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Thirsty's Queer Bar

Google (392) 4.4

Tripadvisor (22) 4.1

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Visitors praise Thirstys Bar and Grill for its friendly, unpretentious atmosphere and good food, especially the burgers and house-made chips. Some reviewers note that it's a smaller venue than expected and that it does not serve hard liquor, while others mention the drinks can be surprisingly strong.

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G4.4 🦉4.1

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Address

3516 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond

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Phone

+1 804-918-3080

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About this place Thirsty's Queer Bar

Thirsty's Queer Bar, a queer‑owned spot on Forest Hill Avenue, blends low‑key drinks with a rotating lineup of community events. The place used to be Thirsty's Bar and Grill, but the new name signals a clear focus on its LGBTQ+ roots. It’s more a neighborhood hangout than a club, with a menu that nudges bar food toward something a bit more thoughtful. Karaoke, drag, trans nights, bear nights, board games and even a book club fill the calendar, so you’ll always find something odd or familiar happening. The crowd is a mixed, local bunch that feels more like friends than strangers. Hours run from 3 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Friday nights push out to 1 a.m., Saturday to midnight, while Sunday shuts early at 7 p.m.; Monday is closed. Set back from the downtown bar strip, most patrons arrive by car or rideshare. Google rates it 4.4 stars, a decent reflection of its steady, if understated, reputation.

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Opening Hours

Open Now · closes 23:00

Monday Closed

Tuesday 15:00-23:00

Wednesday 15:00-23:00

Thursday 15:00-23:00

Friday 15:00-01:00

Saturday 15:00-00:00

Sunday 15:00-19:00

Features

Gay LGBTQ+ Happy Hour Drag shows Casual Food served Outdoor Patio Safe space Community space Walk ins welcome Mixed LGBTQ+ Themed parties Outdoor terrace No dress code

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4.4

★★★★★

392 reviews

Based on 392 Google reviews.

Tyler Cataldo May 2026

★★★★★

K Bob May 2026

★★★★★

Justin Moore Apr 2026

★★★★★

I’ve been here a couple times and service has been mediocre at best. Tonight I went there and sat at the bar. I was completely ignored. It was like I was invisible. I’m older so I’m figuring that might have made invisible. Gay people DO BETTER!

Jacob Coots Apr 2026

★★★★★

Local gay dive bar. Special lgbtq events every week. Decent bar food. Strong drinks. Large outdoor patio and deck. Lounge area with pool and some arcade games and couches.

Trollin On the RVA Mar 2026

★★★★★

Ed Davis Mar 2026

★★★★★

Elijah Martin Feb 2026

★★★★★

Cool environment, very cheap drinks, but they *really* need to warn you how strong the drinks are. 1 screwdriver and I was drunk for over 5 hours. There must have been 3-4 shots in one $5 drink. I wish they would’ve warned me