25 Essential Richmond Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Richmond.
Firehouse BBQ and Blues
Indiana
Hickory-smoked meats & classic sides, plus live entertainment, offered in a former fire station.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
Indiana
Homey chain restaurant serving American comfort food, with an on-site general store.
Gulzar's Indian Cuisine
Indiana
an everyday essential favorite for readers tracking Richmond's most persuasive indian restaurant rooms, anchored by a Beam Score of 79.3.
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Richmond, Indiana
Soft-serve ice cream & signature shakes top the menu at this classic burger & fries fast-food chain.
Little Caesars Pizza
Richmond, Indiana
Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill
Richmond, Indiana
Family-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.
Pizza King
Richmond, Indiana
Relaxed, family-friendly chain serving up pizza & sandwiches, plus salads & desserts.
McAlister's Deli
Richmond, Indiana
Easygoing counter-service chain known for its sandwiches, stuffed baked potatoes & sweet tea.
IHOP
Richmond, Indiana
Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.
Thai Thara
Richmond, Indiana
Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great tea selection. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Little Sheba's - Richmond, IN
Richmond, Indiana
An array of pub fare plus cocktails served in casual surrounds with patio seats.
Victor's Mexican Taqueria Bar & Grill
Richmond, Indiana
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
La Mexicana Grill
Richmond, Indiana
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Clara's Pizza King
Richmond, Indiana
Relaxed, family-friendly chain serving up pizza & sandwiches, plus salads & desserts.
El Rodeo East
Richmond, Indiana
Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert.
Arby's
Richmond, Indiana
Fast-food chain, known for its roast beef, serving up hot & cold sandwiches, fries & shakes.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Richmond, Indiana
Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.
Mancino's Pizza & Grinders
Richmond, Indiana
Casual chain featuring pizzas & sandwiches made with house-baked rolls.
Arby's
Richmond, Indiana
Fast-food chain, known for its roast beef, serving up hot & cold sandwiches, fries & shakes.
Bob Evans
Richmond, Indiana
Casual chain started on an Ohio farm & known for hearty family-style meals & a country vibe.
Frisch's Big Boy
Richmond, Indiana
Chain restaurant offering burgers & other American standards, plus drive-thru service.
Hardee's
Richmond, Indiana
Fast-food chain serving fried chicken, big burgers & made-from-scratch breakfast biscuits.
Hardee's
Richmond, Indiana
Fast-food chain serving fried chicken & big burgers.
Bad Dad Pint & Slice Richmond
Richmond, Indiana
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Lulu’s Tacos
Richmond, Indiana
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails.