Welcome to Heritage Restaurant
At Heritage Restaurant, located in the heart of Richmond, Virginia, we celebrate a blend of New American cuisine with Asian influences, crafting dishes that tell a story. Our cozy, modern atmosphere welcomes diners to savor flavors that bridge tradition and innovation. Signature menu highlights include the exceptional duck breast and the unique butternut squash soup featuring a vibrant coconut curry base, both adored by our patrons. With a commitment to impeccable service and an inviting ambience, Heritage promises a memorable dining experience that engages the senses. Join us to explore flavors that resonate with heritage and creativity, all in one delightful setting.
- 1627 W Main St, Richmond, VA 23220 Hotline: (804) 353-4060
Welcome to Heritage Restaurant, a delightful culinary gem nestled in the heart of Richmond, Virginia. Located at 1627 W Main St, this establishment embodies the essence of New American cuisine with a contemporary twist, making it a perfect destination for food lovers and casual diners alike.
As you step inside, the ambiance is immediately inviting; a cozy yet chic setting enhanced by warm lighting that sets the stage for an unforgettable dining experience. Guests often rave about the welcoming service, with staff that strike the perfect balance between friendliness and professionalism, ensuring you feel right at home from the moment you arrive.
The menu at Heritage offers an array of innovative dishes, harmonizing local flavors with a diverse culinary palette. Start your meal with the Pimento Croquettes ($6.00), paired with a smoky tomato aioli that delights the palate. For those seeking extra comfort, the Butternut Squash Soup stands out with its rich coconut curry base, providing a refreshing departure from standard options.
Main courses are a showcase of culinary artistry. The Grass Fed VA Burger ($16.00) is dressed to impress with bibb lettuce, onion jam, and cheddar, all layered within a buttery brioche bun. Another must-try is the exquisitely prepared Duck Breast, celebrated by patrons as one of the finest renditions in the area. Savory dishes like the Black Garlic Garganelli Pasta with rock shrimp and broccolini offer a flavor explosion, complemented by a tangy Meyer lemon scampi sauce that resonates with each bite.
For dessert, the Yellow Chartreuse ($16.00) serves as a sweet and sophisticated ending to your meal, while the Pistachio Ice Sandwich showcases a perfect union of creamy and crunchy textures that are meant to be shared. Patrons consistently commend the cocktail and wine offerings, which are expertly curated to accompany the diverse menu.
While some dishes may occasionally miss the mark in terms of spiciness or temperature—like the splendid Pork Tonkatsu that some found a tad bland—overall, Heritage thrives on creativity and quality, earning rave reviews for its dedication to exceptional food and service.
Whether you're diving into an elegant dinner before a show at the nearby Altria Theater or seeking a cozy meal with friends, Heritage Restaurant masterfully combines artful cooking with an atmosphere that invites you to linger long after the meal has ended. With its enthusiastic customer endorsements and a commitment to culinary excellence, Heritage is undoubtedly a must-visit for anyone in Richmond.

Amazing food, awesome service, and meeting the chef. The interior is cozy and the food is delicious. Always enjoyed the interior. I definitely want to come back and taste more.

Today, Masjede Azizi and Ian Ward did a wonderful job on flushing my tankless hot water heater (a practice they do for me every Spring) and replacing the internals of a guest bathroom. Both had become clogged, as sediment is working its way through the Richmond water system and just reaching people's houses. A few weeks ago RICHMOND, VA had a week-long "boil water" emergency where our water was turned off. Upon restarting the water, sediment has been making its way into folks' houses. Masjede Azizi and Ian Ward were friendly, knowledgable and professional in their work. I have always been impressed with Davis & Greens services (HVAC, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING).

We ventured downtown for our first visit to Heritage and were not disappointed. Parking is always challenging in the city but we managed to find a spot on main st not too far away. The restaurant has a cozy modern vibe with warm lighting. Service was friendly and relaxed but also impeccable. It was a Tuesday so we weren't going to get cocktails but "snuggled up in the alps" sounded too good to miss so we shared it and loved it. Very smooth. At first glance Heritage looks like eclectic American, but with a closer look, there are definitely many Asian influences. For apps we got the fried broccoli, butternut squash soup and soft boiled eggs. The Butternut squash soup was a nice change from the standard butternut soup that's usually on the sweeter side. This one had a coconut curry base that added a nice little kick and some great garnishments with pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and sourdough toast. Delicious.. The fried broccoli was decent, but honestly, I make a better roasted version, at home. The soft boiled eggs was an interesting appetizer with some tasty ingredients like chili crunch, scallion, and sesame but didn't care for the bluefin tomato sauce, which left an unpleasant fishy taste. For entrées, everyone enjoyed the local rockfish which was done perfectly and had a grain based risotto (farro) along with some delicious brussels sprouts, bacon and butternut squash. The black garlic Garganelli pasta was also very flavorful with rock shrimp, broccolini mushrooms in a Meyer lemon scampi sauce with Parmesan on top. I'm a sucker for Burrata which you can add for a hefty $7 extra but thankfully, my husband refrained and we found it really did not need it. The only entrée, that was a bit of a disappointment was the pork tonkatsu with Brussels, kimchi, fried rice and duck confit you'd think it would be a hit, but it just felt very bland. Needed something bright or acidic to complement the flavors IMO but I am not a professional chef lol The pricing felt a tad high especially with the high service taxes in the city, but we will probably still come back for another bite for a special occasion. The beautiful light snow that started while we were inside felt like a good omen to come back.

It's been a few years that I have been to Heritage... I've always liked it but we just never think to go for some reason. I took my daughter to go see Mamma Mia and I was able to get reservations for dinner. We got early reservations for 5:30, there were only a couple of tables with patrons but by the time we left if filled up. It's such a chic spot, I wonder why we don't come here more often. My daughter also enjoyed the ambience. We started off with Pimento Croquettes which were super light and I loved the pimento cheese spread it came with. My daughter actually ordered the creste di gallo pasta which was delicious. The waitress did warn us of the spice (my daughter doesn't love things too spicy, so they recommended the burrata with it)... it ended up being too spicy for her lol so I swapped with her. She ended up eating my Roasted Pork Loin with curried spaetzle which she loved and I did too (no worry we had leftovers of both which I will probably end up eating lol ). My only complaint was that both dishes were a bit lukewarm... I thought both were flavorful but I would've loved if they were hotter. I have a thing with piping hot food. All in all it was great and I will need to come back soon. Side note, we went to Shyndigz for dessert after, which was super close so that was nice.

My sister and I dined at Heritage for the first time prior to the Samara Joy show at the Altria Theater. This was the perfect location for a pre.show dinner as the restaurant is conveniently located a few blocks up the street from the theater. Upon entering the restaurant, we were made to feel welcome by the hostess. We were escorted to our table & immediately approached by our server. She was courteous, welcoming & very knowledgeable about possible menu options. I ordered the fried green tomatoes as my appetizer & the Duck Breast as my entree. The food was fabulous. Each dish was cooked perfectly & the flavors meshed together well. So far Heritage's rendition of Duck Breast is my favorite in the area. For dessert, my sister & I shared the Pistachio Ice Sandwich. It was very taste. A combination of creamy & crunchy. The ambience of the restaurant was very comforting. It was minimalist in decor but very homey & welcoming. I definitely plan to return to Heritage to try more menu options.

You will not be disappointed! Heritage is a must for those seeking joy in the form of food. From drinks to apps to mains, every bit of our meal was so wonderful. I cannot express that enough! The service was exceptional, the volume minimal though the restaurant was fairly full on a Saturday night. A great place to enjoy an evening with friends, family or colleagues! (Not pictured - the tuna tartare)

So the service was impeccable. They were awesome and wonderful. There was a slight mix up with one of our dishes and they were quick to remedy it and took it off the check without us saying a word. Everything we had was wonderful from cocktails to wine to appetizers to main course. The place is very cozy inside and despite the posh setting we did not feel out of place in jeans and a button down. I would go again just to try some of the other dishes and cocktails.

My last review was--10 years ago and: this restaurant is still and enduringly fabulous. Food, service, decor, location: first rate! Really special. Hostess for res, Mark as waiter, the chef's beautiful and tasty creations! My fav restaurant in Richmond. I travel for work; I better get another client so I can dine here sooner than 10 years from now! Outstanding! Just come here!