Hungry shoppers have a new snack option in Chesterfield Towne Center, where a national glazed nuts brand has cracked the local mall market.
Restaurants
Vision for Jackson Ward gelato shop lives on
When her son died this spring, 80-year-old Barbara Given was left with an unfinished Jackson Ward space. Now, with a little help, she’s carrying on with her son’s plan to turn the storefront into an ice cream shop.
Local restaurant chain launches Midlothian outpost
A restaurant chain launched in Short Pump two years ago has quickly grown to five locations in three states, and its newest spot recently opened for business in Alverser Plaza.
Scott’s Addition lands restaurant group’s newest venture
The company behind several restaurants around Richmond plans to launch a new concept in Scott’s Addition, its second on Boulevard, as the neighborhood bustles with new developments.
Minimum wage debate echoes in Shockoe Bottom
Workers and activists rallied last week at a local McDonald’s, calling for Virginia to follow New York’s lead in raising the minimum wage for fast-food workers to $15 an hour.
Oyster bar owners take a crack at growing market scene
Downtown restaurant Rappahannock is spilling over into a new storefront with plans for a small market and bar that will also sell raw oysters and other seafood.
Chef takes crack at own venture in Shockoe Bottom
With stints at several well-known restaurants under his belt, a local chef is launching his own restaurant in the ever-changing Shockoe Bottom food scene.
Caterer launches Northside deli
After several years handling food for events and weddings, a caterer opened a deli and restaurant space, with plans to get a farmer’s market up and running next month.
Longtime Thai eatery getting re-heated
A Jackson Ward restaurant and its fleet of food carts are re-branding after 15 years in business as part of a deal with a neighboring eatery.
Short-lived burger joint goes dark near VCU
A VCU-area restaurant has been put out to pasture after less than a year in business, though its owners are open to a possible return.