Wednesday friend's day (evening) @thehivebarandgrill was a good time! Extended HH and fun drinks and food! Excellent customer service and a nice vibe! I had the liquid marijuana (4.2/5, nice little kick) and the HH wings (honey bourbon fried hard 4.7/5 and served with fries 3.1/5). I definitely want to head back soon! read more

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Checked this place out and absolutely AMAZING! The happy hour is perfect, the music had me completely vibing, and those curry mussels are hands down my new favorite dish in Richmond. Already planning my next visit! read more

The Hive Bar & Grill - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

The Hive has been on my list for a while, and I finally made it there for a late-night visit. It did not disappoint. From the moment I walked in, I was impressed with how welcoming the staff was, and the overall ambiance was inviting. If I had one critique, it would be that the music was a little on the loud side for comfort, but when it came to the food, they nailed it. I ordered the Brussels sprouts and the mashed taters, both of which were covered in Parmesan (which seems to be a popular garnish here). The Brussels sprouts were tossed in a sweet sauce that hit just the right balance, while the mashed taters were unlike anything I've had before. Instead of the traditional style, they were fried--crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside--and topped with a sauce that complemented them perfectly. Overall, it was a great experience. Flavorful dishes, good vibes, and a place I'd definitely come back to. read more

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It pays to be outside on a sunny day. I entered on the side of this establishment ( great for takeout). There is off street parking in the historic Jackpot Ward. I choose a strawbaby & banana smoothie. I tasted every strawberry & banana with oat milk. I wasn't hungry but I'm southern and can't pass up peach cobbler. This was a great dessert choice and my big mama would be proud. It is a great place for lunch or dinner. The atmosphere is friendly and customers smiles is perfect representation of excellence. Ms Brandy was a joy to talk to and her service was top shelf like the liquor at the bar. read more

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My friends and I stopped for lunch. Everything was great. I really enjoyed the shrimp & grit cakes. The grit cakes were crispy and cooked just right with a creamy cajun sauce. I've never had a grit cake so I was pleasantly surprised. The burger had a nice jam on it. The atmosphere was kind & welcoming. read more

The Hive Bar & Grill - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

The food is delicious, the drinks are strong, and the energy and vibes are amazing! The staff is wonderful, and the manager is very personable and welcoming. I always enjoy coming here! read more

The Hive Bar & Grill - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

The ambiance is very nice I love the theme of the restaurant down to the food names and how your food is presented. The service was good when we went, I have seen a lot of people had a long wait time. I rated it 3 starts because the food was mediocre and lacked flavor, we had to add seasoning in order for it to taste good. Overall, I don't think I would go back but give it a try! read more

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Man these people act like you got no place to be and have an attitude while doing it. I came here cause I wanted a quick smoothie at 4:36pm. It is now 4:51pm and I have YET to get my smoothie. I ended up getting my smoothie at 4:55pm. Madness. Additionally after I ordered the person making the smoothie slowly got up with no sense or urgency. I figured I could come in for a quick healthy snack and they dragged it out as if I got a MEAL. furthermore they falsely advertise this place as a juice bar I arrive and it's a restaurant and bar. I called ahead with confusion as the juice bar is in the back but it's not even staffed. I was met rudely by the person on the phone but when you call the juice bar off the number on Google it redirects you to the bar. I got the green goddess smoothie and when I finally got my smoothie it was delicious. I will also be attaching a photo of the menu. They listed at almond milk would be an upcharge of $1 not not oat milk. I was then charged for oat milk as well. I didn't even care for the milk I would have opted for the spring water option. The lady ended up giving me my $1 back but to me it's really principle. I won't be coming back here again as the experience was awful. Makes sense why the spot was empty when I arrived. read more

The Hive Bar & Grill - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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I went here for birthday brunch. We were able to sit right away but service was slowww and took forever. They were very understaffed. I ordered a smoothie and never got it. I ordered the Belgian waffle and they forgot half the toppings I asked for. The food was decent but not worth the wait. They comped the Bloody Mary but that was it. read more

The Hive Bar & Grill - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I was very disappointed that this establishment was not staffed well on a Saturday at 5:30. The welcoming was exciting however quickly turns sour due to the lack of staff one bartender /waiter/ slow moving man behind the bar, however I give him credit. He handled it well because it was fairly crowded in there and the young lady who came into the restaurant to work with a straight attitude, face balled up, changing shoes inside the restaurant instead of going into the bathroom worried about music instead of waiting on customers‍now let's get to the food my friends food french fries was soggy. She did not complain about the shrimp. My vegan chili taco nachos were OK but the catfish nuggets and french fries I ordered after I asked the bartender to not make my fries like my friends They were good. I'm upset because I support black businesses no matter what town part of town they're in and no matter who is sitting in there however I would not be coming back to the HIVE BAR because the manager should've came in and helped the one waiter/bartender/greeter until her staff arrived and got the bar back to clean and orderly not to mention a broken ATM machine in there. HIRE MORE PEOPLE bc you about lose more staff!! Not only that why is your cooks coming out and asking us how the food is and making out one bartender to bring out all the food for all the customers instead of helping them out please enforce a team environment!!! To think I drove from Maryland too.. read more

The Hive Bar & Grill - vegan chilli nachos - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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I am so happy to see this beautiful space brought back to life! The Hive Bar & Grill (and The Hive Market) is something you don't want to miss. Brandi Battle-Brown, the owner, had the grand opening yesterday on her birthday! What better way to celebrate. Both spaces have cozy twinkle lights. Inside the market is a gorgeous painting of their name. Outside both spaces is a beautiful mural by Jowarnise. Inside the bar and grill are lovely gold accents and Donna Summers records hang on the wall. We went on their grand opening night. It was fun to see and feel how new the space was because even our server had to review some things. Our server was great and attentive. He asked for our opinions and feedback. As a Yelper, I know you're here to read about the food. Here is what we tried: Kinky Kougar: I'm not one to blush while ordering drinks, but this was a fun name. The cocktail was nice too! I'm the type of person who doesn't want to taste alcohol in her drink, so was very happy that the pineapple juice was strong here. I loved the touch of lavender. Bee's Sting: My partner said this felt like drinking an amazing hot honey cocktail. It had a very nice kick and it smelled incredible. Fried Green Tomatoes: These were divine. I loved that it was the perfect amount of fried. The crunch was excellent and it wasn't too greasy. Crab Mac&Cheese: Old bay heaven meets your favorite family's barbeque mac and cheese. This dish is HUGE. Imagine your classic mac and cheese side x 4. It's a generous portion with delicious cheese, crab, macaroni, and a lovely touch of old bay. The cheese pull is gonna look amazing in your Yelp photos. The Big Brie Burger: MUST GET. This was divine. They cooked it exactly how I asked/liked it. The bacon, garlic butter brioche, and arugula really elevated this burger. I'm so grateful that The Hive Bar & Grill is finally open. I'm excited to come back to try the breakfast and wine at The Hive Market. read more

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I met a couple of friends here for lunch after checking out the Black History Museum and Cultural Center. It's within walking distance on a pleasant day. I really dug the bar/diner vibe combo and the appreciation for Black art. The food was good and the service was incredibly hospitable (being in DC, I always forget what good customer service is like). The pace was a little slow, but it was a lazy Tuesday afternoon, so it was perfect for our need. I'll definitely go back on my next visit to RVA. 4.25 out of 5 stars read more

Great food! Great Service and an even better atmosphere. The wait was minimal and karaoke Sunday is an epic event.

It was a great experience. It's their only 2nd night opened. Wait staff were very friendly and helpful sharing their recommendations and seemed excited by the new restaurant. The food was delicious. The wings were crispy and nice. They were small but served many with tasty sweet sauce. We ordered Brussel sprouts as a 2nd appetizer, which was nice. They were simple and very good. I ordered the Shrimp and Grit. I thought the presentation was only average but the taste was awesome!! I loved them. My buddy had the Brie burger and loved it. I'm Excited to return and try other dishes. read more

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I've been here a couple of times now. In general I love the whole vibe of the bar. First visit -- 5 stars no questions. This latest visit was not quite as fabulous. They do make some delicious signature cocktails. And the wings are to die for. Service was hit or miss -- first bartender was pretty attentive. The second one struggled (I got the sense she was newer.) We were trying to wrap up to be ready for our rideshare. I had to walk up to the counter to pay (as she had not been by the table and had her back to us) There was an issue separating the tab (again - I think she was newer) given the rush no time to review the bill in detail or separate so I just paid everything. After reviewing it today I discovered a cocktail we didn't order and an automatic 20% gratuity was be included. Never mentioned and I did not see it printed anywhere (it may have been -- no one in our group saw it. With that said we ended paying $69 on a $195. Unfortunately, not a 35% service experience. I understand why restaurant owners are including gratuity in the bill automatically--while I have opinions on that topic--what's productive in this forum is being aware it's being done there and it is a full 20%. Despite it not being a 5 star experience this weekend, I will be back. I'll just read my tab carefully before paying. read more

The Hive Bar & Grill - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

The atmosphere here is fun, nice & laid back all at the same time. Our waiter was knowledgeable and patient. The food was very authentic and different in a very delicious way! yummy!! Will definitely be returning especially for Wine Wednesdays read more

Nice staff, superb chicken and waffles and toasts, worth the wait. Only setback was music was too loud. Loud enough not to hear your nearby guest in a conversation. Get that chicken biscuit, mimosa, French toast. Cute and cozy; bar felt more comfortable than outdoor area read more

The Hive Bar & Grill - Chicken and busicuit, delicious, please add that pickle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

My husband and I love the Hive! We come here somewhat frequently since it's so close to where we live, and the bartenders are always super kind & personable to the customers, and make it a great experience. I tried the crab Mac and cheese, and it was the best I've ever had. I was a little hesitant to order it because it was kind of expensive, but I unexpectedly had leftovers & would definitely get it again! It's a super small little corner bar, but don't judge a book by its cover. This place is a fan favorite! read more

The Hive Bar & Grill - Crab Mac and cheese - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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I went in for brunch and they had the absolute best salmon cakes I have ever had and the breakfast potatoes were delicious. I would definitely recommend this restaurant !!! read more

I can not say enough good things about this restaurant!! My friends and I were staying at a local AirB&B and decided to dip in for dinner. We fell in love with this hidden gem. We were treated to wonderful food & great service. Leke, our waitress, was attentive and helpful!! Annette came over to check on us. Her sweet smile and sunny disposition was the cherry on top of our fabulous experience. I highly recommend the bee sting and the kinky kougar to drink! If you do not order the shrimp and grits you are seriously missing out! read more

My son took me to lunch at The Hive Bar & Grill to celebrate my Birthday. I just recently became aware of The Hive's existence thru a post I saw on Instagram. I knew I definitely wanted to visit this establishment as it is a Black family owned business & I am always excited to support businesses such as this one. I sincerely enjoyed my meal at The Hive. I had their Honey & Bourbon Shrimp, Macaroni & Cheese & the Kinky Cougar Cocktail. The food was delicious. The shrimp was spicy but not too spicy and the shrimp was not over cooked. The Mac & Cheese was my favorite sampling of M & C thus far in the area. I am not a Mac & Cheese fan so the fact that I ate my entire serving speaks to how yummy this dish was. From the seasoning to the tenderness of the pasta. I would definitely order the Mac & Cheese on a return visit. The cocktail was fun & flirty. Just as the name suggests. The ambience & the service were top notch. I loved that the wall decor was classic record album covers. The service was welcoming, courteous & attentive. This is definitely a business I would frequent. And I look forward to returning to try more menu options. read more

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I visited The Hive Bar and Grill that's Black Owned and recently opened located in the Jackson Ward area of RVA. I decided to check them out during Brunch which is only available on Sunday's. We arrived at 10am as soon as they turned on the lights lol. Our server was nice and she might have been the only person working the front. They are new so let's give them some grace. My homie Whitney and I split the shrimp & grit cakes and were glad we did because the serving size is huge! Now one thing about RVA is there is no shortage of shrimp and grits on the menus around here haha. The Hive's variation of the dish is delicious! They are fried grits! They are so good and flavorful! Very creamy like I prefer them to be. The frozen drinks are tasty as well. They had a good Neo-soul playlist jamming in the background too! I will definitely be going back for dinner soon. Go check it out y'all! read more

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Service was great, food was satisfying, ambiance was top tier. My first time at The Hive and I will be back. 10 out of 10 recommend. read more

The Hive Bar & Grill - Great place highly recommend - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Wish I took a picture of the food! It was a great late night stop. We sat at the bar and just missed the happy hour rush. Our bartender was amazing! Kept the drinks flowing and was super attentive. The vibe in the place was fun! No mother way to describe it. We were singing and having a great time. The fried green tomatoes were the best I've had in a long time. We also got the honey bourbon shrimp which were cooked to perfection. Will be back just to have a good time! read more

The experience and staff was incredible wings are super fresh with a nice crisp too them beautiful black owned business definitely will be back Oh and the drinks are fire ‼ read more

The Hive Bar & Grill - Red White and Bougie - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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I'm currently walking out of the restaurant after waiting an hour and still not received my drink. Although I came during karaoke night, there was absolutely no reason for the service to be slow considering majority of everyone were already severed. Sorely disappointed and the lack of acknowledgment from the waitstaff was astonishing. I guess the guaranteed 20% gratuity aided in that lack of customer service. read more

Food, atmosphere and customer service was on point. Love it so much. Great Date place...... read more

The Hive Bar & Grill - Crab cakes and eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Tried The Hive Bar & Grill for breakfast while visiting Richmond! Quaint little restaurant with good vibes & friendly service. Lil miss "pumpkin" was amazing & made us feel right at home !! But ask her about their homemade hot sauce, ! Would recommend for an easy going good bite while in Richmond! read more

I went with family for Happy Hour on 07/22/25. We literally were the only people in the entire building from 6pm-8pm. The hive dry rub wings had no flavor. The Cajun crab fries had no flavor even after asking for a cup of old bay seasoning. The 1st waiter picked up the uneaten wings and trashed them and then the 2nd waiter proceeded to give everyone their checks still charging for the uneaten seasoned wings. After bringing up the concerns the 2nd waiter stated they had to call the manager to get further directions. After speaking with the manager the 2nd waiter took ONLY $5 off the uneaten wings. read more

Very cute intimate ambiance. Got the chicken and waffles and the French toast and chicken. The chicken was seasoned and flavored perfectly. The French toast was average and the bread could be thicker. Over all good experience. The bartender / waitress was very pleasant. read more

I went to this restaurant with a friend on a Sunday. Immediately sat at the bar and was greeted with stellar service. Food was great. The ambiance is very cozy and homey. However I did have to pay a 20% gratuity charge when it was only me and one other person. Yes I did still tip. read more

Great menu and service. Had a drink at a good deal for happy hour which is an everyday thing!

If I could give 10 stars I would. This place did not disappoint the food the drink the vibe was all top tier!! And let me not forget that amazing staff. Thank you and I will be back soon! 10 stars read more

We were excited to finally go to the Hive and support a new business. When we walked in it seems they really didn't change much to the interior except the vibe was OFF. The server was so nice but had no idea if they served wine and then our food was mid at best. Chicken was dry and the chicken fingers were not good -- how do you screw up chicken fingers?! I guess we should have known something was up when a place is kinda empty on a first friday read more

The service took way longer than needed for a small venue, I ordered the Cajun pasta and there was nothing Cajun about it. Basic, no hype pasta and chicken with a cream sauce. When the business was informed of their service the owner seemed offended and not open to feedback. Love support black business but this wasn't my best experience and it will be the last!! read more

The Hive Bar & Grill - Cajun pasta - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Was so excited to finally get to eat here and was soo disappointed. My husband and I went for brunch. We each had a mimosa while we waited for our food. After over an hour of waiting and being told nothing. We decided to leave. Our bill was $36!!!! Two mimosas and gratuity! Another customer complained and the owner came out and seemed to have an attitude with the customer! Poor customer service! read more

This place is a vibe! We went late night last night (11pm on a Friday night) with a group of 6 people and ordered the entire late night food menu (everything but the mussels because of an allergy). It was SO good! The group favorite was by far the shrimp and grits closely followed by the crab Mac and cheese. The staff were all super nice / friendly and it was an overall great experience. Perfect for what we were looking for on a Friday night! Oh! The cocktails were super refreshing - highly recommend the one with the blueberries. read more

I had family from out of town a large group. I decided to support a black owned business . We came in an it was empty, but our table was ready. The food was good a little salty which was the consensus of the group. I think the asparagus was and tasted like canned.When we got our bill I noticed I was over charged for a drink but I let that go. The next day everyone was complaining about being overcharged for items. I called to speak to the owner Brandy just to let her know. She started off very aggressive and she called me out of my name. The Customer service I received well there was no customer service the owner was just very aggressive. Needless to say I will NEVER go back and support her business. The owner needs to get training on customer service and how to speak to people. read more

I'm so pleased we another black own restaurant in the metro Richmond area. this restaurant has a great ambiance and the serv is amazing. This food is great as well. You definitely have to try this new restaurant. The menu is diff which makes it stand out as well. I love the diverse atmosphere they display. The owner and staff ia so welcoming from entry. The staff has a smile on their face while providing top notch service. I will show my face more often. Looking forward wine down Wednesday, Happy hour and first Friday events. Congratulations. Keep up the good work! read more

Jordan all I got to say thank you for a great service. The food service was great Cajun pasta is perfect with shrimp added. The out of towner read more