9/7/21
Taste Test All of the New Restaurants Richmond Has to Offer
Looking for the best new restaurants in Richmond, VA? Explore downtown Richmond's new restaurants in our list of bakeries, creameries, vegetarian restaurants and more below.
1. Europa Crust
1321 1/2 E. Main Street, Suite 111
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Europa Crust is a brand-new bakery offering an assortment of freshly made bread with a specialty in sourdough.
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Hours: Tuesday thru Friday, 8AM-5PM; Saturday, 8AM-12PM
2. Leek & Thistle
2112 E. Main Street
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Leek & Thistle is a new market in Shockoe Bottom offering fresh-made, frozen and grab & go meals making it a great choice if you’re looking for a delicious, ready-to-heat lunch or dinner.
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Hours: Tuesday thru Saturday, 11AM-7PM
3. Lillie Pearl
416 E. Grace Street
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Lillie Pearl is becoming a fast favorite in RVA with its offerings of West African and Southern-inspired dishes like obe ata braised lamb shank, lobster and shrimp & grits, peach cobbler french toast and more.
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Hours: Tuesday thru Thursday, 11AM-2:30PM and 4:30-10PM; Friday and Saturday, 11AM-2:30PM and 4:30-11PM; Sunday, 11AM-2:30PM and 4:30-9PM
4. Ms. Bee's Juice Bar at The Valentine
1015 E. Clay Street
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If you're looking for a healthy option, Ms. Bee's Juice Bar inside The Valentine is the place for you with their delicious and nutritious smoothies, salads, soups, fresh-pressed juices and more.
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Hours: Monday thru Friday, 8AM-4PM
5. Native Plate
1203 E. Main Street
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Native Plate is a colorful and cozy spot offering global street food with Asian and American influences using fresh ingredients in dishes like Duck Bao Buns, Sashimi, Bulgogi BBQ, Vietnamese Spring Rolls and more.
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Hours: Monday thru Saturday, 11AM-10PM
6. Philly Vegan
1126 Hull Street
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Looking for more meatless options? Philly Vegan in Manchester gives you plant-based options with vegan fixings.
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Hours: Wednesday thru Friday, 11:30AM-7PM; Saturday, 12-7PM
7. Str8 Out of Philly
405 N. 1st Street
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Str8 Out of Philly is serving up classic cheesesteaks and hoagies in Jackson Ward.
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Hours: Tuesday thru Thursday, 11AM-10PM; Friday and Saturday, 11AM-3AM
8. Sweet Spot Ice Cream Cafe
6 N. 18th Street
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Sweet Spot Ice Cream Cafe gives you 40+ ice cream flavors to choose from, coffee and more sweet treats.
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Hours: Sunday thru Thursday, 11AM-11PM; Friday and Saturday, 11AM-12AM
9. The Dive
1800 E. Main Street
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The Dive offers your favorite bar foods, nightlife and Sunday Brunch in Shockoe Bottom.
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Hours: Tuesday thru Thursday, 5PM-12AM; Friday and Saturday, 5PM-12AM; Sunday, 3-7PM
10. The Riviere
506 W. Broad Street
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The Riviere is the Arts District's newest bar and restaurant offering happy hour specials, brunch and more.
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Hours: Wednesday and Thursday, 9AM-2PM and 4-10PM; Friday, 9AM-2PM and 4-11PM; Saturday, 11AM-4PM and 6-11PM; Sunday, 11AM-4PM and 6-10PM
11. Wildcraft Focaccia Company
1303 Hull Street
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Wildcraft Focaccia Company in Manchester RVA will warm your heart with their wide array of savory flatbreads, beautiful baking designs and more.
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Hours: Thursday thru Sunday, 11AM-9PM