Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Short Pump

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodIndianChinese

Regions

Richmond

Neighbourhoods

DumbartonGlen AllenHenricoRichmondShort Pump

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral washroomWheelchair access

13 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Perry's Steakhouse & Grille – Richmond - Short Pump restaurant

1. Perry's Steakhouse & Grille – Richmond - Short Pump

4.6

Exceptional(1521)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Dumbarton

Booked 67 times today

Perry’s First Virginia Location is now open in Richmond! Located along West Broad and I-64, our 11,000-square-foot space accommodates up to 350 guests with details of glass, lighting, and a breadth of textures to create an air of modern elegance and comfort that is sure to welcome our new community.The expansive main dining room provides guests an opportunity to soak in the Perry’s Rare and Well Done® experience, with glimpses of our chefs in our open kitchen along with a spectacular wine wall and vibrant Bar 79®, complete with lively island seating and outdoor dining. Our four beautifully appointed private dining rooms are the perfect place to transform your future milestones into cherished memories.

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2. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Richmond - Short Pump

4.4

Awesome(2298)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Richmond

Booked 24 times today

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is an American Restaurant and Steakhouse serving authentic wood-fired steaks, seafood, specialty cocktails and select wines. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio for drink specials and bar bites. We offer top-notch service and upscale dining at a modest price. Reserve Your Table with us today.

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3. Maggiano's - Richmond

4.3

Awesome(4736)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Short Pump

Booked 53 times today

Join us for lunch or dinner at Maggiano's Short Pump Town Center and savor the rich flavors of Italian-American dishes inspired by Nonna’s traditional recipes. Our Richmond restaurant is known for being inside Short Pump's unique outdoor mall experience and specializing in serving large parties up to 20 people in our main dining room and private event rooms that are perfect for weddings, business meetings, holiday parties, and large family gatherings. Visit us at 11800 West Broad St. or book your reservation today!

4. Lehja

4.7

Exceptional(1102)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Indian • Richmond

Booked 6 times today

Lehja is an award winning modern Indian restaurant located in Short Pump Town Center in Richmond. Our Executive Chef Sunny Baweja has been named Semifinalist for the prestigious James Beard Award for"Best Chef Mid Atlantic" category for 2019 and 2020. We have been proudly named as “Restaurant of the Year” by Richmond Magazine and “Best Richmond Restaurant” by EATER in 2023,2024. Esquire named Lehja “100 restaurants America can’t afford to lose during pandemic.”Sunny always strives the freshest ingredients and seasonal menu. Our Wine List has been awarded "Best of Award of Excellence" by Wine Spectator. Sunny Baweja has been invited to Food Festivals across the country . Sunny has won many competitions around like Broad Appetit, Burger Blast, American Heart Association’s Heart ball 2018 “Chefs Challenge”to name a few. Sunny was also the Headliner Chef at 2018 “ Taste of Richmond”. Washingtonian magazine has also featured Lehja as one of the must visit Richmond Spots.

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5. Texas de Brazil - Richmond

4.5

Awesome(4858)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Richmond

Booked 66 times today

Texas de Brazil, is a Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, that features endless servings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage as well as an extravagant salad area with a wide array of seasonal chef-crafted items.

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6. West Coast Provisions

4.6

Exceptional(1360)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Richmond

Booked 30 times today

Located in the Greengate shopping center in Short Pump, West Coast Provisions offers an inventive approachable American Fusion menu specializing in shellfish, fresh fish, sushi and steak. It has a big city feel with a sleek décor, tall ceilings, large windows, exposed brick, a fireplace, a private dining room and one of Richmond’s largest outdoor patios. We have convenient parking and accept reservations for parties of all sizes. We are currently serving in the dining room and on our patio.

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7. The Wine Whisperer

5.0

Exceptional(227)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Henrico

Booked 9 times today

The Wine Whisperer is a wine shop and bistro located in Richmond's Short Pump neighborhood. We speak wine and are passionate about sharing your new favorite bottle or glass with you! Our wine bar is designed to offer an immersive experience to our guests. Let our knowledgeable staff help you learn about your palate and curate a flight of wine just for you! Look for a rotating by the glass list, craft beers, more whiskey than you imagined, and an expansive food menu built for wine pairing. The intimate dining room is a perfect spot for a casual glass with friends or that special occasion date. Look for weekly wine tastings, monthly classes, and other special events that are uniquely Whisperer! No reservations available? Give us a call or stop by; we save a number of tables each night for walk-in guests. For questions or to make a reservation for a larger party, please call or send a message.

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8. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Richmond

4.0

Excellent(88)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Henrico

Booked 1 time today

Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

9. Southern Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(1648)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Regional American (Southern) • Richmond

Booked 46 times today

Southern Kitchen, which is known as "The Mouth of the South" to the locals, serves up comfort food favorites. From collard greens to fried fish and chicken, the eatery provides a comfortable, relaxed spot for enjoying classic Southern food, beer, and wine for lunch, and dinner. Since opening in 2014, the restaurant has focused on providing good food paired with a classy experience and great customer service. Southern Kitchen features a variety of options for starting the meal, including fried oysters, fried okra, southern rolls, and salad. Enjoy sandwiches like the salmon cake and chicken club, or dive into some apple pecan salad, fried fish, big momma's chicken, and chicken livers and onions. Southern Kitchen also features plenty of filling plates, including the seafood platter, meatloaf, catfish, and southern-fried pork chops.

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10. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Richmond

4.8

Exceptional(2294)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Richmond

Booked 40 times today

Ruth's Chris Steak House in Richmond, VA serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining may be arranged.

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