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Ripple Ray's

4.2 (13 reviews)
Closed 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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7 months ago

Great live music spot with a fun dead-head vibe inside. I would come here for the music and drunks. Great for people who like live music!

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8 months ago

Great spot for brunch, drinks, and live music in carytown. Surrounded by great attractions as well

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What RVA needed- a legit Dead themed bar. Fantastic. Heady vibe. Heady tunes. Heady brews!

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Great spot for brunch, drinks, and live music in carytown.

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(43 reviews)

Carytown

Révéler is the kind of place that defies easy description, which is exactly what makes it worth…read morevisiting. The décor is wildly eclectic and definitely gives the spot a unique feel. I was there for a private event. The crowd was warm and wonderfully mixed. There was a little chat before the event began that basically told us to not get kicked out by being mean or non-inclusive. Not sure how I felt about that. Parking in Carytown is its own contact sport. Come early -- your blood pressure will thank you. I parked 6 blocks away and was lucky to get that. Bottom line: Weird, welcoming, and worth every lap around the block looking for a spot if you're into crowds and are looking for something different.

Came here with friends and it seems like a cool spot, especially for an older crowd. We purchased…read moretickets expecting a jazz experience, but the music was not jazz at all, which was a bit disappointing. The art exhibitions were nice and definitely interesting to walk through. The charcuterie board we ordered was excellent and a highlight of the night. The location is also great for nightlife. That said, the drinks didn't quite hit the mark for me, and the service was inconsistent. We were told guests are expected to be quiet during the sets, yet another group was talking loudly and nothing was addressed, which felt a bit uneven. Overall, it's not a place I'd return to, and I wouldn't recommend it if you're looking for a more diverse crowd.

Canal Club - State Champs

Canal Club

(54 reviews)

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Shockoe Bottom

Caught a show at The Canal Club in Richmond last week for the first time, and it was such a fun…read moreexperience. From the outside, the building has this classic warehouse vibe that fits right in with the historic feel of the area. There's a big sign so you can't really miss it, and the overall look is super inviting if you're into that old-school industrial style. When you up to the entrance, you'll go up the stairs to find the staff checking your tickets. Once you're inside, the place opens up into a big, open floor plan with a solid mix of standing room and a few spots to sit along the wall. The layout works well for concerts, the sightlines are good, and everything feels close to the stage even if you're not right up front. The inside keeps that warehouse feel going. It's exposed brick, high ceilings, just a bit gritty in a cool way. The bar is off to the side and stretches pretty long, so grabbing a drink was quick! Bartenders were friendly and the drink selection covers the basics. Nothing wild, but you'll find everything you need for a good night out. I went to see Jutes for the first time, and it was such an awesome show. The energy in the room was electric, and the sound quality was surprisingly clear for a venue this size. Everyone seemed to be having a great time, and you could feel the crowd's excitement the whole set! This was definitely a solid spot for live music in Richmond. I love a small concert venue, and would definitely go back for another concert!

The venue provides an environment where you feel that "live music" connection with the artist as…read morewell as the other spectators. The bar staff moves the patrons through efficiently.

The National

The National

(175 reviews)

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Downtown

Date night to see comedian Kathy Griffin at the National Theatre in downtown Richmond. Great show…read morehowever after 2-1/2 hours of sitting on a hard uncomfortable folding chair I was ready to go home!!! My butt is still numb, lol!!

I recently went to the national for the first time to see Muscadine Bloodline, and I can't say…read moreenough about what a positive experience it was! From both an accessibility and live music perspective. For my first time at The National, and I wasn't sure what to expect ... especially since I had just had my spine surgery and needed to use a wheelchair. From the moment we arrived, the staff went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable and could easily access everything I needed. We were greeted right away by a smiling security guard at the front door, who immediately made me feel welcome. They quickly cleared a path through ticketing and security, and helped guide us straight to the accessible seating area. They rolled me right up to the barricade near the sound stage, so I got an up close view of the whole show! The security staff in this area were incredibly friendly and attentive, checking in often to see if we needed water or anything else during the concert. What stood out most was how seamless the whole process was. The staff made everything stress sree so we could focus on enjoying the show. At the end of the night, security helped us navigate through crowds and even guided us right to the restroom before wheeling me outside. Amazing. And of course, the music itself was fantastic! The sound quality was great, Muscadine Bloodline put on an amazing show, and the energy in the room was infectious. The National itself is spacious with a really cool vibe, and a perfect spot for live music whether you're in the seats, the pit, or as I discovered, enjoying the show with unique accessibility needs! I can't wait to return when I'm able to enjoy the venue from the pit! Highly recommend this venue to everyone.

The Broadberry - Negative Approach

The Broadberry

(56 reviews)

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The Fan

Went to the Broadberry for the first time for a concert! It is a pretty large space with a small…read morestage leading to a very intimate experience. Apparently the capacity is 500 so be prepared to be close to others if your show is sold out! Showed up early prior to doors opening to ensure we got a good spot which is a must especially if you'd like to be close to the stage. The staff was really friendly and set up barricades by the door which helped corral the line. I loved that they had a metal detector set up and a security check point. I felt very safe and comfortable the whole time. I will say be prepared to stand for an extended period especially if you show up early. There is little to no seating available and as show time nears it is practically standing room only. So wear comfy shoes! Overall it's a nice venue and I am glad we have it as an option here in Richmond!

More customer care and service, attention to detail. tone down band volume and provide free ear…read moreplugs (so cheap anyway!), venue too narrow, coat area a mess (coats and personal items can be stolen or accidentally taken), don't make customers guess what is going on, make each night the best, stop hurting our ears, decrease prices of food and drinks - too expensive, pump up staff for events that will pass to our/the customers experience, spruce up outside and ensure safety - public but seedy area, increase overall mood especially if a big event and pay attention to detail, ensure advertisements online match up with what takes place - things were missed, improve attention to detail for the events to make it nice for customers ensuring every detail plays out - some folks it is a big deal to have those details and if it helps one customer overall it should be done, everyone on the same page, make going a better value, attract younger crowds and don't hurt their ears!

The Camel - Chicken and waffles so gooood

The Camel

(96 reviews)

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The Fan

Gonna be a long one but a 1 star deserves an explanation -…read moreWent for Friday beers and banjos two weeks ago. My gf paid for a reserved table. When arriving no one was a the host stand to direct us to our table and the only person in Camel gear said he was a sound tech and couldn't help. Went back to the bar side and told the bartender our table number, he advised which table it was. There were several of us trying to get this sorted let me add Finally seated we had the same bartender come over to ask for orders. I inquired about the HH food specials that are posted at the bar Sun-Fri 3-7. The guy tells me they don't do HH on fridays. Ok... so he leaves while we browse the menu. Then another worker comes over and says sorry we double booked your table, you can't sit here. He also said, this happens all the time!! Maybe fix your system if it's an often occurrence. Yes a refund was issued but at this point the place is full, bar and all bar tables. So we stand with our drinks (3 of us) and hover by the bar looking for an opening so we can order food bc we're starving. Luckily in mins a table opens up. We sit down and wait and wait and wait. So I go to ask if there's table service or if we should order at the bar. No, there's table service. Finally the guy comes over takes our order for food. At this point from getting there to ordering it's been an hour and we are starving. We order the quesadilla, bbq tacos and cheesesteak. This takes another 45 mins.. ugh Food comes and isn't great. Tacos are super doused in bbq sauce and cheesesteak was bland. My gf is not a picky eater and she only ate one bite. The quesadilla seemed to be alright by her mom's standards. We finally get the bill, put out the card but the guy doesn't come back. My gf takes card to the bar to pay. Person 1 hands it to person 2, gf is standing there waiting to pay- never gets the bill/card back. Then person 2 asks my gf, what can I get you to drink. She says I'm trying to pay my bill, person 1 just gave it to you. Person 2 says, I don't have your card. Minutes later they determine she put it in front of another patron. Overall terrible experience. I'd still go back for a show. One that's standing room only

This establishment was super small on the outside but extremely large on the inside. I went for a…read moreshow and it was very well organized. The band they had , The Moment, was amazing! If I'm ever in the area, I will be returning to try the food and drinks.

Ripple Ray's - musicvenues - Updated May 2026

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