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WELCOME TO SONYA'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT!
~ All the Latest & Greatest in RVA ~
Welcome to my food and lifestyle blog, a place for you to learn more about me and explore food + things to do in Richmond, VA. Sonya's Food For Thought has added such value to my life, and I love having the opportunity to share my passions and thoughts with you all while supporting my local community. Read on, and enjoy!

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A Delightful Brunch at Lola's Farmhouse Bistro
Went to Lolaโs Farmhouse Bistro for my birthday brunch over the weekend! ๐ Minutes away from Short Pump, this 1865 former Fox Head Inn...

Sonya Feeser
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North End Juice Co: Fueled by Goodness
Welcome to Church Hill, North End Juice Co.! ๐ For their grand opening today, I tried out the Ernie McCracken smoothie bowl. ๐๐๐ The...

Sonya Feeser
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Richmond's Only Waterfront Bar & Restaurant: The Lilly Pad
This restaurant on the water is bringing the ultimate staycation getaway vibes! โต๏ธ๐ธโฑ Just a 15-20 minute drive south of Richmond, The...

Sonya Feeser
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Detroit-Style Pizza: The Pizza You Never Knew You Needed!
This was my first time at Peopleโs Pie and my first time having a Detroit style pizza and I was not disappointed by either! ๐ Detroit...

Sonya Feeser
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No-Frills Kind Of Seafood Joint: Sauce & Toss
Sauce & Toss is hands down my favorite place in Richmond to get snow crab legs! ๐ฆ๐ I have been to the main location in Shockoe Bottom,...

Sonya Feeser
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Grit Coffee Comes To Richmond!
Itโs officially fall so you know what that means...PSL!! ๐โ๏ธ Tried out the BRAND NEW Grit Coffee on Libbie Ave today which is near...

Sonya Feeser
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Get Whisk(ed) Away To This Parisian-Style Bakery and Coffee Shop in Shockoe Bottom
Last Thursday was monumental for me because I went to Whisk for the first time AND had a macaron for the first time!! ๐ชโ๏ธ ๐๐คฏ I...

Sonya Feeser
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New And Dangerously Cheesy!
This is seriously a match made in heaven...Mac and Cheese and Cheetos ๐๐คค Let me tell you how excited I was when I found out my local...

Sonya Feeser
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Authentic Mexican Food Truck: Taqueria Y Antojitos El Chido
The most authentic Mexican food Iโve had in Richmond: Taqueria Y Antojitos El Chido! ๐ฎ This cutie little food truck is nestled beside a...

Sonya Feeser
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Barrio Taqueria + Tequila: Home Of The RVA Famous Soft Serve Margaritas
Did someone say SOFT SERVE MARGARITAS?! ๐น๐คฉ Made it out to Barrio to try the Mango & Lime Twist Marg as well as the Buffalo Cauliflower...

Sonya Feeser
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Upscale Seafood For A Special Occasion
The PERF fancy seafood restaurant for a birthday dinner: The Hard Shell! ๐ฐ๐๐ฆ๐ฅ๐ฃ The service was incredible, the outdoor patio was...

Sonya Feeser
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A Healthy Neighborhood Cafe & Market In Union Hill
Itโs all about balance! โ๏ธ Got a Pick Two from Union Market in Churchill consisting of a Chopped Salad and a Reuben. ๐ฅ๐ฅช The salad was...

Sonya Feeser
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Take Your Wings And Fly At The Cocky Rooster
I had really high expectations for the Cocky Rooster but I was a little let down. ๐๐๐ After hearing tons of good reviews of this local...

Sonya Feeser
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A Quaint Neighborhood Cafe in Church Hill
One of my new favorite neighborhood spots in Church Hill: The Hill Cafe! ๐ฅณ This restaurant has something for everyone and leaves...

Sonya Feeser
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The Morton's Experience
Took advantage of the 3 course/$45 deal before it ended today at Mortonโs Steakhouse!! ๐ฒ Included a starter, entrรฉe, side, and...

Sonya Feeser
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Bartaco Life: Street Food With a Coastal Vibe
HAPPY TACOOOO TUESDAY and throwback to Bartaco in Reston, VA! I ordered the chicken chorizo and baja fish tacos which were yummm ๐ฎ๐ The...

Sonya Feeser
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A Cheesy Classic: Chick-fil-A's Mac
Finally tried Chick-fil-Aโs mac n cheese! ๐ง For a fast food chain, it was WAY better than I imagined. The flavor was rich and the...

Sonya Feeser
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Modern Mexican in a Beautiful Setting
Happy Valentines Day! ๐ For dinner, I went to Maya Mexican Grill on Grace St. ๐๐ฎ๐ It is super close to The National and Carpenter...

Sonya Feeser
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Metro Diner: A Southern Chain With Charm
Take me backkkk! ๐ฉ๐คค๐ My first time visiting Metro Diner was in Jacksonville, Florida, but I was too young to remember my experience...

Sonya Feeser
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Wood Fired Pizza In The Heart Of Richmond's Arts District
WOW! Iโve heard so many things about Bar Solitaโs pizza and now I can confirm...itโs delicious ๐ I ordered the breakfast pizza (with no...

Sonya Feeser
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