Open for safe inside dining or check out our new expanded patio!
Often imitated, never duplicated
Dot’s Back Inn is a destination diner in Richmond’s northside neighborhood of Bellevue.
Serving all the diner classics in a big and delicious way. Owned and operated by Chef Jimmy Tsamouras, Dot’s Back Inn cranks out phenomenal plates in a casual neighborhood atmosphere.
Who’s Dot anyway?
Dot started working in the family restaurant in the 1940’s and waited tables for nearly 50 years. Dot’s Back Inn is dedicated to her and every other server who has been the heart, soul, and success of the neighborhood restaurant.
Feeding the neighborhood since 1990
The best way to place a take out order is to call us at 804-266-3167. You can also order from a limited menu online.
Featured on Diners, Drive-In’s & Dives
Due to local popularity, excellent food, and continued success over many years, Dot’s Back Inn was showcased not only once, but twice on the Food Network’s popular TV show, Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. That’s right, Guy Fieri rolls out to Richmond, VA to check out Dot’s!
“With a completely fresh, new and compelling feel to the traditional diner - this American classic spot really has a fantastic selection of menu items that will surely leave you coming back for more, we guarantee it.”
— FoodNetwork