Restaurant Adarra

“Every dish was an experience in flavor and presentation, and the scallops were a highlight—a dish so craveable you’ll want a second order. The wine program over-delivered on quality to price and the Brouilly was a steal. Service was all hands on deck with multiple touch points throughout the meal, though never intrusive. Jude, our server, was exceptional and made the evening memorable with their warm, attentive hospitality. We’ll definitely revisit and request Jude’s service, but this whole team doesn’t miss.”

“My favorite restaurant in RVA! Hands down the best restaurant in RVA. My partner and I come here every time we are visiting from NYC. The space is perfection, with dark wood panels, large moody artwork that creates the coziest atmosphere. A large window with a view into the beautiful kitchen adds to the excitement! The bar is nice and wide with comfortable plush seating where you can spread out and have space to dine elegantly. You feel so tucked in and comfortable, you won't want to leave. The staff is extremely friendly, they're so knowledgeable about the cuisine as well as drink pairings, i've honestly never felt so welcomed at a restaurant! It's obvious that the passion of the owners trickles down to their staff and creates the incredible vibe! The food is 10/10 amazing, always plenty of seafood options, charred and seasoned perfectly. The whole fish with charred leeks is life changing!! I can't say enough about this place, I only wish I lived closer, or maybe they can open a spot up in Brooklyn (wink wink).”

“Had a dinner that significantly exceeded my expectations yesterday! The service was excellent, with our knowledgeable waiter who helped us zero in on the perfect funky Orange wine for our palettes. For our table of two, we knew we wouldn’t finish a whole bottle of wine and our waiter reassured us he could cork our bottle at the end of the meal so we could take the rest home. The cooking technique over a wood fire was perfect - everything was perfectly cooked! Especially the trout we had (which the staff magically deboned) and the cut of pork from the neck that we had. Both fish and meat just melted in my mouth. I especially appreciated the vinegar sauce used on the trout. I discovered a new green vegetable I had never tasted, which was a little like broccoli rabe. Like the fish and meat, it too was perfectly cooked over the wood fire giving it a smoky taste. All our greens were served with crunchy nuts, adding flavor and texture to each bite. Even the dessert, an olive oil cake, was charred on the fire before getting topped with a whipped cream and cooked apples. The portions are very generous and we were full even before dessert, but pleased we still ordered the delicious dessert. It also helped that we could take home the large amount of leftover pork too. I will be returning next time I visit Richmond!”

“Everything at Adarra was executed to perfection. The wine program is very unique with no set menu. You talk with your sever, they bring over a selection of wine and give you a run down on each. We were offered one for my pallet, one for my wife's pallet and one in the middle. It was incredible and very intentional. Their menu changes often and we opted for two specials and two dishes off their menu. The meals seemed to be centered around sharing family style with the whole evening coursed out for maximum enjoyment. We finished the meal with the best cheesecake we've ever had and housemade ice cream and a glass of Port. Pro-tip from our server, if you get the ice cream let it sit for a few minutes before diving in. The environment and layout of the restaurant gives you a wholesome feel. You're surrounded by hand painted pictures and real candles scattered around. It almost feels as if you're in an old money estate with butler service and all. Being able to see the wood fire kitchen is an incredible touch. There's nothing like it in Richmond. Every employee gave us a smile when we passed them or came in contact with them. The owners are working along side their employees and nothing seems too small for them to take care of. If you get a chance to talk to the HR department I highly suggest it! (IYKYK)”

“Good food, small portions but ambiance is great. The Prawns do not come with a vegetable or a starch for 39 dollars for 4 prawns. The oysters were good but not worth it at its price point. The pork shoulder was dried out with not much flavor but the vegetables made up for it. If you like a place that you pay top dollar for small portions, this is your place!”