Mandy was phenomenal. Great service. Great drinks and atmosphere. Will definitely be returning read more

We didn't stay to eat. We walked in, there were minimal guests, saw three employees. Not one of them greeted us, or made ANY acknowledgement AT ALL. I'm sorry, but if you can't even look at us, I'm not giving you my business. (YES, all three of them saw us - kind of hard to miss with us standing in front of the host podium) read more

I used to frequent Casa Del Barco but haven't been in recent years. The location on the canal is super cute and convenient to many downtown locations. I was disappointed that the menu, which used to be very clearly labeled with gluten free items, had very few gluten free items marked. In fact, one item that was marked gluten free included fried shrimp and a flour tortilla (not gluten free) but the bean and rice bowl I ordered was gluten free but not labeled. This new menu presents very real safety concerns for people with allergies. We considered going elsewhere before ordering but the server on this trip was incredible, checking with the chef about gluten safe items which is how we identified the bowl was still safe for me. The food was good and the service was great but, if you have food allergies or intolerances, use caution. If you have Celiac, do not eat there. I shouldn't have risked it and got sick quickly. read more

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Bar happy hour was busy. The specials for food were a good price. The drinks had a good discount too. Bar server was very attentive. Dinner was good. The street tacos had too many consumer and barely any steak. The chips were fresh and salsa and n the sweeter side. Service was ok, we had to request water refills. Food came out quickly. read more

Casa del Barco - Steak tacos - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Excellent ambiance. Great food and margaritas. But the best was the service. We got top notch service from Alondra.

Good food and friendly service. I have to write 85 characters to submit. Almost there. Just a few more... Alondra was my server read more

Chris G was a great server. Food was plentiful and delicious! Drinks were flowing, and churros were awesome. Great look to the restaurant and fun music! read more

Casa del Barco - Only me by accident! - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

We visited for dinner on a Wednesday. The restaurant was pleasantly not busy, offering a very calm and enjoyable dining atmosphere. The staff was kind and attentive. I appreciated that our food came out quickly. They use good ingredients across the board. The atmosphere is enhanced by nice decor that makes the whole experience feel welcoming and vibrant. I'm a big sweets person so I always tend to get dessert. The Mexican churros are incredibly rich, but they pair absolutely perfectly with the dulce de leche gelato. The only real logistical caveat is the parking. You must use a local lot, and the price is a fixed rate of $12.50 for 12 hours, with no lower hourly option available. It's something to factor into your visit. read more

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The location on the canal is beautiful and the inside of the restaurant is fun with the tequila bottles used as decor all over the place and the lighting of the bottles on the walls and hanging over head. The food and the service were both meh...Tacos were extremely small and the meat in the burritos was overcooked to the point that it was crunchy. We were a large party and our food not only took a VERY long time, but it then came out at different times creating that awkward sit-there- with-your-food-in-front-of-you-until-others-around-you-get-their-food. Server attentiveness was nothing exceptional as we had to ask for drink refills and get missing ordered items. Nice atmosphere, but probably wouldn't go back again. read more

I got the beans and rice bowl with chicken. There was a very large portion of chicken. Also got the chips and salsa for $5. I got the blackberry basil drink with vodka instead of tequila. It was tasty. They were very accommodating for a large group of about ten people. read more

Casa del Barco - Beans and Casa Rice & Bean Bowl - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Great service from Alondra! The food was really yummy. Great feel to the restaurant as well, nice background music and decor

The worst guac I have ever had - no flavor with big chunks of avocado and most importantly a VERY SMALL PORTION for the price And the margarita had no taste and was very small - we were going to have dinner but after those items - we got the check and left Don't waste your money here read more

We traveled to Casa Del Barco for my best friend's birthday weekend, and it was just what we had hoped for in a party. Our favorite? Of course, margaritas and Mexican food. And this location fulfilled both! On a beautiful day, we sat outside by the river, and it truly seemed like a little vacation. Our server was fantastic, friendly, attentive, and made sure we had a nice time. I wish I could remember his name. The cuisine? Excellent. Delicious margaritas. It was the ideal place to unwind, have fun, and celebrate friendship for another year. Casa Del Barco is the place to go if you're in Richmond and want good food with a view and a vibe. read more

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A T M O S P H E R E The decor in here literally screams fiesta! From the ambiance the lighting creates, to the entire vibe the layout brings - you won't be disappointed. S E R V I C E The waitresses/bartenders are so friendly and helpful. If you don't know what to get, they are ready to ask you what you like and then list recommendations. F O O D I had the BAHA Tacos on my most recent visit and it was the perfect amount! I literally forgot to take a picture because I inhaled them. So I took a picture of my friend's waffles instead (which looked amazing as well)! read more

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Great food and service! Happy hour was great and food was delicious. Will definitely be back. read more

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Great food! The staff was pleasant and courteous. The facility was clean and the ambiance is awesome! I've never had better chips or dip in all my years. Would have given 5 stars if it was not for the wait. I went there with my wife during a slow time of day and still waited an hour for my food. The food was so great though, I was not upset about the wait at all. Will definitely go back with friends! read more

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Great service by Alexis. Fun drinks and good food! Delicious margaritas! Great atmosphere by the canals!

I'd say this is your typical touristy mexican place. Overpriced weaker drinks but they are delicious!! Food is overpriced too and seemed pretty limited. It's worth a visit as it is very pretty and they have a great tequila selection. Try it, just don't count on much! read more

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I come to Casa Del Barco for the vibes. It's right on the canal so there are stunning outdoor seating options as well as plenty of great seating indoors with really nice natural lighting. Service is pretty quick here and there are a lot of food options. Every time I've been here, the food I've ordered is fine. I will say I've enjoyed their guacamole fresco! On my last visit, I got the baja fish burrito and found myself wishing there was a bit more seasoning and flavor. I would be curious to return to see what their drinks are like, especially during happy hour. read more

Casa del Barco - Baja Fish Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Parking was a bit of a pain, but we were looking forward to trying this place. It was pretty empty, and we sat out on the patio, which was actually really pleasant. Our initial server was great, but things went downhill from there. About an hour before closing, we decided we wanted to order food (just appetizers), and a different waitress told us the kitchen was closed. We stayed, finished our drinks, and I later saw other tables ordering--so clearly, that wasn't true. The margaritas were also a letdown. Expensive and underwhelming--I ordered a frozen strawberry margarita and got a regular lime one with only layer of strawberry. Not what I expected, and definitely not worth the price. Between the misinformation, bad drinks, and the fact that it was nearly empty with no reason to rush us out, the whole experience just left a bad taste. Don't think I'll be back. read more

Alondra served our table of 5 archivists and did a fantastic job!! She's awesome! The food was great too.

Great service. Alexis was very nice about our demanding table of ladies. Absolutely made our cinco de mayo!

We chose this place for the space. We came in with a 20+ group on a Saturday night. The staff were very attentive. We were also ordering drinks which were delicious! Everything came out fast and accurate. Would definitely recommend! read more

Casa del Barco - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

The nachos were really great. Service was amazing. Gabriel is a fantastic bartender and has clearly mastered the craft of curating cocktails. Would highly recommend the place and this is coming from a guy that hardly ever rights reviews. The Ambiance was lively but not over crowded. Plenty of space in the bar and restaurant to move around and dance as one pleases. read more

Casa del Barco - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Alondra was awesome!Fast and great service. Food was good as always. 10/10 recommend.

Thank you Alexis! Great service! Great food and great time. Recommend and will come back

Ambience is fun- drinks and food is great. DO NOT go here unless you have a long time to spend. 2 of us went on a Monday night at 5:30. We were seated right away with only three other parties in the restaurant and it took them 20 minutes to come take a drink order. And they still didn't bring us menu . Ordered appetizers for dinner with one drink and chips and salsa. My friends two tacos came out immediately the rest of our order probably 10 to 15 minutes later. We never got our chips and salsa. Then....We are generally not impatient, but we have to wait 30 minutes to get dessert to g0 and I had already paid the bill. I don't know if they were short on white stuff or what, but it was not crowded when we were there. But unfortunately, by the time we left, it was getting crowded. Please start trying to have quicker service. read more

Great place to stop in for a happy hour. Their blood orange margaritas are fantastic and you can't beat their nachos! Bartenders and wait staff are always friendly and personable. I wish happy hour was included in the entire restaurant and patio but you have to sit at bar, which can be less appealing especially if you have several people in your party. They do have some high-tops nearby the bar, but due to the structure of the building the tables have a huge column in the middle and can make it difficult to have a conversation with other members of your party. Other than that the restaurant has a very hip, urban vibe in a historic building. The patio sit along side canal walk and is dog-friendly. read more

Casa del Barco - A Yassss Queen and a Blood Orange Margarita. - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Chris G was an amazing server, we had a large party and his customer service was exceptional! Food was also super tasty!!! We got chips and salsa for the table , and I got the shrimp tacos! Would definitely recommend 10/10 read more

Casa del Barco - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I came here for lunch with a work group. The interior was large and they were able to seat an 8 top with only a short wait, no reservation. The food is tex mex, I thought it was tasty and fresh. It was a good value based on quality to price ratio. I appreciated their fast service for a large work group that just needed to eat and move on with our day, would come again. read more

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A friend and I were doing the canal walk and decided to stop here for a bite to eat. We waited at the entrance for several minutes while a number of people walked by and told us, "Someone will be with you soon." We were eventually seated in a mostly empty restaurant, and it took a while for our server to come to our table. I opted for the avocado Caesar salad with chicken, and my friend got the casa rice and bean bowl with mushrooms. She said she really enjoyed her meal, but I found my salad to be lacking in flavor (even with a chipotle Caesar dressing), room temperature, and with pretty fatty pieces of chicken. All in all, it was an average meal, typical of what you'd find in a touristy spot, and I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here again. read more

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I went with my husband and friends on Valentine's night, I ordered quasidillas with Shrimp. I only got one shrimp. Will not go again.

This was my first time here and it did not disappoint. Between the drinks and the food and the view of the water this was such a nice place.Our waitress Jade was so lovely and welcoming. read more

Love love love this restaurant for happy hour & dinner. Service is knowledgeable, patient and always nice. And the food is sooo amazing. I haven't had a bad thing here The place is very clean and neat, nicely clean. read more

My husband and I were in RVA and had a taste for Mexican food. The establishment is in a scenic location and is aesthetically pleasing. We found the staff to be friendly, attentive, and relatable. We had the pleasure and honor of being served by Mandy, who not only gave us great recommendations based on her menu and bar knowledge but also kept us engaged in pleasant conversation throughout our visit. The Esquites are SO good. They're fresh and made with all the ingredients you expect, not sacrificing traditional Mexican recipes like many other places. I also enjoyed the Albóndigas and the Mexican Caesar. That dressing still visits me in my dreams. Absolutely delicious, my goodness!!!!!! The bar program is solid and impressive. I started with a faux-Jito, then followed up with a Watermelon margarita. Refreshing on a sweltering, hot-as-hell day. They also value their guests, keeping signed tequila bottles on display. We'll have to try that next time. The only reason I give CDB 4/5 stars is that the food could be seasoned more, mainly because of its ethnic cuisine. You expect maximum flavor, so I'll be looking forward to that change. NBD. We'll visit again soon, and we recommend you do as well. read more

Omar made sure our lunch experience and fun, smooth and quick! Food as always was delicious! read more

Casa del Barco - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Great service, cool ambiance and music, awesome food! Our waitress Alondra was energetic and attentive. Highly recommended. read more

Casa del Barco - 3 Amigos, blackberry margarita - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

The environment felt welcoming as soon as we walked in the door with the personalized bottles as a nice decoration. However, the ambiance wasn't enough to get over the poor experience with our food. We waited over 50 minutes for just the food and even asked the server about the time. He told us the kitchen was swamped with orders which was ironic since people who came it a while after we placed our orders were able to get their entrees with no issues. After talking to the manager, we finally got our food. The manager was very apologetic and understanding which I appreciated. We got the birria tacos and fish tacos. The food was bland and could have used salt at minimum. I was optimistic about trying the restaurant, but sadly, I did not have a great experience. The best part of the meal was the chips and salsa. read more

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I went to Casa del Barco on a Saturday around 1:30pm after walking along the canal walk. We had a 20 minute wait, and were seated in the main dining room. It was an additional 10 minutes before our server came to greet us, even though the restaurant was almost empty. We ordered and the food came out at a reasonable time, however the server did not check on us, and we couldn't flag anyone down for refills until it was time to pay. Luckily, the food was delicious, and everything came out as ordered! I ordered the burrito which was more than enough food for lunch after a long walk. The inside of the restaurant was very unique, with signed empty liquor bottles lining the ceiling and walls! It looked like a fun place to hang out with friends at the bar! Would like to try this place again when hopefully they are not understaffed, assuming that may have been the issue on this day. read more

Let it be known I am changing my review from 1 to 3 stars out of courtesy to the owners and their kindness. I had numerous individuals reach out to me to make things right. However, it does not diminish or invalidate what happened when we last ate here. Leadership does appear to have taken our concerns and lack luster experience seriously. All in all, I am pleased with the response I have received to apologize for our previous visit. Hats off to the owners, but I am unsure when, if ever, we will return for another meal. read more

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