The Camel
| Address: | 1621 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA |
| Phone: | +1 804-353-4901 |
| Site: | thecamel.org |
| Rating: | 4.2 |
| Working: | 3PM–2AM 3PM–2AM 3PM–2AM 3PM–2AM 3PM–2AM 11AM–2AM 11AM–2AM |
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Jack Nihil
In a city where its more difficult than most, The Camel refuses to be just a bar. They dedicate an entire half of the building to an awesome music venue equipped with a stage and great sound and lights (not to mention the talented crew hired to run them for any act that desires). They allow free shows to up and coming bands and let established acts collect the door covers they deserve, making music of all styles and levels happen 7 nights a week. The food and chefs are legendary and the beer selection supports local breweries while rotating a wide variety of beers from all over the world and keeping a fun cheap selection for those who prefer it. Eat there, drink there, party there, start a band and play there! Richmond lives at The Camel.
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Ellen Foster
The Camel! Perfect "dive" atmosphere! Staff likes working there. Treat us as frineds. Cool altenative blues, blues rock, bluegrass, acoustic, rock and roll, reggae, burlesque and more. Dont fence them in when it comes to the styles of music they bring in. They support local/ regional musicians. I really enjoy their food! Although not still on the menu, the shrimp and grits were awesome. The sausage stars are a great standby. Nice changing selection of beers and yummy bloodies on Sunday! Georgia, Kyle and team most always pleasant.
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A Private User
You like music? This is the place for you - Im not that big on live music but this is a great spot to grab a surprisingly awesome meal, good wine, and (my friends tell me) good beer. The Camel generously hosted and provided entertainment for a fundraiser I organized and the service, food and ambiance were wonderful. The parking isnt great but hey - this is the city. Full disclosure: The owner is an acquaintance, but I feel Im giving a fair review.
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Brianna Dunlap
I was very displeased! I came out for an open mic/concert and the show was shut down as soon as I got in the staff was tentative; however, they did not let my friend in who had a Proper identification! Worse experience ever. O did I forget they let a whole bunch of under aged kids in and then kicked them out when they couldnt handle them !!!!!
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Karen Headley
I love the Camel for their sunday music brunches. Great beer selection. I think food ia very good for a music bar. Staff are super friendly but they are always short staffed so dont go super hungry. Your food might take awhile but Ive alwys been pleased. And i am really there for the music anyway.
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Mark Peterson
I can only speak to the live music experience. I like to photograph live music and the Camel is one of my favorite places to shoot. The sound and lighting are always very enjoyable. The service is quick and attentive for how crowded it can get.
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Matthew Webb
Found two amazing groups while visiting here. My friend and I went on a whim because we werent ready to go home, and had so much fun. Bar area for food, separate place for the band and to eat. Worth visiting if you get the chance.
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Brian Loeper
The camel is a great place to see local musicians, they showcase local painters and artists, have a great beer selection and the food is on point. Highly recommended as it has always been one of my favorite spots in richmond.
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Janai Jackson
The music was great! The food was surprisingly extremely delicious! We tried a few different things & had some to take home. Large beer selection; I tried something new for the first time & loved it! Highly recommend
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Stefan Scali
Food is solid. Not spectacular, but solid. I would say its best offering is the live music at night and a varied and LOCAL beer selection, which is great. A little outside seating/place to smoke. Nice bartenders.
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Justin Buhl
This place has good drink specials and really great live music. Food is ok, but it is a great place to go grab a drink and a show. There are cover fees sometimes and it can get very crowded if its a popular band.
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Joseph Fessman
My favorite place to go, the food is beyond good and the bartenders are always happy to see you. Theres always live music every night and you cant beat the atmosphere anywhere else!
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Roger Underhill
Good spot for live music! Like most venues in Richmond, its a bit small and not built for music but it is non-smoking, has a wood floor and bar! Thats all I need for a fun night!
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casey wheeler
Food was really good. Surprised at how dead it was tho. Seems the people come for the band, which is warming up. Little dark, but a great dive. Great local beer selection.
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Jack Thomson
This is a really good bar and music venue. Staff is very attentive. Food and beer selection is excellent. Have been several times to see really good bands. I recommend.
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Angelica Bega
The food here usually surprises me. Their RVA Burger Week entry for 2016 was delicious. They also have a good craft beer selection and great live music.
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Taber Andrew Bain
Great casual show venue, and dont be afraid to order a snack or a meal - what comes out of the kitchen is substantial and delicious. Excellent happy hour.
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AC Chapman
Great Easter brunch! The band was wonderful! Everyone had a great time dancing, eating and drinking. Banana Fosters french toast and mimosas=happy lady!
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Drake Leskowyak
Pretty awesome, the ice tea could look a little more appealing, buts its all good. Enjoying my experience here, definitely would come back again!!
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Mary Woodruff
I love that they always have something going on. The food is incredible. The staff are super nice. Never had a bad experience here.
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David Russell
The best small music venue in Richmond. Two rooms, one with a bar with a great on tap selection and the stage in the other.
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Brenek McIntosh
Nice bar, nice venue, wouldnt recommend seeing a performance of youre claustrophobic, but otherwise its enjoyable.
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Shannon Roulet
Pretty spacious venue, decent beer selection, lots of bathrooms. Does tend to get very loud/wild on a good night.
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Kathy Duncan
Interesting local live music scene. VCU crowd. Decent selection of alcohol. Did not try any food. Good vibes.
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Sue Cline
Caught an early show and a quick meal. Good service and well prepared food. The band was pretty good too!
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D.J Baldwin II
I come here for the great beer selection!!! The happy hour special makes it that much sweeter.
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C Marshall-Auernheimer
Outstanding brunch, wide variety of music, sausage stars a must, great neighborhood venue!
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Chip Sanford
Nice casual venue. Great Sunday brunch band "Dead Giveaway" Grateful Dead cover band.
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Nick Morgan
Congrats on the new menu. Food is a step up and much improved, was a nice surprise.
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Katherine Bohn
My favorite place to see shows! Very intimate and decently priced entry and drinks.
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Am eh tour Jess
Great experience all around. As a band member the staff are very accommodating!!!
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Lilia Vaughan
Decent dive bar. Had to wait forever to get check from bartender in the weeds.
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Quincy Dodge
Cool staff owned bar that a lot of locals hang out. Theres always live music.
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Daniel Upshaw
Super shows here all the time, often packed. They have this down to a science.
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hanu
I like a fied oyster here!!!!!!!!!!!! Thts really awesome! Draft beer as well
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estelle lee
First time here and its great! The band is awesome #slank good sound system
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Keith Bryan
Good happy hour specials. Great place to pre-game before Rams Basketball!
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Matthew Townes
Sweet potatoes fries were amazing. Decent craft beer selection as well.
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Lynn Anthony
EXCELLENT menu! Beautiful presentation. Practically perfect service.
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Paul Gupta
Great local venue. Good selection of craft beers. Delicious food.
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Michael Crose
Longtime favorite. Good food, good beer, music every single night
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Michael Sefchek
Very cool place, great beers on tap, good bar tender, good music.
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Kayla Driscoll
They have my favorite beer and really awesome bands. Im hooked!
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Peter Fisher-Duke
Sound acoustics arent great but it pulls in a lot of good bands
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