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RVA Foodie Spotlight: Chili Bowls & Pork Chops

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Its been a hard year on the local restaurants. Quite a few closings have happened over the past few weeks. This amazing food community is holding on as best it can. We here at RVA have been posting lists of delivery and dining spots, and posting these Instagram spotlights to highlight some of the wonderful food you can order for pickup and delivery. Please do check these spots out, and if you can, support them by ordering a meal or telling friends about your favorite spots. This week, local food creations continue to spotlight the cold weather with warm fixings for RVA.

Every week we spotlighting our favorite local restaurants with the best #RVAFoodie finds around town. We’ll be searching weekly for the best of delicious local food porn in our community, from amazing restaurants to chefs, food trucks, pop-ups and more. Here’s a few close-to-home favorites this week to follow on Instagram. Stay warm and happy, Richmond!

If you’ve got an awesome restaurant to spotlight, reach out to [email protected]! Support local, RVA! 

#RVAFoodie This Week

@thesavorygrain

#VeggieChilli Big fan of Savory Grain, lots of choices from vegan to allergen free. Local sourced fresh food, great lunch choices to pick up.

www.thesavorygrain.com

@smohkrva

#SmokedChilli Smohk makes southern food delights with of course a classic BBQ edge. This is pitmaster style goodness, ready for pickup!

https://smohkrva.com/

@dotsbackinn

#RibNoodleBowl Dot’s Back Inn is a staple of Richmond. Classic dining style food stop thats been listed on TV multiple times. Always top-notch food. They sure could use some love right now, check them out and try an RVA Classic.

dotsbackrichmond.com

@821cafe

#VeganFrenchDip 821 is another Fan Staple — and definitely loved by many of my Vegetarian and Vegan friends. I want to also mention their desserts, which are always banging. New daily updates – and specials like the one above. Check the menu and pick up an order to go!

https://qrcodes.pro/iaE7zQ

@popsongrace

#PotatoSoup This is a new one we just found out about. The pictures on the account look so good. Looks like a perfect down-home lunch spot.

popsongrace.shopsettings.com

@cheddarjacksonrva

#EggMuffin Cheddar is a great panini shop that makes many good bites to eat. They have something for everyone, with vegan and veggie options.

cheddarjackson.com

@thecontinentalrichmond

#Frenchtoast The Continental serves up a serious brunch; it’s exactly what you need to get your day going. The French toast is fluffy and perfect, with fruit to compliment. Reimagined classics for your tongue.

thecontinentalrva.com

@southboundrva

#PorkChop Southbound is located in Chesterfield and has a great locally sourced menu. This is some fine eating here that also offers some classic fare that you know and love.

https://www.toasttab.com/southboundrva/v3

@saisonrva

#FreshPlates Oh Saison, how I need to visit you. One of my favorite meals ever in RVA was their habanero-crusted Red Snapper. Their seasonal choices are excellent — and the market also has quick bites and great beer and wine to go!

www.toasttab.com/saison-rva/v3

@idlehandsbread

#FreshBread I don’t even know. I mean, look at the picture. Need I say anything more? Check their site and daily posts for fresh baked delights and even some vegan choices. Looks so good!

https://www.idlehandsbreadcompany.com/

@sugarandsaltrva

#RedVelvetCake Red Velvet is one of my favorites so this made me stop in my tracks. I can barely stand it. NEEED IN MY LIFE.

sugarandsaltrva.com

@nightingaleicecream

#CookieMonster! You gotta love ’em. It’s just so good. Made local and fresh, and they hold together! Classic way to end the post. Check them out online, and find local spots with them as well. Cheers!

https://www.nightingaleicecream.com/

That’s all for this week’s #RVAFoodie. See you next week, Richmond!

If you have ideas or favorite spots please do reach out to [email protected]!

RVA Foodie Spotlight: Wham Bam & Hot Pots

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If there’s any activity our RVA Magazine team loves unanimously, it’s eating. And of all the dishes in the world, nothing tastes quite as good as the ones made right here in the River City. 

So in the spirit of eating ourselves into food comas in Richmond, we’re spotlighting our favorite local restaurants each week with the best #RVAFoodie finds around town. We’ll be searching weekly for the best of delicious local food in our community, from amazing restaurants to chefs, food trucks, pop-ups and more. Here’s a few close-to-home favorites this week to follow on Instagram. 

If you’ve got an awesome restaurant to spotlight, reach out to [email protected]! Support local, RVA! 

#RVAFoodie This Week

@chengdurestaurant

#HotPot! Cheng du with the absolute amazing hot pots and schezwan food. I can not get enough hot pot as the weather turns colder..

www.chengduva.com

@pepesva

#VeggieTacos Pepes with some of the best tacos and burritos around. In Midlothian and worth the trip,

www.pepesva.com

@edossquid

#RoastedRockFish One of my favorites in RVA. Been that many years since first hitting up Mama Zu (same owners). They always do Italian right.

edossquidrva.com/menu

@/lowcoeatery

#HotChick Lowcoeatery believes in food porn just like we do. Get your down country and Charleston type flavors. Good home cooking feels ya know.

www.lowcoeatery.com

@cheddarjacksonrva

#GrilledCheese Grilled cheese and super sangwiches, lots of belly pleasing choices with vegan options as well.

@hangspacerva

#BigWhatever Hangspace makes delicious 100% vegan food of all kinds, Wanting a Burger they got it, wanting a hot dog they got it. If you like food you can feel good about stop by for pickup Thursday -Sunday or use one of them delivery services.

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@Perch RVA

#Bronzino Perch is not messing around with this beautiful Bronzino. Big fan of this Mediterranean Sea Bass – its like Rockfishes yummy cousin.

www.perchrva.com

@peterchang

#DriedCabbage Peter Chang makes the second appearance on this list of shezwan food. Feeling it on the need for some right now. Peter Chang has two locations – this one is from Short Pump. If you have not done Peter Chang’s you should. If you like spice, then move it up further on your list.

peterchangrestaurant.com

@tbtelgallo

#Streetfood Tbt has made this list twice. Check their insta and social media as they are a pop up – that hits quite a few spots in town.

https://store.jasperbarrva.com/

@thebeetboxrva

#Jucie Something new to this list with some fresh juices and healthy bites. Build your own juices and plates with the most fresh ingredients.

https://linktr.ee/beetboxrva

@firststopdonuts

#AppleCiderDonuts Richmond’s very own hot apple cider donut. They are made fresh, right inside the converted school bus named Flubert!! GET TO FLUBER get the donut, trust us.

That’s all for this week’s #RVAFoodie. See you next week, Richmond!

RVA Foodie Spotlight: Reuben & Mushroom Ramen

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If there’s any activity our RVA Magazine team loves unanimously, it’s eating. And of all the dishes in the world, nothing tastes quite as good as the ones made right here in the River City. 

So in the spirit of eating ourselves into food comas in Richmond, we’re spotlighting our favorite local restaurants each week with the best #RVAFoodie finds around town. We’ll be searching weekly for the best of delicious local food in our community, from amazing restaurants to chefs, food trucks, pop-ups and more. Here’s a few close-to-home favorites this week to follow on Instagram. 

If you’ve got an awesome restaurant to spotlight, reach out to [email protected]! Support local, RVA! 

#RVAFoodie This Week

@perlysrichmond

#REUBENME So happy the Perlys is open again! Comfort food from there can make anyones day better. Need to stop in to get my LOX fix.

@blueatlasrva

#MUSHROOM RAMEN Blue Atlas serves up fresh inspired seasonal fare that you can get both in the restaurant and through their market.

@yayasinshortpump

#SASHIMIBUCKET YaYas is a new find that looks to bring amazing sushi and drink creations in a hip fun setting. Check out what else we found below – had to include this classic smoke drink!

@theanswerva

#RAMENCHICKEN The Answer Brewpub is a home away from home type of spot for us. They of course have some of the best and most creative beers. Don’t miss our on the amazing food either, get a wake and bacon for the win.

@rootsnk (in Charlottesville)

#TOFUSALAD Empowering people through food! Root natural kitchen has a great mission along with great foods. Make sure and check out daily plans, and throw some support their way.

@Stickyricerva

#SUSHI We have missed Sticky Rice. Need our sushi fix badly, and need my tots and sauce while I m at it.

@beauvineburger

#CLASSICBURGER Beauvine makes a really good handcrafted burger. Its a classic with amazing fries to boot.

@pearlsbakeshoppe

#PEANUTBUTTERPIE Pearls makes some of the best cakes and desserts around Richmond. They can also deal with all allergies and needs when making something special. You can also just go in and see whats in the case daily. Never disappoints.

@nightingaleicecream

#ICECREAMSANDWICH Chances are you have had one of their dank creations. This little lover above has chocolate and coffee, its cute and packs a punch.

That’s all for this week’s #RVAFoodie. See you next week, Richmond!

RVA Foodie Spotlight: Frankfuter Dog & Seasonal Sweets

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If there’s any activity our RVA Magazine team loves unanimously, it’s eating. And of all the dishes in the world, nothing tastes quite as good as the ones made right here in the River City. 

So in the spirit of eating ourselves into food comas in Richmond, we’re spotlighting our favorite local restaurants each week with the best #RVAFoodie finds around town. We’ll be searching weekly for the best of delicious local food in our community, from amazing restaurants to chefs, food trucks, pop-ups and more. Here’s a few close-to-home favorites this week to follow on Instagram. 

If you’ve got an awesome restaurant to spotlight, reach out to [email protected]! Support local, RVA! 

#RVAFoodie This Week

@ensuboca_taqueria

#festivesoup En Su Boca always bringing us the fresh yummy and festive treats. Here is an enchilada soup to keep ya warm!

@momsiam

#Curry Northern Style Koa-Soi-Kai egg noodle curry chicken soup, a creamy and yummy delight.

@peoplespieva

#PizzaPie Layers of flavor on this special pie with prosciutto cotto, bacon bolognese, and lots provolone in this blend. Fished with a bacon ranch drizzle. NEED THIS IN MY LIFE!

@thecobracabanarva

#FalafelBurrito Cobra always cooking up the amazing vegan treats for us here in RVA. Fun hang spot as well, big fan of he Korean Wings here!

@hangspacerva

#VeganDog Hang space is RVA’s Vegan food Paradise, they area always cooking up the best in everyday vegan fare. Heres another one of the amazing dogs for ya.

@notabenerva

#Amazingsub Nota with a juicy looking Fried Mozz sub here. Italian go to foods for RVA.

@unionmarketrva

#PorkBellyBahnMi Smoked Pork Belly from one our favorite Markets in town. If you live in Church Hill Union is a must stop, amazing food and beverages in this amazing market!

@whiskrva

#Pumpklnmacarons Whisk has some very festive treats daily, this is an amazing and so colorful macaroon for Halloween.

@821cafe

#Vegancake 821 Cafe has been a staple of the scene for many years, vegan hot spot and perfect place for anyone for breakfast or any meal. Here are some amazing looking vegan cakes, so idea how they get this so good!

@joesinnfan

#ChocolatePie Joes Inn in the fan with this most yummy Mousse back from the dead. Joes Inn is another staple of Richmond.

@Thecontinentalrichmond

#PumpkinCheesecake Last but definitely not least is this really beautiful looking pumpkin pie cheesecake. Perfect for the season!

That’s all for this week’s #RVAFoodie. See you next week, Richmond!