L'Opossum in Richmond, VA, is a modern French restaurant that turns dining into a memorable experience from the moment guests arrive. Located at 626 China St, this one-of-a-kind destination is known for its playful, sophisticated take on French cuisine, served in an eclectic, art-filled space that feels both stylish and welcoming.
Every detail is designed to create a night worth savoring, from the thoughtful presentation of each dish to the warm, polished table service that helps make dinner feel special.
Whether you’re planning a romantic evening, a celebratory meal, or a solo dinner with something exceptional on the table, L'Opossum offers the kind of atmosphere that makes guests want to linger.
What sets L'Opossum apart is its ability to pair culinary creativity with genuine hospitality. Guests come for the great cocktails, standout coffee, excellent dessert, and carefully curated wine list, and stay for a menu that includes alcohol, beer, cocktails, spirits, healthy options, small plates, vegan options, and local specialties.
The restaurant’s reputation is reinforced by an impressive 4.70 out of 5 rating based on 1,106 reviews, reflecting the consistency and quality that diners appreciate. With dinner as a core focus and a bar on site, the restaurant creates a complete experience that is ideal for both intimate nights out and more lively gatherings.
Its cozy, romantic, trendy, and upmarket feel adds to the appeal, making it a top choice for guests looking for something elevated yet approachable.
L'Opossum also makes it easy to plan ahead and enjoy the experience with confidence. Reservations are accepted, dinner reservations are recommended, and reservations are required, since the restaurant is known to have a wait due to its popularity.
Guests can choose from dine-in, delivery, or on-site services, and accessibility features such as wheelchair-accessible seating and a wheelchair-accessible toilet help ensure a more comfortable visit for everyone. Convenient payment options, including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments, add to the ease of dining here.
For those seeking a standout French dining experience in Richmond—one that combines artistry, flavor, and atmosphere—L'Opossum offers a polished and inviting setting that delivers on every level.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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Food & Drinks
Hot & gooey chocolate studded devil's food gateau a la mode caught up in a whirlwind of suave ganache 7 silky creme chantilly
Mounted by drunken fruits c'est tres ooh-la-la!
Granny smith tarte tatin avec buttermilk creme fraiche
Awash in hot nuttered rum & grilled pineapple ambrosia yo-ho-ho
Fall into autumn on a comfy cushion of curried butternut and spicy pear purée with a honey of a date & pine nut gremolata
Arrangé comme ças avec burrata, cress de l'eau, blood orange, radish et un charred scallion & toasted pine nut pesto
Maine lobster, vodka powered accoutrements et les jigglés de la champagne rose
Totally baked and crispy papadoms with four highly addictive vegi spreads. "It's a banger.”
You know it. You love it. You want it
Dill beurre blanc, wilted spinach and béarnaise tartar sauce
Glorious burst of garlic, oregano, coriander, cumin & paprika with papas arrugadas, peperonata, olive & mojos picon et verde
Boned whole bronzini presented head-on atop a crispy coconut rice cake, green papaya som tum with lime, basil & cashew
Crowned with a fascinator of truffled foie gras & duxelles aux champignons et cognac, in a pink peppercorn & port reduction
Aubergine japonaise fumée à l'hickory in detention with harissa cous-cous, cucumber-lime hummus & st-germain poached figs
Butter poached maine lobster mac & cheese tossed with asparagus and swiss chard in a louche yet obscenely rich truffled mornay cream
On a big adventure with saffron infused soubise, sweet corn, wild rice pilaf & winter greens. "Tell'em large marge sent ya
A succulent young chicken's exotic journey from the rough trade markets of marrakesh to the sublime discovery of a savory cous-cous with harissa, raita & other forbidden carnal delights
Butter poached maine lobster mac & cheese tossed with asparagus and swiss chard in a ridiculously rich white truffle mornay cream
Key party of blood orange drenched radicchio, cranberry beans, garlic sausage, citrus mostarda & a heady charred onion jus aka: "butch queen, first time in drags at a ball - paris is burning
With wilted spinach and béarnaise tartar sauce
With homemade kimchi & sambal a salubrious and satisfying serving of vegetable "noodles and trumpet mushrooms in an aromatic broth of basil, cilantro & lime
Totin' a first class hobo stick packed tight with truffled duxelles and duck butter, in a pink peppercorn & port reduction
With creamy roasted garlic grits and romanesco napped with meyer lemon, capers and brown butter
Hear from our valued guests
Tried L'Opossum and honestly it’s one of the most unique dining spots I’ve been to in a while. The place has a bold, quirky atmosphere that somehow still feels cozy and inviting. Staff were knowledgeable, fun, and made the whole experience feel personal. The food was creative, beautifully plated, and full of flavor without being gimmicky. Every dish felt like real effort went into it. It’s not your average dinner spot, and that’s exactly why people love it. Definitely worth visiting if you want something memorable.
My wife and I had an amazing experience here, and they absolutely never miss. The food was outstanding, but the service is what truly sets this place apart. They were incredibly accommodating and knowledgeable with my wife’s celiac disease, which made the entire experience comfortable and stress free. Everyone was friendly, professional, and genuinely passionate about the experience they provide. Phenomenal service, great food, and consistently a great experience every time we visit. We will continue coming back as often as we can.
Absolutely terrific dinner — food was amazing, nuanced takes and flavors on lovable classics. The ambiance was so unique and glamorous with so much character… loved it so much! Our bartender Austin was fabulous and service all around was wonderful— great playlist as well. Also appreciated the thoughtful, old world wine selection by the glass which can be hard to find. Cannot wait to come back!
what a beautiful and well-curated experience! my partner works in fine dining though we often don’t get the chance to go out to eat due to conflicting work schedules, and we wanted to go somewhere extra special for our anniversary. we had been looking forward to this for months, and it blew away our expectations. the staff were very attentive but not overbearing, knowledgeable on the menu, and all congratulated us on our anniversary. you could tell every piece of food on the plate was placed with intention, you could see every ingredient when the dish was brought out, and the flavors all really shone through. I could go on and on about how lovely all the little details were, but you just need to experience it for yourself!! (pictured: tempura battered squash blossom stuffed with buttermilk ricotta, “swank bank” lobster mac & cheese, quail stuffed with pork cheek, jock snifter, & peach cobbler with buttermilk bourbon ice cream)
I mean, it's L'Opossum, yeah? Perfect on many levels. Tonight, the salad was especially on point. Sounds weird, but the combo of flavors was kinda electrifying. Tuna, pork croquettes, and the swellington rounded out a great experience. Thank you.
Celebrated anniversary here and can not say enough good things about it. We sat at the bar and it was perfect. Comfortable seats, wonderful attentive Austin(I think Austin was his name) spoiled us. We had a sparkling Rosé for a toast then an Australian cab for the meat eater partner. His filet was cooked to perfection. He said it was melt in his mouth and perfectly seasoned. I had soft shell crabs and mussels. The best soft shell crabs with a hint of heat. The bread was served warm with butter. We shared the chocolate dessert and it was so good I didn’t want to share more than a few bites with my partner. I let him eat most of the ice cream. Benefits of a long marriage. From the moment we walked in the door everyone was lovely. Magnificent start to our next year of marriage with a marvelous night out of exceptional food and music that was in the background and at the same time set the mood with the eclectic mix.
One cannot judge this book by its cover. The cover is an unassuming cubic grey and white building on the corner of China St and S Pine St in the Oregon Hill neighborhood of Richmond VA. Once you step inside, however. The atmosphere is a feast for the eyes. An eclectic collection of unique art work almost mesmerizes the observer. We had reservations that were made weeks in advance and were seated promptly by our welcoming hostess. Our server was warm and friendly and well versed in the menu items. She was attentive and yet not hovering. For starters my wife decided on the potato,- leek soup which she thoroughly enjoyed. I got a taste of the soup and marveled in the different flavors that came alive with just one spoonful. I opted out of appetizing to preserve my appetite for the filet mignon. This entree was perfectly cooked to my requested temperature (medium). It was incredibly tender and delicious rivaling a wagyu steak I experienced at Nobu in LA. My wife raved about her lobster and pasta dish. Both dishes were beautifully presented (see photos). What a great gastronomic experience. We will definitely be back!
Celebrated first anniversary with my bf here. Food was delicious. The chestnut soup was out of this world. The entrees were delicious, the coq au vin and the lamb belly were just so moist and fell apart so easily. The koign aman was the perfect desert to end the dinner.
We sat at the bar with server and bartender, Austin. He made our entire experience truly outstanding. Beautiful restaurant with beautiful people working there. Everyone was courteous, kind and friendly. The food was exceptional, especially the chestnut bisque, I would come in for by itself. I ordered the catch of the day, which came with mussels. After a past experience with having a bad mussel at another restaurant, I was both leery and reluctant to try them. The beautiful server with dark hair and glasses reassured me, they were fresh and I would not have any problems. She was correct, the dish with rockfish was outstanding. Now, back to Austin. He was such a great guy, funny, engaging, and absolutely everything. I highly recommend L’Opossum and make your reservation for the bar. You’ll have an opportunity to interact with the entire staff at some point. They all will take very good care of you. Bon Appetit!
I always have an excellent meal at L'Opossum. It's the closest thing RVA has to a European Michelin restaurant. Interior is quirky - sort of a gay Elvis vibe...but it works! Service is excellent - waitstaff is friendly, well informed, and works as a team. Food is always unique, and the menu changes up fairly often. Always love the creative names for the dishes! Proteins & preparation very much tilt French, albeit with a modern interpretation. I had escargot and rabbit last night, which were both divine. Have had stuffed quail, Coq au Vin and the Beef Swellington on prior visits, and have never been disappointed. Cocktails are always good, and I really enjoy their selection of wines by the glass. Prices are on the high side, but you're paying for the high quality ingredients and extensive prep that goes into each dish. A Richmond treasure. Highly recommended!
Common questions about L'Opossum
L'Opossum is located at 626 China St, Richmond, VA 23220, VA 23220, United States.
You can reach L'Opossum by calling +1 804-918-6028.
L'Opossum has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 based on 1106 customer reviews.
L'Opossum features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
L'Opossum features the following service options: On-site services, Dine-in, Delivery.
L'Opossum features the following highlights: Great cocktails, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great wine list, Serves local specialty.
L'Opossum features the following popular for: Dinner, Solo dining.
L'Opossum features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Healthy options, Small plates, Spirits, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Wine.
L'Opossum features the following dining options: Dinner, Dessert, Table service.
L'Opossum features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom.
L'Opossum features the following atmosphere: Cozy, Romantic, Trendy, Upmarket.
L'Opossum features the following crowd: Tourists.
L'Opossum features the following planning: Reservations required, Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations, Usually a wait.
L'Opossum features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
L'Opossum features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Somewhat difficult to find a space.
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