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Half Way House American Restaurant ·$$$

The Half Way House is Chesterfield County's finest old tavern. Fresh flowers, flickering candles, and the glowing embers of our fireplace make every visit a special occasion. Join us for a special meal today. Every day we work hard to bring you the finest in cuisine, ambiance, and service. Our atmosphere is relaxed and intimate and our menu is second to none. In addition to soups and salads, we offer exquisite entrees like our popular filet served with a house-made crab cake and shrimp. We feature daily meal specials as well. Established in 1760 on a land grant from King George II of England, our restaurant was once a stagecoach stop to many of America's great founders and leaders. Among its famous guests were George Washington, the Marquis de LaFayette, Patrick Henry, Thomas Jefferson, Robert E. Lee, U.S. Grant, James Whitcomb Riley and scores of others. Experience a piece of history while sitting down to an unforgettable meal. Executive Chef Raymond Allen, with the restaurant since 1984, leads our loyal kitchen staff and dedicated wait staff in our homey restaurant. Perfect for special occasion dinners and the weary traveler, we also offer banquet room seating for parties of up to 40 people. Stop by and visit us today for a dining experience you're sure to remember.

Website: thehwh.com

Phone: (804) 275-1760

Cross Streets: Near the intersection of Route 1 and Wonderview Dr

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Open now

  • Tue 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

10301 Route 1 Richmond, VA 23237 ·119.26 mi

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Amenities

  • Family friendly
  • Wifi

Reviews

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4.5 268 reviews
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Pamela F. 10/03/26

This has become my favorite place to visit and enjoy a wonderful dinner. The service is amazing along with the flickering candlelight setting a special mood. Then comes my surprise of fried...

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Jack C. 09/30/26

We came to Half Way House for a birthday date night and had a wonderful evening. The atmosphere felt cozy and romantic, which was exactly what we wanted. The prime rib and the lamb were both very...

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Dan S. 10/24/26

I have to say I have been to the Halfway House 5-6 times. I have enjoyed lunch and dinner there for many years. I pass this restaurant every day going to work and leaving to go home. We had dinner...

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Heather B. 02/01/26

I was in the area to see the monks passing thru. I knew I would need to find some dinner after. I did my research on the good ol Yelp app and came across Half Way House. The vibes I immediately...

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Ulgonda K. 07/08/26

Beautiful setting and wonderful service. Highly recommended for a romantic evening. Good food and excellent wine. We would go back.

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