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    The Camel

    4.0 (96 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    THE CAMEL ATMOSPHERE

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    Divey
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    Loud
    Live music

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    Website mentions no requirement for under 16 to have an adult.
    Brandon C.

    Paid for my son to see a show at The Camel on Monday, August 8th, 2022. He was denied entry based on the fact he is 15. The website states that all ages shows are Sun-Thursday. No mention anywhere of the requirement to have a parent with anyone under 16. I'm out twenty bucks for the tickets, 15 bucks for gas, and my son was disappointed. Thanks Camel!! Go Hump yourself!

    Hiren K.

    First time at this place! Always drove by it on Broad never thinking twice about it because I'd always just see people outside smoking or drinking so I assumed it was a bar of some sort. Decided to come check it out for Burger Week because their options sounded really good. Went in around 7 and it was packed. There was a band there playing some awesome music and folks were dancing and having a great time. It's a seat yourself situation so we creepily hung around this one table where a couple were paying their bill. Took a look at the drink menu while we were waiting and it's pretty extensive. It also seems like they have a decent happy hour that ends at 7 which was unfortunate for us. Ordered an IPA for 5 bucks and it was really good. Waitress got our order within 10 minutes. I went for the drunken burger with a side of sweet potato fries while one of my friends got regular fries and another got a side of spinach (healthy guy). Burger came with a fried jalapeño Mac and cheese topping. It was delicious and hit the spot. Sweet potato fries were also good and the marinara like sauce they came with was nice. Friend got the black bean version of the burger which has a thick patty and he enjoyed it. Overall would say it was a good experience. Interested in coming back and trying one of their regular entrees and checking out the happy hour deals. Thanks to Burger Week for helping us discover this place!

    Christopher L.

    If you eat here, get the burger. It has an egg, some havarti cheese, and there's a bunch of garlic and spices mixed into the beef. Also it's really big. I picked it up and found I couldn't converse with anyone until it was done. The potatoes were good, a little undercooked, but who cares. It's probably one of my top 10 burgers. I'm looking forward to another Stay Sweet Fest, but really I'm looking forward to that burger again. Beer selection is good too, staff are nice as well.

    Burger + with a peak of salad in the back + added chicken.
    Victoria M.

    First night at The Camel, and I really enjoyed myself. I can't say I went for the food, I went for the live music and the drinks. Also thought it was still $5 Burger Week, because of a discrepancy in the website, so I guess I did go for food... $5 Burger Week is what introduced me to The Camel. My boyfriend got a burger and he said it was good. Only complaint was that it was cooked to medium vs. medium-rare. I didn't try it, but I tasted the sweet potato fries and they were delicious. His meal was also presented very well. I ordered a Caprese Salad + added chicken, and was expecting chunks of mozzarella. It was a good looking salad, presented very beautifully and I enjoyed it, just not what I had in mind when I think of caprese salad. There was very minimal mozzarella (and I was craving mozzarella hard), just a few sprinkles of shredded cheese. (I accidentally deleted the photo while making room on my phone). So just keep that in mind when ordering (maybe request chunks vs shreds). Like I said, I didn't go for the food, so it really wasn't a huge deal. Service was nice, we enjoyed our time, the extensive choice in beers, clean restrooms, live music (local and out of towners) made up for any small issues with our meal -- we will definitely be back!

    Caprese Benedict
    April K.

    When we first arrived it took a few mins for a waitress to get our drink orders- or even water being brought to us. It was pretty dark inside and local artists were on stage performing. My friend and I ordered our food. I got the chicken and waffles which was pretty good. The only thing that I would change for the next time I go- would to ask for the syrup on the side. The waffles were soggy and too sweet, but that was my fault for not thinking through. The other order was caprese Benedict. It was good but needed a wee bit of salt. Otherwise a good place to support local bands. A very chill atmosphere.

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    Gina W.

    After several nights of "rocking" in Penn and DC, my band made our way to Richmond to play The Camel. The bandmates I rode to Richmond with had been talking in depth about the different chain restaurants and subpar service we typically get. Hmm..sounds like we are sort of a snobby band...LOL Nonetheless, when we arrived at The Camel we eagerly wanted to check out the venue. The stage and sound were awesome.The icing on the cake is that the menu and bar had a great selection. I ordered a Veggie Panini with salad. The other two bandmates ordered a sausage sandwich and a pesto chicken sandwich. The food was amazing. I often order veggie panini's from Tonic in DC and Cosi. However they tend to be a bit greasy. That wasn't the case at this restaurant. The wait staff was awesome, and they poured a large tequila shot for me. Yum I will definitely go back again.

    Nikki G.

    The food and drink specials here are great. The menu is diverse and the daily entertainment is eclectic and fun! My favorite dishes are veg or seafood options, but my brunch favorite is the Bayside Beni. Cheap MIMOSAAAAAAAS and bloody Mary options.

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    13 years ago

    Great venue for local bands. Incredible beer selection. Epic food. Some nights the bands can draw a interesting crowd.

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    11 years ago

    Real good food! Recommend trying the sausage stars or if you're real hungry or with friends the nachos are fantastic! Good beer selection.

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    10 years ago

    The service was awful and rude. The music was too loud. The food was mediocre at best. Will not be back.

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