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Avenue 805
Across from the Science Museum in the Fan, Avenue 805 offers Italian-inspired cuisine and an award-winning wine list to complement any dish. The seasonal-style dinner menu features homemade soups and fresh salads, nightly specials, and a huge selection of pasta and sauces that are offered year-round. Visit on Monday or Tuesday nights for our popular "Cheap Date Night." Sunday brunch offers menu items such as huge omelets, thick French toast, and a fantastic four-cheese grilled cheese that will satisfy the biggest weekend appetite. Seven days a week, Avenue 805 is dedicated to serving innovative and creative cuisine in an inviting and comfortable atmosphere.
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55 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Rating Breakdown 55 reviews
5 stars
(14)
4 stars
(26)
3 stars
(10)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(38)
- fit for foodies(24)
- special occasion(16)
- romantic(14)
- notable wine list(9)
- great for brunch(7)
Avenue 805 Reviews List
Review 1 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good quality for Price
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Went there for Mother's Day brunch for the first time. The food was good and affordable (most everything around $10 or less) had to wait about 35 mins for food after ordering, but not bad for being a holiday."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 2 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
good food, bad service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food took 45 mins. We were never told the specials. Ordered the scallops- 3 for $20, portion too small"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 3 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great brunch experience. Great food and service."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
good food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"the food and service were excellant - but a big detractor was a table of four women next to us who were unusually loud - one of whom had a particularly raucous, unpleasant voice. while i realize neither she nor the restaurant can do anything about that - it was a distractor. one of our party wears hearing aids and it was most unpleasant for him."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 5 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Pleased with our dining experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My husband and I went there for our date night and wanted to experience Restaurant Week. We had a pleasurable dining experience. The lamb meatballs for our appetizer were excellent. He had the pork tenderloin and I had the ravioli. Service was good. We will definetly go back."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I went for restaurant week
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I went for restaurant week with a friend and the pork medallions were melt in your mouth. The seafood stew was flavorful as was the lamb meatballs but nether one of us were impressed with our deserts and we would not order them again. We would return to try the regular menu."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food and service was really
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food and service was really good, however the overall ambiance was somewhat lacking. It was clean and nice, but there wasn't anything WOW about the restaurant."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2012
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Review 8 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Though I lived in the Fan
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Though I lived in the Fan for many years, it has been 30 years since I frequented many restaurants there on a regular basis. I have now found a reason to go back more often. The food and service were just the type for both the tastes of my wife and myself, we have found a new Italian restaurant worth the effort to go out of our immediate area."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Although we have eaten at
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Although we have eaten at 805 on numerous occaisons, we went specially for Restaurant Week because the special menue offered entrees that are not usually on the menu. Our party of 4 tried 3 different entrees and we agreed, they were all delicious. Their talented chef not only can produce the old stand-by's consistently well but enjoys the challenge of producing different dishes. 805 has a lot to offer both from the regular menu and from their specials. The service is always friendly and professional."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 10 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Sadly despite great reviews
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Sadly despite great reviews this was extremely disappointing. The service was awful and extremely slow. It took almost 50 minutes for us to receive an appetizer and during that time our server never approached our table. Everyone in the joint seemed to be waiting for food to come out of the kitchen for an extremely long time. My pasta was overcooked but I didn't dare send it back for I didn't want to wait another 30 minutes for a replacement. Even drink refills (that we had to ask for) disappeared from the table and didn't return for ten minutes. Don't know what was wrong with the place that night."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
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Review 11 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Small, quiet venue with a
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Small, quiet venue with a helpful wait staff. Italian menu with chef inspired creations. limited menu and wine list actually helped me make up my mind rather than confuse me with too many options."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Consistently great food, friendly
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Consistently great food, friendly service."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 13 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I was very impressed. The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I was very impressed. The location is a little unfortunate (behind a pizza hut), but the overall experience was excellent. The menu is short (helpfully so) yet broad, being sure to cover at least one thing on everyone's pallet. The wine/beverage list is also minimalist, but is not lacking anything important. The food was excellent. For the price, this place is hard to beat."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Enjoyable dinner and friendly,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Enjoyable dinner and friendly, attentive service."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2012
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Review 15 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
SEVERAL entrees were out of
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"SEVERAL entrees were out of stock. Seafood was missing, despite being on menu.
Published Wine List was also missing bottles."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We chose this restaurant for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We chose this restaurant for dinner while in town for a show. I made the reservations on OpenTable via TripAdvisor. The food was great, but I was a bit surprised at the lack of Virginia wines on the the wine list. The service was good, but it took quite awhile to get our check. The overall atmosphere and lighting were fine, but we had to ask for a booth with cushioned seats. Apparently they are remodeling the booths into what amounts to pine booths with no cushioning whatsoever. If the booths remain that way, we won't be back. Hard seats such as this make it difficult for middle-aged and above diners to relax and enjoy the meal."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Valentine's out for the wife & I
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We regularly frequent this cozy little family owned restaurant and after each visit we reaffirm that we will continue to do so. This year for Valentine's Day we decided to try the chef's 4 course dinner for two at the very economical $60 per couple. To say that our meal and experience exceeded expectations would be quite an understatement. From plating to execution this meal was as finely crafted as we have ever had. We paired it with one of the Oregon Pinot Noir selections from a very well balanced and plentiful wine list. Needless to say, Avenue 805, the chef, and the staff provided us with the perfect romantic night out when we needed it. I have a feeling we'll be calling for a babysitter again soon!"
Dined on 02/13/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointing
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I was very disappointed with Avenue 805. I was hoping for a quaint, quiet and relaxing dining experience. Unfortunately, what I got was none of those. The space is cramped and the bar noise easily overflows into the dining area. The background music was a bizarre mix of classic rock (which I ususally love but not in an Italian restaurant). The food was ok but not worth attempting again - ceasar salad smothered in too much dressing, chicken picata with a very heavy and unappetizing aftertaste, tiny scallops and the most pathetic wine by the glass list I've ever seen. On the positive side, the wait staff was very friendly and the chocolate dessert dish was fantastic. When in Richmoind again, I will definitely not be going to Avenue 805"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2008
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Review 19 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delicous food, quaint atmosphere!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We enjoyed a date night at Avenue 805 on the Friday after Valentine's Day. We had reservations, and our table was available at the time we requested. We sat right by the front door, which made for a chilly evening with guests coming in and out during the entire evening. Our table for two was pretty uncomfortable, as the seats were cushionless wooden benches. We got our menu and drinks immediately, but waited over 45 minutes for our appetizer to arrive. We were grateful that we had no other plans for the evening because service was very slow. The food was worth the wait-everything was OUTSTANDING! The food arrived piping hot and was delicious. We definitely recommend Avenue 805, but would prefer a more comfortable seat next time."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 20 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The reviews did not meet up
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The reviews did not meet up with my expectation. Was thinking the food would be better but it was just average."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
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Review 21 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
we had a wonderful meal and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"we had a wonderful meal and the atmosphere was perfect.Would definitely recommend it and look forward to going back"
Dined on 02/13/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 22 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the best, if not the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"One of the best, if not the best, date night bargains in the City - and beyond! The service is attentive, and prompt. If you order the date night special of salad, pasta, dessert and bottle of wine, the salad is crisp and fresh, the pasta is beautifully cooked (and if you add the chicken to the pasta, the chicken is grilled and warm - and very, very tasty) and the bread pudding dessert is to-die-for! AND there is more than enough to take home for another meal You owe it to your stomach to try this place on a Monday or Tuesday - or any night - the rest of the menu is every bit as good as the date night special."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 23 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We have been there fro dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have been there fro dinner adn for Brunch and we just love it. A great find at at great price."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 24 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good food and good service.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Good food and good service. Intimate little place in a neighborhood setting. Been there for 16 years and it's worth the trip. Wine list limited but nice selection of martinis. If you're looking for a quite cozy place for a date this is a good pick..."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great neighborhood restaurant!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great little restaurant. Great food, good menu, something for everyone. Service is personal and attentive."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for Avenue 805
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Still our favorite restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Still our favorite restaurant in Richmond."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Avenue 805
Based on the average of (29) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate