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Shoemaker's Grille

4.6
4.6
1007 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for business meals
Discover an award-winning upscale dining experience in the heart of downtown Lynchburg, Virginia. Shoemakers American Grille is renowned for its exceptional cuisine, elegant ambiance, and impeccable service. Our menu features a sophisticated blend of classic American dishes and innovative culinary creations, crafted with the freshest ingredients and a commitment to excellence.
Join us for an unforgettable dining experience, where every meal is a celebration of flavor and artistry. Whether you're indulging in our expertly prepared steaks, savoring our fresh seafood, or enjoying one of our handcrafted cocktails, Shoemakers American Grille promises a culinary journey that delights the senses. Perfect for special occasions, business dinners, or a romantic night out, our restaurant provides a warm and inviting atmosphere that enhances every dining experience.
A proud recipients of the Distinguished Restaurants of North America (DIRONA) Award

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (434) 455-1510
  • Website
    http://www.shoemakersdining.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Ray Garrow
  • Private party facilities
    We offer three private dining rooms that can be reserved for parties of 8-30.
  • Location
    1312 Commerce Street, Lynchburg, VA 24504
  • Neighborhood
    Lynchburg
  • Cross street
    Main Street
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 1,007 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Shoemaker's Grille offers a charming ambiance and "outstanding food" with dishes like the "fall off the bone" lamb shank impressing diners. The service is "professional" and attentive, enhancing the dining experience. While some have noted inconsistencies in food preparation, the warm and inviting atmosphere makes it a "must-stop" for many.

1,007 Reviews

  1. Robert

    Richmond

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food with a great ambience - plus absolutely the best service you ask for. Attentive - but intrusive.The Duck was perfectly cooked — with a very tasty load of a fruit cocktail and sauce to cover it’ The steaks simply the best. It’s all worth the price.

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  2. Shari

    Charleston

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 22, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We were not happy with the all around service we received.

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  3. Chris

    Richmond

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Two of us dined here to celebrate my wife's birthday. Appetizers were very good (beet salad and she crab soup), but the main entrees (duck & pork chop) were only OK. Pork chop was well cooked, but the sear made it taste mostly of charcoal and overpowered the other tastes. It was moist but fairly tough. Carrots were hard and bitter and purple cauliflower just looked strange! My wife said the duck was very good, but also avoided the veggies. Biggest surprise and disappointment were the dessert offerings. My wife was offered a free selection from the dessert menu for her birthday (which was nice), but it turns out that all four selections contain High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS) to which she is allergic. We have never encountered this problem at a high-end restaurant before - typically they make their desserts from scratch (HFCS is found in low-end processed ingredients). Even their ice cream had it! We ended up having dessert at home.

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  4. Peter

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was excellent but I was a little disappointed in the duck dish I had. It was too “busy” with fruit and add ons. My companion had a steak which he said was too salty. It overall, we enjoyed our evening. The staff was very friendly and accommodating

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Shoemaker has been one of my favorite places to eat while in town. Service, food and drinks are the best. It’s a place where you can relax and catch up with friends while having a great meal together. Highly recommended. Gluten free options.

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  6. Michael William

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience for my daughters first homecoming.

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  7. David

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    $176.00 for 2 people total. The value for what we paid just did not equate. Server was excellent.

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  8. carl

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    All staff were warm and efficient however both entries had vegetables that were virtually raw and totally distracted from the dishes served.

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  9. Matthew

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the pork roll and beet salad starters, to the main course pork chops and chicken and dessert, this meal was top notch and worth every penny. Excellent dining experience and service.

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  10. shannon

    Hawaii

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food! Friendly service! Great drinks! Only downside was no one at the hostess stand so we had a bit of a wait, and no one answered the phone when we called. Probably just because they were busy!

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FAQs

Shoemaker's Grille offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (434) 455-1510.

Shoemaker's Grille is rated 4.6 stars by 1007 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Shoemaker's Grille

1312 Commerce Street, Lynchburg, VA 24504

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Main Street
  • Neighborhood
    Lynchburg
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Ray Garrow
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.shoemakersdining.com/
  • Phone number
    (434) 455-1510
  • Private party facilities
    We offer three private dining rooms that can be reserved for parties of 8-30.
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