Rockafeller's Restaurant

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   Jennifer

   Richmond

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Server Christopher was fantastic and friendly. 2 of the 3 of us had the Early Bird Specials and 1 had the Ribeye. The seasonal sides for the Early Bird Specials were just eh, the veggies tasted like that frozen mix of broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots. But still, given the price of the Specials, I'd say the meals were reasonable. The salads that came with the Specials were fresh and tasty. My son liked his medium rare ribeye.
   

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   Alesha

   Richmond

   3 reviews

   3.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   The customer service was excellent, but unfortunately, the food fell flat. Every dish lacked seasoning, leaving everything disappointingly bland. I appreciate the great service, but I wouldn’t return based on the food quality.
   

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   James

   VIP

   Richmond

   36 reviews

   4.0

   36 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Great server; Thomas….very engaging. Food was excellent. It was pretty chilly sitting next to window despite the gorgeous view of water.
   

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   Briana

   Richmond

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our dinning experience was outstanding. The server was really helpful. My kids even enjoyed it.
   

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   Paul

   Richmond

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great server, McKennan. She constantly checked on us. The food was great as usual. Hard to beat the scenery of boats and water. It was pretty quiet when we got there at 5:30 but was pretty loud by the time we left. Great night. I recommend.
   

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   Thomas

   Orange County

   3 reviews

   4.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Overall great experience! Food was excellent and service top notch! Our only complaint was that it seemed a bit rushed in the restaurant due to the Valentine’s Day holiday and they were attempting to get people in and out to accommodate reservation load. But we would definitely love to come back at a slower time!
   

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   Larry

   Washington DC

   13 reviews

   3.0

   13 reviews

   Dined on February 7, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Unfortunately, the entre was substandard. The seafood comb was overcooked and rubbery. I sent it back and ordered the walnut crusted salmon. It, too, was overcooked and tough. This was a big disappointment because I had eaten here 5 years ago and the food was superb. However, the service was excellent and they were very accommodating.
   

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   Emma

   VIP

   Richmond

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on February 7, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Delicious food in a lovely environment with a great view!
   

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   Richard

   Richmond

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 2, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Accommodation for a large party was great. The view of the marina is better appreciated during daylight/early dusk hours. Dining area is well maintained and clean. The ambience of the restaurant is good, well decorated, not too noisy. Our waitress was prompt and attentive with service. Food presentation and taste was ok, our party ordered several of the starters and a variety of entrees, but none really made an impression to stand out to state a must try. I love to be a patron of local businesses, please don’t let my subjective opinion matter, try this local place out, it’s worth going and I too will likely return and try a different selection.
   

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    Julie

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4

    Went here for restaurant week. Staff was friendly, and food was okay. Seafood was great, but my steak was tough and my wife's and my vegetables were lukewarm. Chocolate mousse was tasty but not mousse like. It was very dense in texture. I think my steak was sous vide, and seasoned well. Taste was there but a little tough for cut of meat and color was more gray instead of sear marks. I definitely will go back for a seafood fix, but am leery for beef options. Overall a nice quiet place during off season. Will try again during summer to see if kitchen and staff do better on delivering hot and more eye appealing beef plates. Like I stated earlier, their seafood was spot on, and will definitely return to sate my taste when I have the urge.
    

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