Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in Richmond

OpenTable

Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for the best value restaurants in Richmond? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

The Wine Whisperer

5.0

5 (200)

$31 to $50

Wine Bar

Henrico

About the restaurant

The Wine Whisperer is a wine shop and bistro located in Richmond's Short Pump neighborhood. We speak wine and are passionate about sharing your new favorite bottle or glass with you!

Our wine bar is designed to offer an immersive experience to our guests. Let our knowledgeable staff help you learn about your palate and curate a flight of wine just for you! Look for a rotating by the glass list, craft beers, more whiskey than you imagined, and an expansive food menu built for wine pairing. The intimate dining room is a perfect spot for a casual glass with friends or that special occasion date. Look for weekly wine tastings, monthly classes, and other special events that are uniquely Whisperer!

No reservations available? Give us a call or stop by; we save a number of tables each night for walk-in guests. For questions or to make a reservation for a larger party, please call or send a message.

Top review

Myron

Dined 2 days ago

We received great help from our server. He was able to provide great wine pairings based on our meal selection our individual taste preferences. The food selections were fantastic, as well. We will make a visit to The Whisper a routine habit.

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Experience

Stump the Somm Dinner: The Rematch

Tulsi

5.0

5 (131)

$30 and under

Indian

Richmond

About the restaurant

Welcome to Tulsi
Tulsi, the queen of herbs, has been used in Indian cooking for hundreds of years. We are proud to bring this ayurvedic herb to the Carytown, Richmond community.

Top review

Karen

Dined on 3 Dec 2024

Tulsi never disappoints! The food is always delicious and service is very attentive! Don't forget to get a basket of naan breads! The garlic is our favorite! My favorite dish is the coastal coconut and I get it with tofu!

The Savory Grain

4.8

4.8 (172)

$31 to $50

American

Richmond

About the restaurant

The Savory Grain Restaurant and Draft House is Richmond’s top destination for delicious New American dining, offering a huge variety of draft beers and craft cocktails in a fun, laid-back, warm, and inviting atmosphere. We strive to offer the best local ingredients in order to create a diverse seasonal menu that has the complexity that appeals to the die hard “foodies” as well as some good ole’ classics that the “meat-and-potatoes” crowd can enjoy. At the Savory Grain, your dining experience doesn’t stop at the food, drinks are also showcased with 24 ever-rotating draft beers, a meticulously chosen wine list, and craft cocktail program featuring the best local, domestic, and international libations this region has to offer. If you’re a music lover, check out our Facebook page as we regularly offer live music from a variety of local acts. Come alone, come with friends, or come with a crowd, we accommodate all size parties. Stop in and say hello, we hope to see you soon!

Top review

Kelli

Dined 2 days ago

Wonderful Christmas dinner! Excellent service and fantastic food. Highly recommend!

L'Opossum

4.9

4.9 (3188)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Richmond

About the restaurant

L'Opossum offers dinner Tuesday-Saturday for parties of one to a maximum of six guests. Multiple reservations booked on the same night to form a group larger than six guests are not permitted and will be canceled. Reservations for parties of one to four guests are allotted 2 hours. Parties of five to six guests are allotted 2.5 hours. Please be courteous to your fellow diners by arriving and leaving on time. L'Opossum patrons paying with cash, enjoy a 4% savings off menu prices. To view a sample menu, visit www.lopossum.com - Thank you!

Top review

Gabby

Dined 1 day ago

Great food and vibes. Quick and friendly service.

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Popular dish

French Onion Dip Florentine

Popular dish

Lavender-limoncello

Stella's - Richmond

4.9

4.9 (2975)

$30 and under

Greek

Richmond

About the restaurant

Stella’s honors rustic & modern Greek cuisine, bringing the freshest ingredients & Mediterranean fare table side.

Top review

Suzanne

Dined 6 days ago

Great as always, a wonderful experience! Food and service were fabulous!

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Chez Max - Richmond VA

4.8

4.8 (1373)

$31 to $50

French

Richmond

About the restaurant

Bienvenue Chez Max!

Savory aromas drift from the kitchen as one enters the front door, giving a hint of culinary delights to come. The casual and comfortable, yet elegant interior of the restaurant is warm and inviting. A large stone fireplace adorns a corner in the main dining room, casting a soft glow around the room.

We are Richmond’s premier French dining experience. Our menu is a collection of dishes cultivated by a Master French chef. We offer an array of fine wines from around the world, 23 are poured by the glass. Our mixologist boasts an impressive range of signature crafted cocktails and guest favorites.

As we are often fully seated on Fridays and Saturdays, we can only hold a reservation for 15 minutes without advanced notice. We allocate 2 hours for parties of 2 to 5, 2 ½ hours for parties of 6 or more.

Top review

Daniel

Dined 3 days ago

When visiting Richmond we try to get a reservation at Chez Max because it’s a guaranteed home run. It never disappoints

Carytown Indian Cuisine

4.7

4.7 (42)

$30 and under

Indian

Richmond

About the restaurant

Carytown Indian Cuisine is conveniently located in the vibrant neighborhood of Carytown in Richmond. We invite you to join us for a memorable dining experience. Discover the incredible flavors, warmth, and hospitality of India right here in Virginia.

Top review

Cheryl

Dined on 6 Dec 2024

Great place to eat in Carytown! Impeccable service, delicious food.

Metzger Bar and Butchery

4.7

4.7 (1095)

$31 to $50

Contemporary German

Richmond

About the restaurant

Nestled in historic Union Hill, we specialize in contemporary German food from Chef de Cuisine, Emma Taylor, and overseen by award winning chef Brittanny Anderson. Expect to see inspirations from classic German, French, Italian, Austrian & European cuisine, using local products. We specialize in German and Austrian wine from small producers, organic, and natural wines. Our cocktails are unique and approachable, featuring house made ingredients. We have a large German beer selection mixed with some local drafts. Our atmosphere is cozy and relaxed, great for special occasions or weekday date nights. We offer a private dining room and full restaurant buyouts. Come see us for dinner Tue-Sat, and Sunday brunch, and for happy hour at the bar Tue-Fri 5pm-7pm.

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Jeff

Dined 7 days ago

A special restaurant. Several visits and the food never fails to surprise in an excellent way.

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Popular dish

Chicken Schnitzel and Gravy

4.9

4.9 (2004)

$50 and over

Steak

Richmond

About the restaurant

Buckhead’s has been a Richmond tradition since 1994. Featuring succulent Braveheart Beef and only the freshest seafood, you can taste our passion for culinary excellence. Consistently recognized with Wine Spectator’s “Best of Award of Excellence”, our list offers over 800 labels to complement your dining experience. Additionally, our bar proudly highlights one of the largest selections of single malt scotches and small batch bourbons in Richmond, Virginia.

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John

Dined 2 days ago

I had pick Buck heads to celebrate my Birthday with some good friends. It has always be a great steak house and the group loves good beef, everyone was impressed with the quality of beef. The waiter Doug made it a fun experience, he had a good sense of humor and was very attentive to table.

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Popular dish

Prime Ribeye

Stock Bistro & Bar

4.8

4.8 (62)

$31 to $50

Nordic

Richmond

About the restaurant

Stock Is a Nordic Bistro and bar inviting you to dine differently. Our restaurant is located in a lovingly restored railroad freight terminal that is also home to our stylish modern furniture gallery – Txtur. The indoor and outdoor space invites you to lounge and enjoy a meal like no other whether taking time with friends or celebrating a special event.

Whether you take your meal or cocktails in our beautiful “drafting room” dining space, the spacious main gallery, or our covered and shaded patio, Stock culinary craft and special hospitality experience is sure to please.

Craft food, drinks all in an unparalleled space – Stock is here to welcome you.

We have ample on-site parking too!

Top review

Julie

Dined 2 days ago

Great spot for lunch. The food was delicious. Flavorful pairings and everything was very super fresh. Swedish meatball sandwich was our fav. We ate in the showroom which was a unique experience, dining in the middle of a showroom filled with beautiful furniture. It was very comfortable and welcoming. We checked out the dining room as we were leaving and it was stylish and looked great as well. We will definitely be back. Great dining experience.

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