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Quintessential Richmond

For over three decades, Lemaire Restaurant has been creating memorable dining experiences for the residents of Richmond and guests of The Jefferson Hotel.

Seasonally Inspired

Our menu changes with the seasons but our commitment to fresh, delicious ingredients at the peak of their flavor never falters.

Artfully Crafted

From cocktails to dessert, attention to every detail creates a feast for your eyes.

Experiential

We believe that a great meal is best enjoyed when accompanied by exceptional service and a beautiful setting.

Holidays at The Jefferson

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Now serving The Jefferson Hotel Alligator
Crab
Family
Cocktail
Little Gem Caesar
Burger
The Jefferson Hotel
Now serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner daily
Alligator
Alligator

Alligators lived in marble ponds in the Palm Court lobby at The Jefferson until 1948. Occasionally they would wander into the rooms that Lemaire now occupies.

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Assorted dishes

Each seasonal menus features comforting family style sides to share with the table.

Crab cake

Crab cakes are one of the most popular items.

Little Gem Caesar

The salads, like this ever-popular Little Gem Caesar, are not to be overlooked.

Barnyard Burger

The decadent Barnyard Burger has appeared on the dinner menu for more than 10 years.

A chef preparing a salad

Local suppliers, like Manakintowne Farms, provide beautiful, seasonal ingredients.

An old fashion cocktail

Enjoy a modern twist in all our classic, hand-crafted cocktails.

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The New American menus showcase locally grown ingredients in classic regional dishes and cocktails, each with modern twist paying homage to the bounty of Virginia.

A fork and spoon

 The curated wine list of over 200 offerings is perfectly balanced with the best of both the New and the Old World.   

Breakfast

An interior view of the restaurant
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Lunch

Salad

Lounge

Deviled Eggs
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Dinner

Pork Chop

Drinks

Dogwood cocktail
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Wine

A view of the bar

Dessert

Dark Chocolate Delight

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dining

Scallops

Known for exceptional service and iconic dining spaces, please consider Lemaire when planning your special occasion gathering for 10-60 guests.

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our

chef

Executive Chef Patrick Willis

Since 2009, Executive Chef Patrick Willis has been creating memorable dishes with a little inspiration from his family’s culinary traditions.

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gift

cards

An exterior view of The Jefferson Hotel

Whatever the occasion, a Jefferson Hotel gift card is perfect for travel enthusiasts, romantics or foodies on your list. Gift cards are available in any denomination and never expire.

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