Lemaire Restaurant

Visited here for Christmas and had a lovely time! The food and drinks were delicious and the portions were wonderful, especially considering the caliber of the food. The lamb shank was absolutely to die for. Our server, while very polite and helpful, was slow and frequently we had to ask her multiple times for refills on water, new silverware, the menu for desserts/cocktails, and our tea. Eventually we gave up on the tea and it still showed up on our bill. Not a big deal but it was a bit frustrating. However, when we reminded her she was apologetic and very friendly about removing it. Overall a great time with great food and so glad we did Christmas dinner here!

During Christmas holiday season, they get booked up very quickly. Therefore, if you want a specific date and time, you better make a reservation months in advance, maybe even more than half a year. The restaurant is located inside the hotel on the 1st floor, right of the main entrance. The hotel is splendidly decorated during Christmas season and it makes for even more memorable experience. Besides the fabulous ambiance, befitting of an upscale restaurant, the service is impeccable. Food while delicious, well prepared and superbly competent, is not quite sublime. Maybe I am being bit too harsh here. Price is on par for an upscale restaurant but not ridiculously overpriced like some celebrity chef driven places I've been to. Nevertheless, it is definitely worth a visit for any special special occasions.

The food is exquisite, and the servers are first-class. Our family always books a table here every time we are in Richmond, and we have always been impressed. The chefs find a way to elevate traditional dishes to a new level through their creative touches. The elegant setting in the Jefferson Hotel makes every meal a special occasion.

It was truly an amazing experience. Decided to check them out for my birthday, and the fact that the hostess and the waitress knew was an extra touch. They even printed my name on the menu. Food was amazing. Served with no rush, warm, and extremely tasty. Their drinks and wine menu were also excellent. We will definitely come back.

Birthday Dinner for my Daughter and her husband. It was simply the best, from appetizers, main course of Scallops, amazing collards (southern style) delicious crème brûlée, birthday cake …not to mention Wine and Bourbon! Benjamin was our server, very attentive, gracious and answered any questions we had. Love the hotel and its grandeur, it’s a must and love going there, such a happy Birthday❤️❤️. We will be back for Thanksgiving ❤️❤️