Food. Dining. Restaurants. VCU.Author Archive
Edo’s Squid: Delicious Food, Poor Service
Words and Photos by Kiara Moore Edo’s Squid is located on top of another restaurant on North Harrison Street. The outer appearance does not suggest the promise of delicious Italian cuisine that awaits hungry diners. When I opened the door, I was faced with a narrow staircase; after I finished my short, but steep, trek [...]
The Hill Café: Small Portions for A Hungry Tummy
Words and Photos by Paige The lights are dimmed at The Hill Café in the heart of Church Hill as I entered with excitement. It is not often I venture to Church Hill since I live so close to campus and there are a lot of food options close by. However, it is always nice [...]
Raising Cane’s, IHOP and Croutons: One Tough Call
Words and Photos by Michael Pasco On October 24th, 2011, VCU introduced a new dining facility labeled the Laurel and Grace Place (which is something I doubt any student would actually say) right by most of the freshman dorms. Weeks before they were ready, I knew I wanted to try all of the establishments over [...]
Laurel and Grace Place: New Dining Options
Words by Amanda Campbell Photos by Michael Pasco VCU Dining Services added three new eatery options for students on campus last Monday and was well received by a crowd of hungry student ready for something different. As a part of the new Laurel and Grace Place, the IHOP Express, Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers, and [...]
City Dogs: Fully Stocked Bar, Over Stuffed Dogs
Words by Mike Lammay Located a short, pleasant walk uptown from campus on West Main Street, City Dogs is a great place to get a drink. Its food, though somewhat uninspired, is edible, the staff kind and accommodating, and, of course, the bar fully stocked. And while nothing more than the walk home reminded [...]
The Veggie Monoblogs Introduces: Doin’ it Right
Words by Paige Baxter Everyone can say they’re vegetarian. It’s really easy, look: “Hey guys, I am vegetarian.” Not getting the right nutrients you need is even easier to do. No one is perfect and I am aware of this. I have been vegetarian for six years now and there’s no way I always get [...]
Food of the Folk Fest!
Words by Michael Pasco Photos by Amanda Campbell As you walk into the actual festival, past all the porta-potties and dining tables are the food stands. The thing about the Folk Festival is, because it was made open to the public, they had to make all their revenue from sponsorships from local businesses, including local [...]
By The Slice: A (Semi-Frequent) Column of One Man’s Quest to Conquer the Pizza of Richmond
Words and Photos by Tommy Dale McPhail Fellow Richmonders, Students, Delinquents and Lovers of Pizza alike, I welcome you to what I hope shall become a column to remember. Regardless of age, religious affiliation or preference of Van Halen vocalist, we are all united under the affection of one delectable and iconic dish of all-time: [...]
Nile Ethiopian Restaurant: So-So-Spicy
Words and Photos by Michael Pasco If you are on the way to The Siegel Center or to Barnes and Nobles, Nile Ethiopian Restaurant is one of the very first restaurants you will see. On the inside, the first thing that catches your eye is the kitchen, and the bar very close to it. If [...]
Sticky Rice: Sushi for Hipsters
Words and Photos by Amanda Campbell From sashimi to ribs, noodles to tater tots, and a bevy of vegetarian sushi with names like “Silence of the Yams” and “Shiitake Happens”, Sticky Rice knows what people want and how to make it taste amazing. Going into the quirky red painted brick restaurant in the Fan, the [...]
