Julep's, a Southern restaurant in Richmond, has it all - from great decor, to friendly service and incredible food. The interior is all sleek wooden floors, polished oak columns and sophisticated art on the walls. The staff is always eager to assist you and the menu features a variety of appetizers, soups, salads, entrees and desserts. Start off with their famous fried green tomatoes and then make way for the shrimp and grits. For dessert, you can opt for hand selected cheeses or the delectable chocolate-hazelnut torte. Whether you're looking for a spectacular meal with friends or family, you can't go wrong with Julep's.
In the historic Jefferson Hotel, Lemaire maintains a tradition of fine dining and elegant atmosphere. The cuisine features regional southern cooking with a European flair. The menu is flexible; low fat versions of items are available by request as are other special orders. The service is seamless and the environment, with several dining rooms to choose from, is unparalleled in Richmond. The menu changes monthly and a five-course tasting menu is available. Tip: do your taste buds a favor and try the Golden Seared Jumbo Sea Scallops and Virginia's Own Buffalo Creek Beef Strip Loin, two notable dishes that will be sure to bring you back for seconds.
If you're in the mood for some delicious New American fare, Heritage is a good restaurant to pick. Open for dinner as well as Sunday brunch, the restaurant offers its patrons treats like bourbon barrel smoked pork belly, rock shrimp carbonara, biscuits and gravy and much more. To wash down the scrumptious food, Heritage offers cocktails like the Karma, Marlboro Man and Dutch Martinez.
Housed within the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Amuse Restaurant offers an eclectic variety of contemporary dishes. Chic and charming, with a touch of sophistication, the restaurant offers fine views of the neighboring sculpture garden and an cozy atmosphere that makes it perfect for an intimate meal. Intricately crafted to suit the modern palate, the food never fails to be a palatable treat. Try the flavorsome Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, Open Faced Pork Pate and Braised Chicken for a taste-bud-tingling experience.