1870 Restaurant and Bar

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   Judy

   Richmond

   37 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   37 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   This was 3rd or 4th time Eating here and it has been good with excellent service Last night was Not so however. The bar service for drinks was excellent but the food service was terribly slow and the food overall is just too rich. We really thought the duck they brought us was a steak and we still aren’t sure that wasn’t the case with a mixed up order. I’m allergic to read meat and didn’t end up in the hospital so I guess not. The sides were very good and we filled up on an early side and bread before our dinners arrived late. Will probably not go back until hopefully the menu changes.
   

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   John

   Washington DC

   8 reviews

   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent food and a great environment. Staff were a bit disorganized but very friendly.
   

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   Kristine

   Richmond

   9 reviews

   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything was delicious from drinks to dessert. We would highly recommend the duck. It was perfectly seared. The staff was very welcoming and was very attentive. We will be back!
   

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   Jessica

   Washington DC

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Outstanding service, amazing food taste and quality, good portions, quality wine and specialty drinks options. Will definitely return.
   

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   Phil

   Richmond

   44 reviews

   4.0

   44 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We didn't eat off of the main menu, just the happy hour menu. The happy hour menu was disappointing. Oyster preparation was a little strange, smashburger was overcooked, and they were out of a couple items on the menu. Service was fantastic but they need to up the food game to compete with Ruth Chris's
   

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   Clint

   Philadelphia

   124 reviews

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   5.0

   124 reviews

   Dined on November 17, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The history of the restaurant was printed in the menu book and was an interesting introduction to our visit. The food and cocktails were imaginative, exceptionally well-prepared and very tasty. Timing of delivery was spot on. The waitstaff were attentive and friendly. A truly enjoyable dining experience. Definitely will visit again!
   

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   carol

   Richmond

   14 reviews

   2.0

   14 reviews

   Dined on November 17, 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   We waited at the bar for our table about 30 minutes, hostess couldn't find us, our food order was lost, steak was raw. Had 7:30 reservation Entrée did not arrive until 9:30.
   

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   Nooshejan

   Greater Boston

   10 reviews

   4.0

   10 reviews

   Dined on November 17, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Nice atmosphere with good service. Took quite a long time to get drinks. Missed a side order of mushrooms. A little pricey. Will likely return
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Richmond

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on November 17, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We celebrated a friend's birthday (party of 8) down in the Speakeasy. It was fantastic! Craig and Aiden made our experience perfect - they tended to our group quickly and made sure we were comfortable throughout the evening. The food, drinks, ambiance, and service were fabulous. It is an expensive evening....but worth every penny. The Lobster bisque is AMAZING.
   

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    Boyd

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3

    Food was very good. we were near entrance and the door was left open at times and cold wind came in. Service was quick and efficient. Weird bar service asked for a Makers and ginger ale and got a shot of bourbon and a separate glass of ginger ale with no ice. My wife asked for Makers with water on the side. Again, no ice. When they delivered the drinks we asked for ice and they brought back three small cubes each.
    

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