Grace Noodle is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Richmond.

1. Grace Noodle

8.7
1823 E Main St, Richmond, VA
Noodle Restaurant · Shockoe Bottom · 14 tips and reviews

Rach F.Rach Face: Authentic, handmade ramen. The tom kotsu (pork bone) ramen and dumplings were delicious.

Dennis T.Dennis T.: Stamina Ramen is great & very filling with nice spice. Gyoza are grilled and tasty with nice light dipping sauce.

Reese M.Reese Mastin: The tan tan and vegan tacos are bite your tongue good!!

En Su Boca is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Richmond.

2. En Su Boca

8.2
1001 N Boulevard (at Myers St), Richmond, VA
Mexican Restaurant · Fan - Oregon Hill - Carver · 79 tips and reviews

Molly S.Molly Szkotak: The tacos are generously sized and just $3. Get the carnitas and one of their creative cocktails and the iffy service won't faze you. Closest thing to authentic Mex this side of La Milpa.

Bryan M.Bryan Mortensen: Pretty inexpensive, but very good. Taco meat choices are broad. Salsas are authentic, if not a little too spicy. Service is subpar, but the atmosphere of the dining area makes up for it. Beach vibe.

Jim C.Jim Contoris: The food is authentic and delicious. Burritos are huge. I saw several complaints about the service in others reviews. Our server was excellent. She was friendly, attentive and fast. Excellent meal.

Tacos Mexico is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Richmond.

3. Tacos Mexico

8.0
4108 Richmond Hwy, Richmond, VA
Taco Restaurant · South Richmond · 2 tips and reviews

Lt. Dave N.Lt. Dave Naoroz: Authentic, filling and great. Made on the grill in front of you. Worth the trip down the Pike.

Marlon G.Marlon Goulbourne: The tacos de carne asada are amazing best authentic Mexican in town

Metzger Bar & Butchery is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Richmond.

4. Metzger Bar & Butchery

8.6
801 N 23rd St, Richmond, VA
German Restaurant · 27 tips and reviews

Brittany T.Brittany Thomason: The most delicious authentic German food I've ever had. The sausage platter is to die for. Get the candy bar for dessert it's the best dessert I've ever had!

Greg R.Greg R: Everything was phenomenal! Highly recommended! House made celery soda was the bomb! Amish chicken and celery soup with pretzels were superb!

morgan p.morgan pierce: This place is solid - great food and service!

Alamo BBQ is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Richmond.

5. Alamo BBQ

8.8
2202 Jefferson Ave (22nd St.), Richmond, VA
BBQ Joint · Church Hill · 88 tips and reviews

Travis M.Travis Miller: Oh man this is tasty and authentic

natalie k.natalie kay: truly anything! tacos, brisket, cornbread with honey butter, jalapeño Mac and cheese!

Jess S.Jess S.: You need this mac n cheese in your life.

Stella's is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Richmond.

6. Stella's

8.9
1012 Lafayette St, Richmond, VA
Greek Restaurant · Near West End · 55 tips and reviews

CoreyCorey: Superior authentic homemade Greek!!! Get in there!!

Meredith B.Meredith Blechman: They take walk ins for bar or communal table seating. Really homey feel, and solid Greek food. The gigantes, hummus and tabbouli, and whole grilled fish were delicious. The Greek salad is huge.

RVALunchSpecialRVALunchSpecial: Get the lamb fries. Share them.

Tio Pablo is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Richmond.

7. Tio Pablo

7.8
1703 E Franklin St (at N. 17th St.), Richmond, VA
Mexican Restaurant · Shockoe Bottom · 34 tips and reviews

Wes B.Wes Bechtel: Excellent. Two minutes off I95. Authentic tacos. Two tacos and two sides for $10. Local beer on tap.

tamaratamara: Best authentic Hispanic food ever and I'm from Arizona! Fully GF! Even the tequila. Try any special as they are all amazing.

Sofia U.Sofia Uz: Authentic taste! Definitely try popusas and mexican corn!

Kuba Kuba is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Richmond.

8. Kuba Kuba

8.9
1601 Park Ave (N Lombardy St), Richmond, VA
Cuban Restaurant · The Fan · 109 tips and reviews

Online P.Online Producer: The bread on the side, with the palm leaf baked into the top, certifies the authenticity of the family-owned, 15-year-old establishment.

Rachel M.Rachel Mercer: Best Cuban sandwiches around. They also are one of the few places to serve Jupina (pineapple soda) and plantains. If you have a sweet tooth be sure to buy both.

RVA BadgeRVA Badge: An beloved neighborhood restaurant, the food is well worth the wait. Don't forget to always save room for the Tres leches, Food Network even featured the dessert on The Best Thing I Ever Ate.

Penny Lane Pub is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Richmond.

9. Penny Lane Pub

8.2
421 E Franklin St (at N 5th St), Richmond, VA
Pub · City Center · 75 tips and reviews

Jeff R.Jeff Roberts: Fantastic Liverpool style pub. Food is authentic British fare. Pool table and dart board upstairs. 0008 Smoking is available upstairs as well as on the enclosed patio.

Shelli L.Shelli Lutz: My absolute fave place in Richmond! Good food, fun and authentic atmosphere, owner's lovely, never disappointed.

Jae E.Jae E: Charm, Wit and Simply Smashing Fare! I had a Snakebite, which I have never had before; cider and beer mixed, who knew? Tried the steak & Guinness pie, which was highly addictive. Do not miss this spot Read more.

Carena's Jamaican Grille is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Richmond.

10. Carena's Jamaican Grille

7.8
7102 Midlothian Tpke (Chippenham Pkwy), North Chesterfield, VA
Caribbean Restaurant · Midlothian · 17 tips and reviews

Sultan W.Sultan Williams: The food here is so authentic! Try it, you'll love it! Get the Ox Tail Entrée!

Tiffany B.Tiffany Branch Murillo: Great authentic food! Beware of the bones in any of the chicken dishes. The rum punch is to die for!

David C.David Conolly: Excellent service. An upscale Jamaican restaurant. Entrepreneurial with the menu choices. The Ox-Tail pizza is to die for!!!

Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Richmond.

11. Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint

9.1
5810 Grove Ave, Richmond, VA
Burger Joint · Three Chopt · 24 tips and reviews

Brian C.Brian Clay: This place is awesome! Can't go wrong, but my favorites are the Jalapeno Please, El Chancho, and the Rickety Cricket. But, again you can't go wrong.

Frank L.Frank Lynch: Burgers a bit on the small side but incredibly tasty. Fries are wonderful and great beer list.

Elle B.Elle Breezee: The people are nice, the food is great! Burgers and fries done right, and an impressive beer list, fried Oreos!!!!!!!

Can Can Brasserie is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Richmond.

12. Can Can Brasserie

9.0
3120 W Cary St (btwn S Auburn & S Belmont Ave), Richmond, VA
French Restaurant · Carytown · 131 tips and reviews

Emily S.Emily Sale: So cute and authentic looking. Get the beet salad

Rachel M.Rachel Mercer: If you're a pair, don't trouble yourself with reservations. Grab a seat at the bar and order a Sazerac. One of the best in town.

Aiden K.Aiden Kirchner: An adorable French cafe in Carytown

Union Market is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Richmond.

13. Union Market

9.4
2306 Jefferson Ave, Richmond, VA
Deli · 26 tips and reviews

Liz M.Liz Morton: Turkey and goat cheese sandwich is on point! Dog friendly patio is the best.

Tom W.Tom Whitt: You can't go wrong. Just try anything.

Elle B.Elle Breezee: Mushroom kale sausage soup, and sit outside!

Shyndigz is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Richmond.

14. Shyndigz

9.1
1903 W Cary St, Richmond, VA
Dessert Shop · The Fan · 49 tips and reviews

Briana B.Briana Bailey: Salted caramel cake, pecan bread pudding with bourbon sauce and ice cream. Very large portions! Recommended to share one between two people. Deliciously sweet.

Sonja B.Sonja B.: Huge portions! Salted caramel chocolate cake is incredible! It is large enough to be shared by four.

Dionne W.Dionne Waugh: Better than an alcohol bar is this wonderful dessert bar!

The Lab by Alchemy Coffee is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Richmond.

15. The Lab by Alchemy Coffee

9.0
814 W Broad St (Laurel), Richmond, VA
Coffee Shop · VCU · 18 tips and reviews

Joe M.Joe Montes: Great place to get work done or to just hang out; there are lots of tables and seating. Iced chai latte with oat milk is a must.

Brandon L.Brandon Laroussini: Make sure to call him by his first name, Eric, he loves that.

S R.S R: Awesome. Have a latte. Have another latte.