October 5, 2008
Now is the Time to Make Your Restaurant Week Reservations
Richmond.com has the lowdown on this year’s Restaurant Week to benefit the Central Virginia Food Bank. I’m a huge fan of this event, as it lets me eat in fancier places than my budget would normally allow. Plus, it’s for a great cause. Detailed menus should be available next week or so.
I don’t know if it is the economy or what but this year’s selections of restaurants seem to be getting smaller and less high-end. I guess I should also mention here that the first restaurant listed, Acacia, has had their phone disconnected. So far my plans for reservations are not starting out well.
Restaurant Week kicks off on Monday, Oct. 27 (it’s a week late this year) and runs through Sunday, Nov. 2. Reservations are accepted at most places and, as anyone who’s ever tried to get in without a reservation will tell you, it’s not worth it to leave your table to chance. ….
Restaurant Week 2008 Participants
Acacia: As everyone in Richmond knows by now, Restaurant Week is the brainchild of Acacia’s owners. The new location is still under construction, but I’m betting it’ll be open in time for Restaurant Week. 2601 W. Cary St., (804) 354-6060
Bacchus: This Fan favorite is an upscale bistro with plenty of delicious Mediterranean options. Reservations accepted. 2 N. Meadow St., (804) 355-9919
Bistro Twenty Seven: One of downtown Richmond’s favorite European bistros. Reservations accepted. 27 W. Broad St., (804) 780-0086
Caliente: The Museum District’s only restaurant with patio dining is a newcomer to Restaurant Week this year. Reservations accepted. 2922 Park Ave., (804) 340-2920
deLux: It should come as no surprise that Michelle Williams’ newest restaurant would be participating in Restaurant Week. Reservations accepted. 2229 W. Main St. (804) 353-2424
Europa: Shockoe Bottom’s favorite tapas place is a Restaurant Week staple. Reservations accepted. 1409 E. Cary St., (804) 643-0911
The Hard Shell: As is its fave seafood place. Reservations accepted. 1411 E. Cary St., (804) 643-2333
The Hill Café: Comfort food and an eclectic mix of pastas and entrées are on the menu of this Church Hill neighborhood fave. Reservations accepted for parties of five or more. 2800 E. Broad St., (804) 648-0360
Helen’s: This Fan spot is new to Restaurant Week this year. Reservations accepted. 2527 W. Main St., (804) 358-4370
Hondos at Innsbrook: West Enders love this steak and chop house. Reservations accepted. 4024 Cox Road, (804) 968-4323
Julep’s New Southern Cuisine: This New Southern favorite will have two seatings again this year for Restaurant Week. Reservations accepted for two seatings: 5:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. or 8 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Walk-ins welcome after 8:30 p.m. 1719 E. Franklin St., (804) 377-3968
La Grotta: The Italian favorite is participating again this year. Its menu should be ready next week. Reservations accepted. 1218 E. Cary St., (804) 644-2466
Michelle’s at Hanover Tavern: It might be a little bit of a haul to get out to Hanover, but Michelle makes it worth the trip. Reservations accepted. 13181 Hanover Courthouse Road, (804) 537-5250
Millie’s Diner: Richmonders always flock to this Church Hill spot for the diverse menu, eclectic setting and award-winning food. Reservations not accepted. 2603 E. Main St., (804) 643-5512
Rowland Fine Dining: Southern influences are evident on the upscale menu of this intimate Fan spot. Reservations accepted. 2132 W. Main St., (804) 257-9885
Sam Miller’s: The menu is in the works and should be available soon from this Slip spot. Reservations accepted. 1210 E. Cary St., (804) 644-5465
Six Burner: Six Burner spends all year crafting prix fixe menus, so their Restaurant Week one is sure to be great. Reservations accepted. Closed Sunday. 1627 W. Main St., (804) 353-4060
TJ’s in the Jefferson: A fine-dining menu of American cuisine in one of the most famous settings in Richmond … who could ask for more? Reservations accepted. 101 W. Franklin St., (804) 788-8000
Zed Café: Dining is about more than just eating at this Northside spot dedicated to using local ingredients. Reservations accepted. 5109 Lakeside Ave., (804) 261-5656
Zeus Gallery Café: The menu’s not done yet, but the folks at this Museum District staple promise there’ll be a little bit of seafood, meat and vegetarian for restaurant week. Reservations accepted. 201 N. Belmont Ave., (804) 359-3219
[...] Restaurant Week runs Oct. 27-Nov.2. Participating restaurants offer meals for $25.08, $2.08 of which goes to The Central Virginia Food Bank. Reservations are accepted and suggested at most places. Keep reading for the list of participating restaurants & check back for more detailed menus. [via] [...]
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[...] Restaurant Week runs Oct. 27-Nov.2. Participating restaurants offer meals for $25.08, $2.08 of which goes to The Central Virginia Food Bank. Reservations are accepted and suggested at most places. Keep reading for the list of participating restaurants & check back for more detailed menus. [via] [...]
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