We went to Bolos for a little Sunday Funday, hoping for the full rooftop experience. Unfortunately, the rooftop wasn't open that day, but the vibes were definitely still there! We ordered a seafood platter, a couple of lemon-drop shots, and a bottle of champagne--and baby, a time was had! The food, service, and energy were unmatched. We left full, lit, and already planning our next visit. Bolos, we'll definitely be back! read more

Bolo's Eatery - Brewpubs Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

What a horrible experience. It was very unfortunate. My friends live in the area and were raving about this place. However, we were all disappointed. As soon as we walked in we thought it was going to be a great experience. We were greeted by the friendly hostess. Then our waiter came over and took our orders. There were 6 of us. 2 of our friends were already seated 15 min prior to our arrival and ordered their food and drinks. However, by the time we ordered our items they still were waiting on theirs. We ordered drinks and simple meals such as chicken tenders and fries. We waited 45 min for our drinks and an hour for our food. Then when we received the food it came out in carry out containers and was cold. We told the manager and she finally brought out our hot food. The chicken tenders were well seasoned but because of the wait we did not enjoy our food. The drinks were weak and we tasted absolutely no alcohol. We asked for the manager and waited for her for 20 min. She never came to the table and the waiter ended up removing the food from our bill and just charged us for the drinks. The ambiance was decent. It was a large space but relatively empty. They had loud music coming from the roof top. We saw a huge roach coming out of the door of the restaurant as well. Unfortunately, I won't return. I hope that they will improve on their service substantially. read more

Had a pretty unfortunate visit to Bolos and Brainstorm Brewery. I brought a few friends to take a look at what has happened since Dogtown shut down. The plan was to enjoy some apps and drinks on the rooftop. We were told it was $5 to go upstairs, strange but we already showed up. Once we walk in we find out the elevator is broken, so 6 flights of stairs later we are stopped again. The upstairs host tell us the roof top is $10, so obviously there is a disconnect or they were just trying to make more money from people. Good news the elevators were fixed from the time it took us to walk upstairs. We did stay for a few appetizers and beers. The beer was great and so was the food. Service was mediocre and I have a feeling this will be another place that missed the mark and won't be able to last. The building, location and concept have so much potential but if Ownership and Management can't execute their mission with the staff, this place will fail within another year. read more

Bolo's Eatery - Brewpubs Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I'd say overall experience not positive enough for me to return. Might as well close the kitchen and just push the events on the rooftop. The restaurant was empty and the service was still slow. Ordered onion rings and had an undercooked portion. My party also ordered a crab cake sandwich and it was not fully cooked in the middle. The chef came out to address the food and he was dressed in sweats and white tee. Had locs with no hat or hair net to protect his hair. Had on food safety gloves but was rubbing his bare arms. So defeats the purpose of the gloves. Don't get me wrong he was really nice and understanding but I'm sure chef Lindsay if still the owner must not be as involved with this establishment anymore. The fish sandwich was decent and the Mac n cheese left a lot to be desired. Too much cheese with not real binding for a good bake. Beautiful restaurant but unfortunately that's just a facade. read more

Bolo's Eatery - Undercooked onion ring - Brewpubs Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Went one day and always come back. I enjoy this place so much. The fact that it's black owned and they shuck oysters right in front of you, love their happy hour deals. The fact that they make their own cider makes it even better that they have a rooftop. read more

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They did a great job making the former Dogtown Brewery their own. It is bright, inviting, and spacious. The staff is welcoming and pleasant. They did not seem overwhelmed and it was not too busy as it was a soft opening. The Oysters Blackwell was cooked perfectly. The seasoned collards add flavor to the already well meshed oysters and Parmesan. The oysters are were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be back as I wanted more. The Mac and cheese was good as well. read more

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So I went to Bolo's Eatery for their soft opening event today. They smartly put a disclaimer on their website about the staff all being new and getting used to the processes and such, which I greatly appreciated. This new restaurant happens to be right around the corner from my school, so I was excited to check it out. From the moment I walked in the door, the vibe was pleasant. The ambiance is upscale meets working class. It is a very clean open restaurant that offers a variety of seating from booths to tables to the bar. My service was on point and so were the oysters. I had another place to visit after, so I just stuck to oysters. I had a half dozen of the flame broiled oysters which were made with herb butter, lemon, and Parmesan. They were quite tasty, but maybe just a tad too salty. They would be great with a beer though. Speaking of which, they don't quite yet have the draft beers yet, but it's a soft opening, so I understand. Hopefully, I can try them on my next visit. I also had a half dozen raw oysters, and they were able to give me 3 and 3 of the two types of oysters they had available. The raw oysters come with an Alabama white sauce, hot sauce, and fried saltines. I really enjoyed the oysters. It was my first time having them with white sauce. That was a nice new experience. I would love if they had some type of seasonal mignonette to go with the oysters or some horse radish. But either way, they were good. The menu said that their happy hour specials will start next week from 3-6pm. It will include $1 oysters , $5 well drinks, wines, and select drafts, and $5 fries. I will be back for sure! read more

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OMG!!! Fabulous experience with happy hour. I'm not sure whether to start with the oyster review or the beer or the service!!! All were an A+!! Our daughter has been trying to get us to switch up our Friday evening routine, so we ventured out to Bolo's on hull street. The place is very nicely refurbished and the vibe was welcoming. They were setting up for karaoke as we left and the place was filling up. We had oysters, truffle fries and hush puppies. Next time I'd like to try the shrimp and grits or fish and chips. The beer selection was eclectic and we tried a flight before settling on our choices. I will definitely be back! read more

Bolo's Eatery - Finished the full platter! They were great! - Brewpubs Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Went and tried this place being that it was going viral on TikTok and it disappointed the whole group. I love the setting and how open it is and the games section upstairs. The big open bar and booths. However the only thing we liked were the drinks, the oysters, and wings. The food took an hour to come out and no one was in there. My order was just ok the Mac and cheese had no flavor and the po-boy was very small compared to ones I've had. Overall, I'll give the place a 5/10 but the food could definitely be better. read more

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Food, service and vibe was everything! Went on a Sunday afternoon for the first time. Really enjoyed and can't wait to come back and try some other menu options. read more

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We had mixed feelings about this restaurant. We thought some dishes were very good and some dishes were extremely lacking. I thought the beer was pretty good. I love the atmosphere. The fried chicken was very good but why are they charging two dollars much dollars more to get mac & cheese with it? some dishes were just out of reach for just a quick night out. A lot of the dishes were over $25. There is a happy hour, but it is limited. we are looking forward to coming back when the rooftop is open and they're gonna have music. read more

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Very nice and clean. Nice size bar. I was surprised they didn't have a lunch menu. The service was great everyone was friendly but the crab cakes had so many shells my partner couldn't eat it. The manager was very nice and fixed the issue. My shrimp po boy was decent. I would go back and try again. read more

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The atmosphere was great, but unfortunately the service was absolutely horrible. We waited about 20 minutes before anyone greeted us or even took our drink order. After that, we waited another hour for our food. There appeared to be only two servers working, and one young lady was running around trying to take care of multiple tables by herself. She was clearly doing the best she could. What was most disappointing was the management. A manager walked past our table at least six times without ever checking on us or even acknowledging us. Meanwhile, the older Caucasian couple seated in front of us was greeted promptly, received their food almost immediately despite arriving about an hour after we did, and finished their meal and left roughly 45 minutes before us. Throughout our visit, I watched what appeared to be managers and possibly owners socializing with friends, drinking, and focusing more on the bar than on helping their staff or checking on guests. At one point, another manager even came out to ask if someone from management could help behind the bar. The lack of professionalism was very noticeable. As for the food, it was disappointing as well. The fish was under-seasoned and lacked flavor. The potato salad tasted like it was mostly mayonnaise with very little else, and the coleslaw was also overwhelmingly mayonnaise-heavy. This place has a lot of potential because the atmosphere is inviting, but the service, management, and food quality need significant improvement before I would consider returning. read more

Food is not bad but the service is abysmal. Typically a 15-20 minute wait for drinks after you order them, often with some drink orders being forgotten. Food itself sometimes takes up to an hour for it to be served. This is all when the place is at a quarter capacity too. Really a shame because the food is pretty decent. read more

Came I. For happy hour and got me some $1 oysters and their special sauce was to die for. The fries were disappointing as they came soggy and mushy. We were also super disappointed because they ran out of waffle mix so we couldn't get that. we ended up getting the tenders and the wedge salad which was yummy. And those were probably some of the best tenders I've ever had but it was sad they didn't have the waffle. The wedge salad could have used some thing additional on it other than tomato's croutons and pickled onion but it was still good. One thing we did noticed when we walked in is the surplus of dirty tables everywhere. It was extremely odd. It also seemed like our waitress was not completely aware of when we were trying to get her attention but it did also seem like she was working the entire restaurant and bar on her own which also seems crazy. The chicken tender madeit all worth it though. read more

Bolo's Eatery - Brewpubs Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Hush puppies hit the spot for the app, sweet n savory with the honey butter. Attentive and prompt service with a smile. In here with the fam for a sibling birthday for brunch, no big crowd so we were able to sit quickly even before our entire party showed. Everything was nicely lit for brunch. Ordered the pan seared cod for me and the fam got chicken n waffles, wedge salad, fish sandwich and truffle fries with chicken tenders. Everyone liked the food . Thank you Bolo's for a good time. That pan seared cod was a delight read more

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I was completed disappointed being my first time here since they opened. Myself and the table next to me both were equally disappointed. We ordered the big Mike burger... needless to say it came out raw. However the manager was very apologetic with getting another one made. I also ordered the fried chicken and Mac and cheese. The chicken looked and tasted undercooked. It still had a tint of pink after the blood had drained and was very chewy. The Mac and cheese had no flavor just drenched in cheese. This was a Friday night and not busy at all. Needless to say, we will not be back. All that fuss for nothing. read more

Great energetic atmosphere. House-brewed beer. Hand breaded chicken that comes out too hot to eat. Fries were excellent and something special. Hush puppies were above average. Service was attentive. I'd definitely return. read more

Bolo's Eatery - Chicken tenders and fries. Handbreaded and huge. - Brewpubs Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Love this new gem in Manchester on outside of Richmond. Granted offering Oysters, Fried Chicken and Fresh Beer made on site is going to attract me. But it is as good as it sounds. read more

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this is my second time going there getting the shrimp and grits and by far the service is always perfect and the food is always perfect. This place needs to get more business. It is in the heart of the city down by croaker spot, but we need to blow this place up hull street has so much potential. read more

I'm very disappointed in the service on a slow Saturday.. set at the bar for an hour and got served one beer an hush puppies with no flat ware. Never came back to check on... will not be back read more

I ordered the steak frites. The steak is a 8oz steak but it was cooked to perfection. no notes

I went to Bolo's tonight for happy hour, and honestly I can say I'm extremely disappointed in the food. I am a huge fan of Buttermilk and Honey so I came in with high expectations. I ordered the Rosso wine, a dozen raw oysters, bacon cheese fries, and brussels sprouts. The oysters were the only good thing out of my order because they were clean. I believe the hot sauce was as house made and it wasn't spicy at all. The fries had no seasoning at all and the cheese was hardened by the time it came out to me. The brussels sprouts were light and airy but burnt to a crisp. The sauce drizzled over top did not have any flavor as well. This restaurant is fairly new so I am hoping they just tweak the food. My server was Samantha and she was nothing short of amazing. read more

Bolo's Eatery - Thanksgiving Catering Menu - Brewpubs Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

We got the $1 oysters and truffle fries on happy hour, which actually goes until 7pm despite what I was seeing online! Their hot sauce was also really good. This would be a great spot for larger parties read more

Bolo's Eatery - Oysters - Brewpubs Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

My friends and I were looking forward to having a great night out. My friend and I arrived early for our party of six. We ordered two nonalcoholic drinks and an order of hush puppies. The sodas came out quickly, but the hush puppies took 25 minutes to come to the table. When our four friends arrived, they ordered alcoholic drinks that took 40 minutes to come from the bar. Once we complained about our drinks that is when the waiter checked on them and we were finally able to receive them. When the hush puppies came to the table, we ordered our meals. It took an hour and 20 minutes for our food to arrive at the table. We received half the order and two of our friends were waiting for their meal an additional 25 minutes. Once they received their food, the food was either cold or incorrect. After speaking with the manager, she said that the food would be remade and come out quickly, which took another 20 minutes. What should have been an hour and 20 minute dining experience turned into a three hour and 30 minute dining experience, which was literally the worst I have ever had in my life. read more

So i referred here by a friend and i was actually impressed with the establishment it had great vibe. I initially was just hungry so i ordered a pick up order but after sitting at the bar with one of the bar tenders she was so nice and friendly we had a great conversation and so i will definitely be returning to sit down and enjoy the building theres pool tables on the second floor and even a roof top so i have to go back to check those out.. i ordered the shrimp and grits which were pretty good and a shrimp poboy sandwhich and fries which was tasty as well but i will be coming back to eat a hot plate definitely recommend read more

Wow Wow Wow Been looking for a nice happy hour spot for oysters a friend in my Facebook group recommended this restaurant $1 raw oysters Monday through Friday I told hubby he said let's go it's only 10 mins from downtown all the locals know the area but if you are coming from out of town the restaurant is right on Hull street they even had parking in the back which is an added plus! We went on a Tuesday afternoon right as happy hour was starting! Only a few patrons there but we were seated quickly! Sam came over and greeted us she was super professional, warm, and very knowledgeable! I loved her energy she recommended drinks and we ordered right away! Everything was great the chef comes out the kitchen to shuck the oysters right at the bar! The restaurant was clean I can imagine how it is when it is packed! We finished our meals and I asked about the game room unfortunately She told us some people were up there throwing the pool balls around so we could not go up to that wing! But we will definitely be back 100% read more

We had a large group and they were so awesome accommodating us. The food was absolutely amazing! I want to go back already for that smash burger and cocktails! The staff were all kind and very helpful when making recommendations. The rooftop bar is spacious and had an amazing view of the city. This has become a new favorite and will be coming back again and again. read more

The food is good. Menu has great offerings but the wait time is ridiculous. Orders are not prepared as requested. After a 25 minute wait my food was not hot. I got a takeout order. When I got home, a 2 minute ride from the restaurant my fries were cold. I ordered a Big Mike burger and asked for sauce on the side. It was not. I also got a second order of cheese fries (extra) were cold and a double smash burger with cooked onions. They used uncooked onions. It was very disappointing about the service. It needs to get better. read more

Great place to vibe with friends and family We had a great time def going back asap Just didn't understand the ticket cause we didn't have to scan it read more

Excellent menu. Attentive wait staff! I had the fish and chips and it was delicious. Others in my group had oysters and the triple decker burger. Yum! read more

I was looking forward to going to this restaurant especially for the fried chicken. A gf took me as a gift for my birthday. We were greeted in a friendly, professional manner. We have our order and the meals came out in about 30 minutes. As soon as I saw the chicken, I knew I could not eat it and told the server. It looked old and very unappetizing. I ordered a smash burger. I ate half of it. I can't remember ever sending food back. My gf was not pleased with her small oysters and shrimp. The server could not have been nicer. I thank her for comping the meal. I have never had a meal comped. Again the service was outstanding and the ambiance was good. Hopefully we were at this restaurant on a bad day. read more