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Barcode

Google (157) 4.2
Tripadvisor (15) 3.8
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What reviewers say

Visitors praise Barcode for its friendly staff, particularly mentioning "Big Bone" (Malik), good drinks with generous pours, and enjoyable bar food like wings. However, some reviewers report experiencing very slow and inattentive service, with long waits to order food and drinks.

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G4.2 🦉3.8
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Address
6 E Grace St, Richmond
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Phone
+1 804-547-1798

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About this place Barcode

Barcode is a gay bar on East Grace Street in downtown Richmond. Regulars describe it as a living museum of 1990s gay bars: mismatched décor, a long drinks list and a crowd that changes from night to night. The kitchen serves bar food that is better than you would expect, and there is an outdoor smoking patio. It opens at 6pm daily and closes at 2am, or at midnight on Mondays. It is a good choice for dinner and drinks in one place.

Opening Hours

Open Now · closes 02:00
Monday 18:00-00:00
Tuesday 18:00-02:00
Wednesday 18:00-02:00
Thursday 18:00-02:00
Friday 18:00-02:00
Saturday 18:00-02:00
Sunday 18:00-02:00

Features

Gay Karaoke Casual Food served Smoking Area Pool Table/Darts Outdoor Patio Pub/Tavern Safe space Community oriented Walk-ins welcome Mixed LGBTQ+ Pub Outdoor terrace No dress code Outdoor smoking only

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4.2
★★★★★
157 reviews

Based on 157 Google reviews.

Jules Dubois
Jules Dubois Jun 2026
★★★★★

Fun, friendly,and welcoming 🥰

Joe Melton
Joe Melton May 2026
★★★★★
Andrew Saunders
Andrew Saunders May 2026
★★★★★
Dakota Ownby
Dakota Ownby Apr 2026
★★★★★

Absolutely love barcode and the staff they are so welcoming and enjoyable to be around

Charles Bell
Charles Bell Apr 2026
★★★★★

Waited thirty minutes by the bar and did not get service. Owners, please hire an additional bartender.

evan
evan Apr 2026
★★★★★

It’s honestly the best gay dive bar in Richmond, Jackson is one of the sexiest and kindest bartenders I’ve met

Amanda Krull
Amanda Krull Apr 2026
★★★★★

Great atmosphere and delicious food. Awesome vibes from staff and other patrons ❤️

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Last updated on 2 November 2026

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