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Restaurants with heated patios in Richmond
Two outdoor "igloos" for private dining on a deck with string lights.
Richmond has a few igloo options, including at Island Shrimp Co. in Rocketts Landing. | Photo via Island Shrimp Co.
With winter officially starting this week, eating outside might seem like a thing of the past — but that’s nothing a heater or fire pit can’t fix.

We consulted our readers and did some investigating to compile a list of places to cozy up outside — with the help of some good food and a bit of extra heat.

Note: Make sure to check with individual restaurants to confirm patio hours.

Island Shrimp Co., 11 Orleans St.
Book an igloo to dine on tropical seafood outside even during the colder months. Bonus: The seasonal menu Rum & Reindeer continues through Jan. 5.

En Su Boca, 1001 N. Arthur Ashe Blvd.
Enjoy Tex-Mex dishes in Richmond and stay toasty on the lamp-heated patio.

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Enjoy tacos on the patio at En Su Boca.

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Fall Line Kitchen & Bar, 500 E. Broad St.
Reserve a personal igloo for your party with cocktails, craft beer, and comfort food.

Hardywood Pizza Kitchen and Taproom, 2410 Ownby Ln.
Picture this: A slice and a brew around a fire pit or near a heater in the beer garden.

Lunch.SUPPER!, 1213 Summit Ave.
The modern eatery in Scott’s Addition is a heated haven for local food aficionados. The fire pit provides a cozy atmosphere; the mushroom gnocchi and bacon-onion-parm brussels fill your belly.

An outdoor heater on a patio with several tables and string lights.

Hardywood Richmond has several outdoor spaces to enjoy.

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New York Deli, 2920 W. Cary St.
The rooftop of this Carytown staple has fire pits and a tropical theme to keep you toasty.

Parterre, 100 E. Franklin St.
Nestled in the Linden Row Inn in Monroe Ward, Parterre has heaters in its cozy garden patio and drinks to help warm you up. Try the Tiramiss-You specialty cocktail or go for a comforting entrée, like the chicken and sausage gumbo.

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20 more spots + a map
Children's Museum of Richmond
 
Events
Monday, Dec. 18
  • Fifth Season | Monday, Dec. 18 | 7 p.m. | Holy Comforter Episcopal Church, 4819 Monument Ave., Richmond | $5-$30 | The Chamber Music Society of Central Virginia will present five violin concertos by Vivaldi along with the world premiere of a commission by composer Kenyon Duncan.
Tuesday, Dec. 19
  • “Elf” | Tuesday, Dec. 19 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre, 2908 W. Cary St., Richmond | $8 | See the Christmas classic on the big screen.
Wednesday, Dec. 20
Thursday, Dec. 21
Friday, Dec. 22
  • Make the Yuletide Gay | Friday, Dec. 22 | 6-10 p.m. | Diversity Richmond, 1407 Sherwood Ave., Richmond | $5-$10 | Celebrate the holidays with an indoor market, a variety show, photo ops with Santa, and free toys for kids.
  • Tropical Christmas with Kadencia | Friday, Dec. 22 | 7 p.m. | Richmond Music Hall, 623 E. Main St., Richmond | $15 | Celebrate the band’s fifth anniversary with a Puerto Rican holiday show.
Full calendar here
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Kenagra Health
 
Family

How the new Children’s Tower is there when you need it most
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Last year, CHoR served more than 70,000 families from across the commonwealth, 49 states, and outside the US. | Photos by Garrett Rowland
From the common to the complex, Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU’s Children’s Tower (which opened in April 2023) is designed to ensure children receive state-of-the-art care when they need it most.

From a health scare to a sports injury to cancer requiring advanced care, the new 16-story home to pediatric inpatient, emergency, and trauma care provides:
  • A welcoming, child-friendly space
  • 300 specialists expertly trained in caring for kids
  • 72 all-private acute and intensive care rooms
  • Treatment for life’s unexpected moments
Learn more + see inside
News Notes
Opening
  • GRACE, the new concept at Hatch Local Food Hall, will open this Wednesday, Dec. 20. The sustainable farmhouse cookery comes from Chef Jessica Wilson.
Closing
  • Manchester’s Table is shutting down after five years in business. The restaurant is hosting a ticketed grand closing event on Saturday, Jan. 6 with discounts on wine and a grazing board.
Development
  • A developer is eyeing the Greyhound station across from the Diamond for a new project. Allen Investment Properties filed plans for a mixed-use project with 650 apartments across two buildings. It would also include 10,600 sqft of retail space. (Richmond BizSense)
Eat
  • Shyndigz has a sweet new home at Shyndigz Market, across the street from the former restaurant location. The bakery’s new building features a gift shop, prepared foods, plenty of seating, and an espresso bar in a vintage camper. (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Awards
  • The finalists have been announced for the third annual RVA Sports Awards. The awards honor the athletes, teams, coaches, and moments that made the Richmond region cheer this year. Cast your vote before Monday, Jan. 15 to help determine the winners.
Kids
  • Know a fashionable teenager? Applications are open for Teen Stylin’, a twelve-week program at the VMFA where students learn from professional designers and create garments inspired by the museum’s collection. It’s open to teens in grades 6-12; the deadline to apply is Friday, Jan. 12.
Sports
History
  • Fun fact: The film “Titanic” came out 26 years ago tomorrow. Jack and Rose might be fictional characters, but there’s a real-world story of a Richmonder who survived the sinking.
 
Holiday

🥂 Cheers to 2024

10 New Year’s Eve events to ring in 2026
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Keep your energy up at Pizza Bones’ late-night dance party. | Photo by Reed Schick
It’s hard to believe 2026 is right around the corner. Now’s your chance to make plans for New Year’s Eve and close out the year in style — remember how 2025 began? To help you get a fresh start to 2026, check out these parties, dinners, and bubbly toasts happening around Richmond:

All events are for ages 21+ unless otherwise noted.

Dance the Year Away at Pizza Bones | No cover
  • Rally your friends, and shimmy over to Church Hill for a classic, cost-free night of dancing with beats by Sounds Heavy and The Disco Cat.
NYE Vinyl Party at Laura Lees | No cover
  • Ease into the evening with dinner; your cue to party comes with the rise of synth-pop and Italo disco beats.
Bonus: Reserve a table for Laura Lee’s three-course NYE dinner for $65 per person.

Noon Year’s Eve at Hardywood, West Creek | $5
  • Early birds can celebrate a daytime ball drop at this family-friendly fest featuring a professional juggler, the “Silly Bus,” and a midday balloon drop — open for all ages.
NYE Champagne Tasting at Dinner Party | $15
  • Starting at 4 p.m., this sipping soiree will get you in bed before 10 p.m. (or rally you for more late-night antics). Tickets include 10+ sparkling wine tastings and “all the french fries and snacks you want.”
NYE 1973 at Get Tight Lounge | $30
  • Ah, 1973 is coming to an end — at least, at Get Tight it is. Catch local musicians perform decade hits, hang around for a balloon drop + champagne toast, and suddenly, you’ve time-traveled to a new age.
French Quarter Dinner at Blue Atlas | $20 deposit
  • Reminisce on each memory of the year à la carte. Open to the whole family, this East End restaurant will offer a menu inspired by Creole-Cajun dishes and complemented by Le Storie Wines’ fine-picked pairings.
An Evening In Paris at Hilton Richmond | $40
  • Join Black Pride RVA + Us Giving Richmond Connections for an evening of elegance, hors d’oeuvres, and bubbly toasts. Plus, there’s an extra reason to celebrate — the programs’ joint 10-year anniversary.
A “Wicked” NYE at Quirk Hotel | $60
  • Don a shimmering pink or green number, and head to Quirk for a themed night, spelled with tinsel, broomsticks, flying monkeys (the decorative kind), and a color-coordinated balloon drop.
Decemberween at Homegrown RVA | $80
  • Party with Richmond’s underground art scene and pay homage to the backyards and basements that bring our city’s creative personality to life each year.
Midnight in Manhattan at the Hofheimer Building | $80
  • Watch a few “Sex and the City” episodes and warm up your NYC party energy for this event, spanning multiple rooms with live music, dining options, and a skylight full of balloons waiting to drop.
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Kick off 2026 at Harry’s annual NYE bash.

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Photo by Michael Neal Guyer

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The Buy

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A great game you can break out with the family this holiday season. Learn the rules to “Ransom Notes” in under a minute and get ready for belly laughs.
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