Restaurants

Local investor buys out fro-yo empire

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A Shockoe Bottom private equity firm has taken over the locally based frozen yogurt giant sweetFrog. But the chain’s founder and former CEO says he’s turning his focus to his second concept and a new location in Carytown.

Restaurant owners rebound in the suburbs

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Shortly after shutting down a business near VCU, a restaurateur couple is planning to open another venture in the more familiar territory of the West End.

Elby awards garnish Richmond restaurants

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The annual Elbys took place over the weekend, recognizing the restaurant owners, chefs and dining spots that stood out in the past year. And a 2-year-old Fan restaurant took home the two top prizes.

Old Fan favorite opens in new spot

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A Fan restaurant and bar that had been in the same spot for 38 years opened in its new location on Jan. 15.

Restaurateur’s second venture lands on Grace

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After his Latin dining concept in Mechanicsville went under, a local restaurateur is taking a chance on a similar venture in the heart of the city.

Cafe opens fourth spot in Scott’s Addition

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An expanding market and cafe concept opened the doors to its fourth location in late December, contributing to the changing storefronts in Scott’s Addition.

A year in food: 2014's restaurant roundup

Whether it was celebrity chefs moving in or local operators adding new locations, Richmond’s restaurant scene piled a lot more on to its plate in 2014.