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Live like a local! Here are some of the best restaurants in Richmond, Virginia

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:

Sandwich on a black plate at the bar at Saison Market in Richmond, Virginia
Saison Market in Richmond, Virginia

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!

 

Fish dish with head attached at Stella's in Richmond, Virginia
Stella’s in Richmond, Virginia

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.

 

Lamplighter Roasting Company in Richmond, Virginia
Lamplighter Roasting Company in Richmond, Virginia

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.

 

Perly's Restaurant and Delicatessen in Richmond, Virginia
Perly’s Restaurant and Delicatessen in Richmond, Virginia

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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Become a Local to Explore All of the Best Restaurants in Richmond, Virginia!

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!

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