{"id":10667,"date":"2021-08-23T12:58:12","date_gmt":"2021-08-23T16:58:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/earlham.edu\/?p=10667"},"modified":"2021-08-23T22:22:45","modified_gmt":"2021-08-24T02:22:45","slug":"earlhamites-dish-on-best-places-to-eat-in-richmond","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/earlham.edu\/news-events\/earlhamites-dish-on-best-places-to-eat-in-richmond\/","title":{"rendered":"Earlhamites dish on the best places to eat in Richmond"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Little Sheba’s is located in Richmond’s Depot District and has indoor and outdoor dining.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Richmond has something to satisfy everyone\u2019s appetites. Use this handy guide to help you figure out what to try when you visit or move to town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Mexican<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

La Mexicana<\/strong><\/a> is a no-frills eatery within a short walk of campus that serves amazing food. Don\u2019t pass it up! Students and faculty alike are fans of the giant burritos and Jarritos-brand fruit-flavored sodas. There\u2019s also a small grocery area where you can buy Mexican snacks, candy, and ingredients. But you may also want to try El Trebol<\/strong><\/a> on Richmond\u2019s east-side, just to decide which restaurant has better food. As Sven-Erik Nilsson \u201820 said, \u201cEl Trebol is like La Mex’s beer-serving brother. Love that place.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somewhere fancy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most students can\u2019t afford a fancy night out, but sometimes your guests will pay for it, and then you might want to go to the Old Richmond Inn<\/strong><\/a> downtown, or Galo\u2019s Italian Grill<\/strong><\/a>, which is on the opposite side of town. Olde Richmond Inn serves everything from seafood to steak to salads and Galo\u2019s is an upscale Italian restaurant. Both are owned by Galo Molina<\/strong><\/a>, an Ecuadorian chef who has lived in Richmond for over 20 years. Cordial Cork<\/strong><\/a> is also popular for special occasions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best brunch dates<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you want to feel like a local and get some good brunch food, AJ\u2019s Diner<\/strong><\/a> is the ticket. You can sit in one of the booths or on one of the barstools and be transported to 1950\u2019s Richmond. The food is simple and quick with local favorites like a fried tenderloin sandwich, omelets and biscuits and gravy. Joann\u2019s Cafe<\/strong><\/a> is also within easy walking distance of campus. \u201cThat place is a hidden gem!\u201d Gurt Masteron \u201917 said. \u201cI loved going there for breakfast on a Saturday morning. Best breakfast joint in town.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Earlhamite favorite<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Thai Thara<\/strong><\/a> is an undeniable favorite of Earlhamites and locals. The staff quickly memorize your order, including your preferred level of spiciness. The food is delicious with plenty of vegetarian options, plus yummy soups that help when you are under the weather. This restaurant is currently available for carryout only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All-you-can-eat<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Gulzar\u2019s Indian Cuisine<\/strong><\/a> is Richmond\u2019s long-awaited destination for authentic Indian food. Students and faculty used to drive an hour to Oxford, Ohio, but now they just need to drive the 15 minutes across town to satisfy those cravings. Plus, Gulzar\u2019s has a great lunch buffet. Make sure you go on an empty stomach to make the most of it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Caffeine, food, and free wifi<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A popular hangout spot to get work done off campus is Roscoe\u2019s Coffee Bar and Taproom<\/strong><\/a>. With sandwiches, salads and nachos, you can fill your belly, get caffeine and get your work done. It\u2019s also a great place for meetings and playing board games (provided) with friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Roscoe’s Coffee Bar and Taproom.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Local vibes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To kick it like a local, be sure to check out Little Sheba’s<\/strong><\/a>, Pizza King<\/strong><\/a> and Coney Island Tavern Pub<\/strong><\/a>! Pizza King has the best pizza in Richmond, according to Richmondites. It\u2019s one of those places with thin crust and toppings that go all the way to the edge. To take your Pizza King craving to the next level, head to Clara\u2019s<\/strong><\/a>\u2014it\u2019s Pizza King with stained glass windows, and you can eat inside a double-decker bus. Coney Island has some of the best wings in town plus the typical pub fare including pizza and burgers. They also have dart boards if you feel like playing a friendly game over drinks. Little Sheba’s has delicious, uniquely-named sandwiches for any pallet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

No matter what your taste buds choose, you\u2019re in for a treat!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Story written by by Somer Eckert, Earlham Class of 2017<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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