Bars

RIC_lafayette tavern_FEB
Food
Restaurant roundup: New and coming soon to Richmond
Try out these new places and see what to look forward to in the River City’s restaurant scene.
March 18, 2026 06:30 PM
 · 
Elise Steele
RICtoday_CelesteFarms_SupperClub
Food
11 pop-ups and supper clubs in Richmond
Get a taste of the up-and-coming concepts in the Richmond food scene.
August 23, 2024
 · 
Robin Schwartzkopf
RICtoday_VirginiaCocktailGames
Food
That’s the spirit: Cast your vote in the Virginia Cocktail Games
The statewide competition features three finalists from Richmond competing to be named Virginia’s 2024 Cocktail of the Year.
August 1, 2024
 · 
Robin Schwartzkopf
An RICtoday sticker held in front of a Hardywood brewery glass
Culture
Local libations: A round of Richmond-centric craft beers
A turn of phrase here, a recognizable Richmond nod there — these craft beers found around the River City take local pride seriously.
July 23, 2024
 · 
Monica Garske
Six juices sit on a table in front of a brick wall.
Food
Your map to refreshing beverages in the River City
Whether you’re on the hunt for a smoothie, juice, boba tea, or frozen marg, here’s your guide to local drinks to cool you down.
July 22, 2024
 · 
Robin Schwartzkopf
a latte sits next to a laptop on a sunny day
Food
Toast of the town: Drink Up Week has arrived
This week — Monday, July 22-Friday, July 26, 2024 — we’re shining a spotlight on the vibrant drink scene in Richmond.
July 19, 2024
 · 
Staff
An aerial shot of the Richmond skyline
Culture
Where to take visitors in Richmond
Show your guests all the best spots in the city
July 5, 2024
 · 
David Lefkowitz
a shot of the sunset over richmond, va
Travel and Outdoors
CNN names Richmond no. 1 US town to visit
Richmond takes top spot in the inaugural ranking
June 25, 2024
 · 
David Lefkowitz
An RICtoday sticker held in front of a Hardywood brewery glass
Food
Cheers: We’re celebrating Drink Up Week — here’s how to join us
We’ll be toasting to the bountiful beverage industry across Richmond, VA from Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26, 2024.
May 24, 2024
 · 
Monica Garske
RICtoday_BrunchGuide_Casa
Play
30+ great brunch restaurants to try in Richmond
Check out these River City restaurants, cafes, and diners serving a variety of egg dishes, mimosas, bloody marys, and more.
April 15, 2024
 · 
Staff
RICtoday_PizzaGuide_Pupatella
Food
Vote in RICtoday’s pizza bracket
We want to know: Where is the best pizza in Richmond? Vote for your favorites to help determine a champion.
March 11, 2024
 · 
Brianna Williams
Load More
The Buy

Shop The Buy
Latest News
More from RICtoday
A brown-feathered hen in resting on hay with two eggs next to it; the hen is an an enclosure.
City
Guide to owning chickens in Richmond
Cracking the code to urban farming.
March 31, 2026
 · 
Elise Steele
A blue sky with dozens of kites; people at the bottom of the frame hold kite strings and tilt their heads up toward the sky.
Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Richmond
Bookmark this page to your favorites tab so you can quickly return and find the top events happening each month in Richmond.
March 27, 2026
 · 
Elise Steele
A vibrant cityscape at night with a brightly lit tower at the center, under a starry sky with the Milky Way visible, creating a majestic and serene atmosphere.
Travel and Outdoors
Which cities share Richmond’s latitude and longitude?
Directly north, east, south, and west, cities across the world await.
March 27, 2026
 · 
Patrick Sidwell
A white "Uptown Community Garden" banner hanging on a fence; a community garden within the fence
Culture
15+ community gardens in Richmond
See where Richmonders are cultivating friendships and fresh produce.
March 25, 2026
 · 
Staff
Poet Mary Oliver sits on a chair; she holds a dog in her arms and looks in its direction; the dog has multiple spots on its back, ears, and over one eye.
Culture
VCU professor to premiere documentary about poet Mary Oliver
Attend the Richmond premiere of “Saved by the Beauty of the World” at the 32nd James River Film Festival.
March 24, 2026
 · 
Elise Steele
A girl blows bubbles in the direction of a yellow labrador dog wearing a green bandana around its neck.
Culture
Find a volunteer gig in Richmond based on your personality type
What kind of volunteer are you? Find out, and see what upcoming local opportunity suits your style.
March 23, 2026
 · 
Elise Steele
RIC_rainwater_harvesting_MARCH
Real Estate
Learn how to harvest rainwater + get a starter kit in Richmond
Help conserve water and lower your bills with a rainwater harvesting system in your backyard.
March 19, 2026
 · 
Elise Steele
RIC_hummingbird_MARCH
Travel and Outdoors
Catch a glimpse of migrating hummingbirds in Richmond
The birds are coming back through our area, and we rounded up the best spots to see them around town.
March 19, 2026
 · 
Patrick Sidwell
The Pink Cadillac Diner building with cars parked in front and a background of trees and a blue sky with clouds.
Travel and Outdoors
Underrated day trips from the Richmond area
Eager to get on the road, but don’t want to travel too far? Adventure out to these driveable destinations, and check out our bonus recommendations for weekend stays.
March 18, 2026
 · 
Elise Steele
The VCU men's basketball team posing on a basketball court with the A10 Championship title.
Sports
🏀 VCU Rams + UR Spiders join the NCAA Tournament
Root for these RVA teams heading to the “Big Dance.”
March 16, 2026
 · 
Elise Steele