Just had our second experience here since moving to Richmond, and let me tell you this place is a gem. Everything top to tail absolutely exceeds expectations—the food, the drinks, the service are all beyond reproach. I’ve tended bar in Michelin starred restaurants and this place absolutely deserves to ranked among them. Get me on the horn with the Michelin Man, I’ve got some words for that French Tire Cryptid. But seriously, this place rules, I cannot stress that enough. Get some champagne, escargot, and let the rest of the menu take you for a ride. You won’t be disappointed.

The atmosphere is eclectic and unique, the cocktails are well crafted, the wine selection is great, and the food is unbeatable. Everything we ordered was equally delicious. Great for a fancy date night or splurge-worthy event.

This is Definitely a hidden gem on China Street in Richmond Virginia! If you're looking for a modern French restaurant with a twist then this is the spot! Everything we had was delicious. The Pan Roasted Chicken and the Crab Cakes are a must have. Even the dessert was amazing! The customer service was amazing. Our waitress made sure that we were taking care of from the time we sat down at the table until we left. L'Opossum is definitely a must visit.

Amazing restaurant. Husband had big easy chicken and it was amazing 🤩. I had the crab cakes. We're Marylanders and Virginians .. when I was it was superb I mean it! We honeymooned in France and truly the L'escargots we're on par, hell, above par! Our waitress, Susan was super sweet and attentive without being overly in the way. It was my birthday and we didn't go for dessert (probably a mistake) and they still brought me out a candle. How sweet!!!

Food is consistently delicious, unique, and beautifully plated every time we've visited. The cocktails are wittily named and refreshing. The steak is definitely the best dish thus far. The atmosphere cannot be beat! If you're looking for a quiet, well lit restaurant this is not the place you; especially if you get seated in the middle rowed tables you'll hear a lot and may feel in the way. But still a lovely experience!

Very fun place. I love how great restaurants are situated in middle of residential neighborhoods in Richmond. Approaching to and finding them always give me a great excitement. L'Opossum's heavily decorated interior seemed to be used as a bar since while back. On its red-painted brick walls, over dark-red floor, many fun, overwhelming numbers of colorful artworks welcomed us. After seating, we kept looking around each one of those; I realized that we didn't pay attention to their menu until our server came to us twice to take our orders. On their menu, names and descriptions of their dish were also fun. Their selection was concise and easy to formulate our orders, but I would say it covered most different preferences. For cocktail, I ordered "The Jock Snifter": Vodka with guava jelly, grapefruit, and aquavit(I didn't realize what the name implied until my wife mentioned, but ordering was one of fun aspects here). The cocktail glass was just fun and suited well with the scene, and of course, it was really delicious. Then, we ordered foie gras stuffed quail, seasonal vegetables with lentils, and faberge egg bèdazzled. All looked also fun, but surprisingly with abundant portions. Faberge egg bèdazzled was easy on our eyes. Then, I loved my quail with wild rice, which I don't remember enjoying that much before. However, I might pick the seasonal vegetable dish as my favorite from our night, though unfortunately, photos didn't come out great. The dish came with large boiled cabbage as main, which worked well with the lentil base with its very satisfying texture. It was full of vegetables with different taste palettes worked together. Do come here, it's such a unique gem at the edge of Richmond.

If I could give it 6 stars I would. This place deserves all the recognition and praise it gets. Being from out of town, the location was a bit surprising at first, as it is not located in a part of town like Carytown, but in a residential neighborhood. However, once you enter the restaurant you forget all about that and are transported to a place that is eclectic, unpretentious, and fun. As we walked in, were immediately seated by the hostess and our waitress was waiting for us with some delicious sparkling rose to celebrate our anniversary. All the food is just marvelous, modern French cuisine at its best. You can't go wrong with any item in the menu and our waitress made sure we understood what each dish had and how it was presented so we could make informed decisions. We loved every single dish and drink we ordered: the soup of the day, carpaccio venison, fillet mignon, quail, chocolate volcano, and the creme brulee, plus the pisco and spicy margarita. During our meal, everyone working the shift that got in contact with us wished us a happy anniversary and seemed to be doing everything they could to make our experience even more memorable. We had the most amazing time in this incredible restaurant and cannot wait to come back in the near future. We will make sure to recommend to everyone we know. Thank you for an unforgettable evening.

I’ve been waiting years to try this place and it did not disappoint. Everything deserves five stars-the ambiance, the service, the drinks, and the menu. We had one of the best servers I’ve ever had; she was attentive but not overbearing, incredibly knowledgeable about every dish (including the specials), and went above and beyond in every way. We arrived 15 minutes before our reservation and were offered drinks while we sat on the couch. I had an adult version of a Yoo-Hoo and my husband had L’Opossum’s twist on an Old Fashioned. Once seated, a server brought us house-made bread and whipped butter. That butter had a texture unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. I do wish it was salted but the texture made up for it. We started with two apps: the escargot and a chilled, seasonal soup with grilled corn, lump crab, and a cilantro oil. The escargot might be be best I’ve ever had. The soup was quite nice for a summer evening. It was light enough to pair well with the escargot, which was quite a bit richer due to the butter and garlic sauce, but heavy enough that it was filling. For the main course, I had the special, which was a pan fried Hake (white, flaky, mild fish) served on a bed of spring vegetables and mushrooms, and finished table-side with a chilled green pea purée. If I remember correctly, the peas are grown on-site. My husband had the lamb shank served with an orange-cranberry relish, broccolini, and spaetzle. One of the more impressive things about L’Opossum is the portions. Rarely do you find a restaurant with such unique plates and high quality food that also provides huge portions. I had to save some of my app just to leave room for my entree, and I still ended up bringing home some of my app and my entree. The server even sent me home with an extra piece of homemade bread to go with my leftovers and placed my chilled soup in the fridge while I ate my entree. Sadly, we didn’t order any dessert because we were just too full. Lastly, the ambience is so unique that you will find yourself gazing all around throughout dinner just to discover all the little hidden gems throughout, like the Star Wars commemorative plates hung on the wall, or the stuffed opossums scattered throughout. They played classic oldies from the 50s and 60s and it just…worked. I can’t say enough about this restaurant. It’s truly an experience and certainly best for a date night. We didn’t find it ridiculously expensive given the quality but it’s definitely on the higher end. I will say we’ve had far pricier meals that weren’t anywhere as close to as good as L’Opossum. Do yourself a favor and make a reservation…the three month wait is worth it.

The best meal I have eaten. My wife got the pork belly and it was very flavorful and cut with a fork. I got the filled and it is the best steak I have ever had. It was cooked perfectly and even the veggies on the plate were amazing. We shared the creme brulee and tiramisu. Both were incredible. Also the bread service which was just a simple French bread was amazing. It was not a cheap meal but it was worth every penny.

I had an amazing experience at L’Opossum. I’ve been eyeing this place since the first time I visited Richmond and it exceeded expectations! I was promptly seated at the bar (come around 5 for bar seats if you don’t have a reservation) and was greeted by a friendly and personable bartender. I started off by ordering the cocktail jock snifter, which was charmingly quite literal! I was recommended to try the foie gras as an appetizer, and it was delicious. My entree had cabbage, lentils and mushrooms, and was elevated and full of delicate flavor. I was super impressed. For dessert, I had a chocolate torte that was fluffy and crispy at the same time, it rounded out my meal perfectly. I had a great time looking around at all the eclectic decor around the restaurants and chatting with the bartender and other staff, who were all super friendly. Overall the food, service and atmosphere impressed. I would highly recommend L’Opossum for anything desiring a unique dining experience in Richmond!

One of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had! The atmosphere is so cozy and fun, the decor is amazing. Our server Susan was very kind and knowledgeable about all of the dishes on the menu. We got the oysters rock, the lobster mac, the beef wellington, and the chocolate cake and everything was so delicious! Our food was served very quickly, we didn’t wait more than 10 minutes between courses. If you’re lucky you’ll meet Jack, the friendly orange tabby cat whose collar says that he lives down the street but like to visit L’opossum. Overall we had a wonderful time, I can’t recommend it enough!!!

Located in Oregon Hill, this David-centric, sultry atmosphere with impeccable service has the best food I have had in Richmond. Seasoned wait-staff know the menu and how to do their job very well. Not a cheap meal, and you won’t want to rush, so plan to take in the atmosphere, peruse and sample the quirky drink menu, and savor the unique deliciousness of the food. Picture is of Beef Wellington (foie gras filled puffed pastry on top). Not pictured, Swank Bank Lobster Mac & Cheese with asparagus which makes my mouth water just thinking about it. For appetizers, we had oysters Rockefeller and for dessert, an apple pie creation with the creamiest ice cream (made there) and caramel sauce.

Outstanding. Intimate and cozy restaurant in old corner home very knowledgeable and accommodating staff. Food truly some of the very best we have ever enjoyed. We had escargot, oysters, crab cakes and scallops. We took a special bottle of wine to celebrate our 25th anniversary so we did not review the wine list but a glass of syrah the manager brought me was very good. Highly recommended!

Had dinner with my husband here last night and probably had one of the best dinners we've ever had. The atmosphere is dimly lit, romantic and cozy. Our server was extremely knowledgeable about the menu and food was out of this world. Forewarning, it is on the pricey side but well worth every penny.

From the time we entered the restaurant to the time we left, everyone was really nice and warm. That goes a long way… We did have to send back the rabbit dish due to it being chewy. They apologized and got my husband the crab cakes dish swiftly. The chocolate mousse with the flame around it is a must try!!! I really enjoyed the atmosphere and friendliness of the staff. I certainly recommend to anyone who wants a unique experience!!!

This place rocks! Just went for a friend's birthday and it was my first time there. The drinks and dishes all have kooky names and surprising combos of ingredients, but all delicious! Service was friendly and knowledgeable. I loved how the restaurant was decorated and the music too. Would highly recommend for a special event, fine dining experience or just for fun and good food!

The overall experience is amazing. L'Opossum is a cozy little restaurant hidden in the Oregon Hill neighborhood. The atmosphere is artsy and cozy at the same time. The food is expertly prepared and served beautifully. We enjoyed our appetizers and meals. Susan is an excellent server and attentive. The entire staff takes care of the customers to ensure everyone is receiving what they need. You don't go just for the food but the overall experience. I won't wait so long to come back next time! They also have vegetarian/vegan meals and are attentive to any food concerns you may have.

Outstanding food, service, and especially atmosphere, what a unique venue! Plenty of fun cocktails to choose from, maybe not the best we've had, but very good. French onion dip and fall salad were a fantastic was to start things off, and entrees of crab cakes, "Swank Bank" lobster mac and cheese, and rabbit special were all delicious. Awesome dessert options as well, especially loved the taste and presentation of the Swashbuckling Bundt Pirate.

Wow! From the cute lamps and Andy Warhol table design, to the outstanding food, and above and beyond service, this place was a must try for any celebration or a treat yourself meal!!

Excellent dining experience. We did not have a reservation, but took a chance at arriving at 5pm to get a table. Fortunate for us we were seated and enjoyed delicious cocktails and unique apps. Started off with the Faberge Egg and a Foie gras appetizer—wow. Incredible flavor. Entrees were the Filet Minon Beef "Swellington" and the Foie gras and Quail—tasted like an elevated thanksgiving dinner. So good. Paired with the R&B Junkie cocktail. Atmosphere is unique and lovely for a night out. Would highly recommend!

Fantastic, quirky, fun!! These are the adjectives that I think of to describe this restaurant. The appetizers and entrees are to die for and the drinks and atmosphere are flattering to the chef's delicious meals. The stuffed quail was fantastic.

Amazing dining experience. My husband & I both agreed it was easily in the top 5 best meals we've ever had. Cocktails were also delicious and fun - loved the cheeky little detail on the Laura Palmer! We would love to return next time we are in Richmond. Thank you, L'Opossum!

I visited here May 3/2023 during my trip to Virginia. I was alone but the waiters are really nice and friendly to me. A guy who was making cocktails and serves sometimes talked to me so I was never got bored. And even after my dishes, the waiters gave me an amazing chocolate cake (served being fired) as a gift! I didn’t expect such a wonderful surprise during my trip. It was actually the first time for me to visit the US. I’m Japanese from Tokyo and I am secretly proud of good quality of hospitality of Japan, but oh my gosh the service I received here is like top 10 of my life. Dishes and experience here gave me great memory of the US. I really want to come back. I ordered cooked oysters with cheese and beetroot soup. Both dishes were really delicious. I visited both cheap restaurants and other fine restaurants during my stay, but I definitely think here had the best cuisines. I found here on an article online that says Edgar Allan Poe (I was pilgrimaging) would have loved this restaurant, and I understand now indeed. I can’t agree more. Highly recommended!

Amazing experience at the L'Opossum. The menu is so creative and unique! I enjoyed the baked oysters straight from heaven and the chicken dish with crawfish creole dressing was mind blowing. My server Shauna was so knowledgeable. I told her what my taste was and she matched it perfectly. Amazing experience! Bringing my wife next time on our Anny!

I’ve been 3 times. My first 2 visits get a 6/5 for service and food. My last visit was good on food, underwhelming on service. Overall, I’d say this is some of the best (and most beautiful) food in Richmond. The ambience is fantastic. Absolutely unlike anything else in Richmond. I don’t really eat meat, but I did have a small bite of the beef swellington, and it’s been referred to by more than one of my carnivorous companions as “the best cut of beef in the city”. Cocktails are fun and interesting. I mean… a jockstrap on a cocktail glass? Yes. Wine list is comprehensive. Mint-infused water actually tastes like mint. Fabulous. I had the cabbage dish without the cheese on my last visit, and though it was very salty, it’s no small task to make a vegan dish taste like a gourmet dish. The split pea and crab soup I had (pictured) was unreal - a different flavor in literally every bite. Deviled eggs are prettier than they are tasty, but they’re pretty enough to make up for that. I’ve eaten at a few Michelin star restaurants in the US and Europe, and this goes toe to toe. It’s hard to get in, so if you can, take a later ressie. I felt super rushed by my server on this last visit. All we could get was 5pm. I hadn’t seen my companion in 2 years and we were very efficient about ordering, and spent about $250 on one app, 2 mains and drinks. It’s not really okay to drop dessert menus by while people are still eating, and to look at your watch while refilling wine glasses, at a restaurant of this caliber. Maybe she was just new. Sensing her anxiety, I had her cash us out and asked to move to the sofa to finish our wine. After that, the whole tone of the service shifted completely. There was a lovely gentleman who came and refilled our water, even though we said we’d be out of their hair soon and it was unnecessary. It didn’t feel great to pay that much for dinner and feel like we were being rushed, when I would’ve been fine with “just want to make you aware the next reservation is at X time” and let us manage the time. That’s my only negative feedback. Otherwise, this place is superb, and you can get a New York City quality meal for the price of a nicer Richmond meal here. Highly recommend. (Side note: I hate clowns. But the clown decor works here. And only here. Don’t try it at home).