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Casa del Barco

3.7 (559 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 1 month ago

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Drina R.

This was my first time visiting Casa del Barco at Short Pump. The service was great, but the food just wasn't my cup of tea. I ordered the carne asada, and it was prepared quite differently from any version I've had before. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't great either--just okay. I probably wouldn't return, but that's based solely on my personal taste and not the quality of the service.

Chicken Fajita
Keerthi D.

Casa del Barco is a chain Mexican restaurant and this location is in Richmond, near the Short Pump mall. There's plenty of free parking in the lot in front of the restaurant and near the mall as well. This location has 2 floors with high top tables, tables indoors, and patio seating. We went on mother's day and were seated immediately upstairs. Something about the restaurant is that the kitchen is downstairs so if you're upstairs, service is a bit slower. I wouldn't recommend sitting upstairs if you're with a large group. Additionally, our server upstairs was a little forgetful even though the restaurant was pretty empty. We asked for utensils, extra plates, and napkins 3x after our food already came to our table, extra chips a few times, and soda refills 2x as well before she remembered to do it since she wasn't writing things down. However, the food definitely made up for the service. Something to note is that chips and salsa do not come complimentary here, but are $4 with unlimited refills. The salsa was delicious and the perfect amount of spicy, would definitely recommend. The esquites were crunchy, smoky, and flavorful. The tinga taco chicken was seasoned and cooked well, the fillings (salsa/salad/sauce) paired well with the chicken, and the size of the tortillas were perfect. The fajitas were also seasoned nicely and warm. Additionally, the tres leches had coconut and strawberries, which was unique, but the cake overall was moist and a good portion. I'd recommend coming here if you want good portioned Mexican food for a reasonable price. I've been to the other location near Canal Walk and remember the food being delicious then too.

Zach G.

Are here for the first time yesterday, the food was good for the most part although the seasoning wasn't quite spot on. Unfortunately, the margarita flight used that lower quality, lime juice, or at the very least it wasn't properly done that being said the ambience was good. The service was good and the guac and queso were phenomenal.

Birria de Res Tacos
LeAn H.

Girls night out at these delicious spot in Short Pump mall. Plenty of parking at the mall, diff brat the dinner rush. Sat at the bar until one of my girls showed up and we got to enjoy a HH drink. Then when the final guest party showed up we got to grab a seat pretty instantly. It was a great fun time and our server was great. I decided on their Birria de Res Tacos. (corn tortillas, braised brisket, jack cheese, pickled red onion, cilantro, beef consommé. Served with a side of Mexican rice and beans.) it was delicious and hit that craving on the head for me! Haha. Then for a dessert we all decided to split the Tres leches cake cause...we love our sweet tooth. Very soft and big enough to split between the 3 of us. Pretty good spot for drinks and tacos.

Lychee Love Spell
Melanie C.

I can't speak to the food as we just stopped in for one quick drink before dinner reservations, but our bartender was amazing. She was holding down that bar and running circles around the other three "bartenders" there. She was incredibly kind and truly doing twice if not 3 times the work of the other two girls and one guy. The drink special was also phenomenal. The restaurant itself is also beautiful, great lighting and ambiance.

Carne Asada Burrito
Ray C.

The restaurant is located at the Short Pump Mall. It's very easy to access and is located near Macy's. It's clean and has lots of seating. The staff was friendly and attentive. There were 4 of us and we had the Quesadilla, Birria Tacos, The Carme Asada burrito and the carne asada bowl. All of the food was good. If you like spice this place has a kick. Overall everyone enjoyed the food and stated they would come back again.

Baja Fish Tacos

Fish Tacos: breading was incredibly light with a little bit of sweetness that complimented the soft fish, jalapeno cream was flavorful and not too spicy Salsa and chips: loved that the chips came warm, salsa fresca had a great kick Service: 10/10, came to check on us a few times and gave us a refill on our coke without having to ask

Nicki B.

I stopped by this spot with friends because we were hungry and the place looked interesting. The décor immediately stood out -- especially the entryway and bar area, with its ceiling lined with tequila bottles that's truly a sight to see. The staff was incredibly friendly, and the food was decent. The location is convenient, right in the middle of a shopping area. I wasn't very hungry so I didn't eat much, but I enjoyed what I ordered. The Barco Margarita was excellent. This is definitely a place I'd return to while shopping at Short Pump.

Troy B.

We stopped in on a mid afternoon at the Short Pump location. We got two appetizers and some drinks. This is located as a stand alone store at the mall so parking is very easy. The restaurant has an upper and lower level. We were upstairs. Our service was good and everything we ate and drink were quite good. We did not have any of the entrees so I dont know about that... but a nice place to take a break from walking the mall especially on 100F degree days!

Jalapeno Margarita
Beth K.

Delicious and spacious restaurant!! James was our server and he was fantastic!! The best part of the meal was the queso, YUM! The queso was incredible. I got the mushroom taco, which had a lot of cheese, you can't actually taste the mushrooms. I got the shrimp taco as well, which was better. The Jalapeno Margarita was 10/10!

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Great restaurant. I love coming here. Ask for Tara, she is amazing. The food, the drinks - all great.

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Felipe is such a great server and the food is amazing. Highly recommend the tres leches

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3 days ago

Great food as always and great service by Patrick tonight! Definitely recommend both locations

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25 days ago

The cocktails and food were fantastic! Aries did a great job serving us, we'll be back!

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Our server, Aries, was awesome! Food was great and portions were amazing. Would come again.

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Food was great, service was excellent. The fajitas we're wonderful.Nellie was a great server.

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Siracha our server was phenomenal. The food was fantastic as always! We would definitely recommend!!

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The nachos and guacamole were really good as was the lime mojito. I went with a group for lunch and the service was perfect.

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Ask the Community - Casa del Barco

How is parking?

Ample parking in the lot.

Are dogs allowed at the patio at this location?

Hi, Emily, Dogs are allowed on our parking lot level dining patio, which is on the same level as our front door. Since dogs are not allowed in the mall common areas, you will… 

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