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Dot's Back Inn
- American
- Richmond, VA
About this business
Dots Back Inn is a destination diner in Richmond, VA. Serving all the diner classics in a big and delicious way. Owned and operated by Chef Jimmy Tsamouras, Dots Back in cranks out phenomenal plates in a neighborhood atmosphere. A whole lot more information will be up here soon, so be sure to check back for the full story.
Location details
4030 MacArthur Ave, Richmond, VA, 23227, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | Closed |
Fantastic food Fantastic food and servicr – My husband and I wanted to try it based on the show "diners, drive in and dive" we stopped oh 6/24/10. Place was packed. Small and casual but lovely. Food was great and priced very resonably. Must order the salsa. Best salsa. Our waitress was great. Always checking on us.I had the black been on corn bread and my husband ordered the chiken macarther. Both were great.
Dot's - Richmond VA – Dot's is a great unique little neighborhood joint to get great home made food. The Owner/Chef, Jimmy is a extremely nice and low key guy, with a CIA degree. Food was GREAT, service was good, I only wish I lived near Richmond so I could visit more often. If you don't know the history of Dot's or much about the owner, I seriously suggest you get to know them ... this is just another great tribute to the small businesses that support the American economy as well the neighborhood. Dot's will be a scheduled ... read more
I wouldn't go again. – The service was as bad as service can be. I ordered my sandwich with no onions and it cam as if I had asked for extra onions. But don't ask it for your way. The signs inside clearly state, no whining, and no having it your way. You know what then? If I have to eat it your way, then you pay for it. I tried to leave no gratuity and a mean note but my girlfriend wouldn't allow it.
loved it on the first try! – It seems that most of the negative comments in this forum pertain to smokiness. That problem should go away when Virginia's new anti-smoking law goes into effect later this year. When I visited Dot's Back, the weather was pleasant enough for the door to be propped open, and smoke was not an issue. The service was friendly, and the food was delicious. I enjoyed very fresh, perfectly cooked rockfish. The filet was baked in foil with lemon, parsley and capers, and it was moist, flaky, and flavorful.... read more
Dot's Smoke House!! – I was really looking forward to going here last Friday night. However, I was not in the place but for about 2 minutes and we immediately left. It was way too small for the amount of people that were in there and the smoke in this place was like a mushroom cloud!! Awful experience and I didn't even get to taste the food. I would not recommend this place to anyone that does not smoke or like crowded areas. Very disappointing!
Smoker's Paradise – I give Dot's 2 stars because they have great potential, as seen on Food Network's Diners, etc. but they waste it on their regulars. I was invited by 2 friends to check the place out. We went on a weekday at around 8 and the place was half-full which, with the size of the restaurant, means there were about 15 people. It took 20 minutes to receive our drinks, 2 waters and a bottle of beer, and another 30 minutes before our orders were taken. Meanwhile, the regular customers received frequent visits from the... read more
Go at the right time – I had seen Dots Back inn on the food channel and had decided to give it a try. I also read the reviews here before going. I decided to hopefully time my visit right to avoid the "smoky" atmosphere other reviewers complained about and I did get lucky. If you make a visit between the lunch and dinner crowds when there are very few people there its not bad at all. There were no smoke problems and the service was quick. Its a small place so even a few smokers in one area can make the entire place smell eve... read more
Great food and service but s-m-o-k-y – Went for dinner during the week for the first time. The place was packed but friendly patrons told us of an empty booth in the back. Obviously a place filled with regulars with the customers and waitresses having a lot of friendly and fun interaction. The restaurant allows smoking throughout and is small so it is filled with smoke even w/ the fans on. So much so that my eyes were burning by the time we left. The waitresses were great and very friendly. The chips and salsa is a must have... read more
Great Food – Outstanding food (shrimp charleston was by far the best shrimp dish I've had), very pleasant and friendly service, festive, however, we were absolutely surrounded by smoke. How disappointing that such a great restaurant (as highlighted by the Food Network's - Diners, Drive-ins and Dives) has no alternative for those that like dining in a smoke free environment - I can only hope there is carry-out
Frequently asked questions about Dot's Back Inn
How is Dot's Back Inn rated?
Dot's Back Inn has a 4.5 star rating with 1,647 reviews.
When is Dot's Back Inn open?
Dot's Back Inn is closed now. It will open tomorrow at 9:00 a.m.
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