From date night to brunch with friends, we’ve rounded up some of the best restaurants near downtown Richmond, Virginia! Read on to see the kinds of acclaimed dining experiences residents of our 55+ Chesterfield County community may look forward to visiting:
1. Best Brunch: Saison Market
Saison Market is a favorite spot for a casual brunch in downtown Richmond, Virginia. From 11 am to 3 pm guests here can enjoy a thoughtful, homestyle menu. For example, locals love their prized fried chicken biscuit as well as the ultimate breakfast burrito. In addition, Saison Market is a boutique wine & craft beer bottle shop, cocktail and wine bar, and full espresso bar!
2. Best Date Night Restaurant: Stella’s
After sixty years, Stella’s is still a perfect choice for date night in Richmond! This charming restaurant honors rustic and modern Greek cuisine. Guests at Stella’s will be treated to the freshest ingredients and a wide array of Greek specialties including moussaka, kotopoulo, dolmades, and more.
3. Best Coffee Shop: Lamplighter Roasting Company
The next of our best restaurants in Richmond, Virginia, is actually a coffee shop! Lamplighter Roasting Company is a great place to meet friends or grab a cup of joe to go. They serve carefully crafted cups of coffee in an eclectic—yet welcoming—setting. Plus, they have a menu loaded with sandwiches, soups, and salads, perfect for the 55+ crowd or coffee connoisseurs of all ages.
4. Best Lunch Spot: Perly’s Delicatessen
We mentioned Perly’s in our recent blog post about living in Chesterfield County, but it’s so loved among locals we wanted to highlight it again! Perly’s is a modern Jewish restaurant and delicatessen serving a wide range of Jewish specialties and delicacies. For example, they have a full smoked fish selection, soups and salads, breakfast, eastern European-inspired dinners, and more. This entry on our best restaurants in Richmond, Virginia also boasts a crafted cocktail selection and wine on tap!
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There are hundreds of fantastic restaurants to discover in Richmond, Virginia and neighboring Chesterfield County. Our newest 55+ community located right outside of Richmond is now open! Contact us to learn more!
