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Lehja, Richmond, VA

Lehja

4.6
4.6
1094 Reviews
$31 to $50
Indian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 15 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
  • Vegetarian-friendly
Lehja is an award winning modern Indian restaurant located in Short Pump Town Center in Richmond. Our Executive Chef Sunny Baweja has been named Semifinalist for the prestigious James Beard Award for"Best Chef Mid Atlantic" category for 2019 and 2020. We have been proudly named as “Restaurant of the Year” by Richmond Magazine and “Best Richmond Restaurant” by EATER in 2023,2024. Esquire named Lehja “100 restaurants America can’t afford to lose during pandemic.”
Sunny always strives the freshest ingredients and seasonal menu. Our Wine List has been awarded "Best of Award of Excellence" by Wine Spectator. Sunny Baweja has been invited to Food Festivals across the country . Sunny has won many competitions around like Broad Appetit, Burger Blast, American Heart Association’s Heart ball 2018 “Chefs Challenge”to name a few. Sunny was also the Headliner Chef at 2018 “ Taste of Richmond”. Washingtonian magazine has also featured Lehja as one of the must visit Richmond Spots.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Wine Bar, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch: Monday - Saturday: 11:30am - 2:30pm, Sunday: 12:00pm - 3:00pm; Dinner: Monday -Thursday: 4.30pm - 10:00pm, Friday : 4.30pm - 10:30pm Saturday : 3.00pm - 10.30pm, Sunday : 3:00pm - 9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (804) 364-1111
  • Website
    http://www.Lehja.Com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Sunny Baweja
  • Catering
    Catering offered upon request.
  • Private party facilities
    Private events done upon request.
  • Location
    Short Pump Town Center, 11800 West Broad Street, Suite 910, Richmond, VA 23233
  • Area
    Richmond
  • Cross Street
    Located inside the Town Center underneath Hotel Hyatt House
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

First Course Selections

  • Chaat du JourUSD 7.00

    Chef's Daily Selection, Inspired By The Street Foods Stalls Of India

    • Pav Bhaji Spiced SamosaUSD 5.00

      Spiced Turnover, Carrot-Potatoes-Peas Filing, Date-Tamarind Chutney

      • Gobhi ManchurianUSD 8.00

        Cauliflower Florets In A Zesty Soy-Tomato-Chili Glaze

        • Fire Cracker Chicken TikkaUSD 9.00

          Ghost Chili Marinade, Pickled Cucumber Ribbon, Mango-Kewra Paint

          • Kerala Roasted ChickenUSD 9.00

            Chicken Breast, Coastal Indian Spice Blend

            • Fisherman's PrawnsUSD 10.00

              Sautéed Prawns, Curry leaf-Mustard Tadka, Podi Dusted Rice Crackers

              • Lamb Galauti KebabUSD 10.00

                Pan-Seared, Roasted Red Pepper Chutney, Masala Daikons

                The Classics

                Please choose your choice of protein and sauce. Market Vegetables $10 / Paneer $11 / Chicken $12 / Lamb or Goat $14 / Fish or Shrimp $14 / Combination $15. All Entrees Served with a Side of Naan, Basmati Rice, and Choice of House Salad or Soup of the Day

                • Korma

                  Mughlai Style Cashew Curry

                  • Tikka Masala

                    Creamed Tomato-Fenugreek Sauce

                    • Punjabi Curry

                      Traditional Curry Sauce Flavored with House Ground Spice Mix

                      • Kuzhambu

                        Southern Indian Spiced Curry With Black Peppercorn And Coconut Milk

                        • Vin d'Alho

                          Spicy Garlic-Vinegar Flavored Sauce

                          Regional Classics

                          All Entrees Served with a Side of Naan, Basmati Rice, and Choice of House Salad or Soup of the Day

                          • Dal Makhni / Dal Tadka / Dal LehjaUSD 12.00

                            Regional Stewed Lentils of Your Choice

                            • Kofta Chaman DilkhushUSD 12.00

                              Vegetable Croquettes, Cashew-Tomato Sauce, Fenugreek

                              • Portabella Tofu KadahiUSD 12.00

                                Sautéed With Ginger, Coriander Seeds, Onions And Bell Peppers

                                • Saag PaneerUSD 12.00

                                  Creamed Style Spinach, house-made Paneer and Spices Slow Simmered

                                  • Seafood Kerala CurryUSD 15.00

                                    Salmon, Prawns, Coconut, Mustard, Chilies, Curry Leaves

                                    • Chicken MakhniUSD 13.00

                                      Pulled Tandoori Chicken, Honey-Tomato-Fenugreek Sauce

                                      • Biryani

                                        Delicately Seasoned Basmati Rice

                                        • VegetableUSD 11.00
                                        • ChickenUSD 12.00
                                        • Lamb or Goat (on Bone)USD 14.00

                                      Lehja's Specialties

                                      • Stuffed Paneer TikkaUSD 14.00

                                        Tandoor-Grilled, Veg Pulao, Makhni Sauce

                                        • Chicken Tikka Kali MirchUSD 13.00

                                          Roasted Chicken Breast, Methiwaali Taari, Vegetable Sauté

                                          • Tandoori Lamb TikkaUSD 16.00

                                            Lamb Chunks, Kerala Style Curry Sauce, Lemon Scented Vegetable Pulao

                                            • Tandoori SalmonUSD 15.00

                                              Tandoor-Roasted Wild Salmon, Cumin-Saffron Rub, Beetroot Puree

                                              • Shrimp-Chicken ZafraniUSD 19.00

                                                Hung Yogurt-Saffron Marinade, Tandoor Grilled, Local Sauté Greens

                                                • Panch Poran Spiced CodUSD 16.00

                                                  Alaskan Cod, Bengali Style Five Spice Blend, Sauté Corn-Pepper Tarkari

                                                  • Surf & Turf CurryUSD 19.00

                                                    Grassfed Domestic Lamb, Wild Salmon, Prawns, Tamarind-Garam Masala

                                                    • Crab-Scallop KozhambuUSD 19.00

                                                      Jumbo Lump Crab, Sea Scallops, Mustard-Curry Leaf-Coconut Sauce

                                                      • Duck à la PondicherryUSD 18.00

                                                        Pulled Duck, Pondicherry Inspired Spices, Seared Portobella, Yukon Salli

                                                        Specialty Breads

                                                        • Garlic NaanUSD 2.00

                                                          • Amritsari Kulcha / Kashmiri Kulcha / Tulsi Malai KulchaUSD 5.00

                                                            Beverages

                                                            • Mango LassiUSD 3.00

                                                              • ChaiUSD 3.00

                                                                • CoffeeUSD 3.00

                                                                  • Mighty Leaf TeasUSD 3.00

                                                                    • Lychee-Ginger BlissUSD 5.00

                                                                      • Desi Style "Shikanjvi Soda"USD 5.00

                                                                        • Italian SodasUSD 4.00

                                                                          Choice of Coconut, Lime, Pomegranate, Cherry, Blackberry

                                                                          Last updated: 3 February 2022

                                                                          What 1,094 people are saying

                                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                          Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                          4.6
                                                                          4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                          • 4.8Food
                                                                          • 4.6Service
                                                                          • 4.6Ambience
                                                                          • 4.4Value

                                                                          Noise • Moderate

                                                                          Loved For

                                                                          • Virginia

                                                                            Child-friendly

                                                                          • Virginia

                                                                            Healthy

                                                                          • Richmond

                                                                            Best Food

                                                                          • Richmond

                                                                            Child-friendly

                                                                          • Richmond

                                                                            Innovative

                                                                          • Richmond

                                                                            Healthy

                                                                          • Richmond

                                                                            Hot spot

                                                                          • Richmond

                                                                            Great for fine wines

                                                                          Review summary

                                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                          Lehja offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "attentive service." Guests rave about the "tender lamb chops" and exceptional wine pairings. The restaurant's inviting atmosphere and skilled chef make it a local gem. Despite occasional service hiccups, the overall experience remains "outstanding" and a favorite in Richmond.

                                                                          1,094 Reviews

                                                                          1. Tina

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Richmond

                                                                            4 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            4 reviews

                                                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            Food and service are always wonderful. Another great experience.

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                                                                          2. Ana

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Washington DC

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            2.0

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 2
                                                                            2. Food 1
                                                                            3. Service 3
                                                                            4. Ambience 3
                                                                            The food was awful. Taste and texture was that off 3 day old microwaved reheated left over food. Lacked luster, creativity, soul. I was extremely disappointed and embarrassed for the guests which I had invited.

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                                                                          3. Kristin

                                                                            Richmond

                                                                            4 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            4 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 21 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Delicious high end Indian cuisine. Above excellent service!

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                                                                          4. Phillip

                                                                            Richmond

                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 20 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            Best Indian Cuisine in RVA. Period. Sonny knows what he’s doing. By far the best wine list of any Indian restaurant I have been in.

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                                                                          5. Bronwyn

                                                                            Richmond

                                                                            13 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            13 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 19 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            The food was delivered quickly to our table. The appetizers are so good, especially the cauliflower!

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                                                                          6. Wes

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Richmond

                                                                            109 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            109 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 12 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            A group of seven. The food kept coming… Even things that weren’t exactly on the menu, but we had described what we wanted, and it appeared. Wonderful, taste, thoughtful, personal service. It is no secret. This is why we return.

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                                                                          7. Nicole

                                                                            San Francisco

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 6 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            We absolutely love Lejha ! The food was amazing and I could tell our sever really was committed to our experience. He recommended the most delish cauliflower appetizer! Both of our entrees were outstanding. I can’t say enough good things about our experience!

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                                                                          8. Mary Beth

                                                                            Greater Boston

                                                                            12 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            12 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 29 November 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Delicious meal and relaxing environment - will come back again.

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                                                                          9. Josh

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Richmond

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 21 November 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Sonny and crew NEVER disappoint. The food is Michelin worthy, the wine knowledge and collection unsurpassed in RVA, and service impeccable.

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                                                                          10. daniel

                                                                            Las Vegas

                                                                            6 reviews

                                                                            1.0

                                                                            6 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 16 November 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 1
                                                                            2. Food 4
                                                                            3. Service 1
                                                                            4. Ambience 1
                                                                            Service was terrible. I am not sure what is up with this trying to remember orders instead of writing them down, but never get them correct and when you come back 30 sec later and what we just ordered does not look good. Ordered refills on drinks after our food arrives. waiter came back with the drinks 30 min later after we were finished eating. At that time told us they were tapped out on the one. We told him fine and did not want a replacement. Asked for the bill and that came 20 min later. Oh and guess what, the drink we didn't get was on the bill, even after I asked him to make sure it was not on there. Nothing like padding the bill $10.00. Never came back to the table and had to track him down. Waited another 10 min for the corrected bill. Brings a half full glass of beer as a peace offering while we are trying to walk out the door. We sent it away and started to leave and the manger came over with the same half filled beer for us. Honestly what happened to this place. the food is still good, but with no service, I would just say get take out.

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                                                                          FAQs

                                                                          Lehja offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (804) 364-1111.

                                                                          Lehja is rated 4.6 stars by 1094 OpenTable diners.

                                                                          Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                          2 people
                                                                          7:00 pm
                                                                          Booked 15 times today

                                                                          Order delivery or takeout

                                                                          Google Map for Lehja

                                                                          Short Pump Town Center, 11800 West Broad Street, Suite 910, Richmond, VA 23233

                                                                          Additional information

                                                                          • Cross Street
                                                                            Located inside the Town Center underneath Hotel Hyatt House
                                                                          • Area
                                                                            Richmond
                                                                          • Hours of Operation
                                                                            Lunch: Monday - Saturday: 11:30am - 2:30pm, Sunday: 12:00pm - 3:00pm; Dinner: Monday -Thursday: 4.30pm - 10:00pm, Friday : 4.30pm - 10:30pm Saturday : 3.00pm - 10.30pm, Sunday : 3:00pm - 9:00 pm
                                                                          • Price
                                                                            $31 to $50
                                                                          • Cuisines
                                                                            Indian, Wine Bar, Vegetarian / Vegan
                                                                          • Dining style
                                                                            Casual Dining
                                                                          • Dress code
                                                                            Smart Casual
                                                                          • Parking details
                                                                            Public Parking
                                                                          • Payment Options
                                                                            AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                          • Executive Chef
                                                                            Sunny Baweja
                                                                          • Additional
                                                                            Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                          • Website
                                                                            http://www.Lehja.Com/
                                                                          • Phone number
                                                                            (804) 364-1111
                                                                          • Catering
                                                                            Catering offered upon request.
                                                                          • Private party facilities
                                                                            Private events done upon request.
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