Rappahannock - Richmond

4.5

2523 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

23 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 13 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Innovative

Upscale, yet casual industrial-chic seafood outfit - offering an enormous raw bar featuring its own farm-raised oysters - seasonal dishes, plus artisan cocktails, craft beers, and an incredible wine selection in airy digs. Located in the Theatre District of Richmond, VA's City Center.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Contemporary American
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(804) 545-0565
Website
http://rappahannockrva.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Ian Boothman
Catering
Rappahannock is an arm of Rappahannock Oyster Co (www.rroysters.com), which provides mobile raw bars and seafood small plates for weddings, parties and other functions.
Private party facilities
Whether a seated dinner or a reception style event, Rappahannock and it's private dining room is the perfect spot for your group!
Private party contact
Rappahannock Restaurant: (804) 545-0565

Location
320 E. Grace St., Richmond, VA 23219
Area
Richmond
Cross Street
4th Street
Parking details
In addition to street parking, Rappahannock has many nearby parking lots, such as 4th & Broad and 4th & Main.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Popular dishes

Oysters**US$15.00
Served with cocktail sauce, lemon, mignonette. Olde Salts - Chincoteague, VA; Rappahannocks - Topping, VA
Caviar Plate**US$40.00
hackleback sturgeon caviar, crème fraîche, egg, and a house-made cracker
Ceviche*US$17.00
fish, scallop, aji amarillo, citrus, onion, jalapeno, sweet potato

Small

Baked OystersUS$16.00
dates, benton's bacon, garlic scapes
Oysters & Pearls*US$20.00
rappahannock oysters, with strawberry-basil granita, and trout caviar
Farm SaladUS$11.00
arugula and mixed greens, meadow creek farms mountaineer cheese, apples, lemon vinaigrette
Charred Beet & Carrot SaladUS$15.00
orange segments, almonds, arugula, onion ricotta, burnt-orange vinaigrette
Cheese PlateUS$16.00
assorted cheeses, jams, jellies, and nuts
Wood-Grilled OctopusUS$18.00
fingerling potatoes, marinated red peppers, castelvetrano olives, lemon crème fraîche
Sub Rosa Bread PlateUS$9.00
herb-shallot compound butter
Steak Tartare**US$16.00
egg, candied mustard seed, pickled shallot, miso mayo
Baked ClamsUS$15.00
thai sausage, coconut reduction, basil gremolata
Pork & Pickle PlateUS$19.00
charcuterie and pickled vegetables, leek chow chow

Main

Wood-Grilled Whole Fish
hoppin' john with benton's bacon, mojo, chili paste, scallions
- MP
Pork Cut
carrots, arugula, fingerling potatoes, grilled peaches, chimichurri, and peach gastrique
- MP
Scallops*US$35.00
black rice, yellow coconut curry, pineapple, thai basil, chili oil
Beef Cut*
miso-marinated served with a chilled farrow salad, grilled bok choy and radishes, pickled shallots, and miso vinaigrette
- MP
Black Garlic Burger*US$20.00
harmony hill beef, shredded lettuce, bread and butter pickles, and a black-garlic mayo on a hawaiian bun, house-made fingerling potato salad
PaellaUS$35.00
calasparra rice, lamb merguez, piquillo peppers orange aioli, assorted shellfish
Pan-Seared FishUS$35.00
asparagus, turnips, mixed greens, carrot ginger dressing, fresno peppers, goat cheese, pickled watermelon rind

What 2,523 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Virginia
Innovative
Richmond
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rappahannock - Richmond offers a delightful seafood experience with "fantastic oysters," "superb pre-concert dining," and "excellent service and atmosphere." Diners appreciate the "great staff" and "delicious food," though some find portion sizes small. The restaurant stands out for its "attentive, courteous waitstaff" and fresh, well-prepared dishes.

2,523 Reviews

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Nancy
Richmond
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
From beginning to end, dinner was delicious. We chose to start with oysters, of course! Raw for hubby and roasted for me. Both were a fabulous beginning to our meal. We both ordered the pan-seared fish special. Oh my word-perfectly cooked and so very flavorful. Our server was very aware of our need to finish before the start of the opera. We were not rushed at all, and didn’t have to worry about on time arrival. She was great and perfectly attentive.
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Kelli
London
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent local oysters. Great cocktails. Fantastic service.
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OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hangar steaks are tough to judge before order but took the leap and never turned back. When asked how I would like it cooked I replied, “as the chef decides is best”. Chefs decision hit the mark. Steak and entire dish prep was perfect.
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Sean
Richmond
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on 24 October 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was good, and the service was excellent. But it was pricey for what we received. $38 for a scallop entree with 3 scallops. $24 a pour for Woodford Reserve. Not sure we can return at those kind of NYC prices.
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Richard
Washington DC
60 reviews
3.0
60 reviews
Dined on 22 October 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
This meal was not as upscale as advertised—nothing terribly wrong, just not memorable. The wine list is short and emphasizes mostly unknown producers.
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Susan
Pittsburgh
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 13 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was outstanding! We had the greatest oysters that were delicious. Our entrees were the grilled branzino and the fresh catch of the day which was swordfish….both perfectly cooked and presented with amazing side dishes.
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Shaival
Richmond
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on 12 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Oysters always amazing. Wine a little pricey considering the lower pedigree of selections.
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Jeff
Richmond
33 reviews
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on 12 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Have been a few times, enjoy it each time . Great oysters and the seasonal dishes never disappoint. The portion sizes lean on the smaller side but are always packed with flavor. Our waitress was great and only touched the table when needed without lingering. It’s a must try if you’re in Richmond.
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Lisa
Washington DC
10 reviews
vip
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on 5 October 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Disappointed that we were seated in back of the restaurant. Overhead light was out. Food was just ok. Very loud. Almost couldn’t hear ourselves talk.
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AnnikaM
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 5 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The oysters and shrimp cocktail were absolutely delicious. My partner got the grilled Branzino and kept raving about how good it was the rest of the weekend. I got the scallops and they were perfect. Drinks were delicious and service was great! Plus, as someone who is celiac, they seemed knowledgable and helped me navigate the menu (lots of options!).
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FAQs

Rappahannock - Richmond offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (804) 545-0565.

Rappahannock - Richmond is rated 4.5 stars by 2523 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

23 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 13 times today

Order delivery or takeout

320 E. Grace St., Richmond, VA 23219

Additional information

Cross Street
4th Street
Area
Richmond
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
In addition to street parking, Rappahannock has many nearby parking lots, such as 4th & Broad and 4th & Main.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Ian Boothman
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://rappahannockrva.com/
Phone number
(804) 545-0565
Catering
Rappahannock is an arm of Rappahannock Oyster Co (www.rroysters.com), which provides mobile raw bars and seafood small plates for weddings, parties and other functions.
Private party facilities
Whether a seated dinner or a reception style event, Rappahannock and it's private dining room is the perfect spot for your group!
Private party contact
Rappahannock Restaurant: (804) 545-0565

Featured in

The Best Bars for Foodies in Richmond

Rappahannock - Richmond

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

The Best Bars for Foodies in Richmond

Scallops

Oysters & Pearls

Baked Oysters

Raw Bar

Oysters**US$15.00

Caviar Plate**US$40.00

Ceviche*US$17.00

Small

Baked OystersUS$16.00

Oysters & Pearls*US$20.00

Farm SaladUS$11.00

Charred Beet & Carrot SaladUS$15.00

Cheese PlateUS$16.00

Wood-Grilled OctopusUS$18.00

Sub Rosa Bread PlateUS$9.00

Steak Tartare**US$16.00

Baked ClamsUS$15.00

Pork & Pickle PlateUS$19.00

Main

Wood-Grilled Whole Fish

Pork Cut

Scallops*US$35.00

Beef Cut*

Black Garlic Burger*US$20.00

PaellaUS$35.00

Pan-Seared FishUS$35.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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Is Rappahannock - Richmond currently accepting bookings?

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