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Fallout

Google (270) 4.3
Tripadvisor (3) 2.3
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Many visitors praise Fallout for its welcoming atmosphere and good music, finding it a comfortable space for self-expression. However, some guests report negative interactions with staff, particularly at the door, and describe the venue as cliquey or unwelcoming.

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Address
117 N 18th St, Richmond
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Phone
+1 804-343-3688

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About this place Fallout

Fallout is Richmond’s go‑to spot for goth, industrial and kink‑centric nights, drawing a queer‑friendly crowd in Shockoe Bottom. On North 18th Street, Fallout feels more like a club than a bar. The décor leans heavy on metal and dark lighting, and the music swings between post‑punk and industrial beats. It’s not a typical gay bar, but the patrons are openly queer and the vibe feels inclusive. The door opens at 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Weeknights it stays open until 2 a.m.; on Friday and Saturday it pushes to 3 a.m. It’s closed on Sundays. Theme nights change weekly, and dress codes can be strict. Before you head in, glance at the event schedule—some nights are fetish‑oriented and come with a no‑photo rule and a “ask before you touch” policy. Respect those guidelines, and you’ll get the most out of the night.

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Opening Hours

Closed
Monday 18:00-02:00
Tuesday 18:00-02:00
Wednesday 18:00-02:00
Thursday 18:00-02:00
Friday 18:00-03:00
Saturday 18:00-03:00
Sunday Closed

Features

Gay Gay-friendly (straight venue) LGBTQ+ Drag shows Casual Leather/Fetish Mixed LGBTQ+ Underground Sex-positive DJ sets Dance club Themed parties No dress code Late night (after midnight)

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4.3
★★★★★
270 reviews

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Rose Nylund
Rose Nylund Jun 2026
★★★★★

Used to come here regularly, now I tell people to stay away. From the horrid interactions I've seen between staff and my friends ( for example, one time the front desk lady brought up personal, years old, unrelated to Fallout drama as they were IDing us) or the patrons I've seen physically assault others and be allowed back... this place just makes me uncomfortable now.

Dionne Barton
Dionne Barton Jun 2026
★★★★★
Marley McDermott
Marley McDermott Jun 2026
★★★★★

fallout is one of my favorite places on earth. there are no other spots in richmond where i feel as comfortable talking to people without fear of judgement, it has by far the best music at any bar/club around, the food is solid, the drinks are moderately priced (not superrrr cheap but much cheaper than a lot of other places and very good), every member of the staff i’ve met is lovely, and they have such great events every single week. i truly get major FOMO every night i’m not there!!

Christopher Wells
Christopher Wells Jun 2026
★★★★★

By far my favorite place for the alt scene. You dont have to be a part of the Goth scene to be here, there are lots of different events and the food is fairly priced and delicious. Can't wait to get my membership!

Gabby Carey
Gabby Carey Jun 2026
★★★★★
tatyana the destroyer
tatyana the destroyer May 2026
★★★★★

Seems very cliquey?? Went here alone as an alt black woman for goth karaoke expecting a welcoming, warm, inclusive space, but was met with the opposite. I tried to make slight conversation with the people standing outside and they looked at me like they were shocked I was talking to them. Guy at the front was rude at best and I’m assuming a staff member stood in my way talking to other people when I was trying to enter, either didn’t hear my excuse me or didn’t care because I had to maneuver around them. The bartender was nice at least. Just a very negative experience for me. Bleh. Won’t be back.

Emily Moore
Emily Moore May 2026
★★★★★

Really welcoming of new people, great music and prices. 10/10

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