seafood, steaks, pasta, pizza, subs, home made desserts, dressings and hospitality. Celebrate the Everyday. We offer sandwiches and entrees all day long for foodies and families including pizzas with our whole menu available for delivery! Want boxed lunches or catering? Tarrant's Cafe has that too- for private dining, try our sister restaurant Tarrant's West. Specials include: Steak, Seafood, Subs, Sandwiches, Soups, Salads, Fish Tacos, Award Wining. An RVA Hospitality Restaurant. Locally Owned. Female Owned. Known for She Crab soup, cocktails, happy hour, lunch, brunch and dinner. A cozy warm vibe with chandeliers and lots of wooden booths in an old converted pharmacy. Historical building, centrally located in downtown.

6. Parterre

4.6

Exceptional(320)

Price: Moderate

• Regional American (Southern) • Richmond

Booked 3 times today

Thank you for choosing to dine with Parterre! Parterre combines an appreciation of our love of good food and drink, with Richmond's rich history. Our specialties are dishes of traditional and southern fare with a Cajun influence. Our experienced culinary team blends seasonal ingredients with fresh and local produce, perfectly capturing flavors our region is known for. Parterre Restaurant offers an approachable and quaint space for neighborhood residents and visiting guests alike to enjoy. Close to many of Richmond's theaters and musical venues, we're a perfect spot to enjoy a meal before a show. Or unwind after work on our charming patio with fabulous cocktails, a nice offering of beers & wines and delightful food. (We install heaters out on the patio during the fall/winter season). We looking forward to entertaining you, and making your experience delicious & inviting.

7. Floris at VMFA

4.7

Exceptional(165)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Richmond

Booked 11 times today

Welcome to Floris at VMFA!~ We've expanded our menu to offer a la carte offerings each day from 2:30 - 4:00pm, no reservations needed~Our high tea menu and tea service is offered daily from 11:30 am - 2:30pm priced at $45 per guest, not inclusive of tax and service. We kindly require each guest's participation.Floris invites you to immerse yourself in a culturally enriching tearoom experience at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Nestled in the beautiful surroundings of the Robins Sculpture Garden, Floris is a community gathering space located in VMFA’s Pauley Center. Take a mid-day escape and indulge in delightful pleasures for the palate, including expertly crafted blends from guest tea makers. Chef Chainey Kuykendall’s use of fresh ingredients from local vendors and importers further enhances Floris’s celebration of cultures and community.Reservations for our high tea are encouraged, as seating is limited. Questions can be directed to 804-340-5785 or floris@vmfa.museum

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8. The Hard Shell - Downtown

4.8

Exceptional(1767)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Richmond

Booked 14 times today

Located in downtown Richmond's historic Shockoe Slip, The Hard Shell Restaurant is known to locals as one of the best seafood restaurants in town. With a new fresh look; The Hard Shell features sleek booths, lots of light and a vibrant city feel. The Hard Shell has Richmond's widest variety of fresh and local seafood. Menu items include signatures such as filet and lobster, shrimp and scallops, lump crab cakes. Patio request honored when possible but tables are first come, first served. Private dining & reservations are available. Dress is casual.

9. Bar Solita

4.5

Awesome(1213)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Richmond

Booked 28 times today

Bar Solita is a chic, upscale vacation style restaurant focusing on small plates + quality ingredients with flavors from the Mediterranean to Mexico. Unique wines, craft beers & craft cocktails. Happy hour Monday-Friday. Great spot to socialize with friends + coworkers. Perfect for a date night. Best brunch featuring mimosa pitchers, shareable cinnamon rolls, breakfast empanadas, omelets, chicken biscuit, chicken and waffles, huevos rancheros, salads and sandwiches.Located in the Art's District near Quirk, Linden Row Inn, the Pulse, November Theater, the National, Maggie Walker Statue, Graduate Hotel.Most popular dishes include: ceviche, charcuterie, birria egg rolls, tacos, harissa wings, hummus, hanger steak and house-made mozzarella sticks.Signature drinks include: mimosa flights, espresso martinis, Moscow Mules, breakfast shots and bloody Marys.FREE parking behind the restaurant during operating hours in the police lot. Over 60 spaces. No overnight parking.

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10. TJ's at the Jefferson Hotel

4.5

Awesome(668)

Price: Moderate

• American • Richmond

Booked 24 times today

TJ's is open Monday-Saturday for Lunch (11am-3pm), Bar/Lounge (11am-9pm), and Dinner (5pm-9pm).Bar / Lounge seating will be strictly first come, first served.

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Myra
Washington, D.C. Area •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
LeMaire was wonderful! My dining companion and I were attending an event at the Carpenter Center and running late for our reservation. We called ahead and were accommodated upon arrival. The restaurant advised by signage that they were working on improvements, and when we entered our dining area it was apparent. Once seated we were fine, thanks to our server Dave. We let him know we were trying to make a curtain and made sure our order was priority level. LeMaire and The Jefferson are a step back in time to fine dining and artistry of food presentation and artwork on the walls. Each room was as if you were sitting in someone's personal dining room. Our food and drinks were wonderful. We would love to return!
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Lemaire at The Jefferson HotelPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Richmond
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4.7
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Sheldon
Virginia •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We had a great time. The fingerling potatoes were amazing!
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The Tobacco Company RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Richmond
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4.6
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Melanie
Virginia •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Melody was fantastic!! The food was incredible! Great atmosphere.
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Bookbinder's Seafood and SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Richmond
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4.8
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william
Virginia •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The best restaurant we have visited in months! Everyone was so kind and welcoming. When my husband and I asked questions about the menu, the waitress was very detailed when she explained the specific dishes we had asked about. Was the best experience and food was amazing! Cannot wait to go back !
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Stella's - RichmondPrice: Moderate• Greek• Richmond
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4.9
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Kasey
Minneapolis - St. Paul •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Very cute restaurant in downtown Richmond. Very cool decor and a nice vibe. The food was phenomenal. I had salmon and sweet potatoes fries. Very reasonable cost. Friendly service.
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Tarrant's DowntownPrice: Moderate• American• Richmond
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4.7

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13 restaurants available nearby

1. Stella's - Richmond

2. The Tobacco Company Restaurant

3. Bookbinder's Seafood and Steakhouse

4. Lemaire at The Jefferson Hotel

5. Tarrant's Downtown

6. Parterre

7. Floris at VMFA

8. The Hard Shell - Downtown

9. Bar Solita

10. TJ's at the Jefferson Hotel

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