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The Tobacco Company Restaurant, Richmond, VA

The Tobacco Company Restaurant

4.7
4.7
4204 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
1201 East Cary Street, Richmond, VA 23219

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2 people
19:00
Booked 45 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic

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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    The Art Deco Lounge can accommodate you and fifty of your closest friends in an intimate semi-private atmosphere for your receptions and happy hour gatherings.
  • Private party facilities
    Let The Tobacco Company Restaurant host your next special moment! We offer semi-private and private event spaces from a seated dinner for 20 guests to a cocktail-style reception of 30 to 200 guests. The Tobacco Company Restaurant is not just a restaurant, but a place for memories.
  • Private party contact
    Erika Waszak: (804) 782-9555 ext. 520
  • Area
    Richmond
  • Cross Street
    12th Street and Cary Street
  • Parking details
    Street parking also public parking garage behind restaurant at 12th & Canal street.
  • Public transit
    Convenient public transit stops in front of the restaurant.
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live entertainment with the region's finest bands Thursday - Saturday . Never a cover. Or dance the night away in our lower level nightclub open Thursday - Saturday beginning at 8pm. to close.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 4,204 people are saying

The Tobacco Company Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Best Ambience

  • Virginia

    Most Booked

  • Richmond

    Best Ambience

  • Richmond

    Hot spot

  • Richmond

    Romantic

  • Richmond

    American

  • Richmond

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Tobacco Company Restaurant offers a "unique ambience" in a historic building, making it a Richmond staple. Guests praise the "amazing food" and "excellent service," often highlighting the "delicious" crab dishes and exceptional steaks. Despite some service inconsistencies and higher price points, the "spectacular atmosphere" and live music create memorable experiences.
4,204 Reviews
  1. Ken

    Richmond1 review

    2.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was average, sauces were heavy. Service was very slow. Received best attention from staff who were removing plates. Had to ask several staff for soup spoons. Our main waiter walked by multiple times before he stopped to take drink order, then again when we wanted appetizers. It was crowded, but dinner for 3 with $$$ 200+, expected better service and food.

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  2. Brittney

    Richmond4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The meal and the service were wonderful. The place was beautiful. I will definitely be coming back in the future.

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  3. Nancy

    Richmond1 review

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved having our special dinner here. Have been several times before. The food is always great. My one issue this time is that we constantly felt rushed by our server. Don't you want to order yet, don't you want to order your meal with your appetizer, do you need anything else (probably 7 times during our meal)? We like to have a glass of wine, chat, think about an appetizer, eat an appetizer and then order the main meal. Felt like we had a 30 minute window to get in and get out.

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  4. Angela

    Charleston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service! Great place to go.. especially for special occasions!

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  5. David

    San Diego10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely superb in every regard! Most highly recommended! Greeted by a professional reception staff. Wait staff was friendly and attentive. Service throughout our visit was spot on! Food was excellent! Loved it from start to finish!

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  6. Doug

    Charlotte2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    For the money, one of the best dining places in Richmond… Love the decor and the history…

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  7. Tatiyana

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 12 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great! Loved our they were able to accommodate the two extra guests for me. Service was awesome and food delicious.

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  8. Ruma

    Washington DC11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome restaurant, had a wonderful time celebrating my daughter’s birthday

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  9. Jim

    Richmond8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 5 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We came to celebrate my father-in-law's 91st birthday. He uses a wheelchair much of the time now. When making the reservation, I had specifically requested a table that would work for a wheelchair. However, when we arrived, the table was surrounded by chairs and I needed to ask the hostess to address this. The meal was generally classic Tobacco Company fare--my she crab soup was delish, my father-in-law enjoyed his crab cake. Another of our party loved the Scottish Salmon. The burrata appetizer suffered due to "garlicky toast points" that were neither garlicky nor toasted. They were cold/soggy, as was the flavorless tomato. Cocktails were appreciated by those who had them; the bottle of Cabernet Franc (Barboursville Vineyard) was also. Service was excellent. The cost of our meal (including 20% gratuity) was about $560. Especially at that price point, the negative details should not have occurred.

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  10. Chris

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 5 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, amazing service from the whole staff and an incredible ambiance that is hard to beat. Perfect for a date or anniversary

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FAQs

The Tobacco Company Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 4204 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 45 times today
Google Map for The Tobacco Company Restaurant

1201 East Cary Street, Richmond, VA 23219

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    12th Street and Cary Street
  • Area
    Richmond
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking also public parking garage behind restaurant at 12th & Canal street.
  • Public transit
    Convenient public transit stops in front of the restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live entertainment with the region's finest bands Thursday - Saturday . Never a cover. Or dance the night away in our lower level nightclub open Thursday - Saturday beginning at 8pm. to close.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    The Art Deco Lounge can accommodate you and fifty of your closest friends in an intimate semi-private atmosphere for your receptions and happy hour gatherings.
  • Private party facilities
    Let The Tobacco Company Restaurant host your next special moment! We offer semi-private and private event spaces from a seated dinner for 20 guests to a cocktail-style reception of 30 to 200 guests. The Tobacco Company Restaurant is not just a restaurant, but a place for memories.
  • Private party contact
    Erika Waszak: (804) 782-9555 ext. 520
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