The best bars & nightlife in Richmond

“This week, Echelon Wine Bar is your excuse to trade the grocery-aisle guesswork for thoughtful pours, fun classes, and a legit Wine Club that keeps discoveries coming. Grab a friend, taste through a few styles, then plot your next private dining flex or event while you sample something new.”

From the Richmond newsletter, August 5, 2026

“Family-friendly theater showcasing improv comedy shows in a casual atmosphere.”

“Grass-fed beef underlines this New Zealander gastropub decked in plank woods & corrugated tin.”

“Upmarket speakeasy-style cocktail bar tucked behind a bookshelf offering burlesque shows and comfort foods.”

“Cozy restaurant and bar offering modern, cocktail-inspired cuisine plus late-night bites.”

“Caribbean-themed bar for creative cocktails (rum being a focus) and small plates.”

“Relaxed wine bar and shop for charcuterie boards, cheese plates, sandwiches and bottles of wine from around the world.”

“Original of a mini-chain offering a long beer lineup & tavern fare in dark-wood pub surroundings.”

“Relaxed wine bar that also stocks an array of bottles for sale and serves tapas.”