Comfortable pubby spot with art on distressed walls offering an American comfort-food menu & a bar.
Ashley
This place is clearly popular and stays busy most days. They only accept reservations after 3 p.m., and by lunchtime the line is often out the door. They open at 10 a.m., and it’s best to arrive before 11 to avoid the lunch rush. While the food comes out fairly quickly, it does get crowded and finding a table can be challenging during peak hours. Parking is limited to street parking, though I was fortunate to arrive early and snag a spot right out front.
I happened to be passing through town and stopped in while craving a cheeseburger—and it absolutely hit the spot. The carrot cake was massive, far larger than expected, and a pleasant surprise. It was moist, flavorful, and topped with the perfect cream cheese frosting. Several people waiting in line even commented on it after seeing my slice.
Ordering is done at the counter; you’re given a number and seated at an assigned table. One small downside was the drink selection—I had hoped for root beer but found only Coke products, so I opted for water instead. Keep in mind tables are close together so you over beer other conversations. It’s loud due to the amount of people in one open area.
Overall, I really enjoyed my visit. The portion sizes are generous, the menu has great variety with appetizers and multiple entrée options, and I would definitely return to try a breakfast plate or a relaxed dinner.
… moreC F
Outstanding wonderful tasty lunch here today! We haven’t been here in years and not sure why it dropped off our radar. We used to eat here frequently and I even had a friend hold a bridal shower for me here in 1998! Well, it’s back on radar now! Still the same good quality food and the best chicken salad I’ve ever had outside of my own kitchen. Delicious fresh fruit and love love love the poppy seed dressing, as well as their famous broccoli cheddar soup. One person in our group had the cob salad and it was amazing! Others in party had Mike’s Plate — all so good!!!
… moreNell Brooks
Delicious burger. The onion rings were cooked to perfection.
Also had grilled chicken sandwich. Food was fresh. Nice atmosphere. We came in when they were transitioning from walk up to table service. So our service was a little off.
… moreOlivia Fields
The young server was very polite and friendly. The food was american style, focused on sandwiches. The chicken salad croissant sandwiches was soft and fresh. Did not have their deserts, but they seem to have a nice variety.
… moreRobin Briggs
I ordered a Burger with Blue Cheese and grilled onions. I forgot to askvto cook to medium and received well done. It was dry and asked for steak sauce. The waiter said No is rushed off. He could of suggested something else so I couldn’t enjoy my dry burger. I ate the Onions Rings and left the burger. It was a waste of $22.00. Nice restaurant and plenty of parking.
… moreCJ
To-go service was awkward, the bartender was “busy” with his one and only patron to even look up and acknowledge me as I’m standing in front of his bar, waiting as per the instructions during check out. After a few minutes I was finally, half hurriedly acknowledged by the guy in the corner with his laptop. Maybe manager? He asked “what’s it for?” Not who is it for, or what is the name? So I thought that was kind of weird. Made me feel like neither me nor my order were worth his time.
The Philly Cheese Steak was just ok. It lacked flavor, or the justification of a $17 price tag. Jersey Mike’s has a better Philly Cheese Steak and is only $11, and the service there is much better as well.
Honestly I’m a bit disappointed. I’m all for supporting small business, especially one as well established as this place, but after my experience I won’t be coming back.
Maybe take some notes from Gino’s Italian Joint next door. They checked all the boxes and I will be dining there again. And again.
… moreLynda
If you ever stop in to eat you will NOT be disappointed the food is REALLY GOOD and HUGE servings. If you Order a Chicken Salad make sure you’re HUNGRY/HANGRY because it’s enough to serve 3 people. The Cuban Sandwich IS Perfection with savory taste and cheeses that melt in your mouth. It was a little quaint restaurant with character and nice environment.
This is NOT a negative remark but rather a suggestion, and a recommendation, hence why I Rated 3 Stars for Atmosphere. On the side of the Main Entrance walk way, above the mirrors, way up top, there are 2 big brown-gold tone vases for decoration, that could use some cleaning. They have a lot of dust and I would hate to think that they’ve been collecting dust since ‘1986’ or ‘1987’ there’s 2 different conflicting year dates, one on the wooden sign says 1987, outside says 1986, nonetheless, it looks like dust has been collecting since this was opened.
They could use some cleaning up a bit, it would make a world of a difference. I only suggest this because if the vases ARE visible with dust, it might make one wonder (like myself) how clean is the kitchen behind the doors. Also, the chairs under the staircase look like a storage area, it seems as if care and attention is no longer being giving to the restaurant. A little TLC and a good cleaning can go a long way. Other than that I would definitely be back if in town and I’ll definitely recommend this establishment to others.
… morePerdido Nino
This is a really good place to eat some tasty food. They were very accommodating to our large party of 12. The broccoli cheddar soup was fantastic, the fries were nice and crispy with just the right amount of salt and all the sandwiches, cheesesteak and burgers were excellent. I’m not often in Richmond but next time I am I will definitely be eating here again.
… moreIke
Two of us ordered Southwest Grilled Chicken Salads today. On both plates, the chicken was so dry that my friend choked on a piece, it was so tough. At that point, we requested that the chicken be replaced. To pass the time, we ate some of the remaining salads, though to be honest, though the servings looked more than generous, most of each serving was just a huge quantity of assorted lettuce leaves. When the new chicken arrived, we boxed it to take it home, as time was now against us. Guess what?…Yes—the re-ordered chicken is just as tough and overcooked as the first lot! Totally inedible. May I also add that, as I dislike seafood intensely, I was disappointed that the tough chicken also tasted somewhat fishy, so I strongly suspect that their chicken is cooked on the same grill as their shrimp.
I will not be returning to this establishment, though I must point out that our servers were very polite at all times.
… moreDavid Else
Late lunch. Our order was taken but many more tables around us were served before us…we didn’t order anything exotic. Once food arrived the portion sizes and taste were good.
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