A former school administrator and a former Dominion Energy employee are behind the new concept in the old Poor Boys space at 203 N. Lombardy St.
First-time restaurateurs to light up the Fan with cigar-and-whiskey lounge
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Smooth sailing for marina owner with suit settled and Lilly Pad blooming
Kingsland Marina’s Max Walraven has also bought a 60-foot yacht that he’s using to kickstart a boat rental and charter business.
Belmont Pizzeria owner cooks up new burger joint in the Fan
The founder of Capital Burgers & Dogs at 814 N. Robinson St. planned to open last year but was delayed by the pandemic.
After peddling frozen treats from truck, local man opening shop in the Fan
“I’m a full-time ice cream man now,” said Westray Paul, owner of Westray’s Finest Ice Cream at 214 N. Lombardy St.
Stony Point breakfast joint files for bankruptcy but remains open
The local Eggspectation franchisee seeks protection as it tries to resolve a dispute with the corporate office of the Maryland-based chain.
Local markets selling frozen burrito delivery company’s products
Sous Casa’s food is now in the freezers of about a half-dozen stores, primarily in Richmond.
Taphouse owner uncorking wine restaurant at Westchester Commons
“What we did on the beer side in the restaurant business I want to do on the wine side,” said Sedona and Napa Kitchen and Wine owner Dennis Barbaro.
Entrepreneurs opening board game cafe aren’t playing around
The concept has gathered steam in recent years in Virginia and nationally, but Unplugged would appear to be the first in the Richmond area.
Henley on Grace wine bar opens in former Red Door diner space
After a round of renovations, the 1,500-square-foot space at 314 E. Grace St. is now equipped with a full bar, cocktail menu and over 100 types of wine.
At Joe’s Inn, city-funded parklet is out
“It was creating confusion and almost more issues than it was worth,” co-owner Matt McDonald said of the pop-up patios.