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Shirley’s, Petersburg, VA

Shirley’s

4.7
4.7
40 Reviews
$30 and under
Pub

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
Shirley’s Restaurant & Bar offers warm hospitality and the region's flavorful bounty. Menu favorites include playful twists on classic dishes, such as a tomato caprese made with buttermilk-fried green tomatoes and a grilled shrimp cocktail paired with a spicy, tomato-based sauce and homemade tortilla chips.

Executive Chef Mina Mahrous has thoughtfully crafted a menu that showcases refined American cuisine, offering an elevated dining experience. The light-filled and airy dining room of the Hotel Petersburg has been restored to its original grandeur, making it a welcoming gathering place for all.

Buzzing with energy, the ambiance of Shirley’s Bar combines sleek sophistication with a warm and inviting atmosphere, featuring rich burgundy walls and deep wood accents that create an intimate, refined setting. Our mixologists offer a rotating selection of refreshing cocktails, local craft beer, and wine. Sundays, we offer all-day bar bites perfect for pairing with a cold beer or cocktail.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00–21:00
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    From elegant plated dinners to themed food stations and gourmet buffets, the experienced culinary team at Hotel Petersburg offers various options to reflect your event’s tone and style. The customizable menus are designed to meet your budget and guests’ needs while exceeding your expectations. To learn more contact riche-salesadm@hilton.com.
  • Private party facilities
    At Hotel Petersburg, we offer a variety of unique venues for your meetings and events. Whether you're organizing an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, our indoor and outdoor spaces offer the perfect setting. For groups of 15 or more, please contact our Sales Office for more information at riche-salesadm@hilton.com.

What 40 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Virginia

    Best Ambience

  • Richmond

    Best Ambience

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Shirley's stands out with its "excellent food, service, and atmosphere." This beautifully restored historic venue offers a "delicious dining experience" with a cozy ambiance. Guests rave about the tomato bisque with cornbread, and desserts are "unique and tasty." Attentive staff and charming decor make it a "wonderful dining experience."
40 Reviews
  1. Jamie

    Richmond3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service and food were great! Everything was fresh and tasted great!

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    Richmond4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very pleasant. It’s on my short list now. Took my family for my wife’s birthday. Very nice place.

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  3. Megan

    Charleston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious. Love the building and ambience - even at lunchtime!

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    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Awesome experience. Will be back
    Shirley’sResponded on 19 March 2025
    Thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an awesome experience and enjoyed the food, service, and ambiance. We truly appreciate your support and can't wait to welcome you back for another great meal soon!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food , drinks, service and overall experience .
    Shirley’sResponded on 19 March 2025
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the food, drinks, and service, and that your overall experience was excellent. We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back for another great visit soon!

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  6. Margaret Karen

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Today was a special day as they had a violinist playing Irish tunes. It was festive but a bit loud. Maybe should have turned the amplifier down a bit. But the food and service are definitely A plus. We will be back for sure.
    Shirley’sResponded on 19 March 2025
    Thank you for your thoughtful review! We're delighted that you enjoyed the festive atmosphere and that both the food and service earned an A-plus in your book! We appreciate your feedback on the music volume and will take that into consideration for future events to ensure the perfect balance. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another wonderful experience!

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  7. Michelle

    Richmond17 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The restaurant has a beautiful ambiance, and our waitress was incredibly sweet and attentive. We started with the tomato soup, which came with cornbread. The soup was good, but the cornbread was outstanding—so good that it deserves a spot as a standalone appetizer! We also tried the fried green tomato Burrata, which was very enjoyable. For our entrées, we had the pork and the ribeye dinner. While both were decent, they lacked depth of flavor. The ribeye, in particular, was not the best quality and was a bit chewy. Overall, it was a pleasant night out in a gorgeous setting, though the food was just average.
    Shirley’sResponded on 19 March 2025
    Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so glad you enjoyed the ambiance and that your server provided warm and attentive service. It’s great to hear that the cornbread was a standout—we love that idea and will definitely share your feedback with our culinary team! We appreciate your thoughts on the entrées as well. Your feedback is invaluable as we continue refining our menu. We're delighted you had a pleasant evening overall, and we hope you'll give us another try in the future. We'd love the chance to provide an even better dining experience next time!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was superb. Our server wasn’t the best, but may still be learning. The dining room is beautiful
    Shirley’sResponded on 19 March 2025
    Thank you for your review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the superb food and the beautiful ambiance of our dining room. We appreciate your patience with our service team—training is an ongoing process, and we’re always working to ensure every guest has a top-notch experience. We hope to welcome you back soon for another wonderful meal!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant decor was beautiful . The historic charm was well unearned. The menu offerings were well rounded and pleasing to the pallet. The servers are warm and engaging.
    Shirley’sResponded on 19 March 2025
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the beautiful decor and historic charm of our restaurant. It’s great to hear that our menu offerings hit the mark and that our team made you feel welcome with warm and engaging service. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to hosting you again soon for another memorable dining experience!

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  10. Ken VIP

    Richmond8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time at Shirley’s but plan on returning soon.
    Shirley’sResponded on 19 March 2025
    Thank you for your fantastic review! We're so glad you enjoyed your first visit to Shirley’s and that Sarah and our chef helped make your experience memorable. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to them! We look forward to welcoming you back again soon for another great meal.

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FAQs

Shirley’s is rated 4.7 stars by 40 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Shirley’s

20 W Tabb St, Petersburg, VA 23803

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Located on Tabb Street between Sycamore Street and North Union Street.
  • Area
    Petersburg
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00–21:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    From elegant plated dinners to themed food stations and gourmet buffets, the experienced culinary team at Hotel Petersburg offers various options to reflect your event’s tone and style. The customizable menus are designed to meet your budget and guests’ needs while exceeding your expectations. To learn more contact riche-salesadm@hilton.com.
  • Private party facilities
    At Hotel Petersburg, we offer a variety of unique venues for your meetings and events. Whether you're organizing an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, our indoor and outdoor spaces offer the perfect setting. For groups of 15 or more, please contact our Sales Office for more information at riche-salesadm@hilton.com.
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