Based upon the reviews, I was not expecting much. Was it safe to eat? Could I go to the bathroom? Was the staff going to be horrible. Would the vape crowd from next door harass me? No need to worry. It wasn't anything like that. Yep, it's a dive bar, but it has more of a neighborhood feel... at least at the hour that we were there (8:00 - 10:00 p.m.) on disco night. The tiny parking lot was full. That was surprising given the early hour. Who knew it was because of DISCO! Yep, once a month (4th Saturday of the month), they do a hustle lesson followed by dancing. Most of the attendees were seniors, but there was a sprinkling of younger people with most dressed for the occasion. Lots of sparkles and headbands which made the atmosphere festive. It's a tiny place, but lively. Most of the people there were dancing! So, not a lot of wallflowers. It has a ballroom crowd feel, meaning there are some couples, but singles dance with other singles with the understanding that it's all about practice, not a hookup, so it takes the pressure off saying yes. It gets hot really quick. The A/C isn't fabulous, but you deal with it, right? I have never danced disco before but it was fun. I will be back. Friendly vibes and good times. Try it. read more

Great Dive Bar and prices are pn the less expensive side. Liked the regulars I met and bartender was kind. I was just killin' time on my wat to grab my dogs fro. the groomer, but I'll be back. Country music playin' inbackground, a few TVs, so.e games, booths, and bar seating. Cool little covered area outside too. read more

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I've known of this dive bar for a long time, but never went until this past weekend, when a friend was supposed to be hosting karaoke. Needless to say, his schedule got switched and there was no karaoke, but instead a disco night. We stayed anyway and got a few dances in with what appeared to be regulars, and it was a decent time. Everyone was nice and welcoming. Older crowd (50s+). We didn't eat anything, so I can't speak to the food. Is it in desperate need of a renovation? Yes. Keep your mind open, and you might enjoy yourself on one of their themed nights. read more

Went a few times to get a good review. 1st time service was great a younger guy. Wings were below average and nothing compare to Hooters or Hangry Joes. Went again on a Saturday.. Service was awful. It was packed and the old lady just ignored anyone not a regular. Desperate need of a remodel. Always put back %10 of profits back into the business. It doesn't look like they have put a dollar in he business in 30 years.. Parking is horrible, they need to re-work the parking space. It is open late 2am. But probably won't be back read more

A great small place with locals, AM bloody marys and a good breakfast! Restaurant on the right, bar on the left. Go!

I was having a decent evening tonight with my friend Henry. The pizza is actually pretty good but I didn't ask for a talentless slob to hack his way through "She's Like The Wind". I asked the table next to me and they said this guy is a regular. I don't get that because I lost my appetite and at one point when he walked past me to go use the restroom I swear I heard a muffled cry of "help me". They told me he used to be some cable access show host back in the 90s who still thinks he's relevant and entertaining. I have heard more pleasant noises emanating from a yak birthing it's young. I would say I'll never come back but I'm pretty sure I will to sing Southern nights on that same stage. read more

DH and I decided a dive bar burger would hit the spot for our Friday Night Date outing. It has been while since we had been to Rose Marie. We will never return again. DH and I both ordered the dinner special, a chicken fried steak with 2 sides and a roll. As we were making our way through the meal, DH picked up his roll, which was pre-buttered, and noticed there was green mold on the bottom of the roll. I flipped mine over to see the condition of mine. Green mold as well. If you don't believe me, check it out in my attached photo. How can the kitchen staff handle the rolls, even butter them and not notice? We stopped eating, paid the bill in cash and left. read more

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I like this place a lot, but some of the clientele? It's really off putting. We love doing karaoke here, it's a lot of fun, but tonight these absolute low lives came in and ruined everything. Two obese, very smelly and unhygienic individuals just kind of took over the stage, and to make matters worse they were making inappropriate comments the entire time toward nearly every woman they saw. One of them drank Corona the entire time, sang a horrible rendition of "To love somebody", and then not long afterward we saw him leave and go straight to his vehicle. These are not the sort of people you want in your establishment, I wish you guys would be more careful about who you let in. read more

You know, you hate to leave bad reviews, but c'mon, some places are just begging for one. Poor Rose Marie's beseeches your salty remarks. I had been here before, and had equally haunting experiences... but I thought, maybe it's gotten better...? Uh, no... my name is no... no no no Seeking sustenance, my friend and I popped in for breakfast because it was convenient. She actually warned me... "remember last time?" Trying to be optimistic, we ventured in... a dank, dark depressing place. When sometimes describes a restaurant as "a hole in the wall", this is it. There were actually holes in the walls. I felt like I was walking into a well. But, it's just eggs, how bad could it be? Heh heh, horrible! The bar stools were lined with a couple of hefty men, and the booths are directly across, so our view was assaulting, to say least... no ifs, ands, or butts about it, in hind-sight, we should have asserted ourselves and sat further down in the dungeon... but that's all behind us now. Ordering coffee took 15 minutes! I'm glad we had time to talk, but everyone could hear our stomachs growling over our chatter. We ordered bacon and eggs. After 20 more minutes, we asked the server what was up, she said she was "really busy". There were the heinie guys at the bar and two other tables...8 people! I think the cook must have had a stroke. We were actually laughing about it and now just wanted to see how long it would take. Challenge accepted! While we waited, we carved our names into the lard laden napkin holders, cleaned our table with the Purell wipes I keep in my purse for such occasions , and questioned the meaning of life... and then, breakfast was served! 45 minutes folks, 45! We picked at it, but it was swimming in grease... is this what prison food is like? Laughing about our faux pas in returning to this dive, and still hungry, we left and swore, crossed our hearts, nevermore nevermore. read more

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Recently I was in Florida looking for a place like this in Orlando. Using Yelp I did find one but not without effort! Dive bar maybe but it has an excellent open kitchen which many dive bars don't. Plus you can get eggs anytime which eliminates the urge to find an IHOP or waffle house driving while stupid. The owner is always there and if you ask him he will do magic being a pro magician! The owner just purchased the inn and has put a lot of improvements without taking away it's old local watering hole traditions. Karaoke is great there . Ps Yelp should reset reviews starting in 2021 since older reviews are for the previous owner ...not relevant and misleading. read more

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Owner of the restaurant(old man) is very rude and disrespectful. All of my food was undercooked which gave me food poisoning. Costumer service sucks. You have to wait at the least 45 to 50 minute for your food. I ordered 3 things and waited 55 minutes when there was 4 workers and also no one else eating in the restaurant. Every time you pay and pick a song at the juke box, if the owner doesn't like it, he will change it with his remote and cuss you out for playing "a shitty" song. I have never ever been to a place that had such horrible costumer service. 150% don't recommend this bar!!!!!! read more

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This is your classic dive bar. The staff are so sweet, each introducing themselves when we walked in with a big smile (and they actually remembered our names). The food is what you expect - greasy but yummy. Their burger came highly recommended and we were not disappointed. read more

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Rose Marie Inn has been around for decades it seems, and I have passed it often. I finally took out the time to stop in to have lunch, as I heard they have on their menu the Richmond Original Sandwich; The Sailor. So, when I hear or see The Sailor on their Menu, I hold the Restaurant to a higher standard in their Sandwich making, because those who are from Richmond, are very Proud of The Sailor and how it got it starts here in this great City. I know this is the local place for many wonderful folks who like to get together to have a Cold One after work or on weekends. When I sat down, I noticed two Senior Ladies and they had the place spotless. One of the nice ladies came over and asked if I would like a menu and of course I did.... I was hungry but also wanting to see if the rumor was true if The Sailor was on the Menu. It Was!!! When she came over to take my Order, the first thing I ALWAYS ask is... Do you know where The Sailor originated? She did not, which was extremely disappointing to me as I feel when you have this wonderful Sandwich on your menu... AND it is a Richmond Sandwich... you should know and most of all, take Pride in making this Sandwich. So, because I had to explain to her how The Sailor got it starts here in Richmond on Where and When... I have to deduct a Star.... When The Sailor came, I noticed the bread soaked in lots of butter. So upon picking up The Sailor, the butter they put on the Rye Bread was starting to drip down into my hands. IN addition, instead of being able to taste the combination of the knockwursts & Pastrami, my first taste was butter. Not good! I can see putting a little on the bread so it will toast better on the grill but you do not soak the bread. IN addition, the Pastrami was very dry and it did not seemed fresh. Also, for the amount they were charging for The Sailor, it should have had more Pastrami on it as well. So, in taste and how they made The Sailor, it lost another Star.... It was an OK Sailor, but clearly not the best. I will again, come back and try something else... as the waitstaff were very nice and I can see how Rose Marie Inn has become a local favorite. :-) read more

My husband and I had lunch last week at the Rose Marie Inn. It seemed as though there were fairly decent reviews so we thought we'd check it out. First off, the restaurant was dirty and dingy, with dusty knick-knacks everywhere. At the end of the meal I went to the restroom, and it was not very clean, plus someone (I assume a restaurant employee) had been smoking in there, and the smoke was so thick, it was hard to breathe -- horrible. As for the food -- I ordered the cheeseburger, and my husband ordered their daily "special" of beef stew which came with a small salad. i will say, that was some of the worst beef stew that I've ever seen served (and my husband said it did not taste good either -- no flavor). It was very, very watery (you could see the bottom of the PLATE (that's right, it was NOT served in a bowl!). There were only 3 pieces of meat and a few carrots which were the "baby" pre-packaged variety. Along with a few potato chunks, and no discernable onions, celery or seasonings -- that was it. It was served with crackers. The salad was minimal with a some iceberg lettuce, and a few tomatoes and cucumbers. The salad dressing was thick (bottled of course). I think this "special" was $7.95. I will say that the cheeseburger which I ordered was decent. That's why I'm giving this place 2 stars instead of 1. Since it came with potato chips, I ordered french fries instead -- no discount for replacement. Full price was paid for a side order of fries which were ok, but overpriced for what was provided. I was actually surprised how poor the food was, and how dirty the restaurant was. The waitress, who was also behind the bar, was the only server, and the service was quite slow, but she herself seemed nice enough. By the way, I do know that the older, female cook is a smoker, because two customers were out on the front covered area smoking, and she went out there and was talking to them, and smoked as well. Maybe it was she who had smoked in the restroom earlier -- since I doubt a customer would do so, when it's just as easy to wait, or go outside on the covered patio/porch. We will not go to this restaurant again. We will stick with Melito's for our "neighborhood" casual restaurant. Their food is fresh and good. And except for some dusty fake plants (covered in thick dust), Melito's is clean as well. (see other review for Melito's -- it has now gone downhill too). read more

This is a great dive bar. I've been coming here for almost a year. I've met all types of amazing people here. The food is decent, and the drinks are cheap, but I think the star of the show is karaoke night. The KJ Sheri is a beautiful person, and very good at her job. The only downside of this place is part of the staff. Joyce is a good bartender, but the other bartender Cullen is the opposite. He's very forgetful. Usually I wouldn't mind that so much, but he's so rude. I'm really starting to think it's possible he doesn't like me, or views me as lesser, because sometimes I'll see him be very nice towards other people, but everytime i interact with him i feel bad honestly. ​Oftentimes when I want to order a drink at the bar, it will take forever because he'll see me, and either act like I'm not there, or help someone first, even though I had been waiting there before them. He also never says "how are you" when I say it, nor does he ever say "you're welcome " yet i hear him say it to others. Maybe I'm being sensitive, but either way his customer service is definitely lacking. I hate having to say something negative, because I love this bar. The owner Lee is such a nice person, and has definitely seen me go through some stuff lol Despite Cullen being a terrible bartender, I would still recommend trying this place out. The scene is very relaxed, and Karaoke night on Thursday is always a blast. read more

Having grown up in the West End I've passed this place all my life and been so curious about it since it's "where friends meet". Well apparently it's where friends meet weirdos who make them uncomfortable. Came here with a coworker and we were pretty much immediately creeped out by two of the patrons who seemed glued to the bar. General atmosphere is kind of gross, even the semi vintage counters don't make up for that. Also interesting how they have every single local school football helmet except VUU and VSU. Dingy, gross feel overall. No need to return read more

When I was a contractor working around the area I would dip out early on Fridays and get myself a booth in the back. Cold beer and a plate of wings n fries. Lots of nostalgia in this watering hole. Good jukebox too. If you had a bad experience it's your own fault. If you had more than one then you're obviously in the wrong place physically AND mentally. Keep doing what you're doing guys. read more

Went to this restaurant because 1) I just moved in down the street and 2) all the great recommendations on Yelp. Now I will agree with the previous posters about how the bar crowd seems to be regulars and that they have been coming for decades. You can just tell how comfortable everyone is. This place will never be a hipster place. And I say that as a compliment to them. Keep on serving your friends and dedicated regulars. Some were missing teeth, reeked of smoke and did that guy just say he lost his arm in Vietnam? It just won't be a regular place for a gal like me. The staff were so desperately trying to please us as new patrons, it was really nice to see such attention, probably too much for my comfort. The look of desperation was so apparent. Nonetheless, will give them a star for effort. Onto the food, not very good at all. Now, it might have been my mistake. I didn't order the "best burger in town" according to previous comments but I'll pass on all the other food there. Sorry, but I came to eat and was disappointed by what was put in front of me. So all in all, don't come for the food. Come for the drinks and the [interesting] people. If you feel lonely, then definitely head to Rose Marie Inn because they are just begging you to be their friends, as their slogan states. P.S. Since the reviews on the burger have been so intriguing...I will try to update my review once I try it. However, I may need to order it to-go next time. read more

I will strive to remain calm as I tell you that this is the BEST...BURGER...IN...RICHMOND!! Sorry. I tried. I have passed by this place more times than I can count, but it was after the suggestion was made by a friend that I happened to go. I will not pollute the magnitude of this burger with inadequate, heavy-handed words. Rather, I will simply say that it is magnificent. The rest of the menu is home-made, fresh, and delicious. I mean, have you tried the meatloaf? MEATLOAF, PEOPLE!! Okay... I've worn myself out. I think I need another burger... read more

Strictly on drinking terms... this place is awesome. The bartender we had (handlebar mustache man?) was friendly and full of stories and anecdotes. Not only did he make great drinks, but he entertained us with various size glasses for playing quarters (we were the only group at the bar so he was amused). He also provided bacon at about 1am... something that we thought only Stratford Grill would do, but no, this guy did it with a smile and a laugh. Trust me people, if you want a laid back, easy drinking, late night bacon kinda dive... this is it. read more

THE OLE ROSE. TRULY IS "A PLACE WHERE FRIENDS MEET" Dude in the Hawaiin shirt makes a heckuva good burger. Seriously. A good burger! Jay made me try the sailor sandwich - Also very good read more

Like it says where friends meet. Best place for a pitcher of beer, food is good and the people that go there are awesome!

This establishment has some of the best quality food; with little to no hassle or drama. I've been going here for years, it's out of my way, yet I still find myself eating here as often as I can find the time. Obviously they offer quality alcoholic beverages for reasonable prices. But it's the atmosphere that is truly outstanding. You won't wait long. Will have great service, and above all. You'll most likely find yourself around those few people; who still notice that it's the little things that make the most. read more

The West Ends ,neighborhood bar.A fantastic place for anyone Americana at its best.Step in once,I bet you will do it again.Try it for breakfast.Grab a Reuben for lunch with a homemade side.Slip in and see Pam on Thursday for a Friday primer!You will plan on coming back,Guaranteed!Getcha some of John Flemmings hospitality.Truly a West End istitution.Remember Pats favorite song,I love this Bar!Become a member of the Family. read more

We were excited to try out Rose Marie Inn, as one of my good friends raved about it and their burgers. We stopped by on a Friday night and were excited to find a new hole in the wall place close to home. The band was awesome, the burger was pretty good. Our waitress (Noelle).... was HORRIBLE. She was extremely rude, did not even take our order - the cook came out and asked what we wanted. Noelle even went as far as to sing (yell) a little song she made up about how we did not belong there and that we needed to leave (I can't make this up, folks). If you aren't a regular here, you aren't welcome. If we had cash on us we would have just given the tip to the cook, as he was the only helpful and friendly person working there. read more

Love this place.Friendly people.great music. Try it you will like it.

Great live bands and a great electronic jukebox in the other room. The pizza is great as well as the hamburgers, mozzarella sticks, and wings. The atmosphere is friendly as well as good deals on drinks and speciality shooters. The bartenders Noel and Jay were super efficient and quick with drinks. It felt like home. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who is looking for a great night out. read more

I too have known about this place since I was a kid and have only been there a few times. Always get the hamburger but for the life of me can not see what the excitement is in the reviews. I notice that these reviews are old. Maybe things have changed in the last year. This is by far not the best burger that you will ever have in Richmond, BUT if you want to go to a neighborhood joint and drink beer and find everything else in the area closed- then eat here. read more

I have been coming to Rose Marie Inn for many years. This little restaurant/bar has enjoyed a regular following for decades, but the sad fact is that this crowd has aged and is literally dying off. Now the location is undergoing a generational shift. Many of their loyal following are in their 70's and 80's and you're just not seeing as many of those people making it out anymore. But there have been some new faces and it is still a GREAT place to get a cold beer and a burger. You can watch some sports of TV, or play a song in the Juke Box. I have eaten here probably 20+ times in the last 5 years. It has been outstanding each and every time I have walked through the door. I have had probably 10 hamburgers - They have been as good as any hamburger made anywhere on this planet each and every time. The BEER is cold, the service is great. ALL the food is excellent, fresh, and made with care. The people that work there are NICE folks. That goes a long way with me. I read a couple negative reviews in regard to the food, and quite frankly, I just have a hard time believing that Gina D and her crew were served burgers that were, "Barely Edible". That is simply unbelievable. I know many people that eat there all the time. I never heard ONE bad thing. EVER. The burgers are AWESOME. It you don't like what you get, you don't have to buy it, or they'll make it the way you do like it, or make you something else. They are reasonable people. Always kind and polite and eager to please the customer. read more

Mixed drink prices are not cheap but many reviews say the beer is. Be prepared to get up from your table to get the menus then get up again to order. I have never had a server come to my table. Just plan on going to the bar for everything if you want to eat or get a drink. I wondered why I was expected to tip. I guess it was for handing me the drink. I have never found the bartender to be friendly but she always seems to be working the place alone. May be best to try this place for lunch if you want to eat here. I would not suggest trying to eat there on band nights. read more

My mother and I ate lunch at Rose Marie's on Saturday. Nostalgia it was, as Mom said our family used to eat there frequently back in the day. My burger was great! Mom's BBQ sandwich was Fabulous! They have an older side and new side, and the old side is where the bar is located. The staff was very friendly and courteous! The new side, more modern-ized, and very nice. They hosted Karaoke that night so Hubby and I came back for that. The Karaoke DJ was great and his etiquette was outstanding! We had a blast and will be back! read more

Great place to stop in for quick beer very cheep happy hour 3-7. Friendly neighbor hood bar.

Awfull experience ,forty five minute wait for a couple of over cooked cheese burgers. The place is dingy,dirty,and a flashback to the seventies,not in a good way. Our waitress,was also our bartender and cook was apologetic when she told us they would not honor the groupon that we had just purchased that day. Groupon was quick to issue a refund but still has not removed the offer from their site 3 days after the complaint. STAY AWAY. read more