Rappahannock Oyster Co. (Richmond & Topping)
Virginia oysters are famous worldwide, and this family-run company has been harvesting them since 1899. Their raw bar in Richmond is a must for seafood lovers and on our list for Virginia’s best restaurants.
Mama J’s Kitchen (Richmond)
A soul food staple, Mama J’s serves classics like fried chicken, mac and cheese, and collard greens that taste like home.
The Shack (Staunton)
Another one of Virginia’s best restaurants, The Shack is hidden away in a small town, this tiny restaurant is a James Beard semifinalist serving imaginative farm-to-table dishes.
Brothers (Virginia Beach)
Owned by NFL star DeAngelo Hall, this sleek spot blends coastal flavors with southern comfort. Think crab cakes, shrimp and grits, and fried catfish.
Pierce’s Pitt Bar-B-Que (Williamsburg)
A local legend since the 1970s, known for its tangy pulled pork sandwiches and smoky ribs and it’s one of Virginia’s Best Restaurants.
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