Michaela & Trey's Guidebook
Food scene
Perly's
111 E Grace StReliably good food!
Stella's
1012 Lafayette StDelicious Greek Cuisine never disappoints.
Sugar & Twine
2928 W Cary StCafe and bakery in the heart of Carytown.
Established in an old pharmacy, this place has charm! Good variety of dishes and a good vibe. Buzzing with business patrons during the week, and more relaxed in the evenings.
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Tarrant's Cafe
1 W Broad StEstablished in an old pharmacy, this place has charm! Good variety of dishes and a good vibe. Buzzing with business patrons during the week, and more relaxed in the evenings.
A local favorite in up and coming Scott's Addition. A short drive from the Fan, you can enjoy in or outdoor eating. Their Belle Isle Moonshine Mules are a must try!
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Supper
1215 Summit AveA local favorite in up and coming Scott's Addition. A short drive from the Fan, you can enjoy in or outdoor eating. Their Belle Isle Moonshine Mules are a must try!
We love this place because of the atmosphere and its iconic location on the canal.
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Casa Del Barco - Canal Walk
320 S 12th StWe love this place because of the atmosphere and its iconic location on the canal.
A restaurant with a great view. It's a little more fancy than the other places on the list, but we typically go for appetizers and drinks outside and enjoy the view of the James River.
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The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing
4708 E Old Main StA restaurant with a great view. It's a little more fancy than the other places on the list, but we typically go for appetizers and drinks outside and enjoy the view of the James River.
Casual cafe for drinks, salads, sandwiches (breakfast and lunch).
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Lift Coffee Shop & Cafe
218 W Broad StCasual cafe for drinks, salads, sandwiches (breakfast and lunch).
Church Hill restaurant with a surprising outdoor space that is perfect for small gatherings.
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23rd & Main Taproom & Kitchen
2302 E Main StChurch Hill restaurant with a surprising outdoor space that is perfect for small gatherings.
Maya
525 E Grace StFamily-owned, great food and drinks!
THE BEST Mexican Street Food. The hours change, so it's best to follow them on Instagram. It's walk-in orders and online orders only, so plan to take it to-go!
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TBT El Gallo
2118 West Cary StreetTHE BEST Mexican Street Food. The hours change, so it's best to follow them on Instagram. It's walk-in orders and online orders only, so plan to take it to-go!
Brambly Park
Good food & drink and fun outdoor space!
Zorch Pizza
Sightseeing
Popular outdoor park with lots of walking trails and great Richmond views. Very pet and kid friendly.
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Belle Isle
1 Belle IslePopular outdoor park with lots of walking trails and great Richmond views. Very pet and kid friendly.
Gallery updated regularly with thought-provoking pieces and famous collections.
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Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
200 N Arthur Ashe BlvdGallery updated regularly with thought-provoking pieces and famous collections.
Love flowers & plants? Lewis Ginter offers beautiful self-guided tours of their grounds and seasonal exhibits.
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Ulwazi Lwezithole ZaseLewis Ginter Botanical
1800 Lakeside AveLove flowers & plants? Lewis Ginter offers beautiful self-guided tours of their grounds and seasonal exhibits.
Very popular spot for walking, festivals and music. Check Richmond's online calendar for a schedule of year-round events. You can often find good Food Trucks on site!
No scheduled events? Enjoy a walk to Historic Tredegar, the canal, or across Teapot bridge!
(Brown's Island and Belle Isle are next to each other. Street parking is available - but can be busy depending on public events)
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Isiqithi saseBrown
South 7th StreetVery popular spot for walking, festivals and music. Check Richmond's online calendar for a schedule of year-round events. You can often find good Food Trucks on site!
No scheduled events? Enjoy a walk to Historic Tredegar, the canal, or across Teapot bridge!
(Brown's Island and Belle Isle are next to each other. Street parking is available - but can be busy depending on public events)
It's in Richmond City, but you would never know it. Pack a picnic and wander through the Italian and Japanese Gardens.
Paved paths are great for walking or running as well.
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Maymont
1700 Hampton StIt's in Richmond City, but you would never know it. Pack a picnic and wander through the Italian and Japanese Gardens.
Paved paths are great for walking or running as well.
City/town information
Rolling hills and plenty to see - a nice change of pace with great wineries, craft beer, local shops, and of course -- Monticello.
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Charlottesville
Rolling hills and plenty to see - a nice change of pace with great wineries, craft beer, local shops, and of course -- Monticello.
Get out of the city for a day and visit Colonial Williamsburg. A little less than an hour from downtown Richmond, Williamsburg has premium outlets, plus the historic village. There are a lot of good restaurants to try out, including Kims Arms Tavern - which is like stepping back in time!
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Williamsburg
Get out of the city for a day and visit Colonial Williamsburg. A little less than an hour from downtown Richmond, Williamsburg has premium outlets, plus the historic village. There are a lot of good restaurants to try out, including Kims Arms Tavern - which is like stepping back in time!
Neighborhoods
Lively up and coming neighborhood with food and entertainment options.
- Perch
- Tazza Kitchen
- The Hof Garden
- Ardent, Strangeways, Vasen, & Veil Craft Breweries
- Bingo Beer Co.
- Slingshot Social Game Club
- Stella's Grocery
... and more.
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Scott's Addition Historic District
Lively up and coming neighborhood with food and entertainment options.
- Perch
- Tazza Kitchen
- The Hof Garden
- Ardent, Strangeways, Vasen, & Veil Craft Breweries
- Bingo Beer Co.
- Slingshot Social Game Club
- Stella's Grocery
... and more.
Popular area in the city with a strong restaurant scene.
- Grisette
- The Hill Cafe
- The Roosevelt
- Liberty Public House
- Alewife
- Millie's
... and too many more to list!
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Church Hill
Popular area in the city with a strong restaurant scene.
- Grisette
- The Hill Cafe
- The Roosevelt
- Liberty Public House
- Alewife
- Millie's
... and too many more to list!
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Rent a bike... or a kayak!
There are quite a few places to rent bikes, scooters, and kayaks. These are great ways to explore the city.
Bikes | https://rvabikerental.com/
Electric Bikes | https://www.pedegoelectricbikes.com/dealers/richmond
Kayaks or Rafting | https://www.riversideoutfitters.com/