Diners' Choice: Great for fine wines restaurants in Richmond

OpenTable

Updated 05 October 2026

Looking for restaurants with the most notable wine lists in Richmond? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

The Wine Whisperer

5.0

5 (356)

$31 to $50

Wine Bar

Henrico

About the restaurant

The Wine Whisperer is a wine shop and bistro in Richmond’s Short Pump neighborhood, built for people who love wine—and those who are still figuring out what they love.

Our intimate wine bar offers a more personal way to drink, dine, and discover. Settle in with a glass, explore our rotating wine list, or let one of The Whisperers curate a flight around your palate. You’ll also find craft beer, more whiskey than you might expect, and an expansive food menu designed with wine pairing in mind.

Whether you’re stopping in for a casual glass with friends, planning a memorable date night, or celebrating something special, we can’t wait to host you. We offer weekly tastings, wine classes, and private dining as well. Come see why we're consistently ranked as a Diner's Choice restaurant.

Don’t see a reservation? Give us a call or stop by—we save several tables each evening for walk-in guests. For larger parties or private events, please call or send us a message.

Top review

AprilGold

Dined 4 days ago

The customer service and food were both amazing! It is always a treat to see Dylan.

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Experience

Winesday Tastings at Whisperer

Lemaire at The Jefferson Hotel

4.8

4.8 (4505)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Richmond

About the restaurant

Please note: we do not take reservations for the bar, lounge, conservatory, or patio. These areas are first come, first served.

New American restaurant and bar that is inspired by the agricultural and coastal traditions and bounty of Virginia. Lemaire delivers the quality and service The Jefferson Hotel is known for, but in an accessible format without the pretense, formality or expense!

Complimentary self-parking is available in the Main Street lot.

For special requests (cake, flowers, etc) guests must contact Lemaire directly.

Tables are held for 15 minutes.

Separate checks are not available for parties of six or more. A 20% gratuity will automatically be applies for parties of six or more.

Table/seating requests are noted but not guaranteed.

Thank you for joining us!!

Top review

John

Dined 4 days ago

Beautiful restaurant with very good food and service

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Popular dish

Grass-Fed Beef Tenderloin

Ruth's Chris Steak House - Richmond

4.8

4.8 (2592)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Richmond

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

LauraGold

Dined 2 days ago

Never disappoints! Exceptional food and service!!

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Popular dish

40 oz Porterhouse for Two

Popular dish

16 oz Ribeye

Popular dish

Stuffed Chicken Breast

La Grotta - Richmond

4.8

4.8 (2371)

$30 and under

Italian

Richmond

About the restaurant

Seldom can you take a few steps in the South and find yourself completely transported to another continent. Yet, this is the experience of La Grotta. Take one step inside the door and you’re suddenly in Northern Italy. Smell the roasted garlic and savor the rich flavors of innovative Italian cuisine paired with one of the fine wines that earned La Grotta the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. Whether it’s a quiet romantic anniversary or a business meeting, La Grotta isn’t just dinner. It’s a destination.

Exclusive private rentals can be arranged for up to 137 guests. We also offer 2 private rooms that can hold up to 37 people each or can be combined to hold a larger party. From Corporate meetings to Bridal Showers or Rehearsal Dinners, La Grotta will make your event special!

Please Note: La Grotta does not offer outdoor seating.

Top review

RichGold

Dined 4 days ago

First, but not the last time, eating at La Grotta. The food was excellent and we had the best waiter. We will return!

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Popular dish

Cannelloni Gratinati

Popular dish

Fettuccine alla Papalina

Popular dish

Calamari Fritti

Buckheads - Richmond

4.8

4.8 (2286)

$50 and over

Steak

Richmond

About the restaurant

Buckhead’s has been a Richmond tradition since 1994. Featuring succulent Braveheart Beef and only the freshest seafood, you can taste our passion for culinary excellence. Consistently recognized with Wine Spectator’s “Best of Award of Excellence”, our list offers over 800 labels to complement your dining experience. Additionally, our bar proudly highlights one of the largest selections of single malt scotches and small batch bourbons in Richmond, Virginia.

Top review

CarlGold

Dined 2 days ago

Utterly outstanding. I never set foot in Richmond with dining at Buckheads. It is my favorite steakhouse anywhere.

Upper Shirley Vineyards

4.8

4.8 (325)

$30 and under

American

Richmond

About the restaurant

Upper Shirley Vineyards, perched above one of the most beautiful bends on the James River and surrounded by history, brings you the best of Virginia: culinary delights, award-winning wine, and events you’ll remember for a lifetime. Whether you’re looking for a day away or the best place to stage your dream wedding, Upper Shirley Vineyards will exceed your expectations.

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Kathleen

Dined 2 days ago

My entire group loved their food and enjoyed the view and service.

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Popular dish

Charcuterie Board

Bookbinder's Seafood and Steakhouse

4.7

4.7 (6482)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Richmond

About the restaurant

Bookbinder’s is a locally family owned Seafood & Steakhouse and is unique to Richmond. Bookbinder’s offers the perfect combination of rich history and atmosphere. Close to the James River in historic Tobacco Row, steak and seafood lovers will enjoy the ambiance of exposed beams and brick walls in this refurbished tobacco warehouse. From steak to lobster to seafood, each dish is intricately prepared and beautifully presented. We look forward to seeing you soon!! We are honored to have been selected as one of the 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America for 2018, as Voted by Open Table Diners, (based on an analysis of twelve-million reviews of more than 26,000 restaurants across the country)!

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KatharineGold

Dined today

Thanks for the great food, atmosphere and birthday experience

Henley on Grace

4.7

4.7 (1189)

$30 and under

American

Richmond

About the restaurant

A Californian Asian fusion restaurant offering Pan Asian style cuisine with a twist! Hundreds of wines sold by the glass. Centrally located, we are two blocks from the Downtown Marriot, the Hilton Hotel and two blocks from the historical Dominion Energy Center. Also located near the Altria Theatre too! Stop by before an evening out!

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CLAIBORNEGold

Dined 6 days ago

ONE OF RICHMOND'S HIDDEN GEMS. THE SERVICE AND THE FOOD WAS OUTSTANDING.

Rio Brazil Steakhouse

4.6

4.6 (676)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Glen Allen

About the restaurant

Rio Brazil Steakhouse set on the outskirts of Richmond and Glen Allen.
A Brazilian steakhouse, commonly known as a "churrascaria," is a dining establishment that specializes in the traditional Brazilian barbecue style of cooking meat. These restaurants are renowned for their "rodízio" service, where a variety of skewered meats, such as beef, pork, lamb, and chicken, are slow-cooked over an open flame.
Our Customers experiences a continuous tableside service where servers, known as "gauchos," carve the meats directly onto the diners' plates. The rodízio style allows patrons to enjoy a wide selection of meats until they are satisfied, with the serving process continuing until they signal for it to stop.
In addition to the succulent meats, Brazilian steakhouses often offer an expansive salad bar with a variety of fresh vegetables, cheeses, and side dishes to complement the main courses offering a unique and popular dining experience.

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Britny

Dined 3 days ago

Loved it!! Great experience🤍 the ambience was amazing

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Richmond, VA

4.4

4.4 (7752)

$30 and under

American

Richmond

About the restaurant

Award-Winning Wines | Craveable Dishes | Innovative Cocktails | Wine Country Hospitality The inspiration behind Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants was the desire to bring the Wine Country experience to all of America by combining a Napa-style tasting room with a modern casual restaurant. Built upon the belief that food and wine have the ability to forge lasting connections, Cooper's Hawk is home to one of the world's largest wine clubs.

Top review

Nancy

Dined 5 days ago

The food, wine, ambiance and service never disappoints. It is always our go-to place to dine when friends and family come to visit.

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