Located in a 165 year old building in the heart of historic Shockoe Slip, Sam Miller's is on the National Registry of Historic Places, and has been featured in national publications including "Southern Living Magazine." In addition to fine seafood and "the best crab cakes in Richmond," we serve USDA Prime beef , creative pasta dishes, and salads to suit any tastes. Looking for something more casual? A small plates menu is available in our Oyster Bar featuring classic favorites and new lighter fare options. Whether you are looking for a fine dining facility to host your business dinner, or a casual place to meet friends for drinks, Sam Miller's has all the options to satisfy your needs.

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Overall

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

(32 Reviews)

Rating Breakdown 32 reviews

5 stars

(11)

4 stars

(12)

3 stars

(3)

2 stars

(3)

1 star

(3)

Food

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 3.9 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.9 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

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special occasion(18)
fit for foodies(14)
romantic(13)

neighborhood gem(9)
good for groups(7)
great for brunch(4)

Sam Miller's Reviews List

Review 1 for Sam Miller's

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fantabulous!!!

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Took my mother to Sam's this year for Mother's Day brunch and it was fantastic. Have been there many times and it did not disappoint. Had a Monte Cristo sandwich which knocked me out. Served on cinnamon coated French toast, the whiskey syrup was incredible and complimented the turkey and ham perfectly. Topped off with a Mimosa the meal was 100%. Will return not only for a brunch for dinner as well, which I have sampled and heartily recommend. Keep up the good work Sam's and thanks for making Mother's Day so nice for us."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 2 for Sam Miller's

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Pre-Show Dinner

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We ate at Sam Miller's before going to a concert. Servie was very good. We were not rushed, and our meals were excellent. Crab Cakes exceptional! We shall return."

Dined on 5/04/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 3 for Sam Miller's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

My wife and I enjoyed our

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/27/2013

2011

Dined on 04/27/2013

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"My wife and I enjoyed our first visit to Sam Miller, the service was great and the food was delectable. We ordered off of the 2013 Restaurant Week menu choices and were very pleased with the food quality. The Triple Chocolate Tower was good but I was expecting great, but overall it was a very good dining experience and the service was top notch."

Dined on 04/27/2013

2011

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

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Review 4 for Sam Miller's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Restaurant Week gem. Good

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/27/2013

2012

Dined on 04/27/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Restaurant Week gem. Good food, very attentive wait staff. A really good experience."

Dined on 04/27/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups

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Review 5 for Sam Miller's

Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

Disappointed

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/26/2013

2008

Dined on 04/26/2013

2008

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Considering Sam Millers is supposed to be an upscale restaurant I was highly disappointed. My steak was extremely dry and the crab dip didn't have an ounce of crab in it. When the waitress asked how was everything my guest stated her medium steak was over cooked & the waitress stated that's how the chef cooks his medium steaks. She didn't ask if they could make a new one or try to satisfy her in any way. When we first arrived we asked if there was any specials or specialty drinks and our waitress said no. However, while I was sittn facing the chalkboard I noticed specials written out for happy hour & it was well before the ending time when we asked. Needless to say we were not pleased and will not be returning!"

Dined on 04/26/2013

2008

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Review 6 for Sam Miller's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

We enjoyed thoroughly during

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/26/2013

2010

Dined on 04/26/2013

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We enjoyed thoroughly during restaurant week. Everything was just right! The food was an absolute delight and our server was friendly and attentive. There was a nice crowd but not packed. It was a mature atmosphere but not at all stuffy. We enjoyed half shelled oysters, bacon covered shrimp, Maine Sampler, Surf and Turf (crab cakes are truly special!) we will definitely visit again soon!"

Dined on 04/26/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 7 for Sam Miller's

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food, GREAT restaurant!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/24/2013

2007

Dined on 04/24/2013

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Oh so delicious! We were seated right at the time of our reservation. The waitress was very knowledgable of the menu and wine list. Food was delivered to the table in a timely manner, but without any rush. The food was very well prepared. My tenderloin was cooked exactly as ordered, and the crab meat was more than I usual expect with an "Oscar" addition to my beef. Also, the presentation of the meal was very good. The desert I chose was very good, but not quite as good as the great appetizer and entrée.
It was meant to be a special night, and the staff and food at Sam Miller's really made it feel special."

Dined on 04/24/2013

2007

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion

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Review 8 for Sam Miller's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

I had a delicious Tuna steak

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/29/2013

2007

Dined on 03/29/2013

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"I had a delicious Tuna steak and my date had seafood pasta. The dishes were great and the asparagus was perfectly cooked. I'd definitely order the tuna steak again, even if their crab cakes are supposed to be best in town."

Dined on 03/29/2013

2007

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 9 for Sam Miller's

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful Sunday Brunch!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/31/2013

2013

Dined on 03/31/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"I was looking for a place to take my mom on Easter for Bunch. The food was awewome. I had the Crab Benedict which wasn't your standard poached eggs on an english muffin. Chef Rhian made it so much better! Crab meat on a croissant topped with poached eggs and hollandaise. Mom had the waffle with Honey Butter and Whiskey Syrup. She absolutely loved it. We had to try the spiced apples...oh to die for!
Then there was the Bloody Mary Bar with all the fixins for your signature Mary with high end vodka choices. Great fun and great food! Will be going to Sam's for brunch again soon!"

Dined on 03/31/2013

2013

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

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Review 10 for Sam Miller's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Birthday dinner

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/09/2013

2012

Dined on 03/09/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"I went to a birthday dinner with a friend. Great food, good music coming from club next door, and excellent service. We had Chicken Oscar with asparagus - quite tasting. I will be back!"

Dined on 03/09/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 11 for Sam Miller's

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Sam Miller's a bust!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/23/2013

2011

Dined on 02/23/2013

2011

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Food and service was a disappointment!
I had the Saturday special of shrimp and mussels in a broth and the seafood and broth had no flavor!"

Dined on 02/23/2013

2011

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Review 12 for Sam Miller's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Our party was early for our

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/23/2013

2009

Dined on 02/23/2013

2009

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Our party was early for our reservation so we sat at the bar while we waited. The bartender was great and tried to make a drink for me that was very uncommon. He made it several different times for me to try and finally came very close to what I remember the drink tasting like. The food was good, but not great. My boyfriend and I got hamburgers that were a little dry and overdone, but they were okay taste-wise. I got a cup of the crab soup that was very good...some of the best I've had around Richmond. Our friends seemed to enjoy what they ordered as well. We would definitely return, but I would probably spend more time in the bar!"

Dined on 02/23/2013

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem

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Review 13 for Sam Miller's

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

New to the area. We found a keeper!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/21/2013

2013

Dined on 02/21/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We found Sam Miller's on Yelp while searching for a Richmond restaurant prior to a show when our "first choice" was booked. We found the OpenTable reservation system to be fantastic (first time we used it).
Sam Miller's was awesome, and we'll be back. I can only report on the Seafood Alfredo as that's what both my wife and I orders, and it was delicious. As was the Spinach Salad. It wasn't real busy (a Thursday nite), so it was nice and quiet. Very nice (fancier that we usually go), and prices were very reasonable. Service was excellent, and we will be back!"

Dined on 02/21/2013

2013

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Review 14 for Sam Miller's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food was very good. Scallops

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/15/2013

2009

Dined on 02/15/2013

2009

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The food was very good. Scallops and tuna appetizers excellent. Entree food temperature could have been warmer. My husband advised his fillet mignon was not as tender as expected. The bread pudding was exceptionally good! I would go back when visiting Richmond."

Dined on 02/15/2013

2009

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Review 15 for Sam Miller's

Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

Terrible server.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/14/2013

2011

Dined on 02/14/2013

2011

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Our server was impersonable, did not bring us bread for the soup until I asked for it after the soup. He said they were out of bread and they were baking it, got the bread and it was cold, dry, and stale.

All the servers there actually impersonable. No smiles on faces, didn't want to be there.

Stuffed flounder and she crab soup was excellent."

Dined on 02/14/2013

2011

Special Features: special occasion

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Review 16 for Sam Miller's

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5