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The Tobacco Company Restaurant, Richmond, VA

The Tobacco Company Restaurant

4.6
4.6
4029 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 42 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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 4,029 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Most Booked

  • Richmond

    Best Ambience

  • Richmond

    Good for special occasions

  • Richmond

    American

  • Richmond

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Tobacco Company Restaurant in Richmond offers a captivating dining experience with "amazing food" and "friendly service" in a "beautiful, historic building." Known for its lively atmosphere and rich history, this restaurant is perfect for "special celebrations." Though some find it pricey, it remains a "Richmond tradition" with a unique and charming ambiance.

4,030 Reviews
  1. George

    Richmond

    15 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    The Thanksgiving meal was adequate. The food was barely warm. We had a four person party and all ordered the Thanksgiving dinner. One dinner was missing a side dish. Not a problem since the missing dish was brought out promptly but it made us question the attention to detail of the kitchen staff. Also bread was not brought to the table until we asked for it. We were also seated at a less than desirable location; third floor in the back when we had made reservations months ago. All in all, it was a disappointing experience as compared to the previous year. We plan on returning next Thanksgiving but we will request better seating and maybe this was just a one off for the restaurant.

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  2. Debra

    New York City

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another wonderful Thanksgiving meal! Olivia was our server and she was helpful and attentive. She was facing a long day of serving but was incredibly cheerful! The harvest platter is enormous! Tasty turkey and ham along with perfect sides. Needless to say, we have leftovers! A lovely place to celebrate Thanksgiving. Feeling thankful!

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  3. Kristee

    Richmond

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff was amazing! The food especially the sides were not warm. They had been sitting somewhere before being served. l would still go back. Next time, l would tell the server about it. We all still enjoyed our dinner!!!

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  4. Anne-Marie

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great service. Door should be open before reservation. It was raining outside.

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  5. Ann

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We are traveling and staying in Richmond and I booked one of the last reservations online just a couple days prior. So glad I did! I hadn’t been here in over 15 years and today, we had an exceptional experience…. all around! We both ordered the Harvest Dinner which was a “traditional thanksgiving dinner” with turkey, ham and all the fixings we love. Portions were extremely generous and honestly so delicious that we didn’t even miss being away from home this Thanksgiving! Cheers!

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  6. Brad

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome Historical Quintessential Experience ! Service, Food , Drinks were perfect !

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  7. rosalie

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I recently visited The Tobacco Company for a birthday dinner with a few friends, and it was an overall fantastic dining experience. From the moment we walked in, the restaurant's atmosphere stood out. The vibe was sophisticated yet comfortable, featuring exposed brick, ornate chandeliers, and striking, vintage-style mirrors that made the space feel both elegant and inviting. One of the coolest features was the antique-style elevator, which added a fun, quirky touch to the ambiance. For dinner, I opted for the scallops, which were served with a delicious mushroom risotto and asparagus. The portions were generous, and everything was cooked to perfection. The scallops were tender and flavorful, and the risotto was creamy without being too heavy. I also tried the she-crab soup as a starter, but unfortunately, it wasn't my favorite. It was a bit too thick and creamy for my taste, with a texture similar to cream of chicken soup, which felt a little overwhelming. The cocktails were another highlight. Each of us ordered something different, and we all loved what we tried. The drink menu had a great variety, and the drinks were well-crafted with creative flavors. All in all, The Tobacco Company provided a memorable dining experience. The food, cocktails, and ambiance make it a great choice for anyone seeking an upscale, fine-dining experience in Richmond. It's definitely worth checking out, especially if you're looking to celebrate a special occasion!

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  8. Crystal

    Richmond

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great experience. We sat in a nice little private area. The Service was good and the food was delicious.

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  9. Erica

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service from door to table was excellent. I thoroughly enjoyed my food however, some of our party did not receive what they had expected. Our waiter went above and beyond to make this special occasion even more special. I was pleasantly surprised that the restaurant called twice to confirm the reservation, which really assured me because I was traveling from another state for the dinner. My only complaint was the menu was a bit limited and I would have liked more chicken options. I really wanted to try the chicken dish, but and not able to eat ham. I selected the veggie lasagna and loved it! I will definitely be back to the restaurant the next time I’m in Richmond.

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  10. Lynn

    Richmond

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We arrived in a great mood and were looking forward to a fun and good meal. We have been often, so had no reason to believe it wouldn’t be as nice. But our server, Dylan, was condescending, snippy, impatient, generally unpleasant. I had to wave him down after waiting a pretty long time just to order our drinks. Everything came well timed, but we just didn’t like working with him.

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FAQs

The Tobacco Company Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 4029 OpenTable diners.

The Tobacco Company Restaurant does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 42 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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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