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Is Sheppard Street Tavern Still Open? Man v. Food Update (Richmond, VA)

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As of September 2026, Sheppard Street Tavern is listed open on sheppardstreetrva.com, reviewed by our team on September 7, 2026; not yet independently confirmed through direct contact.

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What the source shows: According to the tavern's own website, accessed 2026-09-08, the space was renamed from Caliente to Sheppard Street Tavern in 2016, and the site lists current weekend hours and an online ordering option.

  • Season / episode Season 3, Episode 4
  • Original air date
  • Address 2922 Park Ave, Richmond, VA 23221

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What happened after Man v. Food?

On Man v. Food (S3E4, aired 2010-06-30), the crew's tour of Richmond included the Museum District bar then operating as Caliente, opened in 2004 by owner Bender according to the tavern's own website. The space was renamed Sheppard Street Tavern in 2016, per the same site, and continues to operate as a neighborhood pub on Park Avenue. According to the business's website, accessed 2026-09-08, the tavern is currently open Friday 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. and Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., and offers online ordering. Google Places lists the location, 2922 Park Ave, as operational. The tavern describes itself as a longtime gathering spot for locals and visitors in the Museum District, carrying forward the same address and general pub concept that hosted the original episode visit.

Featured on Man v. Food

Season / episode
Season 3, Episode 4
Original air date
Episode title
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What was featured
Richmond pub then known as Caliente, opened 2004
Role
Featured restaurant
Name on the broadcast
Sheppard Street Tavern

Frequently asked questions

Is Sheppard Street Tavern still open in 2026?

As of September 2026, Sheppard Street Tavern is listed open on sheppardstreetrva.com, reviewed by our team on September 7, 2026; not yet independently confirmed through direct contact.

What happened to Sheppard Street Tavern after Man v. Food?

On Man v. As of September 2026, Sheppard Street Tavern is listed open on sheppardstreetrva.com, reviewed by our team on September 7, 2026; not yet independently confirmed through direct contact.

Where is Sheppard Street Tavern located?

2922 Park Ave, Richmond, VA 23221. That is the address on the record as of September 7, 2026.

What season and episode of Man v. Food featured Sheppard Street Tavern?

Season 3, Episode 4 of Man v. Food, first aired June 30, 2010.

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Visit info

Address
2922 Park Ave, Richmond, VA 23221
Venue type
bar
Official website
sheppardstreetrva.com

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