Bar West is one of our favorite restaurants in Richmond! They have delicious salads, nachos, drinks, sandwiches, brunch, etc. The patio in the summer is a nice ambience, and they generally have great service. Our favorite drink is the strawberry vodka lemonade. read more

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Wings were delish! I got the lemon pepper dry rub. Hot and cooked perfect. Holiday ambiance was on point! Pretty! Service was excellent. Drinks/cocktails? Not impressed. Sent back two drinks. Bartender not the best. read more

Came to Bar West for the festive vibe for the holidays! Nicely decorated and fun, who knew Christmas bows could make such great decorations! Food was good... wasn't able to order an actual dinner meal at 3pm which was kinda eh, but the happy hour small bites were tasty (the crab dip was so good). Got a holiday drink, it was ok. Prices were good. Had to find street parking but got lucky. Waitress was attentive but things didn't always go smoothly, no fault of her own but more so the establishment (no dressing for salad, ordered dinner meals to then be told kitchen wasn't prepared for that). Having Santa walking around greeting customers was a nice plus. read more

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Love Bar West! The food is great, we've had brunch, lunch and dinner here! The atmosphere is warm and welcoming. We have always had impressive service and if you can get a table outside, you'll be happily pleased with the aesthetic. Sometimes there's music which adds a nice touch. read more

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I love Bar West! I have gone a few times over the last 6 months and have had a great experience each time. Most recently, my fiancé and I went for dinner and sat outside on the patio. It was bit chilly but we were close to the outdoor fireplace. Between that and the over head heaters we were perfectly comfortable despite chilly temperatures outside of the patio. I ordered the Shamrock Shake cocktail (with lucky charm marshmallows!) and it was perfectly delicious and nostalgic. It was on the sweeter side but one cocktail was just enough. The crab dip was also fabulous and we ordered fresh bread to go along side it. For our main dishes, I ordered the edamame crunch salad with salmon and my fiancé ordered the pretzel burger special. Both were fantastic. Bar West is definitely one of our go-to spots for great food, service, and ambiance. read more

Bar West - Shamrock Shake - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I've been a handful of times over the years and have had good experiences. I most recently visited for a girls brunch a couple of weekends ago. We made a reservation and were seated at a high top right across from the open kitchen. I appreciated this and made sure I sat as close to the kitchen for warmth as possible! I was surprised to see the space decorated for Valentine's Day, but it was a cute touch. I ordered a latte and added vanilla; it was pretty good. For my meal, I had the skillet bowl with rib eye. They seemed to forget the cheese but I had it loaded with queso so that helped. It was tasty and warmed up well. Service was a little slow but we had a lot to yap about so it was okay. Parking was easy out front, and my friends parked in their lot in the back. read more

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Met a friend on an evening overcast afternoon and we sat outside. This use to be cafe caturra which I really miss but seems like they have the tomato soup caturra use to have at least. The patio has fans and a fireplace which is helpful to keep away flies in the summer and a nice heat source in the winter. Service was quick, friendly and helpful. Terrence suggested the Trio option for the best value which I liked but the turkey bacon ranch was not as tasty as it sounded. Kind of on the bland no side. Really enjoyed the tomato soup and the salad was just okay. read more

Bar West - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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This was a great place for a happy hour after work! I was worried about finding parking, but there was plenty of street parking around. I arrived and was seated immediately. I asked what the rotating cider was on tap and it was a seasonal PUMPKIN Downeast Cider. It was so refreshing and not over the top pumpkin. I loved it. Thankfully I was able to try it before ordering the whole glass! We got the pimento cheese and fried mozzarella. Both were very fresh and yummy. I will say the fried mozzarella reminded me of cheese curds from Wisconsin. It was a nice twist on mozzarella sticks and it came with plenty to share. The staff was delightful and very helpful! They have good happy hour specials. They had great seating inside, outside, at the bar and close to the open garage doors. Great options! I will definitely be back with more friends! read more

Right away I was greeted by my server Terrence who had a perpetual smile and a very fluid motion to his step--not sure I've ever noticed that in a server--graceful w strength. At any rate, he was extremely friendly and kind, even bringing my dogs a water bowl unasked. I ordered a sparkling wine (happy hour) and some dog biscuits (there's a dog menu!) to start, and a gin cocktail with some PB Pup Cups for the dogs next. The covered patio has fans so it was easily 20 degrees cooler sitting there outside than walking my dogs on the sidewalk. The covered patio is very elegant compared to the typical umbrellas on tables on concrete elsewhere, and has a fireplace and a couple of tv's too, though I was happy music was being piped outside over the tv volume being unmuted. People visiting all seem to love dogs. 5 stars! We'll be regulars walking from Carytown I suspect. read more

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Wowza, I thought I had added my previous photos from before it was changed to Bar West, but because it looks amazing..I have to leave it attach. (it's the NY Strip, Broccoli, and Coco loco.) It was girl's night out and we decided to hit this place up when it had changed. Be prepared to park at a distance because there is limited parking in the back and you should be able to parallel park on Grove. I lucked out and somehow got a spot in the front of the restaurant. I had a couple of drinks at the bar while it was HH and I was waiting for the rest of my group to show up. It was us 5 ladies and got to sit in a very large booth area inside the restaurant. The server was fantastic. His recommendation was great and would totally get the same order the next time I am here. The group decided on splitting the nachos as the appetizer. The cheese pour pretty much sums up what we thought of this amazing dish and portion to share among all of us. As for the entree, I got the server's recommendation of their spicy fried chicken sandwich with pasta salad. OMG, no regerts. This sandwich....AMAZING. I haven't had a delicious fried chicken sandwich like this in a very long time. The pasta salad was a great side to have as well. Again, it was a great chicken sandwich and I would recommend it to anyone else who reads this review. haha. Enjoy! read more

Bar West - (Spicy) fried chicken with pasta salad - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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We have eaten here a few times and it is always good. There is some limited parking behind the place but lots of street options. They have a decent cocktail and beer offering. The four of us had a mix of entrees... mostly a mix of salmon and steak. All of which was good. They do have indoor and outdoor seating. Our service has always been good and the place gives off a positive feeling that makes you want to relax and talk with friends. read more

Bar West - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

First time and last time there. Took them 3 times to get me some plain avocado on toast. I was told they were short handed in the kitchen but the waitress didn't seem too concerned about ensuring our orders were correct because there were other problems. Wait staff doesn't seem to know the menu well and the kitchen doesn't seem to have much pride in their food products. And..... people who arrived after we did got their food before we did. It took quite awhile before the waitress even came by to take our orders. read more

Had such a good time last week! I got the pulled pork grilled cheese with a side of pasta salad and it was so good! The staff was lovely and it was certainly a happening place on a Friday night! I got an espresso martini which was also great. Prices were reasonable and overall a great experience! read more

Bar West - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Update yet again... NOPE. Bar West is a bar, full stop. Don't come for the food. We had hoped it would become a reliable neighborhood restaurant, but are sadly disappointed. The last two visits were terrible, and we won't be back. The atmosphere is fun, and the bar is quite busy on weekend nights. So if you want a good time drinking, this is your spot. Just don't expect to eat well. Most recently, we went for brunch, and had avocado toast that was served on bread that wasn't toasted. Say what? Egg dish was cold and unremarkable. We also stopped in for dinner after running errands, and again were disappointed. The steak au poivre was serve with a peppercorn sauce that was nothing more than Worcestershire dumped into a serving dish. The once-lovely chicken and dumplings tasted like canned chicken soup with a few peas and gnocchi thrown in for good measure. Bar West is a far cry from the delicious food served at Cocodrillo. Oh well... read more

Busy but quick service!! The waiter was super kind and very helpful with all the silly happy hour questions I was asking.

A fun setting and delightfully decorated. We enjoyed our experience. A little loud with a "bar"'feeling. The drinks and food were both good. We loved seeing Santa!! Our server was really good as well. read more

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Super delicious! Definitely slow slow service on a Saturday brunch, but I will definitely be returning. read more

Bar West - Breakfast sandwich - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Came here on a whim because I wanted a strawberry lemon drop. I ended up getting a draft strawberry lemonade (I think that's what it's called) and it was DELICIOUS. I downed the first one and ordered two more. Con here is that I wasn't even slightly tipsy after 3 drinks which is rare for me. Ordered the fried chicken sandwich from their all day menu since we arrived right before the end of lunch. It's a pretty large sandwich and I gotta say it's pretty tasty. The dill aioli is good and I'm not a person who likes pickles. Wish my fries were fresher but they were tasty. Overall, it was a good time. The staff was nice. The atmosphere is laid back. They've got TVs available for sports. I would come back here. read more

Bar West - Draft strawberry lemonade - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I have only ever been for brunch, and every time the food was great! Service is hit or miss (time-wise, not in terms of friendliness) but of course can be explained by busy hours. I love the outdoor options - both the front patio (weather permitting) and the covered back patio (dog friendly too!). Reasonably priced, good vibes, no real complaints! I love the mozzarella balls appetizers and the breakfast bowls! Their coffee and espresso martinis are excellent as well. read more

Checked out Bar West it's so cute inside! Got to sit at the bar and the service was amazing. I went for their happy hour which was a really good deal $6 for select cocktails that are decent. I didn't love their calamari it was on the sweeter side which isn't my favorite. I also got the fried chicken sandwich (spicy) and it was good! I'd definitely come here for their happy hour deals! read more

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I'm giving them a rare 5star on first visit This place is crowded and I can tell you why There food is great Good service Good bartenders This is the newer go to place on Grove I had the scallops with grits Highly recommend one of best I have had My wife's steak and frites was very good Only thing wrong with it was it wasn't the scallops and grits Had pimento cheese appetizer Very good Sweet pickles a nice touch Go here ! Only issue - only 2 single stall bathroom for whole place so long line read more

Bar West - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

A couple of us girls went for a wine down brunch and this place was poppin! I lovelovelove their brunch deal and the ambience. If I could hang here for hours, I would! Their drinks are pretty good but can be pricey but they do have specials so stop in and see if you they have something you like. The people there are definitely not the off the street type - most everyone here is dressed up casually and I see a lot of formal wear more towards the evenings. The parking can get competitive and the outdoor seating can too, especially on a nice day, but they can also open up the "wall" to get the open feel. 10/10 would recommend, especially when you're looking for somewhere a bit classy. read more

Bar West - Brunch date! - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I didn't expect to be so impressed with Bar West, but the food truly blew me away! We came in (a party of 2) on Black Friday around 7:30pm, and were seated immediately. I ordered the chicken and dumplings, and my partner got their salmon- both were mouth-watering and delicious. We stole bites off each other's plates all evening, and had no leftovers whatsoever! I would go back just for those dumplings, they were incredible! The restaurant itself is really cute as well, although pretty loud. The waitstaff were very nice, but seemed a little confused as to who should be doing what, and therefore neglected some of their tables. Other than that, it was a nice atmosphere and a great experience. read more

Bar West - Salmon (top), chicken and dumplings (bottom) - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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A fun barish atmosphere. The host/waiter seemed like he didn't want to be there and was very stoic and verbally apathetic. The food was good- FOR a BAR. Not alotof choice but again - if you are looking for a bar and bar food. It is good read more

3.5 Stars! This place has an incredible vibe. My boyfriend and I went to check it out on opening night. The aesthetic and interior design is so much fun! The open kitchen is a lovely touch too, especially with the wood fire on display for all. I loved the energy. Everyone was buzzing with joy. We had a few waitresses help us. They all had big smiles on their faces and were very attentive. My rating system is heavily based on the food. Where this place killed it with ambience, service, and presentation, I felt like there was room for improvement with the food. This being said, I'd still be open to going back and trying more! My biggest critique is adding less salt. Here is what we tried (note: we tried every taco on the menu) : Blue Corn Toastada: These chips were yummy! It's not often I find myself thinking, wow I love the color of my food right now. Our waitress was so kind and brought us a second basket for our queso. Unfortunately, the second basket was drowning in salt. Queso Blanco: It's cheese! Cheese is a beautiful thing. They did this well, VERY WELL. It was rich and creamy. I'd go back for this alone. Wood-Grilled Corn Tortillas (tacos served on this): I don't quite have the word to describe this, but it was soft and a delight to eat. It fell apart easily, but the wood grilled part made it magic and worth it. Brisket & Tomato: The brisket was salt. I wish it wasn't, but it was just filled with salt. The potato chips on top didn't do much for me either. I wasn't able to enjoy this one as much. Pork & Citrus The pickled cabbage was the zest this taco needed, but I found the pork to be a bit dry. Shrimp & Arbol Chile Salt..I would've liked this a little more if the shrimp wasn't as salty as it was. Potato & Poblano This was our favorite one. The potatoes were prepared just right. Crunchy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The combo of salsa verde, grilled corn, and manchego complimented the potatoes and poblanos. FCT: It kills me to say this taco fell flat for me because THE CHICKEN WAS INCREDIBLE. Buttery, crispy, flakey heaven. I would buy a dish of this chicken alone. This would've been my favorite taco if the sweet potato and white sauce had a bit more of a kick. Perhaps some citrus would've done the trick. This place had a very inclusive menu that highlighted what contained gluten, treenuts, peanuts, pork, shellfish, and what was vegetarian. I'm happy I tried it, even if my review does come off a little salty. read more

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Came here in between a wedding ceremony and the reception to watch some football and have a few drinks. The cocktails were really well made and the service was friendly. We had the nachos, which were very good and this place is super cute! I like the open kitchen, and it's also got a sports bar vibe because of the TVs. Loved it! read more

We were attending an art show next door and were able to make a same day reservation for a party for 7pm. I love the decor - from the murals on the wall to the crocodile above the fireplace. They also have a very small parking lot behind the restaurant - if that's full, you'll have to look for street parking nearby. My husband got a coconut lime drink which he LOVED. The mussels were also delicious and in my opinion, the star of the meal. I got the lobster enchiladas which were pretty good - kudos to them for lots of fresh lobster but weren't my favorite. Our table also got the arepas and tacos and said they were delicious. The churros were piping hot, sugary and delicious - perfectly paired with a very strong cappuccino. The menu is unique - I only knocked one star off because I wasn't thrilled with my food but I wouldn't let that deter you from going - it's a great new spot in Richmond! read more

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Our family visited Richmond & Yelped for a good steak. We settled on Bar West. The venue was attractive, especially the area for patrons with pets. Staff was Great! Hubby tried the Huli Huli wings. Tiny but tasty. Daughter had edamame salad with added salmon. Salmon was a smidge over cooked Peppa devoured her chicken breast. I had pork belly app. & Steak & Frites. Appetizer was tasty but 80% fat & waay too expensive. I've only had one steak worse than this one. Not close to the medium I asked for, & grisly-totally inedible. read more

The food and service were excellent. Nice outdoor front patio with great heaters and a nice fireplace. Our dog enjoyed it as much as we did.

Had high hopes for this place since it replaced a gem 'Cocodrilo'. Hate to say it but I won't be back. I'll give bullet points to save a whole ordeal: -Asked for medium well bacon cheeseburger but got medium with no bacon instead -Ordered pasta salad as a side but got cold fries instead (dry/bland pasta salad arrived after hunting our waiter down) -Asked for no tomato but had tomato. -Wait time to sit during a busy time was FAST but wait time to be seen by a waitress/waiter was like we were forgotten about -Etc. Overall, this place had a horrible first re-impression on me. I'd give zero stars if possible. I guess a positive is the waiter decided not to charge us for the bacon that didn't arrive read more

Bar West - Medium well bacon cheeseburger with pasta salad - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

As neighborhood "college" bars go, Bar West ranks at the top of the list. The menu is creative -- they actually have delicious breakfast options on weekends -- the food and prep are quality, and the staff is professional and welcoming. We usually make a weekly visit, and our favorite server, Meghan, makes sure everything is as we like it. I should also mention the craft cocktails... they're quite amazing, too. If you're looking for a casual night out, or just a pleasant cocktail experience, don't miss this joint! read more

This place is a hidden gem! Great drinks and wonderful food. It looks like they change the menu every so often, which I love!! I got the frozen drinks flight and all of the drinks were delicious. For appetizers they had clam strips. Yes clam strips in Richmond?!! Say no more. I grew up eating clam strips in New England area and to find something kind of similar in Richmond was a gold mine! They were so yummy with a kick to it. They actually had the full clam strip and not just diced meat into the breading which most places do. For my entree, I got the barbacoa tacos. You have a choice of flour or corn tortillas. I got the flour and you can tell they are definitely home made. It also comes with pickled cabbage and a corn mixture. It was all soooo good!! I wanted to get dessert but we were so full. I highly recommend eating here! read more

Bar West - Frozen flight - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Pros: the food was great. The crab dip was so good. The service was excellent, and the ambiance is great. We have been there before and enjoyed our experience each time. Cons: It is extremely loud when crowded. Makes a dinner date difficult as they don't have anything to help with the noise. Recently they switched to gender neutral bathrooms.... They have two small single bathrooms, so this doesn't work when the restaurant is crowded. The girls from the bar traveled to the rest room in packs, making it impossible to get in and out. The line wrapped around the bar at one point. Since I was there on a dinner date, this was a bit frustrating. Overall, we really enjoyed our experience and will be back. read more

After returning from almost a month in the Yucatan eating some of the most amazing food I've ever had, I experienced, as a self-described foodie, what I can only describe as a foodpression. Nothing was particularly appetizing to me and everything just felt unsatisfactory. My friend and I were long overdue for a hang sesh and decided to check Cocodrilo out. It was nothing short of spectacular and cured me of my food sads! From the chips and salsa to dessert, every bite was delectable. And the drinks!! So inspired! Usually my friend and I try to order different things but with both wanted those short ribs so bad we both ended up ordering the same thing. And when I tell you I was on the verge of licking my plate clean, I am not even exaggerating! I was convinced I'd be here every week but alas life happened. But fortunately, my bf and I were able to make it for their Dia De Los Muertos prix fixe celebration. A 3 course meal for $35 is a damn good deal these days and this did not disappoint. Again all of the dishes we tried were on point but that mole sauce was on another level. If you haven't checked this place out do yourself a favor and get yourself a table ASAP! read more

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First time visit will definitely be back. Great vibe with music playing, fireplace inside to lounge by, and outside on the patio they have plenty of heaters to keep you warm on a cool day. We were there during brunch and enjoyed our meals. If you like mimosas, they had a good deal on a bucket of mimosas as well. Several TVs around you can see sports, but definitely not a sports bar atmosphere. read more

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Seven of us dined at cocodrilo last Friday night. It was an incredible experience. Despite only being open for two weeks, the restaurant is firing on all cylinders. It's clear that the industry pros who hail from places like Shagbark, Lemaire and River Roll who own and run the place know what they're doing! First, parking is a breeze in the free lot behind the building which is in the old Cafe Catura space at Libbie and Paterson. You enter from Paterson via a large and inviting front porch that was packed with diners enjoying a warm, early Spring evening. The interior is bright and open, with tables that run down the center of the space flanked by an open kitchen on one side and a massive bar on the other. It's not huge, but plans are still in the works for an another covered patio on the back that will add 50 more seats. A stone fireplace at the front, flanked by comfy chairs and a sofa provides a lovely spot for a nosh and a drink. The vibe feels fancy, but hip. It's a place where you can get drunk on margaritas at the bar while chowing down on tacos or take a client out to impress them. Our group settled in at our high top table near the rear of the restaurant. It provided a perfect vantage point from which to take in the vibrancy of the space. We ordered cocktails from the specialty list. I had the Plovers Old Fashioned made with brown sugar and orange bitters. It hit the spot. My fiancé had the Coco Loco, a frozen concoction with rum, coconut and lime. It was visually stunning and equally delicious. I typically don't like sweet frozen drinks, but this was so well-balanced I almost ordered one for myself. The consistency was almost meringue-like, as if they took ice and whipped it. I will definitely enjoy that on their patio next time. We ordered the queso dip with chorizo for the table. It was rich and creamy, with spicy sausage nestled in the center. The blue corn chips that came with it made for a visually stunning presentation. We also shared the yellowfin tuna starter. Oh.my.goodness. Big chunks of raw tuna mixed with jicama, avocado and mango made for an explosion of flavor. A quenelle of a whipped coconut cream is the proverbial icing on the cake. The perfectly fried and seasoned plantains provided a welcome crunch. I ordered the NY Strip for my entree. Out came a massive, wood-grilled steak perfectly charred on the outside and spot-on med rare inside. It was seasoned within an inch of its life and came with a bright, herbaceous chimichurri and salsa macha. Fried parsnips and crumbled peanuts added texture. A small dish of crispy but pillowy yucca (I think) fries, rounded out the dish. I had plenty to take home for another meal. I enjoyed a couple of glasses of stags leap Cabernet, chosen from a small but thoughtful wine list. My boo and I shared the chocolate bar for dessert. The consistency was somewhere between a cake and brownie, but with a rich, intense flavor. It definitely satiated my chocolate craving. The service was notable, especially for a new restaurant. Not a single water glass sat empty the entire night, and every need and whim was attended to. Our server thoughtfully offered to split the checks because our party was a mix of singles and couples. I don't know exactly how much the total bill was, but my guess is that it was $80-$90 per person including tax and tip. Worth every penny and then some. This is going to be a welcome addition to the RVA food scene. -- eating dinner with great friends at co*co*dri*lo. read more

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My wife and I arrived at Barwest slightly before the reservation, and after waiting a A short while, were seated. . The time to get any type of service was slow, and the hostess decided to go get us some water. The waitress was nice and trying to accommodate us, but I believe the kitchen was backed up. After we decided to not go with the Prix Fixe, we ordered drinks and an appetizer. We both ordered the sandwich with the chop salad and pay a little extra for chop salad. My burger was not cooked to order. Those still juicy was overcooked. The salads weren't chopped they were regular salad. My wife ordered the chicken sandwich, which has not sat well with her since she started to eat half of it. The other half is now being thrown out . What we realized is this is just a bar with food not a restaurant that serves drinks. Really sorry to give unflattering review, but I can't point anything other than a friendly waitress and receptionist as positive for our visit. read more

Uhm...so this place was ok. It is very cute, with a massive bar and the patio out front has always been great no matter what restaurant was in this spot. I got here early for a work happy hour to grab our reserved table, and unfortunately was put off right away when I was told the happy hour was only at the bar. I said I would go over to the bar and order my drink there while I waited for everyone to show up, and they told me I would still not get the happy hour if I did that...so yeah, empty place and you are going to limit someone on a $2 off happy hour drink...not great. Other than that our service was fine, and we ordered several appetizers and drinks for about 8 people. The Paloma was great, and people liked their frozen margaritas. The food...other than the house made corn tortillas which were really really good, it was just ok, and expensive. We got the charred carrots, the shishitos & chorizo, salsa & queso, and the carnitas pork shank taco "platter." Sadly the chorizo in the appetizer was awful, like eating a block of salt, I had to spit it out. And we thought the "platter" of tacos would be already made, but no, they give you a pork shank and you have to make your own. Sadly the meat was not that great and it was very expensive for what you got. They did nicely give us two extra corn tortillas for the platter, which as I mentioned were the best part of the night. So yeah...a meh from me. I think you can do better in this price range. read more

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Delicious, this was a great spot with an amazing location. More of a sports bar. I was expecting it to be a bit cozier but still worth the trip. read more

Bar West - Minty pineapple coconut drink - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

To start off , they have a private parking lot in the back. The setting in here is a vibe. Lovely seating with staple pieces that draws your attention. They have a huge bar along with booths, dim lighting and soft background music. We started off with some cocktails. Great cocktails with a good amount of alcohol. I ordered the duck breast. I was a bit hesitant about it but my boyfriend and the waiter convinced me and I'm so glad I got it. It was AMAZING. Came with a nice creamy sauce. Not too spicy and some walnuts and salad on top. It was good. 10/10 My boyfriend got the NY strip with yucca fries on the side. That was also amazing. The fries were perfectly crisp. The NY strip was tender and juicy. 10/10 Service was also great. Everyone was welcoming and attentive. We went close to closing time and they still took their time and served us. Didn't rush us and took some good pictures of us after. Food came out pretty fast as well. 100% would recommend this place. read more

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