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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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Sonya Feeser
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A Delightful Brunch at Lola's Farmhouse Bistro
Went to Lola’s Farmhouse Bistro for my birthday brunch over the weekend! 💖 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.! 👋 For their grand opening today, I tried out the Ernie McCracken smoothie bowl. 😍🍓🍌 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! ⛵️🐸⛱ 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 People’s Pie and my first time having a Detroit style pizza and I was not disappointed by either! 🍕 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! 🦀🙌 I have been to the main location in Shockoe Bottom,...


Sonya Feeser
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Grit Coffee Comes To Richmond!
It’s officially fall so you know what that means...PSL!! 🎃☕️ 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!! 🍪☕️ 💜🤯 I...


Sonya Feeser
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New And Dangerously Cheesy!
This is seriously a match made in heaven...Mac and Cheese and Cheetos 😍🤤 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 I’ve had in Richmond: Taqueria Y Antojitos El Chido! 🌮 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?! 🍹🤩 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! 🍰🍟🦀🥗🍣 The service was incredible, the outdoor patio was...


Sonya Feeser
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A Healthy Neighborhood Cafe & Market In Union Hill
It’s all about balance! ⚖️ Got a Pick Two from Union Market in Churchill consisting of a Chopped Salad and a Reuben. 🥗🥪 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. 🍗🐓😔 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! 🥳 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 Morton’s Steakhouse!! 💲 Included a starter, entrée, 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 🌮😋 The...


Sonya Feeser
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A Cheesy Classic: Chick-fil-A's Mac
Finally tried Chick-fil-A’s mac n cheese! 🧀 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! 💕 For dinner, I went to Maya Mexican Grill on Grace St. 😋🌮🍚 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! 😩🤤😍 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! I’ve heard so many things about Bar Solita’s pizza and now I can confirm...it’s delicious 😋 I ordered the breakfast pizza (with no...
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