Barcode

Great food, fun times, strong drinks, good place to network and meet new people.

Cool place! Not a lot of people under 30 though. The bartenders are awesome! Unfortunately, that loser drug crowd that used to hang out Babes has infiltrated Thursday nights : (

This place was ok. Their drinks are alright and the vibe is very townie in my opinion. It was very quiet on a Thursday night, which might be a thing out here in the south. It’s worth while checking out though.

A fun and friendly gay bar/restaurant. It had waves of people come and go on a Thursday night. The bartenders were really friendly. People at the bar were friendly and the food was really good. I had crab cakes spinach and cole slaw, then a dish of wings. All very delicious. It was $5 martini night and the 3 different ones I had were very good.

Best bar ever. Patrick, Jackson and Brenna are so sweet and always talk to me when I come here. Food is delicious as hell and the drinks aren’t too expensive. Literally a safe haven for a closeted transgender girl. Wish I could rate 100 stars

I love this place but everything here is sticky and covered in food parts. I wish they would clean more. I got a major ick.

Just moved to Richmond and this bar is very close to where I live. The staff and owners are all incredibly friendly and attentive. The food is phenomenal and literally everything I’ve ordered has been delicious. The drinks and food are super well-priced. The regulars and customers are all super friendly, inclusive, and fun! Would recommend to anyone in the area or visiting! Patio in the back to chill, get some fresh air, and smoke for those that do. I’m slowly becoming a regular myself! :)

The service was little unattended but one of the bartenders rescue the moment and after we got our food Ill tell you we had the best bar-food quesadillas everthey were amazingRecommended 100%

I have been coming here off and on for 5 years. The staff is largely unchanged and I love them all. You know they treat their staff well when they stick around. Totally accepting and non judgemental space. The food is amazing and presented like you are in a five star resort. The crowd on the weekdays is like cheers with a lot of regulars. Very easy to get to know people. Excellent, laid back, and rewarding place.Gay or straight, you need to come here. I do not work here and have no affiliation with Barcode. Im just a loyal and happy patron.

This was my first time visiting. I was here on Saturday evening at 7 p.m. and there was a small crowd of less than 12 people or so. The staff was friendly, and I had a good meal. The pulled pork is actually roasted here on premises for over 7 hours. The portions were very large and filling. As I understand it, it starts to get busy late at night, and it is more of a late night venue.

I have been frequenting this establishment for almost a decade now and I swear this place, not unlike a fine wine, only gets better with age. I am generally of the mind that such a haunt does not exist but the amazing staff at Barcode continue to prove me wrong. They make delicious cocktails and mixed drinks, provide great insight into lifes problems, and are just fun to be around. On top of this, the food is delish. Quesadillas, chicken tenders, fries, loud music, drinks, and friends. Fun times.

I am always happy to give Barcode my money. They have a great atmosphere and wonderful staff, who are very engaging and energetic as well as professional and courteous. The bar is always clean and tidy and there is always an event, drink special, or friendly face to greet you when you enter. If you are visiting Richmond this is definitely a place you want to be!

First time visiting here even though I was born in this city. Wings are good. Good vibes. Nice atmosphere. Please tip accordingly but stop trying marry and stalk the bartenders.

Place is like a 90s living Museum of gay life. Mismatch decor, ample booze selection, smoking patio, random crowd at times. Food is surprisingly decent for a bar. Service is always quick.

They refused to allow us inside when they saw we had a service dog in our group. When we explained to them the VA laws regarding service animals and the rights of disabled folks, the staff laughed at us and even yelled at the handler of the service dog, then forced us to leave. We ended up calling the police to file a report about this establishment.

Visiting from out of town and did a Google search for nearby places. Patrons were friendly. Bartender seemed disinterested as he couldnt even say hello as he stood in front of me to take my drink order. It would ha e been nice to try some food but a menu was not offered. I noticed it was offered to others. Not sure what the issue was but reading other reviews it seems this is normal for the bartenders. Too bad it seems like it could be a good place.

Im a lesbian from out of town. Googled gay bars near me that had food, just wanting to be in the community. I got here and realized it is a sausage bar, BUT came in anyway and am happy with my decision. The food is on point. A nice stop before my trip back to North Carolina. I would recommend this place.

As the Gay Socialite, I can not visit a city and not check out the local nightlife. Before my niece and her wife suggested Barcode I had already seen their page on social media and thought I would pass. Glad I didn’t! Although it’s not much to look at, it has heart and soul. The bartender was a sweetie, the locals were so friendly and I met a few other people visiting Richmond for the weekend. The drinks were delicious and easy on the Amex. I say go for cocktails and conversation.Xoxo Lorenzo

Went for the first time today and had a good time. The bartender was great - I didnt get his name but he had long hair and nail polish. The food was great and the crowd was friendly.

If you go here, dont forget to close your tab because the people here have sticky fingers. I had $150 worth of sports game tickets placed on my card before picking it back up. I told management and they did not care. Literally hung up after i asked for a manager. Told the cops and got my money back but never wanted to go back since.

Sunday night here is a good start the week, in Richmond you want fun & class topped with a little sexy. GET IN EARLY. 8:30ish.. Have a few drinks before the party starts Party hard, watch the fireworks @ Karaoke later in the evening and have a good time. GREAT Place! Very clean! Friendly! This Is definitely my spot every Sunday night before the week begins!-Sexy Back 😘

I ordered some random drink thing I made up, with Henny and coke, and the bartender ensured that it was considerably more Hennessy than soda, folks like me appreciate that sort of thing. I also didnt eat here but the people who were eating here had food that looked amazing.

Second time here. Interesting interaction with the bartender matt. I ordered a mixed drink and paid cash. Nothing special but noticed there was tax added to end up costing $X.34. Really. Now I have 67 cents in my pocket Try calculating drink prices with tax so it comes to an even dollar or half-dollar amount.Post-purchase I’m approached by an off shift bar tender Paige. She says she was asked to talk to me about why I didn’t tip on a cash sale. First, I did tip MATT, the bartender for my drink. This is where things get shady. After explaining to Paige I did tip, I have a couple suggestions. The remainder of the night though, I had to go to another bartender. Matt refused to acknowledge my existence.Ignored me at the drink station. Ignored my empty beer bottle with cash under it (dead give away I’d like another of the same).5/3 update. After speaking to quite a few locals about Matt, I’ve heard over and over he’s a pretentious prick. He’s worked there for 12 years and thinks he’s untouchable. Until management understands that he is the reason that people like me sit down and write these reviews you’ve just lost a customer base. I have no problem with going to a straight bar or any other establishment just contribute money based on his service alone.I admit, I just moved from San Diego and it’s a different scene. But to be approached about my tipping and then be ignored by one of two bartenders Is not good business practices. Tips are reflective of quality of service, not mandatory. Matt did not engage in any conversation, really didn’t even talk to me. Just stared blankly for me to order, then demand payment.Overall, as one of three gay bars in Richmond, I’d recommend it. Tonight, I had a poor server who did not understand customer service. I hope management sees this and reaches out.

Im a visitor to Richmond from San Francisco and I really dont go out to gay bars. Having said that,I found Barcode to be a lot of fun. I went on a Sunday, karaoke night, had the chicken quesadillas and really wasnt expecting much. The food was good and the crowd was friendly and mixed. Men, women, older, younger... I didnt have any problem striking up conversations or feel my age (Ill be 67 come June) made any difference. I had a good time.To the young man who Respects his elders but wouldnt want to date oneOh you young puppytwink... you are ageing with each character you punch in to your smart phone. I just hope you age well & find someone to put up with you and your ageist tude sweetie!

Love the fact that a woman is totally accepted here and they have the BEST white chocolate martinis that I have ever tasted! Great place to host a dinner also! Have always had a good time.

Barcode is a go-to watering hole where everybody knows everybody. The owners are great guys, the staff are personable, and its the gay bar to go to in town when you just want to sit down, relax, and have drinks with your friends.

I am relatively new to Richmond (2yrs) and have grown to weary of the behaviors normally associated to the gay scene. This bar and its staff exede my expectations in the quality, service , diversity and acceptance. I love the barcode!

Came here randomly with a few friends. Very laid back atomosphere. Everyone was super friendly. Food looked great and Paige was an excellent bartender!

The food is always good, the staff is friendly. Sunday night karaoke is always a blast. A great place for the entire LGBTQ community to gather.

I loved going, great drinks however recently they started measuring every drink and honestly the drinks have become unsatisfactory. The bartenders are great but have to stick to their new policy.

Is a gay bar directed at men but a girlfriend and I went and made tons of friends, had amazing drinks, and overall had a great time!! Even though we were the only femme presenting people in the building for the first 2 hours 😂

Went saturday night for the first time. Dont live in Richmond. The drinks and food was great. NICK IS FINE. !!!! WoofWill definitely .make the trip back.

Being charged for refills AFTER a refill was given to you without you asking is TRASH. I dont understand the concept.Orders drink + refill given (not asked for)= freeDrink + refill (asked for) = extra charge???Are you as confused as me on this? Being my first time here i did not enjoy myself and i defiantly will NOT be back

Were not in Kansas anymore Dorothy. Which way did he go? Every way Dorothy. They threw my brain all over the stars. Pay attention to the man behind the mirror. Hes looking back with a code. It could be a barcode.

Love the martintis here. Very well priced and its always a special on Thursdays. Cant wait to see the next artist to shows there too.

I really appreciate the staff and their hard work on staying open, clean, and friendly. Its good to see that a little bit of normalcy is around. Thank you Brian, Matt and the rest of the staff for your hard work.

Loved everything. Was great experience will definitely go back. Great time good people 👍

Fun fact: Non alcoholic drinks are not free refills, which no one mentions, and full of ice in 12oz mugs. First place Ive ever been to bar or otherwise with this policy.

My friends from Richmond take me to this place for a dinner and I totally get in love with their food so delicious and the staff have was customer friendly. highly recommended...

Not a bad place at all. Expected it to be a little more entertaining on a Saturday night

Nice place! Some waiters need attitude adjustment. Overall a great place to be and hang out with friends.

THE local place to hang and have a drink or dinner while enjoying time with friends. Great location and always very welcoming

Havent gone yet but Im excited to check it out tomorrow, it looks fun and very friendly still new to all this lol

Great place to unwind and meet people. Great food. Some waiters lack customer service skills.

30+ Crowd a good place to chat or eat with friends. The burgers are great you must try it.

Great place for drinks and pool. Fun clientele and staff. Karaoke on Sundays

I love it there I enjoy myself every time even in the week I stop by just to have my bluemotocycleThey are so friendly

Most of the bartenders are awesome . . . Cheers to Page, Justin, Travis, Matt . . . Great gayborhood hangout 😊

My favorite gay bar in richmond ,truely the best ,great customer services n drinks

My wife and I love Barcode! It’s always a good crowd and everyone is so friendly

Good atmosphere and great hot wings.

Music is boring and not that of a bar atmosphere.The drinks are cheap and the food is good.The service sucks and they lack professional training.

Round if youre looking for food drinks then youre going to the right place but if youre looking to hook up because youre lonely like I was and youre 27 not the place for you I love my elders but I dont want to date them

Strong drinks for good price, good service but not so good food and the clientele is middle to old age.

Absolutely tasty food, good people, awesome staff. Friendly if I had to use one word.

Ive always felt welcome and I love the staffing and people who comes here.

Nice place to go to get away . Very frilly staff. The food is good.

Best gay bar in RVA. Great customers and staff

Friendly staff and good people. Best place for Sunday nights.

Its a wonderful and friendly bar filled with people who care. Bears wanted.

Its a lay back place the food his good and its clean keep up the work

Great dive bar good food and even better service!

Came here on a Monday night for a drink with friends. Nice music and people.

I always have fun there and I am not gay

Omg the food is Fantastic.

Hometown bar. Quit during the day but always friendly and good drinks.

Its going to be my first time there cant wait.

I love it here been coming here for 6 years

Best place in Richmond for a mixed crowd

Food is always great.

Very lovely atmosphere

Awesome

Nice place for a GT. We were here on a Tuesday when it was quite dead so hard to judge

For a night of drinks and friends it is perfect