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Every Dish Crafted From Scratch
At Midlothian Chef's Kitchen, we believe exceptional food starts with uncompromising preparation. From our hand-rolled pastas and artisanal sauces to our signature desserts, every single component is made fresh in-house. Guided by Chef David Dunlap, we combine classic scratch-cooking techniques with the finest seasonal ingredients to bring you a truly elevated dining experience.
Dinner Menu
Starters
Sweet Potato Bisque
Tart Apples, Ginger Cream, Brioche Croutons…12
Salad of Local Greens
Smoked Pumpkin Seeds, Dried and Fresh Blueberries, Goat Cheese, Lemon-Lavender Vinaigrette…11
Pork and Shrimp Dumplings
Charred Scallions, Shiitake Mushrooms,
Roasted Pork Broth…12
Roasted Beets
Mandarin Orange, Pistachios, Grapes, Goose Berries, Tarragon…14
*Beef Tenderloin Tartare
Roasted Garlic Pan Perdue, Cornichons, Aioli, Crispy Onions …15
Salmon Tartare
Honey-Soy, Cilantro, Scallion, Miso Mayo, Crispy Wonton…11
Charcuterie and Artisanal Cheese
House Pickles, Condiments, Toasted Baguette…17
Creamy Burrata Cheese with
Prosciutto De Parma
Sliced Pear, Chili, Basil, Olive Oil…15
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness
Entrees
“Street Corn Pasta”
House-made Cilantro Cavatelli
Fire Roasted Corn Puree, Queso Fresco, Jalapeno Tempura, Egg Yolk Espuma …28
Chefs Pairing: Villa Maria, Sauvignon Blanc, 12
*Butter Poached Filet Mignon
Variations of Broccoli, Beef Jus…46
Chefs Pairing: Silver Peak, Cabernet Sauvignon…14
Thyme Roasted Chicken
Ricotta Gnocchi, Chanterelle Mushrooms, Thyme Chicken Jus…$32
Chefs Pairing: Chateau de Parenchere, Bordeaux…12
*Dill Crusted Scottish Salmon
Glazed Vegetables, Horseradish Cream…32
Chefs Pairing: Zenato, Pinot Grigo…12
Seared Rockfish
Carolina Gold Rice, Toasted Coriander, Snow Peas, Lobster Cream…32
Chefs Pairing: Broadbent, Chardonnay…11
Desserts
Chocolate Cream Pie
Almond Frangipane, Chocolate Cremoso, Italian Meringue…15
Strawberry-Basil Almond Cake
Macerated Strawberries, Whipped Crème Fraiche, Basil Glaze…14
Lemon-Ricotta Tart
White Chocolate, Toasted Pistachios…14

Meet Award-Winning Chef David Dunlap
Awards/Recognitions
- 2011 Relais & Châteaux Grand Chefs Event, London
- 2014 James Beard Rising Star Chef of Virginia Dinner Series
- Broad Appetit Best Dish Award 2016, 2017, 2019
- Broad Appetit Best Dessert Award 2018, 2019
- 2017 Rising Star Chef of the Year by Two Roads Hospitality
- 2018 Juror's Award for Best Chili Dish benefitting Visual Arts Center of Richmond
- 2019 Charleston Wine + Food Guest Chef
- 2020 StarChef
- 1 of the 32 Restaurant Stars on the Rise in 2020 by FSRMagazine
- 2021 Dine Like a Local Award Winner by The Scout Guide for Best Restaurant for Dinner
- 2021 50 Restaurants We Love by Richmond Magazine
- 2022 Best Restaurant in Chesterfield by Richmond Magazine
- 2022 Best Chef in Richmond by Richmond Times-Dispatch
- 2022 Best Hidden Gem by Richmond Times-Dispatch
- 2023 Diners Choice Award by OpenTable
- 2023 Best Chef in Richmond by Richmond Times Dispatch
- 2024 Diners Choice Award by OpenTable
- 2024 Best Chef in Richmond by Richmond Times Dispatch
- 2025 Chef of the Year by Virginia Restaurant Lodging Travel Association
- 2025 100 Best Restaurant's by Richmond Times Dispatch


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