Old Original Bookbinders

01/29/2008 Posted by luvtodineandtravel

Was looking forward to Bookbinders for our weekly nice dinner for my husband and I. Its pretty inside and the ambience is nice. They honored our request and got us a booth so that we could sit next to each other. Most of the patrons have their nose up in the air, so be careful. We don't feel the need to flaunt our money, but it seemed many people here did. Server was unpleasant the entire time. We had to ask for bread from 3 people 4 times. It finally came with our entree. Not a good start to the meal. However, I must admit it was the best bread I've had in Richmond. hot sourdough, amazing butter. The caesar salads were quite good, and we both enjoyed them. I ordered the petite filet and my husband the blackened tuna. We both thought our dishes were good, but not over-the-top. They were satisfying, but not the best. For dessert we tried the key lime which is in a chocolate cookie crust. Interesting combination, but oh-so-good. Server never got friendlier. However, I would go back for the bread and the Caesar. They were worth the trip back. Heck, I would go back just for the bread. Overall, good dining experience, but if you are in that end of town, go to Sensi, which is next door. Thats our all time favorite in Richmond.

Pros: bread, salad, dessert

Cons: service

11/14/2007 Posted by keltraylor

My husband and I went for our 1st anniversery. We LOVED it...Although I was kind of expecting a little more. The food is very filling and good...kind of bland though. Crabcakes are def. the best!! hands down! Wine was wonderful! Valet a BIG PLUS!

Pros: Valet, Crabcakes

Cons: Waitress was a little rude...

05/09/2006 Posted by lovetofinedine

it is just my favorite place in Richmond, VA. The best Crab Cakes.

04/07/2006 Posted by 1979blackvet

Every time we dine here, we need a wheelbarrow to take us to the car. The food is so spectacular that we cant stop eating. They say the number one way to a mans heart is through his stomach this restaurant has my heart. Great service, great food and great company equals a consistently good time. I will always have fond memories of this restaurant. I highly recommend this place to be the best in the Richmond area!

Pros: Food, Service, Parking

Cons: Tough to get in

12/28/2005 Posted by fili

I have been to Bookbinders MANY times, and it's always been a fabulous experience. Whether it's for a quick drink at the bar, a business lunch, or a romantic dinner, Bookbinders is ALWAYS the answer. Don't forget to make a reservation... and to bring your credit card.

11/06/2005 Posted by dock

My wife and I spent a romantic weekend in a local Bed and Breakfast. The Old Original Bookbinders was part of our trip we are still talking about. The food was terrific and the service was among the best. While Bookbinders is not inexpensive enough to be our weekly diner, it is certainly on the top of our special events list.

10/14/2005 Posted by mnmbuss

7th wedding anniversary. bartender very attentive with wine. dinner service very good. atmosphere nice and cozy, disappointed with dress attire of some patrons. wife had special and dissappointed with filet mignon, but did enjoy the crab. only steak we eat is filet mignon, this was average at best, bad cut of meat?, mine not much better and the lobster tail was over cooked (decent, but not worth price paid). we enjoy fine dining, good service, and have been to many places. main courses at best average, atmosphere very nice, service will bring us back for a second try (no one is perfect). price paid not worth the food, but we did order two bottles of french wine that were half of our total bill. still a very nice evening for us. everything was perfect until we bit into our filets. perhaps seafood is the specialty of the house.

Pros: atmosphere, service, cleanliness

Cons: meat

08/26/2005 Posted by lindazbar

If you would like an Outstanding Dining Experience in Richmond VA, the place to visit is Bookbinders! The Ambiance is Superb, the Service is Superb and, of course the food is the Finest! FRESH Fish, including Lobster is featured on the varied menu. And the presentation of each course is beautiful - you cant wait to take a bite! I HIGHLY recommend Bookbinders on Cary Street in Richmond!

06/29/2005 Posted by cavwa

Any negative reflection on the service may be the result of a misunderstood appreciation for the inherent bearing of Bookbinders. This restaurant embodies the culture of culinary leisure. There are no churn and turn table ushers trying to roll in the next patron. Here, it is about the dining experience, not the dining expedience. Troy, our server, was the standard of professionalism, knowledge and courtesy. The food is superb; the occasion to relish in an unhurried repast immeasurable, and a return visit is inevitable.

Pros: Tradition in service, Steak and Crab, Wine List

Cons: add Phila. menu optns

05/16/2005 Posted by katwest859

I can not say enough about what a wonderful time we had here. The service is exceptional and the food outstanding. Beautiful Restaurant!

Pros: Awesome staff, Beautiful place, Great food

Cons: None