25 Essential Richmond Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Richmond.
Ninja Japanese Cuisine
Texas
Simple sushi house featuring Japanese grilled fare & a variety of rolls, plus wine, beer & sake.
Lomonte's
Texas
Italian favorites served family-style & à la carte, plus a long wine list offered in stylish digs.
Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q
Texas
Brisket, ribs & sides served up cafeteria-style in a no-frills setting with indoor picnic tables.
Pier 36 Seafood & Oyster Bar
Richmond, Texas
Popular eatery for casual fare from the sea, including New Orleans-style fish & American steaks.
Sandy McGee's Restaurant
Richmond, Texas
Comfortable pubby spot with art on distressed walls offering an American comfort-food menu & a bar.
Mandi Cafe & Grill
Richmond, Texas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Baytown Seafood
Richmond, Texas
Down-to-earth restaurant where fried seafood served à la carte & family-style headlines the menu.
Marco's Pizza
Richmond, Texas
Counter-serve chain serving up a menu of specialty or custom pizzas for takeout or delivery.
Burger King
Richmond, Texas
Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes.
9er's BBQ (Richmond)
Richmond, Texas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Drive-through, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch.
Sonic Drive-In
Richmond, Texas
Fast-food burger & fries joint with an old-school feel, including retro drive-in service.
Los Gallitos Mexican Cafe
Richmond, Texas
Service options: Curbside pickup, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails.
Jaime's Dairy Treat
Richmond, Texas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Drive-through, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch.
Mystic Bistro & Hookah
Richmond, Texas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great tea selection.
Whataburger
Richmond, Texas
Circa-1950 fast-food chain for counter-serve burgers, some stacked with multiple patties.
Subway
Richmond, Texas
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
GPI Los Tacos / Mobile FOOD TRUCK
Richmond, Texas
Identifies as Latino-owned, Identifies as women-owned. Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service.
Taco Bell
Richmond, Texas
Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.
ToKu Asian Bistro (新符記）
Richmond, Texas
Identifies as Asian-owned. Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Tejas Mexican Grill
Richmond, Texas
Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
El Salvador Pupusas y Mas
Richmond, Texas
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty, Sports. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Peking Garden
Richmond, Texas
Service options: No-contact delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Sonic Drive-In
Richmond, Texas
Fast-food burger & fries joint with an old-school feel, including retro drive-in service.
9er's Grill
Richmond, Texas
Burgers, fajitas, seafood & salads round out the menu at this comfortable diner with American fare.
McDonald's
Richmond, Texas
Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.