Richmond, VA
For Italian in Richmond, the local food press points to Edo's Squid, Dinamo, and Lost Letter. Picks from Richmond Magazine, updated June 2026.
Editor’s picks
Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in Richmond Magazine. Updated June 2026.
Edo's Squid · The Fan
Richmond Magazine's 2024 No. 3 Best Restaurant and on the 2025 25 Best Restaurants list. The long-standing Harrison Street Italian room with tight tables and handwritten specials.
Dinamo · The Fan
On Richmond Magazine's 2025 25 Best Restaurants. The artisan-painted West Cary Italian/Jewish fusion spot running a seasonal menu from curated supply chains.
Lost Letter · Scott's Addition
On Richmond Magazine's 2025 25 Best Restaurants. a Scott's Addition Northern Italian room serving carpaccio, ragu, and silky tonnato.
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