i brought my team here for a last minute event one evening. We didn't have a reservation, and the…read morefriendly staff were happy to get us started. They laid out the rules and gave us a quick lesson on how to throw axes safely. Oh, and how to work the score system. We were mostly left to our own devices after that, having a fun time overall. About half way though, the staff swung by and showed us how to use the lighter hatchets, which were great for a few of us who lacked a little upper body strength. A great time overall.

Had a great time at Stumpys Hatchet House! They really prioritize safety here and I really…read moreappreciated the safety talk before getting walked to the back to throw some hatchets. The space is quite large with seating areas and the hatchet throwing bays. There were also other forms of entertainment including an air hockey table, checkers and the eye and hook game outside. I will say there was a learning curve to figuring out how to throw the hatchets properly but the attendant was nice enough to walk us through it and give us some tips. Once I got the hang of it, I had tons of fun. We had signed up for an hour and it went by very quickly. One cool part about this place is that they have fun games that you can play while throwing including a hatchet throwing blackjack where the first person to 21 points wins. Overall, this place is a great find and the hour goes by pretty quickly here! They do serve food so I can see this being a great spot for friends or a date night!

What a fun first time axe throwing! My two close friends and I booked a reservation to axe throw on…read morea Friday evening and we were glad that we did. It was a great stress reliever, I mean let's be honest this year has been stressful. Nice place nestled in Rockville just a little past Short Pump area. Great activity for social distancing & mask are required. $35 per person and you can have between 2-7 throwers. Knife-throwing is an additional $10 if you want to try that. Booking our reservation online was quick and easy. We end up needing to push our time back and VA axe was able to accommodate with no issues. The staff members were friendly and helpful throughout our whole time there. The drinks and snacks are self service. Safe to say that we will be back again soon! We really enjoyed ourselves and the friendly competition it brought out in us all. Recommendations: closed toed shoes, comfy clothing. Pros: Great stress reliever, perfect group outing, social distancing activity. Cons: There aren't any.

This amazing experience is worth the drive. Want to throw axes, sure. How about 5 different kinds…read more Then add the amazing spears, throwing stars, cards, discs, spades(shovel), and top that off with knives, etc. . Let's just tack on some supervised ax trick shots and you have the best place near Richmond. Here is the best part. You get the best trainers in the biz. I felt like we could ask any question and get pro quality instruction! The staff was sharp and on point (pardon the pun) Tip: don't go hungry, there is no food (outside of packed chips and bottled drinks) or alcohol on the premises. This should change in About 3 mths. Bar/Cafe to come. What a great spot.

This was a solid brewery…read more Plenty of tables and things to do. Board games, basketball pong, jenga, and usually a live band. Parking is kind of a mess.

Such a cute place to kick it and grab a drink. Very spacious indoor outdoor location. I didn't have…read moreany food but the ambiance of the place was top tier. Kind of like park vibes. I will be coming back for the cirus vodka tasting room!

We had my nephews birthday party, we had nearly 25 little kids and about 10 parents. It was a nice…read moresize party but that staff was on it, they were helpful and supportive. The party was a hit, we will definitely visit again.

Still an amazing place to go. Staff is friendly and they always have something going onread more

Plenty of food, beer and wine option! Not your thing? They also have slushies and non- alcoholic…read morebeverages. We went in a Wednesday night and they have Trivia night on Wednesday! How fun! Place was packed, but service personnel were on point. Brewery very nice and clean. Simple style, perfect for a brewery!

A fun casual place! Three Leg Run warm atmosphere is…read morewelcoming to all. Pet friendly and kid friendly. They have a variety of activities including their Thursday Run club and Trivia Night. I met my son and his run club and enjoyed a couple fantastic craft brews. Three Leg Run also takes pride in making their own wine and mead. I didn't partake in food but the Cuban and Reuben sandwiches looked fantastic and got great compliments from the guests that ordered the panini style sandwiches. TVs are in place for sporting events. This is a great place to meet old and new friends.

RVA Draft Room is a pretty cool concept! All of their offerings are self-pour​ and you pay by the…read moreounce. They have a variety of glassware on hand in different sizes, so it's easy to create your own flight or to just pour a full pint. I had never visited a similar establishment in the past, so I had about 20 questions on how to operate everything. Here's the rundown: 1) Walk up to the cashier and give them your credit card. They will swipe it, give it back, and provide a card to access the taps. 2) Check the TV screen for the full digital listing of their available taps, or walk right up to the taps and read each individually. You can click on the beer name for a full description, including style, price per ounce, and abv. 3) Pick a glass, place the access card in the little slot, be sure you're on the main screen, and then pull the tap handle that corresponds to​ the beer. Each screen has two, with the taps beneath. Hold your glass at a 45-degree angle unless you're pouring cider, in which case it doesn't really matter. 4) Take your card, pick a seat or stand, and drink your beer. Repeat. 5) When you're ready to leave, walk back up to the cashier, choose your method of payment (I chose to just leave it on the same card...easy), select a tip, sign, and you're good to go. I tried six samples during my time there -- all about 3-4 ounces or less -- and paid $12 pre-tip. This is an excellent place to try a variety of beers. I imagine most names are recognizable...they carry stuff from Ardent and Isley, among other local and regional spots, but others aren't the easiest to find, such as Funky Buddha. RVA Draft Room is in the same open-format building as Zzaam, a tea place I forget the name of, and Sweet & Sassy BBQ. It's also centrally situated in Carytown. I didn't like the seating...I found it really uncomfortable. I think they need to invest in purse hooks and perhaps some stools with backs. I had to keep standing up to avoid hurting my back. Beyond the subpar seating, everything else was nice, and I think it's cool that they offer free tasting events as well. I'm sure I'll return at some point!

If you are looking for casual food options but also want a drink... this is probably your spot…read more There is Zzaam where you can get Korean food and then Sweet and Saucy if you want BBQ.... there is also a drink/dessert spot Kokee Tea where you can get bubble tea, or ice cream in a puffle cone. Basically you can sit at any of the spots each little restaurant gives you a number if you ordered anything and they deliver to your table. If you want beer you will need to see the attendant and get a card so you can self serve yourself beer, cider or wine. Supposedly they cap you at 64 oz but as long as you are not wasted of anything they say they can override it if you get to that point. As far as the spot goes.... it's very family friendly. Though I wish it was bigger than what it is. I also don't get why a lot of beer places are going for bar chairs and table tops instead of regular height tables and chairs. That would be my only complaint not the most comfortable. Though where the food options are there are normal tables and chairs but limited. Plus if you get there around noon half the tables are difficult to sit at due to the incredible sun that comes through... it would probably be better if they get some blinds. The draft room has games you can rent it seems like since the attendant oversees it. We brought our own since we weren't sure if they had anything to occupy our three and a half year old. As both my husband are beer, wine and cider drinkers you would think this would be heaven.... but we were both kind of disappointed with the selection. We drink just about all beer, wine and cider but we felt like the selection kind of lacked. Just to give you an idea of our favorite RVA breweries/cideries.... Strangeways, Hardywood, The Answer, Busky are probably our top places. I feel like if you are expecting something like any of the four I mentioned you may come out pretty disappointed. Though because of the food options and how it's casual, both my husband and I said we would be back since it's pretty family friendly. It's nice that it's not just one food truck option like most breweries or no options for food. So if you are hungry and are wanting to do some tastings definitely check it out. On another note... parking is kind of a pain since it's in Carytown... definitely stinks in the winter. My bet is when it gets nicer, traffic will really pick up since it looks like they have some nice outdoor seating!

I have loved the place for years. The staff is always friendly. Their swag is very nice…read more The variety of beer that they have is awesome. They keep a handful of core beers but I love how they are always experimenting. I really like the syrup that they put into their berliner weisse. Once the lockdown is past, this is a great place to go and relax. Nice outside section. They even offer some snacks.

Third stop on our Richmond tasting trail (something we like to do when visiting new towns/cities)…read more Bar tender greeted us and asked us what we would like to sample. Plenty of seating inside and an outdoor Biergarten with live music. Nothing fancy, but a great place to stop for a drink (or tasting) and hang out for a bit. Ended up going with the Smuckers, definitely recommend!

My friends and I decided to visit this distillery and we were all so happy we did…read more It was very welcoming and had that homey feeling where everyone knew each other. We each got a couple of drinks and we split two appetizers, and everything was very good. I opted for the Bonfire Buzz, which was one of the tastiest rum drinks I've had. It's made with spiced rum, apple cider and ginger beer, and definitely had a kick. We split the Red Eyed Goat and Finklestien's Nachos and both were really good. My other friend got the Beef on Weck sandwich with a side of mac and cheese and really enjoyed his meal. In addition to spirits and mixed drinks, they also offer beer and wine. This a cute place that gives back to the community, and is well worth a visit.

Went out here to go camping nearby and this place is a pretty solid gem within this local area…read more When they get busy parking can get a bit busy. Just note that there is extra parking behind the building. There aren't many great food / dining options within the local area but this place really is a great place in any area. The customer service is great, food is delicious, and the atmosphere is comfy. It was so nice for us that we actually came back twice during a 4 day vacation! :) Recommendation: You have to try the tomato pie dip. It's so delicious. If you're in the area, it's absolutely worth the visit. Food Taste: 5 Overall Service: 5 Value of service to cost: 5 Facility: 5 Ambiance: Small bar that's quaint and open. I enjoyed the decor within. Repeat customer: yes! Dog Friendly: I didn't ask - but maybe the patio?