East Coast Provisions
A contemporary seafood eatery with a raw bar and sushi, known for its fresh catches and expertly crafted cocktails.
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East Coast Provisions
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A contemporary seafood eatery with a raw bar and sushi, known for its fresh catches and expertly crafted cocktails.
Sit at the Bar for Cocktails
Sit at the bar to enjoy expertly crafted cocktails by bartender Matt and ask about off-menu gems.
Explore Off-Menu Options
Don't hesitate to ask about off-menu gems for special culinary delights, especially from the skilled bartenders.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Seafood, American, Sushi
Price
$$$
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Exceptional Raw Bar & Seafood
Indulge in delectable seafood dishes like crab cake Benedict and perfectly grilled oysters. A raw bar and East Coast-influenced seafood are signatures.
Crafted Cocktails & Off-Menu Drinks
Enjoy unique off-menu drinks and esoteric cocktails recommended by skilled bartenders like Matt, known for his cosmopolitan martini.
Inventive Sushi Rolls
From East and West Coast rolls to creative California rolls, the sushi offerings are well-balanced and a great addition to the seafood focus.
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Sit at the Bar for Cocktails
Sit at the bar to enjoy expertly crafted cocktails by bartender Matt and ask about off-menu gems.
Explore Off-Menu Options
Don't hesitate to ask about off-menu gems for special culinary delights, especially from the skilled bartenders.
Happy Hour Value
Consider visiting during happy hour for great deals on playfully plated and delicious food.
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Sit at the Bar for Cocktails
Sit at the bar to enjoy expertly crafted cocktails by bartender Matt and ask about off-menu gems.
Explore Off-Menu Options
Don't hesitate to ask about off-menu gems for special culinary delights, especially from the skilled bartenders.
Happy Hour Value
Consider visiting during happy hour for great deals on playfully plated and delicious food.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
East Coast Provisions is highly praised for its fresh seafood, particularly oysters, and its expertly crafted cocktails. Many find the ambiance welcoming and the service attentive, though some reviewers have noted inconsistencies in service speed and food temperature, with occasional issues regarding the pricing for certain dishes.
"Had a great anniversary dinner here, the service was awesome, food was incredible. The oysters were solid and the Steak frites were remarkable. The fries were some of the best I’ve had in a long time! Really great!"
Ryan Noë
"I recommend the salmon! The flavors were fantastic, and getting a bite with every element of the plate was so enjoyable. A bit salt/ oil heavy but savored the flavor for sure!! Not sure if it was an off night, but our waitress was incredibly quiet and awkward."
sophia young
"East Coast Provisions
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If you're looking for a spot that takes drinks "seriously", East Coast Provisions is it—Matt, our bartender, crafted some of the best cocktails we’ve had in a while, with the cosmopolitan martini stealing the show.
The flash-fried calamari, tossed in a sweet Thai chili sauce, hit all the right notes: crispy, sweet, and just a little spicy. The crab cake sandwich? Deliciously satisfying. But the real star was an off-menu fried oyster po' boy—perfectly crisp oysters piled high—and those truffle shoestring fries? Phenomenal.
Pro tip: Sit at the bar, let Matt work his magic, and don’t be afraid to ask about off-menu gems."
Amos Shipe
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Frequently Asked Questions
Signature dishes include crab cake Benedict, grilled oysters, raw oysters, and marinated octopus. The lobster roll and various sushi rolls are also highly recommended.
Yes, bartenders like Matt are known for crafting excellent, unique off-menu drinks and esoteric cocktails. Don't hesitate to ask for a recommendation.
Yes, East Coast Provisions has a killer happy hour with great deals on delicious food and drinks.
While not explicitly stated, given its popularity for seafood and cocktails, reservations are likely advisable, especially for dinner.
The restaurant is described as contemporary and casual, suggesting a relaxed dress code.
The flash-fried calamari is often highlighted as exceptional, featuring a crispy texture and a delicious sweet Thai chili sauce.
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This restaurant is popular for its seafood, including the crab cake Benedict, broiled and raw oysters, and sliced paper thin shaved marinated octopus. This place also serves great off-menu drinks and esoteric cocktails, so if you are a spontaneous soul, you will definitely not regret going for the bartender’s recommendation. Guests especially found this place to be great value for money.
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That night we went to East Coast Provisions- the menu here had a lot of things I wanted to try. We started with an East and West Coast sushi roll for the table, both were good, well balanced. I then had the scallops, which were very good, but I thought the grits they were served on would be creamier, they were good, but just a little more rice style grits than what I was hoping.
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East Coast Provisions is an experience that exceeds expectations, with delectable food, welcoming staff, and an inviting atmosphere, it’s an unmissable seafood restaurant in Richmond. Indulge in perfectly grilled oysters, as well as sensational sushi and other delicious dishes inspired by the ocean. Be sure to try a couple of their cocktails to elevate your meal.
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I wasn’t ready to go back to the East Coast, so I decided to move to Portland, Oregon. I showed up with just the two suitcases I had left Berlin with, and crashed on a friend’s floor until I figured out my own living situation. I spent the next two years working at a delicious and very popular ramen bar called Kayo’s.
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East Coast Provisions (formerly Water Coastal Kitchen) (formerly Watergrill) keeps getting better with each iteration. And this version is full of bright flavors and brighter colors. Known primarily for seafood, this hip spot has an awesome raw bar, playfully plated and delicious food, and a killer happy hour.
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Let’s Taco ’Bout It
Though they are anything but traditional, East Coast Provisions’ tuna tacos are a go-to, with a crunchy wonton shell, fresh ahi tuna, and little touches of sesame and cilantro. We shudder to think how many we could eat in one sitting, but it’s on the higher end of reasonable.
Top 6 Seafood Spots in Richmond
An extensive menu with all the seafood dishes you could want and the option to book private events!. If you want to try delicious fish tacos, along with several other great dishes, this restaurant is the place to go!. Image courtesy of Instagram.
Where to get raw oysters in Richmond
Contemporary casual dining with a seafood-oriented menu and an outdoor patio overlooking Carytown. Oysters are offered at various salinity points on the half-shell on a rotating basis
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