Shirley’s

4.9

5 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

Dec 26, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Charming

Shirley’s Restaurant & Bar offers warm hospitality and the region's flavorful bounty. Menu favorites include playful twists on classic dishes, such as a tomato caprese made with buttermilk-fried green tomatoes and a grilled shrimp cocktail paired with a spicy, tomato-based sauce and homemade tortilla chips.

Executive Chef Mina Mahrous has thoughtfully crafted a menu that showcases refined American cuisine, offering an elevated dining experience. The light-filled and airy dining room of the Hotel Petersburg has been restored to its original grandeur, making it a welcoming gathering place for all.

Buzzing with energy, the ambiance of Shirley’s Bar combines sleek sophistication with a warm and inviting atmosphere, featuring rich burgundy walls and deep wood accents that create an intimate, refined setting. Our mixologists offer a rotating selection of refreshing cocktails, local craft beer, and wine. Sundays, we offer all-day bar bites perfect for pairing with a cold beer or cocktail.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Southern
Hours of operation
Breakfast Sat 7:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Mon–Thu, Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–12:00 pm Bar Mon–Sat 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(804) 280-0998
Website
http://www.thehotelpetersburg.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
From elegant plated dinners to themed food stations and gourmet buffets, the experienced culinary team at Hotel Petersburg offers various options to reflect your event’s tone and style. The customizable menus are designed to meet your budget and guests’ needs while exceeding your expectations. To learn more contact riche-salesadm@hilton.com.
Private party facilities
At Hotel Petersburg, we offer a variety of unique venues for your meetings and events. Whether you're organizing an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, our indoor and outdoor spaces offer the perfect setting. For groups of 15 or more, please contact our Sales Office for more information at riche-salesadm@hilton.com.

Location
20 W Tabb St, Petersburg, VA 23803
Neighborhood
Petersburg
Cross street
Located on Tabb Street between Sycamore Street and North Union Street.
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access

20 West Shrimp Cocktail$17.00
Chilled shrimp, fresh tomato, cucumber, avocado, red onion and cilantro mixed into a spicy tomato-based sauce, accompanied by tortilla chips
Hummus & Pita Chips$9.50
Zesty garlic hummus, with paprika and garlic oil, served with crispy pita crudités
Bread & Pimento$9.50
Blend of two sharp cheddar cheeses, topped with pepper jelly and endive, served on cheddar cornbread
Charcuterie Board$28.00
Burrata, gruyere, stilton blue cheese, prosciutto, salami, olives, cornichons, crackers and more

What people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on all time ratings

4.8Food
5Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

5 Reviews

C
Charles
Richmond
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had lunch at Shirley’s today, and it was delicious! Service was excellent and the restaurant’s decor/atmosphere made it very enjoyable. We look forward to returning soon!
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Iris
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Shirley's is the best thing that has happened in Old Towne Petersburg in a very long time. The food is superb, the service is wonderful and I cannot wait to go back. I have been there for lunch twice and I highly recommend the tomato bisque that comes with a delicious mini cornbread and the new "composed salad" is outstanding, especially with the southern buttermilk dressing. Desserts are unique and so tasty. My favorite part of the meal each time was that I had coffee with warm cream. I have never had that at a restaurant before. Service is outstanding and atmosphere is so nice. I highly recommend Shirley's for lunch. I love it!
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Kristina
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious! Great service and friendly staff as well!
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Toni
Richmond
16 reviews
4.0
16 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
First we had a drink in the beautiful, cozy bar. That was a very nice space. For dinner, our service was very good. The green tomato starter was good, followed by salmon, also good. The renovation work is incredible. So well done! The lights in the restaurant are glaring and way too bright. Perhaps consider dimmers? Because of the lighting, the ambiance was lack luster. Consider background music, candle on the table, perhaps a simple bloom in a vase. All in all, we enjoyed our evening and look forward to returning with a more extensive menu.
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Mary
Orlando
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a beautiful place! Melissa, our server, was so friendly and personable. Food was good and presented nicely.
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FAQs

Shirley’s is rated 4.9 stars by 5 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Dec 26, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

20 W Tabb St, Petersburg, VA 23803

Additional information

Cross street
Located on Tabb Street between Sycamore Street and North Union Street.
Neighborhood
Petersburg
Hours of operation
Breakfast Sat 7:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Mon–Thu, Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–12:00 pm Bar Mon–Sat 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Southern
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://www.thehotelpetersburg.com/
Phone number
(804) 280-0998
Catering
From elegant plated dinners to themed food stations and gourmet buffets, the experienced culinary team at Hotel Petersburg offers various options to reflect your event’s tone and style. The customizable menus are designed to meet your budget and guests’ needs while exceeding your expectations. To learn more contact riche-salesadm@hilton.com.
Private party facilities
At Hotel Petersburg, we offer a variety of unique venues for your meetings and events. Whether you're organizing an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, our indoor and outdoor spaces offer the perfect setting. For groups of 15 or more, please contact our Sales Office for more information at riche-salesadm@hilton.com.

Shirley’s

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Small Bites

20 West Shrimp Cocktail$17.00

Hummus & Pita Chips$9.50

Bread & Pimento$9.50

Charcuterie Board$28.00

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