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    The Jasper

    4.3 (188 reviews)
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    Closed 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Kathleen D.

    Sorry, what? How have I failed to review The Jasper up until now? That's wild to me, as it's one of my favorite craft cocktail spots in Richmond. I especially love their pop-ups for the holidays. I visited their Dia de los Muertos pop-up this past year immediately following a week in Oaxaca, so it felt very familiar. I've also been to Miracle for Christmas a few times over the years despite how hard it is to get into. I met my now-boyfriend for our first date here, so it'll hold an extra special spot in my heart now. Their drinks are consistently great and strong, and their food selection is pretty good too. Situated in the heart of Carytown, it's an easy pick for a fun night out.

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    Lakeisha S.

    Stopped by for a somewhat dark, average noised speakeasy vibe after a not-so-great evening at another restaurant the night before. The staff was very friendly and attentive even though the place was oddly very packed. I came right in time for their Happy Hour and boy was I in for a treat! I ordered the steak tartare, shrimp cocktail, and a Mint Julep. The Mint Julep was good but too strong for my liking. I ordered a Daiquiri instead & it was strong but tasty. The steak tartare was the true star of the show. While I genuinely enjoyed the shrimp cocktail & the house cocktail sauce was incredible, the steak tartare stole my heart. It was served with baguette bread & house mustard. The tartare was very flavorful and bold. It was so plentiful & good, I ordered another round of it. Even the bill was very reasonable (under $40). How often do you find steak tartare not only on a Happy Hour menu, but it's $9 on the HH menu? If/ when I am in Richmond, I would definitely come back to visit. I highly recommend. I will say parking may be difficult but it is manageable.

    Jonny S.

    We just went in to sit at the bar for a couple of drinks prior to dinner Also had the pretzel bites which were soft and delicious, as was the beer cheese The cocktails were delicious!! Our bartender was super nice and new what she was doing The ambiance was really nice The only thing that was a little odd was the thrash rock that was playing - not exactly music to eat by Other than that, an excellent place to hang

    Daiquiri and Margarita (1st round)
    Julie T.

    I was here Wednesday after work to celebrate my birthday with two of my friends. I love this place and didn't realize that this was where I'd been at Christmas. I like how they turn this location into various special themes. This time it was just the regular decor and I really liked it. I am kind of a mixologist at home and really appreciate places that have a good bar selection of mixed drinks/cocktails. I had a Daiquiri and then a Manhattan and both were very tasty and of the size one would expect. One of my friend's drink though was very small and really shouldn't be. It was in a glass that was only just a tad bigger than a shot glass. Otherwise a good experience and parking is street parking so that can be a challenge. What I also love is that the seating is made to provide areas where you can sit more in privacy if you want to.

    Mint julep

    Cool place with a decent happy hour and strong drinks. I ordered the lettuce wraps and the shrimp cocktail. The lettuce wraps were good, would recommend. The shrimp was only deveined on one side and a little undercooked for my taste, did not finish. Lastly, watch for heavy headed pours if you order a beer here.

    Girls night. Beef tartare and HH cocktails
    LeAn H.

    Been here several times. Highly recommend their happy hour specials! A very cute place to bring anyone to for a nice Richmond cocktail. I've come with with my besties and date night with the hubby. Love love love! Parking in carytown is the worst. I typically park in the next neighborhood over because it's just more parking and less people to pay attention to haha. It's very cute and there are def some intimate lighting to set the mood. Staff are friendly and the drinks are tasty (and can def be strong haha). I always have to cap myself at 2 drinks so I can drive back home. The last time I went, I am super impressed with their HH options. My friend and I were craving beef tartare and this was the first place that popped in my head. We tried their shrimp cocktail...omg they were gigantic and so good. We ended up ordering another dish of beef tartare...each. Lolol even if you decide not to eat here, you just gotta try their cocktails. Enjoy!

    Two Spritz' and a Mint Julep
    Gregory F.

    Solid Happy Hour with plenty of options - what more can you ask for? Maybe just less ice in the Mint Julep - besides that,. we enjoyed it here! Cool modern-bar vibe with colorful wallpaper and a fairly warm/welcoming environment. Luckily wasn't terribly busy when we went, but I know it can certainly get that way. Our server was super attentive as well. I really appreciate how creative they get here in the wintertime with their Christmas themed stuff, but also gets way too hard to get a table during that time of year.

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    Sarah D.

    I'm not a cocktail person, or high brow in any capacity but the music and vibes are always fun. Prefer the seasonal decor and drinks but it's nice to do with a group of friends or for a more lowkey time with a date.

    The Jasper's Old Fashioned and a Lost in Space! Delish!
    Rachel D.

    What a neat little place! Hard to get a seat because it's small and super popular, but wonderful for pre- or post-dinner drinks!

    Kristina J.

    If you're looking for a fun, festive spot this holiday season, Miracle on Cary is a must-visit! It's the Jaspers Christmas bar pop-up that we found out about on social media, and can I say the reviews of it did not exaggerate! The place is completely decked out with Christmas décor, Santa hats on the fans, twinkling lights everywhere, and even the bathroom is decked out in holiday wrapping paper. The ambiance was super cozy and lively, and the service was top-notch. We sat at the bar, which had surprisingly comfy seats (a big plus, as I usually hate bar seating, especially if I plan to spend a while there). We tried the Christmasaurus and the Yippee Ki Yay-MF drinks, which came in the cutest festive cups. The Thanksgiving Leftovers Sub was definitely the highlight for food. It was so tasty and surprisingly filling for a bar snack. The fingerling potatoes with smoked salmon were also yummy and came with a shot of Aquavit which was a fun touch. The only downside? It's busy! We waited 35 minutes on a Tuesday night, so I can't imagine the weekend crowds. But it's totally worth it. All tabs include a 20% gratuity, which makes tipping easy. There's plenty of parking nearby, too. Highly recommend for a fun Christmas experience, I am also excited to check it out in the non-christmas season as well!

    Christmapolitan

    Went for their Christmas alter ego, Miracle on Cary!This year 2025, it's from Nov 19th-Dec 30th. Me and my boyfriend went the first weekend they started it. We got there at around 6:30pm and there was a line outside. But we got in after about 10-15 min because we were a party of 2. Bigger groups will have to wait longer (they allow reservations for only one single large party table - it usually gets booked weeks before miracle on cary opens) The decorations were sooooooo cute! A lot of thought went into the little details. We ordered (with 0-10 ratings): - Charcuterie Board (we asked for no pickles) 8.5/10 - Milk and cookies 7/10 - Parfait 10/10 Drink: - Christmapolitan 7.5/10 The charcuterie board was delicious! Definitely filling for two people so if you have more than that, get 2 boards or another appetizer. The milk and cookies were good. But if you want a really good dessert, the parfait was AHMAZINGGG. I'm already trying to figure out how to make a dupe for at home. The drink was good! I wish it had more cranberry flavoring though.

    Harrison C.

    I just love the Jasper! It's a great spot to go for drinks with friends or for a cute date night! The staff is lovely and the bar is one of the best designed in the city! It's a moody but fun and sophisticated atmosphere! I went for happy hour this past week and the prices can't be beat! They had a list of seven dollar cocktails and apps! I had an aperol spritz and it was so good and summery!

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    Michael P.

    Fantastic tiki drinks and other cocktails. It can get very crowded on the weekends and can be loud inside but it is the best cocktail in the carytown area. During the holiday season they put up a ton of Christmas decorations. It's fun to visit during this time but be prepared for an around the block line.

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    7 years ago

    Drink Time following a very good food tour! This is a quaint little area in town with lots of history. Enjoyed every bit of it!

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    Such a cool vibe in here-- it's worth the wait. Our drinks were delicious and the little snacks were a perfect accompaniment

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    5 years ago

    Great service, great happy hour prices, great atmosphere and friendly staff. Good for going solo or with a group of friends or a date.

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    4 years ago

    Love it. One of the best bars in town. Perfectly balanced cocktails and delicious bites.

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    7 years ago

    Very classy, awesome drinks, great bartenders. Love drops of Jupiter. Highly recommend!

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    4 years ago

    Great place with a great atmosphere. Italian sandwich was delicious. Could use a pickle spear!

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    7 years ago

    Non-existent service. After the server brought out our first order of drinks she was no where to be found. Lame.

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    Does anyone know if they sell Cognac?

    Yes! Their main focus is mixed drinks (food is merely a side order). They'll have a fully stocked bar.

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    Yes! Every day from 5-7pm!

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