The Wine Whisperer

5.0

227 Reviews

$31 to $50

Wine Bar

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2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Great for fine wines
Good for special occasions
Charming

The Wine Whisperer is a wine shop and bistro located in Richmond's Short Pump neighborhood. We speak wine and are passionate about sharing your new favorite bottle or glass with you!

Our wine bar is designed to offer an immersive experience to our guests. Let our knowledgeable staff help you learn about your palate and curate a flight of wine just for you! Look for a rotating by the glass list, craft beers, more whiskey than you imagined, and an expansive food menu built for wine pairing. The intimate dining room is a perfect spot for a casual glass with friends or that special occasion date. Look for weekly wine tastings, monthly classes, and other special events that are uniquely Whisperer!

No reservations available? Give us a call or stop by; we save a number of tables each night for walk-in guests. For questions or to make a reservation for a larger party, please call or send a message.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
Phone number
(804) 310-6161
Website
http://whisperrva.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Our Whisper Room offers private dining for seated groups of up to 14 and standing cocktail hours for groups of up to 20. Please reach out to Amber for more information.

Location
11535 W Broad St, Henrico, VA 23233-1118
Neighborhood
Henrico
Cross street
We are located at the intersection of Pump Road and W Broad Street.
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Winesday Tastings at Whisperer
Multiple dates available
Wed - 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Join us each Wednesday night between 5 - 7:30 pm for our weekly Winesday tasting. Featuring Whisperer favorites and new additions to the line up, this tasting is a casual, drop in event. No tickets are needed in advance. Tickets are $20 at the door ($10 for Wine Club Members!) and no reservations are required. We’d love to see you at the tasting table!

Meatball Sliders$18.00
Italian style beef meatballs with pomodoro sauce and melted provolone on hawaiian rolls
Filet & Brie Sandwich$22.00
thinly sliced filet, triple cream brie, carmelized onion, and aurugula on ciabatta with horseradish ailoi (served warm)
Cacio e Pepe Broccolini & Burrata$15.00
roasted broccolini and white beans topped with pecorino and red pepper flake with creamy burrata
Duck Confit Street Tacos$17.00
shredded confit duck on flour tortillas (2), topped w/ tomatillo salsa verde, pickled red onions & cilantro
Golden Beet Salad$12.00
roasted golden beets and arugula over whipped chevre and dusted with pistachio and fennel
Hummus$10.00
basil pesto hummus topped with basil oil and feta. served w/ pita & crudite
Muhummara$12.00
roasted red pepper and walnut spread topped with toasted walnuts / pita
Spicy Feta Dip$12.00
traditional greek spicy feta dip with harissa topped with olive tapenade, pecorino, and herbs
Olive Tapenade$10.00
rustic chopped olive tapenade with garlic, red pepper, and capers / crostini
Blistered Shishito Peppers$8.00
blistered shishitos with an orange miso dipping sauce

Cheese and Charcuterie

Baked Brie in Puff Pastry$14.00
creamy brie wrapped in rich puff pastry and baked with honey and thyme
The Whisper Board$18.00
a selection of three artisanal cheeses served with crostini
The Rumor Board$32.00
a selection of three artisanal cheeses and two meats served with crostini
The Ultimate Board$45.00
five artisanal cheeses and three charcuterie selections served with crostini

Flatbreads

Goat & Prosciutto$14.00
humboldt fog goat cheese, crispy prosciutto, apple, honey, and arugula
Brie & Pear$12.00
belletoile triple creme brie, anjou pear, caramelized onion, balsamic glaze, and arugula
Mushroom & Leek$14.00
mushrooms sautéed in cognac over leek puree with pecorino, arugula, and black truffle oil

Caviar

Just a Spoonful$25.00
enjoy a generous spoonful of Sturia Siberian Premieur Caviar with creme fraiche and chips
Sturia Vintage Caviar
a 30g tin of Vintage caviar served with creme fraiche and chips
Sturia Premier Caviar
a 30g tin of Premier caviar served with creme fraiche and chips
Sturia Oscietra Caviar
a 30g tin of Oscietra caviar served with creme fraiche and chips

Entrees

dinner entrees available from 4p - close

Lamb Lollipops$32.00
roasted lamb lollipops drizzled with a blackberry gastrique / roasted potatoes and broccolini
Creamy Dijon Chicken$26.00
pan seared airline chicken breast in a rich dijon cream sauce with mashed potatoes and broccolini
Tagliatelle Bolognese$25.00
fresh tagliatelle pasta tossed in a savory shallot and garlic bolognese sauce with ground wagyu beef, finished with shaved parmesan
Curried Mahi$28.00
coriander and cumin rubbed mahi over yellow curry with sugar snaps, carrots, and english peas / jasmine rice

Desserts

Flourless Chocolate Torte$8.00
Creme Brulee$10.00
Mixed Berry Gelato$8.00
Nightingale Ice Cream Sandwiches$9.00
flavors available are Classic and Cookie Monster

What 227 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

5.0

5 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.8Value

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Loved For

Virginia
Best Overall
Virginia
Best Service
Virginia
Best Ambiance
Virginia
Best Value
Virginia
Great for fine wines
Richmond
Best Overall
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Best Food
Richmond
Best Service
Richmond
Best Ambiance
Richmond
Best Value
Richmond
Neighborhood gem
Richmond
Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Wine Whisperer offers a unique, intimate experience with "friendly and knowledgeable staff" who excel at wine recommendations. Guests rave about the "delicious food" and ever-changing menu. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, making it a "perfect date night" spot. Regulars appreciate the "community feel" and personalized service.

227 Reviews

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Leah VIP
Richmond18 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a great little gem. We learned another location is in the works and we are excited about that. Our server was great and he put together a flight for each of us that we all enjoyed. The baked brie was delicious. We will be back!
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Pamela
Las Vegas3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great experience. The staff was friendly and helpful. The food was delicious and we really enjoyed the Dealers choice wine selections. It’s a fun way to try and discover new wines.
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Meagan
Richmond1 review
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Quaint, cozy, great service, good food and wine- recommend.
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Barry
Richmond2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love the ambiance, we were greeted with a glass of wine while we waited. Our server Ingrid was awesome, very knowledgeable of the wines and recommendations. Will definitely be going again.
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Doug
Dallas1 review
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very nice place and unique options; very attentive to allergy issues which was a plus
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Laurie VIP
Richmond3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Celebrated Valentine’s Day with great food and wine pairings. Excellent service by Alex. Tasty menu options. Everything was well organized and timed.
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Deborah VIP
Richmond5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What an amazing place to unwind, eat amazing food and, of course, enjoy an extensive selection of wine. As soon as you walk in you are greeted as a friend. Treat yourself to a dealer flight and find a new go to wine. The whisperers will ask you seemingly unrelated questions, such as your favorite color or favorite candy, and craft a wine flight just for you. Enjoy a snack or dinner in the bistro and challenge a whisperer to pick the perfect wine. Josh, Alex, Ingrid or Dylan are up to the challenge and will make your visit memorable. If you have the opportunity sign up for a class with Jenna or Amber. The knowledge of these two on varietals, wine regions around the world, tasting and pairing and anything else related to wine is extensive. Like sparkling wine, attend one of Jenna’s sparkling Sundays. Don’t feel like a glass of wine, enjoy a beer or one of the crafted mixed drinks. The Wine Whisperer is not just a place to have a drink or eat dinner, it is a destination that will keep you coming back again and again.
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Mary
Richmond1 review
5.0
Dined on February 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband’s favorite place! Great food, wine and atmosphere.
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Amanda VIP
Richmond2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always enjoy our experience at Wine Whisperer from the yummy food, to the terrific wine selection and the incredible staff. Our favorite date night spot!
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Marie
Richmond1 review
5.0
Dined on January 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If you want a personal wine and food experience this is the place to go.
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FAQs

The Wine Whisperer offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (804) 310-6161.

The Wine Whisperer is rated 5 stars by 227 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

11535 W Broad St, Henrico, VA 23233-1118

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
We are located at the intersection of Pump Road and W Broad Street.
Neighborhood
Henrico
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://whisperrva.com/
Phone number
(804) 310-6161
Private party facilities
Our Whisper Room offers private dining for seated groups of up to 14 and standing cocktail hours for groups of up to 20. Please reach out to Amber for more information.

The Wine Whisperer

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Winesday Tastings at Whisperer

Nibbles

Meatball Sliders$18.00

Filet & Brie Sandwich$22.00

Cacio e Pepe Broccolini & Burrata$15.00

Duck Confit Street Tacos$17.00

Golden Beet Salad$12.00

Hummus$10.00

Muhummara$12.00

Spicy Feta Dip$12.00

Olive Tapenade$10.00

Blistered Shishito Peppers$8.00

Cheese and Charcuterie

Baked Brie in Puff Pastry$14.00

The Whisper Board$18.00

The Rumor Board$32.00

The Ultimate Board$45.00

Flatbreads

Goat & Prosciutto$14.00

Brie & Pear$12.00

Mushroom & Leek$14.00

Caviar

Just a Spoonful$25.00

Sturia Vintage Caviar

Sturia Premier Caviar

Sturia Oscietra Caviar

Entrees

Lamb Lollipops$32.00

Creamy Dijon Chicken$26.00

Tagliatelle Bolognese$25.00

Curried Mahi$28.00

Desserts

Flourless Chocolate Torte$8.00

Creme Brulee$10.00

Mixed Berry Gelato$8.00

Nightingale Ice Cream Sandwiches$9.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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