My family and I have been customers since 1995. On the night of November 29, 2025, we had a very unique entertainment experience at RoT. A group named "Blues Flash" performance was excellent. It reminded me of the entertainment found on Beale Street, Memphis, Tennessee in May 1989. Check out this local gem; always something happening to make life more joyful. tj rva read more

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Come on this is a great live music venue. Super Friendly. The vibe and the music is top shelf and so was the whiskey.

I came in for Lunch and ordered the Dublin burger and it was cooked as requested Medium and tasted very good. They do have Mustard but you have to ask for it, and it is yellow mustard. I would return again. read more

We had a good time on our first visit to Rare Olde Times. It had true pub vibes, a rarity. Food was good, beers were poured well. There is a kids menu too, so for our three little ones that was a good surprise. The reason I knocked one star off is that the service was inconsistent though it wasn't very busy when we got there early on a saturday evening (we showed up before 5). It was my husband's birthday so we decided to get dessert too. Our server described a milky way cake they had (like a milky way bar but in a cake) and we ordered a slice to share with the table but fifteen minutes later desserts finally came out and it was a cup with angel food cake, whipped cream and fruit instead? we asked, is this the milky way cake? and the waitress delivering said yes and walked away. We just ate it but it wasn't what was described to us, so I think they must have been out of the cake and given us something else without saying but just tried to pull it off? Strange. After we got the desserts we didn't get checked in on again and had to flag down a different waitress when we couldn't see ours for our check so we could leave. read more

Trivia night... Wednesday! Placed was packed but totally fun! It's always a good time at Rare Olde Times! Such a rustic, cozy feel! We got the scotch eggs (again!), bacon ranch fries, fish & chips, and pretzels/Irish cheddar beer cheese! Yum! This place was rockin and rollin! We had a blast!! And of course Tom got a Guinness!! read more

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The food is good for what it is. It is not a five star restarting but good portions and good flavors and prepared correctly. Service is good. I would go back and if somone is looking for a pub setting with some above average pub food the place will not disappoint. read more

I have only been to this location twice but I love it! I hope to be a regular visitor. They have great atmosphere and decor for an Irish pub. They have Irish beer on draft... a fantastic red!!!! The food we had was very good and the service is good. The staff are super friendly! They have live music several nights a week plus when there is no music they have several tvs with soccer or baseball on. I bet this place would be great to be at for a world cup soccer game! The place is located in a strip mall area with plenty of parking. Definitely get reservations if you are going on a night with a popular local band! I am looking forward to going back already! read more

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I probably go twice a month. I have lived in Richmond for about 3 years. The food is good, band was great. The bartender was the worst I have had in my 50 years. We had a table of 6, the first drinks were great, probably a different bartender, drinking Old Fashioned. The second round, the Old Fashioned were fizzy. The told our server, they were wrong. The bartender actually came to the table, told us she knew what she was doing, and then told us the ingredients, and said lemon lime soda. Old Fashioned's don't fizz!!! Told us she was charging us anyway. We stopped ordering drinks, and food. Rare Olde Time lost money. 6 people, 2 drinks at least, and food. I have never been spoken too that way in 50 years. SHAME on you.!!!!! read more

The service is always personal, pleasant and engaging, and the Fish and Chips remains some of the very best in central Virginia. Lovely pub interior with a consistently nice fellow patrons and a fun trivia night on some Tuesdays. read more

Happy to report they have a full bar and make excellent Old Fashioneds! The staff there are absolutely WONDERFUL-even as busy as they get (this place gets packed)! Everyone around us looked super happy! Fantastic experience for a Friday night! read more

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Great place to eat & make friends. Open mic night on Monday. Great musicians. & fine Music

Always a good time. Good food, good live music and a great staff! Call ahead and reserve a table when a popular band is featured, as the place fills up quickly. read more

Trivia night is a blast, and Mac is a fantastic server! Ask for the pickles, you won't be disappointed.

The menu has awesome entrees! I meet friends there usually once a month. Most recently I had a Rachel sandwich with onion rings. It couldn't have been better. The wait staff is outstanding! The Irish pub atmosphere is most enjoyable. Although I do not have a TV , I find myself watching their fine flat screens. They have several! Sometimes there is live music! read more

Delicious food and drinks in an authentic setting. Seems like a neighborhood place. Friendly service and laid back atmosphere. Will definitely be back. read more

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First time here, and won't be the last. We were planning on going to the Lily Pad (see my other review) but it started to rain. Sooo, I randomly picked this place. In part based on the yelp reviews. This is a 25 min drive from my house and well worth it. If this place was closer, I would be here 2-3x's a week. The service is very good and extra friendly- the bartender knew everyone. A lot of regulars which is a good sign. The Country Club of Virginia (golf course) is 2 miles away and a bunch of golfers showed for the after game drink. We had the pretzels to start and they didn't disappoint. Wife had the Reuben and I the Philly cheese and it was one of the better Philly's I've had. The sauces are made in house and the ranch was as thick as blue cheese. I recommend the "Lost coast Tangerine wheat." Beer on tap. Tasty.. Cozy. Good number of high tops. Good decor so long as you don't mind things Irish. read more

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Awesome Irish public house tucked in a West End strip mall. Service can't be beat. Food is always great- good selection and always a special on the board. read more

This place is great! Fun atmosphere, and definitely has a authentic pub feel. They also have some bar games which are fun. If you're looking at this for St. Patrick's Day, it will be crowded beyond belief in there. Almost any other night though it's a pretty chill, relaxing place to go have a beer. read more

Friendly pub with Irish leaning bar food. Low key. Has trivia and live music on designated nights.

Still fun after all these years. Especially when they have live music.

Great food, service and atmosphere! Food was delicious and fresh! Recommend for a fun night out!

This is a cozy neighborhood pub with a great staff, good food and live music and other entertainment including Trivia and Open Mic Night. Highly recommended. read more

Maaaaan.. those Scotch Eggs! Great food, beer and whiskey selection! Live music are often great choices. Only downfall, don't try to have a conversation on nights when there's live music. You have to yell at your dining companion. Not a deal breaker though, let's be real, sometimes we want to eat and tune our partner out read more

Quant fun place to spend an evening enjoying some great live music, tasty food and of course Guinness. looked after by Jess and Michele, well worth a visit for some typical Irish hospitality. read more

Rare Olde Times - Live Band - Irish Near Me - Henrico, Virginia

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Love this place! It's a pub, a pub with a bunch of regulars. Food is good, music is good... trivia night though, you better just go ahead and put your unborn children on the wait list, it's easier to get into The Masters! Just kidding, but you better bring your A game! read more

Great food and great times, musical guests are always great! Service is fast. Ambiance is fun. read more

We've passed this pub 1000 times and finally took the time to try it. Now I'm pissed I waited so long to do it. Truly a one-of-a-kind gem. I love the Irish pub atmosphere and this place delivers. Personable, not a cookie cutter type chain restaurant. We had a scotch egg for a starter and it was to die for! Never had one before but will definitely order it again. And while we just had sandwiches they were both hot and delicious! My bride had the Irish dip corn beef sandwich and I had a turkey sandwich with caramelized onions and cranberry sauce. Even the french fries were on point! We enjoyed a Guinness and Harp Pilsner. Two gentlemen named Doug & Gibby took very good care of us. This experience turned out to be everything I hoped it would be. If you haven't been-GO! There's a great time waiting to be had at Rare olde Times and Gibby the barkeep will see to it! read more

Great local eat! I love the vibe in here, the staff is friendly, and the food in pretty good. There are music and trivia nights as well, for those folks who enjoy them. read more

Love this place!! So welcoming and we felt like regulars right away. Can't go wrong with the cheap drinks, or friendly service. read more

Rare Olde Times - Beer - Irish Near Me - Henrico, Virginia

Average food.. don't expect much. Dive bar with great music.. just don't expect great food.. expect bar food .

Food is delicious. The staff are attentive and professional. It's a wonderful pub with great drinks and entertainment. The Tuesday night $10 specials are unique and the Friday fish specials are awesome. It's not just pub food. I have had Italian, Asian, German and Mediterranean dishes. Great place to visit and then come back again! read more

We had an ok time here. I had a nice cold red Killian's. The food was typical bar food. Adequate service. Was crowded because of live music, a 60s/70s cover band. I'm not rushing back, but it was fine. read more

Beer selection was very good, service was very welcoming and fast, and the food was very good. I had the Irish Bangers and my wife had the Irish Dip (corned beef). Loved the atmosphere of the place also. Prices were reasonable. Will go back! read more

Great food. I really enjoyed the fish and chips. The staff are friendly and food is amazing. I recommend to all. Very clean also. Bill was not so bad read more

Great food and drinks. Friendly staff. Live entertainment most nights. Sunday brunch is excellent and very Irish.

I got introduced to this place a few years ago, meeting some friends for drinks and conversation. Well, I'm glad I did! Ever since, this is one of my favorite places in town for a beer, great food, and wonderful atmosphere. Scotch Eggs, Beer, Conversation...oh yeah, and quite often live music! Very fun place, although you gotta get there early..it fills fast. read more

We had been trying to get here for brunch since the Irish festival. The Scotch Eggs and Rueben Egg Rolls are to die for, especially the egg rolls. Well, we finally made it to brunch today! The service was on point and the food was excellent (I brought some rolls and eggs home with me). We both had the full Irish Breakfast (I took the part of the plate that my gal didn't care for)! I'm glad I didn't tell her what was in the black pudding before she tried it, she didn't care for it but if she had known I don't think she would have even tried it. Short of them needing to re-measure a pint, my tab showed pint but the glass was between 10 and 12 ounces, I have no complaints and plan to return as soon as we can. read more

Rare Olde Times - Full Irish Breakfast - Irish Near Me - Henrico, Virginia

I've been coming here once a week since I moved to Virginia a year and a half ago. I wish I could leave 4 stars and give something slightly negative to say but I really can't. First of all, the wait staff are the nicest people you could want to meet: Katie, David, Raleigh, occasionally Becky are the only ones I've ever interacted with. Not only are they extremely friendly and good staff, if you're even semi regular, they will learn your likes and preferences immediately. If an order comes out slightly incorrectly there is never even a hint of attitude or annoyance about the situation - they just fix it...with a smile...every time. Some might worry about "pub food" and not having an experienced chef back in the kitchen because they are just pumping out fried stuff and apps...not the case. Everything I've had they cook perfectly. It's the best BLT I've ever had, the tacos are always rotating and delicious, best fries in Richmond IMO. It'd be cool to see a wider variety of specials would be the only thing I'd wish for. this place is hands down-lights out the best pub or bar around. Make it a regular stop if you enjoy the irish pub theme atmosphere. read more

Love this place and it's tribute to Ireland. Came for breakfast and was not disappointed- hubs had the black pudding and loved it. I had the Scottish egg and it was yummy! read more

Sunday, February 26 about 1pm, my husband and I were craving corn beef & cabbage and live close by Rare Olde Times. I called to see if they were serving this dish and the woman who answered said they were serving the dish but w/o mashed potatoes - great. We changed direction and went in and took a seat at the bar. Bartender seemed a bit agitated but we ordered drinks and menus. I ordered the corn beef dish and he immediately told me that it is not served on Sunday. I explained that we had called and what we were told when we called. He was definitely agitated now and said that he'd speak to the kitchen. We waited a minute and then put money on the bar for our drinks and left. I guess this is why we never visit this restaurant. The attitude and inconsistency did us in. Bummer.i read more