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The Tobacco Company Restaurant, Richmond, VA

The Tobacco Company Restaurant

4.6
4.6
4117 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 55 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for business meals

The Tobacco Company Restaurant is proudly celebrating over 40 years as Richmond's landmark dining and entertainment venue. This four-story, breath-taking restaurant embodies the spirit of Southern hospitality and charm. The exceptional menu features slow-roasted prime rib, aged Angus steaks, fresh seafood, and an award-winning wine list. Enjoy live entertainment on our first floor or dance the night away in our lower level nightclub. Our staff is committed to excellence and the creation of an unforgettable dining experience. Open seven days a week in Historic Shockoe Slip.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (804) 782-9555
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    The Art Deco Lounge can accommodate you and fifty of your closest friends in an intimate semi-private atmosphere for your receptions and happy hour gatherings.
  • Private party facilities
    Let The Tobacco Company Restaurant host your next special moment! We offer semi-private and private event spaces from a seated dinner for 20 guests to a cocktail-style reception of 30 to 200 guests. The Tobacco Company Restaurant is not just a restaurant, but a place for memories.
  • Private party contact
    Erika Waszak: (804) 782-9555 ext. 520
  • Neighborhood
    Richmond
  • Cross street
    12th Street and Cary Street
  • Parking details
    Street parking also public parking garage behind restaurant at 12th & Canal street.
  • Public transit
    Convenient public transit stops in front of the restaurant.
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live entertainment with the region's finest bands Thursday - Saturday . Never a cover. Or dance the night away in our lower level nightclub open Thursday - Saturday beginning at 8pm. to close.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 4,117 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Most Booked

  • Richmond

    American

  • Richmond

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Tobacco Company Restaurant in Richmond is a charming blend of history and elegance, set in a stunning and "beautiful, historic building." Known for its "amazing atmosphere" and "outstanding service," it offers a varied menu with standout dishes like prime rib and pecan pie. While some find it "pricey," others cherish it for special occasions. Despite occasional service hiccups and noise, it remains a beloved "Richmond tradition" for its ambiance and consistently good food.

4,118 Reviews
  1. Daniela

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and tasty cocktails in a beautiful building!

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  2. James

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time here and it was an incredible first date with my boyfriend. The food was excellent and the service was great. Definitely plan on coming back soon.

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  3. Gregg

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Oh boy, where do I start? First of all we showed up on time for our reservation but still had to wait 20 minutes to be seated. Then they told us our seats would be on the second floor. We hike up to the second floor and there, they tell us no, your seats are on the third floor, so we hike up more stairs. Once we we are finally seated, they bring us some awful-tasting city tap water and some sort of cheap rolls that were pretty undercooked and mostly just dough. To go with it, they had some sort of fake butter alternative, kind of like Country Crock. Pretty disappointing. You’d think in a restaurant that charges these types of prices, they could at least filter their water and serve your real butter with some sort of decent bread. We ordered fried oysters for an appetizer and my wife bit into a piece of shell while eating them. We then both order prime rib, which the waiter tells us is their specialty. We both got the smaller portion which is $45. The steaks arrive about 15 minutes after we order them, but we have no steak knives, or any knives, to cut them with. Once he finally comes back around in about 5 minutes, we ask the waiter for a steak knives. He takes another 10 minutes to bring them to us. I then ask for some horseradish, and it never comes. I ask the waiter again next time I see him, and then he finally brings it. At this point, it’s been about 25 minutes since my steak was served. We finally dig into our prime rib. It’s OK, but certainly nothing special and not worth the price. You could honestly get the same quality cut of meat at a Western Sizzlin’ or Golden Corral for nearly 5 times less. On top of that, there was a big piece of bone in one of my bites, which actually hurt my tooth when I bit into it. After the meal, we order coffee and ask for cream and sugar with it. 15 minutes later, we get coffee and sugar, but no cream. After asking for cream, the waiter brings it, but no spoon to stir the coffee with. I wave him down once again…

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  4. James

    VIP

    Richmond

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff was very good, attentive and polite. Decorations were very festive for the new year. The prime rib was okay,a bit tough. Dinner was not served with the requested vegetable. There was an overcharge on the bill.

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  5. Jonathan

    St. Louis

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic!!! The Tobacco Company never fails, always a fantastic experience!! The food, the ambience, the service … absolute top notch! Thank you to Chloe and the entire TTCR Team!

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  6. Sherry

    Richmond

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We dine at The Tobacco Company Restaurant during the Christmas Holiday Season. The menu selections and quality of food never disappoint. Enjoy a leisurely meal with friends there or celebrate a special occasion, it’s always a good experience!

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  7. Jackie

    VIP

    Richmond

    83 reviews

    5.0

    83 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely. Great food and service. Always a special treat.

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  8. SHELLY

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time! The drinks are really special and fun! The ribeye was something I will dream about! :)

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  9. Nick

    Alabama

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Place was awesome. Food was great. Tom our waiter was excellent. We especially liked the She Crab Soup and the Chilean Sea Bass. The band that is now going to be there every Friday/Saturday and their female singer were great.

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  10. Janita

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We arrived on a rainy Saturday. We have reservations for 5pm but know the restaurant opens at 4pm. We waited outside because we arrived early and they opened promptly at 4pm as expected. The host opening / holding the door for us had zero personality and barely spoke which was a disappointing first encounter. However, our bar server was nice. The oysters come with a great sauce and are good. The shrimp cocktail is delicious and the shrimp are sizeable. The calamari is soft fried and good. Sometimes calamari can "taste like the sea" but not in a good way. These were good. The ambiance is just as pictured online. This is still December so there are Christmas trees and decor everywhere which is a nice touch in addition to the regular decor. There is music playing and there is someone setting up the stage for a band to play later I assume seeing as how they have live music.

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The Tobacco Company Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 4117 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 55 times today
Google Map for The Tobacco Company Restaurant

1201 East Cary Street, Richmond, VA 23219

Additional information

  • Cross street
    12th Street and Cary Street
  • Neighborhood
    Richmond
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking also public parking garage behind restaurant at 12th & Canal street.
  • Public transit
    Convenient public transit stops in front of the restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live entertainment with the region's finest bands Thursday - Saturday . Never a cover. Or dance the night away in our lower level nightclub open Thursday - Saturday beginning at 8pm. to close.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (804) 782-9555
  • Catering
    The Art Deco Lounge can accommodate you and fifty of your closest friends in an intimate semi-private atmosphere for your receptions and happy hour gatherings.
  • Private party facilities
    Let The Tobacco Company Restaurant host your next special moment! We offer semi-private and private event spaces from a seated dinner for 20 guests to a cocktail-style reception of 30 to 200 guests. The Tobacco Company Restaurant is not just a restaurant, but a place for memories.
  • Private party contact
    Erika Waszak: (804) 782-9555 ext. 520
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