New Richmond area restaurants that opened in 2025
Check out new restaurants that have opened in the Richmond area this year.
Ugly Dumpling
Ugly Dumpling is now open at 1601 Willow Lawn Drive, #840. Read the story.
The Fishin' Pig
The Fishin’ Pig, a popular Farmville barbecue and fried seafood spot, has opened its first Richmond outpost at 4028 Cox Road, Suite J in Glen Allen. Read the story.
Ripple Ray’s
Ripple Ray’s is a Grateful Dead-themed bar that has opened in Carytown at 3123 W. Cary St. Read the story.
Torch Kitchen + Bar
Torch Kitchen + Bar is now open in Midlothian serving Louisiana fare with a twist at 2077 Walmart Way. Read the story.
Shawarma Inc
Shawarma Inc is now open in former Lebanese Bakery spot, serving shawarma sandwiches, falafel and fatayer, which is a savory meat pie, among other dishes. 6215 W. Broad St. Read the story.
Cava Glen Allen
Cava has opened a location in Glen Allen at 9964 Brook Road. Read the story.
Roots Natural Ktichen
Roots Natural Kitchen opened its third Richmond-area location in January in Midlothian. Read the story.
Whisk at the Library of Virginia
French pastry shop Whisk opened a café in the Library of Virginia. Read the story.
Chipotle
A new Chipotle Mexican Grill is now open in Midlothian at 13651 Lake Eloise Loop. Read the story.
Meredith Lindemon
Food and Drink Reporter
Colleen Curran
Living Editor
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