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Southern-inspired food served on a lovely patio - Parterre, Richmond, VA

Parterre

4.2
4.2
234 Reviews
$30 and under
American
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Thank you for choosing to dine with Parterre!

Parterre, a French word that is commonly associated with a garden area that is appealing to be viewed from an elevated point of view. Our restaurant embodies that definition with our attractive and inviting courtyard area located within the walls of the historic Linden Row Inn. The Inn has become one of the most popular gathering places in Richmond with its beautifully restored rooms to its historical claims of past residents such as Edgar Allen Poe.

Parterre combines an appreciation of Richmond history with a love of good food and drink. Parterre Restaurant offers an approachable and quaint space for neighborhood residents and visiting guests alike to enjoy. Our specialty is dishes of traditional and southern fare. Our experienced culinary team blends seasonal ingredients with fresh and local produce, perfectly capturing flavors our region is known for.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Hours of operation

    Wed–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Bar Sat 2:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (804) 381-5810

  • Website

    https://www.trolleyhouseva.com/parterre/menus

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Location

    100 E Franklin St, Richmond, VA 23219

  • Neighborhood

    Richmond

  • Cross street

    1st Street and Franklin

  • Parking details

    There is plenty of street parking available near the entrance of Parterre. If staying at the Linden Row Inn, valet service is available. There are also city parking garages within walking distance to the restaurant.

  • Additional

    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

Popular dishes

What 234 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

  1. delaneymae

    Nashville

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    Service was very friendly and the atmosphere was lovely, a great location in a cool section of Richmond. We went for Sunday brunch and my partner was thrilled with his biscuits & gravy with eggs and potatoes, and also loved the coffee cocktail. I was disappointed with almost every aspect of my breakfast: lukewarm water for tea, no spoon brought with my yogurt bowl, which was served with flavorless cut up melon, and the scone of the day, a blueberry scone, was almost inedible. It was like an undercooked muffin and not buttery or flaky as you'd expect from a good scone. The server and the staff who greeted us were very nice but I would not return. Also I assume it's because Parterre is in a historic building (which, again, that's so cool!) but I don't know how they get away with not being even remotely ADA compliant. But that's not my fight to pick!

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  2. VeryPleasantMeal

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went here before a show at the Altria Theater. Very pleasant and delicious meal!

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  3. JohnG

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 31, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience5
    We liked Parterre. They were very busy so our servers were not as attentive as expected. However, the service was good, servers friendly and the food very good. The only caveat is that two of our party ordered the steak, one rare and one medium rare. The steaks came out medium well and well with no pink at all. We were in a hurry to get to a play so we did not complain.

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  4. kadflfl

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    Disappointing. Had heard a lot of great things about Parterre and were excited to try it. As it was a holiday weekend, it was rather slow. Still, the service was even slower (likely since the waitress was looking at her phone much of the time). The crab cakes were mediocre, though I thought the shrimp and grits were quite good. Only after ordering dessert and coffee did the waitress tell us there was no coffee as the coffee machine was broken. What!? I'm afraid we won't be in a hurry to return.

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  5. JSmaha

    Tampa

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious when combined with the location and service this a must visit restaurant in Richmond

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  6. ShannaM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was so sweet and gracious. I know it can not be easy especially on Mother’s Day so I appreciate him putting up with my mother and I ❤️❤️❤️ I can not remember his name but he had teal hair and was so great putting up with our tipsy butts 😆😆😆 The food was on point, the bartender was great and took care of me while I waited for my mum. I loved everything about this place! Truly.

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  7. KPR2023

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience2
    We made a reservation for an early lunch at Parterre because we were staying at Linden Row Inn and it was convenient for us to eat there before my daughter's midday college graduation. Our server seemed irritated that we were there at 11 a.m. and said they "weren't open yet", although that was the time the restaurant opened and the time of our reservation. We were seated outside, and an employee of the hotel was leaf blowing (or loudly spraying water) through a lot of our meal. The food was good, and the courtyard was pretty and pleasant (other than the noise from the guy working outside).

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  8. MaureenR

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were excellent, especially since we had a large party of seven. Highly recommend this hidden gem inside the Linden Row Inn.

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  9. Janine

    Richmond

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Such a lovely way to spend a Saturday afternoon for brunch. The atmosphere was quiet and pleasant with the garden just steps away from our table. The service was outstanding !!! All of the servers were pleasant, attentive, and had that perfect balance of meeting the needs of their customers, while still respecting their privacy and conversations. My chevre and arugula omelette was good but definitely could have used more filling and less egg. The other items on the menu all looked great as well. I think a return trip for some donuts, waffles, or scones would be delightful! Janine Evans

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  10. Chelsea14

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Dinner was excellent, server was great, outdoor space comfortable. Breakfast was delicious!

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  11. NancyT

    Washington DC

    16 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Brussel sprouts a bit tasteless despite ricotta and honey Flat iron steak extemely tough

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  12. DianeG

    Philippines

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was our first time trying this place out and it was within walking distance from the show that we were seeing. Our server waa very attentive. The food was great - really liked the brussel sprouts; close second is the flourless chocolate cake.

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  13. PatV

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely delicious in every way. Shout out to David who was kind enough to walk me to my car.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Being walkable, we tried Parterre on a whim before seeing Hamilton at the Altria. We had starters before a great tasting dinner followed by donuts and coffee.Great spot in the courtyard.

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  15. PamR

    Richmond

    305 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    305 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time at Parterre. It is a hidden gem for sure. We were there for a Saturday breakfast and enjoyed our vegetable scramble and andouille sausage scramble. The coffee was very good. We will definitely come back - looking forward to dinner next time.

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  16. AshtonD

    Richmond

    18 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We loved Parterre. The service was wonderful and the location was so cute. We will be back!

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  17. LHuffy

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    This is a lovely, little restaurant! It is quaint and intimate, with a relaxing outdoor garden dining area. If it had been a bit warmer, we would have requested that area. Instead, we sat inside. The staff was attentive, efficient, and friendly. The ambiance was quite welcoming, as was the staff, & we came for Easter Sunday brunch. We did have the impression Sunday Brunch was not a nor. The food was still quite good. We both order eggs benedict, my companion the traditional and I the crabcake. Both were served with fresh with roasted asparagus and potatoes. We would like to come back for dinner, which seems to be their staple.

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  18. Patdiner

    Richmond

    22 reviews

    2.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience3
    Very disappointed with the brunch food. Crabcake eggs benedict tasted like canned crabmeat. This was served on english muffins that were so hard they could not even be eaten or cut with a sharp knife. They were just either very stale or had been put in a microwave. The check came through first for the wrong amount and items - second check came through with another diners name. Hopefully this will come through correctly on the credit card charge.

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  19. stag0025

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience1
    The food is highly overrated. The English muffins for all 4 of the eggs Benedict dishes we ordered (there were 4 adults and we all tired a different one) were as hard as hockey pucks. The drinks were very average to bland and nothing special. I Do not recommend this place at all. Will not go back.

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  20. SherryD

    Phoenix

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious. We had the brussel sprouts, shrimp and grits, steak and the wild mushroom pappordelle. I would have given it a 5 star but when we ordered another red wine by the glass, the waitress said the pump that served the red win was broken and we could order a whole bottle. We did not want an entire bottle. I think they should have oened a bottle of wine to give us a glass. Otherwise everthing was very good.

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  21. ScottV

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The inner courtyard was a lovely surprise for our first busy. Waitress worked tirelessly to deliver delicious food. Will be sure to go here again when in the area.

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  22. EvelynH

    Birmingham

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Enjoyed our evening. Food was very good and wait staff was very accommodating! Would definitely recommend and stop in again when in Richmond.

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  23. DebbieS

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The restaurant has nice ambience. The bar and wait staff were friendly and informative. The food was outstanding. Good value for the money.

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  24. CathyH

    Richmond

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great menu, wonderful service. Can’t wait to go back and sit on the patio.

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  25. CarrieL

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We enjoyed our dinner very much. The restaurant was quiet with the bar area separated from the eating area. We started with Brussel sprouts as a shared appetizer. The honey was a good contrast to the heartiness of the Brussel sprouts. I had the jambalaya - it was a good sized portion with just enough spice to make it interesting. Hubby had the steak and enjoyed it also. We split a creme brulee cheesecake. It was delicious and the highlight of the meal! Recommend Parterre as a good place to go - quiet enough to enjoy your conversation and very good food.

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  26. JenX

    Sacramento

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went to brunch with my friend and this place was FABULOUS. The food was amazing and the decor is so cute. Service was wonderful too!

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience4
    The food was overpriced and not the best quality. I had the jambalaya and the rice was undercooked. Additionally neither the portion sizes nor the quality of the food was good for the price paid. The service was very friendly, but particularly slow. They did have a wedding reception, but still the service was slow and we had to wait on some drinks because they ran out of glasses. Could be a really nice place to eat, but definitely not impressed by this visit.

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  28. KayH

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Quaint lovely patio space with great service. The burger was delicious.

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  29. LindaS

    London

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Great selection for meat, fish lovers and vegetarians. My partner had barbecue shrimp as an appetizer and flatiron steak as an entree. I had a mixed salad and cauliflower bowl. We both had a delicious chocolate tarte for dessert. Excellent service, prior to an evening at the theater at the Altria. Nice location - we also stayed at the adjoining Linden Inn.

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  30. StephanieW

    Richmond

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice atmosphere and good food! Really enjoyed it!! Will go back!

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  31. Kitty

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    We enjoyed the restaurant, food was good, Bloody Mary great. Check came a little quick for my taste but other people may want that type of prompt service. It is in an old building. Bathrooms could use a refurb. Staff was friendly and attentive.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Family brunch to celebrate our daughter’s birthday. Everything was good. The service was also good but I felt a little rushed in finishing my food. However I would still recommend the restaurant to my friends and family.

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  33. DervillaM

    New England

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    A much smaller venue than expected, and more informal.than expected..bar, food, service all.exvellent

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  34. EllenC

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Jess was great to work with as we required outdoor dining. Han was a great waiter and food was very good.

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  35. Sean

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Never been to the place. More or less a bar with seating attached to a small hotel . I’d say the lighting was way too bright for the time of evening. Food wasn’t stunning . Had fried green tomatoes, cauliflower entree and jambalaya. I’d say it’s a great place for someone just grabbing a bite to eat or needing food staying at hotel. But as a local I wouldn’t go back I’d choose somewhere else for anything other than just needing a meal.

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  36. Paul

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great service and food, interesting history, convenient location

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    We only had delicious drinks. As they only had breakfast /brunch options even though the website show full menu for Saturday at 1pm so we had drinks figured out where we were going to go to eat our waitress named Unique was “unique” and extremely apologetic and helpful.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service at Parterre was absolutely amazing! The staff & service were friendly, helpful and super attentive. Food was amazing , tasty and freshly made as well! The mimosas were yummy as well 😇😇

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Food is good, not fancy. Patio is wonderful, especially for business meetings. Service is very friendly but still a little understaffed/ comes out slow post Covid, so prepare for a longer lunch.

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  40. Jeff

    Richmond

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great dinner and very attentive service. Nice ambiance.

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You can order delivery directly from Parterre using the Order Online button. Parterre also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (804) 381-5810.

Parterre is rated 4.2 stars by 234 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Parterre

100 E Franklin St, Richmond, VA 23219

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    1st Street and Franklin

  • Neighborhood

    Richmond

  • Hours of operation

    Wed–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Bar Sat 2:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    There is plenty of street parking available near the entrance of Parterre. If staying at the Linden Row Inn, valet service is available. There are also city parking garages within walking distance to the restaurant.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

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