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 Elegant outdoor dining |
3343 West Cary St Richmond, VA 23221 United States +1 804 353 4700 http://www.amiciristorante.net/ |
This delightful restaurant is one of the few fine dining establishments in Carytown. Enjoy traditional Italian cuisine including Carpaccio di Manzo —raw, thinly sliced beef tenderloin with a walnut and honey vinaigrette and Insalata alla Caprese —homemade fresh mozzarella, roma tomatoes, capers, basil and olive oil. Entrees like Gamberoni allo Zafferano —pan seared jumbo shrimp with pancetta, saffron, brandy and cream sauce or Quaglie del Nonno—roasted twin quails filled with sausages in a barbera wine and shallot reduction are delectable. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine dining, casual atmosphere |
2619 West Main St Richmond, VA 23220 United States +1 804 353 9709 http://www.avalonrestaurant.com// |
The dark wood and dim lighting at Avalon create an intimate, romantic atmosphere. The food is superb and the menu changes weekly. Delicious appetizers include Pistachio-Crusted Brie Sticks with a tangy honey sauce. Entrees such as crisp quail or a tender filet mignon topped with walnuts are perfectly prepared. Avalon also has an interesting gourmet beer list. You might enjoy trying the sometimes hard-to-find brews like Potomac and John Courage with your dinner. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Awfully good |
101 North 18th St Richmond, VA 23223 United States +1 804 672 9385 http://www.awfularthurs.com |
Raw oysters and clams are the main attractions at Awful Arthur's, the best-loved seafood restaurant in Richmond. Inside a charming 19th-century warehouse, discover a fun, upbeat atmosphere. This is a comfortable place for young professionals. Live music is featured on most evenings. Awful Arthur's features a raw bar menu and a traditional dinner menu. Although the focus of the fare is seafood, delicious Hawaiian chicken and tender filet mignon are offered as alternatives. Fresh soft shell crabs and Oysters Rockefeller are two delectable specialties. A good selection of alcoholic beverages is offered. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great food, live entertainment |
2053 West Broad St Richmond, VA 23220 United States +1 804 355 1144 http://www.cabosbistro.com/ |
Cabo's looks quiet and quaint but this place hums each night with great live music. Enjoy delicious food while listening to blues, pop or classic rock played by popular local musicians. Appetizers include a lobster and crab cake with watercress and wasabi-lime mayonnaise or delicate shrimp and foie gras wontons over Asian slaw with citrus sauce. Entrees like Seared Sea Scallops with Celeriac Puree and Rosemary and Garlic Roasted Rack of Lamb with Spiced Yogurt Sauce will delight your taste buds and give you the strength you need to do a little dancing after dinner! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Operatic cuisine |
214 N Lombardy St Richmond, VA 23220 United States +1 804 353 3040 |
Walls are adorned with pictures of the tragic clown Pagliacci and the menu tells his sad tale at this romantic Fan district hideaway. Entrees include amazing cannelloni stuffed with ricotta, spinach and pounded chicken and veal, and snapper with a blanket of shrimp stuffing and paprika. The sauces for a variety of fresh pastas include chunky fresh vegetable, sun-dried tomato with mushrooms and cream and creamy white clam. Save room for their famous cheesecake. Thick and fluffy, it is baked in a special Italian style. Seating is difficult without reservations. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tantalizing tandoori |
3033 West Cary St Richmond, VA 23221 United States +1 804 353 0378 http://www.faroukshouseofindia... |
Close your eyes as you dine and you can almost hear the trumpeting of elephants and the cries of exotic birds. Farouk's is just that authentic. It is the oldest and one of the best Indian restaurants in the city. Located in Carytown, it is convenient to shopping, bars and the Byrd, Richmond's palatial movie theater. Dark and romantic, it is a great place to have private conversations with someone special. The menu features traditional Indian food, including favorites like Tandoori Chicken and exotic curries. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A little Italy |
2617 West Broad St Richmond, VA 23221 United States +1 804 359 0605 http://www.juliansrestaurant.net/ |
Established in 1929, Julian's has been a family tradition in Richmond for over 75 years. The restaurant is bright and casual with a small bar area in addition to its dining room. Family recipes and melt-in-your-mouth homemade bread make Julian's cosy and welcoming. Delicious seafood and steaks are offered in addition to traditional Italian dishes. Monstrous calzones and unbelievable pizza are served here as well. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Enjoy fresh fish |
3123 West Cary St Richmond, VA 23220 United States +1 804 353 6345 |
This simple restaurant has one of the best selections of fish in Richmond. Whole fish choices include farm-raised rockfish, yellowfin, red snapper and rainbow trout. Filets include grouper, tuna, Arctic char and swordfish. The fish is fresh and perfectly cooked over a wood fire, infused with olive oil and garnished with lemon. The decor is sophisticated and elegant. Non-fish entrees include Greek chicken dishes and steak. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A taste of Liberia |
200 E Main St Richmond, VA 23219 United States +1 804 355 8063 |
The first president of Liberia was from nearby Petersburg, Virginia and this restaurant honors him and the delicious food of his nation. A mural illustrating Liberian history adorns one wall and African sculptures and other art decorate the airy dining room. The food is spicy and very good. It combines foods considered traditional in Virginia collard greens, cornbread and black eyed peas with West African spices, rice and finely ground or chopped meats. The Traditional is the menu's most authentic entree, combining peas, corn and rice with diced chicken. This extremely hot dish goes perfectly with sweet African wine or African beer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fondue heaven |
9704 Gayton Road Richmond, VA 23233 United States +1 804 741 3120 http://www.meltingpot.com/Rich... |
Try The Melting Pot for a unique dining experience. This all-fondue restaurant features three delicious salads, four varieties of cheese fondue, and two lighter styles. Veggies are crisp and fresh and ready for dipping. Main dishes include Cajun-style chicken and Lobster Indulgence. Extravagant desserts come in portions for two, three, or four. The Dark and White Chocolate Fondue Combination with fresh fruit, marshmallows and pound cake for dipping is extraordinary. The décor is pleasantly rustic and there is an excellent wine list. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For prime cuts and fantastic filets |
111 Virginia Street Richmond, VA 23219 United States +1 804 648 1662 http://www.mortons.com |
This upscale eatery serves some of the best steak dishes in the city. Porterhouse, Double Porterhouse, Double Cut Filet Mignon, New York Strip - all feature on the menu. You can whet your appetite beforehand with the seafood appetizers such as Lobster Bisque, Bluepoint Oysters on the Half Shell, and Smoked Pacific Salmon. Among desserts, your best choice would be the sinfully indulgent Chocolate Velvet Cake - it will prepare you for the toll that dining here takes on your wallet! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old neighborhood tradition |
5704 Grove Ave Richmond, VA 23226 United States +1 804 288 8687 |
Phil's has been serving drinks and good food since the 1930s. Not too far from Windsor Farms, Richmond's most elegant neighborhood, this restaurant is a great place to stop for drinks while shopping or touring museums. It is also a fun place to unwind after work. Try a vodka limeade, Phil's signature drink. Burgers and sandwiches are served with crunchy onion rings or crispy, light fries. You will feel very comfortable eating or drinking in this Richmond landmark. Review © 2007, Wcities |
