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Mother-Ad-8142 t1_iu46rjc wrote

A new Ethiopian restaurant called Buna Kurs just opened up next to Sugar and Salt in Jackson Ward. It's supeerrr good. The barista grinds her own spices for chai and makes her own concentrate. That with some steamed oat milk is perfect for a crisp fall morning. But don't get me started on the amazing food! 7 dollars and I got ketegna and the best chickpea salad I ever had! SUPER great portion sizes! Best priced lunch in RVA tbh. They are a cafe so I'm sure they have great coffee as well!

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Kamesod t1_iu4qf1k wrote

>Buna Kurs

Oooohhh what a solid suggest that I will definitely be hitting on the way home today. Thx <3

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darockerj t1_iu50d4h wrote

oh HELL yeah

always down for a new ethiopian place

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Vapid_Ingenue t1_iu55oo2 wrote

You've convinced me. Going there tomorrow night

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Mother-Ad-8142 t1_iu61t1p wrote

Woohoo! but be sure to check their hours- I think they may close kinda early since theyre a cafe

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khuldrim t1_iu4csbj wrote

Do they make their injera bread with injera only?

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Mother-Ad-8142 t1_iu620je wrote

Like teff flour only? Tbh I'm not sure. But it tasted like they used niter kibbeh on the outside but the regular injera probably doesnt have it.

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khuldrim t1_iu679z4 wrote

Yeah I ask because the Nile is the only place that uses all teff flour, I have celiac disease so it’s nice that I can eat there safely,

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scraftzealot t1_iu41zrr wrote

Someone else recommended Kitchen 33 in a previous edition of this thread so I gave it a shot for breakfast and was very pleased. Real mom and pop feel. $5 flat, tax included, for a brisket, egg, and cheese sandwich on a round roll. Might be a bit of a drive for some but boy is it worth a try!

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Alex_Caton94 t1_iu50p13 wrote

Kitchen 33 reminds me of Moore St. Cafe. It's delicious, inexpensive, and consistent - just with a bit more southern flair.

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LeicesterHoult t1_iu4oeb2 wrote

Tried Akida for the first time and was very impressed. Something about the slightly shabby exterior and interior had me a little nervous, but the fish was very fresh tasting and I think reasonably priced for very good sushi. Very quick and polite staff, too.

Also tried Chewy's bagels. They make a very good breakfast sandwich (better than Nate's, I think), but I think Nate's still has the best bagel over all.

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incorrigible_muffin t1_iu4py4t wrote

Seconding Akida, I meant to post this last time we had this thread but I had some of the most incredible tuna I've ever had in my life in their Robinson Roll. I was nervous about the eel but it was good, too - but like two weeks later I'm still thinking about that spicy tuna.

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Alex_Caton94 t1_iu4vxvs wrote

Akida has my favorite sushi in RVA. I used to go a couple of times a month when I lived on Monument. They have a budget-friendly dine in dinner special that includes an appetizer, a regular roll, and a specialty roll all for ~16.99. I can't say enough about the quality and freshness of their fish either.

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Herculicia t1_iu42utq wrote

Brenner Pass last night. Still amazing, as always. Had oysters to start then the swordfish. It had delicata squash and these amazing super thin crispy oranges. Like they were dehydrated, but so thin there was no chew, just crispy concentrated orange goodness. And a pistachio sauce which was divine. They remain my favorite restaurant in Richmond.

Edited to add: also went to Conejo TWICE. Their ceviches and las costras are killer. It is super loud inside, so I probably wouldn't go with more than one person, no way you can hear across the table. But the food totally makes it worth it.

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jonomm t1_iu4hlz1 wrote

I went to Brenner Pass on my birthday. The swordfish was delicious. My only complaint was the restaurant was loud.

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LilWhiny t1_iu4e674 wrote

Beauvine continues to slap

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MorallyCorruptBae t1_iu4oun1 wrote

Hot Pot 757 had possibly the worst meal I’ve ever had in Richmond. We were given no instruction. No extra tongs to handle cooked meats. Our grill barely came to a sizzle. We had chicken on it for 30+ minutes that remained inedible. The meat was truly foul. We gave up after 40+ minutes of trying. Avoid at all costs.

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slujj-vohaul t1_iu5vstq wrote

Counterpoint - I had a bangin meal there that absolutely ruled. Everyone else I was with thought it was amazing, too. Looking around the restaurant, everyone seemed really happy.

What kind of instruction did you need? You order stuff and grill it til it’s done or cook it in your hot pot. You increase or decrease the heat for either with the buttons by the burners.

If you needed instructions, wanted more tongs, or couldn’t figure out the burner - why not just ask the staff for help instead of leaving and writing a shitty review?

Hot Pot 757 is delicious, yall. If you have the cooking skills of an eight year old you’ll be just fine. I had never been to a legit hot pot place before, but I didn’t require any “instruction.”

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MorallyCorruptBae t1_iu5w4qf wrote

We did ask the staff constantly for more tongs, for instruction and how it all worked and we just got a shrug from the crew there. Don’t be an ass and assume I didn’t do any of those things while there. I’ve spent a lifetime in hospitality and I’m not leaving a bad review for shits and gigs.

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khuldrim t1_iu67yp1 wrote

I’ve gotten the impression from reviews on here and the RVA good bad and ugly Facebook page that the people that own that place subscribe heartily more to the Asian point of view of customer service, which comes off as rude and abrupt to us westerners.

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slujj-vohaul t1_iu5xwpi wrote

Fair enough - I appreciate you clarifying and sorry for being snarky.

Sorry you had a bad time there, our meal was great but I guess it can be a mixed bag.

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Senzafenzi t1_iu5q8dj wrote

Such a shame. My partner and I live right down the road and we were so excited to try it out.

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Thegreatgato t1_iu4f38e wrote

Really enjoyed Arianna Kabob in Carytown. I had been meaning to try since it opened, what with Afghan being my favorite cuisine, and it didn't disappoint. Only had* the chicken platter, so there's plenty more to try.

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Alex_Caton94 t1_iu4veqr wrote

You have to try their lamb shank the next time you go. The seasoning is on point, and the meat is so tender that you could slide it off the bone with a single shake.

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Thegreatgato t1_iu55dkk wrote

My doctor's not gonna be happy with me if I keep eating like this.

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_paige1 t1_iu5m48w wrote

Finally made it to Smokey Mug for BBQ. Brisket, sausage, mac-n-cheese, and collard greens.

I’m an ex-Texan and it was the best BBQ I’ve had in Richmond so far (note: I have yet to try ZZQ). Also staff were beyond friendly. I know they are newer so I really hope they can make it.

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gordonglover t1_iu42cfx wrote

I moved out to Short Pump and am trying the places near me. So far, Vinny's Pizza is solid for pizza. Chun Hing wasn't great. I am not sure the next restaurants we will try but I'm sure the list will grow.

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khuldrim t1_iu452mn wrote

Thai Won On. Really great Thai, and they have a second British menu with supposedly the best fish and chips in town. Run by a husband and wife, wife is Thai and husband is an old British guy.

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gordonglover t1_iu45dij wrote

I love them! Been going to them since their food truck days!

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Danger-Moose OP t1_iu43lp9 wrote

When I worked out there I enjoyed Boychik's for a quick breakfast or lunch. Bonus, it reminds me now of Red Oaks.

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Alex_Caton94 t1_iu4x9aa wrote

Solid spots in and around Short Pump --

  • Peter Chang's (best Chinese food in RVA - esp. if you appreciate spicy food)

  • Canastas (incredibly flavorful Peruvian chicken with massive portions)

  • Taquiero Habanero (no frills hole-in-the-wall with the best tacos in the West End)

  • La Vita E'Bella (tasty, inexpensive Italian with massive portions)

  • Sandano's (best subs in the West End + beach fries!)

  • Boychiks (tasty, inexpensive, no frills Jewish diner)

  • El Cap (tasty, inexpensive Tex Mex with massive portions, cheap margs, and tasty white sauce)

  • Niveneh (delicious, authentic Iraqi food with killer kebabs, falafel, & baked goods)

  • Mantu Market (high quality, delicious, & authentic Afghan food with great produce, baked goods, etc.)

  • E-Loteria (flavorful, delicious Mexican street food with killer quesabirria tacos, elote, & churro sundaes)

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HunterRoze t1_iu5rm29 wrote

You left off Cupertino's off Cox Rd - on the other side from Boychiks. They make darn decent bagels.

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aredheadthing t1_iu5cxo5 wrote

Will always second Boychicks. Been going since I was a baby and it never lets me down

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goodsam2 t1_iu4oe48 wrote

Went to Tarrant's west because their restaurant week menu looked a little better. Pretty good experience but also completely dead on a Monday. Portions were kinda small though and our server was kinda slow 90 minutes for dinner and we ordered within 5 minutes of sitting down...

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datgrif t1_iu5rmjj wrote

Currently sitting at Kuba Kuba's bar having a Kubanaso and a Falcon Smash for lunch. Really solid sandwich. Really solid staff. Great place for lunch.

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1151am t1_iu43hla wrote

Who's got good quesadillas around here?

I've got some family visiting from Europe and they want to try different foods and one of them is quesadillas. So, I'd like to take them someplace that has good quesadillas. What are your recommendations?

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themadnooch t1_iu44ufh wrote

Y Tu Mama at the Veil southside has great quesadillas.

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LionOver t1_iu75tnv wrote

I kind of feel like Y TU Mama is the closest thing to a "greasy spoon" that a taco place can be. It's good...but there is oil. Lots of oil.

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combinera t1_iu4e261 wrote

The best quesadillas use Chihuahua cheese. Big Chile makes excellent quesadillas.

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adognamedgoat t1_iu43z73 wrote

There is a newly opened quesadilla restaurant in Lakeside next to Final Gravity. I don't think they have a webpage yet.

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Danger-Moose OP t1_iu4483r wrote

Killa Dillas. Eye roll.

Edit: Eye roll directed at the stupid name, not the OP.

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ComprehensiveSail154 t1_iu4eqe2 wrote

My cats name is Dilla (short for quesadilla)… I think he might have a new nickname coming his way 🤣

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1151am t1_iu44cs7 wrote

Whoa! I was not aware of that and I live three blocks away from Final Gravity. DO you know what it's called? I'll have to stop by tomorrow during my morning walk.

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adognamedgoat t1_iu44qcx wrote

Like Moose said, it's called Killa Dillas. I have a picture of the menu. They just opened this week so they are definitely still figuring things out. https://imgur.com/a/r5lIpFO

The quesadillas we had were delicious. I would skip the pico and chips though as it was pretty bland. If you like things spicy, ask them to add jalapenos.

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Onefotccn t1_iu4izmm wrote

I've only had a quesadilla from there once but Don't Look Back Triple has fat quesadillas. Honestly better than their tacos I thought.

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BlueXTC t1_iu4qnsc wrote

Taste of India off Midlothian. Buffet Style on the weekends and it was better than we had expected. Mango lassi was very good and it would be worth coming to just for the naan. Definitely on my repeat list.

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MrPlowThatsTheName t1_iu525ho wrote

Not gonna lie, the hot honey fried chicken sandwich at Capital Ale House is pretty damn good.

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twelvesteprevenge t1_iu7ec2t wrote

I ended up eating there randomly and was pleasantly surprised at how good that sandwich was.

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happens2me2 t1_iu4lmhy wrote

Had Wong’s Tacos out in the west end for lunch and it was great. Liked it so much I went back for more tacos the next day! Need to try Wong Gonzalez downtown now.

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elgro t1_iu5daho wrote

Despite being almost the same name and concept they are very different.

Wongs Tacos is much better than Wong Gonzalez.

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Puzzlehead-92 t1_iu62rz4 wrote

Has wong Gonzalez gone downhill? I haven’t gone in 3 years.

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goodsam2 t1_iu4o4lb wrote

I might be going there soon enough for restaurant week.

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hornhead71 t1_iu6nrtm wrote

Had dinner with my SO at The Mantu last night around 6. First time there. Place was empty. We asked for water and were given warm bottles of water from Kroger.

Started with the Chapli Kebob, which was supposed to be garnished with 'shredded potatoes'. It was french fries. The tofu patties were good though. Covered in undercooked vegetables and french fries didn't reflect the $15 price though.

We split the Vegan Mantu and Kachaloo E Dashi. The mantu was not bad, but the vegetables were undercooked and the kidney beans weren't the best. The Kachaloo was supposed to be 'organic potatoes' but they reminded us of canned potatoes. Also garnished with undercooked vegetables.

For most of our meal our server was having a speaker-phone conversation directly behind us.

Wouldn't recommend. Not worth the $50 we spent.

No other diners the whole time we were there.

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steambug t1_iu7odfk wrote

I had Pizza Bones in Church Hill for the first time a few weeks ago - and man what a little gem that place is!! Very simple menu, along with a handful of specials. And once their specials sell out, they're out for the night. We ordered two vegan and two regular pies for a group of friends to split, and had to basically shoo away the non-vegan friends from eating all the vegan pizza!

Hands down the best vegan pizza I've had to date. I have no idea if they make their vegan cheese and vegan pepperoni in-house, but forever I'll be a regular for as long as they're in business. They apparently get some of their flour freshly milled from a bakery across the street from them, and I think they also have rotating local wines?

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mo4994 t1_iu4rvl5 wrote

Anyone know if any of the Restaurant Week restaurants are offering it to go? I’ve called a few and they were all dine in only.

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rologies t1_iu5ctn2 wrote

Ah shit... didn't realize I was this week, I've been out on a supplier visit 🥲

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ArcadianBlueRogue t1_iu5us61 wrote

Checked out Hook and Reel on Forest Hill, where the OCharleys used to be. Pretty good meal, and they apparently have all you can eat options but I didn't mess with that. Crab roll was good.

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PhoenixAshies t1_iu6jew7 wrote

Husband and I have been twice, haven't had a bad meal or experience there yet!

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ArcadianBlueRogue t1_iu6ol6d wrote

Have you tried the all you can eat? It looked pricey but I know some folks that could down some blue crab.

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PerlinLioness t1_iu649hi wrote

Has anyone tried Jew Fro? Menu looks good!

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tRillVA t1_iu6a54b wrote

It was a letdown for me personally, my wife and I thought the food lacked flavor and the portions are very small.

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twelvesteprevenge t1_iu7emts wrote

I remember ordering some harissa carrots from there as my side, opened it up and there were 4 little baby carrots.

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drinkslinger1974 t1_iu6jdo4 wrote

My wife just tried a bakery called Buttermilk in Petersburg, and she was nice enough to get me a doughnut and a cupcake. She absolutely loved her gluten free cupcakes. The cupcakes that were designed to taste good, however, were not. To me, it tasted like a cupcake from a gas station. The doughnut was a yeast recipe, and was in fact the kitties titties.

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iWannaCupOfJoe t1_iu4ebz5 wrote

Okay, so it wasn't in Richmond, but if you guys have ever heard of Burger King it's a great spot. I got the Ghost Pepper Whopper at their Gainesville location. I'm pretty sure Richmond has a location too. It was amazing, an actually spicy food item from a restaurant. Usually these products are advertised as spicy, but hardly have any heat to them. I'm looking at you Chick-Fil-A. Hard pass on Gainesville, but I got to advise you all to go try it for yourselves.

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