Connor Leeson
Sat out on the patio for one of the first beautiful fall days of the year and it was a great time! We ordered General Tso wings to start, and I got a coconut shrimp sandwich with honey mustard and slaw. Everything was delicious, including the copious helping of shoestring fries. My only minus on the food was that the bread was a bit too crusty and it made the sandwich hard to eat.
We had a bit of a bee and fly issue at our table which was a tad distracting, and our server hardly said anything to us after taking our orders, but overall, this was a nice find. I definitely would return.
Wei Styer (Wu)
What a gem!! Truly lives up to the hype! Our friends have been raving about this spot and it does not disappoint! The fries are SOO good! Pretty much anything on the menu is amazing - but split a plate if you want room for dessert, because the food is filling and the portion sizes are good.
The atmosphere is very tropical and sunny, with bold wallpaper and touches. There are lots of interesting choices for seating, including an outdoor shaded patio. Would work well for big groups and small. We came right after the lunch rush on a Saturday and were able to get seated quickly (3 adults, 2 kids), but it was still fairly busy. I've heard that it's really popular for weekend dinner. While they don't take reservations, you can order curbside pick up online!
We got nachos, lamb cheesesteak, and the filet o'nikel. Everything was delicious! My husband is from Philly and he quite enjoyed the cheesesteak. Highly recommend! I'm already excited to come back and try something new from the menu!
And seriously , get the fries. You won't regret it.
Miguel de la Rocha
Cute little bar & restaurant in Forest Hill, loved the atmosphere and the music. There was a wait for a Friday night dinner but time flew by as you can order a drink at the bar & chill outside. Their cocktails are unique and there's something for everyone to try and experience. Their food was amazing, I had the lamb cheesesteak w/fries and was right about what you'd expect. A great portion and just right about messy enough that gives you the street food vibe in a good way! Would definitely come back again!
jemmairose eddy
The food didn't disappoint. The only thing I found uneasy is the individual who sat us down was not pleasant with her demeanor . Must not be happy of what she is doing. Not a good part of the restaurant hospitality business. Our server on the other hand was nice, attentive and have a pleasant demeanor. Most importantly this place is dog friendly.
Jay Clement
Super kitschy tropical vibe and we all loved it. Got several apps and all were high quality, executed perfectly. My wife and I split a burger (cooked med rare and cooked perfectly). Fries were amazing but seemed to come out unseasoned. Had to ask for salt. Would absolutely go back.
Katrina Butler
This was our first time here. The interior is super cute but a bit small. The food was really good and fresh and the portions were a great size. Our server was attentive but not hovering, which was great. Overall, we had great experience and will be back.
Anthony Upton
The dining experience was really nice. I enjoyed the earth colors and the overall island vibe. The music was a little on the loud side. There were times when we (family and I) were yelling across the table. Maybe it was because of where we were sitting.?
Either way the food made it all worth while. I could have stopped at the nachos. They were overflowing and delicious. We ordered the fried cheese sticks. (That wasnt what they were called but I dont recall the name) both were really filling.
We ordered the crab spaghetti, salmon, the kids meal chicken tenders and French fries, and lamb cheesesteak. All was equally delicious. The kids meal was so good that my son ate EVERYTHING. That has never happened before! The portion size was large and it was worth it.
I couldn't leave without a slice of the upside down pineapple. It was so moist, and fluffy, has a nice rum balance with a candy-type base. (The whipped cream topping was my own add on.)
I would absolutely recommend Little Nickle if you are in the Richmond area.
Rachel Kurtzberg
The food was absolutely incredible! And the portion size was huge! We ordered the lamb cheesesteak and Hawaiian nachos and they were amazing! Such a cute atmosphere as well!
Christopher Stolworthy
My wife and I came here for drinks and dinner. We got our drinks and ordered the nachos as an appetizer. The nachos are not an appetizer lol! They could be a meal on their own, and totally deserve to be as every bite was amazing. My wife ordered the crab spaghetti which is creamy and delicious. Their are many nuanced flavors through the dish. I ordered the Hawaiian pork bowl and couldn't stop eating. You can taste each individual ingredient, yet together they become a symphony of flavor. Absolutely recommended.
Rachel Hoppe
Everything about this place was excellent - the food, drinks, and service. Often in places that have great cocktails/ambiance, the food is nothing to write home about. Everything we ordered here was fantastic. The Pupu appetizer platter was delicious, as was my Siam salad and my partner’s Peri-Peri chicken. Also the drinks were great and special shoutout to our bartender Josephine. She was super friendly and gave some awesome recommendations. Will definitely be back!
Bentley Heese
Little Nickel is more like a silver dollar. Small place, big on charm, flavor and menu options. While the menu is not overly expansive, it adeptly takes you anywhere you want to go in terms of a dining experience. We had chicken nachos, octopus tostadas, Siam salad w a burger(perfectly cooked, the juices came out as I cut into it) and a cod sandwich with amazing fries. Topped it off with a coconut cream pie. Texture, flavor, great eclectic mix up. Everything was wonderful, they know what they’re doing. I could have stayed in appetizer section and been hugely satisfied. The seating is cozy, so you may feel compelled to talk with your neighbors as we did. Very nice sense of community which we need so much in these divided times. Plus, you could see what neighbors were trying. I was perusing the food coming out of the kitchen and I honestly would have eaten anything that I saw. It must be happening, I even saw one of the owners of Lucy’s restaurant(another of our favorites) standing in line to be seated as We left. Definitely worth the trip if you live across the river or in far west end. It’s great to see our restaurant scene continue to blossom as RVA becomes more an more of a foodie town. Definitely will return!
Brett Feinstein
The place has a great Swingers/Rat Pack/tiki vibe, theme and design, and plays amazing period music. Food doesn’t live up to the effort put into the surroundings. General Tso’s wings are ok but the sauce is slathered on far heavier than needed and is a little cloying. The burger is bland and lacks seasoning but is helped by what seemed to be a Hawaiian sweet bread bun. Service comes from a server who is sullen and unhappy, although reasonably efficient. When full, forget having a conversation. It’s not possible. And it’s completely overrun by vapid hipsters oblivious to the irony that they’re in a place designed to recreate the mid-century vibe and culture that attracted the original generation of hipsters. Get the kitchen right and a service staff that wants to be there and this restaurant will be awesome.
Deborah Dudack-May
4 of us arrived and they said it would be an hour wait. No way the wait took an hour! The time flew by, they seated us. The food was deliciously creative! The portions were quite healthy! The price is very reasonable. I give the food and the atmosphere a 5, of all the staff we encountered, everyone was very friendly. I would give our server a 3.5 to a 4. She had a slightly cold attitude (my guests agreed about our server). Then again the restaurant was busy, maybe she was a little overwhelmed. My experience was a 5 overall! I will be back, the food was delicious and like I said, over all the staff was very welcoming!
Shelle Burke
Great atmosphere and delicious food and drinks. I had dinner with a party of 4. Everyone got something different, and no one was disappointed with the food/libations. The service was great. It's a small busy place so be prepared - there might be a wait, but that's a product of being so damn good. So order a drink and kick back on the patio. I'd definitely recommend this place to friends and plan on going again.
Heather Gilpin
Great atmosphere, great food and great times. The crab cake sandwich is to die for - I have been looking for a great crab cake and have found it! Hallelujah! Can’t wait to try everything in the menu!
Joshua Eadie
Best restaurant in the area for sure. Cozy, warm atmosphere with amazing food. Nickel burger is the best burger I've ever had, perfectly cooked and just a wonderful mix of spicy and sweet and savory. Lumpia is an absolute must. By my reckoning, this is a place you cannot afford to miss.
Owl Rare
Updated: Even Though the power went out, Little Nickel was a great experience. The bar is beautiful and the bartenders seemed friendly, the cocktail i got had a banana shaped into a dolphin with a a maraschino in its mouth, it was pretty tasty, esthetically pleasing. overall, check this place out, its worth it.
David Botkins
Other than a longer wait than hoped for at 5:30pm, everything was great. Food, service, eclectic atmosphere. Great fun. Highly recommend. Smaller groups of 2-4. Not for large parties or small kids.
Deita Coleman Batteau
The food was really yummy. The salad I got was full of good ingredients, not just on top of lettuce but all through the whole salad! Nice cool spot on a hot, muggy day!
Sarah Young
Wonderful experience! Beautiful place with delicious food! Friendly staff and did I already mention the delicious food? Hawaiian nachos are life.
Kathryn Shoemaker Oti
I love to see the owners of a restaurant hands-on running around, clearing tables, talking to customers. Our lunch was spot-on delish , the service was excellent and the place looks adorable. Can't wait to go back for dinner!
Gaye Gregory Elliott
Everything was delicious! Shared the calamari and I had the Siam Chopped salad. Flavors were blended so well and the dressing was outstanding. My husband had the Nickel burger which he said was terrific. Came with so many
Shoestring fries that I even got to share half. Brought home the pineapple upside down cake and half of my salad. The wait has been worth it!
May Bee
My boyfriend and I went for Valentines Day lunch and everything was perfect! I had the “Nickel Burger” and he had the “Ipanema sandwich” both were super tasty! Our waitress was incredible and the decor and ambiance was stunning. Will definitely be back for dinner and drinks �
Ellen Stemann Vest
The menu is filled with dishes that are different and delicious. Nothing like this restaurant anywhere. I highly recommend the lamb shank tacos. YOU ACTUALLY GET A LAMB SHANK and make your own tacos. The tiki cocktails are authentic and the service at the bar was great. Sarah was amazing to watch concoct the cocktails as well as taking care of our dinner service.
Mark Robertson
Always amazing. The service, the food, the atmosphere - can't get any better. Southside Richmond has waited a LONG time for something this good!
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