Shoemaker's Grille

4.5

1021 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Feb 26, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 3 times today

Fancy
Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions

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

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Steak
Hours of Operation
Dinner Thu–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
Neighbourhood
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, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,021 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Shoemaker's Grille offers a "fantastic" dining experience with "amazing atmosphere" and "five-star service." Guests rave about its "inviting atmosphere" and "excellent food," noting standout dishes like the ribeye and she crab soup. Ideal for special occasions, this cozy spot garners high praise for its knowledgeable staff and delightful menu.

1,021 Reviews

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scott
VIP
Charleston
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant, we were in town and found it at the last minute and were able to get a table. The food and service were fantastic. The manager was kind enough to give us the building history and a brief tour of the hotel lobby upstairs. Highly recommend, next time we’re in town will definitely be back!
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Christopher
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing atmosphere and cozy surroundings. Service was five star and food just as highly rated.
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Tia
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I was greeted by the hostess and was quickly seated. My waitress was very knowledgeable about the menu and was able to give me advice on ordering from the menu on things I was unfamiliar with. We also had complimentary champagne. The atmosphere was also very elegant. I would definitely recommend for any special occasions.
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Mick
VIP
Raleigh
21 reviews
2.0
21 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food was cold but would have been delicious otherwise
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James
Unspecified
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place!!! Parking could be better, but a short walk
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Kevin
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wanted to have a special dinner with my wife. It was everything I expected it be. I would definitely go again. We had drinks, dinner and dessert. A very nice time we had. Top notch serving and cooking staff.
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Barbara
Tampa
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our first time here; we very much enjoyed the ambiance and great service!
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Amelia
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had an amazing time celebrating an early Valentine’s Day (and first Valentine’s Day married) at Shoemakers. The drinks were tasty and presented nicely. The butter was really good! We had such amazing service, such a sweet server! For food we decided to sample 4 appetizers and they were all amazing. The stuffed shrimp and the baby back ribs were my favorites. What we ordered: Drinks: Good things come in pears, Isabella of Castile Food: We decided to sample a few appetizers Sticky Baby Back Ribs Country Eggrolls Pork Belly Stuffed Jumbo Shrimp Crème brûlée cheesecake for dessert
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OpenTable Diner
VIP
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 17, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We’ve been coming to Shoemakers 3 to 4 times a year for more than 10 years. This is the first time we could remember being significantly disappointed. The steaks were small and tough. Hopefully just a temporary problem.
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Thomas
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a great place to take your wife for a special occasion, the food ambiance, and staff was awesome. I will be going back there again in the future.
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Shoemaker's Grille is rated 4.5 stars by 1021 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Feb 26, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 3 times today

1312 Commerce Street, Lynchburg, VA 24504

Additional information

Cross Street
Main Street
Neighbourhood
Lynchburg
Hours of Operation
Dinner Thu–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, 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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